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Subject: {ASSM} Association - Prologue by Adrian Hunter and Chelsea Shepard (bd, Mf, nc)
Date: Mon,  7 Oct 2002 11:10:02 -0400
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Association (a serial bdsm novel)
By Adrian Hunter and Chelsea Shepard



PROLOGUE

International Fashion Council Memorandum

Extract from the minutes of the monthly board meeting
Point 35-c: Cover for Annual Report

The Executive Director motioned to discuss the cover for the association's 
annual report.  The ensuing discussion resulted in general agreement that 
the theme should focus on the IFC's new initiative to promote leather 
apparel to a worldwide audience.

The Secretary opened the floor to suggestions for an umbrella slogan to 
encompass the myriad qualities of leather as a suitable material for haute 
couture designs.  Additional discussion centered on leather's benefits, with 
a general consensus that the proposed wording would have to accurately 
deliver the desired value messages in a simple headline that would also lend 
itself to graphic interpretation.

Several themes were proposed and subsequently rejected.  Finally, the 
Chairman put forward "The Economy of Movement" as a suitable slogan that 
subtly reinforced the association's ongoing efforts to reduce its operating 
costs in light of the growing number of complaints regarding excessive 
expenses incurred by the executive committee.

After a brief brainstorm session, the board agreed to move forward with the 
Chairman's recommendation, as well as his strong preference to assign the 
project to the creative design firm of Geoffrey Sorenson Ltd.  Given the 
critical importance of the leather initiative for the association, the 
Chairman urged the board to provide Mr. Sorenson with absolute freedom in 
regard to the composition of the cover and the interior pages of the annual 
report.

The Board selected Executive Director-elect Sabrina Taylor to travel to 
Sorenson's studios to supervise the photography sessions for the cover.  It 
was also suggested that Taylor should serve as the model for the project, as 
it would be a unique opportunity to introduce her to those members who have 
not yet made her acquaintance.  After a brief debate, it was decided that 
Taylor would research and contact other professional models for 
consideration.

A detailed proposal for the project will be drafted by the board for 
immediate review and approval.

The board of directors voted unanimously in favor of the recommendation, 
with Taylor abstaining.

***

 From the desk of Geoffrey Sorenson

May 25

On behalf of Geoffrey Sorenson Ltd., we happily accept the International 
Fashion Council's proposal regarding principal photography for the 
association's annual report, and look forward to making the acquaintance of 
Ms. Taylor in the near future.

Sincerely yours,

Geoffrey Sorenson
President and Chief Creative Officer
Geoffrey Sorenson Ltd.

***

27 May

Dearest Geoffrey,

Forgive my use of an ancient typewriter, but I don't trust the phones, and I 
can't get away to meet with you in person.

I am very pleased you have accepted the assignment to design and photograph 
the association's annual report. However, I'm afraid there's more to this 
project than a few pretty pictures. Specifically, the board of directors 
finds itself in rather urgent need of your expertise in the field of, shall 
we say, international export of perishable goods.

As you know, one of our senior staff members, Sabrina Taylor, has been 
assigned to supervise the project on-site at your studios. When she returns, 
Ms. Taylor is scheduled to take over as Executive Director of the 
International Fashion Council in accordance with her surprise victory in 
last month's election. While the board did its best to maintain the status 
quo, her platform of complete disclosure struck a resonant chord with the 
membership, and the votes in her favor were substantially higher than those 
cast for the incumbent.

This unexpected turn of events is most unfortunate. While the board is 
legally required to promote Ms. Taylor, suffice it to say we do not share 
her enthusiasm for a complete audit of the association's records, 
specifically in regard to some expense vouchers which will be difficult to 
justify to outside professionals. In fact, we are quite certain the 
investigation will quickly escalate into more troublesome encounters with 
law enforcement representatives, not to mention tax-compliance officers.

Therefore, we find ourselves in a bit of a tight spot, and feel compelled to 
take drastic measures that will ensure Ms. Taylor's proposed financial 
review does not occur. I trust you to make the necessary arrangements in 
your usual thorough manner.

I am confident that your efforts will be more than amply rewarded by the 
final purchase price negotiated with your friends in Hong Kong. However, if 
you need any additional funds, please don't hesitate to give me a shout.

Thanks again for helping out an old friend. I presume you will know what to 
do with this letter, but just in case, I have taken the liberty of enclosing 
a book of matches.

Best regards,
A

***

 From the desk of Geoffrey Sorenson

May 29

A,

Got your note, and thanks for sending along the photographs of Ms. Taylor, 
too. Based on her considerable "qualifications," I am quite confident that a 
mutually-satisfactory transaction can be arranged. Give my best to the 
board, and please assure them that your "problem" is as good as solved.

GS

***

International Fashion Council Memorandum

Date:		June 1
To: 		Geoffrey Sorenson
From: 		Sabrina Taylor
Subject: 	Annual Report Project

Thank you for your recent telephone call; it was a pleasure to finally make 
your acquaintance.

While I continue to have strong reservations about the Chairman's proposed 
theme, I have come to agree that "The Economy of Movement" will magnify the 
qualities of leather as a chic, yet cost-effective alternative to other 
materials for today's fashions.

At the request of the board, I have enclosed a detailed list of my body 
measurements.  Since I do not share the board's enthusiasm for posing for 
the annual report myself,  I have also forwarded résumés and portfolio 
samples from several fashion models whom I think will better capture the 
approach we discussed. I will leave it to you to choose the most suitable 
one(s) and arrange for her/their participation in the project as required.

Please don't hesitate to contact me if you have any additional questions. 
Otherwise, I look forward to meeting you and your team in person.

ST

***

VIA WESTERN UNION

JUNE 6
TO: DAV IWATA/HONG KONG

NEW PRODUCT AVAILABLE STOP PHOTO SENT STOP DETERMINE INTEREST STOP

GS

***

VIA WESTERN UNION

JUNE 7
REPLY TO: GEOFFREY SORENSON

GOOD NEWS STOP SCHEDULING 2 WEEK AUCTION STOP PREFERENCE PONY STOP HAVE FUN 
STOP

DI

***

VIA WESTERN UNION

JUNE 8
REPLY TO: DAV IWATA

TIMING OK STOP CLEANING BARN STOP

GS

(Continued in Association - Day 1)


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