4. Pharaoh #2
We hooped for two hours before I called it quits. Chauncey was pissing my boy Cedric off. He fouled his ass like fifteen times. Chauncey was my boy for sure, but his ass played too fuckin much.
“So, what up with y’all man?” I asked as we made our way to the bleachers to cool off.
“Not shit, heard you might be coming back to the city for good.”
“Who told you that shit, Rajah?” I asked Bradshaw. Him and Bryson were twin brothers we grew up with. He worked at the same hospital as Rajah as a pharmacist. Bryson was a fireman.
Cedric and my guy Prosper did real estate and Chauncey’s ass was a radio talk show host. Together the six of us wreaked havoc in high school. Whenever we link up some shit was bound to happen.
“Yea man. You know we catch up from time to time for lunch. But what up? We getting the crew back together?” I shook my head no. We was wildin every summer and I wasn’t ready for bar hopping and a different bitch every night.
“Man, hell nah. But let’s plan to get together again soon. I’m bought to be out.”
I needed to meet the tailor for my suits. I didn’t bring much with me because I didn’t plan on being here long. But it seemed like those plans were changing quickly. I was back in the city maybe for good. I just hope I wouldn’t regret not telling my momma no.
Monday Morning
“Good morning, everyone. Thank you all for being on time and prepared. Many of you have already submitted your clients’ files and for that I thank you.
For those of you that haven’t the deadline will be this Wednesday by end of day.
Please email my assistant if you have questions or need an extension for any reason.
My husband and I appreciate your hard work and dedication to this firm.
We didn’t know what we were doing when we started, we just had a dream and drive.
This is the proof of that labor, and it wouldn’t be possible without you.
Once documents are submitted to our clients, we will start sending out the fiscal bonuses.
We made a large profit this year and your bonuses will reflect that.
Please enjoy them, you deserve it. We will also be closed for a week to allow you time with your families.
Emails will be sent out soon providing those dates.
But enough of all that. The reason I called you all here is to introduce you to my son.
Everyone this is Pharaoh McCallum. The CEO and founder of our St. Louis location.
He will be here for a while helping sort out everything I need.
Please spend some time with him and show him how we run things here.
He’s brilliant and can help find solutions to problems so feel free to ask for help.
Thank you for your time.” I nodded my head and waved at everyone in attendance.
No need for a speech I would be meeting everyone personally at some point.
My mother stood back with her hands clasped in front of her.
She was so elegant in her all-white women’s business suit and kitten heels.
I noticed the small wrinkles around her mouth and knew they came from the countless smiles and laughs.
She was always happy and brought joy to every room.
She was waving to everyone as they left the room.
A few people approached me to speak, and I knew they were trying to get in brownie points for the partnership position my mom had opened.
Out the corner of my eye I noticed Blythe moving towards her after waiting patiently for everyone to move away. I excused myself to be front and center when she got to my mom.
“Mrs. McCallum, can I please have a moment of your time?”
“Of course, Blythe.” My mom touched Blythe’s elbow pulling her away from the remaining crowd. I notice the slight flinch at her touch and I frowned a little. She recovered quickly and smiled at my mom.
“I just wanted to ask if you have had a chance to review my resume and consider me for the partnership.” She stood tall and regal. She exuded so much confidence that it caused my dick to jump at her audacity. Clearing my throat, I alerted them of my presence.
“Ah, son, please come meet Blythe Livingston. My top performer. Blythe this is Pharaoh McCallum. My son.” I removed my hand from the pocket of my slacks and extended it to her.
She looked down at it and reluctantly placed her small hand in mine.
I could feel my blood flow quicken at the softness of her dainty hand.
“It’s a pleasure to meet you, Pharaoh.” She straightened her shoulders and presented the same confidence she gave my mother. She held my eye contact not once blinking.
“The pleasure is mine Blythe.”
“Oh, this is grand. Blythe I was coming to you first anyway, so this works out. Please spend the day with Pharaoh. I want him to review our top clients and sales projections. I have seen your emails, and I will let you know as soon as possible. Don’t you worry sweet girl.
Things look promising.” She nodded her head and gave a small smile before returning her gaze to mine.
“Should we get started?” I asked rubbing the back of Blythe’s hand that was still snug in mine. She snatched it away quickly before heading to her office with me in tow.
“Son.” My mom called my name in a fierce whisper.
“Be careful. She’s feisty, that one.” I chuckled at her before winking and continuing my stride to Blythe’s office.
Tapping lightly at the open-door frame I walked in looking around her large office space.
It gave off a dark female dominance. Dark green velvet furniture with gold accents and a massive dark mahogany wood desk with a black throne like chair.