Low-light Night Club

Prologue: The Night of Nights

"I'm almost 100% positive Chris Brown will be coming to our Red Wine event..." Kay leaped up and down for joy, then began to search her purse for a mirror.

I ran up the spiral stairs that lead to Demetri's office, praying he was still here tonight.

[Loud knocking]

Anxiously I knocked too loudly on his big office door. I want tonight's event to go perfectly especially while D is testing me.

[Repeated loud knocking]

Finally Demetri calls out behind the door. "Yes hello? I am very busy in here!!" I could hear faint giggling behind the door, knowing Demetri, he doesn't giggle. "Demetri it's Starr I uh... wanted to ask you something about tonight's guests!"

Suddenly those big doors open up and Demetri is revealed. His button up was far from buttoned showing off his jungle of black chest hair, with snug jeans unbuttoned and lose around his fit masculine frame. Behind him I spot a mysterious male on his "love couch". D refers to a round lounge bed as the love couch because he likes to fuck his clients and make business deals on it. He considers it lucky because he hasn't had a bad meeting since he bought that thing into his office. Now don't get me wrong, I'm well aware that he has it cleaned regularly, but I'm terrified to go near it. The thought of Demetri having multiple sessions on that thing is far beyond gross.

"Yes my love? How can I help you?"

"I heard that Chris Brown is being added to our vip list tonight. But vip is already booked until

midnight."

"Oh yeah well, either tell Mr. Brown that he needs to pay more because the slot is already filled otherwise be can come back tomorrow."

Hold on. "Tell him?"

D looked confused, "Oh silly you, I hope you're prepared for this new chapter in your life." New chapter? Now I'm the one puzzled. I make a clear expression on my face that says explain.

"Darling don't you realize that today is the 5th!?" He pointed his boujee finger towards his floor to ceiling chalkboard that read in big bold letters DAYS TILL RETIREMENT --- 0 ---

Suddenly all my hopes and dreams come flying at me like fireworks one after the other. Money, parties, money, men, money, cars... I fall deeper into a daze as my fantasy life tangos with my heart.

"STARR!!" There I am knocked back into reality. "...You and I discussed me stepping down as manager for a while. I think you're more than qualified for this job. I love you like you're my own daughter. I'm happy to give you a job but now I wanna give you a career..." Demetri walks over to his mahogany hand-carved desk and kicked his feet up on the desk. "Come here sweetie." He waves his hand at the leather couch in front of his desk.

Instantly a froggy forms in the back of my throat and my body tenses as I make my way to the couch. It's only a few feet from the door but it feels like a 10 minute walk. This is going to be a make me or break me kind of moment. I can't say I'm entirely sure about what I'm going to hear.

After what feels like too long I touch the couch, inhaling and exhaling deeply. I find a seat and look to Demetri.

"Now that the hard part is over..." Demetri tangles his fingers together and holds them close to his face. "Miles, you are my witness," The guy I presume to be Miles nods his head in approval and for a second straightens up his messy look.

"I Demetri L. McCourt have officially stated in front of both Miles M Valentino and Starr Williams that I am legally eligible for retirement. I am at the age of 57 and I have fulfilled my career as Manager of Lowlight Private Club of the Metro Bay AZ location and I hereby pass my position to the most qualified employee of mine Starr Williams. Position, tools, employee files, phonebook, client/partner files, business vehicle, business schedule and finally business keys transferred. Effective immediately." Demetri dropped a heavy sound set of keys on the desk and smiled from ear to ear.

My heart dropped and I felt the weight of the world lift off my shoulders...

Demetri had a contract typed stating that he is my boss, but I run the club with full rights to business transactions and access to the funds. I signed my name to the highest position I've ever been in for the first time in my life. After signing the contract, with a hand-shake to seal the deal, I now get paid 10k/week with 2 weeks vacation and access to Club Owners events; including workshops, certifications, fundraisers and more. But the best part? I possess a 2018 Audi R8, which will be fully paid off in 6 months...