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CLEMENT FROST - MEETING WITH MR. RACKET
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After showering and changing, Clem headed off to the address that Mr. Racket had given him. When he got there, he was surprised to see a house instead of an office building. Was this Mr. Racket's home, because if it was, it was HUGE!
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Clem walked up the walkway and knocked on the door. The door was opened by a butler and Clem was ushered inside and asked to wait. The butler ascended some stairs and Clem was left to look around. He spied a painting on the wall and walked over and looked at it more closely. Was that an Andy Warhol painting? No way, that must be a copy. An original would cost like...a million simoleons.
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The butler returned and asked Clem to follow them.
Clem pointed to the painting on the wall: "Um...is that an Andy Warhol by chance?"
Butler: "Yes, it is."
Clem: "Like a copy, right?"
Butler: "No, it is an original. All the paintings in the house are originals. Mrs. Racket is a Patron of the Arts, and I do believe that Mr. Racket purchased that one for her recently."
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Clem let out a low whistle: "So, um any idea of how much that painting is worth?"
Butler: "To my recollection, Mr. Racket paid $98 million simoleons at auction. But I believe the value has increased since then. Mr. Racket is a very shrewd businessman and is very astute in his investments. Now, if you'll follow me, we shouldn't keep Mr. Racket waiting."
Clem just shook his head wondering what a rich guy like Mr. Racket would want with someone like him.
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The butler knocked discreetly on the door and then announced that Mr. Clement Frost was here.
Clem entered the room, and saw another sim sitting there. It was that Dennis dude who had come to the gym and had spoken to him.
Mr. Racket stood up and came over and shook Clem's hand, "Mr. Clement Frost, so glad that you could make the meeting..."
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Mr. Racket them asked Clem if he wanted anything to drink, which Clem declined, and then Mr. Racket told the butler that they were not to be disturbed. He asked Clem to sit down and he took a seat behind the desk.
Mr. Racket began: "Mr. Frost, I believe you already know Dennis...."
Clem looked at Dennis and nodded.
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Mr. Racket: "Dennis won't be staying for the meeting today. I just wanted to have him here as a familiar face for you, so you knew that my offer was valid..."
Dennis: "Thanks for coming, Mr. Frost. I hope that we will be working together soon." And with that Dennis left the room.
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After the door closed, Mr. Racket spoke, "Mr. Frost, I am sure you are wondering why I called this meeting with you..."
Clem: "Yeah, kind of. I mean I'm a nobody. You live in a fancy place and obviously have simoleons. So, yeah, what's the catch here? Why do you want me to work for you?"
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Mr. Racket: "Mr. Frost..."
Clem: "You can call me Clem..."
Mr. Racket smiled: "Of course. Well, Clem, I've been following your fights, and frankly I am impressed. You know, before I invest in anything, I do my research, and I have done my research on you, Clem."
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Clem: "Yeah, so I heard...not sure where you got all that info, but, yeah...I'm kind of in a bind right now. If I wasn't, I wouldn't be here..."
Mr. Racket: "Yes...I heard...you owe some simoleons to the Bagley Family, and might have problems paying them back. I don't know how you got involved with them, Clem, but they are very bad news. A family of hoodlums, really, only wanting to take advantage of hard-working sims like yourself..."
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Clem: "Yeah, well I needed some funds to pay the boxing gym...and I was on a roll...won 5 straight boxing matches in a row. I thought...well I thought it wouldn't be a problem paying them back...but then today...well...I lost the match..."
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Mr. Racket nodded his head, "Yes, it happens, Clem. We get down on our luck sometimes, and life doesn't give us many choices. But sometimes...sometimes we just need someone to give us a helping hand in order to succeed. And that's what I want to do for you, Clem..."
Clem: "I don't understand..."
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Mr. Racket: "Well, let's just say you remind me a bit of myself. I wasn't always the sim I am now. When I was about your age, I was down on my luck, too. Lived on the streets, but I was determined to be a somebody and I did whatever I had to do to survive. But sometimes I didn't make good choices. Like getting into a poker game with the leader of a gang. I won fair and square, but when I left the club, the gang members were waiting for me. Said I cheated. They took all of my simoleons, and beat me up, and left me for dead. And I would have probably died that night, if it hadn't been for a passer-by who brought me to his house, patched me up, and took me under his wing. The man helped me so much and treated me like his own son. He had faith in me and...said I was a quick learner, and had the attitude to get far in life. So, he showed me everything he knew about this business, MBO Views, and when he passed, he willed the business to me. So, I guess you could say that I am "paying it forward" and want to help you the same way he helped me..."
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Clem was silent for a moment and just looked at the stock tickers on the wall spewing out numbers on the stock market.
Clem: "But why me? Why do you want me to join your organization?"
Mr. Racket: "Well, a lot of the sims in our organization are getting on in years. So, we are currently recruiting. But we are not looking for just anyone. We need someone who is hard-working and trustworthy. Someone who can be trained from the bottom up. Someone who has that drive and ambition to succeed...someone like you."
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Clem: "So, let's say I was interested in joining, what does your company do exactly? What would I have to do?"
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Mr. Racket: "Well, MBO Views helps our clients solve their business problems. We have very high profile customers, in all parts of the Simworld, who pay very well for our services. In fact, the first job that we had in mind for you was a surveillance job. This particular client is very interested in purchasing a plot of land in Willow Creek, but he heard that some of the residents have some secrets, and needs us to research them. And that is where you would come in. We'd put you up in a house in Willow Creek, and all you would have to do is get to know the neighbors. You would just have to write up a report on all the neighbors and then submit it. But it would have to be a very thorough report...get to really know the neighbors, find out if they are hiding anything. Our client is a bit paranoid and doesn't want to move into a neighborhood where any unsavory sims might live. I'm sure you understand..."
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Clem: "So, how come someone in your organization can't do this research? I mean, you did all this research on me..."
Mr. Racket: "Excellent question. Well, doing research on one sim is less difficult than doing research on 15-20 sims. That takes time, and our client doesn't have much time because there is someone else bidding on the lot. So, we really need a hands-on sim in the neighborhood. Someone these sims will trust."
Clem: "Yeah, that makes sense, but I'm just not sure this is my thing. When Dennis told me that you were interested in me because of my fights, I figured that maybe your company had something to do with boxing..."
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Mr. Racket: "Oh, Clem, but that's the thing...your boxing will be key to meeting the neighbors. There is a gym in Willow Creek, and I know that you will want to keep in shape for your matches, and a lot of sims go there to work out. A most natural way to get to know everyone. And for them to get to know you even better, we will be sponsoring you for your boxing matches. You won't have to worry about any gym fees or match fees...and I am sure you would draw quite a crowd. And soon, all the neighbors will be wanting to know more about you...inviting you into their homes...hanging out with you. And the payout for winning a fight would be substantially more than you are earning now...how does $5,000 simoleons a match sound to you?"
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Clem sounded excited: "$5,000 simoleons if I win a match?"
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Mr. Racket: "Yes, and that's just the start. Just think about it Clem...the Bagley Family would be paid off, and all your other debts paid in full. No more living in a dive apartment or working at some low level jobs. We'll get you the best trainer and the right promoter...and soon the word will spread...you'll be invited to parties...and you'll be famous in your own right...never having to worry about simoleons and living the life that you were meant to live. And all the while, you would be learning the ropes of MBO Views, taking other assignments, advancing in the organization, and pretty soon you'll own your own boxing gym, and be able to recruit and train new boxers. A possible way for you to "pay it forward" for someone else. As I said, Clem, I see myself in you...I just want to help you reach your dreams..."
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Clem was daydreaming a bit thinking about the simoleons he would make...and his future. What the heck, this guy had faith in him. And pretty soon, he might be living in a place like this, too. And all he had to do was get some dirt on some sims, which didn't seem too hard. And in exchange, Mr. Racket was going to sponsor him in boxing. Even get him a trainer. Geez, he'd be a fool to pass up a deal like this.
Mr. Racket: "Clem, I know this has been a long day, and I want you to think about it and make the right decision. No pressure. I have a prior engagement and have to leave to attend an art charity auction with my wife. But, you stay here. Enjoy yourself. In fact, I'll call my personal masseuse to give you a massage. You must be rather sore after your boxing match. A nice massage will help. And the butler can cook you anything you like, and feel fee to help yourself to a glass of wine or beer...or whatever suits you. My wife and I will be staying elsewhere tonight, so please relax and enjoy yourself. I'll come by in the morning and we'll talk some more..."
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Clem: "No, I don't have to think about it Mr. Racket. I'm in. I'll help your client, get to know these sims...it doesn't seem that hard. And...uh...thank you Mr. Racket for taking a chance on me. I won't let you down..."
Mr. Racket: "I am happy you feel that way, Clem. Now, I have some papers for you to sign...employment stuff really...and an exclusivity contract for the boxing portion. I mean we'll be investing in you, so we want to ensure that you're going to stay with us for a long time. But you can read the papers over and give them to me in the morning..."
Clem: "No, it's fine. I know all about these employment forms, so I'll just sign them now..."
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Clem quickly scrawled his signature on the forms, and Mr. Racket took them from him and extended his hand, "Clem, welcome to the organization. This is the start of a new life for you..."
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There was a knock on the door and an attractive young woman came inside.
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Mr. Racket, "Ah, Serena, you've arrived. This is Mr. Clement Frost. He was in a boxing match today and needs a massage. I want you to take good care of him and provide him with whatever he wants..."
Serena nodded and glanced at Clem, "Yes, Mr. Racket..."
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Mr. Racket, "Oh, and Serena, please consult with Mr. Frost on his dinner preferences, and ask the butler to prepare it for him. And I would greatly appreciate it if you could show Mr. Frost around the house. I have a prior engagement and must leave."
Mr. Racket nodded to Clem: "Enjoy your evening, Clem. Tomorrow, I will arrange a limo to pick you up to collect your belongings at your apartment and bring you to Willow Creek. Please be ready to leave at 9am..." and with that Serena and Clem left the office.
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As soon as they did, Mr. Racket made a quick call, "He signed the papers. It was almost too easy. Have the security cameras installed in that house in Willow Creek tonight. He'll be arriving tomorrow. And, great research on the Boxing Gym's Manager and how he was pilfering funds to support his wife's "little habit". He made a wise decision in choosing to turn a blind eye in the "weight division" for that match today or he'd be behind bars right now. And, yes, Clem's "date"...I figured she'd cave. That high society broad didn't want those revealing pics of her leaked to the press, of that magazine shoot she did a few years' back. Would have really hurt her reputation. Well worth the grand that we spent to get the photos. Left Clem no other option but to come to us. With what you told me, if it had been a clean fight, Clem would have won, but then he wouldn't have been so desperate. Give him a week to get settled in Willow Creek and then set-up a boxing match. Invite the high rollers to come out and see the new investment opportunity they might be interested in. Oh and please make a donation on my behalf to Ted Roswell's mayoral campaign. Can't thank him enough for the lead he gave us on Clem. Clement Frost doesn't know it yet, but he's going to make us a lot of simoleons and be indebted to us forever..."
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Notes:
Thanks to this simmer for the build.
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I renovated the house and added a lot of paintings, completely changed the master bedroom, and added some items to the office.
While I was playing, the job offer popped up to start in the Criminal Career as a Minor Crimelord (Rank 5), so that is where he will be starting. Ironically, Marcus Flex was the one who called, who I had thought would be the perfect trainer for Clem for his boxing career. lol
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Serena Sinclair is a Maxis pre-made sim who came with the Spa Day game pack, and I just downloaded her in my game.
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Clem will also be working on the Villainous Valentine (I have never attempted this aspiration before), but will be focusing mainly on the Chief of Mischief & Public Enemy Aspirations.