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nervous. I had no idea about the direction of the conversation.
    “Thank you.”
    “ I know you are probably wondering why I invited you to visit with me today,” she said.
    I had no idea how best to respond.
    “No need to answer, dear. I do want to assure you that I am not some senile old woman. There is a purpose for our meeting. Nothing, of course, that you should be nervous about.”
    “ Yes, ma'am,” I said.
    “ I wanted to meet you and welcome you to Jacqueline and Davenport Media.”
    “ Thank you. I am delighted to be here. Working at Jacqueline has always been a dream of mine.”
    “ Well, we are glad to have you as part of the Jacqueline family,” she said patting my knee.
    I was no longer nervous. I did have a feeling that there was more to our meeting than welcoming me to the company.
    “I understand that you graduated from Davenport School of the Arts at Santa Barbara University. I also understand that you had an impressive record of academic achievement. And your application portfolio was stellar.”
    “ Thank you, ma'am.”
    “ Your new position has been in the works for some time. Brandon was searching for just the right person for the job. I'm confident he made the right decision in hiring you. I rarely question his business judgment. In that area, he has always displayed talent beyond his years.”
    I nodded. I didn't feel there was anything for me to add to the conversation at that point.
    “With women, however, Brandon has tended to think more with his penis than his brain.”
    I couldn't believe she just threw that out there. I didn't know many grandmothers that even uttered the word “penis” when speaking of their adult grandson. She showed no signs of stopping either.
    “He has entertained many young women. And a few who were closer to his mother's age. All beautiful, of course. Brandon has an attraction to beautiful women like moth to a flame. Can I be honest with you, dear?”
    I thought she already had been. I was now curious to see what she considered an honest comment.
    “Of course, Mrs. Davenport.”
    “ Brandon hiring you has many layers. From a business perspective, we must have a top notch digital and social media presence. It is also important that the world see Brandon as more than a playboy. No small task for you, dear. I hope I am not scaring you.”
    “ No, ma'am. I'm fine.”
    “ Good. Is it okay if I get personal for a moment?”
    “ Yes, of course.”
    “ I understand that Brandon has a personal interest in you. That he has taken you out a few times.”
    I hoped that was all she knew about us. I didn't think Brandon would share intimate details with his family. I was less sure about Mrs. Davenport inquiring of them from me.
    “Yes, ma'am. Brandon assured me that he would keep our personal and professional lives separate.”
    “ Oh, dear, I'm not concerned about that. What I wanted to tell you is that I am glad that Brandon has taken an interest in you. You are a smart and attractive young woman.”
    “ Thank you.”
    “ Brandon is almost 30, it is time he starts taking a more serious interest in his romantic relationships. Don't get me wrong, I'm not trying to place any expectations or pressure on you.”
    “ No, ma'am. I understand.”
    “ Just know that I am pleased you are here. Brandon's decision to hire you may have been as personal as it was professional. For the first time I think his personal sense is as good as his business sense,” she said as she placed her hand on top of mine.
    Mrs. Davenport's phone buzzed and then Grace's voice came through the speaker.
    “Mrs. Davenport, Mr. Mitchell just phoned and wanted you to know that he is back and on his way down.”
    “ Thank you, Grace,” Mrs. Davenport said, loud enough to reach the speaker. She then turned back toward me.
    “ Well, speak of the devil.” She stood and I followed.
    “ I'm sure he was calling for your benefit and not mine,” she said to me. “Enjoy the rest of your first day.