WILD MEN SERIES #31: JELLAL FITZGERALD

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"I've worked tirelessly on PhoeBeauty, and I believe it can be a valuable addition to FG Enterprises.  My products are innovative, and my market research is sound," sambit ni
Phoebe Aileen FitzGerald, Jellal's youngest sister. She stood on the other side of the desk. Her bright eyes and eager smile hinted at her excitement.

Sinadya niya talaga ang nakatatandang kapatid para hingin ang permiso nito na magkaroon siya ng sariling negosyo na under ng FG Enterprises. Sa magkakapatid, siya na lang kasi ang wala pang nagagawang pangalan sa larangan ng negosyo— bukod sa party, lalaki, at bisyo ay wala na siyang inatupag kung kaya't siya ang pinakakulelat sa limang magkakapatid.

Jellal regarded her with  caution, aware of the potential but also the inherent complexities that came with  his family's involvement in the corporate world. He took a moment to compose his response.

"Phoebe," panimula niya, he look at his sister with his usual cold eyes. "I appreciate your dedication and ambition, but let me carefully review your proposal first, and consider the synergy between PhoeBeauty and FG Enterprises."

"But, Jellal, we have a chance to launch PhoeBeauty at a critical time in the market. Immediate approval would give us a head start. It's a golden opportunity! You know, uso ngayon ang mga skin care and make up especially for young ladies, nasa trend ito," Phoebe's eagerness remained undiminished as she leaned forward, her eyes shining with hope.

Unang beses niyang naglakas loob para lapitan ang mailap na kapatid kaya naman hindi niya hahayaan na mabigo siya. Hindi kumibo si Jellal, bagkus ay inilipat nito ang tingin sa folder na hawak niya. He carefully scan it with his eyes.

Tension began to simmer as Phoebe's frustration grew. "Stop being selfish and unfair, Jelly. I am your sister. You immediately approved Penelope's 'Dine and Cook' but not mine. How is that  possible?"

Jellal's expression hardened,  tinitigan niya lang ang bunsong kapatid. Malamig, walang emosyon. Tila siya isang bato na nakatitig sa kawalan.

Phoebe's voice grew more impassioned. "PhoeBeauty is my dream, Jelly. I need your support. Why won't you trust me like you did with Penelope?"

Jellal, his patience wearing thin, responded firmly. "Phoebe, it's not about trust. It's about making the right decision for our company. Penelope's venture was different, and timing played a significant role. I'll review your proposal carefully, but you must be patient. Hindi puwede na basta-basta ko na lang aprubahan ito."

"You're being unreasonable, Jellal!" Phoebe slams the folder on Jellal's desk.

"Phoebe, you're not listening!" Jellal try his very best not to shout

"I am listening, Jellal. Ikaw lang tong ayaw akong intindihin!" bulalas ni Phoebe at humampas pa sa desk.

"It's not just about your dreams," mahinahon na sambit ni Jellal.

"Then what is it about, Jellal?"

"Our family legacy matters, Phoebe!"

"And I'm a part of it too, Jellal!"

In the midst of their heated argument, the office door swung open, Amanda, their father's sister, accompanied by London, Jellal's executive assistant enters in.

"Stop this at once!" Amanda commanded, her stern gaze directed at both Jellal and Phoebe. Parehong nilingon ng magkapatid ang kanilang tiyahin. "Ano sa tingin ninyo ang ginagawa ninyo?"

"Tita, let me ha—" sinubukan ni Jellal na magsalita ngunit naunahan siya ng nangangalit na si Phoebe.

" I've had enough, Tita. Jelly never listens to me. I deserve a chance just like Penelope. Napaka-unfair niya!"