The Other Half [ON HOLD FOR REWRITE] / MAFIOSA

Chapter Nine

Alarice Guillermo

"Let's do it." Those three words from Sebastian had alleviated my mood on Monday. He agreed to my Canada proposal but wants to discuss something more about it today after our meeting for my website project.

Monday went by so slow for me, I was worried about the Lizzy, Roberto's wife, the threat, and what my feelings for Sebastian are. I had so many things on my mind that Wesley personally had to drag me out my office so I didn't spend the whole day pent up there working my ass off to try and get what's on my mind out.

I visited Lizzy and Roberto's wife, Maria, for a good four hours. They were both finally fully awake and ready to talk about what happened from their perspective. Unfortunately, they don't remember anything. Apparently they got drugged up and that set back their memory a bit, they only remember eating dinner and then after that it's all blank. To say I was pissed is an understatement. I was so furious I left and went straight to my studio to let go of some steam. Then I got a call from Manny telling me he's got nothing so far. Monday was definitely not my day to say the least.

Now it's Tuesday morning, all I can hope is that today's meeting goes in my favor.

"Amorcito, te tienes que tranquilizar. I know you're stressed out with what happened on Saturday," you have no idea, "but you can't let your emotions get the best of you right now." My dad sighs and pulls me in for a hug.

I fist his shirt in my hand and take a deep breath in.

"Ya se." I sigh, pulling away from his embrace. "Sometimes this gets to me you know? But I can handle it, I just needed this pep-talk, I guess."

"Let's go, they're waiting." He holds the door open, I nod and walk in first with my head held high, beaming with confidence.

As I sat down, I face my potential partners. Mr. Nelson, a 50 year old man who owns a large customer service company and is also the father of my ex-boyfriend, Christopher. Mr. Casterno is a 37 year old man who's a notorious investor and a top notch website creater. Mr. Ferton and Medlin are the other two associates that can bring in connections to get the project going. Then we have Sebastian Valdez, he brings in the reasoning, ideas, connections, and promoters. In a way, he ties our group together.

My dad created this company for banking and investing, with a side book distribution job. When I took charge, I followed but wanted to make my company more accessible. I came up with the idea of making a website for my company last year, however, it's not just any website. Of course, anyone can check their account on there and what not, but I'm making sure my client can have a direct connection to other companies to make payments and make transactions with anyone on my platform. Not a million dollar idea but it's convenient for my clients and it can bring more clients in as well.

I sit in front of Mr. Casterno, Sebastian's eyes following my movement. "Good morning everyone. I would like to know what are your thoughts and concern on my project/proposal idea."

I start the meeting and let my nerves wash away. When I'm in work, I'm a different person. This is where I take charge and have complete control over everything that goes on, everyone knows not to screw me over because I can do it just as bad and even worse.

An hour later...

Everyone is on board with me and the plan will be set in action soon. This is another success to add to my list and I couldn't be happier.

"Thank you for your time everyone. By spring 2017, we'll set this plan in motion. I'm glad to call you my partners and look forward to working with you all. This meeting is dismissed, you all will get a copy of the project and contract by the end of the day." I stand up, walking over to them and shake each of my business partner's hands.