the well-dressed newcomer to their group. Even though Sugah was young, she was wise beyond her years, polished, professional and didn’t seem fazed by any of this. Java would love taking the young one under her wing. And from the way her brother spoke highly of her, she knew she didn’t have any other choice but to welcome the girl to their family. After all, she had always wanted a younger sister. Maybe her circle was now complete Java thought still admiring the young woman before her. Once all pleasantries were out of the way, Coffee got straight down to business. He informed everyone of Sugah’s assignment, praising her work. “This one here is something else. She not only completed the assignment, she closed the deal with a sale. She had the client eating out of the palm of her hands. I was highly impressed. If I didn’t know better, I would have been fooled beyond belief. Sugah, you are truly great. Will you do us all the pleasure of joining our organization? We are honored to have you on board.”
Sugah looked around the table at the smiling faces accepting her. She felt like someone important. She felt special, she felt hopeful, only if her mother where there. Sugah fought back tears of joy. She didn’t want to appear weak or needy in front of her new family. She barely knew them and she didn’t need to give them any impression that she couldn’t handle herself. She nodded and then finally said “yes”.
“I would be honored to join this organization. Thank you Latte for placing that card in my hands, you didn’t have to and I appreciate it.” Latte smiled. “I knew you would be good for us. Your life is about to change forever Sugah or should I say Spice , and I look forward to you being a part of that change for a very long time.” Cap, Mocha, Espresso and Java all agreed with their own nod to her. Coffee simply observed the interaction of his associates with their newest member. He didn’t know what to say or how to respond. His heart was racing and all he wanted to do was wrap his arms around her and kiss her endlessly. He cleared his throat getting anyone’s attention. “Sugah, can you please join me up here? It is time,” he said.
Everyone stood as she made her way to the front of the room to join Coffee. He held a large book in his hand. Sugah knew that it must have been of great significance. “Sugah, this is our book of bylaws, rules, regulations, principles, techniques if needed, responsibilities and codes of conduct. We take this organization very seriously and as a new member, you must learn and apply these principles to your daily life. Any one of us can call you, day or night and ask you anything regarding the contents of this book for the next ninety days. If you do not know it, there will be consequences. After three failed attempts to comply, you will be dismissed from this organization and we lose all contact with you. Do you have any questions before you take the oath?”
Sugah understood and she would guard that book with her life. She would learn each and everything in the book and beyond. It was crucial that she remain linked to them. Now that she got a taste of the good life, she didn’t dare do anything to jeopardize it. So , if knowing every detail, every word, the number of crossed t’s and dotted I’s of the book, then that wa s exactly what she would do. The fact that she had photographic memory was an advantage she had and woul dn’t share that bit of importance with anyone. Once Sugah took the oath as a new member of the organization, everyone mingled and enjoyed the rest of the evening. When she left that night, she was on cloud-nine, worry free.
Sugah walked into the restaurant that night to meet Mr. Blakemore with a radiant glow . He was already waiting for her when she arrived. He looked handsome in his sports coat, khakis and loafers. His hair had been dyed and he smelled nice. He looked ten or so years younger than the last time she saw him on the boat.
Sugah looked around the table at the smiling faces accepting her. She felt like someone important. She felt special, she felt hopeful, only if her mother where there. Sugah fought back tears of joy. She didn’t want to appear weak or needy in front of her new family. She barely knew them and she didn’t need to give them any impression that she couldn’t handle herself. She nodded and then finally said “yes”.
“I would be honored to join this organization. Thank you Latte for placing that card in my hands, you didn’t have to and I appreciate it.” Latte smiled. “I knew you would be good for us. Your life is about to change forever Sugah or should I say Spice , and I look forward to you being a part of that change for a very long time.” Cap, Mocha, Espresso and Java all agreed with their own nod to her. Coffee simply observed the interaction of his associates with their newest member. He didn’t know what to say or how to respond. His heart was racing and all he wanted to do was wrap his arms around her and kiss her endlessly. He cleared his throat getting anyone’s attention. “Sugah, can you please join me up here? It is time,” he said.
Everyone stood as she made her way to the front of the room to join Coffee. He held a large book in his hand. Sugah knew that it must have been of great significance. “Sugah, this is our book of bylaws, rules, regulations, principles, techniques if needed, responsibilities and codes of conduct. We take this organization very seriously and as a new member, you must learn and apply these principles to your daily life. Any one of us can call you, day or night and ask you anything regarding the contents of this book for the next ninety days. If you do not know it, there will be consequences. After three failed attempts to comply, you will be dismissed from this organization and we lose all contact with you. Do you have any questions before you take the oath?”
Sugah understood and she would guard that book with her life. She would learn each and everything in the book and beyond. It was crucial that she remain linked to them. Now that she got a taste of the good life, she didn’t dare do anything to jeopardize it. So , if knowing every detail, every word, the number of crossed t’s and dotted I’s of the book, then that wa s exactly what she would do. The fact that she had photographic memory was an advantage she had and woul dn’t share that bit of importance with anyone. Once Sugah took the oath as a new member of the organization, everyone mingled and enjoyed the rest of the evening. When she left that night, she was on cloud-nine, worry free.
Sugah walked into the restaurant that night to meet Mr. Blakemore with a radiant glow . He was already waiting for her when she arrived. He looked handsome in his sports coat, khakis and loafers. His hair had been dyed and he smelled nice. He looked ten or so years younger than the last time she saw him on the boat.
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