Someone powerful
“I don't understand…how did this happen…how come all our suppliers ran out,” Ricardo was in disbelief as he checked all his suppliers and none seemed to have what he was looking for. Dennis stood beside him with his head bowed, he made a thorough investigation and someone powerful ordered more gems
“Sir, I invited Andre over. He's our main supplier… he never sells anything without informing you first” Dennis said, he wasn't sure how things turned out so bad.
“Did you find out who exactly did this…who made more money than me,” Ricardo said, glancing up at Dennis and shoving the file away. Dennis was a little hesitant to say anything. He had stayed up all night trying to find out who exactly decided to be his boss's rival, but to no avail. Dennis was about to answer when Mrs. Marks walked in, immediately Ricardo shifted his gaze to the woman standing away from him with her head lowered
“Sir, Mr. Andre is here,” Mrs. Marks informed, Ricardo was relieved to hear that. Only Andre could give him a proper explanation
“Let him in,” Ricardo said, and Mrs. Marks nodded with a low bow and left the living room. It was the weekend and Ricardo was working from home. Something he usually did, so he could spend more time with his son.
Ricardo sipped on his coffee as he awaited the arrival of the man he trusted with getting the best gems for his work. Andre was a simple young 25 years old young man. Intelligent and knew exactly how to handle his business. Despite his young age, Andre was impeccable. He knew the jewelry world like the back of his hand. His family had been dealing with supplying precious gems including diamonds for years. His father used to work with Armando. However, after his death, his young son took over. For someone with charisma like Andre, and good looks which gave him the advantage, the young man was capable of dealing even with the most shrewd and powerful businessmen
But Ricardo knew Andre had only one flaw, he was a loudmouth for a man, and he liked flirting with women, including married women. He was loved Despite everything. Soon the person they were waiting for graced them with his presence
“Good morning… I see someone missed me…” The man walked in and said with open arms and just like every time. He was dressed like he was going to rob a bank. Adding to his dark hair, Ricardo didn't bother
“Sit,” Ricardo gave an order and the man smiled from ear to ear as told. Dennis nodded at Andre the men settled down to talk
“Ricky, tell you what if I can drink your most precious wine in 30 seconds…then I get to have lunch with your new wife,” Andre said mischievously while leaning forward to Ricardo, Dennis was about to advance seeing how Andre was misbehaving anyhow
“Don't start… I called you here for business,” Ricardo said coldly and placed the wine glass on the side table. Andre heard this and his eyes shone with delight he quickly picked up Ricardo's wine glass and grabbed the bottle
“Aha, it seems I'm the most wanted man this year… ha, what can I say when I'm too good…isn't that right Dennis?” Andre remarked with a grin and poured himself more wine. Dennis didn't bother answering,
“Since when did you start giving diamonds away without informing me first?” Ricardo asked sternly and fixed his eyes on the man gulping down wine like water. With a low burp, Andre grinned and supported his chin with his folded hand
“Ricky, where is your wife? I heard you got married to the most beautiful woman…where is she?” Instead of answering, Andre whispered mischievously while shrewdly glancing around as if he could see the room. Ricardo was annoyed, but he was aware of Andre's silly antics
“Do you want to lose your life, just tell me,” it was a clear warning from Ricardo which had Andre smiling in defeat and gulping down some more wine and clearing his throat
“It's uncle, apparently someone made a sick offer, my uncle couldn't refuse… I had no choice but to agree to it,” Andre replied more seriously, hearing this, Ricardo Dennis exchanged glances. Then looked at Andre,
“And who is the person… I'm willing to pay double the amount to have those now…” Ricardo made an offer, he had a very important project coming up in three months. He couldn't afford to make mistakes. Andre was a little hesitant, he looked as if the wine had turned sour for some reason
“It's not that simple…this new client is somehow shrewd…he made triple the offer you would normally make, and you know how business works,” Andre replied with a sigh, Ricardo knew this. But who could be that richer?
“Do you know the person?” Dennis asked on behalf of Andre, shifting his gaze. Andre shook his head
“No, but I heard the person will be at the annual fashion show… if you attend then, you'll likely see the person,” Andre said and Ricardo went into deep thought. The so-called party was the one he refused to accept an invitation to. He was called there to be the guest of honor. But it seemed he had to accept the invitation.
“Call Camillo and tell him to get to work,” Ricardo gave his orders to Dennis once their meeting was over and ascended the stairs. He wasn't going to sit still. Especially when his company warfare was on the brink of collapse.
