FUBU

treinta y seis

We took a stop at a popular hotel known for it's five star service. 

I didn't even have the words to use and say something to Shane who was swiftly walking in the middle of the hotel with her almost arrogant look that seemed to have catch everyone's attention. 

She then leads me into a private room that I assumed holds the usual private banquets. And when I was inside, I was surprised by the people who were there. 

Jeremiah, Stacy, Melai and Travis were all inside the room. 

Panandalian kaming nagkatitigan, but instantly greeted each other cheerfully. 

Shane proceeded to sit in the end of the table, in front of her were black folders. I assumed that they were our files. 

Then the door opened once again. This time it was Austin. 

Stern face came across mine, ngayon ko masasabing, eto na siguro yung sinasabi nilang taong tila magpapawala panandalian ng katinuan mo. 

For literally, I felt my heart stopped beating for a good two seconds. 

"Come here Dude." Travis broke the silence with his arms wrapped around Austin in a friendly hug. It was as though all of the disappointment has just disappeared. 

As soon as the tension was broken, J and the rest hugged it out as well. I on the other hand, held out my hand for a shake. 

He silently took it and fixed his tie after, getting back to his professional face. 

The waiters started to get into our private room soon after and served the food they have for the night. 

It was a literal banquet. Na tila ba mauubusan na ng pagkain sa buong mundo at kami nalang ang hindi pa nakakakain. 

Everyone took their time to enjoy the food. I was seated beside Stacy and on my left is Austin's seat. In both ends of the table, he and Shane occupied it. 

Travis who sits at the right corner of Austin is sharing stories with him. Na tila ba walang pagtatampong namagitan. He even asked if Austin could come to the wedding that's happening in three months time. 

"I'll be there."

Tumikhim si Shane na ngayon ay maigi nang nakatingin sa bawat isa sa amin. 

She took the juice in front of her and started sipping it. Till now, I am still amazed at her undercut style hair while the half of it is highlighted with vanishing pink colors. 

Austin changed his stance and faced Shane at the other end of the table.

"Well, I guess it's time to talk about business." he didn't even flinch. 

I looked at everyone around the table as my eyes landed against J's. I nodded to him as a respond to his look that seemed like a questioning one. 

"I invited all of you here for a proposal. " the silent air started to fill the room, the only thing that could be heard at that moment are the far noises coming from outside the room. Acceptable enough for all of us to talk. 

"My father has entrusted me with the companies that he has bought here in the country. Service first is just one of them. In total, there are about 25 different companies, spreading out to different industries. Five of which are BPO's and I won't divulge the rest. You'll learn about them soon." 

My disbelief is beyond compare. I didn't even realize that's how huge his family's wealth is. But coming from Melai, if he truly is, a Billionaire, then nothing seems impossible. 

"Service first is top priority right now. Because in two month's time, we will welcome a new account. I've though about it for sometime. And from experience, I only want the best of the best."