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. Why are you being so difficult? It was your idea to just have sex. And we both know I just said that so you would agree to see me again.I m not goingto pussyfoot around the issue and tell you that I don t want our relationship to extendbeyond the bedroom, because that wouldn t be true. Well, sex is all I m willing to offer. That sounded cruel to even her own ears, but ifshe conceded anymore of herself to him, she didn t know what would happen. Fine, he said through clenched teeth. I ll see you Friday. He made it a statement.She wanted to tell him no, but her traitorous body wouldn t let her. Yes. Okay.I ll see you then.She watched him walk away.He was still wearing the bib. Umm, Matt.He turned around with an expectant look. Yes? You left your bib on.His face fell.Ripping off the paper bib, he threw it to the chair before stalking away.What was she letting herself into?* * * * *He wished he could shake some sense into her.Matt wanted much more than aphysical relationship with Brandi, but he supposed he would have to settle for what he couldget from her.For now.At least he was making some progress.Matt dreaded going back to the car dealership.When people weren t kissing his asstrying to get into his good graces, they were cowering in fear when he walked by.One thinghe knew for sure, working at the car dealership wasn t his cup of tea.54 Eve VaughnAs he pulled the Mercedes into his reserved parking space, he took a deep breathbefore getting out. Good afternoon, Mr.Collins.Gina smiled at him as he walked into the building. Good afternoon, Gina.Anymessages? One from your ex about a function your son is having at school, and one from themanufacturer, She handed him two handwritten messages. Okay.Thanks.By the way, have you had a chance to start looking at schools? I have! I think I may enroll at Arcadia.It s so great that you reinstated the tuitionreimbursement program. She paused. I.I broke up with Peter. I m really sorry to hear that. It was for the best.He wanted to keep me dumb and dependent on him, so I have youto thank for giving me a better opportunity. No.You have yourself to thank.I m glad you re taking advantage of the program.Good for you. He took his messages and headed to his office. Matt, can I talk to you for a minute? Bill Nixon intercepted him just as he walkedthrough the door. Sure, what can I do for you? Matt sat in the big leather seat behind his desk andstared at his sales manager.Bill took the seat opposite his.The man looked nervous about something.What little Matt knew about Bill waspositive.He seemed very trustworthy and dependable. Well, spit it out, Matt saidimpatiently when Bill didn t say anything. It s about Dylan.Matt frowned.If he remembered correctly, Dylan was one of the salesmen who ran theother way when he saw Matt coming. What about him? You wanted me to let you know if he didn t make his quota for the month again. And since you re here, I m guessing he didn t. That s right, but I have the figures with me.If you take a look at them, he s made asteady improvement.The kid is working really hard. Bill pointed to some numbers. I see the marked improvement, but he didn t make the quota, right? No, but I ve told you already that the quota you set is a little on the high side.Dylanisn t the only one struggling, you know. When someone continually doesn t make the quota, what happens? You know what I m getting at.I m asking you to give the kid a break.I ve seen histype before.If you give him a chance, he blossoms, becomes more confident, and you getbetter result, not to mention company loyalty.He tried so hard, and he only missed thismonth s quota by a very slim margin.Every Breath You Take 55 It seems to me that action should be taken.Bill went white. The kid needs the job.You know he s his family s only means ofsupport. How about listening to what I have to say before you jump to conclusions? All right. Bill sighed, looking very bleak. I think we should lower the quota.Bill gave him an astonished look. What? Are you serious? Of course I am. But you ve been adamant about not lowering the quota.I don t understand. Don t try and understand, Bill.If I tried to explain it, you wouldn t believe it. Mattchuckled at his employee s stunned expression. I don t know what to say. Oh, come on.Tell me the truth -- I ve been an asshole to work for, haven t I? Well -- I don t think I would use that word exactly. Be honest with me.I promise you won t get in trouble for speaking your mind.Bill hesitated before he finally spoke. You can be difficult at times. Bill, I apologize for being such a jerk to work for, and I hope I ll be able to makethings easier for you, Matt said sincerely.He had a pretty good idea how things had been,and he hated to see such low morale whenever he was around.The sales manager looked surprised. I think I must be dreaming, he muttered. No, it s not a dream.Also, we need to start talking about hiring some more helparound here and about a promotion for you.The man looked faint.Matt hoped he was taking the right steps toward redemption, because he didn t want togo anywhere without winning Brandi back.56 Eve VaughnChapter Eight Mom, you re not listening to me What did you say, sweetie? Brandi looked up from her plate [ Pobierz całość w formacie PDF ]