Chapter 54

• NEW YORK CITY:
• Gideon sat in the conference hall alongside Judy. He was expecting Stephen Wales and his legal team. He had a deal to strike that morning. Judy had earlier drafted a document containing a proposal and the contract rights which was signed by Gideon. If the contract works, Wales will be supplying whiskey to Gideon’s bar and Wales whiskey will place Gideon’s business in a high place because the brand is popular and associated with the rich and classy in New York. Gideon was tensed and Judy could sense it. She knew how important the contract is to him and she prays it clicks so they’ll get to celebrate and she will love to see Gideon happy. She was tensed too. "Everything will be fine sir." Judy assured Gideon who gave a dry smile. Shortly later, Gideon’s messenger hurriedly walked into the conference hall. "Stephen Wales and his team are here." he announced. "Show them in. " Gideon said and sat up properly clearing his throat loudly while rubbing his palms together. Stephen Wales walked in and saw Gideon and Judy standing out of courtesy. "Have a seat." Gideon said pointing to a spot saved up for him. He smiled and his team sat close by.
• "Good Morning Gideon Romero. " greeted Stephen. "Morning." Gideon replied. "This is Judy my personal assistant." he said pointing at Judy who bowed her head. Stephen nodded. Soon, Gideon’s messenger walked in with some soft refreshments and placed it in front of the guests. "Let’s get to business." Mr. Wales declared. "Of course please. " Gideon said knowing how Wales took business seriously. There is a narrative around that Stephen Wales doesn’t joke with business and a chunk of his conversations were said to be purely business. He is unmarried and people say he is single because he doesn’t know how to talk to women other than business and income. "I read your proposal. " began Stephen. "If the terms spelt out are what it is then I will be glad to work with you." He announced. Judy and Gideon instantly smiled. "However," countered Mr. Wales. "You will decorate your clubs with no other brand of whiskey but mine." Gideon smiled and said "Of course Stephen. There will be no rival brand of whiskey here as long as you will be our sole supplier." "It is a deal then Mr. Romero. " announced Stephen. "Wow. " exclaimed Judy with a smile. Gideon immediately got up from his chair and shook Wales with a smile. "Gentlemen," Judy said to the people Wales came with. "Have some drinks please" which they had and left the conference hall.