The Interview

[Pennyfield]

Ames Research Station, Kepler, Independent Worlds


The gin-tonic helped to ease of that 'dose of excitement' which she had. It had always bothered her that this always came back when she least needed it. She had heard stories of 'The Doc' and even though some were obviously over the top the stories of a charming fellow with a positive yet business mentality now proved to be most accurate.

As they talked about her previous experiences she felt a certain calmness come over her. Could it have been the gin-tonic or was it merely the sincerity and the easy way of rapport building? Suffice to say she felt at ease and found her determination to join MedForce strengthened by this meeting.

And then the Doc asked her on what she was thinking thus far and only when he mentioned expectations and benefits she realised this was going well.

"I am very positive that you trust me to make an impact on your pharmaceutical division, as am I certain that with a good team of pharmacists and pharmaceutical engineers I can improve the medications while not competing with Cryer. In fact, even though my non-disclosure agreement with Cryer has ended I have a lot of good contacts there and I'm sure Cryer is willing to help out where their profits aren't jeopardised."

She took another sip of her gin-tonic and watched the Doc ponder for a moment. He was a striking figure to say the least, well-groomed, fashionably dressed but not overdoing it. His eyes we're speaking of trust and determination and at that moment she was even more determined she wanted to work for MedForce Enterprises. She quickly added:

"Doctor, I would love to work for you for I have the solemn belief that I can be a welcome addition to your enterprise and when you agree with this let us talk about me working for you"

Her 'excitement' seemed to be a million years away as she finished her sentence. Yes, this was a next step into the future, her future whichever way it may go. And as she looked into space out of the large windows the Universe seemed at peace, and she felt at peace too. What a great gin-tonic that was.

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