Holt's Holding part two (The Holt's Series) (17 page)

“Julie, I don’t hate you, never have. This was partly my
fault too. I’m glad that that we both have the chance to walk away from this.
No harm no foul Julie”

Laughing she repeated my last words.

I walked out from the apartment and through the hall. I
laughed at the Elevator and walked by to the stairs.

I took them down to the lobby and stepped out to Brady’s
Hummer parked on the side.

Opening the door and climbing in, I expected his reaction
to my hair along with multiple questions.

“So, you really are doing this?” he grinned pulling from
the curb.

“Yes. I am Brady. If you had a chance to see into the
future and know the outcome of your choices, the ripple effect those choices
would cause. I believe you would think twice before you act. That’s precisely
what happened to me this morning. I allowed myself to truly see and feel the
ripple effect.”

“I suppose your right. You are the genius here. ” He laugh,
yet I saw the disbelief in his expression

I pulled a grin on and shook my head to his comment.

“Yes I am,” I added

We drove to the Agency going over a few minor details of
how to play this out. Not knowing the end result was new for me. Therefore, we
would let things fall where they would. I didn’t care that they were taking
over the agency as that was how I had set it all up from go.

We parked and walked to the lobby of the building. Mr.
Leiber was very aware all this time who I was. He was my old friend and playing
his assistant was no longer the plan.

“Good morning Lillian.” He offered as I walked in.

“Good morning Foster. Is everyone in the conference room?”

“Yes, just as Brady instructed, all the suits from both
sides are present.”

“Good. I think it’s time we introduced them to whom they
are dealing with.”

We walked past Security and Peter smiled the biggest smile
to date. Peter had originally worked for my Father years back. He meant a lot
to me and I always made sure he was where I needed him to be.

“Good morning Elizabeth.” He added to his grin. “It’s nice
to see the girl I once remember.”

“It’s nice to be me again Peter.” I replied as we made our
way to the Elevators.

We entered and Brady hit the fifth floor. As that was where
this charade was meeting.

The doors opened, as I spotted Sam. Her eyes caught Brady
then fell to me in shock.

“Holly shit!” She gasped.

Walking to her, I grabbed her arm gently.

“I’ll explain later. Meet me at Pickles after work.”

“Ugh…ok?” She was shocked, but grinning knowing something
big was about to unfold.

I released her and watched how Brady looked at her. He was
in Love. He just didn’t realize it yet. I would have to set out and make sure
he stopped denying it.

“Are you ready for this?” he turned to me.

“Now or never Brady.” I walked past him offering a smile.

Walking to the double doors of the conference room, I
dropped my belongings with Lisa, the receptionist.

Reaching down to the handles, it was now or never.

Deep breath in, and I opened the doors.

“Good Morning gentlemen. Thank you for your patience as
traffic was a bitch.” I smirked and spotted both Sebastian and Charlie.

“Please stay seated. Let’s get things moving,
 
I have a lot of things that need my attention
today.” I offered in a cool strong tone.

Brady closed the doors behind me, as we both moved to the
opposite end of the conference table.

Sebastian shook his head.
 
He looked amused with the sudden knowledge.

“I don’t understand, I thought we were acquiring this
agency thru Vision Holdings?”
 
He offered
in question.

“You are and I own Vision Holdings Mr. Vaihn. I was
liquidating this agency from my holdings company, as I am no longer interested
in the advertising world. It’s run its course for me. I’m sure you can
understand that motive.” I grinned looking between him and Charlie.

“Wow…this certainly is an interesting turn in events.”
Charlie sat back laughing.

“By the way thank you for the coffee this morning…very
thoughtful and admittedly you make a very good cup of coffee. I’m sure Foster,
the senior editor would appreciate it as it doesn’t nearly compare to the one I
make.” I laughed.

“You were a brunette this morning…Holly shit, I didn’t even
put it together.” Charlie shook his head looking at Sebastian.

“Well gentlemen it seems we should move on with this last
formality. Elizabeth has signed all the necessary documentation and it has been
filed accordingly. Congratulations as you now have control of the Agency.” He
turned to me and grinned.

“Well, it seems we’re done here.” I turned from Brady then
back to the Vaihn brother’s whom still had shock written all over their faces.

I stood up from the table and placed my hands down. Still
grinning. I hadn’t won anything, yet I felt like I was on top of the world.
 
I couldn’t help myself as the words were
about to explode from my mouth.

“Sebastian, Charlie…let me leave you with one piece of
advice. Always know your opponent and well. Placing wagers blindly will never
baud well to your favor as the house always has the advantage.” With that, I
looked to Brady who didn’t know how to respond, he simply grinned and shook his
head.

“Brady, love, I’m starving and I’m sure they all know what
they are doing so let’s leave them to it.”

“You’re the boss.” he stood up and nodded to all in the
room.

“If I may add just one thing; you have an incredible staff
here. I’m sure they won’t disappoint; as I did my best selecting them.” I moved
to the doors and opened them with Brady in suit behind me.

“Well that was painless,” Brady smirked.

“Indeed it was…painless” I laughed.

“Elizabeth?” Charlie followed us out.

 
Turning around to face
him I offered, “I prefer Lilly”

“What game or you playing now?”

I walked up to him standing no more than mere inches from.
He was so tall and the scent of his cologne was heaven.

“No games Charlie. No more games. You’ll thank me later.
I’m sure of it.”

Trapped in his green eyes; sent my emotions reeling thru
the dream. It would be all too easy to fall for him right now.

He cocked his head and pursed his lips for a moment.

“And what games would you be referring to Lilly?” he
grinned looking down at me. Yes, those eyes had me trapped. His ever seductive
and dangerous eyes.

“You underestimate me and perhaps even yourself Charlie. I
know you. I know you well.”

“Do you now?” He smirked “Do you want to test your
confidence?”

“Another game Charlie?”

“Are you afraid Lilly?” he grinned

“No, but you should be Charlie…you may just discover that
you have a heart” I pushed up to his body; slowly moving my face to the side of
his. His body stilled and I felt his breath hitch. Placing my hand to the other
side of his face, I kissed his cheek slow and suggestively before pulling back
down.

Releasing my hand from his face; he swiftly grabbed it and
moved it with in his suit jacket; forcing me to feel the strength and perfectly
tone body, pressing it firm over his heart.

“No fear Lilly as I do have a heart” he grinned looking
down to me.

“I didn’t need an introduction to your chest Charlie. I’m
very well aware of how tone and sculpted you are under your clothes.”

“I don’t see how your imagination could compare with
reality”

“Oh Charlie…Don’t say I didn’t play fair.”
 
Grinning the memory of a vending room on Prom
night flashed before me.
 
“I’m very
aware, if memory serves me correctly, I’ve had an introduction,”
 
Laughing, “Vending rooms certainly have their
appeal don’t they Charlie.”

“What the fuck is going on between the two of you?”
Sebastian stood watching in shock.

“I would love to hear the answer that question as well?”
Brady added. “Vending rooms?”
 
Brady
looked to me.

“Nothing” I turned to Sebastian. “Nothing yet” I added as I
walked to Lisa who was holding my purse and bag.

“Did you fuck her?” Sebastian accused Charlie.

“No.” he responded and laughed amused with our play.

“Charlie?” I turned to him, “I’ll be at pickles; your
sister knows the place. If you intend on playing games we can pick this up in a
more suited place. I’m afraid your interest is standing to attention.”

“Son of Bitch!” he turned shaking his head. His arousal was
more than telling threw his suit.

Catching Lisa’s expression, her eyes had definitely caught
sight of his intentions. “Holly shit she mouthed”, unaware that I was watching
her.

She looked up to me and grinned. “Have fun with that” she
laughed shaking her head in disbelief.

Leaning to her: “I plan too, just don’t tell him that.” I
whispered.

I walked from her grabbing Brady’s arm. He looked down to
me and laughed.

“What are you up to?” he asked as we walked to the
elevators.

“I have no clue…but I’m just taking a chance for a change.”
I kissed him on his cheek the way a sister would her brother. “I suggest you do
the same.”

“And what does that mean?” he looked down to my constant
grin.

“You’re in love with Sam.” I stepped into the elevator. He
said nothing but grinned then looked to me.

“How did you know?” he responded the moment the doors closed.

“I’ve learned one truth and that is when you truly open
your eyes, and I mean really open them; it’s amazing what you can see.” I
slighted my head and grinned from ear to ear.

“You must have had one hell of a dream last night!”

“I did Brady.”

“So what are these important matters that need your
attention?”

“I’m going to buy a new car, and then I’m going to my house
in Parkton. I believe Nana is there dealing with the delivery guys.”

“The house is done?”

“Yes, the use of occupancy was issued about a month ago.
I’ve been decorating. I’m planning on moving in this weekend.”

“Are you ready for that? It’s a big step for you.”

“It’s time Brady. I’m finally ready to go home. It’s time
for me to let go and truly start living.”

He reached over and hugged me.

“It’s about damn time Lilly. I’m not sure what changed for
you but I’m so glad it has.”

“Brady…you’re squeezing me. I can’t breathe.”

“Sorry” he let go and we stepped out from the elevator.

Walking thru the lobby, I stopped and hugged Peter.

“Thank you for always looking out for me.”

“Oh, Lilly you’re like a daughter. It’s my pleasure.” He
smiled and looked to Brady quizzically.

“Don’t ask Peter, I have no idea what the change is.” Brady
raised his hands up.

“You never question a horse with a gift in its mouth,”
Peter offered.

Releasing Nana from deliveryman duty, allowed for her to
pack the fridge and start baking away. The house was so much more than I
remembered, not even the dream could compare to the reality.

This was a good start to life. My Life UN planned.
 
I had the mover’s empty my room from the
apartment. I left a blanket and sheets on the bed for Charlie, but I was sure
he wouldn’t be staying there.

Julie was good with me moving out, as she didn’t need a
roommate after all. Surprisingly, she was good with letting the vendetta she
held go.

We even laughed, when she gave me low down about the Office
and Charlie’s reaction. Apparently, he was more than frustrated with the entire
experience. She said that Sebastian was quick to call it a draw on their wager
regarding me. Sebastian said I was an off limit and their bet was invalid for
that reason, but he also had conceded that Charlie had his hands full if he
attempted any pursuit of me.

I had found it interesting that Sebastian would fold.
 
I was always of the understanding that the two
played fiercely and never backed down from any challenge.

Julie had offered her advice, along with a warning. Though,
she had brought this to my doorstep, she was convinced that her brother was too
much for me to handle. She was actually remorseful and very certain that he in
the end would bring me nothing but pain.

Still thinking on her words and my dream…he had brought me
a level of pain in my dream that essentially opened my eyes. Having to remind
myself that it was nothing more than a dream was hard.