"Mr Chairman, we have recorded huge profits from our updated marketing system and sales from our newly manufactured products" the secretary read the analysis in the boardroom meeting occupied by the top echelons of the company.
"That's to be expected Miss Bolu. Ever since the emergence of our national revenue re-evaluation program, ACCOM has seen a rise in company sales and profits. Am just in anticipation of the financial waves we are going to stir when we introduce our latest goods and services" a man in French suit said.
"Hmph, you are still getting excited over such things as profits. At the level ACCOM is now, we should be aiming at taking over the entire world!" another man dressed in the Nigerian clothing known as 'agbada' harrumphed and stated smugly.
"One step at a time Mr Kunle, our rise to the apex is inevitable" a man also dressed in a French suit said confidently.
"As philosophical as that sounds Mr Adewale, what is the point of taking a step at a time, when you can take leaps and bounds in seconds?" Mr Kunle stated.
"You both should quit the debate and let's go through the analysis again and make sure we don't miss anything important, remember our second meeting with the Asia companies is around the corner"
"Mr Emeka we are all aware of that, and as things are right now, we are more than ready" Mr Kunle opined immediately.
"One thing I've learnt in business is that complacency can lead to losses and I hate losing" Mr Emeka frowned as he stared at Mr Kunle.
Mr Kunle stared back and snorted.
"Are you trying to say that am complacent Mr Emeka?"
"Enough both of you" a man dressed in a simple native attire spoke gently but his words were filled with unquestionable authority.
The three men bickering quickly straightened as silence dominated the room.
They all shifted their gazes to the man seated at the head of the table.
This was a man who can easily hide his presence making him seem like an ordinary person.
But they are all aware that this very same man could easily unleash the aura of a dragon when he wants to.
Mr Tola Aliko, the legendary founder and chairman of the African Conglomerate Company (ACCOM) turned his eyes to look at Miss Bolu.
"Are there contingency plans concerning the underworld mafia deals across the northern regions?"
Miss Bolu shivered uncontrollably under those piercing eyes.
"Yes sir we've put all things in place to make sure we seize full control of every unexpected occurrence"
"You're talking about the unpredictable nature of the mafia gangs?" Mr Adewale asked holding his chin in a thoughtful manner.
"I wonder why we are still sucking up to those scoundrels when we should have eradicated them long time ago" Mr Kunle said in disdain.
"No one is sucking up to anyone, you should know that we still need the existence of the underworld system for effective administration" Mr Adewale said.
"Whatever the case, we shouldn't give those underground rats too much consideration and make sure they know their place in the hierarchical food chain" Mr Emeka shrugged.
"All is well and good, as of now we still have the Asia companies to focus on. Miss Bolu draft out all necessary documents and present it at our next CEO meeting" Mr Tola instructed.
"Yes sir" Miss Bolu nodded.
Everyone stood up as soon as Mr Tola rose to his feet.
"At this juncture gentlemen, this meeting is adjourned"
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"Yo Tisane, I heard you're getting an employment at the NPLC (Nigerian Products Limited Company)" Tunde said while they were having a barbecue at the large at spacious garden.
"How did you know?" Tisane asked surprised.
"What, is it a secret?" Tunde nocked his eyebrow.
"Erm.....not really"
"So, ready to join the suits and ties Eh?
"Yeah I just want to elevate my standard of living. Am sick and tired of living like this"
"I get you bro. That was the very same reason why I got my employment in the first place"
"Wait. You work at Bayo father's company?" Tisane asked shocked.
"Of course, who wouldn't want to work at such a prestigious place, especially when your best friend's father is the head honcho?"
"Wow, when were you employed?" Tisane asked in admiration.
"Last year or so. Though it feels like forever due to the prestige that I have gotten from that place" Tunde spoke with a smug smile.
"Really?"
"Yep, just you wait and see. Your life will never remain the same"
"Is Ibrahim also an employee?" Tisane asked.
"That dog is still busy with his fantasies to be serious with a decent job" Tunde shook his head and said.
"Haha...he still hasn't changed" Tisane laughed.
"Yeah, same old Ibrahim"
While they were chatting, Bayo was on the phone with his father in the house.
"Dad you have nothing to worry about on my end. I have everything under control"
**I expect nothing less son. Just make sure to bring the newbies to me when they are settled in**
"Understood. I heard about the mining exploration at the northern regions, what's that about?"
**That's a top secret project among the CEOs. You'll learn more about it in due time**
"*Sigh*.....very well dad, I'll talk to you later"
Bayo cut the call with a grunt of disappointment.
'Learn more about it in due time? Am his son for Christ sake!'
Bayo had an annoyed look on his face as he had an overview of the impressively large compound.
"Hey, are you guys planning to grill that barbecue or roast it beyond recognition?"
Tisane, Tunde and Ibrahim turned their heads towards the source of the voice.
"If it isn't the sexy and beautiful Jennifer. What's cooking babe?"
Ibrahim moved towards Jennifer as he tried to give her a hug only to receive a sharp rejection.
"Stand back pervert" Jennifer said shoving him back.
"Moreover, I didn't come here to indulge you guys" she said.
"Oh then why are you here?" Tunde asked.
"I know. To have a taste of our amazing barbecue" Ibrahim stated smugly while attending to the deeply roasted beef.
"You call that barbecue? Looks more like burnt roadkill to me" Jennifer nocked her eyebrows with a seductive smirk on her face.
"Ohhhhhh!!" the other guys around seemed to have dropped in on the conversation.
Embarrassed by Jennifer's sharp retort, Tunde harrumped.
"If you really came here to disgrace us, then you should better leave Jenny"
"On the contrary, I came for Tisane"
"Who me?"
Tisane was a bit surprised as he saw Jennifer pointing at him.
"Yes, Melvina wants to see you. She's waiting in her room"
'Melvina is waiting for me?' Tisane couldn't get his thoughts straight.
"Well what are you doing standing around like that? Get going!"
Jennifer cajoled in an insisting manner.
"Oh right, o-okay" Tisane almost tripped over.
"Uh, why is she asking for only Tisane? Can we tag along?" Ibrahim shamelessly inquired.
"Hmph!" Jennifer harrumphed and walked away.
"Dude, did you hear that? It seems Melvina didn't get enough last night!"
Tunde seemed excited as he threw an arm across Tisane's shoulder.
"Am so jealous right now that am beginning to hate you Tisane. Just make sure you set up a s*x tape when you go in there so we could at least satisfy our eyes"
Tisane look around at the ogling eyes surrounding him and could only do his best to calm his beating heart.
Getting into the corridor, Tisane felt so tense that he couldn't walk in a balanced manner.
Standing in front of the third room door down the corridor he hesitated for a few seconds before knocking gently on the door.
~Knock knock~
No answer.
~Knock knock~
Still no answer.
Just when he was deciding to out rightly try and open the door.....
"Come in the door is not locked" came a sweet tender voice from within the room.
Tisane froze for a moment before summoning the courage to squeeze the door handle.
"Um, Melvina, you there?" He poked his head in.
The room was a bit dark due to the fact that the curtains were down.
But the lack of light in the room still couldn't hide her amazing beauty.
Clear glowing eyes, seductive lips, well rounded plump breasts, and dark flowing hair.
Melvina was what fantasy stories would call a succubus.
Her beauty and delicious aura were enough to ensnare any man.
Her back was facing him, while she was busy combing her hair in front of the mirror.
Sighting him through the mirror reflection, she stopped her combing ceremony and smiled.
Tisane felt his whole body go weak at seeing that smile and a certain part of him down below rose up erect in response to the emotions he was currently feeling.
"Hey Tisane" Facing him, she smiled broadly as she walked forward.
Seeing her walking towards him, Tisane already envisioned a scenario of squeezed bed sheets, gasping sounds, scattered clothes and sweaty rapidly bouncing bodies.