Chapter 55 THE INTERVIEW

*Randy Pov*

The last interviews of the day always ended up being the memorable ones, without fail. They were never quick and easy. Something always seemed to come up.

And knowing who I was interviewing, I expected that pattern to continue.

My executive assistant Vanessa had taken a job at a different company. I had worked with her for some months, and she had grown under my tutelage, learning from me and my style of work. I prided myself for my integrity and honesty, while still being able to be firm and tough when necessary, on doing business the right way.

She was my sex toy, she opens up her legs whenever am in need of it. She was my office slut, though she knows what she was doing in the office. She's smart, hardworking and intelligent. She can speak, she had saved me a lot of times. She use to represent me in most meetings as my assistant.

My Good works that made my dad other executive love me was because of her. She's my savior, my merlin.

She left, taking her talents to another company, I wasn't angry. I was sad. I was very sad to know that She was out there, doing business the way I liked to see it done.

Her new job was very lucrative, which made the empty position she left behind very much in-demand. Most saw it as a ticket to higher things, the chance to learn some good skills and improve their professional standing.

Many of the applicants were from within the company, some rising young talent who had come highly recommended. We had some applicants from outside the company, but a thorough knowledge of the work we did was gonna be required for the job, so more than likely, I would be hiring someone from within.

The job was to basically work alongside me, to shadow me and help me out. I wasn't looking for a secretary. I was looking for something more than that. I needed someone in the boardroom with me, in the thick of it, learning, helping me out and contributing. I needed someone ready and willing to actively help out and go beyond the call of duty. I didn't need someone good. I needed someone outstanding.

I'm not saying this because I am tough or wanted someone that I could run ragged. Far from it. I needed help! I considered myself a good boss, open to criticism and negotiation. I didn't want to be one of those guys who goes on a power trip once I get the smallest bit of authority and success. I had seen other people do that, and I couldn't stand it. I couldn't stand seeing other people used in that way. When I worked that closely with someone, I didn't see any reason to make that relationship contentious.

Not only was I looking for someone who could do the work, cause honestly, there was a lot of work, but I was looking for someone I could imagine myself bonding with. Someone who I could see as a friend. Me and Vanessa were friends. When she told me about her new job, she did so with tears in her eyes. It was I who smiled and told her it was alright. That I was proud of her. Part of me was a bit worried about the uncertainty of having to find someone to fill such a huge role in my professional life. But another part of me was excited for this new adventure.

I had a lot of work on my plate. I traveled the state, and negotiated with some of the shrewdest businessmen and women in the state. It was tough, it was demanding, but I loved it. I loved the thrill of the negotiation. The feeling of a job well done. The validation of my dad patting me on the back, knowing I got the job done. But, to be the best I could be, I needed someone there with me. I needed someone to cover my ass. I needed someone I could count on.

I had already interviewed quite a few candidates, all of them extremely well qualified. I tried to prevent things from feeling too formal, since a lot of this job would depend on personal interaction.

The candidates were clearly nervous and I did my best to ease the tension and get them to just breathe. I wanted them to give me their best and not leave with any regrets. For the most part, the interviews went well, and it was going to be a tough choice. I was almost done interviewing, so that big choice would come soon.

But first, I had to interview Tori K.

The fact that she applied for this job was a bit of a surprise, for a number of reasons. Looking at her resume... quite frankly, her qualifications didn't really compare to some of the others. Her references weren't nearly as impressive. And honestly, I didn't really even think she liked me that much. Her attitude towards me was icy at best. And most importantly, and most pressingly... she had a bit of reputation that followed her.

To put it lightly, she had a reputation for sleeping around. It was alleged that that was how she had risen so high within the company, higher than her education and work performance would imply.

I made it a point to not give life to any rumors, to be my own judge of people. But, the evidence seemed pretty overwhelming. She certainly acted the part. Her attitude, her tone, the way she dressed, it all supported the story. I had once heard her described as being 'nasty hot', and while I certainly never looked at her that way, I could see the point. Tori was very attractive, but in a way that you could just tell she was not exactly the... purest... of women. She was attractive, with an impressive body, and she dressed in a manner to encourage these rumors. As much as I hated to give life to those nasty rumors, the stories seemed to be true.