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  ‘My client base also enjoy country breaks. In any business there’s always room for expansion in a new direction. I want to provide my clients with a choice of custom-made outlets so that they no longer have to patronise my competitors,’ Cristo drawled smoothly.

  ‘The beauty market is up-and-coming. What was once a treat for special occasions is now seen as a necessity by many women and by men as well,’ Erin commented, earning an appreciative glance from her boss.

  ‘You surprise me. I’ve never used a spa in my life,’ Cristo proclaimed without hesitation.

  ‘But your nails are filed and your brows are phenomenally well groomed,’ Erin commented softly, earning a startled appraisal from Sam, who clearly feared that she was getting much too personal about his guest’s grooming habits.

  ‘You’re very observant,’ Cristo remarked silkily.

  ‘Well, I have to be. One third of our customer base is male,’ Erin fielded smoothly.

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