"Oh my".Sir Garrison exclaimed
"The boy has certainly grown".He chuckled giving me a pat on the shoulder
"yes indeed".sir Boyle agreed
"Well,they can't certainly stay young forever".My father chipped in and they all burst into laughter
What was funny,I couldn't tell but I just faked laughter too
"Ah,here they are".My father said pointing to the stairs
"My first son William".He gestured to William who nodded his head in respect
"My daughter Jane".He smiled at Jane who looked really lovely by the way.Her hair was packed into little adorable pigtails
"what a lovely girl".sir Boyle said as she curtsied in front of them
"well,let's eat before the food gets cold".Dad announced ,sitting first before we all sat.He clapped to signal the maids to start serving the food
"Garrison,my dear friend".Dad started,They were about to talk business.You could see it from the way their eyes concentrated on each other
"we have been friends for over a decade,I believe we should partner up" Dad said straightforwardly,That's how he taught us.No matter the deal being made, always say your proposal confidently
"Yes,I believe so too".Sir Garrison replied after much thought.My father's eyes widened in elation.He also said it was forbidden to show your emotions when striking a deal.It is a sign of weakness
"what do I stand to gain from this partnership?".He asked,after glancing at sir Boyle
"Well,if you will permit me .I will like my son here to state your advantages" He pointed to Arthur
Arthur smile almost reached his lips but he quickly dabbed his lips with the napkin
"Thank you father".He said,before folding his hands in a serious manner
"What you stand to gain the most is popularity.As you know,among all the corporations in this nation,ours has the largest number of subsidiaries which even extends to other countries.so by association or rather by partnership.The moment your name is partnered with ours, there will be an overwhelming increase in profit". Arthur explained with no mistakes even I was surprised.While I was thinking if a girl has the hots for me,he was busy learning this?
"Wow".sir Boyle and Garrison clapped
"Edward,you've raised a fine one".sir Boyle said
"Thank you,I certainly try my best".Dad said trying to sound modest but his face beamed with pride
"I can not give you a specific answer yet.I shall be in touch".Sir Garrison said, taking a sip of his wine
"is that okay".Dad turned to sir Boyle
"Yes".He responded and after a few more light chatters the dinner was finally over
"This was very nice".sir Boyle commented standing up first
"Indeed".Dad agreed
"Well,we best be on our way".Sir Garrison said as we moved to the huge double doors that led outside
"Farewell".We waved them off and that was it