Part Time Star Full Time Dad - Chapter 47

|Third Pov|

“When we get home let’s put it in a frame” Said Grace with a warm smile.

‘I want to wear it!’ Signed Bella excitedly

“Good Idea,” Said Grace happily

“Sorry Umm should I call you A.M.D, Dad or do you prefer Theodore?” Asked Grace with back to being emotionless mannequin while her voice was sincere.

“Please just call me Theodore or Theo that Dad name was kind of a happy accident,” Said Theodore nervously

“Got It besides being a fan, I wanted to talk business with you,” Said Grace

Grace sat down next to her Dad (Mr Thompson) with Bella on her lap and said “I’ve never read any manga or comics but after watching the Sole Piece story I couldn’t help but be fascinated by the clothes that the characters wear”

She then reached into her bag and pulled out a bunch of sketches to show and said “For instance, Luffy’s outfit is relatively simple but yet it feels fresh and the use of colour is just as beautiful. Robins black, I presume leather jacket dress with a whit poker dot collared shirt and black knee-high boots. A powerful look that I’m certain many women would love to attempt”

Ten minutes of Grace’s constant praises with Bella also expressing her favourite characters passed before realising she had forgotten her point and said “Ah sorry I still haven’t said what type of cooperation I want”

“It’s okay, I kinder understood what type of cooperation based on the subject matter. So is that you want to reproduce my Sole Piece characters clothes or is it something else?” Said, Theodore

“Yes, I would like to reproduce the clothes under my company Vague & Finer specifically StrawHat’s but I would also like to invite you on to be a designer for Vague & Finer,” Said Grace

“I understand that some of the styles do standout and would be highly appreciated by my fans but you must realise that it might not be popular among those who don’t know Sole Piece. Luffy’s outfit as you said is simple and colourful but to regular people, it might come off as generic and even poor” Said Theodore

“You don’t realise the market your name currently possess. I checked your name under the Global Trends site and found that you are highly sought after in the east. If you don’t know already every company in the west try to be acknowledged by eastern countries because it’s so profitable. That’s why Hollywood is willing to bend the knee to any of China’s demands when it comes to their movies being shown in overseas theatres. If I announce that you have become a designer under my company It will also be known by your eastern fans. I can then confidently open a branch in said countries” Said Grace with her overly excited voice and cold face.

Theodore thought it over before remembering his trusty agent “What do you think Mary?”

“As your agent, I think this a great opportunity but. ” Said, Mary

‘Mommy I’m gonna play with my toys” Signed Bella before got off Graces lap during this and went to the corner of the room to dig through her box full of toys.

She then looked at Grace and said ” please don’t be offended when I say this, we must first do our own research into your brand to make sure that it is a worth associating Theo’s name to it. By this, I’m referring to any past controversy that might affect Theodore image. And from what you had said your company would be gaining a lot of benefits and Theo would only be gaining an extra source of income” Said Mary slowly

Grace spoke quickly and said “I understood that It might seem like I would be benefiting more but what if I gave 70% a share in the Sole Piece series sales and a 2% share in the company. Truthfully I want to use your name as an entry point into the eastern market”

*Gulp*

Mary and Theodore were taken back by her confidence and willingness to spend so much with just the chance of reaching more customers.

Mary recollected her thoughts and said “We will still have to do some research just to play it safe, but if any companies do make an offer we will be sure to tell you”

While they talked business Bella was playing in the corner. Theodore instinctively looked towards her as he felt her burning gaze.

Noticing that no one but Theodore looked her she secretly signed ‘Will I ever see Dad again after this?’

Theodore signed back privately ‘I don’t know maybe? You can see me on my streams?’

Bella gave a grumpy frown while her cheeks inflated as her face turned red before shaking her head side to side.

Bella then signed ‘But I want to see Dad like this. Do you think mommy is pretty like Cinderella?’

Theodore choked at her question before honestly replying ‘She’s beautiful, just like her pretty and smart daughter’

Bella shows an innocent and happy smile as she signs ‘Thank you. Don’t worry Dad I’ll visit you lots’

“Huh” Theodore was at a lost at what she meant by that before he looked back at Grace and Mary talking about further operations.

“What’s your opinion on Theo’s appearance” Asked Mary

“Clear grey endearing eyes, flawless skin, smooth black hair, sharp facial features, long legs, healthy. He has a perfect body and face for modelling” Said Grace while analysing Theodore

Theodore gave a small chuckle and added “You forgot to mention my charming smile”

“I’ve had thoughts on Theodore doing some modelling and this a perfect opportunity to try it out. If he models the Sole Piece series then its credibility will go up a notch” Said Mary

“I couldn’t agree more but I would like to add you to that proposition,” Said Grace causing Mary’s brows to raise in confusion.

Seeing Mary’s face she “Much like Theodore you also have the figure and face to be a model. I will even add myself as a model if you feel embarrassed and with some help from Theodore I’m sure we can come up with something that kids might like, and then have our Bella and Rose pose together”

Theodore shook his head and said “I’m not sure about that. It’s true I occasionally do streams with Rose but I’ve recently been toning it down after reading that early exposure for children is not healthy and can cause anxiety”

“You really don’t need to worry. The photoshoot will not be crowded or be overwhelming. If necessary we can just be our lot with an Ultra Def BoxCam. And in all honesty, it’s just a picture people will be more interested in us than the kids” Said Grace entirely understanding Theo’s worries

Theodore replied proudly “You are severely underestimating the incomprehensible cuteness that is my baby, Rose. Such cuteness can cause even the manliest of men to voice his thought with the high pitched voice of a prepubescent girl and proceed to call her cute”

Mary lightly coughed and said “Don’t mind Theo, It’s a weeb thing. So how did Vague & Finer come about”

Grace replied with a nod and said “Well, Mom got me into art at a young age and then Dad wanted me to pursue a more grounded career so that I can provide for myself. At 20 I got scouted by passing model agent. During modelling years, I got a feel for the fashion industry and began to take an interest before finally becoming a designer and building my own company”

An hour passed quickly as they watched performance after performance with little skits every now and then. Through they ate food, laughed and sang along as it was a merry occasion.

Theodore had actually donated $2000 which amounts to one or two days of streaming. Despite being somewhat rich Theodore is not one to spend money.

Growing up the only thing he spent money on was his console, PC, games, cheap clothes and some food.

And when he was dirt poor and had Rose it basically turned to food, diapers, baby clothes and more food.

Most of his streaming money goes into Rose college funding and a savings account that just for rainy days.

Theodore currently makes on average $1,500 daily. His card currently holds $10,000, his savings sitting at a comfortable $15,000 while Rose’s college funding is at $20,000.

In a month he makes $45,000, which is thanks to his thirst female viewers and to his fellow weebs that like his Sole Piece manga and Batman comic.

(Note: Just so you know only a month had passed since the first chapter)

Theodore, for the time being, was now watching his clone who is at Davids place put Rose to sleep next to Lilly. Rose was a tad bit uncomfortable with sleeping in a place that isn’t her bed or in her grandma’s bed but after a story a lullaby she fell asleep.

Seeing that Rose fell asleep Theodore signed and said “Finally”

Once again the show began to show clips of people struggling to live whether it be a homeless man or family trying to feed themselves.

Just as the clips began to play there was a knock at the door.

*Knock, Knock, Knock*

The door opened as Mr Thompson’s bodyguard popped his head in and said “Mr Hunt, your on in 10 please be behind the curtains before then”

“Look I’m up. Cheer me on” Said Theodore before heading out.

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