There were two things in this world that Bo would never understand: selfie sticks and how Tamsin and Evony could had been able to be in relationship for five years before breaking up two years ago.
The two women were both strong, sadic, ironic and...well, to full of themselves. Tamsin in an almost innocent way, but Evony...gods, Evony Fleurette Marquise was a shark in business. A femme fatale of nowadays, a wonderful woman with the attitude of a tiger. Everywhere a good deal could have been signed, she was there.
In some ways, Bo thought, Nadia and Evony were slightly similar. They both wanted a lot of money, they both aimed to the top.
But that Nadia-princess-bitch-of-the-year didn't care about her employes, or the people who rented her locals. She didn't care to show her professionalism, and how much she cared about her work.
Evony, on the contrary, did cared about being the best, and not just the richest. She only hired the best staff for her clinics, she spent a lot of money on the latest equipments and she made sure her clients would enjoy every single part of the services she offered.
Bo didn't always appreciate Evony's arrogant and egocentric attitude, but she had to admit it: that woman really knew how to be a boss, rewarding those who deserved and dismissing those who tried to mess with her.
That's why that woman represented a good opportunity for Lauren. But Bo wouldn't make a move without talking to Lauren first.
When the blonde showed up to the pub next day, Bo decided to take advance of the few people to talk with her.
She grabbed Lauren's hand and dragged her to the kitchen, ignoring Kenzi's advice of "don't play twister near the fryer."
When the door was closed Bo took Lauren in her arms. "Woah, Bo, eager?" the blonde husked before kissing her slowly. "I've missed you...it has been a long day yesterday...I don't like my bed when you're not with me."
Bo had to make an effort to keep it together and to resist to Lauren's delicate hands, snaking under her shirt.
"Mmmmm...Lauren...wait..."
Lauren grinned and kissed her neck, teasing the pulse point with her tongue. "You want me to stop?"
Bo's knees trembled dangerously. "No..." But an inner voice told her to stop.
"I mean, yes. I wanted to talk to you about something."
Lauren pulled away, slightly concerned.
"Don't worry, honey, It not a bad thing," Bo quickly reassured her, smiling and caressing her face. "But first...Did you find something yesterday?"
Lauren shrugged. "I called three hospitals, two private medical offices and even a pediatric clinic, asking if they organized internships. But the answer was the same: the courses were already started and they were fully booked."
"Perfect!" Bo smiled, without paying attention to her words. When she met Lauren's questioning look she quickly raised her hands. "I mean, no. It's not good. But it's positive. I mean...gosh I suck."
She put a hand in her hair, frustrated. "Ok, please don't get it wrong, Lo. But I know this person...she's a 'friend' of mine. She has a lot of private clinics all around the country and she opened her second one here in Toronto, a few months ago. And I know she needs new doctors. She's...well she's basically a bitch, but she's also very professional and I'm sure she needs a genius like you. So...I called her..."
Lauren frowned, listening attentively to Bo. "You called her?"
Her face was enigmatic, and Bo didn't know if she would get mad.
"I told her you're a doctor, and that you need to work. And she accepted to meet you, but only if you're okay with this."
Lauren didn't say anything, she just stared at Bo.
"Lauren I want you to know that I'm not trying to intrude in your life. I know how much you want to build your own future, and I know that we know each other from little and theorically I don't have the right to tell you what to do."
Bo's eyes widened as she said those words. "NOT that I would ever tell you what to do. You're a free woman. And...I'm embarrassing myself."
She sighed, not noticing Lauren slight smile. "Anyway, if you want you can meet her and talk about this. You're not obliged. You decide."
Bo bit her lip, waiting for Lauren's answer. The blonde looked at her with intense eyes before placing a light kiss on her lips. She hugged her and laid her head on her chest.
"Thank you, Bo. You're not intruding in my life...you...gods you're amazing. So caring, and good. I will definitely talk to her...what's her name?"
Bo smiled and kissed the top of her head before pulling away and start cleaning around. "Evony." she said casually.
Lauren almost fell on the ground. "Evony, like Evony Fleurette Marquise!?"
"Don't name her out loud!", Tamsin yelled, appearing in the kitchen and greeting Bo with a not-so-gentle pat on the shoulder. She lowered her voice in a whisper, faking a scared look. "She could appear from the trash bin."
Tamsin smiled sarcastically and went to the two large fridges. "What's for dinner Bo?"
Bo heavily closed the fridge, before Tamsin could reach the food.
"Tamsin, how many times I told you to not come in the kitchen? Customers can't be here!"
Tamsin scoffed and pointed to Lauren. "Why is she here then? BoBo do I have to remind you that having sex on the counters is against every elementary hygienic law?"
Bo raised a finger, ignoring Lauren's laugh.
"Don't play cop with me"
Tamsin looked at her feet. "But I am a cop." she murmured before walking toward Lauren. "So why are you naming the dark queen? Sauron would be impressed from her dedication to evil."
Lauren shivered. "Is she so bad?" Her eyes darted in between the two women, now really worried.
Bo pinched Tamsin's arm before pointing her attention to her girlfriend. "Evony is...particular."
"Yeah, particular is not really the right word to describe her.", Tamsin snorted before dodging Bo's punch.
"Tamsin, Lauren is looking for a work that suits with her medical degree and Evony agreed to meet her and talk about a possible career in her clinic. So, please Tamsin..."
Bo grabbed Tamsin's face, looking at her with killer eyes and a not-so-reassuring killer look, "Could you please stop scaring her?"
Tamsin freed herself from the grip and smiled to the other blonde. "Oh, that's okay then. She's good with her employes, she won't let your big brain escape from her clutches."
Lauren sighed in relief. Tamsin was always honest, in good and in bad. "Thank you...But why do you hate her so much?"
Tamsin gave Lauren her best I-don't-give-a-shit smile and made her way for exiting the kitchen.
"I don't hate her, Doc. Let's say I wouldn't mind to see her playing water balloon with a bunch of angry gremlins in a sealed cage."
Tamsin disappeared behind the door, humming casually a song.
Bo hugged Lauren from behind, resting her chin on the blonde's shoulder.
"What is her problem with Evony?"
Bo nuzzled her nose in the golden locks, tickling Lauren. "They were together. Long story honey. Now let's get you something to eat."
…
It was eight in the morning, and Lauren spent the night at Bo's. She had brought with her a bag with the clothes she would wear for the job interview, so that she could directly go to Evony's clinic, the morning after.
She had opted for an elegant and tight black tailleur, but it was hard to reach it since Bo was covering her with her strong body.
The brunette had the bad habit to sleep spread on the mattress, holding on everything her hands could have a grip on. And since the cushions had been threw somewhere during the sex marathon of the last night, Bo wrapped her body around Lauren's.
The blonde slowly picked up Mephistopheles and put him under Bo's arm. The brunette loosened the grip and stirred before wrapping tightly the poor cat, whose eyes widened as he gradually disappeared under Bo's body.
Lauren giggled and looked for her bag, not finding it. She then realized that she might left it on the couch. She wrote a note to Bo, telling her that she would call once finished, and added a childish amount of hearts on it. Then she walked in the living room and took it with a slight smile before turning to the bathroom.
A tall and strong figure emerged from it, taking her by surprise. Since it was obvious that it wasn't Bo, and that Kenzi wasn't so tall, Lauren yelped and started to hit the figure with the bag.
The figure soon wrapped his arm against the blonde, blocking her. "Lo, it's me! Stop!"
Lauren recognized the voice and stopped abruptly. "Dyson! What the hell!" she whispered angrily.
Dyson smiled to her, his face reddened with shyness as his hand went to cover his boxers.
Lauren looked better at him, suddenly realizing that he was in his underwear. "Why are you here? And why are you almost naked?"
He started to stutter before Kenzi's voice, from the bedroom, reached them both.
"Wolf man, could you bring me a double cereal portion? I swear you consumed the last gram of fat mass I needed to survive. And maybe...a bagel? Yep..bagel is good."
Lauren stifled a laugh and turned her eyes. "What? We talked." Dyson grumbled, shifting his weight uncomfortably.
Lauren looked at the ceiling and gave him a knowing look. "Yeah, you 'talked'."
Dyson laughed. "Where are you going doc?"
Lauren playfully gave Dyson a spank. "I'm going to get a job."
…
The clinic was really impressive. A tall, ultra modern building on which, in refined font, was written 'Morrigan Corporation'.
Lauren ran her hands on the tailleur one last time, adjusting her look before entering the building.
The main hall was full of light, decorated with expensive and modern furniture.
Lauren approached the tall dark haired man who was sitting behind a minimalist white desk, slightly bored.
When the guy saw Lauren, he licked his lips and stood up, giving her a slight bow.
"Can I help you?"
Lauren smiled politely to the attractive man and extended her hand. "My name is Lauren Lewis, I-"
The man nodded and started to walk in the direction of a golden metal door located down the hall, away from the elevators and all the locals who brought in the various departments.
The blonde struggled to follow his quick walk, while he kept talking without looking at her.
"You have an appointment with Miss Marquise. You're early, she'll appreciate it. Keep your personal life away from her, don't try to question her music tastes and everything will be fine, honey. Good luck."
He knocked twice and opened the door, leaving Lauren alone. She silently entered the office, looking around curiously. That place was magnificent, full of art pieces and exotic plants.
The leather chair turned facing her, and Lauren watched in awe as Evony approached, wearing a black short dress.
That woman was really frightening, Lauren thought. She wasn't surprised at all of the fact that only a strong person like Tamsin could handle her.
Evony looked amused as she stopped right in front of Lauren. "Oh, honey, don't look so excited. I thought you were...how do you say...intimately involved with her."
Lauren frowned. "Well, I-"
Evony laughed and motioned for her to sit on a white leather chair in front of the desk. "Don't be scared, sweety. I just like to play with food."
She sat on the desk and crossed her perfect legs before smiling at Lauren. "So, I had a really nice conversation with Bo the other day. She told me you're a very talented doctor."
Lauren flushed. "Well...actually after the abilitation I didn't find a job and I gradually moved away from this kind of career."
Evony raised and eyebrow. "And what did you do?"
"Worked in my father's shop."
Evony giggled. "And why should I give you a chance in my clinic? Wait, let me reformulate my question..."
She stood up and started walking slowly around. "Why should I give you a chance to work in ONE of my RENOWED clinics?"
Lauren felt her heart beat hard against her chest. She was scared, and she started to get angry at Evony's arrogance. Lauren did her best to look adamant and stoic. She was not going to let Evony offend her.
"Miss Marquise, I know I'm far from being the professional figure you're looking for, but I know my abilities and I chose to give them the importance they deserve. And most of all, I chose to give a lot of importance to my dignity. So excuse me if I won't let you make fun of me further, but I really have to go now. I have a job to find and I don't have time for silly games. Have a good day."
Lauren stood abruptly and reached for the door, but Evony -snorting loudly- stopped her in her track. "How dramatic. What are you gonna do next, call your fairy horse and gallop to the horizon? Sit. I haven't finished."
Lauren just looked at her until the other woman, raising a hand, invited her to sit.
"Please?" Evony added, bored.
Lauren sat again, sure that if Evony would start again with silly jokes she would have left definitively the office.
"Bo told me many things about you. She said you're incredibly smart, talented and that you're a very strong and concrete woman. And I don't always meet people like you. As a leader of one of the most important environments in medical field I have to face hords of spoiled ass-kissing preppies every day. I didn't built my empire on this kind of crap, that's why I need strong people. Doctors and researches with attitude. With balls. And you have balls."
Lauren couldn't believe what she was hearing. Was she really offering her a job?
"Well- as forming part of the female gender I'm pretty sure I don't have testic-"
Evony rolled her eyes. "For God's sake, you have attitude! I'll put you on test. Dr. Everett will be your mentor in your training. You'll work in a lab, so I'll make sure you won't kill anybody. If you'll survive without making us explode, you'll do a little apprenticeship in the general medicine department and then -only then- you'll work on your own."
Lauren's eyes filled with happy tears, but Evony ignored her.
"Here's your contract. Read it attentively and come back here tomorrow for your signature if you want to join us. Otherwise, good luck with your next work in a fast food."
Lauren took the documents in astonishment. "You had already prepared the contract?"
Evony looked at her casually. "Yeah, I don't like to waste my time. I know Ysabeau, she would have never called me if it wasn't worth it."
"Then why put on that 'I like to play with food' stupid show?"
"Because I'm a winner, and I can do whatever I want here. Be correct with me, and you'll be just fine. Try to fuck with me and I'll hire somebody to kick your ass from here to the exit. Have a pleasant day, sweetheart."
Lauren took her contract and silently exited the building. She waited to turn the corner to explode in a victory dance.
'Oh, Bo. You're so going to get lucky tonight.'
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A.N: I know I sound monotonous but thank you for your reviews and support! It's good to know that many people found it entertaining. That's all I want.
So...til the next chapter! I will busy starting from tomorrow. If I can find some time, I'll write as soon as I can. As always, feel free to write your thoughts, good or bad :)