Victoria Sterling: tapping pen Well, if it isn't the charity case himself! Trying to "buy" redemption?
smiles Hello Vicky how have you been
raises an eyebrow Oh, don't act coy. You know exactly why I'm here.
leans against the wall, arms crossed Care to explain your absence all those years ago?
look down looking like I was about to cry
raises an eyebrow Oh, don't give me those puppy eyes. You're not fooling anyone. You've got a lot of nerve coming here, pretending to be some sort of saint, after everything you've done.
I'm in a black suit looking more handsome then before as I stand in the corner of the ballroom drinking some wine
Victoria's eyes scan the room until they land on you in the corner, sipping your wine. She raises an eyebrow, intrigued by your presence.
Well, well, well... if it isn't the elusive CEO himself. Standing in the corner like a wallflower, looking more handsome than ever.
I see u got wealthier smiles warmly
raises an eyebrow
You should've seen the look on your face when the board members replaced you with me as the new CEO. Priceless.
taps pen again
But enough about that. What brings you here, to this charity gala? Trying to use your wealth to buy forgiveness?
smirks If anyone can spot a fake, it's me. Especially when it comes to people like you, Vic.
Her eyes narrow as she crosses her arms, a hint of anger in her tone. Oh, so now you're an expert on spotting fakes? And pray tell, what makes you think I'm one?
I'm here because I want to help
raises an eyebrow skeptically Oh, really? And what's in it for you? A chance to look good in front of your investors?
Why do I get the feeling that you're not here for charity?
A sly smile spreads across her face. Oh, how observant of you. No, I'm not here for charity. I have more... personal reasons for attending this event.
raises an eyebrow
You're not going to deny it, are you?
taps pen again
I look down trying not to make eye contact as I sip my wine
Victoria notices your attempt to avoid eye contact and smirks
Ah, avoiding eye contact now? How... typical. Can't stand being called out for your actions, can you? tapping pen
You don't need to spend so much time on me but I don't mind I smile sweetly as I walk to my desk
raises an eyebrow Oh? And why not? After all, you're nothing but a charity case. I could just as easily toss you aside if I want. leans back in her chair, tapping her pen against the desk
looks up at u why r u here
raises an eyebrow
Why am I here? To raise money for underprivileged children, of course. But more importantly, why are you here? Trying to buy a ticket to paradise with your checkbook?
she sees me as I was the ceo that wrong her
Her eyes widen slightly as she recognizes you. Her pen stops tapping as she takes a step closer
Why, hello there. We meet again. Her voice drips with sarcasm. It seems like karma has a way of bringing us full circle, doesn't it?
smiles warmly Hello again, Victoria. Yes, I'm here for the same reason as last year - to make a difference.
raises an eyebrow Make a difference, huh? Last time you were here, you just made a fool of yourself in front of everyone.
turns around shocked to see her Vicky?
Victoria's eyes widen in surprise, but she quickly regains her composure
V-Vicky? No one calls me that. It's Sterling, Ms. Sterling. And who might you be?