::He stood nonchalantly at his construction site inspecting the work late at night, walking around the piles of brick and bags of mortar and stepping over equipment. Everything was on schedule which had at least given him some relief about all of this::

"So you're not just a fancy hat wearin' drinker, eh?" Brian said with a chuckle, as he approached the site, keeping in the light as to not startle the man.

Hmmm.... Oh of course I am a fancy hat wearing Drinker, that also has a fourth location going up ::This got a huffing laugh from him as he moved around:: James Roe ::Holds his hand out to him :: You?

"Now that's the way to be thinking there, I'm Brian... Brian Ravenlock, a pleasure James." The hand was taken in a firm shake, as Brian smiled. "You've done a lot with very little, I got to say I am impressed James."

::Pulling his hand back:: Well thank you. I have done what I can, it?s not as greedy of a business as it was in New York, it feels good to be able to help the community, or at least attempt to. ::He gave off his winning smile::

"Well a bit of good PR would never hurt anyone, and I can admit to that as much as the next man."

PR is always a good thing. So tell me Mr. Ravenlock, what is it you do in our great city? Out of curiosity of course:: He smiled again as he looked back at the nearly half completed building::

"I am a public vigilante, actually. Well that's the legal term for it. I've also heard philanthropist as well, but that never came from me. Formerly, I was a minister for the city, and I headed up Citizen Resources, and Emergency Response. Was a captain in the city watch as well, and a few other hats still hang in my closet."

Brian offered a smile, as he glanced about the site a moment and backs to James once more. It was a genuine smile, and his words easily carried a matter of fact tone to them. Not a lick of BS there. "Most importantly, I am a husband and father."

Hopefully no skeletons in that closet though:: He nodded:: But seems you are a jack of all trades, and from the sound of it more like a Master too :: A chuckle. He could sort through BS and what was truth.:: I was hoping there would be something I could help you out with though. ::Then a smile to that last bit.:: Something I envy you on.

"My Skeletons unfortunately came out a long time ago, which is why I do what I do in the open now. Kind of have no choice, if ya know what I mean. Still, that aside-- that doesn't mean I wouldn't need assistance, or more importantly know others who would need assistance. So make no bones about it James, I am sure there things we can help each other with despite mastering?s of any kind."

"My family, and I-- we walk a fine line. Well, honestly we cross a lot of lines... We're no saints, and we sure as hell can sin with the best of them, if you know what I mean."

We all can sin; we all have skeletons as well. And I would love to help anyone and everyone I can. I guess you can consider me a philanthropist as well, but I am not as good at it. I try at least. I found it better to invest in fledgling businesses so they can prosper and reach their dreams, because that?s what happened with my original business. Also a little time Brian, never expect repayment and always turn it down. Gifts are Gods beauty in the world.

"My family, we invest in the community as well. In fact our community center, which had to close down two years who will be opening again next month. I'm always looking for an investment that can benefit not only the community, but all parties involved. A win/win is always a nice way to end a day, you know?"

Yeah I understand, and when you get going again phone me ::hands him a business card:: I will be sure to get a good investment in to help out.

Brian took the card with a smile, "Wonderful. But actually, we-- well I would like to invest in you. Not that I would turn away any assistance mind you. It's just that, I think this is something that can benefit us both in the long run, in the public eye, and otherwise."

Invest as in money or time? Or talent? ::He hated calling it skills, anyone can have skills, but everyone has a talent that they and only they have. It was what distinguished them from everyone else::

"In all serious, with my line of work-- I am thinking all three."

Then of course I accept ::He smiled not bothering to ask about it anymore. He liked this Brian, and trusted him:: The money part not as much of course, but everything else I would appreciate and would like to offer to you in the future as well.

"I think we'll be able to do some incredible things here, James."

"You stupid moogle! Wait up!" And there was Serah chasing after the cubby moogle who apparently took it upon himself to steal the pizza she had just paid for, box and all. Chasing the thing a pile of papers tucked under arm was not a easy process and after all the rain there was puddles to avoid.

"Hmm?" Brian turned, towards the sound of the voice and saw-- "Mog!?"

I believe so as well ::Held his hand out again, this time to seal the deal with him, just as he heard someone calling after their... moogle? and turned to see what was going on::

Brian just stood there, his mouth somewhat agape.... "Are you sh*tting me? ? The chubby moogle... A Pizza Box, steaming mind you... And Serah in hot pursuit.

::The scene, however bizarre it was, got him to laugh a bit :: I think this is where your vigilante skills come in handy Mr. Ravenlock

You do not have to wear a 'suit' dress at all. Business appropriate dresses are fine. Who knows I might show up in a dress one day ::He laughed a bit with a smile:: And no it isn't and odd thing out. If you choose to accept the job as Secretary your job is to simply record who comes in, what they do, if it is investments how much or how much is drawn, if they are looking to be invested in I expect detailed notes and your own opinion, you will be the neck of the operation, as everything -flows through you, all files, reports, memos, faxes, everything. It is labor intensive but I make sure the pay is good.

Something that would keep her busy. She liked the sound of that. While he spoke she stole the pizza box from the moogle and replaced it with all the wet papers then stuck out a finger in demand for the fluffy creature to go dispose of said papers. It huffed away and she watched to make sure the job got done properly. "So a lot of paperwork. Truth be I have plenty of time on my hands so the hours shouldn't be a problem." So long as she got to pay for her own meals she wasn't overly concerned about the pay but she wasn't going to say that! Then it hit her and her eyes shot over to him, a giggle given as she looked down to his legs. "I am sure that would be one heck of an impression you'd make on people! I mean you in a dress of course."

Oh that would be a good one. Another thing though, as one of my employee's you get VIP access to all of my parties, first on the dance floor, first bottles of wine and champagne and such ::He gave her a grin:: So here comes the bread and butter of it all. Pay scaling. By day or by hour for you?

"V-VIP? I-" Why did his parties sound like they were for rich people? Sheepishly her eyes dipped down and she shook her head. "I'll be avoiding the dance floor. I can't dance." Her eyes found the lid of the pizza and to be polite with a dash of nice, she opened the lid and offered over the double pepperoni with green olives pizza. In case he wanted to help himself to a slice. Somewhere right now her sister was having a heart attack. "Whichever is easiest for you? As long as it puts food on the table and allows me to get clothing for this job then I am not really going to be picky." Because this really did sound like she was going to have to go do some minor shopping.

If you need help with clothing I can easily arrange that. No worries ::he did take a slice of pizza, taking a large bite of it:: this is good ::He forgot his manners and spoke with his mouthful, hand shooting up to cover it :: sorry, and that?s alright, your company would be appreciated at the parties though. And whatever is easiest to me huh? that usually entitles it being the easiest on you. For now let?s say by day so you can provide food for yourself, then let?s get you onto an by hour that Pays out weekly so you know when payments are coming. Now. How much do you think I should pay you ::he loved this question, made people think and ask themselves how much are they worth. A test of their self confidence in the best way::

His apology was met with a delighted laugh. His manners were so much different from what she was used to. Truly it was the first real laughter that left her since she left Pulse. Quickly she shook her head, the pink ponytail bopping over her shoulder as she did. "Don't be! It is some great pizza! Are you always so mindful of your manners?" Curiosity got the best of her and she reeled it in quickly. Can't be getting too familiar with the boss! "My company would be appreciated at parties? Why?" She had questions she asked them. It came naturally. As did the wrinkling of her nose at his own question. "Shouldn't that be a question you'd ask yourself not your employee? I don't run your business! If you are going to ask me that I am going to say some high ridicules number plus one just for good measure." Because why not? If not just to see his reaction.

I try to be a gentleman around everyone, a habit I picked up from my family, British people have that sort of mentality ::Just like Brian and his cat, the pizza slice just disappeared:: Yes it would. there is a difference between skill and talent. Skill anyone can get. Talent is what one person has and only they have that ability. and that?s why everyone?s company would be appreciated because it makes for some interesting and fun times, whether at work, in the inn, at a party, or at church ::He smiled to her.:: Out of all of the people, you at least saw through my question. I was testing yourself sense of self-worth. I have had people quote so low that they didn't feel like they even belonged while others are so overly confident that they quote to high. At least you were honest about it all and what your logical mind would do. What do you think of 15 silver a day? That?s what 105 per week if you work all 7 days?

Wow he was totally different from the people she was used to. "Being a gentleman is all fine and dandy but you should learn to relax and let loose a little. Pizza is good." She winked playfully and shrugged to his statement. "I am priceless to those who care about me. What other people think of me is their rights and their rights alone. So to me? I am priceless! I don't think you are willing to pay that plus one." She grinned all pretty like and gave a nod to his decision. "That sounds spot on!"

I will try to relax more. Has been very hectic with business so I haven't left this sort of mind. But believe me at the parties, it will be a fun time all around. ::Now that was a statement he liked:: Everyone is priceless, and that is the great thing about life isn't it. I am glad I could provide you with a job Serah ::he offered his hand again:: I will official announce the jobs May the 10th, We open at 9 am on the 11th. Anything else you need to know?

"Actually yes there is something!" Instead of taking his hand she placed the pizza box there. He liked the pizza and she wanted to be nice! Help him relax some. "You aren't going to make me dye my hair are you? Someone demanded that if I worked for them that I had to change my hair color."

No! ::He nearly shouted as he cradled the pizza box:: That is who you are ::he smiled:: That is your personality and your style and is just as welcome to work for me as if someone had brown hair, grey hair, no hair, all hair, its al the same. It?s what matters inside to me.

"Good!" Her hands clapped at his choice of words. "Because I am not changing it. I can't help that I was born with this color any less than my sister can." Bouncing on her toes she stopped and dropped down to her heels. "You sound like you will be a great boss!"

And you sound like you will be a great employee. ::He smiled to her :: Now, go enjoy yourself Serah, the night is still young, and also. ::He took at piece of pizza and practically just stuffing it all in his mouth to get a laugh out of her :: mmm m m mm This pimmza im goom

"Oh! If you like I can give you my cellphone number and the address to my sister's apartment." His 'and also' got her attention and she squealed out a laugh, both hands cover her mouth as she tried to bring the roar down to a giggle. "That's the spirit!"

::He gulped down the pizza slice after having to chew for an extra moment or two. Silently he handed her his business card:: You can phone me and send me the rest of your information that way. Make it easy on you. Now go brag to your sister that you got a job. She will love that.

That had been the best laugh ever! Plucking the card from his fingers she looked the card over and nodded. Oh bragging rights! Slyly she grinned and reached out to grab Mog. Before her hand even reached the moogle it poofed in a poof of smoke, changing into the bow sword weapon that seemed to fall into her hand as if it was a natural everyday thing. "Okay! See you around boss man!"

See ya Serah ::He waved to her and turned back to what he was doing, observing the buildings progress.::

Spinning on her heels she skipped a few steps forward, spun back around to peer at him. "Come to the inn for a drink later if you want! My treat!" Back around and she scrambled off before he could reply!