Forgotten by Kristin Smith

Author:Kristin Smith [Smith, Kristin]
Language: eng
Format: epub, azw3
Tags: YA Fantasy
Publisher: Clean Teen Publishing, Inc.
Published: 2017-01-14T16:00:00+00:00

23

SIENNA

Zane’s plan is simple really.

Two months ago, his father received an invitation to attend the AIG’s annual gala. It’s a big event, a fundraising opportunity, and anyone who’s anyone has been invited. When his father received the invitation, Zane didn’t think much of it, and of course assumed his father would be the one to attend. But now, if Zane can convince his father to let him take his place, I will accompany him, posing as his assistant.

We are working under the assumption that my father and Trey will be there too, but just to be certain, I put in a call to the AIG facility to confirm their attendance. When the receptionist answers, I say in my most polished, professional voice, “Good morning, I’m calling from Senator Raoul’s office. We never received confirmation from Trey Winchester or Brian Phillips for the gala in a few days. Will the two of them be attending this event?”

The receptionist stalls a moment, probably looking up an old document that will show she did, in fact, send confirmation for the two of them. “I’m sorry you didn’t receive it, but I sent the confirmation on July twenty-fourth. They will both be attending the gala and bringing a guest.”

“I’m sorry to trouble you. Must be a mistake on our end. I’ll be sure to update the system so there are no problems that night. Have a good day.” I hang up and smile at Zane. “They’re going.” Tilting my head in his direction, I say, “Your turn.”

Zane hasn’t spoken to his father since he left over a week ago. And he certainly hasn’t told him about his called-off engagement. But with emotions still running high, and unresolved feelings of betrayal at the forefront of Zane’s mind, this conversation will be a difficult one. I stay beside him on the couch to offer moral support, just like he did for me.

With the Lynk against his ear, Zane stands and begins pacing the floor of the motel room. “Hello, Father,” he says when his dad answers. He listens for a few seconds and says, “Yes, I’ve been meaning to call you. Remember that gala you were invited to a few weeks back? Were you planning to go?” He listens, his eyebrows drawn together. “How would you feel if I wanted to take your place? It might be a good experience for me, you know? As the future owner of the company.”

Zane is hitting his father right in his soft spot. Mr. Ryder is probably thrilled that Zane is contemplating taking over the company, despite everything he’s learned the past few weeks.

“That’s wonderful, Dad,” Zane is saying. He gives me a big grin and a thumbs-up. “I appreciate it.” Then there’s a pause. “Arian? No, she’s not here. She decided to stay at a friend’s house.” Another pause. “Sienna will be my plus one, Dad.” Zane glances at me before turning his back and speaking in a low voice. “I understand. But you don’t have to worry. We’re only friends.

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