The next Day!
Andy meticulously prepared for their play,ensuring his clubs were in top condition, he put on his laundered golf attire which he bought the previous day. Ordering a ride, he left the hotel, he got to the golf course early, eager to impress Sarah. While he was sitting, sipping his cup of coffee he saw Sarah beside her was a man in his thirties, standing at an average height, sporting a relaxed yet neat look in his golf course attire his style effortlessly blends comfort with a touch of sporty charm, reflecting a casual and approachable vibe. Andy scrutinized the man properly and guessed this must be Mark Talor. Sarah walked up to him and introduced her friend, creating a friendly atmosphere. Hi Andy.. you're here early?
Yeah, I couldn't wait to play with you and your friends. She chuckled, hmm anyway meet my friend, Mark Talor, Mark got some serious golf skills. You won't be disappointed. Really, Andy said; I will have to rely on you then, turning to face him with a smiling face, while extending his hand for a handshake, Nice to meet you! Mark shook his hands laughing, well, don't mind her. She's always singing my praises, especially when it comes to golf. They all head to the course to play.
To everyone's surprise, Andy showcased impressive golf skills, sinking impressive shots and earning admiration from both Sarah and Mark. His unexpected prowess added to an exciting twist to the day. During each round, he demonstrated a consistent swing and remarkable accuracy with each shot. His strategic approach to the course, combined with a calm demeanor, caught the attention of everyone on the golf outing. As the match progressed, Andy's camaraderie and sportsmanship further endeared him to both Mark and Sarah. As Mark engaged in conversation with Andy during the game, he couldn't help but express his admiration for his golf skills, noting that he hadn't seen such prowess in a long time. Curious, he inquired, "where did you learn such impressive golf skills?" Andy modestly replied with "I will share later." Mark's curiosity was piqued once more, and thought to share his own anecdotes, he was genuinely interested, he revealed his own experiences on the golf course and expressed enthusiasm for the unexpected joy of witnessing such skills on display. The camaraderie between him and Andy added an enjoyable social element to the game, creating lasting connections beyond the golf course.
After concluding the game, the trio headed to the lounge, where Mark couldn't contain his praise for Andy's exceptional golf skills. He asked; Sarah, where did you meet such a skilled man? She just shrugs her shoulders and replies right here.. Never knew he was this good …
Andy, feeling a bit shy about Mark's constant praise, decided to share his golf journey with Mark, the conversation evolved into a friendly exchange of tips and anecdotes. Thanks for the praises, Mark.
Andy added, funny thing is my buddy John Johnson actually taught me how to play golf. He mentioned this Green Haven Golf Course a while back, but I couldn't make it then to this place because I was overseas….
Mark Furrows his brows and asks "Which John are you talking about? Wait! John Johnson, by any chance?" Yes, exactly! Do you know him?
Andy's eyes subtly narrowed, a flicker of curiosity sparking in his gaze. He shifted in his chair, becoming more attentive as he leaned forward, ready to delve deeper into details with Mark…
Oh my god! Mark and Sarah exclaimed, covering their mouths…. No way! Mark continued while Sarah sat absorbing the whole information… What are the chances ehn? Johnson and I go way back.
"Small world right, isn't it? How did you and John become friends?"
Andy decided to tell a white lie "We've been buddies for years. He introduced me to golf, and here we are. Not adding too much details so he won't be caught on it.
What about you and John? He asked;
" We met in the varsity Mark explained, we were as thick as thieves, said smiling, we all moved here together, started our companies too.
"So, John stayed here in Crestwood for a while, right, Sarah?" Andy asked looking at Sarah....
Sarah's silence hung in the air, a poignant pause filled with retrospection. As she mulled over the complexities of a failed friendship, her thoughts echoed in the quietude, leaving an unspoken weight in their booth. "Yeah" Sarah responded.
Andy, noticing Sarah's reaction, asked, "Aren't you guys in touch anymore?" yeah we are, but he's now in Silvervale, he just packed up one day and left.
A few months later, he came and told us he had settled in Silvervale with that traitor who left with him, Sebastian.
Andy, intrigued by the unfolding story, asked Sarah, who is a 'traitor'?.
Also "What happened between John and Sebastian? Why did they leave?
"Well, turns out they both decided to relocate to Silvervale for new opportunities. But we called Sebastian a traitor because he left without much notice, and it felt like a sudden betrayal to the rest of us. Mark explained.
Oh, now I understand Andy Said.."So, John is in Silvervale now? I haven't heard from him myself. I'd love to him meet again."
"Yeah,
he's married now. He even invited us to his wedding. That was about four years ago when he moved." Mark replied.
"He seemed really happy , and his company is one of the top five in Silvervale Constructions right now. We worked on a project together two years ago..
Sarah and I planned to go there; maybe he has relocated again, who knows?
"Andy, perplexed, asked, "Relocate again?"
Sarah nodded, "Yeah, he can be unpredictable, almost like he's trying to hide from someone," she explained, hinting at an air of mystery surrounding John's movements.
Andy responded, "Really? I didn't notice, or maybe I didn't observe."
"John has always been secretive," she said.
Andy asked, "And you said he's married, right?"
Mark affirmed, "Yeah, he got married about four years ago," glancing up at Sarah for confirmation, who nodded, yeah John had been married for four years and now had a baby girl. Mark expressed concern, furrowing his brow, saying, "But the weird thing is, I haven't been able to contact Sab or John for a while now."
"What about the wife?"Andy asked
Sarah replied, "Oh, I have her contact."
"Then let me have it," Andy requested.
Glancing at his wristwatch, Andy decided, "Well, enough about John. Let's eat lunch."
He proceeded to order a simple lunch, shifting the focus from the discussion…
They all left the golf club, and Andy, filled with joy at the smooth progress of the investigation, couldn't help but feel a sense of accomplishment.
Back at his hotel, he retrieved his recorder. After a refreshing bath, Andy settled down to go over the case again, determined to unravel any hidden complexities and find the missing pieces of the puzzle. As Andy reviewed the details, a question lingered in his mind: "Is John's disappearance intentional?" The pieces of information hinted at a deliberate, possibly purposeful, aspect to John's movements. He was set on exploring this angle further in his investigation…
Why does he wants to hide from his mother this badly????