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Rick extended his hand to welcome Shay to the club. “I’m Rick Newark. Your uncle spoke very highly of you. Please, follow me.” He briefed her on the establishment along their way to his office.
    “You’ve seen our lobby where some of our members choose to burn the midnight oil with that next big deal.” He winked. “And our lounge area for those who need to unwind with a drink.” He continued on to tell her the club had five floors and thirty guest rooms for overnight stays for their out-of-town members or those who burned the midnight oil. By the time he told her about the pool on the roof, her jaw dropped.
    “Amazing, I’ve never been in a place like this before. Where I come from, you could fit the whole town in here.”
    Rick liked the fact that she came from a small town. He liked them educated enough to be professional with his members, but young enough so they weren’t life-experienced. Mike informed him she was new to the city and in search of a job. Her experience as a waitress helped, but the fact that Mike Dunbar asked for the favor, was enough for Rick. He asked a few routine questions during the interview but most of it had been small talk. He’d already decided to hire her before he met her. The fact that her looks would fit in among his beautiful young employees, sealed the deal.
    “Do you have any questions for me Shay?”
    “Is there a uniform required for the job?”
    “Classic black skirt and elegant black top will suffice. Just above the knee is appropriate, no mini-skirts please.”
    “I noticed some black cocktail dresses when I came in. Should I purchase those as well?”
    “The skirt and top will be sufficient, along with black nylons and black heels.” He wondered about her inspective take on the club until she remarked with signs of embarrassment.
    “Good, I’m new to the city and I don’t have a lot of money. Please don’t tell Uncle Mike. He’ll only worry and offer more help. I’m determined to make it on my own. Don’t get me wrong, I’m grateful for his referral and this opportunity.”
    Rick agreed but also considered it would give him the opportunity to talk to Mike again. Over the years, Rick had tried to entice Mike Dunbar to join the club. He believed Mike’s presence as a member would help dignify the public’s outlook of the club. The well-publicized acronym for the club bothered him and he’d been desperate to bury it. Mike’s status among Seattle’s businessmen would not only enhance the club for new members of his circle but also help rid the nickname the club inherited. He ran his club discreetly so that his members could relax without question.
    “Your secret is safe with me. I admire your determination. Welcome to the club. Can you start tomorrow?”
    “I got the job?”
    Rick nodded and then escorted her back to the main entrance.
    “I’ll see you tomorrow at eleven-thirty. I’ll have my personal assistant, Beth; prepare your paperwork to sign in the morning. Your shift will run until eight o’clock.” He handed her a plastic card.” You’ll need this for entry. It also works at the back entry. There’s a private entrance at the back you can use. If you require parking, the card will work for access to the underground parking, also accessible from the back of the building.” He handed her an access card. She thanked him again before she left.
    “One of your superb espressos please; Dante.” Rick leaned against the bar.
    Dante turned to the espresso machine and commented, “Fine looking woman.”
    “That she is. Shay Dunbar will be joining us tomorrow. She’s the niece of Mike Dunbar I’ve been enticing to become a member. Let’s treat her well.” Rick winked and retreated to his office, espresso in-hand.
    “Of course, Mr. Newark, and enjoy your espresso.”

Chapter Five

    Shay entered the club dressed in a black skirt and top. Dante felt relieved to see she’d been hired as a waitress and not another escort. He knew instantly