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Meet the New Face of Firewhisky

September, 2097
by: Cameron Grail



Following the unexpected death of the Ogden patriarch, Brogan Ogden, there were some whispers as to who would be thrust onto the throne of the Firewhisky Empire. Would the long-lost son reappear? Would the skateboarding hipster hang up his Vans in trade for a pair of Prada loafers? There was always an obvious enough choice, honestly, but it was with great suspense that the Wizarding World watched on to see if the renowned bad boy was actually done with his naughty ways and ready to tackle the boardroom.

It would seem that the bad boy has indeed renounced his ways and stepped into his father's larger-than-life shadow. It is no secret that the family has had its issues over the years, Garrick Odgen often at the forefront of scandal by and large... but that just makes for a good print, no? That is if the tight-lipped clan ever lets anyone near enough with a camera or simply a pad and pen. I was lucky enough to find the man sitting at the bar of his newest holding; Aeon Blue. It was certainly a treat to have an opportunity to speak the normally reclusive Ogden CEO. Read below for the entire interview!

Daily Prophet: Thank you so much for agreeing to speak with me today, Mr. Ogden! You are a very difficult man to get close to!

Garrick Ogden: Please, do not call me Mr. Ogden. That was my father. You can call me Garrick. And I wouldn't agree with that last statement, actually... I just tend to shy away from those of you holding a press pass.

Daily Prophet: That was an awfully cheeky grin, sir! I had heard that you tend to just... ooze charm. I see that the rumours were indeed true! But all of that aside, how are you finding your transition to patriarch and CEO?

Ogden: Well, we're just diving right in, aren't we? [He then paused to unbutton the top button of his coat and sit back languidly in his seat] I will be taking the reins as CEO of Ogdens Finest only, I do not have the want or the time to take on the "patriarch" role. It's every Ogden for themselves.

But as far as the business side of things go; I have basically been groomed for this exact moment since before I went off to Hogwarts, really. It was not a path I wanted to follow when I was younger, but then again is any teenager keen on being told what to do? [chuckles lightly] I think I had a head start in all of it, though. My father was a brilliant businessman and certainly taught me all that he could at any given opportunity.

Daily Prophet: That's good to know that you don't feel out of your depth! But I have to wonder... what do the other Ogdens in the brood think of your ascension to the head of the family?

Ogden: [laughs more naturally now] I am sure you are well aware that everyone else has their own lives.

Daily Prophet: So you're saying it fell into your lap because you were the only one around? I find that hard to believe.

Ogden: Don't go putting words in my mouth, love. I simply said everyone has their own lives. No one is upset and, in fact, my cousins and brother have been nothing short of amazingly supportive throughout this all. I couldn't say that I would be where I am now without them all having my back.

Daily Prophet: So there was no petty in fighting or dramatic scenes behind closed doors? That is mildly disappointing...

Is it true that Witch Weekly recently contacted you for a full spread for the Eligible Bachelor edition? And that you not so much declined, but actually guffawed into the phone before rudely hanging up?

Ogden: [tenses visibly] Where do you get your information from? And that is not something I will comment on at this time. You can stick to the business side of things as agreed, or this interview is over...

Daily Prophet: Seems as though I may have struck a nerve.

Ground just broke on your newest distillery in Monte Carlo. Is it true that your cousin and yourself got into a bit of a scrape while in a casino after the ceremony? Is that how the Ogdens Finest brand will run now?

Ogden: [stands abruptly] The Ogden Firewhisky brand is in good hands with myself and my team making new and exciting strides in expansion. I thank you kindly for your interest and for meeting me on my terms. [strides away]


While the Man Forged In Firewhisky seems to be one of few words, it is my belief that there is more to him than most see. Keep your eyes peeled here for more information if it unfolds. I wouldn't be surprised if there was more scandal than we can shake our wands at in the future!


OOC: authorship credit: Erindipity
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