The Plea

"Welcome back, boss."

Marcus received Blaze's laptop bag as the latter stepped out of his car, worried that his boss's mood might be sour after returning from his late father's remembrance ceremony.

"Thanks, Marcus. I trust everything has been running smoothly in my absence?" Blaze demanded, taking a long stride towards the reception entrance.

Marcus was rendered speechless for a few seconds. Did his cold, grumpy and ruthless boss just say, thanks or was he hearing voices?

"Marcus..."

"Oh, sorry sir. Yes Sir." Marcus quickened his pace to catch up with Blaze.

"What is the state of the AZ Realty company acquisition."

"It's at the final stage, Sir. We will have complete control of the company assets and operations by Thursday, this week." Marcus reported.