The Melaswen Paradox (Read 317,188 times)

[Kpatch]

Is Coach Jeffries married to Assistant Principal Jeffries from Breaking Ties? LOL.

It's a wise idea to get Tripp out of there before something really bad happens.

[mae00]

I wonder how much of that the team believed. Tripp really has some nerve and he made a threat against Ciara in a room full of guys. If something does happen to her, Tripp will have so many fingers pointed directly at him that there won't be anywhere for him to turn.

I'm glad Claire is back to school. I hope she takes it easy.

[André DiMera]

Chapter 397

SALEM HIGH
Later that day, Mr. Woods was teaching a biology class.
WOODS: ...all of which you will need to know for the test which, I must remind you, is this Friday. Please remember to study. This may be your final semester, but that doesn't mean you're on easy street just yet.
The bell signalling the end of that class period rang.
WOODS: Please remember to stop by my office this week to discuss your projects. Remember, they are 30 percent of your final grade. Claire, please hang back for a minute.
All of the other students left the room, except Claire, who picked up her bag and walked to the front.
CLAIRE: Yes, Mr. Woods?
WOODS: I don't wish to cut too much into your lunch period, so I'll try to keep this brief. First of all, I'm glad to see that you're back. I trust you're feeling better?
CLAIRE: Much better. Thank you.
WOODS: I'm glad to hear it. I was hoping to talk with you in my office this morning, however there was a situation that needed to be attended to. I want you to know that I received an e-mail from your doctor over the weekend. You'll be excused from P.E. for a while, until your doctor thinks it's okay for you to go back. You may use that time as a study hall in the library.
Mr. Woods handed Claire a folder.
WOODS: These are the notes as well as any papers or assignments you will have missed last week.
CLAIRE: Thank you. I'll make sure that I make up all of my work during my extra study hall.
WOODS: Very good.
CLAIRE: Um...Mr. Woods...I'm sorry that I had to miss class all of last week. I really hope it doesn't impact my grade.
WOOD: It's not going to. You had a perfectly understandable reason for being absent. You couldn't help that you were ill. Of course school work is important, but your health should come before anything else. You already have a plan in place to make up the work you missed, and you're feeling better, so there is no reason to worry.
Claire smiled.
CLAIRE: Oh, thank goodness.
WOODS: And if there is anything else that you need, myself and your other teachers will be more than happy to help and accommodate. Just let us know.
CLAIRE: Okay. Thank you so much!
WOODS: You're quite welcome. Is there anything else I can do for you?
CLAIRE: I don't think so. Thank you.
WOODS: I'm glad you're feeling better. Take care.
CLAIRE: Thanks.
Claire put the folder in her bag and walked out of the room.

ALAMAIN MANSION
Nicholas was looking in the mirror, straightening his tie. He turned.
NICHOLAS: How do I look?
VIVIAN: Oh, Nicky, you look marvellous! Just as dashing as your father always did!
Vivian hugged Nicholas.
NICHOLAS: Thanks. I only hope this press conference goes well.
VIVIAN: Oh, don't be silly. Of course it will! You're an Alamain. This company is in your blood.
Nicholas nodded.
NICHOLAS: Well, let's get this show on the road, then.
VIVIAN: I'll have Ivan bring the car around.
Vivian left the room.
NICHOLAS: Well, this promises to be quite an interesting day.

[heroicmuse]

I think so too Nicholas. I am very interested in how this goes.

I hope Claire's other teachers are as understanding and that school continues to go well for her.

Great chapter André DiMera

[Kpatch]

I am picturing Nicholas looking like Stefan. LOL.

I really like this Claire.

[André DiMera]

Chapter 398

ALAMAIN INDUSTRIES
A large crowd had gathered around the building that housed Alamain Industries. Among the people there were E.J., Chad, Tony, Philip, Carly and Vivian. There was a red sheet with the logo for Alamain Industries across the doors and a podium in front. Nicholas and Ivan stood off to one side. Ivan nodded and Nicholas walked up to the podium. There were several claps. Nicholas held up his hands.
NICHOLAS: Thank you. Good morning. I appreciate you all coming here this morning. I am Nicholas Alamain, the CEO of Alamain Industries. And I welcome you to the grand re-opening of Alamain Industries. As many of you will know, my father, Lawrence Alamain, put his soul into this company. He put everything that he had into making Alamain Industries the very best it could be. It saddens me greatly that he could not be here today to see what I am doing with his company. And it has not been easy. Many of you are likely aware of the mass data breach in 2016 that essentially wiped out much of Alamain Industries' holdings, stats and financials. I thank those who were so generous in coming to my aid as I worked tirelessly to rebuild this company to its former glory. Our soft open last summer was a success. However, I held off on a grand re-opening until I had completed a number of tasks that I had wanted to get done for some time. And now I finally have. In addition to re-opening Alamain Industries, I am proud to announce that our top subsidiary, JenCon Oil will be rejoining us!
There were several claps from the audience.
NICHOLAS: Also, I am pleased to announce that, with the re-opening, two brand new divisions will be opening. The first, Alamain Publishing, which promises to bring the publishing world into the future. And second, a project that has taken me quite a while to work on: A.I. Tech, which will redefine the way that we use technology. In addition, today is also the release of the A.I. app, which is the first official release from A.I. Tech, and will keep you up to date on all of the goings on, not only in Alamain Industries and its subsidiaries, but around the world. And here's the best news of all: everyone here will receive a free download of the A.I. app! In just a moment, we will enter the building for a tour. On your way in, my associate, Mr. Ivan Marais, will hand you a paper with a code. At your leasure, scan the code with your smartphone or tablet to receive your free download. Thank you so much, all of you, for helping Alamain Industries come this far. I am confident in saying that we here at Alamain Industries are going to have a bright new future!
The audience clapped and cheered. Nicholas pulled a cord, the sheet in front of the doors rolled up, revealing a red ribbon across the handles.
NICHOLAS: And now, it is my pleasure to introduce a woman whom I care for very deeply. A woman who has been a mentor and guide throughout my entire life. Who has supported me in all of my endeavors. Ladies and gentlemen, Vivian Alamain!
Vivian walked to the front of the crowd and up to Nicholas. She and Nicholas hugged. Ivan walked over and handed Vivian a pair of scissors.
VIVIAN: I now declare Alamain Industries re-open!
Vivian cut the ribbon. Nicholas pushed a button on his phone and the doors opened.

[heroicmuse]

I'm wondering what that smartphone download really does.

Alamain Industries sounds like it's on the fast track to success which means someone will be trying to sabotage it soon, I'm sure.

Great chapter André DiMera.

[Kpatch]

Great press conference!

[André DiMera]

Chapter 399

SALEM HIGH
Joey sat down at a table. Ciara, Trix, Theo and Chase were already there.
JOEY: Hey, guys.
CHASE: Hey.
JOEY: Where's Claire?
CIARA: Mr. Woods asked her to stay back for a minute or two. She'll be here in a few minutes.
Joey nodded.
CIARA: I'm just glad this whole mess with Tripp is over.
JOEY: You're not the only one.
TRIX: I'm glad you talked to Mr. Woods.
CIARA: Well, you convinced me to. And I'm glad you did.
Ciara and Trix took each other's hand. A minute or two later, Claire walked in, got a tray of food and sat down at the table.
CLAIRE: Hey.
CHASE: Hey.
Chase kissed Claire on the cheek.
CIARA: How'd it go with Woods?
CLAIRE: Fine. He just wanted to give me my make up work. And to tell me that I'm not supposed to do P.E. until Dr. Kirshner says it's okay.
CIARA: Makes sense.
CHASE: So, how are you feeling?
CLAIRE: I'm good. I think my appetite's finally coming back, because I'm actually hungry for the first time in a while.
CHASE: That's great!
Claire nodded.

BLACK PATCH
Steve sat in the office he shared with John, who walked in the door.
STEVE: What's up, partner?
JOHN: Just taking a look at the mail. Check this out.
John handed Steve two envelopes, addressed to them individually.
STEVE: Envelopes?
JOHN: Turn them over.
On the other side of each envelope was the insignia of the ISA.

ALAMAIN INDUSTRIES
After the tour of the offices, refreshments were served for everybody who had come to the re-opening. Tony walked over to Nicholas. They shook hands.
TONY: Well done out there.
NICHOLAS: Thank you. I do my best.
TONY: Just a word of advice: don't get cocky. You've got a nice business here, a very nice one. Just don't bite off more than you can chew.
NICHOLAS: I appreciate the advice, Tony, but it is not needed. Anyway, wasn't your company the subject of an incredibly public hostile takeover from your younger brother on New Year's Eve? Now, correct me if I'm wrong but, it would seem you're not in a very good place to be giving me advice.
TONY: And that is exactly what I'm talking about. I admit, I have been careless in the past. However, that situation has been dealt with. Elvis, Chad and I are all partners now. What I'm saying is learn from my mistakes, Nicholas.
NICHOLAS: Thank you for coming. Please excuse me.
Nicholas walked away from Tony and over to Philip.
PHILIP: Nicholas.
NICHOLAS: Philip.
PHILIP: Nice speech.
NICHOLAS: Thanks. I'm glad you came, actually. It gives us a chance to talk.
PHILIP: And what do we have to talk about exactly?
NICHOLAS: I just want to make sure there are no hard feelings.
PHILIP: In regards to what?
NICHOLAS: Oh, you know. Me grabbing Ecosystems right from under you.
PHILIP: What?
NICHOLAS: Oh...you mean you didn't know? Ooh boy, this is awkward. Yeah, I spoke with the head of Ecosystems. You know, that company that Aunt Viv, my parents, John, your father and Isabella started years ago. I offered them a deal to get them to leave Titan and come to Alamain Industries. I thought you already knew. Well, hard luck.
Nicholas smiled, clapped Philip on the shoulder and walked away.

[heroicmuse]

Ooh... Nicholas just double crossed Philip! I wonder what he will do about it. And if Victor gets involved that could be bad for Nicholas.

I wonder what the ISA wants. (I assume it's not to do with poisoning people who shouldn't be poisoned).

I'm glad Claire is back! I'm worried about her being healthy enough for school and whether we've really seen the last of Tripp.

Great chapter André DiMera! Will there be previews?

[Kpatch]

Tony gave Nicholas good advice. It's obvious he didn't think twice about it.

I wonder what the ISA wants. Hope your ISA is more trustworthy than the one on the show.

[André DiMera]

Thanks for reading and commenting, everyone!

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Next week...

As Nicholas celebrates the rise of his company...
NICHOLAS: Oh, you mean you didn't know?

...Philip has words about a discovery he made.
PHILIP: We've got a problem.

meanwhile, Ciara and her friends discover something when going to their lockers.
CIARA: Oh my god!

And what does the ISA want with Steve and John?
STEVE: Well, let's find out.

All this and more next week on THE MELASWEN PARADOX!

[heroicmuse]

I wonder what's going on at the girls' lockers. And I'm very curious as to how Philip is going to respond to what Nicholas has done and what the ISA wants.

Thanks for the great previews André DiMera.

[Kpatch]

I'm nervous about what's in the locker.

I like the business stories here.

[fluffysmom]

I wonder how Philip and Victor will react to losing Ecosystems.

I'm nervous about what the girls will find.