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I stood up and he— Xavier Monterrey, stood up too, we shook hands and he bowed slightly, in courtesy. We had just closed a business deal worth millions. Xavier had once again, proved himself to be one of the best persons to work with.

"Thank you, Alpha. I look forward to working on more projects with you." He spoke with a bold smile on his face. 

"Likewise." That was all I replied. I watched him leave in silence. 

I found my enthusiasm dwindling this time. I ...