Exclaimer: I am not the writer to this exciting story. But I am proud to introduce a Beautiful Mind and Soul, Convan. Thanks for allowing me to re-post this article on my blog.
Written and Publish on Nov 26 2005, 12:28 AM
KK can't be sure if he believes Mach but he figures that Mach don't have to cook up any excuse for himself. He asks wearily, "Why are you doing this then? Mach, you are the most respected person in this industry! You are a star and power player, why do you want to be a pimp for others?"
"You don't understand the business model, KK. Brains is never enough in this business, you have to know what tickles your clients and what pisses them off. You have to understand them on a personal level in order to clinch all these million dollar deals. These tactics of playing up to their preference dictates whether you are able to snatch the deals from your competitors." Mach says matter of factly.
KK shakes his head slowly and pleads, "Sorry Mach, I just can't reason with you. As my superior, I appreciate your honesty to me but on a personal level, I have to ask you to leave and give me some space." Mach nodded and left.
KK plunges onto the queen size bed, he is confused. He has looked up to Mach as his mentor and idol. He is in awe of the eloquence and quick thinking of Mach, he is extremely impressed with Mach?s coolness and stability during meetings with the most difficult clients and takes his hat off to Mach's ability to wrestle deals from competitors without badmouthing any one of them.
But now, all those times have proved to be nothing more than a fa硤e. He does not condone the kind of tactics that Mach use but he could not go against his superior, he feels lousy and badly needs to talk to someone to share his agony.
KK is standing by the window pane, looking out at the night traffic when his mobile rings, he takes a look at the number and realizes it is Issac. "Hello Issac!" KK greets. "Hi KK! Am I disturbing you?" Issac says cheerily at the other line.
"No, you are not disturbing me. I am just looking out at the night traffic here. What's up?" KK says. "I tried calling Mach but he is not picking up my calls. Is he with you now?" Issac queries. KK takes a deep breathe and says, "He was here earlier but left. I am not sure where he is now though."
"Oh! It's ok. I just want to chat with him, that's all. Eh, you ok? You sounds a little weird, you alright?" Issac asks worriedly. KK has always felt comfortable talking to Issac, to him, Issac is one of the very few honest and straightforward friends he have. He admires Issac for his self confidence and courage for never hiding his sexual orientation.
And to him, Issac is the only one that he can talk to in an intellect manner and not be offended. Issac also understands him well and always is the first one to notice his dull mood. He wants to tell Issac about what had happened but he could not bring himself to hurt Issac with the shock revelation he found out about Mach.
"Hm..nothing is wrong with me. Everything is ok. I am, well, I just miss home and you guys there." KK lies. "Hey, don't worry about us. We are getting on very fine here. I will tell you something when you are back. It's really happy news for me and I am sure you will be happy for me too!" Issac says happily.
"Yah? You sounds very happy and excited. I am sure it must be wonderful news. You can tell me over the phone, I can use some good news now." KK smiles, happy for Issac over his high spirits. "Nah, I will tell you when you are back. I am really happy! I want you to share my happiness with me." says Issac.
Exclaimer: I am not the writer to this exciting story. But I am proud to introduce a Beautiful Mind and Soul, Convan. Thanks for allowing me to re-post this article on my blog.
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