Page 60 of The Seven Rings
“Isn’t the definition of courage doing what needs to be done?”
“There’s more. It’s… The little boy who died here a hundred years ago? Jack. He drew me a picture of Yoda, a good one, left it on my desk.”
“Incredible.” Corrine rubbed her arms as if chilled. “Eerie and fascinating. I’m glad you’re here doing what needs doing. Not just for the now, and I’m trying not to overstep, so I’ll just say you and Trey look good together. But Johanna was a sister to me.”
“I know.” Sonya laid a hand over Corrine’s. “I know she was, and I know how that feels.”
“I’m glad you’re here for her, Sonya. For Johanna.
“And now, I bet you’d like to see those yoga shots.”
“Oh yeah, I would.”
By the time Cleo came back in, Sonya was at her desk.
“I got caught up. I missed my chance to take a peek at the pictures.”
“Be assured, they’re terrific. We’re sending what we both consider the best to Ryder—and pushing for our favorite.”
“How about a hint?”
At her desk, Sonya lifted her arms up, looked up and pressed her palms together.
“Really? The first move?”
“Of the second round. Corrine said, and I agreed, your body was perfectly curved in both, but in the second round, you’d forgotten about the camera—and being awake at sunrise. There’s a dreamy look on your face, the slightest smile. And the light’s gorgeous. She’ll send proofs later today or tomorrow.”
“She’s right about the camera. I got in the zone.” She spread her hands. “And look at my outfit! While I wish I wasn’t energized this early, since I am, I’m changing and going out to work on my summer tree.”
Hand on hip, she studied Sonya. “You know, you’ve worked really hard and long this week. You should take a few hours, paint with me.”
“I may have a new client.”
“Really? Who? What?”
“My mother’s doctor. Mom’s been going to her for about fifteen years—I used her, too. Mom was in for her annual physical, and they chatted some. Dr. Lawrence asked how I was, and one thing led to another. The website is dated, plus, she’s adding a new associate into the practice. I need to work up a proposal.”
“I won’t get in the way of that. But if you finish, or just want a break, come out. And remember, it’s sappy movie night.”
“I never forget sappy movie night.”
“Big giant salad, fancy cheese and crackers, wine, followed by popcorn, more wine, and girl movie.”
“The Friday night special.”
Sonya worked while Cleo changed, while she went up to her studio to get what she needed.
As Cleo headed down, so did Yoda.
“Yoda’s with me,” Cleo called.
“Thanks!”
Then quiet as she read more about Dr. Nia Lawrence to spark ideas and direction for her proposal.
Potential new clients always pumped her up, and within twenty minutes she had a concept.
The doctor had a family practice, so play up the family vibe with calm, warm colors and clear, simple fonts. Photo and bio of the doctor in a drop-down, a photo of her talking to a patient. Short two- or three-line bios of staff, photos of them interacting with patients.
