Chapter 68 - An Attack

Alice felt her admiration for Adam rock up a notch as the man explained his plan. It really was genius and genuine! With Adam at the helm, it was no wonder, that SKY had been able to touch the sky. He had held together a band that was not just willing to take but to give back to society just as much. But on the other hand, she could not help but wonder of how careful he had been in order to reach here. All of them must have lived like monks to be able to reach here scandal free! 

Phillippe, on the other hand, was not simply amazed. Because he knew that there was never a time that K would not have a solution. But this time, it all depended on various factors.. And it would take time to organize everything. Thus, he could not help but point out the flaws as he said," This is going to be a logistics and permissions nightmare. This time you are asking the boys a lot. They may not want to share this time. Everything depends on their and their family's agreement. Plus, we will need to assess their needs and arrange doctors and medical personnel accordingly. If we follow the company's arrangements, then it would still be possible to shoot a few times but without experts we cannot bring them all together under one roof. And doing this will also mean that we will have to take permission from all the medical rehabilitation centers where each of the boys go. And that would cause inconvenience to their other patients reducing the chances of them agreeing. It will also mean putting you on the sidelines."

K turned his head to look at Phillippe before commenting," Why do I keep you around? Instead of looking for solutions you look for flaws! Of course the plan is flawed but it is better than not having one! It is something to anchor us instead of leaving us at the mercy of the winds."

Alice, who had been quiet until now finally added her opinion, "That is not going to be a problem. Faye Hospitality, as you know has been expanding itself. We have recently acquired a few new medical retreats near the oceans. It is, at present under renovation. I can offer it to the boys. It already has many renowned doctors, therapists and nurses as well as equipment. The terms will be the same as that of the variety show, since it cannot be shot at the moment either way. This way, you don't have to look for television slots also as well as not worry about paying us any damages."

Adam looked at Alice gratefully while Phillippe was marveled at the way these people thought. It was like their brains were connected.. Once again, he could not help but wonder if these people had a bond that he was not aware of.

But before he could speculate any further, his phone chimed and when he saw the contents of the message he received, he almost threw the phone down. Both the people in the room threw a questioning glance and he looked at the two in shock. Unable to say anything, he pointed first at K then at his phone and then at Alice before looking down at the phone again. Impatiently, K picked up the phone and his eyes widened at the picture and the message before narrowing into slits.

Without a word, he threw the phone at Alice before she could ask. In there was a photo of them where Adam had held her in his arms and she had hugged him to give him comfort. She raised her eyebrows at this. They were pretty quick as well as being cunning. She looked at the caption and a cunning look entered her eyes at this. The other party seemed to be unaware of her identity. "Is this Sky's K's girlfriend? Mister manager? What do you think about exposing this?"

The sender was a reporter but Alice knew that this was not too simple. Because if it had been some sleazy tabloid, they would have already released this news on the internet instead of sending it to someone who would try to prevent it. Alice looked up and she could see that this time Adam was staring at her intently. She returned his gaze as she remembered what he had said in the past when she had asked him to be her pretend boyfriend. He had wanted her to return the favor when the time came.

Grasping his thinking she commented," So, you had even expected this? What was your plan?"

Phillippe started to feel even more at sea as he recognized the two people talking without words. Why did it feel like Adam had suggested a plan and Chairwoman Alice had agreed? They were simply looking at each other.

Gulping, he asked, tentatively," I have very low level of intelligence. Would you mind explaining this to me?"

But he was ignored as K continued to look at Alice before asking," Are you sure you would be alright with it?"

"It doesn't matter, K. Coming out is not going to affect me either way. But for you, it may turn either way."

" No. My plan is a bit different from what you are thinking. The biggest reason we have so many followers is not because of any cleverness or tactics but because we are genuine. And this time also, I will be genuine. Alice we are good friends. I will announce the same along with everything you have offered. Combined with your reputation and mine, there will be enough gossip to keep us in the top searches. And once people have accepted it either way, it will spark the imagination of many people. We have chemistry. No one can deny that. And everyone loves a Cinderella story. They will hope for things to turn romantic. And people may curse at dog food but they tend to lap it up. This is an age old trick."

"You want me to be Cinderella?"

"No. I will be the Cinderella!"

Phillippe finally understood and this time he was pretty sure his eyes were going to fall out of their sockets and he was looking like a big Goofy dog at the moment! "Just a minute! Will you two stop talking?"

K raised his brows and looked at Phillippe, "What do you mean? We have already stopped talking.."

"I mean the way you two are talking with your eyes. Now let me clarify, we are planning a reality show which will capture the boys' struggle as they begin their recovery. From their initial feeling of hopelessness and pain to until the time they are able to get back on the stage. This will depend on the final damage that each of them has suffered while you and Chairwoman Alice will show off your friendship which will slow bloom into a romantic angle. At this time, most of your fans are hoping for you to have a partner to support you and they will be even more happy for you. Is that correct?"

Throwing a thin smile his way, Adam nodded," You are quite intelligent.."

But Phillippe was not pleased. Because true to his habit, he could see the flaws in this plan. From the other boys disagreeing to having a negative impact on their image as a group. "Are you trying to sabotage yourself? Do you think the company will agree to this? And.."

Phillippe threw a cautious glance at the woman in the room before saying slowly," CEO Faye is not really known for her big heart and understanding nature, you know. Your fans may be disappointed in your choice."

After saying this offensive statement, Phillippe hurriedly threw a glance to see the lady's reaction before apologizing," I am sorry, CEO Alice. I am not saying that you are like that. Just that your image is.."

But at this time, a baleful smile graced the woman's face, frightening Phillippe," That is the point, Mr. Phillippe. At this moment, when SKY is at it's weakest, I am going to protect them. Let their label create problems for them. My power may not exceed A P and Sons but it is no less than that. And at this point they cannot even directly intervene because they cannot expose their relationship so soon. And if B.P Entertainment has a problem with this directly, then I will make them pay through their noses, because if I have no problem with the concept and SKY doesn't then let them try and get in my way."

Phillippe felt a shiver race through him at the tone. He suddenly had a feeling that he would enjoy seeing CEO Faye go face to face with their own slimy CEO. 

But what K did was beyond Phillippe and almost made him puke. In a cheesy move that he never thought Adam could pull off, the man placed his chin on his palms in a classic 'flower' pose and made moony eyes at CEO Faye as he said," You are my Hero, babe."

Alice: "o"