300 Expediting plans 1 (2/2)

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~ San Francisco, Harper Investments ~

11:42 AM

”Come in…” Brianna called without lifting her gaze from the screen in front of her when she heard a knock on the door.

”Miss Harper, CEO Harper asked you to come to his office.” Secretary said when she peeked in.

Brianna wondered, what does her father want now? It's almost lunchtime, and she planned to go home and meet with Quentin who is working from there. Well, whatever her father wants, Brianna hopes that it will end quickly. ”I'm coming…”

Brianna knocked at the door with the name tag: 'Joseph Harper, CEO' and opened it.

”Brianna, thank you for joining us…” Her father said with a big smile.

Brianna wanted to ask who that 'us' is, but then her eyebrows shoot up when she realized that the second person in the office is Quentin.

”Miss Harper…” Quentin greeted her politely.

Brianna shook his hand and smiled. ”Mr. Reynolds…”

”Brianna, Mr. Reynolds was telling me how well you are handling him and that he would like to extend our cooperation.” Brianna's father said with pride obvious in his voice.

There was a snort from the side, and only then Brianna realized that there is another person in the office, her cousin, Thomas. Brianna decided to ignore him.

Brianna's smile widened. ”I am happy that Mr. Reynolds is satisfied with my service.”

Quentin's gaze deepened. Oh, yes. He is satisfied with her service. ”Of course, Miss Harper. You are the best. I could not believe that you started working only a few weeks ago.”

”Mr. Reynolds told me that you discussed branching of Harper Investments to the North.” Joseph said and looked at Brianna expectantly.

Brianna paused. She will not deny it because she spoke with Quentin about Harper Investments branching to Seattle, and her moving there, but they didn't talk in detail. She decided to play along. ”Reynolds Publishing is based in Seattle, and I mentioned that if we have an office there, we can work closely and take care of their deals.”

Quentin nodded in approval of Brianna's words and turned to Joseph. ”Miss Harper is modest. Not only our deals, but I have friends in several other companies who would be delighted to work with Harper Investments, as long as you offer them similar conditions.”

Joseph's eyes flashed, and he was unable to hide his glee. More customers! Why didn't Brianna tell him about that? They are considering branching, and if there is a market without their coverage, and with customers, that is a sure win! He will talk with Brianna about that later. Now he needs to make Quentin happy.

”Would you be interested in joining us for lunch? I have a reservation at the Hilton hotel. It is one of the finest restaurants in town and we will be happy if you join us.” Joseph said and looked at Quentin expectantly.

Thomas frowned. Yes, they have a reservation, but it's a reservation he (aka Thomas) placed so that HE and Joseph can enjoy a luxurious meal in peace. Just the two of them!

Quentin looked at Brianna. ”Will Miss Harper join us as well?”

”Of course!” Joseph said louder than intended while his eyes were fixed on Brianna. He hoped that she will get the hint: she needs to attend this lunch!

Thomas' frown deepened. In truth, Thomas does not mind if Quentin joins because that would give Thomas a chance to score points and maybe steal the customer from Brianna, but why is Brianna joining? Thomas does not see Brianna as worthy; she should reject it.

Brianna didn't want to attend this lunch. It was supposed to be only Quentin and her. How did it become a group activity? And considering that Thomas will be there, her digestion will be ruined. But she can see that Quentin is using this opportunity to expedite her plans for moving to Seattle, and as much as she does not like that he is meddling, he is helping her out.

Brianna noticed Thomas's dark expression, and she will not miss the opportunity to spoil his appetite. ”Yes, I will join…”

”Excellent!” Joseph exclaimed and turned to Thomas. ”Tom, please make sure that our reservation includes everyone…”

Thomas cursed internally while maintaining his smile. ”I will do that right now…”

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