Making friends with a Prince / Psyre Prince ( Open )

Dwem was just so happen to be wondering around as a friend mentioned a place he just might check out. Dwem was always the curiously nosy sort so he would just have to do that. After all, as not like he was actual up to much at the moment. Apparently his friend heard Dwems remark of wanting to be of use to of someone and seeking a bit of guidance in doing just that. Dwem was not exactly seeking a job. As like, he needed a job. For the most part his family was very well off and he was simply doing the writing for self respect and to get known as the after affect was the money later down the line as per say.

Walking out from the House Dwem took along his lab top and his brief case his friends got him for his last birthday. Taking great care of it, Dwem was proud of the thing. Getting in the car Dwem gave the temporary driver while his normal one was driving around his friends to finalize the arrangements for the party.

The car took off along the street and seemed to head off in the direction that Dwem did not consider this place might be. Taking out a file Dwem was reading up on this Company, as they seemed a very much widely diversified Corporation based mostly as he considered Security, Think Tank slash perhaps Clean up specialist. Thinking back there was a few Dwem figured he might consider paying someone to clean up for him.

Dwem wanted to try something that would force him to grow as well as for a bit of excitement in this rather dull life he led at the moment. As the car went along the North Heights heading south as Dwem looked out the Window Dwem saw the differences right away but made no sign of giving it much notice. After several moments, Dwem got out of the car and took out a card that his friend gave him.

PsiCoven's Strategic Operations Corps (SOC) printed along the card as Dwem felt the car come to a stop and he looked up at the building. PsiCoven Strategic Consulting was an interesting name of which Dwem was becoming a bit more interested the closer he got to the place. The door opened up as he stepped out and headed up to the building. Looking around at the buildings in the area Dwem was starting to consider them as he wondered if they owned the place when he recalled reading that they were leasing at the time being.

Perhaps he could get a position as a think and shaker of sorts. Laughing inside at himself Dwem walked up to the entrance as he saw fracken guards everyplace. Dwem stopped for a moment to consider the Set up while smiling at the armed guard as he took out his Hakaisha. The automatic pistol was in a Grey Ivory and black pearl decorated grip. Along the side of the gun belt were extra places for eight round clips for the gun. Placing them where the guards instructed him to. Noticing more guards Dwem figured this place was looking more like his Mother’s Company more and more by the minute.

Looking up at the Guard Dwem introduced himself.

“Johnythn MacFarlane Herikawaz as Raith Publishing House and Herikawaz Defense Industries. I was told by a good friend I might just want to come around and introduce myself to Mr. Psyre Prince or as I would be so grateful to give an introduction that I wish to see him if his time allows it. “

Taking his time as he walks along as he wondered how long it would take to get to see the man if at all without much of an appointment. Looking back as the guards seemed to consider him oddly after having to scan several times by their machines until he was proven clean enough to come in. Dwem simply falls into place with a group as they were going along some sort of tour of the place explaining everything. However, it seemed there were signs of plenty all over the place here. Dwem could get lost and go wondering around for Hours on end. Dwem smiled listening to the pretty ladies as they gave him a snack and some other munchies. Watching the Decision Guides as they explained they were Virtual Information Specialists. Dwem listened to everything they had to say and teach about this place.

post 1, / 755 WC

It's becoming quite strange just how much time I've been having to spend at the Center over the last few days, dealing with the commercial for two days and now back again with Jasper Andrews and one of my Senior Neutralizers, Syx. Syx is planning on taking a more mentor role over the new, incoming Neutralizers and since he and Jasper have been working together, I figure Jasper can help him in handling things here by overseeing security. He's proven himself to be quite useful thus far, so I figure I'll let him continue that here and it'll give him a bit more routine to things while livening things up a bit. While walking, I address Syx and indirectly Jasper, "Syx, I need a new Head of Center Security since the last one asked to be reassigned. Apparently, the conflicts that occur when rival gang members looking to get bigger paychecks run into each other have worn him out." Syx looks over at Jasper then responds to me, "Jasper. He's more valuable to you and himself if you allow him to head the security and response unit here. I'll still be here to supervise him, but this could be a great assignment for him and help get us more disciplined talent." I look over at Jasper as we're passing into the lobby, "Is this what you want too?"

At the entrance detectors, the lead guard runs the name and confirms that he is legit as a picture comes up. He calls over the walkie-talkie via his earpiece to find out if I am still in the center and one of the roving guards responds confirming that I am still in the building. The Help Desk responds that I am entering the lobby area from the east wing. The Lead Guard tells someone to get my attention as I have a visitor who wishes a word. One of the guards approaches me as the Lead Guard escorts Mr. Herikawaz over to the Help Desk.

When the guard reaches us, he would wait to ensure that no one is speaking before getting my attention, "Excuse me, Mr. Prince, you have a visitor."

370 words

Working with Syx and for Mr. Prince had turned out to be a more lucrative deal than I originally expected, not to mention the fact that it was exponentially more rewarding than working for Jinto had become as of late. Speaking of Jinto, I had been able to keep him strung along for the time being by having my underlings collect my payments and make my deliveries on time while I took some much needed 'family time' to deal with Trinity and her recent promotion. As far as my former employer was concerned, I would be returning to work for him after the weekend, but that wouldn't be happening.

As of this morning I had decided to sever my business arrangement with Jinto in favor of working as an independent contractor for Mr. Prince and his Company. I was making the same money but the hours were better and the job itself was much more interesting. There isn't much in this world that I hate more than being bored out of my mind at work and with Jinto, doing the same thing every day and seeing the same customers week after week, I was depressingly bored with my daily life.

Walking around the PsiCoven Information Center with Syx, my supervisor of sorts, and the boss, Mr. Prince; I half listen to the conversation while familiarizing myself with the Center. Thanks to the handy dandy skills that came with this cyber upgrade I am also sending the information to the cell phone in my pocket just in case I forget anything, of course everything is in my own personal form of shorthand that only I will be able to easily read just in case someone else was ever able to hack my phone and get around the locks and other security features I added to protect the sensitive information contained within.

When the two men walking with me mention needing someone to take over the position as Head of Security here at the Center, I allow myself a brief flash of hope that they would choose me for the honor. Immediately after the flash of hope, reality returns and takes over so by the time my name is mentioned and Syx officially suggests me for the position I am genuinely flabbergasted. As Psyre directs the question to me, I am not sure what I should say. Turning to look at him with a half smile and a slight nod, I figure "I would be honored, Sir." will have to do.

Before the conversation could continue much longer, a guard approaches us and takes advantage of the momentary silence that falls between us. Evidently the boss has a visitor, though to have one here seems kind of odd, I assume he arranged it this way to maximize his time and efficiency since he was planning on spending time at the Center already today.
481

Last edited by Dwem on Thu Jul 02, 2009 6:33 pm; edited 1 time in total

Dwem was most pleased with the affiance of the place as he took in everything. After all the whole idea of a writer was to gather and utilize information as they see fit in their work. Looking around Dwem attention, I gained, as it seems a security guard wanted Dwem to fallow them to the help desk. Dwem continued to take every opportunity to look at something and check out anything along the way. Dwem heard his name a few times as it seemed they were going off to get their boss. Most likely as perhaps he was lucky enough to meet the head man as soon as after arriving here.

Taking out his portable hand held planner and computer Dwem plays around with it for a minute to look over his loosely aligned schedule for the week of so. Dwem watching the lead guard considered them for a moment before getting back to his thing before placing it away.

Dwem finally spoke to the guard.

“So, how do you like the place as well as your Boss Mr. Prince? I have not heard much other than a bit of rumor here and there. Figure to get an idea. I know you would never speak ill but one can always see from the reaction of someone not the actual words of the reaction from the person. It is the how the persons choose to respond. Would you consider agreeing Sir? “

Looking around Dwem seemed relaxed as this seem to be a very tightly led operation in every aspect as of so far. Dwem look at anything and everything along or near enough to see from the help desk, he was lead to. Dwem made sure as not to get caught even checking a female going by towards either direction if they caught his eye. Dwem hoped that he was actual able to help out or at least at best learn something from them along his relationship with this Organization. After all, he would hate to have waste this man’s time pissing him off before he really got to know the man.

353 / 755 = 1,108

OOC - let me know if I should adjust a bit and let me know what you have in idea as a plan?? Anyone.

I nod to Jasper and tell Syx that it is settled then. I smile at both of them and tell Jasper that this is not going to be an easy position as there are minor skirmishes at least once again, but nothing too serious since the second week when there was a retaliatory attack against one of the people wishing to learn more about becoming a Coordinator. "From the security footage, he shows great promise for field coordination and the guards protected him which allowed him to truly understand the bond of PsiCoven Security Force. There is going to be a very apparent difference between SOC and Security Force. We are coming into our own and it is time for us to expand to have our own private security company that handles problems that require a very... special touch. This is the beginning of everything that I have planned for us. Jasper, tell me something. You came to work for me because you wanted more. What is it that you want now or for your future? I was once taught that every action we take must be for a purpose. And don't worry, I won't be offended if you tell me that you plan to start your own security firm. Think about that for a second." I chuckle before finally acknowledging the guard. "What do you mean a visitor? No one should even know I stopped by. What do they want?"

Guard: "A word with you, Mr. Prince."
Me: "A word? Who are they?"
Guard: "His name is Johnythnn Herikawaz of Herikawaz Defense Industries and Raith Publishing Company."

I look at Syx and remark, "Now that is a combination I never thought I would here. Someone who works for a defense company and a publishing house." Syx tells the guard to escort him over and let him know that he has fifteen minutes. Wasting it is not a good idea. The guard nods and walks over to get Mr. Herikawaz.

The Lead Guard looks at the young man rather unsure of what was being inquired about, "Mr. Prince takes damn good care of all of us here. Gives us a place to stay and a purpose. There's not many employers out there like him. A lot of us are from the Lower Commons and you can say that we didn't always walk the straight and narrow path. He still gave us a chance." The other guard shows up and nods to the Lead Guard. "Well you have a good day, Mr. Herikawaz." The Lead Guard returns to the entrance. The escort guard looks at him and relays Syx's message as tactfully as he can, "Mr. Prince has granted a brief audience with you. My grandmother used to tell me, "make the best of the time you have." That was good advice." Once the guard arrives with the visitor, Syx thanks him and tells him that he can return to his duties so the guard nods before he returns to his roving patrol.

530/900

To say that this job isn't going to be easy would be an understatement. From my knowledge and experience, no security job is easy, not even when all you have to do is walk rounds through an office building after everyone has cleared out for the night. To be in the security industry means that you have taken on the responsibility to protect the building you are assigned to which includes every single life contained within its walls and every scrap of information right down to the yellow post it note in the trash can.

Being an older brother to two younger sisters, I was always taught that my main purpose in life (aside from living and being happy) was to protect my sisters from the evils of this world, whether they be bullies at school or demons by their beds. I failed at protecting Alexis but so far I had done a fairly god job of keeping Trinity safe and sound. Taking a job as a head of security would mean almost the same thing to me. It would mean that every person in my building on any given day would become my new younger siblings and would need the same level of protection I have shown Trinity. Of course I would never break it down and try to explain it this way to Mr. Prince, or even Syx for that matter, but I knew the responsibility that comes with this honor and I was fully prepared to live up to the position.

When Psyre starts asking his questions I am taken aback. I hadn't ever considered my own security firm. To tell the truth I wouldn't even know where to begin... but then again, this could be seen as a beginning. Learn the trade, the ins and outs of the business on the job here every day and then when it is time to move on, branch out on my own. That had been the original plan for my career under Jinto but the risk of losing everything and endangering Trinity was getting to be too high with that line of work. Up until Mr. Prince mentioned my future plans I had been in the wind. Maybe I thought that my contracting with him would turn into something more permanent that would allow me to keep the stability Trin and I have intact, this job offer would do just that, but I still wasn't sure where starting my own firm could fit in. I couldn't disrespect this man like that, not so soon after he gives me a break anyway.

"I'm not sure, Mr. Prince. I haven't given the future much thought lately. The thought of my own security firm hadn't really occurred to me. While it would be nice to be my own boss, I don't know if that is truly in the cards for me, at least not any time soon."

While we wait for the visitor to make his appearance, I think back over the man's words and wonder if I could ever lead my own team, or own an entire firm. I guess anything is possible if the right doors open.
527

While Dwem waits, he does not dare allow any of the time go to waste as he waited. Dwem was considerately pleased by what he saw as he slowly panned along a complete viewing of the nearby area. Dwem looking around patiently enough for the reply from the Lead Guard hearing the undertone of prospective pride of as well as a solid respect for this Mr. Prince. Taking in the view as Dwem decided the man knew exactly how to live the professional and respectable enough life. Dwem took in every detail as after all it was told him what Mr. Prince was all about after all. Taking in the details Dwem was listening to each one very intently.

Considering the rumors as the man was going nowhere but directly up in the Political and Economic scene. Dwem had heard man good things about him and his Organization as of so far. Including a few who were working under him.

Many of his friends and contacts thought highly of Mr. Prince and suggested Dwem get to know the man as to use him as an example of how to better act and grasp a hold of live and truly live. Deems friends cracking on him to consider growing up and start responsibly acting right for once. With that man open offerings of praise about the man all of could not be a complete total exaggeration now could. A larger than life figure that was far more than what really was.

That did agitate him a bit but perhaps his friends were right as he could right himself and be of some use to this my while he found himself. A job is not anything he required, as after all he was stinking rich by his parents and slight bit of well informed investments. Al'right obviously insider trading but who was going to rat him out. His writing was starting to pay off at any rate. People knew who he was for his ability not his Mothers and fathers name sake.

Hearing the man speak up with a clear enough tone of pride and even more obviously intended tone of a mans honest respect for Mr. Prince. Dwem listens to the lead guards reply as he silently offers a patient review within his minds as he takes in how he says what he does. Then considers what he had to say to Dwem. A bit impressed by what he was hearing was even more impressed by the fact the man honestly believed what he said.

“I am grateful for your shared view and advice. Have a pleasant enough day. I meant no offense as a clear honest view of your boss as a man. I surely do appreciate your honest words about your boss Mr. Prince. “

Dwem smiled as he considered the escort guard as he listens to his message in return. Looking up then back at the guard Dwem, as he had to agree as his mother had told him something along the same line.

“Very smart man indeed I was led to believe was very true. I pray that wasting your Boss's time is the very least I wish as I would never wish to so gravely offend a respectable business man in such a disrespectable fashion I assure you. Time is a resource one can never reuse. Once gone, it is gone. I appreciate the respectable advice. “

Fallowing the escort guard Dwem m keeps up but makes an effort to look around as so he does not miss anything. When he show to where Syx is Dwem looks them over a bit before extending his hand to Syx as Dwem politely offers a slight bow.

“I hope I have not caught Mr. Prince at a bad time. As was wishing to speak with him of an opportunity I hope we can all gain from in various ways. I am led to believe he is the man I need to see in accomplishing my ends appropriately, as I wish. “

676 / 1,784

They bring the visitor over and he's not much older than I am which intrigues me. When he extends his hand to Syx, Syx looks at him. I shake my head and take the handshake for him. "You'll have to excuse him. He's shy when he first meets people. I am Psyre Prince, the CEO and Owner of PsiCoven Strategic Solutions. Let's talk in the office about this mutually beneficial proposal you have. You have good timing as I don't regularly come down to the center, but with the commercial, I've had to spend more time here. This here is Syx, he's my former bodyguard and the new Head of this center. This is Jasper Andrews, my new Head of Security here. Jasper, would you like to sit in on this?" I had asked because I know Syx isn't a fan of these things. He's a "man of action" more than anything else. I wasn't completely sure about Jasper though. Once we make it to the office, I would offer a seat to him. One of the attendant walks in and hands me a large smoothie from the Bajam in the food court. "My nutritionist has me drink these at least twice a day." The attendant asks if he wants anything. Once he answers, she would leave and the door would slide closed behind her. "So what is it that you would like to discuss with me, Mr. Herikawaz?" I heard of the defense company that his family owns, so I didn't mind taking the time to meet with him. Still, I am curious about what they would wish to offer me and what I could actually do for them.

301/1201

OOC: This one is short b/c I have to go eat breakfast so we can leave for the beach. My bad. Busy weekend.
Koala: It's your choice to sit in on the talk between Dwem and I or you and Syx can tour the grounds and all that stuff.

Sizing up the guy that is lead over to where I wait with Mr. Prince, I first notice that he doesn't look like the kind of guy one would typically see around this place, then again, I suppose the same could be said of me. I stand politely silent while Psyre handles the introductions all around and ends with asking if I want to sit in on the meeting. Ordinarily I wouldn't accept the invitation for fear of imposing, but since I was still considering what Mr. Prince had suggested about possibly having my own security firm someday and hearing that this visitor was tied to a defense industry firm; I was extremely interested in hearing what he was all about.

Sending a glance toward Syx to see if he appeared to mind me joining Mr. Prince and his guest, I would only follow them if my 'handler' didn't seem to care. I understood Syx not having interest in these sort of things, but I couldn’t deny that I was curious. Keen observation could help me pick up some pointers that would aid my break into the leadership part of the business.
192

(( OOC - only if you forgive if I rant. lmao ))

Dwem offers a respectable bow to Mr. Prince before lead on towards where intend to have this talk at. Dwem fallowing them listens to them intently as he considers what they say, as he seemed to be a very busily jumping man of recently it appears he was always like that. Dwem looked around as he fallowed them to Hearing what he said about the handshake simply bowed slightly towards Mr. Syx.

“Please forgive my gesture Mr. Syx. That’s understandable Mr. Prince as would hardly blame him. I do not hold any insult against caution Mr. Prince, as it is a pleasure to have to meet each of you as I hope to come a respectable acquaintance in good time perhaps a trusted colleague or friend. In all good time. “

Listening to the introduction Dwem offered a warm smile to each one as they were introduced. Fallowing them to the office where Prince said they would have the meeting at as Dwem figure so they would not be interrupted by anyone.

“I was raised as not to waste time. I pray you do not consider this a waste of time Mr. Prince. You know one normally regretted later and end up wasting more of it being all concerned about the time you have already wasted. Regret in on its own is wasteful then again. “

Taking an offered seat as Dwem considers Mr. Prince as he takes the smoothie. Dwem intently considers the prospect and smiles slightly again to the offer from the attendant.

“Yes please a cup of tea if you please. I much thankful for the offer. “

Looking back at Mr. Prince and waits for when he was completed speaking to Dwem.

“Yes, I came here out of advice from a friend. I made a few inquiring request about you with my Mother who seems in her own way impressed with you sudden but respectable appearance on the stage as she calls it. Perhaps they had seen this commercial and were advising me from what he knew of your organization. I was told I had to come myself in person. I am lead to understand you are heading places and I wish to be of some service or at least learn of my place to be of some service to your plans. I am at pass in my life where I wish to be of some service and my Family thinks I am not yet capable of being of any use as of yet to the Company. So, as to me money not being a motivating factor what so ever. I want to get involved in a sure winning situation. After all, I do not believe in gambling for life is enough of a risk of and on its own. I believe I would like to learn a bit here and prove myself as well as gain a deserved amount of respect as up to now I am not given. If you would allow the hindrance of a lesser apprentice in your field of play Mr. Prince. However, I will do my best to not be accountability rather an asset to your Company. “

528 / 2,312

Listening to the man speak, I gather that he wants to work as my assistant. I believe I studied this in school. Rich kid is forced to work for nothing in an industry of their choice in order to receive their inheritance. The problem is that PsiCoven is moving quickly and I wonder if I could... no, there are aspects of my business that are kept private from everyone. I respond, "Hmm... I see. Well first, tell me what you believe your primary skills are and what exactly you want to do with your future? You can ask Jasper here, I am very concerned with what those working for me have planned for their futures. If you only plan to do what you are told, I can make use of you, but I doubt it will be truly fulfilling. PsiCoven trains leaders and while it is true that you must serve before you can lead, I like the service to be towards leadership. You are aware that PsiCoven has three major divisions you can say. There is the Corporate Strategy Division, the Strategic Operations Corps, and the Security Force. My company is growing and diversifying. Which division do you think you would find the most fulfillment in and why?" Those were the fundamental questions that would tell me quite a bit about him. I would also be paying attention to his body language and posture, his tone of voice, and how comfortable he seems with his answers. I take a sip of my smoothie again and smile at its deliciousness as I await his answer.

After he finishes, the attendant would be waived in with his tea along with milk, honey, sugar, and extra hot water. She would tell him that since she wasn't sure what kind of tea he wanted, she brought him one of my personal favorites called Purity as it's green tea leaves soaked in pomegranate and acai berry juice then mixed in the bag with dried pomegranate and acai chunks, jasmine, ginseng, natural B vitamins herb leaves. The pomegranate and acai makes it a great way to detox your system and keep your body healthy while giving it a really good taste. Once she finishes the explanation, I smirk and nod to her. She has such an impressive memory. She bows respectfully and leaves out. Syx was by no way thrilled to be here, but he too needed to learn some of the finer points of negotiations like these, so he remains and he knows that it would be useful for Jasper. Syx "knocks" on Jasper's mind so that they could communicate silently. Syx has been working on his subtle use of his power and boy did he find a good time for it. Syx would speak into Jasper's mind once, "All you have to do is think about what you want to say and I will be able to understand you. Do you understand?"

513/1714

Dwem looks up at Mr. Prince and smiles as he intently considers the options given him. Listening to what he had to say and all. Dwem was not risking taking anything the wrong way or risking giving Mr. Prince the wrong idea or impression of him. Dwem repeated to himself in his mind focusing. Good impression’s now. Make good impressions.

[b]“I’ll be honest as for a Mooch who lives off his family’s massive wealth I am an odd ball in some ways. I am not afraid of work nor earning the respect I will earn in time. I Have lived a life of ease and simple means long enough as educating myself while I travel and worked with my mother’s Company and seeking a career as a writer under a two fake pen names as also at the University. No degree but a whole lot of various credits including Engineering and Archeology as which include demonology and the occult. I have plans for my future but I do not see why one cannot do more than one thing at a time. At least as long as it does not compromise the obligation to the other. As I have gone through life in an all attempt of educating myself. I was on a fool’s mission once to learn about Spirits and Demons ever since I was a young child. Have you ever seen strange thing in the shadows or have heard thumps in the night. Well, I see them and more. ”

Leaning forwards smiled but a soberly serious.

“ Would you think me crazy to say I saw a spirit when I was a child and more recently at the temple. Strange one that one was for sure. Multiple Personalities as I think her name was seven if I recall correctly Mr. Prince. I have told my friend and family but I understand you might have a need for that sort in you service. Even though the shrink my family sent me to and the Government explains off. I know as when I was a child seeing those shredded up bodies I know better. It changed me in many ways, as I am not yet as sure as for the better or worse. I am not one of the normal sheep and I can feel it deeply inside all the way to my bones.“

Dwem raised his head looking up at the others with a considerate glance in the direction of Syx and jasper. Looking at them for any sign of their opinion of how he was doing them towards Mr. Prince himself.

“ I must confess I am not a real physical type but I dearly hate it when people underestimate me. At least in the aspect I will not stand my ground when I am faced to with little other reasonable option remaining to me. I will defend myself and whoever I am sworn to serve at the time as honor demands of me. I am a thinker, troubleshooter and problem solver and as I hope, the phrase is not taken the wrong way. A Bard. I have variously diverse uses but I admit as I am far from being among the prospect of any way Mastery of any particular skills such as yet. Research and development could be another as another option. “

With his elbows on each arm of the chair rest, him Dwem rests his chin upon them as he considers what he was asked. Taking a deep breath as he releases it slowly and calmly. As a well educated man as it was with Dwem he took his time to consider the option’s carefully so as not to get this wrong or put it in the wrong context of by his replies. Looking up Dwem smiles as even though he is a bit troubled in choosing where he was to go.

“ I must confess that Corporate Strategy seems my cup of tea as a thinking type. I am open to assisting you where I may be needed as after all why limit my options in any way of my ability to serve your plans and needs. After all my skills could be put to use in many various way Mr. Prince. I am a Bard. Jack of all trades and Master of none. As for a start, I could be of use to you now as a Press Secretary or public relations. I know you are solid with your intention being honorable. I feel my connection among the press would be of greater use to but do not limit me to that. I want to prove myself as being an asset of some worth and give my all to whatever is asked of me. In time, I will learn more and be able, be more flexible in fulfilling other needs you may ask of me. Money is not my incentive, as I want to know I am not simply wasting my life Mr. Prince if that can be clear enough or explained more clearly of my resolve. I am looking for my place in life. It is as simple as that. Give me a chance and I assure you failure is not something passed down in my family Mr. Prince. No cost to you in any way and an all win situation. If you not happy with my service I simply fade away and never to trouble you again but I assure you I will even then be an asset to draw from there is need. ”

Dwem paused long enough to allow Mr. Prince to respond accepting the tea with a thanks and show of appreciation to the young Lady with a slight respectable smile. The whole time Dwem was putting on his best professional face in an effort to present his best self as his father told him to do. Dwem was thinking positive to himself as so not to appear weak in any way. Not all too sure how had done until Mr. Prince spoke to him after he was finished.

1,011 / 3,323

Filing into the office with the other three men, I watch the visitor closely as if trying to figure him out. My mildly curious expression intensifies upon hearing the explanation of his visit. In my mind it didn't really make sense for a rich kid to walk in off the street and ask to be an apprentice to some man he's never even met before. Also, if his background is with a publishing house and a defense industry company, wouldn't it make more sense for him to apprentice in one of those areas first? While I was silently observing the conversation between the young man and Mr. Prince, I tried to keep my face passively blank, but when Syx's voice enters my head I lose focus and can feel the dumbstruck expression break through for a moment.

Regaining my composure, I listen to what the man's says into my mind and think a simple "Yes, I understand" in response. While waiting for his next mental message to come, and hoping that I don't show my shock the next time around, I listen to what the visitor says. If Syx continues to listen to my mind I am sure he will almost be able to hear the internal snort that preceds my thoughts. 'Is this guy serious? Talking about depending on his family's massive wealth and then in the same breath claiming to not being afraid of work. Must be nice. Writing under two pen names, Engineering and Archeology studies, sprits and demon studies... is this guy serious?'

Listening to him continue on, I can't help but wonder if it really takes this many pointless words to answer a simple question posed by Mr. Prince. Just because he can see spirits and demons doesn't necessarily mean he possesses any skills in dealing with them. I wonder what he would do if he ran into a demon on his own in a back alley somewhere in this city. Probably try to shoot the damn thing with a puny little handgun and then piss himself when he found out that it doesn't do much. Which is yet another reason why I chose to learn blade arts rather than focus on the use of guns. A headless demon is no longer a threat, which is more than I can say for a demon with a bullet wound, if the bullet even hurt the thing it certainly wouldn't kill it.

A laugh is suppressed when the young man admits that he isn't exactly the physical type. What a shocker there! Even from where I am sitting I can see that his palms aren't calloused at all, hell I would even bet that they are as soft as a baby's bottom. Even my bartender sister has rougher hands than this guy. When he moves on to admit that he thinks Corporate Strategy is more his cup of tea I am forced to agree with at least half of that. The Corporate side maybe, he seemed like the type who could follow directions and file reports well enough, but based on what I have heard from him so far I didn't really see where Strategy entered his mental ballpark in any way. Unless of course that strategy was to talk out of his ass until everyone forgot what the original question had been asked... which is almost what he accomplished here.

Oh wow... A bard? Isn't that one of those people you can play on Realm 2.0 with the high school geeks and the guys living in their mom's basement? Jack of all trades, master of none... that doesn't make him sound very capable to enter the corporate world. You don't see many of those guys climbing the business ladder. Press secretary? Public Relations? If I was the head of a company I wouldn't want this guy serving as my public figure and certainly not in charge of every press release we send out. But I am not in charge so the decision does not lie with me.

At some point during all of this reaction to the young man I had forgotten about Syx being able to listen to my thoughts... was I broadcasting all of those opinions? God I hope not. I was pretty critical of the visitor and probably out of line in a number of areas. Thinking purposely toward Syx I inquire, 'you didn't just hear all of that, did you?'
738

Regardless of the amount of training he has had or the years that he has lived, Syx has not lost his sense of humor and internally he is cracking up laughing as he listens to Jasper go off about this guy. Now Syx didn't care for him too much either, but Syx knows that I am one who finds a positive outlook with anyone. Responding telepathically, "Yes, I heard you and you're f'n hilarious, man. Psyre will find a place for this guy though. That's just Psyre. You cannot convince him that he cannot make anyone great. After listening to him speak though, he rambles too much for the Prince's tastes. I can see it in Psyre's eyes." When Dwem looked over at Syx, he would see a smile on his face. Honestly, it's from the internal laughter caused by the Jasper Comedy Fest over there, but it looks genuine enough.

While the two knuckleheads are going back and forth, I listen to the young man and jot down some notes. The best thing about a touch pad mouse is that I have learned how to manipulate it using telekinesis without anyone knowing what I'm doing. What's even better is that if I tap the lower left corner of the pad, a keyboard appears on the screen for me to be able to input commands, it's excellent. I decide to do a search for some of his nonfiction work so I could know if his writing is more concise than his speaking. Considering his education, I figure that he would work well in Research and Development. I just don't see the Corporate Strategy Division working for him. Also, with his family connections, he might be able to come up with some useful concepts. On the flip side, I don't have an adequate knowledge of his ethics and moral character to know if I can trust him to be in the research and development department as how am I to know that his family's company isn't sending agents out to different companies to steal corporate secrets. I could always assign someone specific to him, but I guess there would be no need for that if I start him off slow. When the search comes up, I click on the link and read an excerpt from one of his recent pieces. It actually got good reviews and he seems to be improving. Good to know.

I add that to my notes and nod to him. "I believe I can help you. I will start you off in the Press Department as a Release Writer. As PsiCoven plans to release new services and such, you will cover it and write up an expose to inform the masses. I like what I saw from your last book and I figure you can do well in that capacity while I learn more about you. After I am satisfied with what I've seen and heard, we can discuss letting you work in the R&D department as well or figuring out if there is another way to really help you make an impact. In the meantime, I want you to work with the current Spokeswoman for PsiCoven to improve your public speaking. You have the obvious demeanor of the wealthy and as they are our primary client base for bigger projects, I will come to need another voice to speak to them when I am away. One of your primary duties will also be keeping PsiCoven informed of what's going with other companies by attending unveiling and press release parties or social functions that I am unable to attend and some of them you will attend with me. Not all of these events will be parties though as some of cocktail mixers, seminars, conferences and the like. I do not always have time to make an appearance at them so you may be called upon to go in my stead. Do you think you can handle that? Writing press releases and attending functions of other companies and organizations." I turn to the computer and send an email to start the background check on Mr. Herikawaz and Herikawaz Industries and this Raith Publishing House. It would be time to get a dossier on the defense company updated as well as start one on the publishing house so I could know who I am dealing with.

760/2474

Dwem’s hopes seem to dim for a bit as he considers the responses from each of the other expressions. Listening as Dwem knew he had said to much as it was a nervous habit of his. Then as he heard the response from Mr. Prince himself in considering, where he starts out with his Organization. Dwem had to smile a little at least. He informed Dwem he would start out as a Department as a Release Writer.

Dwem heard about PsiCoven plans to release new services and among other services. Informing him that Dwem would be the one to cover it and write up an expose to inform the masses. Hearing he would be consider for an opportunity to help in other areas such as R&D and other such areas. Dwem catches the remark about working with their current Spokeswoman for PsiCoven to improve his public speaking.

Hearing from Mr. Prince the listing his duties and requested assignments and what not Dwem takes out a hand held like computer and starts recorder what Mr. Price was telling him as especially his requested assignments. Dwem looked up and considered everyone with renewed serious expression on his face and deeply enough in his expression including his eyes.

“Yes, Mr. Prince I think I could do this quite well. Though as I have been starting to inquire into whom among my fellow writers as which to consider friend and foe. I refuse to take any form of pay as it robs any credibility what so ever you may be attempting to gain. An untainted neutral perspective is always best and does go further in convincing people you are credible and worth taking serious. Sign me on as whom I appear to be and allow me to keep my Pen names separate, as it will allow Lenjia Kawasaki to serve you better without me losing my credibility as well as Writer. I am after all a son of a Publisher after all. I do ask you forgive my big mouth. I get nervous some times. First, we see who would see you fail and then find out who our friends are Mr. Prince. I intend to earn your trust not a paycheck as I have money enough so no sweat there. “

Taking a moment to consider the others as he was wondering about the expression on the woman for a bit but it vanished as quickly as she expressed some sort of surprise. Dwem braced for Mr. Prince to speak but he had hi hopes.

422 / 3,745

The first reaction is simply a smile. It is the only thing my body will allow me to do because this scene looks so familiar to me. Though it is in reverse, I remember so very clearly sitting across from my uncle, Antonio, and asking him to give me a chance. Like Johnythn here, I was not hurting for money as regardless of our differences, Donovan would not let me go without. After the moment of nostalgia or deja vu passes, I respond to him. "If you want to earn your family's respect, then you must show them that you can stand on your own without their money or influence. Continue to write under your pen names for your pleasure, but you should work as yourself and you should be compensated for such. Show them that you can take care of yourself and you will have their respect. I will pay you and should you decide that you wish to continue to live off of your family's wealth, then you can simply reinvest your paychecks into PsiCoven or Herikawaz stocks. Thus you are work for free in the present but building some added financial security in case you want to undertake a private venture in the future." Looking over some things, I tell him that his first assignment will be to attend a political function. "There is a new candidate running for district office here in East City with the ambitions of running City Council one day." Now that I think about it. Perhaps that would be a truly beneficial concept for him... we'll see he works out with these lower level assignments. The candidate's name is Samot de Frenco. Your pass for that event will get you some time to chit-chat with him. That function is tonight and I cannot make it, so if you're serious about this job, don't be late to it. Now if you'll excuse me, I need to get back to my office. If you want a desk, let me know and I'll set you up with one at my office. Here's my card. Call my secretary if you need me." With that I would get up and head out.

- EXIT RP -

386/2860
Boss JC 5/5 (1250/1250)
EXP = 1610 x 1.05 = 1691
PWC = 2860

Updated Psyre

Dwem listened to what Mr. Prince had to say, as he was being openly frank with Dwem as he offers him some advice. Dwem was not going to throw away a lifeline from his parents but he wanted to find a place worthy of his time, patience and creative know how to assistance as much as he could. As over time Dwem would prove himself and be able and capable of doing more than he was at that time or at the present.

Dwem listened about his acceptance of allowing Dwem to work for free for now as something about building up an investments. As Mr. Prince explained as thus you are work for free in the present but building some added financial security in case you want to undertake a private venture in the future. Then you can simply reinvest your paychecks into PsiCoven or Herikawaz stocks. Considering this as perhaps he was wanting Dwem to consider buying some stock in the company, which would give Dwem a greater incentive to work even more harder for Mr. Prince.

Hearing of his first assignment Dwem was eagerly taking up his small hand held Computer as continued to write his notes of what his assignment was to be. Apparently there was a function of some sorts as he considered what he was being told. Listening Dwem placed a reminder to research the man a bit more as not knowing the name all too well. However, Dwem knew the name from some pace nonetheless. Noting to better research the prospect for both PsiCoven or Herikawaz stocks and what could be done to improve their strong continued climb in the stock market.

Listening to Mr. Prince Dwem picked up on the assignment, as a candidate's name is Samot de Frenco was planning to run for the City Council one day. Considering that there quite a few who say they will but the power controlling currently in office usually convince them in their own way not to waste their time running. Dwem recalled one was blown up in his car and another family was gunned down as the man was allowed to live and regret who ever which Councilmen considered his a threat worthy of their attention. Dwem was surprised, as his first assignment will be to attend a political function. Not the more challenging idea of a mission but one he would do his best to prove himself by his above par performance. Perhaps he could get his family involved in giving this man a helping hand if indeed Mr. Prince found him considerably worthy enough to garner his valuable attention.

Looking at his schedule Dwem was sure it was clear of any obligation as he watched Mr. Prince leave the room after dismissing himself. Getting up himself Dwem went to the hall to be escorted out as Dwem looked at the information to be sure he knew where he was going and as not to be late. Making his way out Dwem got started in preparing for his new jobs first assignment.

(( Exit RP ))

510 / 4,255

Updated Dwem

Jasper Updated by Kyro

» Match Making
» Making a mark
» What's one more between friends?
» Moving into the new office (Psyre)
» Friends Sleepover: That Morning