Twenty-two

[neptune_storm]

[There were a few things that Lucas woke up to that morning that made him stop to think more than usual. The new blue pinstripe suit boxed up on his bed, the red tie to match and some new shoes. He didn't remember buying them or the label that was slapped across it.

When he walked into work the same confusion slapped him across the face.

"You," he

Comments

[everbooming]

Thanks for reminding me why I don't invest.

[neptune_storm]

It's only for the big boys.

[everbooming]

By big, do you mean stupid? I'm not throwing my hard-earned money at you. That's what strippers are for.

[neptune_storm]

That's what hard earned money is for. Giving it to the rest of us to borrow, barter and loan, and ultimately take.

[venusingucci]

Raised the interest? Well, sir, you've raised MY interests. If I'm not mistaken, I do believe my accounts are with your bank.

[neptune_storm]

Mmmm, are you then? Haven't seen you parading around before.

[venusingucci]

Callista Lovelace, darling--pleased to make your acquaintance.

I usually stop by to check on things every other week or so, just to make sure the accounts are healthy. You're usually in your office, I believe.

[neptune_storm]

Lucas.

You probably assumed all us bosses are gray and white with an overdeveloped gut.