Farewell Party (3)

I tasked my subordinate to go and investigate what those three ladies have been doing earlier. I had a strong suspicion that they were conniving against me for whatever reason. If my deduction is right, someone could be using them to destroy me or my family. I needed to know.

I approached my superior who was having chit chat with other colleagues. I told him what happened and that it was actually the second time they did this scheming to me.

The chief seemed to have been surprised but didn't react much. He nodded and pulled me a few steps aside.

"Mark, I have to tell you this. But the first reason why we recommended you to transfer is for your own protection and for further training and experience. Not that you inexperienced but for you to look at the wider scope of our mandate. I have a hunch that someone wanted to challenge your grandpa." He said deeply.

"How could they? My grandpa is already retired! As if he is still holding some power in his retired hands." I replied angrily.

About thirty minutes later, Junior came back with some printed copies of images and a copy of a room reservation in 8th floor under Tracey's name. One particular image was Agnes holding a glass with her pointing finger dipped into it as the two women's eyes were fixed on her.

"Too bad the wine was spilled, but I certainly believe that they tried to drug me and lock me in that reserved room." I said.

"That Agnes is desperately in love with you sir. You seem to not notice how she tried to catch your attention since you arrived in the headquarters." Junior said.

"I'm just disgusted by scheming people. Does she think I'm an idiot? Keep that and don't let any of them find it out. I'm sure they will pay for this even I'm not around to lift a finger." I said.

The party ended at twelve midnight.Those three ladies didn't show up since Brenda walked out. I did not bother to inquire about them. I drove straight home after stepping out from the hotel.

.....

The alarm woke me up Saturday morning at eight. I needed to check with Dan the progress of my project . Besides my brother, I need to personally know some details of it.

The plan was to build cottage for campers, camping facilities, improve the trails and build the hotel at the foot of the mountain. What I did not tell everyone was that my love's dream house was also to be built at the view point. It would appear as a cottage but once all is settled, it will be a private rest house.

I entered Dan's office and found him flipping through some lists. He lifted his gaze when he heard someone invade his room.

"Mark, your brother has already approved the P.O. for your project. It's all set and ready. The next several weeks will be delivery of materials. Our men are already deployed there." Dan put down the list he was holding.

"That's great. But I actually need to add one more." I said.

"Like what?" He asked.

"I want you to add a rest house on the top of the mountain, at the view point. I will go to the architect later to give him details." I said

"So we need another P.O.for that. " He said.

"Naturally. But I will personally fund this one. My brother will take it from my personal account."

I went to the architect's office and gave showed him the sketch of my love. His eyes were fixed on it for a moment before he nodded.

"Looks great! but we cannot build mountains!" He joked.

"Am not asking you to build the sun either." I said.

"This will be together wih the project up in the north, right?" He asked.

"Yup! Just give it to Dan then he will coordinate with the Engineer. It's not a rush. This may come last after the cottages and trails are done." I said.

"Alright then. Do you have the dimensions ?" He asked.

"Maybe about 400x500 sq meters." I estimated.

"Okay. No problem." He nodded.

I bid goodbye then headed home to organize and pack up my things. I didn't know how long I'll be staying away from home.