Unlocked Passion 2

23.

"I would like to thank everyone for attending this meeting. I will be sure to have my executives share more details about spreading BJ worldwide. I promise, this is something you won't pass up on. Have a good night."

Chairs empty out as board members exit out of Olivia's offices/meeting rooms. They was in talk of spreading the clothing brand around the world so that other people can have and express the experiences of being themselves. They can express themselves with their confidence. At least, that was Olivia's motto. She hoped that motto would rub off on the general public, as well as executives.

She took a deep breath as she was finally done with her day. It was late at night as she had a lot of calls and meetings. She picked up her purse, heading to leave the building. She walks out, walking to the front door, eventually with her consultant meeting up with her.

"So, fun day on your first day back boss?" Her consultant asks, being genuinely curious.

"Well, if you can call nonstop calls and meetings fun, then yeah I had a blast." They both chuckle at the sarcasm.

"Yeah, I feel you. I mean I know it's only the first day and everyone has gotten situated again after your healing, but I don't know I guess... I guess it felt overwhelming today. I honestly don't know why. So much was happening quickly and it just felt like a lot. It's like everything slapped on my face all at once. To be honest, the times when I would take breaks, I would be celebrating because I felt like I truly deserved it."

Olivia takes in her consultant's words. She honestly had a point. Her coming back to work and immediately having so much to do was a bit overwhelming. But that's the point of business? Right? I mean she just returned from a healing facility and she is currently in a good head space. Would her being CEO affect that? Liv thinks long and hard about that question as she realizes she needs to talk to Spencer.

"Don't get me wrong, I am happy you took the time to heal and take care of yourself. You're in a good head space and I'm proud of you. But um... I don't know. You know what, forget I said anything. I don't want this to sound bad coming from me."

"No, it's ok. I get it. Now that I think about it, it is a lot, having to take so many calls and go through so many meetings. It did kind of feel overwhelming a bit. But you know, when you have a popular business, that is what comes with it. Or at least, I think that's true." Liv gives a slight chuckle as she honestly didn't have a real answer.

The women were finally outside the building, getting ready to go into their cars.

"Well, time to go back to our husbands and hopefully do something more than just talk. I really need it after the day I've had. Like I really... really need it..." The consultant smirks and playfully rolls her tongue, making Liv laugh and hit her.

"Girl, shut up and go home to your man. I'll see you tomorrow!"

The consultant leaves, with Olivia in her thoughts.

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Stacy's shift at the center ends early and she is happy. She is finally able to spend time with Viola after a long while of not being with her baby. While she was putting on her jacket, she sees the envelope that Liv slipped in.

Stacy: Hey baby. Are you and Viola coming soon? I just got done finishing my shift

Nate: Yeah, we're on our way? Wait, you're off early?

Stacy: Yup, can you believe it? I finally get to spend time with you and our baby girl. By the way, how is she?

Nate: She's fine. She's asleep right now. She has been calm as ever today. I swear she is precious