Todd was in awe. This was his place? Wow. Frankie's didn't look like Frankie's anymore. The bar was completely redone, the center bar was still there, but was more modern, the old stools were replaced by shiny red leather to showcase the bar's sports theme.
Todd decided to turn Frankie's into a sports bar, college bars wasn't as popular as they used to be. Sports were always a huge money maker, but he did have a stage for bands to perform whenever the season was off for football and basketball. The contractor he hired was pointing out the various changes he made.
"As you can see, I got rid of most of the booths. I widened the gaps and lowered one side of the bar so anyone in wheelchairs can sit comfortably to order drinks or to sit on the bar. There are new tables present, the new chairs will be coming in a few days."
Todd nodded, he missed the old Frankie's, but it was time for a change. He was pleased to see there was now two wheelchair ramps, one in the front entrance, and one near the emergency exit. He knew Suzanne will easily be able to maneuver inside, he already seen the washrooms. All had a disability stall with every toilet having rails, plus every toilet, sink, soap dispenser, and hand dryer with built-in sensors. He was up to code, especially since he found out what happened at Fowler Manor. The building inspector checked out the wiring and simply told Todd to replace some old wires, which Todd immediately replaced. Now that he was almost ready to open, he and his friends were coming in to help him decorate. He had tons of sports memorabilia to hang up. Good thing he still kept his autographed Charles Barkley jersey, he was planning on hanging it up beside the bar. He only had a week, the grand reopening was happening soon, with a new name. Wilkins's Brewery.
"Looks great." Todd knew he would be in debt for years, but he knew it was all worth it. Especially since he finally had another place to live, it was near the trendy Sweet Valley Heights. It was perfect for Todd, it was quiet, had a elevator, and was bigger. It was perfect for Suzanne, he made sure he got a two bedroom just in case she spent the night. When his phone rang, he excused himself. "Hello?"
"Todd?"
"Hey!" Hearing Andrea's voice, his heart started beating faster.
"I have good news. You have been selected for one of the tapings!"
"What?! Really!" Todd wanted to jump up and down. But didn't, instead he waves his fist. Andrea told Todd her bosses was impressed his bookings, his band, the one Todd hired, was trending on social media. Todd didn't think much when he uploaded the footage, but he didn't expect Dana to comment on Twitter about them. Now that band was in talks to get signed. Unfortunately, that meant they were out of the running for the contest, but there were several bands and singers that needed exposure. If Todd did a good job, that meant he was entitled to free advertising and exposure for the bar. And if he wins, there was a million dollars for him. It was a win-win situation. "Okay, I'll come sign the papers. Thanks." Yes! He called Winston to tell him the good news.
'Mom, Dad, everyone. I did it!'