Dean has calmed his temper now!
' Leaving Shayla to calm down by herself was probably the right option, she would see sense once she's thinking clearly and would cancel the contract cancellation, it wasn't like she had anywhere else to go' Dean thought to himself.
He just had to wait for Shayla to sort herself out, for now he had to get himself ready for his meeting with President Shark.
The meeting today was very important for passion empire, passion wanted to branch out into collaborations with Scope. Today he would be pitching his proposal to the SHARK, hoping to collaborate and make a hefty profit so passion empire could expand with dancers and actors.
Scope had always been the agency to collaborate with, they had money pouring out of their ears, they ran their own fashion shows, films and contests, elevating their artists public image.
Scope hosted shows and contests looking for winners, having a collaboration meant that passion empires artists would have the potential to join in.
Potentially creating a stepping stone for passion empire's artists to be noticed in the tough industry. Without a strong backing artists needed publicity, no matter whether the publicity was good or bad, every small time model needed to be noticed. What better way than via scope?
Carly had originally planted this idea into Dean's head, for her own benefit.
She had always wished to be at scope entertainment, unfortunately up until recently she had been a B list Model. Now she was an A list model she believed this could be her time to be noticed by the SHARK.
Dean was intrigued by Carly's idea so he had done his research. After seeing other agencies and companies artists had moved to Scope, how could he not try to do the same!
Dean booked a meeting with President Shark after writing up a proposal, Dean was hoping the SHARK would take the bait or he could potentially end up as fish food so when assistant Lewis rang to book a meeting Dean had been thrilled.
After gathering up his planned proposal, Dean called through the intercom to Tonia, but had no reply. He glanced up at the clock on the adjacent wall to see it was midday, Tonia was probably on her lunch break. Dean text Tonia, reminding her that he needed her to scribe notes in his next meeting.
With an hour to waste, Dean decided to take his lunch too, he slides the folder under his laptop on his desk before he walks out of his office.
Dean makes his was to the office cafeteria, getting himself a toasted ham and cheese bagel.
Unknown to Dean, Leroy and Lewis have arrived at the building.
Lewis gets out of the car, then rounds the front, pulling the passenger door open.
Leroy steps out and briskly makes his way into passion empire, leaving Lewis who's currently locking up the car. Once the car is locked he quickly starts trailing behind Leroy.
Both men confidently walk into the building, going straight up to the reception desk.
The receptionist looks up after realising there's visitors, her face paling when her eyes fall on both men. She swallows sharply in nervousness.
'P..president Shark, it's an honour to meet you, how can I be of assistance'
Lewis steps forward, shielding Leroy with his slightly smaller frame, women were clumsy when they became nervous.
'President shark has a meeting with President Ridge' he informs the receptionist curtly.
The woman clicks away on the computer before handing the men visitors passes. They take one each before Lewis asks abruptly
'oh and where would I find Miss Shayla Taylor?'
The receptionists small forced smile now drops completely, she had already heard the gossip from some of the artists upstairs on what had happened earlier.
Most women love to gossip!
Gossiping usually ends up in Chinese whispers, but they still love to talk!
The receptionist knows full well that these men really couldn't see Shayla!
'The third floor sir but I wouldn't suggest seeing Miss Taylor, she's not feeling well' the lady blurts the first excuse that comes to her mind!
Receptionists have hard jobs, they have to either book an appointment, great people or deflect them!
Thinking on the spot should really be a top quality for anyone wanting to try. These things happen multiple times a day!
Lewis's eyes narrow at the woman, but he nods curtly then swiftly leaves the woman alone, briskly getting into the awaiting elevator Leroy is currently occupying.
'Hurry up' Leroy snaps when he sees Lewis coming his way, he punches floor three as soon as Lewis steps in.
The ride up is tense, Leroy's anger is radiating off of him in waves. That receptionist just tried to cover up his wife being manhandled and possibly being injured. His furious!
How can passion empire run its company in this way! This is his industry! His world!
Leroy will not let this slide!
As soon as the elevator doors open both men step out, making their way through the third floor, in search of Shayla's office.
Everyone knows who these men are so upon the staff seeing both men quiet whispering starts automatically, everyone's eye's are now on them!
Everyone in the office wants to know why these two men are here. On their floor!
Leroy spots a door with a plaque with Shayla's name on it.
This must be her office!
He walks briskly over, knocking then opening the door to find Linda hugging Shayla who's still sobbing her heart out on the floor.
'Get out! Now' Leroy orders sternly, trying to hold back his fury.
Linda releases Shayla immediately at the sound of his voice then scampers past Leroy, out of the office. Linda is glad to be away from the SHARK, the aura he was giving was bone shattering!
Leroy closes the office door before swiftly walking over to Shayla, he kneels down beside her, his eyes scanning her body quickly. Noticing the trickle of blood running down the side of her neck he pulls Shayla into his chest. He wraps his arms around her, placing a light kiss on the top of her head before shouting out for Lewis.
Lewis immediately opens the door when he hears Leroy shouting for him, popping his head in.
'You called president?'
'Get a first aid kit immediately' Leroy orders.
Lewis closes the door then goes in search for a kit.
Shayla snuggles into Leroy's chest trying to calm herself down, what Dean did, had really frightened her.
Delicate women tend to be frightened easily, this is why they like to be with a man who will protect and comfort them when they are in need.
Leroy rubs Shayla's back, while whispering
'Everything's going to be alright sweetheart, I'm here now, I've got you'
Once Shayla has calmed herself down, in her husband's comforting embrace she pulls back. Leroy unwraps his arms before standing up, he grabs Shayla's hand, pulling her up, then he sits down on her office chair.
His movements are swift and precise, Shayla soon finds herself being tugged onto Leroy's lap. She sighs in relief as Leroy wraps his arms back around her, keeping her close.