A Footstep Of Gaza

The Government

Hisyam comes out of the basement by driving his favorite James Bond car. Though he doesn't take Gaza to school but he still ride his car when he's about to travel long distances. He is going to meet a client today.

In the meantime, Gaza keeps improving his french language. He also trains his physical and mental endurance by exercising as an optimism to enter the military world. Drenched in sweat doesn't then make his spirit slack. Hisyam is so amazed seeing his perseverance.

"Gazaly, come here, son"
"Yes, grandpa"
"Now go change your clothes. Cause we are going to attend a meeting with clients this evening"
"But I haven't finished my workout yet, grandpa"
"I say now. Get ready soon, because we will have a long trip" Hisyam said.

Gaza sighs then he finishes his workout and goes to his room right away. He dresses up at his best style. A white shirt covers by black suit with fedora hat and just let his beard grows. He's getting ready and goes to the front yard. From afar he sees Hisyam is walking towards the same car.

(They are sitting in the front seat)

"A nice suit" Hisyam said.

(Gaza smiles)

He drives his car to a pretty potholed road, as it's the fastest route. Then he heads to the west which there are some abandoned buildings. He also finds an ordinary place that is heavily guarded by state agencies. Until they stuck in a traffic jam.

"What's up there?" Gaza said.

(Some good cars are passing on the border road catch Gaza's attention)

"Look at those cars, grandpa. I like the white ones"

(Hisyam is looking at the road)

"It's just a modified saloon car, I can afford much more than that. What do you think of Maserati?"
"That's so cool. But I think I wanna own like yours, the grey ones"
"I won this car at an auction. I was willing to bid the highest, because of this car was driven by James Bond and I fancied him. Besides, this car was also attractive by looks in my eyes. So, probably my car was limited edition" Hisyam said.

(The red light turns into green then the trip gets smooth)

"We're almost there"

They arrive in a city which is much more modern than their rural. Hisyam is parking his car to a magnificent place which fills with a lot of cars. The building whose front is planted with date palms. Their arrival is welcomed by a middle-aged man.

"Welcome, Mr. Hisyam. Such an honor to meet you, here. Please, have a sit"
"Thank you, Mr. Sam"

(The waitress is serving him a glass of wine)

"Excuse me, but me and my grandson just drink mineral water"
"Oh sure, I'll take you some"

(He takes two bottles of mineral water and give them to Hisyam)

The meeting banquet is attended by twenty people to discuss trade relations. As the leader, Mr. Sam explaines about the trade relations. Which is he expects to be connected with one another. The participants must read the script before signing.

(In the middle of the banquet they're getting to know each other)

"Mr. Hisyam I hope the fresh fruits can help my people to fulfill their daily nutrition. We need a senior supplier like you"
"Yeah sure. I'm also looking forward to the development of the fifth network entering our rural area. So that must be a day we've been waiting for, Mr. Salem" Hisyam said.
"So, Mr. Hisyam what about another a piece of land which also has the opportunity for our relations?" Mr. Sam asked.
"I am willing to accept the offer of cooperation over my oil palm plantations"

(Ten out of twenty people bond relation over oil palm plantations)

"A carbonated material may help for my aircraft technology development. This is gonna be an honor for me can relate to the person"

(Everyone stays silent and look at each other)

"Mrs. Ruth, we're going to explore the new mining to the east area but we can't say it must be enough for your needs" Mr. Sam said.
"I kinda agree Mr. Sam, cause we are under the rules, we just can't do it without permission. So, we must watch out over every thing before we act" Mr. Alex reminded him.

(Mr. Sam is speechless)

"Beside running a cattle ranch and farm. You have mining gold, mining coal and you also cultivate pearls. How rich you are Mr. Hisyam"
"Thank God. But pity, I haven't developed my mining yet" Hisyam said.

When they don't find a meeting point, they will hold the next banquet. They are closing the banquet meals with some desserts. Gaza has some macarons while Hisyam just have some wheat breads with olive.

"Hey boy, you like sweets?" Mr. Salem asked kindly.
"Only if they are macaron" Gaza answered.
"Oh Lord, he's like a prince in a fairytale, I swear. What's your name, son?"
"My name is Gaza"
"He is my grandson" Hisyam said.
"Do you already think of the princess, Mr. Hisyam?" Mr. Salem teased him.

(Hisyam just smiles)

"Gentlemen, so many impressive things in the evening banquet. We're so thank you very much for our attendance. So, let's toast to ourselves"

(They raise their glass in a toast)

What an impressive evening, they meet a lot of business partners that leads to collaboration. They give their contact to each other before going home. Quite late at night Hisyam and Gaza go home from the banquet. During the trip Gaza falls asleep while drooling. Then Hisyam gives him a chin support to adjust the jaw to keep it straight.

Arriving at home, he honks thrice asks his gardener to help him open the gate. It wakes Gaza but he can't move his head.

"Stay at your place, Gazaly"

It's in the middle of the night, so he parks his car on the terrace. He removes Gaza's chin support then they enter the house.

"Grandpa, I think I eat too much sweets. I may need a glass of bitter coffee then"
"Look at the clock! Now is at 11 p.m. Just go to sleep, that'll be better"

Hisyam goes upstairs to pray first. There Gaza is having somnambulism. When he walks towards his room, he hits the door.

"Ouch!"

Hisyam goes back downstairs to see what is going on. He finds Gaza is lying on the carpet front the door room. Then he leads him to the bathroom first to wash his feet and hands before lying him down to the bed.