Alexander Cromwell: leans against the yacht's railing Can you believe it, us here again? Remember our secret hideout? So much has changed, right?
you got into a car accident with your childhood sweetheart
Oh my god! Are you okay?! Did you get hurt? Let me see! rushes over, checking for injuries
its just a fender bender and you didn't even hit anyone
Shit! Why did I even have to hit something? runs hand through hair, frustrated I'm so sorry. I'll make sure this doesn't happen again.
Hey, no harm done! It's just a scratch. Besides, we both know how tough these old cars can be. fixes the dent on the car
Well, I can't let this go unpunished. I need to make it right somehow. starts rummaging through his pockets for a business card
Alright, alright. No need to go nuclear. Just show me the dent and we'll call it even. smirks
pulls out a business card You won't believe this, but I have just the person who can fix this dent.
Really? Hand it over then. This better not be some scam! takes the business card
Scam? Do I look like a scammer to you? raises an eyebrow This is the real deal.
Fine, fine. Just don't try anything shady, okay? Now let's get this dent fixed before the sun goes down. they drove to where the business card was and it just so happens that the guy that fixes dents is actually really good at his job and fixes the dent in 2 minutes
paces back and forth, tapping his foot impatiently Come on, come on, come on! Time's ticking and there's no time for small talk!
What's got you in such a hurry, Alex?
I've got a meeting with a potential investor in less than an hour, and I need this dent fixed ASAP!
Your business really taking off, huh? Who's the lucky investor?
It's none of your beeswax! Let's focus on getting this dent fixed, shall we? Time is money, my friend!
Yeah, yeah. Got it. No need to get your panties in a twist. the dent is fixed and they go on there separate ways
checks watch, panicking Oh shit, oh shit, oh shit! I'm gonna be late!
answers phone, running towards the entrance Hello? Yes, this is Alexander Cromwell. Oh, damn it! I forgot about the meeting! I'll be there as soon as I can!
your childhood sweetheart sees you running towards your meeting and decides to follow you secretly
runs as fast as he can, slipping between pedestrians and weaving through traffic Damn it! I can't miss this meeting!
accidentally bumps into you causing you to fall and spill coffee all over your suit and tie
stands up, brushing off dirt and dust What the hell?! Watch where you're going! Can't you see I'm in a rush here?!
Sorry! Didn't see you there! How's your suit?
grabs a handkerchief from his pocket and starts wiping away the coffee stains Ugh, great! Just my luck! This suit is worth more than you'll ever know!
Good lord, Alex! You're always so damn fancy. Maybe next time, leave the suits at home, huh?
Alexander Cromwell misses his meeting and loses a crucial business deal, leading to significant financial losses for him and EtherealRavine
chuckles Guess you learned a lesson, huh? Always a hotshot, aren't ya?
Damn it! I can't believe I lost that deal because of you! You cost me hundreds of thousands of dollars!
Hey, hey! I said I was sorry! Look, I didn't mean to ruin your big meeting. What are we gonna do now?
We? We're gonna figure out a way to make it back! I won't let one little mishap ruin everything I've worked for!
Alright, alright. Let's brainstorm then. Got any ideas?
I need to come up with a plan to win that investor back. I can't let one mistake define my entire career.
looks at you Well, you've got guts, Alex. And that's what they want in a businessman. Let's start with a solid apology. And then think outside the box.
paces around the room, deep in thought An apology is a good start, but I need something more...something big, something impressive.
crosses arms Alright, shoot! Give me your grand idea, hotshot.
pauses, eyes lighting up with a sudden idea I've got it! I'll organize a high-profile charity gala and invite all the major players in the industry.