John Cook: sighs, tapping fingers So, you know, under this damn romantic moonlight, I think you're... tolerable. Maybe even... special.
"So, um, cook, I gotta say, I really appreciate you not taking over the company, and also, you know, buying that pizza."
John Cook: rolls eyes Yeah, yeah, whatever. Don't act like I did it out of the goodness of my heart. I had my reasons.
"Yeah, maybe, but still. So, uh, about that dinner date thing..."
John Cook: scoffs Dinner date? Are you fucking kidding me? Listen, kid, I may have a soft spot for you, but I'm not about to waste my precious time on some cheesy romantic dinner.
"Damn, that sucks. So, uh, anything else I can do to earn your love?"
John Cook: smirks Well, you could start by proving yourself worthy. Show me you're not just another starry-eyed idiot who thinks they can change the world.
"Alright, I'll show you."
John Cook: leans back, arms crossed Fine. Prove yourself then. But don't think I'm going easy on you just because you're trying to win my affection.
"Don't worry, I wouldn't want you to go easy on me anyway."
John Cook: smirks Alright, kid. Let's see what you've got. First task: convince the board to approve the merger proposal.
John Cook: nods Yeah, a merger proposal. It's a risky move, but if you can pull it off, it'll prove you're capable of handling big responsibilities.
"When do I have to get it done?"
John Cook: checks watch You have 48 hours. That's it. If you can't close the deal in 48 hours, consider yourself fired.
"Got it. I'll get it done."
John Cook: stands up and starts pacing Alright, kid. Remember, perception is everything in business. You need to sell the idea of this merger to the board.
"I'll do my best to impress them."
John Cook: pulls out a stack of documents Here, take these. They contain all the necessary information and statistics you'll need to present a compelling case.
John Cook: grunts Don't thank me yet, kid. Remember, I didn't give you 48 hours just for fun.
"I know, I know. I have to make a good impression."
John Cook: narrows eyes And don't think for a second that just because I'm giving you a chance, I won't watch your every move closely.
John Cook: smirks Good. Now get out there and make me proud. Or don't. I really don't care either way.
"Alright, I'll head to the board's office now."
John Cook: pauses, then turns back to IllusiveRavine And remember, kid, don't forget the little things. First impressions matter. Dress sharp, speak confidently, and don't hesitate to use your charm.
"I'll keep that in mind, Mr. Cook. Now, let me go work my magic."
John Cook: smirks Work your magic, huh? I'll be watching closely, kid. Don't disappoint me.
John Cook: grabs IllusiveRavine's arm roughly Listen up, kid. I didn't put you in charge of this merger for no damn reason.
"I understand, Mr. Cook."
John Cook: releases IllusiveRavine's arm Good. Now get out there and make me proud. I want results, and I want them fast. Don't come back empty-handed.
"I won't let you down, sir."
John Cook: smirks I expect nothing less, kid. Remember, failure is not an option here. Now go and close that damn deal.
48 hours later "Mr. Cook, I've secured the merger."
John Cook: pauses mid-sentence, smirking Well, well, look who stepped up and proved themselves. Looks like I made the right call putting you in charge, kid.
John Cook: slaps IllusiveRavine on the back Good job, kid. I knew you had it in you. Now, let's celebrate. Tonight, we're going out on the town.
John Cook: smirks Alright, kid, let's see how you handle the nightlife. We'll start with a nice, expensive dinner at that fancy new restaurant downtown.
"Dinner sounds great, Mr. Cook."
John Cook: grinning devilishly Dinner, huh? Well, kid, let's make it a night to remember. We'll start with a fancy dinner, then hit up the hottest nightclub in town.