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Every Lifetime
Tina exhales. “Alright…” She taps the notebook. “I want you to pull comparative box office data for the last five action films over a hundred million budget, focus on audience drop-off after opening weekend.”
“Got it,” Dena says as she taps away on her tablet.
Tina sets her coffee on the table. “And I need a breakdown of female-led action films that performed well internationally, specifically in the 18–34 demo. Also, pull the data for our last five action films…”
Dena nods quickly. “Okay.”
“And have a revised prep deck ready before my 9:30, something I can actually use, not just something that looks pretty.”
Dena grins. “On it.”
As they talk, the patio door slides open.
Bette steps out, buttoning the top button of her shirt, cufflinks in hand. Her black suit is crisp as always, but there’s a faint tension in her shoulders. “This damn day,” she mutters. She looks up and immediately spots Alice. “…What are you doing here? And in my chair?”
Alice gasps in faux offense. “Well, good morning to you, too, Porter.”
Dena, standing just across the table, goes completely still. “Jeez…us….” she murmurs under her breath.
Everyone turns to look at her, except Bette, who is oblivious to the girl’s presence.
Tina studies her assistant, clearly entertained, lifting a brow. “Uh… hello…” She pauses, then claps her hands once. “Hey.”
Dena snaps out of it immediately. “Sorry, boss.”
Bette finally glances over and does a double-take. “Who is this?” she asks, sliding her cufflinks into place.
Tina keeps her eyes on Dena. “This is my assistant Dena…” she pauses, then adds, “for now. That could change if she doesn’t pick her tongue up off the floor in the next two seconds.”
Dena gives a sheepish smile. “Sorry.”
Bette offers a quick, polite smile. “Nice to meet you. I’m Bette.”
Dena nods quickly. “Hi.”
Angie smiles at Bette. “Can I help clasp the cufflinks, Mama?”
Bette softens immediately, nodding as she holds her arms out. She watches her daughter closely. “Remember how we’re supposed to do it?”
Angie smiles and nods. “I remember…”
Angie carefully clasps the cufflinks, and Bette beams with pride.
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WOW, this was great! I’ve been waiting for this next chapter!! I really love your work! The way you weave so much content in to a chapter is masterful (or, mistressful )
THANKS
PS more soon, OK
Nice one. Feels like Tina should get a new ob where she can do great things, get awards and show Aaron and his buddies how good and successful movie are made.
Looking forward to more.
I love seeing a new chapter of this story! Looks like Tina may have to branch out on her own from Alphaville. Aaron is a jerk.
Can’t wait to see more!
A little late with reading due to a city trip but a great chapter!!!
Michelle, you deserve everything you get from Bette.
Poor Tina, time for maybe a new job?
More soon, please it is so good!!!
This is very enjoyable. I laughed out loud at the vision of a distracted Dena driving B&T onto a live set. Well done, and please post more when you’re able.