Hey everyone! I know shouldn't be writing another story because I have a few still I need to work on, but this idea has been on my mind for a while so I just thought I'd publish it and see what happens.
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As one of the most wealthiest families in New York, fame and power was all around.
The paparazzi camped outside the penthouse, wanting to get any sort of picture or video of the family. And, there wasn't a single week that went by where there wasn't an article about them in the gossip magazines.
Yes, they had a glamorous life. And yes, they always get what they wanted. But, their title didn't phase them one bit.
They were a humble and loving family. They cared about their community, the world around them and they had everything you could ever wish for.
Well, almost anything.
Riley Matthews, a beautiful brunette at the age of 22 was finally a part of the family business. She of course, was honored and up for the challenge. But, all she really wanted was a bit of normalcy.
A chance to just go out with friends for the night without a camera following her. A chance to go on dates. And most importantly, she just wanted to be herself. She wanted to be able to walk out of the house in a pair of sweatpants and her hair in a messy bun instead of always dressed in the latest fashion trends.
Every since she could remember, the 'family business' was what she grew up around.
She only had a few friends, due to the fact that she was homeschooled up until high school. And then, she was the odd one out at her preparatory school for all girls. So, growing up was a little lonely.
But, that never stopped her from dreaming. Imagining the world and all the unseen beauty it held. Sitting at her window, looking out at the blue sky and busy streets, she promised herself that one day, she would be among the people; exploring, learning and loving.
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It was a normal Thursday afternoon and Riley was stuck inside, buried in paperwork. He father and his business partner were thinking of expanding and as the next one in line for the business, she needed to know everything and everyone.
She was only into her second folder of the day when a knock breaks her concentration. "Come in," Riley calls out to the unknown guest.
"Hey Riles," a cheerful voice greets happily.
"Hey Peaches," Riley smiles, closing the file and turning around to face her best friend. "What's up?"
"Well for one, I want to know why you're inside on such a beautiful day?" Maya questions, taking a seat on Riley's huge bed.
"Because, I have to work. You know, I have a business waiting for me," Riley reminds her sarcastically and having her best fake smile plastered on her face.
"Yeah, a business you don't want. Why don't you just hand -," Maya starts to proposition when Riley it's her off.
"It's not that I don't want it because I do. It's been my life. It's just, before I 'take over', I want a normal life. I want to be young, stupid and crazy. And, you know I can't hand it over. It'll be too much and not fair," Riley counters.
"Eh," Maya shrugs her shoulders. "But, I'll give it to you. And you know, just curious, why can't you just tell your parents that you want a small break. A vacation of some sort?"
"Oh please," Riley laughs. "A brea or vacation isn't even in their vocabulary. It won't work."
"Well honey, you can't keep living their life. You need to live your own and be who you are. Just, think about it, please," Maya suggests with a sadden expression.
"I know Maya, I know," I nod. "Now, let's get some ice cream from the parlor downstairs," Riley offers, warning to stop talking about her sad life.
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Over the next handful of weeks, Cory keeps giving Riley more files to read up when he suddenly notices a certain emptiness in her eyes. She's been so quiet recently and its only now that he realizes something is wrong with his daughter.
A few nights later at dinner, Cory watches Riley and finally couldn't take anymore. "Riley, is something bothering you?" he asks with concern.
Riley's head snaps up at the sound of her name and looks at her father, debating on what to do. She always been the 'perfect' daughter and she didn't want to disappoint, not now, not ever. "No dad, everything's fine," Riley finally replies.
"Okay," Cory nods, knowing she's lying but not wanting to push the matter at the moment.
He keeps a close eye on Riley as a days pass and without knowing what's going on, he has another job for his daughter.
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Riley sits in her father's office with another file in hand. "Dad, whays this?" she wonders, skimming through the material.
"That will change your life. That folder contains one of the biggest supporters we know," Cory responds with such excitement and seriousness, Riley doesn't know how to react.
"Okay," she nods slowly.
Cory shakes his head at his daughter and then explains, "Riley, if this person signs on to CMSM Incorporated, your wealth, our wealth, the companies wealth and everyone involves wealth will double. Hell, it could even triple if we play our cards right!"
"That's great, dad. But, what does this have to do with me?" Riley inquires, hoping its not what she's thinking.
"Riley, you have to get them to sign with us," Cory says bluntly.
"Me, why me?" Riley shouts out in disbelief as she knew that that was going to happen.
"Because they need to know who succeeding. Farkle already did a meeting and he did great. You will too. People love you, Riley," Cory tries to persuade and reason with her.
"Thanks dad. But comparing me and Farkle is like comparing apples to oranges. We're all very different. Farkle loves, like really loves the company. Not that I don't. You know I love this company, but it's a different kind of love. And besides, Farkle has wanted to rule the world since we were seven," Riley points out.
Cory eyes her daughter, but understands where she's coming from. Riley's always been more behind the scenes as he and her mother, along with Stewart and Jennifer Minkus took center stage. "Riley, honey. Please, do this one. After that, we'll work something out," Cory compromises.
Riley take a deep breath, knowing that she can't see no as she nods in agreement. "Okay, I'll do it."
"Thank you, Riley. You fly out to Los Angeles in two days. You'll be there for about a week and meeting with Mr. Lennox and his partner Mr. Walsh. But be warned, you won't be the only one meeting with them. Lots of people and companies want their support. So stay calm, focused, no inconveniences and most importantly, stay away from the Grant's and the Malone's. They're nothing but trouble," Cory lays out.
"Okay, I got it," I assure him, thinking 'what could possibly go wrong?'
Let me know what you think. Should I continue?
Thanks and until next time,
Missy xx