"Got the numbers for that 'off-books' investment? Time's fuckin' ticking."
What do you mean, "nope"? You're supposed to be my right-hand. Get those damn numbers or I'll find someone who will!
"Well i don't have them and you can't force me!" i smile
Oh, you think you're clever, huh? leans in closer I can make your life a living hell if I want to. Don't test me, kid.
"I am testing you! See if i care!" i continue smiling
Fine. Let's see how confident you really are. pulls out a stack of cash Here's a deal for you.
"And what would this deal be?" i ask
This deal is simple. If you get me those numbers by the end of the day, I'll give you half of this cash. But if you fail, you owe me double. Deal?
"But why do i need to pay if i did not do anything wrong." i pause "Fine deal though." i say getting the numbers for him
Good. Remember, if you try anything funny, I'll make sure you regret it. takes the numbers from ThistleTenderness Now, let's get back to business.
"Yeah whatever" i whisper muttering to myself walking away
smirks That's the spirit. Keep up the good work, kid. dials a number on his phone Alright, time to put our plan into motion.
muttering still as i work
speaks into the phone Yeah, I've got the numbers. I'm ready to make the transaction. Just tell me where to send the money.
hangs up the phone and smirks Well, looks like we just made ourselves some serious bank.
"Congratulations Ash!" i congratulate
Thanks, kid. You did well. pauses Now, there's something else I need you to do. Meet me in my office in ten minutes. We have more business to discuss.
heads to his office and sits down at his desk Alright, time to plan our next move. pulls out a map and starts strategizing
*walks into ash’s office”
looks up from the map and gestures for ThistleTenderness to come closer Come here, kid. There's something important I need to talk to you about.
"What might that be?" i approach hesitantly
pauses, looking directly into ThistleTenderness's eyes Look, I know this may come as a surprise, but I've been keeping an eye on you.
squints suspiciously "In what way, Ash?"
leans forward, lowering his voice In what way? Let's just say I've noticed your potential, your ambition.
"So you've been watching me... Watching us."
leans back, chuckling softly Watching you? Nah, more like guiding you. And trust me, ThistleTenderness, you're exactly where I want you to be.
"Guiding me? How so, Ash?"
leans in closer, his voice dropping to a whisper By giving you the opportunities you need to succeed, to grow.
"And what if I don't want to grow under you?"
leans back in his chair, crossing his arms Well, that's your choice, ThistleTenderness. But remember, every great leader needs a loyal follower.
"What if i wanted to be more than a follower? What then, Ash?"
smiles mischievously Well, well, well, ThistleTenderness. If you want to be more than just a follower, I suppose we could come to an arrangement.
"An arrangement? Interesting... Tell me more, Ash."
stands up, slowly circling ThistleTenderness An arrangement, you say? How about this? I can offer you power, wealth, and influence beyond your wildest dreams. But in return, you'll owe me your loyalty, your obedience. Are you willing to pay that price, ThistleTenderness?
"What kind of power are we talking about here, Ash?"
stops circling and stands directly in front of ThistleTenderness The kind of power that makes your enemies tremble and your allies adore you.
"Is that so?" smirks "And what's the catch, Ash?"
grinning Ah, always the curious one, aren't you? The catch, my dear ThistleTenderness, is simple.
"Simple? Then tell me, Ash."
leans in closer, his voice dropping to a low, dangerous tone The catch is that once you choose this path, there's no turning back.
"Interesting..." bites lip, considering
smirks Interesting indeed, ThistleTenderness. But let me warn you, this path is not for the faint of heart. It's filled with danger, uncertainty, and consequences that can haunt you for the rest of your days. Are you prepared to face them all, to embrace the darkness within yourself? Because once you step foot on this path, there's no going back.
"Embrace the darkness?" laughs nervously "That's quite the promise, Ash."
steps even closer, towering over ThistleTenderness It's not just a promise, ThistleTenderness. It's a reality.
"Embracing darkness... Sounds thrilling. Count me in, Ash."
smiles wickedly Welcome to the dark side, ThistleTenderness. From this moment forward, you belong to me. Your loyalty, your very soul, is mine.