>>5417022“We’ll be covering more topics at a later date,” Begins Mr. Hare with renewed confidence in his shaky voice, “But there are a few items that we can get started on today… unless, erm, do you have any other pressing commitments to attend to?”
Nah, you shrug, let’s plow through ‘em!
“Excellent attitude!” He says with praise as a holographic screen flickers to life at the end of the table! “As members of the board, we’re committed to serving the company-”
“And, by extension, <span class="mu-i">you</span>, within reason.” Adds Mr. Fox with mild bemusement.
“Yes, right you are…” Replies Hare as the words ‘<span class="mu-i">Personal Assistant</span>’ materialize on the holographic display. “Er, and while we’ll be assisting you through this transfer of power, regrettably we won’t <span class="mu-i">always</span> be available…”
“We have other responsibilities, you understand…” Growls Mr. Rat as if that explained it all.
“So the first step we’ve outlined for you is designating a <span class="mu-g">PERSONAL ASSISTANT.</span>” Explains Mr. Hare as the words on the screen helpfully flash a few times! “We have a few candidates in mind already, but these are extraordinary times, so-”
“So we’re giving you the privilege and responsibility of choosing one yourself.” Ms. Crane concludes with a hint of warning in her voice. “The optimal choice would be a candidate familiar with appointment-setting, clerical work, and a solid knowledge of the company, but rapport is key as well.”
“Though it goes without saying that this employee, Ms. Parble, will be just that–an employee.” Adds Ms. Mantis pointedly. “They’ll receive a competitive salary, pension plan, and healthcare package, of course,” she adds, “not to mention an expense account for various business-related purchases, and they will be your liaison between you and the outside world.”
You can almost see Mantis’ hologram lean in a bit for good measure. “So please choose wisely.”
A list of candidates a mile long forms on the screen–some of the names you recognize, some of them you don’t, and some of them you couldn’t pronounce if you tried. Hey, you remark as one passes by, there’s Christy!
“HA!” Bellows Mr. Wolf, “More like ‘Crusty’, yes?”
Uh, <span class="mu-i">NO!</span>
>CONTD. 