Hidden Memories by Robin Allen

Author:Robin Allen [Unknown]
Language: eng
Format: epub, mobi
Tags: love, romance, campaign manager, political mystery, race, PR, political thriller, art, campaign, election, Retro, voting, politicians, relationships, suspense, governor, thriller, scandal, friendship, multicultural, painting, secrets, Politics, lawyer, love triangle
Publisher: Samhain Publishing, Ltd.
Published: 2015-12-22T05:00:00+00:00

Chapter Twelve

The 100 Black Women of Atlanta, a high-profile organization of successful, professional black women, hosted quarterly lunches as well as an annual conference that drew people from all over the country. Sage had relinquished her position as vice president of the local chapter but was still active in the organization. Today, as mistress of ceremony for the “Rising above the Corporate Ladder” luncheon held at the Omni Hotel, Sage introduced the featured speaker, Georgette Frazier, who drew the audience to their feet with her keen observations and funny quips about corporate life.

When the luncheon was over, Sage spoke with several members, chatting about the speaker’s presentation and local events. She heard some of the rumors circulating through town about a city council member who was being investigated for taking kickbacks.

The hotel ballroom was almost empty by two o’clock as the women returned to their offices, newly motivated to reach for the next rung on the slippery corporate ladder.

Sage waved goodbye to the president of the organization as they were leaving the ballroom. “See you at next month’s meeting.” Remembering that she’d left her cellular phone at the office, Sage headed toward the bank of telephones to call Marika. She dropped a quarter in the pay phone and was dialing the number to her office when Edwinna tapped Sage on the shoulder.

“I need to speak to you,” Edwinna said.

“I’m on the phone,” Sage said with an unfriendly glare, turning her back on the other woman.

“I have something to tell you,” Edwinna insisted. “Something you should know.”

Ignoring her, Sage finished her conversation with Marika, who reminded her of her appointment with a real estate agent later that evening. She hung up the phone, then headed toward the parking garage elevators. Sage rounded the corner and almost bumped into Edwinna.

“I need to talk to you,” Edwinna said, standing in front of the elevators.

Sage eyed her suspiciously. “I’m not interested in anything you have to say.”

“On the contrary,” Edwinna insisted smugly. “I think you’ll be very interested.”

“Look, Edwinna, I don’t have time for your games,” Sage said in the crisp warning tone mothers use before disciplining their children. The elevator door opened and Sage stepped inside.

“Ramion must have told you about our evening together last week,” Edwinna said, her hands planted on her hips. Her voice was loud and emphatic, a clear broadcast to anyone standing near.

Sage swung back around to face her nemesis. “What are you talking about?” She stepped off the elevator just as the doors closed.

“I spent the evening at Ramion’s last week.” Her lips twisted into a predatory smile. She laughed, dramatically touching her chest. “We really enjoyed ourselves. You know what I mean,” she said, her implication clear.

Sage moved closer to Edwinna; their faces were only inches apart. She could smell the woman’s perfume. “If you spent the evening with Ramion, it hasn’t changed anything between us. We’re still getting married.”

“I don’t care about you marrying Ramion. I don’t mind sharing him. After all, I had him first. We’ve always enjoyed a satisfying relationship.

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