Chapter 1- Intervention?

Harveys POV
Do you ever leave this office lately, I heard someone ask. I didnt even have to
look up to know it was Ethan.
Dont need to as it turns out. Food can be delivered and that side room is perfect
for sleeping and bathing. You know that the Torres account has been really stressing
me out. Nothing more stressful than an old Spanish cartel man protecting is hard
earned and cleaned drug money. Im glad it came to me clean because I wouldve
hate having to tell him no and turn down. I say finally looking up at Ethan.
This is true. I guess you have to count your blessing right?
Right. Anyway, what are you doing here dont you have your own empire to run. I
inquire. I dont understand how he gets any work done. All he does it hang out here
and party. Even before I was in my slump I worked more than him.
Yes, I do. Im running as we speak. Im taking a break in between meetings.
Thought I would come see if you were still here. Plus, your mom called and said she
was worried because you didnt call or come over yesterday for Sunday dinner. I
admits with a sad and scared look on his face. I know that look my mom can be very
scary especially when she demanding something. She gets like a Mama bear
protecting her cubs where we are concerned. She worries too much.
My mom worries too much. I tell her this all the time. Im a grown man I dont need
her watching guard all the time. If thats all you came for was to play messenger
than thanks and now you can leave I have work to do. I tell him, hoping he will see
my dismissal and leave but nope worrying again. He just stands and walks closer to
the desk and looks me directly in my face. He looks serious I havent seen him this
serious in a while.
As a matter of fact, that isnt all I came for. Im worried about you too. You sleep eat
drink and breathe work. You havent been out to this building in almost a month.
Dude, whats wrong? You know you can tell me. This isnt you and you know if I
dont break you your mother will and her wrath will be worse than me. Just come
clean Im here to help. I promise.
His speech shocks me. Its not that I didnt know he cared for me its just that he
seemed so sincere. Usually he is always joking; this serious side of him scares me.
And excites you.
What no!!! Ethan is my best friend. I dont think of them that way but sometimes I
cant help but notice his blinding smile, or his laugh or the way his suits seem like a
second sk-. STOP THAT.
Why, you like it. Its the truth.
No, its not. This why Ive been digger myself dipper into work. These thoughts
haunt and confuse. And as long as Im not talking to anyone who knows me Im
good. I need to get him out of here so my brain can clear up.
Eth, Im flattered that you're worried about me. Really, I am but Im all good you
know. Work has been so crazy I havent had time to leave. Most nights I fall asleep
at my desk and so it makes no sense to go home. There is no pressing reason for
me to go home. Now, stop worrying and go make money. In a week when this deal
is over with well hang out I promise. I might van let you come over for Sunday
dinner. I assure hoping it will be enough for him to calm done enough to relay back

to my mom that Im good. Because I know the minute he leaves hes calling her.
Once she thinks something she is like a dog with a bone.
Alright, alright. If you say you're good I l believe you. But Im holding you too that.
A week and then its Eth&Harv back at it. He declares on his way out.
Good Im glad that worked. I thought it might take more than that. I love him I do
but recently being around him just stares up too many thoughts. Thoughts Im not
ready to deal with. A while after his departure I attempt to go back to work when my
phone rings.
Harvey Regal
Harvey Bradley Regal. AS I live and breathe.
Hi, mom. I know she is pissed. She only uses my full name when her top is about
to blow.
Dont hi mom. You are in so much trouble mister. I mean it. I have been calling
you for a week and nothing. I had to send Ethan to see if you were still alive and he
says you alive. Much to my shock because here I was thinking the only reason my
oldest child wouldnt answer the calls of his mother would be because he is dead.
And then I call your office phone and you answer without hesitation. I told your
father giving you the reins was too soon but noooooo. He said. He said hes ready
Angela. He can do this. No one listens to me anymore. She tells me I can hear the
worry in her voice,
Mom calm down. Im not dead and I have been avoiding your calls. My cell has
been dead for days. I havent needed because Ive been at the office. I thought that
whoever called my cell would have my office phone and email and could reach me
either way. I apologize for missing them, causing you to worry and missing Sunday
dinner. This Torres deal is stressing me out so Ive been working nonstop. Im sorry.
This deal is wrapping up in a week so how about when it does I come over for the
weekend. How does next Friday sound? I know this will get me on her good side.
She loves when I come home,
Good. It sounds great. Thats why you're my favorite son. I love you and be safe.
Take care of yourself and call me more. I need to hear from my baby boy.
Mom Im not not a baby.
Youll always be my baby. I love you.
Love you too.
And then the line was dead. My mom is the best and I do miss our talks. Lately Ive
been avoiding them because I dont want her to see through me. My mom can read
me like a book she has memorized. That scares me because I dont want her to
figure out whats wrong with me but I do. I need to get my shit together because Im
going to spend next weekend at home. As Im gathering my thoughts my secretary
Julie walks in.
Mr. Regal your 2 oclock is here, sir.
Send him in and please bring refreshments. I command softly.
Julie has been with the company for about 7 years. She worked for my father when
no one else could. Shes happily married with 2 kids making her easy to keep
everything professional yet friendly without crossing any lines. She doesnt take any
of my shit and puts me in my place when needed. My mom loves her they get on
like the best of friends. Shes another one of her spies. Soon, after Julie left she

returned with my 2 oclock Mr. Benz and refreshments. She was in and put quickly
and quietly. We sat and began discussing business.
Ethans POV
Somethings up with Harvey. Ive never seen him like this before. Dont get me
wrong he has sometimes when he closes off from the world but never from me or
his family. This is new territory for me. Ive never had to get so serious with him
before. That BS he told me about work I knew was a lie but I need him to blame that
I believe and trust him because if he doesnt hell shut down and Ill never know.
Whatever it is, I can get through to him. It just will take time Ill wait the week like
he said. Then Ill see if hes back to his old self. I mean truly back and not just faking
for my benefit.
AS I reach my office building my phone buzzes. Its Ashley my newest bed partner.
She is gorgeous and great in bed but she is a little clingy. I dont do clingy. The two
people who I let tell me what to do are Harvey and his mom. Mrs. Regal is nice but
also a Mama bear. Ever since I and Harvey became friends she has taken me under
her wing. I became like a second son to them and so I know she has my best
interest at her. And Harvey well weve been friends for almost 10 years. I cant
imagine myself without our friendship. Thats how I know something is what with
him, I can sense it.
I look down at the text.
Ashley: you busy tonight?
Me: No, what do you have in mind?
Ashley: We can eat in and then you can eat out. For as long as you want.
Me: I like the sound of that. Ill text when I leave the office so you can meet me at
my house.
I put my phone away and head into my office. I dont need to see her response. I
know shell be there. Hopefully having mind blowing sex with Ashley will help clear
my brain and I can think of a way to help Harvey but for now its time to work. Like
Harvey said I have an Empire to run.