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Chapter 31 – A New Director
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Our Secret Identities Chapter 32 – Praise and Backlash
Over the next three days; the nerves and anxiety emanating from Simone was excruciating. On the one hand; she felt like she was betraying the industry. On the other side of the coin; it was a step in the right direction for equality.“What you have done is no different to ‘the next top model’ show or a talent scout reaching out to find the next big thing” Tiffany says, taking a seat on the sofa next to Simone. “What you have achieved; is from hard work and determination. Don’t let anyone tell you differently.”“How is Emmett coping with what happened at Lester Drake Media?” Vince asks, changing the subject from the interviewed article.“Lester got the directors to recant their offer to Paul. They used a loop hole. Neither owner authorised him as a candidate for the position and they only had to pay him back the price of the stocks he purchased” Simone begins; taking a long breath. “He is relieved; at the same time, he is still hurting.”She knew if Paul had become a member of the boar
Our Secret Identities Chapter 33 – Becoming a Director
“Are you sure? I’m not really qualified to be a director” Simone questions hesitantly. “I only have a high school diploma and don’t know a thing about business.”“You are the best candidate we have” Emmett says, putting his arms around her. “Some of the board voiced their opinion. We as a couple would own the majority of shares. They were concerned you would only side with whatever I suggest. I told them they don’t know you. If you don’t like something I say or do; you tell me.”“I don’t want to interfere with your company” Simone states, moving from Emmett’s embrace and sitting on the end of the bed.“You won’t be interfering” Emmett says, sitting down next to her. “You will just have a say with what Lester and myself want to do with the company. We need a woman’s perspective on the board. We have gone too long without one.”Contemplating the offer; “I’ll become a director. If I think it’s not working out; I will withdraw my position” Simone answers. Smiling, Emmett plants a kiss on
Our Secret Identities Chapter 34 – Being Sued
Simone was waiting for someone to serve her with legal papers. She wasn’t happy they came after Emmett had come home from work. “What is this all about?” he screams at the poor legal intern, standing in the doorway.“Mark Webster is suing for damages to his business” the intern states; taking a step back to leave.Slamming the door and sitting down at the dining room table; Emmet opens the envelope, to read through the paperwork regarding the lawsuit against Simone. “You are not the cause of any of this” he snaps, looking over at Simone who comes over to him.“That much we do know. I’ve already sort legal advice” Simone remarks, taking a seat next to Emmett and picking up the documents to have a read.“And?” Emmett asks getting annoyed at what some people will do to make a buck.“They don’t have a leg to stand on” she says, trying to not make an issue of something that is out of her control. Seeing Emmett wasn’t going to accept that as an answer; Simone continues; “Gloria said; I am n
Our Secret Identities Chapter 35 – Richard’s Explanation
“Do you mind if I get something to eat?” Richard asks, coming out of the guest room as Emmett and Simone were just about to sit down for dinner. Nodding her head; “Did Paul hit you again?” Simone asks, putting some roast beef and vegetables on her plate; topping the whole plate with gravy. “He never stopped” Richard says; eyeing how much gravy she was putting on top. “Do you have enough? Or would you like me to get you a pitcher?” “I’m fine” she answers. ‘It’s not me who wants the gravy; it’s the jelly bean in my stomach that does’ she adds to herself. Emmett’s eyes narrow to a cold stare. Not because Richard was teasing Simone. He wasn’t aware Richard was beaten by Paul. “Why did you come here, of all places?” Emmett asks, not sure of what he is doing or why he would go to him in the first place. “You hate me as much as Paul.” “I don’t hate you. You are my brother” Richard says; shock creeping on Emmett’s face. “I already told you; I don’t have anywhere else to go.” “Hotel; Fri
Our Secret Identities Chapter 36 – Buy a Business
“What do you mean; maybe not?” Richard asks, turning back to look at Emmett. “I may be here for the moment; I’m not leeching off of you.”“You definitely won’t be leeching off of me” Emmett says, moving from the table. “I need to consult with Lester first and then the board; do you think you could run Peterson Properties yourself?”“Yes; better than dad. He’s a carpenter. He started by flipping houses before going into apartment buildings then old office buildings. I have a business and architecture degree. Dad won’t even let me try; for whatever fucked up reason” Richard states, a smirk crossing his face; understanding what Emmett was planning to do. “Is dad’s business really up shit creek without a paddle?”“Oh yeah” Emmett states, grinning from ear to ear. ‘Ultimate retribution. Selling his company to me or go bankrupt. That will hurt’ he adds in his mind. “You two should go to bed; I’ll call a few people and see what we can do… Separately” he spits the last part of the sentence at
Our Secret Identities Chapter 37 – Simone’s First Board Meeting
“Why did Emmett give you the shiner?” Lester asks Richard as they all left Emmett’s office.“He didn’t. This was a gift from my father. That is why I was at Emmett’s place last night” Richard informs Lester. “And mum didn’t do anything, as per normal. If she isn’t off her face on pain killers and attacking me herself; she isn’t around to give a shit about what Dad was doing.”“Daddy dearest, cut him off” Emmett states, causing Lester to burst out laughing.“Ha! Ha! I told you I would find a job. It was your decision to buy Peterson Properties” Richard snorts as they head to the boardroom. “I’m happy about it; don’t get me wrong. I don’t want to be known as the person who came running to his estranged brother to fix his problems.”“But you did come to me” Emmett exclaims; laughing at Richard’s frustrated glare. “I’m grateful you aren’t seeking my help. I am willing to offer it.”“Give the guy a break. He went from riches to rags overnight” Simone snaps at Emmett and Lester.“Sorry” the
Our Secret Identities Chapter 38 – It’s Not in the Media Sector
“Not nearly enough” Henry says, standing up to leave. “I was under the impression you had a good relationship with Paul; at least that is how they portrayed it. That was my error and I will take my punishment for the part I played.”“Wait” Simone states; glancing over at Emmett and Lester. Everyone turns their head to look at her; “You made a mistake; something everyone has done in this room. You are also willing to take responsibility for your actions. That reason alone; I would like you to stay on the board.”“It’s not up to you” Emmett remarks, glaring at his wife.“No; it’s not. I wanted to point it out” Simone replies, giving him a smile.“I see what you mean. She isn’t afraid to tell you what she is thinking” Travis Reynolds says with a chuckle.‘I’ll have this argument with her later’ Emmett tells himself. “No, she isn’t” he responds to Travis’ comment. “This is not the issue. The issue is what are we going to do with you?”“Have you learnt from your error in judgement?” Simone
Our Secret Identities Chapter 39 – Apology is Not Accepted
Simone and Richard hop off the elevator; “What the fuck is he doing here?” Vince shouts, as they come over to where he and Tiffany was standing. “And why are you with him?”“I’ve come to apologise for what I did to you” Richard says, glancing over at Simone for some help.“You’re on your own” she says, taking a seat on one of the foldout chairs at the doorway of the office space. “This is your problem, not mine.”“Whatever you have say; your apology is not accepted” Vince spits, moving away and heading through the door to the back of the office spaces.Richard was about to follow Vince; “Leave him. He will only beat the shit out of you” Tiffany says, pursing her lips together. “He will do more than what Emmett has done to you” she adds; looking at his black eye.“For the last fucking time; Emmett didn’t do this to me” Richard yells; his voice echoing around the empty space.“Please tell me who did; I want to shake his hand” Tiffany says; walking away from the pair.“You knew they were
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