For the next six months, I worked side-by-side with Robert, learning the real-life application of everything I had studied in theory. I really enjoyed getting into all aspects of project management, and I knew Robert was impressed with how well I did.
When it came time to get my own program, Robert surprised me by telling me he was moving on to a new position. He was absolutely confident that I had the AGM-62 Mk 3 program under control. I was thrilled because this was an important program with a lot of visibility, and I thanked him for having the confidence in me to make this move. He smiled at me and told me I had done all the work, so he was just getting out of my way.
The day came when I was to officially take over the program. We had a party, and a couple of people from Bethesda showed up to congratulate me. I found out that Robert was moving up to headquarters, and I congratulated him on his promotion. He assured me that he expected to see me up there one day, probably sooner than later. I told him I’d look forward to that and maybe we’d work together again.
August 1972
The word on the grapevine was that Jeff Hauser, the CFO, was coming up for a visit. I remembered the last time he was here when I had been hired. I was looking forward to the chance to see him and thank him for having faith in me. My bosses praised my work, and several procedures I had authored were used on many other projects here and in other Martin Marietta facilities.
I was sitting at my desk, working on the latest budget for the AGM-62 Mk 5 program. With the Vietnam War winding down, Congress was looking to redirect money designated for the war effort to other domestic programs. Although that was to be expected, trying to build a system was frustrating when the funding and requirements kept constantly changing. “Oh, well, that’s why I get paid the big bucks,” I groused as I worked away.
My phone rang, and I answered, “Hello, this is Anna.”
“Anna, this is Mindy.” I smiled at hearing her voice. We had become good friends over the past two years, mainly because we both frequented the gym. She worked out like I did, and we helped spot each other. As much as I loved looking at her body, she was married, and I had no intention of making a pass at her. I valued our friendship above all else.
“Hi! Did you want to go to the gym?” I asked, assuming that’s why she called.
“I’d love to, but that’s not why I called,” answered Mindy. “I need you to come down to my office. There’s someone here who wants to see you.”
“Oh?” I said before it clicked that the rumor of the CFO coming up from headquarters might be true. “Oh! I’ll be right there, Mindy.”
On the way to Mindy’s office, I stopped by the restroom to check myself in the mirror. She waved me in when she saw me, and when I entered, I saw Jeff getting up. He reached out, and I shook his hand as he said, “Anna, it’s good to see you again.”
I noticed his eyes flicked over my body, and a look of approval appeared when I took his hand and shook it. “Hello, Mr. Hauser. It’s good to see you, too,” I said with a smile, looking him directly in the eye.
Jeff indicated for me to sit, and we sat as one. He smiled and said, “Please, Anna, call me Jeff. I’m sure you’re wondering why I’m here and want to see you?”
I smiled back at him and said, “Jeff, I’m pretty sure you’re here to make me another offer I can’t refuse.” One thing I learned about Jeff was that he appreciated people who were direct and didn’t dissemble.
A big smile broke on Jeff’s face as he said, “I like your confidence. As a matter of fact, I am here to make you an offer.” He paused before continuing, “I’m also sure you won’t refuse, either.”
I smiled and said, “If it’s an honest offer, I’m sure I’ll accept it.”
Jeff said, “It is. In fact, I’ve heard nothing but great things since I took a chance on you two years ago. You have impressed the hell out of everybody up to and including the CEO, and, frankly, that makes me look good, too.”
He looked at Mindy before saying, “What I’m about to say is unofficial, and it is not to leave this office.”
Mindy nodded, and Jeff turned back to me and said, “I’m going to be moving on, and before I go, I want to make sure that the finance office is in as great of shape as it can be. I want you to come down to Bethesda and take a position on my staff.”
I smiled at hearing that, confirming my guess that that was why he had come here. “That’s an offer I can’t refuse,” I said.
Jeff nodded again before saying, “It may feel like a demotion at first since you won’t be managing a program anymore, but it will become an important position if you apply yourself to it like I’m sure you’re capable of. It’s something new that I want to implement, and you are the perfect, in fact, the only candidate for it. We’ll be working together at first to ensure the concept will work the way I hope it does.”
I nodded and said, “Jeff, I’m sure that between the two of us, we can make it work or die trying.”
Jeff smiled and said, “Let’s hope it doesn’t come to that. I do know that if it works like I know it can, you’ll certainly be on the inside track to further promotions down the line.”
“That’s why I’m accepting sight unseen, so to speak,” I said.
“Great,” Jeff said, getting to his feet. “I have a meeting I need to attend, and then I have to head back, but I’ll look forward to seeing you in Bethesda soon.”
I stood up and shook Jeff’s hand before he hurried out, leaving me standing there with a bemused look on my face. I turned to Mindy, who was smiling, and said, “Well, that was interesting.”
“Congratulations, Anna, I’m so happy for you,” Mindy said. “Before you ask, I don’t know anything at the moment. Jeff told me he’d contact me to get the paperwork going. He did say that he hoped to have you in Bethesda next month.”
“So, he was sure I’d accept,” I mused out loud. “Well, I’ve got to start handing off my work to my replacement. Any idea who that will be, Mindy?”
“I’ll let you know as soon as I find out,” Mindy answered. “Meanwhile, do you want to hit the gym after lunch?”
“Sure,” I answered. “See you there,” I finished as I left and returned to my office. I had a lot of details to take care of to ensure the program continued in capable hands.
September 1972
The past four weeks have been hectic. One good thing about being management was that I could have my household moved at Martin Marietta’s expense. It would be in storage until I found a place to live. Luckily, they had a block of furnished condos that could be temporarily used until I had a place to call home.
Once settled in, I would be only a three-hour drive from Aunt Sinéad’s home and could visit more often than I had been. When I called and told her about my relocating to Martin Marietta’s headquarters in Bethesda, Maryland, she was as excited as I was. Sionainn was excited, too, and invited me down for a weekend once I could. I promised her I would and looked forward to it.
My first day at headquarters found me in front of my mirror, ensuring my outfit looked nice. I wore a serious-looking three-piece dark-gray business suit with slacks that broke on the toes of my 3” heels, a white button-down shirt, and a matching string tie. I was resigned to not being able to wear less formal outfits, being in headquarters, so I went all-out on making a good first impression.
I turned side to side to ensure my ass looked good and there were no panty lines. I could still feel the last faint remnants of the spanking Sinéad gave me when I visited over the weekend. This spanking was memorable because, for the first time, we invited Sionainn to watch. It was quite a turn-on having Sionainn watch while Sinéad fucked me and spanked me with the boudoir paddle. Sinéad went easy on me because she didn’t want to freak Sionainn out or make it too challenging for me on my first day.
I smiled, remembering Sionainn’s face as she watched us. Afterward, Sinéad and I reassured her that we had both enjoyed it. Sionainn insisted on helping Sinéad apply the cold cream to my ass. I loved having both of them tending to me, and I noticed the looks they exchanged, and I hoped that maybe Sinéad would finally get her wish to spank Sionainn. After all, I hadn’t realized I liked being spanked until the first time Sinéad spanked me.
I took the short drive over to the new Headquarters building that had just been moved into last year. It was an imposing facility with three courtyards in the middle of the three interconnected main structures. I walked into the front entrance and approached the security desk. I gave my name to the serious-looking guard and stepped over to the seating area to wait for someone to come out and get me.
I didn’t have to wait long before a woman came out to greet me. She introduced herself as Melissa Morgan and handed me a temporary badge. We walked past the guard and swiped ourselves through the security door. We got on an elevator and took it to the fifth floor. Melissa led me to Jeff’s office and handed me off to his Personal Assistant (PA), Stephanie. I thanked Melissa as she turned and left.
Stephanie indicated that I sit and then asked how my commute was. I noticed that she was appraising my outfit, which was apparently acceptable. I told her it wasn’t that difficult, being accustomed to the traffic in Boston. That drew a melodic laugh from Stephanie that sent impulses shooting through my body. She then told me Jeff was still on a conference call and asked if I wanted a cup of coffee. I declined the coffee, instead asking for a bottle of sparkling water. Stephanie pulled a bottle of Evian from a small refrigerator behind her desk and handed it to me. I thanked her and took a sip, preparing to wait for as long as it took.
Before I could take a second sip or start a conversation with her, Stephanie’s phone buzzed, and she said, “Jeff will see you now.”
We stood up, and she led me to the office door and opened it for me. I walked through, and she closed it behind me as I approached Jeff’s desk. He stood up, came around the desk, and offered his hand, his eyes taking in my outfit with a look of approval. He smiled as I took his hand. He said, “I’m really looking forward to working with you, Anna. Thanks for coming.”
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