Honolulu, Hawaiʻi
Two Days Later
While Jacob Stone sat behind his desk, a makeup artist hovered over him, delicately applying mosaic powder with a makeup brush on his face and neck.
“What’s this for?” Jacob squirmed as the powder was applied.
“Sit still, Mr. Stone. I need to finish applying it to your forehead. It eliminates shine…” She dabbed a little more on his nose. “…will absorb perspiration and keep your skin tone even while you’re on camera.”
He tried holding back a smile once explained the reason. Publicity for his firm was a top priority and would drive more clients to his door.
“One more thing,” the makeup artist said as she applied lip balm.
“Five more minutes,” the cameraman announced.
Jacob’s skin appeared more bronze with the mosaic powder, which contrasted with h
