402 Brianna at Reynolds Media 1 (2/2)

Brianna approved Quentin's strategy. It is extra work at the beginning, but he is enabling a nurturing culture that will create loyal employees and that is priceless.

Brianna confirmed that it's 8:54, so there are six minutes until the class starts.

She observed that the girls went to the wall where lockers are and kept their jackets and sweaters, leaving them in leggings or sweatpants and light tops that are not obstructing their movements.

There is a one-way audio connection between the rooms, that can be turned off, which is currently on, so they could hear the girls chattering and giggling in a good mood.

A few more girls arrived, they exchanged greetings, and it looked harmonious.

”How long will we watch them?”, Brianna asked.

”I was thinking maybe ten minutes after their class starts. If you are bored, we can leave sooner, but there is no point in watching longer. I wanted you to see that this is serious business. After that, we can go to my office.”

Brianna found his choice of words interesting. ”Serious business?”

Quentin nodded. ”In the morning, the girls have physical training, and in the afternoon they learn about camera angles, designers, fashion trends, and anything else that can help them shine on the catwalk and on the magazine cover. They are getting weekly evaluations, and whoever qualifies will participate in the fashion shows or shootings organized by Reynolds Media, and the top five will get additional bonuses like clothes or spa treatments. I was also thinking of providing a mini-vacation to the ones that are showing consistent results.”

”You are treating them well.”

Quentin was happy to see that Brianna approves, and he wanted to explain that this is not because he likes models. This is purely a business-wise decision. ”The current trends are not favorable for printed magazines. That is why we are switching to digital, but the competition is fierce, and it is dangerous to put all our eggs in one basket. I believe that these models will become assets Reynolds Media will rely on in the future. We already have plenty of jobs for them within Reynolds Media, and as a bonus, we have established relationships with designers. How I see it, these models are a small investment that will pay off big time.”

Quentin looked at Brianna expectantly waiting for her response, but other than a smile she didn't reveal much. ”What do you think?”

”There is nothing sexier than an intelligent man who talks about his work with passion.”

Quentin chuckled. ”You should see me when I talk about the profits.”

”Hmm… Maybe you can talk to me about last quarter over dinner? I love when you speak numbers.”

Quentin leaned closer and pecked her lips. ”It will be my pleasure, Mrs. Reynolds.”

”Oh, the pleasure will be all mine, Mr. Reynolds…”, Brianna whispered and kissed him back.

Quentin put his hand at the back of Brianna's head and deepened the kiss.

He loves when they exchange sweet nothings and flirt, and he hopes that nothing will spoil the current mood because he is back to floating as the magical flavors of his fiery Goddess are filling him to the brim.

”What is this? Do you think you came to a sorority party? Do you think you are at the top already? You are nothing but a bunch of slackers!”, a loud female voice was heard, pulling Quentin and Brianna out of their lovey-dovey bubble.

Quentin frowned in displeasure of this unwelcome interruption and his eyebrows lifted in surprise when he saw through the one-way mirror Kendra facing the girls, and her angry expression was a giveaway that she was the one who shouted.

Brianna exhaled in frustration. ”Is this the kind and nurturing environment you envisioned?”

Quentin gritted his teeth in anger while glaring at Kendra through a one-way mirror.

Who does she think she is? And why is she here? How much more trouble will she cause?

Quentin hoped that Brianna will not blow up again because it took him an extra effort to pacify Brianna on Saturday.

Quentin's plan was to fire Kendra after the board meeting and to be done with her and all the drama, but now... it seems that Kendra is making waves that are directed toward the bliss Quentin calls marriage. What a headache!

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