Page 113 of Invisible Bars
Right then, the production manager walked back up, clapping his hands with a fake pep in his voice.
“Okay! We’re all set!”
I nodded, then glanced at Giselle. “Don’t embarrass me too bad.”
“Silentsupport. You won’t even know I’m here!” she whispered, smiling, then glided off to take her seat like that was her damn runway.
Yeah… just like glitter in carpet—loud, extra, and impossible to get rid of.
Five minutes later, they were rolling.
The backdrop was a blend of muted gold and soft lighting. My name and title flashed across the bottom of the screen in elegant font:
IMANIO KORS | COO, KORS LUXE DEVELOPMENTS
Mariah St. James sat across from me in a tailored cream suit, smiling with expensive teeth and an aura of practiced friendliness.
“Good evening, and welcome toThe Mariah St. James Report—where business meets bold, and icons are asked the questions that matter. Today’s guest is a man whose name is etched across headlines, Forbes lists, and more than a few private group chats. From luxury real estate to innovative tech investments, his empire stretches from the boardroom to the block. He’s notoriously private, dangerously smart, and—if recent reports are to be believed—redefining what power looks like behind the scenes.”
The camera cut to me.
“Mr. Imanio Kors, thank you for being here. I know your schedule is as exclusive as your properties.”
I’d rather be dragging a body through the Everglades than wasting time on this fake-ass formality.
“It’s a pleasure,” I replied, flashing a fake smile.
She dove right in. “You’ve been described as one of the most influential real estate minds of your generation. What does legacy mean to you?”
I nodded slowly, pretending like I hadn’t heard that question in almosteverydamn interview I’d done.
Right on cue, Giselle held up a card from behind the camera.
“GENERATIONAL IMPACT & COMMUNITY UPLIFTMENT”
I rolled my eyes subtly, took a light breath, and sat back just enough for the camera to catch my “thoughtful” side profile.
Legacy? That’s just a fancy word rich people use when they want to make selfish ambition sound poetic.
Instead, I answered, “For me, legacy means establishing impact that outlasts presence—creating structures, opportunities, and standards that elevate others long after I’m no longer here. It’s not just about success; it’s about significance.”
Also known as overpriced apartments with rooftop pools and ‘community gardens’ that nobody waters.
Giselle held up another card:
“MENTORSHIP. VISION. OWNERSHIP.”
“And ownership,” I continued, swallowing irritation. “Teaching the next wave how to own, not rent. How to lead, not follow.”
Mariah smiled. “Beautifully said.”
Woman, I rehearsed that line while brushing my teeth.
Mariah St. James asked, “There’s been increasing speculation about your father stepping down soon. Is there any truth to that?”
I let the smile linger just long enough to keep it cordial.
“People love to speculate, especially when legacy and power are involved. When and if he decides to step back, it won’t be a headline; it will be a private, intentional decision made within our family. Until then, I suggest people focus less on succession gossip and more on the work we’re doing. Because Kors Luxe is still expanding, and we’re just getting started.”
