"Get out," he sighed.
"N-" I got out.
"Nah, you can go," he shook his head.
"Babe," I called out, but he wasn't having it.
"I fucking risked my life trying to protect you. I almost died trying to save you! And when I couldn't, I sat by your side ev...
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Chapter 31: Final Painting
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"Attention, everyone," Nick said to the crowd. "We are now at the last painting. After this, I will answer a few questions you all have about either my paintings, my life at work, or my personal life."
Nick pulled off the sheet covering his painting, and cameras immediately began snapping pictures.
I blushed as people began looking at the picture and at me.
"As you can clearly see, this is a painting of Sage, the woman standing next to me. This was the only painting I painted this year, and I know that if it wasn't for this lady, I wouldn't even look at a paint brush again," Nick announced. "The painting is representative of many things, but to me, the most important thing it represents is the love I share with Sage. Now that you've all seen the last painting of the night, you may prose questions."
A bunch of people raised their hands.
"You, in the pink blouse," Nick called on.
"For years, you've been affiliated with the mafia. Are you still a part of the group?" the lady asked.
"Yes," Nick answered.
"But his affiliation never affects his work at Marcello & Brick," I added.
"Next question," Nick directed, and people once again rose their hands. "Maroon shirt."
"Is it true that you haven't completed college as yet?" the second lady asked.
"Yes," Nick answered.
"So you don't have a business certificate or anything, correct?" the second lady asked.
"Correct," Nick answered. "I was taught business principles from a very young age. I used to also help my father, during my teenage years, make business decisions. I've studied business books for years, and have passed all business tests with a 98% and higher. I also received private business lessons and interned at business firms. If you're trying to question my credibility as the President of Marcello & Brick, I'll let you know that I was offered my father's position as a partner. I chose a less powerful hand in the company. Next question."
