Sitting in a small and de-cluttered office, Kaylie watches Jeffery as he gets settled in his seat and waits for him to begin their morning meeting which she requested a little over a week ago.

'Thank you for taking such an interest in this department, I didn't realise you were interested in a career in Human Resources? I mean your Grandfather is the CEO of this company, I would have thought that with your quick witted tweets and excellent hugging skills, you were destined to run Kabletown?'

'Yes, well Mr Weinerslav, Human Resources is more my kind of thing, you know getting to know my colleagues, lurking into their past, discovering their hopes and most importantly uncovering their fears.'

'That's not what we do here'

'Jeffery, why don't we delve right into this, so I can see what it is that, well whatever it is that you do?

Jeffery is taking aback by her use of his first name and her tone of voice, which she quickly turns back into child like.

'If I want to take my career in HR seriously why don't we start off with a case study that you can show me?'

'A case study of someone who works here?'

'Yes, I know, just off the top of my head and completely at random...John Frances Donaghy'

Kaylie looks intensively at Jeffery as she waits for him to move from behind his desk to then walk over to the locked filing cabinet. In all his years he has never seen such an enthusiastic youth and this is his reasoning to agreeing to her terms.

Grabbing the file from his hands Kaylie scans the document, picking out any key words that might stick out. Turning over the pages, each one with more frustration she finally finishes her unsatisfactory read and slams it down on his desk.

'There is nothing in here, no notes about his fears, what his weaknesses are and not even a hint of a sexual harassment case. This is very disappointing.'

Jeffery is left stunned in his chair as he can't believe the rage that has overcome such a small person. Standing up from her chair Kaylie leans over his desk with a sweet smile.

'Jeff, maybe Human Resources is not for me'

XX

'I want to thank you again Mr Kenneth for showing me around the building'

'You're welcome Miss Hooper'

After nearly two hours of Kenneth's jabbering on about the history of 30 Rock, Kaylie can barely take it no more.

'Mr Kenneth, we have been round nearly all of the NBC shows and I am surprised that we haven't bumped into Mr Donaghy yet?'

'If you wanted to see Mr Donaghy there are only 2 places that you can ever find him and they are his office and the TGS studio.'

Kenneth begins to steer off his original route and revaluates his direction in order to locate Jack for his guest. Stopping in his tracks he halts.

'Actually there are 3 places; the other is Ms Lemon's office.'

As Kaylie racked her brain, she recalled the name; she knew she had heard it before now. Suddenly it occurred to her, Jack's file that she read in her meeting with Jeffery Weinerslav.

'Who is Ms Lemon?'

'Ms Lemon is the head writer of TGS with Tracy Jordan.'

'This is a private tour; I would expect some additional information...Kenneth'

'Certainly Miss, TGS is in its 5th season here on NBC and we are very excited to be celebrating its 100th episode this Friday. Truth be told, we didn't think we would make it to our 100th show as TGS generates only 3% of NBC's income. My theory is that they forgot to cancel it?'

'I was referring to further information on Ms Lemon and her relationship with Mr Donaghy'

'Oh, I am sorry, well, Ms Lemon is Mr Donaghy best friend in the whole wide world; some folks think it's funny that she is his best friend and not his wife Avery Jessop of NBC's Nightly News. Also an interesting fact: Mr Donaghy and Ms Lemon used to be married...to each other.'

She recalled back to the rushed meeting she had with Jeffery and scanning a set of notes about a meeting that took place regarding his marriage to an employee. She had just assumed it was Avery Jessop. In fact it had referred to his marriage to an Elizabeth Lemon. Was this perhaps something she had overlooked?

XX

On entering the TGS studio and just as Kenneth had predicted Jack is standing shoulder to shoulder with Liz as they watch the rehearsals from behind the podium.

Turning to face Kenneth, Kaylie bluntly puts it.

'Kenneth, this is the end our tour, I have reached my destination, please except this money as a tip for your help and as an incentive for you to leave.'

Taking the money from her hand Kenneth is confused as this was normally his parting statement after his tour.

'John Frances Donaghy'

Kaylie has no fear in interrupting his conversation and makes a bold statement in using his full name in order to grab Jack's attention.

'Kaylie no middle name, which has no dramatic effect Hooper'

'And you must be the ex Mrs Donaghy?'

Kaylie holds out her small hand to shake with Liz. Liz had been fully briefed by Jack on who Kaylie Hooper is and her intensions.

'How about you call me Liz'

'What are you doing here Kaylie?'

'Well Jack, I thought it would be interesting to know what a day in your life would be like, See what you do and who you spend ALL your time with. You know giving it a test drive, see if I like it before I put on my driving gloves?

'Children and woman are not allowed to drive cars and you're both, so good luck with that'

Jack rests his hand on Liz's lower back signalling to her that he wants to move away from his conversation with Kaylie. Jack then presses harder which moves Liz forward whilst Kaylie shouts out to a retracting Jack.

'Me and you Donaghy, we are having lunch today'

Still with his back to Kaylie and with his free hand Jack signals that he is on for lunch as more than anything he is intrigued as to know what she has planned for him.

XX

Sitting in the Everyone Dining room, Kaylie has deliberately picked a secluded part of the restaurant to have her conversation with Jack. Watching the entrance she can see Jack enter and the waiter has informed him of his seat.

Kaylie holds out her hand to gesture to Jack to sit down. He thinks to himself for someone who is so young she is very mature for her years. He can't help but feel a little proud of her and hopes that his daughter too might be this cocky when she is a teen.

'Jack, let's cut to the chase'

'What is it that you want Kaylie?'

'I know that my Grandfather has unofficially named you as his successor but that's not going to stop me from taking your job Jack. I want you to step down from the position and let me be the next CEO of this company'

Jack sits leaning over the table with a smug smile, knowing that there is nothing that will stand in his way from becoming CEO and certainly not because some teen simply took him out for a delightful lunch.

'Not going to happen'

'In that case Jack, I'm ready to play hardball I'm ready to take you down...oh excuse me waiter, can I have a coke float? Can you put some cherries and some cream on top too? Jack you want anything?

Jack ignores the question and continues to listen with interest to hear what Armageddon she has planned for him.

'Sorry, where was I? Yeh, I'm ready to buckle you, sensor you helpless and after all that I will bring you to your knees and have you begging for me to take the position.'

'How is it that you intend to achieve this little lady?'

Jack's growing intrigue makes him think about Kaylie and her relationship with her Grandfather. He known's that she has his ear and that she is a great influence over his decisions.

'Well on my tour today, I kind of got to thinking. Why is it that Jack Donaghy spends all his time and efforts on a show that generates only 3% income? Is it because he wants to increase the revenue or you're interested in increasing the viewing figures or was it something else?

Jack is sitting forward and is cool as she hasn't yet cracked it.

'Sorry, I meant to say, or is it some-one?'

Jack is sat silent in his chair; she now has his full attention.

'Next Friday at the end of 100th episode of TGS, I want you to announce that you will be stepping down from the CEO position and name me as your successor. In exchange I will guarantee the security of TGS and most importantly, what matters to you most. I will let you keep your Liz Lemon'

Taking a deep breath his decision is made in an instant.

'You have a deal'

XX

The atmosphere in the studio is electric the crew are running around changing the set during the last commercial break. Liz waits to signal Kenneth for his queue to enter with the cake which is a 3D construction of Tracy and Jenna's heads. Liz is excited that her fantasy of stabbing their faces with a cake knife will soon be realised.

Pete signals to the cast to take their positions on the stage so that the audience at home get to witness Tracy and Jenna cut the cake and wave their goodnights. Once the live audience has left the studio the real celebrations can begin.

The group are huddled around the cake and make cheers with their champagne flutes. From the sideline Jack and Liz can see Kenneth wheeling in a three tired cake and Frank has taken the microphone to say a toast.

'Ms Lemon and Mr Donaghy on behalf of the cast and crew here at TGS we wanted to say a big thank you. Liz, you are the brains behind the show, you are our workhorse, you keep the sketches cleaner than we would like but the standards high. With your ability to pull humour from your own life experiences, such as they are, is remarkable and it keeps our viewers laughing. Jack you are our back bone. You provide the show with support and without your commitment to keeping us on the network we wouldn't be standing here today.'

Liz and Jack can hardly believe the heartfelt speech from Frank. Frank passes over the cake knife to Jack and Liz. Looking at each other they wonder who will take control in cutting their cake.

'Come here Liz'

Moving his arms around Liz she can feel him against her back. She knits her hands through his and they cut the cake together.

Kaylie has moved her way through the crowd and is now standing in front. Just as Jack releases his arms from Liz's frame he notices Kaylie and realises it is now time to make his announcement. Kaylie joins the group in chanting for the two to make a speech.

'On behalf of Liz and me, we too would like to say a big thank you but enough with all that sappy crap. I have an announcement to make. Hank Hooper recently named me as the next CEO of Kabletown.'

The crowd give out a big cheer and whoops can be heard from down the corridor. Jack is unwilling to relish in his moment because he knows now it's not his.

'Silence, everyone. I have decided to decline the offer and I will name Kaylie Hooper as my replacement.'

Collectively the group let out sighs of disappointment. Jack is quick to walk off the stage and Liz is not too far behind him. Pulling on his arm she manages to pull him around to face her.

'Jack, what happened? You told me a week ago you had the position and now you're not taking it? Instead you're letting some kid take your position, a position that was meant for you. I don't understand Jack.'

'Liz, I made the right choice and I am happy with my decision'

XX

The party is in full swing and the cast and crew are dancing to the TGS house band that is playing some of their season hits. Jack looks across the room to see that Liz has resurfaced after changing into her party dress. She is dressed in a LBD with a sweetheart neckline that leaves her shoulders exposed. Jack finds it hard to focus on anything else and so gives in to asking her for a dance.

Offering his arm he leads Liz onto the dance floor. He places his arm on her lower back and carefully takes her hand in his.

'We've never danced together before Jack'

Looking down to answer her in a whisper

'There are a lot of things that we haven't done together '

Their movements are so minimal that they fade away until they stand stationary on the dance floor. They stand spellbound in their position holding each other until the other dares to break the moment.

'Jack, why don't we go upstairs to your office?'

XX

Liz closes the door behind her and watches Jack while he makes his way towards his liquor cart where he pours two glasses of Scotch to which he passes a glass to Liz.

'I never thought I would learn to like this stuff? I think this is a sign that we spend too much time together Jack'

'Nonsense Lemon'

Clinking their glasses they inhale a deep breath and take a long sip. Liz is the first to break away from her drink as she is eager to question Jack about his announcement downstairs.

'Jack, I wanted to talk to you in private because I know you're not being honest with me about your declining of Hank's offer'

Liz waits for a response but instead of the waiting she continues.

'Jack, it's me, you can tell me'

'Lemon, why can't you accept the fact that I am happy with my decision'

'I'm not buying that. Kaylie must be blackmailing you; what is she is holding over your head? What is she hanging you with?

Liz is getting more and more tired of trying to crack Jack.

'Listen to me, this position of CEO, it means the world to you. Ever since I met you, it's like you had tunnel vision, your goal was always to succeed no matter what. This is what you have always wanted Jack, so forgive me when I can't accept that you would give up your lifelong dream of running this company.'

'Lemon this company was once great and even with me as CEO I can't save it'

'I don't believe you'

Liz can see Jack is starting to show signs of the pressure of her questioning; she will only have to push him once more before he reveals the real reason.

'What can be MORE important than this?'

'You'

TO BE CONTINUED