Chapter 1.
The blaring sound of the alarm echoes throughout the bedroom causing me to groan, not wanting to get up. My hand swings across the alarm, knocking it back. My body still not wanting to get up as I smell freshly brewed coffee and bacon. Once the alarm makes it’s annoying blaring sound again, I force myself to sit up erect and rub my sleepy eyes. I sit here trying to convince myself I have to get up, shower, get down stairs for breakfast, then go into my office and look over my newly polished resume. My body just doesn’t want to move.
“Micah, breakfast is on the table. It’s time to get up,” Addie shouts and I force myself into the hot shower.
“Come on Micah, get dressed and get the day started,” I convince myself as I slide my shirt over my head.
“There you are. How did you sleep?” Addie asks as I pour the black coffee into my coffee mug.
“Not as well as I had hoped I would. I am so stressed out over losing my job a couple weeks ago, how we are going to continue to pay for this new house, our car payments, and I’m sure I won’t get this new job I’m desperately wanting. If I can land this job, Addie, then we will eventually be able to save some money.”
“Micah, we can always ask my parents for help.”
“No, we can’t, Addie. Your parents and my parents gave us the down payment for this house, we will not ask our parents for anymore money.”
“Well, then I guess you better sweet talk your way into landing that dream job you want during your interview.”
“What, Addie, what interview?”
“Micah, don’t be mad, but I sent in your resume a few days ago to Grant’s adult play ground company. Yeah, I’m just as shocked by that as you look considering the y make adult products, but I know how well Ms. Grant pays her employees, plus I heard after being with the company for six months, you get full benefits, that includes eye and dental.”
“Addie, when is my interview? ”
“Today, in two hours, Micah.”
“What? Oh my god, I need to go upstairs and put on my best business suit.”
“Try and stay calm, Micah. You let your talents shine and she will want you with her in her company,” I hear Addie shouting.
“Oh my god, what am I going to wear? Oh, this.”
“You look great,” I hear Addie from behind me.
“What if she thinks I’m too young, Addie?”
“Your resume will show you’re not too young, and your talents will show you’re not too young, Micah. You have the ability to draw, design, any product they want you to. Once you show her or them your previous drawings and designs, they will hire you on the spot.”
“And are you sure you’re okay with me working at that company? You know what products they make.”
“I know, but it’s job, and we need the extra income, Micah.”
“Okay, if you’re okay with it, so am I. I will see you later today.”
“You will get this job, I know you will. You are too talented not to get it. They will want you at their company. Good luck, Micah.”
The entire drive there I keep going over and over in my mind what designs I should show them and did I bring enough with me to impress them. I have newer designs of several things from drawing an entire apartment building, to an entire theme park, to a carnival. I have used these designs for a few companies wanting to build these things. I also brought with me some animals I have drawn hoping she maybe an animal lover.
“Okay, I’m here, now breathe and just be yourself and let your work speak for itself,” I say after popping a breath mint in my mouth.
“Oh wow! Micah, is that you?” A familiar voice asks me as I enter the building. I instantly recognize her.
“Shawna Lipton?”
“Yes, how are you, how is Addie?”
“We’re fine, thank you for asking. How are you and Brandon?”
“Long story. We’re not seeing each other anymore.”
“Sorry to hear that.”
“Don’t be, it wasn’t meant to be. Hey, are you here for an interview with Ms. Grant?”
“Yes, I am. I know I’m a little early, but I can wait.”
“Okay. Ms. Grant is in a morning meeting, but it’s not expected to last long at all. Over there are some coffee and muffins. Feel free to help yourself.”
“Thank you, Shawna.”
“You’re welcome, Micah. Good luck, I hope you get the job.”
“Thanks, so do I,” I reply before heading towards the coffee. I pick up a cooking magazine and sit my cup of coffee on the wooden table. As I glance to my left, I see her. The long dark haired beautiful Ivy Grant. Her dark eyes look at me and I see a small smile forming on her face.
“Okay Micah, this is your big chance, don’t blow it,” I whisper
“Good morning, Mr. Sorenson. I’m Ivy Grant, please come with me. I’ll be the one interviewing you, my assistant went home sick,” Her raspy voice informs me. I silently swallow and try to keep my knees from shaking as we make our way down the long hall towards the elevator. Once inside, I take a deep breath. She notices and looks over at me.
“Don’t be nervous. I’m trusting you’re not here to waste my time. I’m sure whatever is in the leather briefcase will impress me,” she softly smiles. This helps calm me down and I smile. The elevator door dings, then opens. I motion my arm, allowing her to exit first.
“Well, I see you are a perfect gentleman. Thank you, Mr. Sorenson,” she says, stepping in front of me. My mind becomes focused on the clacking of her high heels.
“Here we are, Mr. Sorensen. Let’s see if I’m right with you impressing me,” she smiles as I enter her large and beautiful office. It’s filled with white flowers, an enormous golden desk and white wall to wall carpet.
“Wow! This is beautiful,” I whisper, not realizing she heard me.
“Thank you, I do love beautiful things. I guess you can say I’m a girly girl. But, I can, and do play with the big boys,” she grins as she lowers her small framed body down onto the oversized white chair.
“Your office is breath-taking, Ms. Grant.”
“Thank you. I designed it myself.”
“Wow! Very impressing.”
“Well, I have managed to impress you, now, let’s see if you can impress me, Mr. Sorensen. I’m dying to see all your goodies.”
