Page 38 of Simply Irresistible
“I could say the same thing about you,” she said.
“Yeah, well, the difference between me and you is that your boss recognizes your work.”
“He may not admit it, but your boss recognizes your work, too. He has to since you’re the one doing his job. You could run that magazine-”
“I don’t want to run the magazine.”
“I know you don’t, but you could.”
“What’s with all the women in my life getting on me about my job? First Hannah, then you.” I was starting to get pissed off.
“Because you hate it?”
“Yeah, so let’s not talk about it.”
“I just think you can do so much more, and you’re settling for whatever reason.”
“How is what I’m doing any different from what you’re doing? I want to write, so I’m working my way into the industry. Same as you.”
“But you’re not writing, Ty. I’m still designing—doing what I love—while I work for Brianna. You’re just working for Roger. You’re not doing what you love.”
“I grill. I enjoy grilling.”
“Then write about it. Start a blog or something. That could help get you in the industry as well. I can’t tell you how many fashion bloggers Brianna hires on a freelance basis for the magazine.”
The idea had merit...but I didn’t know anything about starting a blog. Did guys even blog? Hell, I probably had some kind of non-compete clause in my contract anyway. It was no use.
I blew out a breath, then groaned. Adulting was difficult. “I don’t know.”
“Then write something and give it to Roger.You’re the Manwould really benefit from some lifestyle features like food and exercise.” It wasn’t the first time she’d suggested that.
“I agree with you, but if you think Roger would accept a recommendation from me, or better yet, an article, you’re nuts.”
Melanie’s shoulders slumped in defeat, and I felt bad, but it didn’t change the facts. Roger would never go for anything I suggested.
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Melanie
“I can’t believe you’re going to Paris,” Meredith’s voice crackled across the line.
I stuffed a few pairs of pajamas in my suitcase and smiled. “I know, it’s like a dream come true.”
“It’s like you’re getting to sample everything you’ll experience when you’re a big-time fashion designer!”
“It’s crazy, Mer, because not all the designers at these shows are big time. Brianna has an eye for the underdogs. There are a lot of designers who are fresh out the gate at these shows. It’s really neat to see.” I pulled a couple pairs of leggings, three tunics, and a sweater out of my closet and set them on the bed to fold. The magazine was shipping clothes from the sample closet to Paris for me, so I could pack light, which was great because that meant I’d have plenty of room in my luggage to take all my Paris purchases home.
“Even more reason for you to share your stuff with her. If she appreciates new designersandshe appreciates you, then voila. You’re golden, lady.” Couldn’t say I hadn’t thought of that myself.
“I know. I’m just not ready yet. It’s too crazy a time right now and my news would just get lost in the chaos of Fashion Week. I think I’ll say something when we get back.”
“Good plan. You’d just better do it.”
“I will, I promise.”
“So, how’s Prince Charming?”
“Ugh,” I groan, adding some socks and underwear to my suitcase. “Why are you calling him that?”
