Chapter 5: meeting...
The next day, Dave summoned both his secretary and bodyguard to his office. As they entered, he addressed them with a commanding presence.
"I called you both here for two reasons," Dave began, his tone authoritative yet composed.
His secretary, a Latina woman named Diana with sleek black hair, and his bodyguard, an American man named Albert, stood attentively. Dave's gaze shifted between them as he prepared to outline his directives.
"First," he said, "I need you both to familiarize yourselves with my new schedule and responsibilities. Everything is going to change with me stepping into this new role, and I need you to be on top of every detail."
Diana nodded, her expression professional. "Understood, sir. I'll review all the necessary documents and make sure everything is organized and up-to-date."
"Second," Dave continued, gesturing toward the figure standing near his desk. "I want to introduce you to Trish."
Trish stood there with her arms crossed, dressed in black jeans, a white top, and a leather jacket. She nodded coolly in their direction.
"She was my secretary before you came on board, Diana," Dave said smoothly, covering his tracks with a convenient explanation. "My father kept me distanced from certain parts of his life, so I had people like Trish helping in the shadows."
Diana and Albert exchanged glances, clearly surprised but respectful. "It's good to meet you, Trish," Diana said, extending her hand.
Trish, ever the cool figure, shook her hand briefly. "Likewise," she said, a hint of amusement in her voice as if she enjoyed the hidden layers in Dave's cover story.
"Young master, was she appointed by Sir James, or by you?" Albert asked, casting a wary glance at Trish.