The Ballad of 1978 was going to air the following day—on Boxing Day. Seated in their car, Skylar was browsing Twitter and keeping an eye on the box office sales, thinking about how it was an act of delusion to contest against the blockbusters.
She was sitting beside Tobias in the passenger seat. Out of habit, he placed his hand on her thigh and massaged it gently.
Skylar put her phone away. “I bought Mrs. Ford some gifts which I've placed in your trunk. Remember to bring them with you when you see her later in the afternoon.”
Tobias was pleased with how Skylar had taken the initiative to prepare a gift for his family. She is so thoughtful.
He had wanted to bring Skylar home with him. He could not stand his family either. While he did not want to be troubled by his family, he did not want his business to affect Skylar either.
Sheldon brought Judy to the Ford residence. The others thought he had a new girlfriend.
Compared to the other girls Sheldon had fooled around with, Judy was a lot worse, for she appeared unconventional.
Upon seeing Judy, Tobias asked, “Have you given the other thing any thought? Let me know when you've decided, and I will do as you desire.”
Judy tossed remnants of the walnut shell onto the coffee table and dusted her hands. “I've decided a long time ago, but I haven't been able to reach you. How do I even get into Ford Group? I can't even go through the front doors, much less meet the CEO. I'm sure my request is simple for you.”
Tobias had an orange in his hand. He glanced down and smiled. “There are always ways to see me if that's what you want. Given how well things are going between you and my brother, I'm sure it will be easy to contact me through him.”
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