A Rolex, made of 24 carat white gold, with a marble centre. This gift, however, was not simply a representation of our business’ amassed wealth and success, but a sentimental one, with an engraved message on the back. Jacob and I go way back, to a time, a better time - where we could hardly read and write. Responsibility did not shape our lives, and we had the joy of experiencing new things every day for the first time. That is no longer the case, nor should I wish it to be. How might I? What a riveting life I lead! Anyone’s for that matter. It is simply a matter of perspective. The sound of sirens and cabs passing howls through the cityscape, and bone - chilling winds smack against my frame as a wave to a ship. I wear the warm buzz of the alcohol almost as a coat, warming my chest and face. Two men stand across the street from the club, wearing finely ironed, navy - blue blazers, blood red ties, and suit trousers to match. They stand directly below a streetlight, just in front of what I gather to be a law firm. The man on the left passes over a
Perspective By Braeden V, Year 9
Thin air fills my lungs, as I lumber out of the nightclub. The smell of whisky on my breath as I exhale, and the metallic taste of blood seeping onto my tongue from my split lip. A wonderful night and a momentous day in passing. City lights sprawl across the greyed sky, and a rainy mist fills the quiet night. I glare down at my brand - new watch; a gift from a lifelong friend, who also happens to be my business partner. He was here with me this night, in the club, that is. We shared drinks with another cherished friend and business partner of ours, toasting to the signing of yet another major client - although this was different. This piece of business was life - changing, what we in the industry would regard as ‘whale’ clientele. A monthly fee so colossal... featuring so many zero’s - you're inclined to read over the annual fee twice! The watch is gorgeous.
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