Chapter 12: Tracey Farrow

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   " As you can see this is what we will provide you while you merge with Mercurial Corp. We can establish a sense of community since we have had situations in the past where we came together to work on a project. And we can provide that your business will rise through the ranks and more people will be recognized, by the use of our media market in the building. This is the deal we will provide you, but there is a time we need your answer. "

Kenzou looked at the people in front of him as Tracey sat on his left and Enid on his right. The people in front of him were from a company that they wanted to merge with. There were three people, and Kenzou analyzed them to see how he should speak and approach them. One seemed like an old business type. He stayed quiet during the presentation, and he viewed everything with a critical eye. Kenzou shook his hand when entering the room, and it was a handshake he was hoping to receive when he left. The woman beside him looked at Tracey's presentation on the wall and handed the middle man her notes on the subject. The old business type looked at the paper in front of him.

   " What is your time limit, Mr. Kiyoshi? "

   " We would need to shake hands today. And to signify that you understand everything you would sign a contract. "

   " Today? That's a very quick time isn't it? "

   " It is, but understand this, Mercurial corp does not offer just any organization or company a position in our community. We are a very busy business so we need your decision as soon as possible. And this is as soon as possible. "

The man reached for the contract and started to scan the lines and bullet points that Kenzou had typed up. Kenzou knew what their answer was, and he was waiting for them to accept the proposal so he could leave. He would rather be back at his office than talk with another man about the mundane life of working in a corporate job. While the man was reading the contract, Kenzou lost himself in his mind. His thoughts looked back on a few days ago when he drove you home. The thought of you made him smile, usually, but this time he didn't feel his heart racing for love, but anger. 

   ' Who is Conner? '

Kenzou still never knew who Conner was, and he wanted to know. But he knew he couldn't ask you directly; he would need to come to the answer with another approach.

   " We accept. "

The man signed the papers and stood up to shake Kenzou's hand. Kenzou stood up and held hands with the man, shaking on the terms and conditions.

   " Thank you. If you don't mind we need you to send all your files to this address and we can get started on getting your business moved into our community. Thank you. " Kenzou said, handing the man his card with his email on it.

   " Thank you, for your time. "

Kenzou gathered his papers while Tracey and Enid gathered their things and walked out of the room. When they were outside of the building, Tracey and ENid jumped for joy while Kenzou smiled at them, hating the feeling on his lips.

   " Looks like we've done our job. "

   " Yes! I can't believe it worked! " Tracey shouted.

   " Of course it worked. We are part of Mecruial corp. an organization that is the best in the city. "

Kenzou hailed a taxi and opened the door for the two women. They stepped into the car, and he shut the door without getting in. Tracey noticed and rolled the window down to look at him.

   " Kenzou, are you not coming back to the office with us? "

   " I have matters to attend to since I am in this area. I will meet you both back at work when these matters are finished. "

   " I'll come with you! That way you won't be alone. "

Tracey started to pull on the handle to get out, but as the door opened, Kenzou shut it. Tracey looked up at him, wondering what he was doing.

   " These are personal matters, Ms. Farrow. I can take care of them alone, thank you. "

   " A-Alright. We'll see you back at the office. "

The window rolled up, and slowly the car started to pull away. Kenzou sighed and felt the fake smile drop from his lips. He walked in the direction opposite the cab was going, and he felt lost in his mind again.

   ' Have I not made it clear? I wish she would stop trying to get into a romantic relationship with me. I do not wish to have that with anyone but my dear Y/n. I have been brief with my responses and I have verbally told her that I'm not looking for a relationship with her. When will she stop? '

Everyone in the office could see it, and he knew that. Tracey was making it obvious that she liked him, and It was starting to get on his nerves. Tracey had come to his office many times in the day, and she would talk to him about some of the things going on around the office, ask for advice, but she would try and go into the personal side of his life. She would ask him questions tell personal stories. Even when he said he had work to do, she would still stay in his office and watch him work or stare out of the window, hoping he would be done with the work soon. Sometimes, she left, but he had to fake a call to get her to leave most of the time. Then when he had to go somewhere or when he left to get lunch, she would invite herself to go with him. Kenzou hated it and wished to have some more personal time for himself. Today was the only time he stopped her from coming with him because he had a door between them. 

   ' I've been polite but I really don't want to show my ride side at work. Knowing her she'll cry and tell everyone. That won't look good. I've gotta keep making it obvious with her and-'

Kenzou's thoughts stopped as he did on the road. His eyes were looking through a store window, and he was looking at something that reminded him of his loved one. He walked closer to the window and continued to look at the object. 

   ' I think I've got a plan. '

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