Page 39 of For the Lover in You
Before I knew it, five minutes had passed, and Susanna and I sat in the two chairs across from Tremaine. I had my notebook in my lap, keeping my eyes trained on the lines of the paper. I prayed he wouldn't call my name or request that I speak. I wasn't sure if I would even know what to say or how to form a sentence that made sense.
"Alright, ladies, let's get started. I don't want to keep you all any longer than I need to."
He paused.
"Mila."
My heart leaped out of my chest. I closed my eyes and counted to five before looking up at Tremaine.
"Yes?"
"Are you okay?"
I nodded. "I'm good."
He stared at me for a few seconds before looking back at his screen.
"Alright, so most of the week I'll be out of the office. I have viewings on the other side of town, and I'll be working from home. That way, I don't have to drive so much. If you need me, you both have my number."
He reached for his glasses and placed them on. I squeezed my legs tight to control my rush of feelings.
"Susanna, I'm going to have you handle the viewings on this side of town. Please make sure that people are signing their names and placing an email or phone number so that we can reach them."
"Yes, sir. I'm so excited! I love showings." Susanna danced in her seat.
"I know you do, and due to my caseload, you can have them. They will be your commission."
Susanna jumped from her seat and squealed. She ran around to the side of Tremaine's desk and hugged his neck.
"Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!"
I giggled at her excitement. I was happy for her. Susanna really enjoyed her job, so I was thrilled that she was receiving the opportunities Tremaine presented to her.
"You're welcome. I sent you an email with all the background information. Review and hop right in."
"Will do!"
She walked back to her seat and squealed again when she saw the smile on my face.
"Congrats, Susanna," I expressed.
"Thank you! I can't wait to tell my man!"
We both laughed, and Tremaine joined.
"Anyway, in other news. That means for you, Mila, things might get crazy. Are you going to be okay by yourself?"
I nodded.
"Either way, I'm just a call away," he reminded me.
"Me too," Susanna added. "I'll be here too, but I'll be gone for long hours because of the showings."
"I think I'll be fine. If not, I'll reach out."
"Great. Last but not least, in two months is the annual black realtors conference, and they're wanting me to be a guest speaker again this year."
"That's exciting!" Susanna commented.
