10th Commandment | Revamped

Chapter 4

Thursday

Taraji didn’t make it to work today.

“Alright, everyone, gather around,” Phoebe announced. “I’m Phoebe, stepping in for the boss since she won’t be here today or tomorrow. She and her husband were in a car accident last night. He’s in the hospital, and she’s off work to take care of him. She asked for no more flowers, just keep her in your thoughts and work hard. She’ll be back on Monday. If you need anything, feel free to reach out to me. Any questions?”

“Yeah, are they going to be okay? Is boss lady going to be alright?” Kent, the office heartthrob, asked.

“Don’t worry about the boss, she’s fine. Her husband has a broken arm and some stitches, but they’re both doing okay. Taylor is coming by for product testing, as usual, but this time she’ll be doing it solo and taking samples back for Taraji. Any further questions?”

“Anyone? Alright then, let’s get to work and make the boss proud. The cosmetology team needs those testers ready by noon; Taylor should arrive around 12:30. Let’s hustle, team!” Phoebe encouraged.

“You seem pretty quiet today; missing the boss?” Phoebe teased Fantasia, chuckling. “What’s up?”

“Come on, We all know you broke rule number 10. So you’re not the only one!”

“I have no idea what you’re talking about. I’m not into girls, okay? I’m all about the guys. I love dick, not pussy!” Fantasia shot back.

“Just teasing you! I can spot a straight girl from a mile away. You’re not into girls, I get it.”

“Really? How do you know?” Fantasia questioned, sipping her water.

“I just have a knack for it. Want to join me at the male strip club tonight?”

“Uh, no thanks. We’re not friends, okay? Great.” Fantasia said as she walked away. “What’s up with her mood today? She’s usually such a blast,” Phoebe remarked to a passing colleague.

“Oh, her? Fun isn’t a word I’d use. She’s got those killer eyes and is always so brutally honest; she doesn’t care about anyone in the office. That’s not exactly fun…”

“True, she’s pretty hot, but even the guys steer clear of asking her out. She’s a bit intimidating, and you’re the only one who seems to miss that,” her colleague said before walking off.

At 12:30, Taylor showed up, looking every bit the model her sister trained her to be, and she brought her boyfriend along. Fantasia raised an eyebrow; she recognized him from around—he’s the one who dealt drugs for Kenan and had a reputation of his own.

“The junior boss is here,” the whispers circulated through the office.

“Hey, Taylor! Thanks for coming. Come on in!” Phoebe called out as they all gathered around. Taylor sniffed the products, selecting the best ones before heading to the shower to test some hair and body products. After a quick change, she posed for pictures while her boyfriend and a cameraman captured the moment. “Wow, she’s really good at this,” Fantasia observed. “They make a great pair. Too bad the boss isn’t here; I’d have loved to see her in some lingerie,” Kent said. Fantasia shot him a glare and distanced herself.