Finding You, Again
Us 1 - Plain and Plan

The clock hanging on the wall shows the time 05:16.

I glanced at him for a bit, then set foot on the edge of the pool wall, and slid forward.

There is still a little time before we leave. One round around the pool, after which I'll take a shower.

But just getting to the middle of the lane, Charlie came carrying a large towel and knelt by the poolside. That's a sign I should end morning exercise, right now.

At the edge, I climbed up and received the towel that Charlie handed out.

"Oscar wants you to get ready, there's an important meeting today. He doesn't want to be late" Charlie said as he helped me dry my hair.

Of course, Oscar will always have a reason to leave before his time, his workaholic is in a chronic level.

I nodded in understanding "I'll be ready soon."

I stepped closer to the glass wall surrounding the pond, a little stretch would make my muscles relax, and this corner was my favorite place to do so.

I usually open the glasses, but the autumn air this morning is very cold.

This pool is located on the top floor of the house, so I can see freely the forest Blubell, Outside is still dim, because the sun has not risen perfectly, but all the colors of the forest are clearly visible.

The forest is full of autumn color is reddish yellow, but the deepest part of the forest still looks green.

A sense of unreasonable warmth, suddenly radiating in my body, and I knew what it was because of. The shadow of a man with bright brown eyes began to form in my mind.

The view of the forest reminded me of its aroma, which was similar to wet soil and sweet dew. I shook my head strongly, trying to cast away the shadow.

You're just blown away by Lui's face! I screamed in my heart, as loud as I could.

Ever since my meeting with her a few days ago, you could say I've been a little crazy.

How not? I cried just like that after meeting her, not to mention that her shadow always appeared when I was off guard, just like now.

Yesterday I had breakfast with pancakes and maple syrup, the sweet scent of maple syrup just made the shadows appear.

The color of my blanket and bed cover is black and white, making me think of black hair with a little nicks of his white color.

If this isn't crazy, I don't know what's happening to me anymore.

I'll end my cooling sooner, break me up in annoyance.

It's the second day I'm working again, I need to stay focused.

The pile of proposals burying the table made me almost cry yesterday. Jovi with her eye bags hugged me tightly, glad she finally didn't have to finish it all by herself.

The news about me and Zeno, made the Charity Division famous. And that means over the course of these two weeks, Jovi got almost 3 times more proposal submissions than usual.

He has been working overtime for 2 weeks and there are still a lot of proposals that can not be checked.

I should consider finding a new employee for the Charity division if this continues.

And I have to be quick, Oscar won't like it if I make him late to the office.

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"Stop! You're making me dizzy" Uncle Rex looked at me with annoyance.

For the umpteenth time, I got up from the chair and started pacing around uneasily.

"Unfortunately, he doesn't know about my relationship with Monath Corp?"

"of course! Your name I just entered as the owner of Monath Corp about 2 weeks ago. And it took a miracle for him to be able to get this information. I've closed all the holes the possibility of this information coming out. It's quite a shame he could find out about your real identity. I won't let any other information leak out" Uncle Rex explained with a hint of fiery fury.

Uncle Rex was furious, when he heard Oscar knew about the information that I was Inhumane and Scion.

He immediately acted by replacing all of his suspicious-looking informants, not to mention some of the people who were fired, as he considered it incompetent to keep the confidentiality and security of the pack.

He was determined to beat Oscar in terms of spying. He would never forget how hard it was to find information about Bee, whereas Oscar easily got information about me.

Today I was on the 10th floor of Tower Delmor, in the meeting room waiting for Oscar to come. We have an appointment to discuss the business of building super luxury resorts in one of the tropical countries.

More precisely, this meeting should only be between Uncle Rex and Oscar. What Oscar doesn't know is the fact that El and I are here, too.

I didn't bring Roan in today, because I didn't want any distractions when I met Oscar, including interference from Roan's mouth.

I asked Uncle Rex to arrange this meeting. Oscar purposefully dodged me, but he would never shy away from the business dealings offered by Monath, especially if the business was worth $12million.

It's a cheap price I think, if it's with that money I can talk to Oscar.

Besides Uncle Rex, I don't have to worry about this project, because Monath is already planning to build the resort. It just takes a little change in terms of schedules and business partners.

He also assured me that this business deal will generate twice the capital we spent in 2 years.

It took 3 days for Uncle Rex to get this appointment. No wonder the Oscar schedule is so busy.

I glanced at the watch back, Oscar's a very punctual person, it means I only have 5 minutes before he comes. And it turned out that it did not need to be that long, the sound of the footsteps approaching in this room was already heard.

The large glass door swung out and revealed golden-colored hair that was very identical to Bee's hair, not to mention her face.

If I didn't know Oscar was 6 years older than Bee, I'd think they were twins.

Not only Bee, but also Oscar, they both have amazingly dazzling faces, I admit.

He came along with a very pale blonde man, in rhythm with his pale complexion.

I'm guessing he's Oscar's secretary, judging by the number of files in his hand.

Oscar sowed his most official business smile when he saw Uncle Rex and El, who had now stood up to greet him.

But a split second later, the smile vanished as his eyes caught my figure.

I stood up and waved my hand as properly as possible.

It's Duke time. You have to convince him at any cost.

I took off the sunglasses, which had been perched on my nose ever since and smiled awkwardly at him.

Oscar barely blinked at me, his eyes swallowing me round and round, before finally his focus shifted to Uncle Rex, and back to me again.

Looks like he's trying to figure out what my relationship is with Uncle Rex.

"You're the son of Owen Dacia Theobald?" He asked while squinting his eyes at me.

It's a question, so he doesn't know about it yet. "Yes, that's right" I answered steadily.

I wasn't surprised to see his brain speed deduce that. Rumor that he's so smart isn't bullshit.

He chuckled with a discordant voice.

"Well.. I missed it as it turned out" Oscar said, as he walked closer towards the three of us.

"That's understandable, I'd be very upset if you already knew about it"

Uncle Rex replied politely, but I could hear a slight growl in his throat, due to the stifled anger.

Oscar stared with interest at Uncle Rex now.

"We've never met, but I've heard your name a lot. Oscar Delmora and this is my secretary Tony Askana" Oscar introduced himself professionally, while extending a hand to Uncle Rex.

"Rex Ewaldo, and this is Eldred Halcynon" replied Uncle Rex welcoming the hand.

The four of them shook hands with each other.

They both issued impeccable business etiquette, although clearly my presence had changed whatever the plan was in their heads.

Oscar didn't lend me a hand, and I didn't ask for it either.

But I welcome the outstretched hand of his secretary, who now glances questioningly at Oscar. He must be confused guessing what made Oscar not shake my hand.

"What are you doing here?" The sound of Oscar mixed with hissing.

He was holding back the emotions, which I felt were about to explode right now. I could see the pulsations of the veins in his temple.

"I want to talk to you of course. It would have been easier if you hadn't blocked my entire call" I replied calmly.

I can't make him more upset with me.

"I don't think there's anything to talk about between us"

His words seemed to make the room temperature drop by about 2 degrees.

His cold aura emanating from his anger, made my body feathers bristle. I know enough, from that slow tone, he actually harbors a terrible anger for me.

"I'm going to see Bee"

"I won't let you, step over my body!!" oscar, with a bang.

His emotions finally burst to the surface.

"Well, it could have been arranged, although it might have been a bit difficult. But I don't want to make Bee sad by losing her brother" I replied, still calmly.

"You!!!... How dare you threaten me!!" His impact.  "Do you feel superior just because you're not a man-"

"Mrs. Delmora, I hope you didn't say that so carelessly!!"

Uncle Rex cut out Oscar's words no less fiercely. Prevent her from shouting out my inhumane identity.

Oscar follows Uncle Rex's view of Tony, hinting that what Oscar was trying to say was not to be heard by Tony.

Oscar kicked the table in anger. "I'm planning on making millions at this meeting, not to hear your nonsense!!"

"It can also be set" said Uncle Rex in a slower tone.

"For the agreement and explanation about this resort I think it is very clear, this young man will easily take care of it" said Uncle Rex, pointing to Tony who now widens his eyes dark brown, with a confused face.

"I'll also hand over my files to El, because frankly, I have another appointment soon" Uncle Rex said, handing El a stack of papers in his hand.

I could hear the annoyance, escaping from Oscar's mouth when I heard Uncle Rex's words.

"I'm not going to interfere with your problems with Duke, but I hope you hear what he wants to say. You knew him before today. And I think you also know Duke will never stop before his wish is achieved" Uncle stared intently at Oscar.

And not for long, Oscar shook his head slowly. "Well, we'll talk, but not here" Oscar said, tired.

Uncle Rex smiled wryly as he extended his hand again "Sorry, but I also have to leave immediately" Oscar greeted his hand without making a sound, only nodding politely.

Uncle Rex rushed out, while looking at the new watch, in his right hand. I was a little curious, who would she meet? Uncle Rex obviously doesn't want to be late.

Oscar talks briefly with Tony, to give him a clue as to what to discuss with El. After which, he gestured with eyes, for me to follow him out.

Without refuting I followed him, hoping that everything would go smoothly according to my wishes.

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"Basic of human scum! Do they think they can fool us with photos taken from the internet?" Irritated Jovi slammed the proposal, which he had checked into a large cardboard box that had been filled with more than half.

The cardboard contained a false proposal that we had successfully sorted.

The number of proposals coming, means more fake proposals coming in. It almost drove me crazy, too.

I was about to pass a request for assistance for the establishment of a new building for an elderly shelter underprivileged foundation in one of the countries in central Asia.

But when I called - thankfully in my fair language of a hefty standard - local authorities to get more information about sending funds - I tried calling the number listed on the proposal, but there is no answer - I find that the foundation has long since disbanded, due to poor management of its owners and all its inhabitants taken over by the government.

Ck.. human being was shameless, he was still trying to sell a foundation that was not even worth there.

Currently me and Jovi, working simultaneously in the usual room to receive guests. This option makes more sense with the many proposals that come in. We have become easier to communicate.

"Done!!.. " Jovi screeched happily as he looked at the pile of paper that had just come out of the printer machine.

"I'll be back after giving this report. Do you want me to order something for lunch? We'll eat here again, won't we?" tanyanya, while tidying up her clothes that are wrinkled in some parts.

"I think we better eat outside. I can't swallow food well, if I see this pile of proposals. And let me just turn that report over to Oscar. I'd like to talk about help for the victims of the tsunami that happened yesterday. We've never done that before. I think we should get his approval first"

I read the news about it this morning, I hope Oscar will agree.

The situation of the victims of the disaster was very bad, the tsunami hit several countries at once. I can't even choose which country we're going to help.

I hope Oscar will give us a chance to get there. That way I can decide which country deserves the most help.

"Alright, I'll dive back into this pile of proposals" Jovi looked with a nanar, the pile of proposals that were piled up next to his feet.

"Let's calm down.We'll finish it later--- at a time" I expressed false hope with a tired smile.

"Well.thanks for the useful information!" Reply to Jovi sarcastically.

I waved at him as I walked out, maybe Jovi needs a little vacation so as not to be more stressed.

If Oscar gives us permission to go to the disaster area, I will schedule a few extra days so we can enjoy the attractions in the area that is not affected by the disaster.

It'll be fun, like when we both went to Africa for the dam. Work and vacation in one trip, perfect isn't it?!