BLOOM OF UNSPOKEN LONGING

Yes come in

You are just a messenger, and I don't think anyone sent you to deliver that filth". Karalana turned and left immediately after he finished talking.

My apologies, sir; I behaved differently than expected. Matt was uttering these words in a very low voice.

His boss stood, and the only thing he said worried Matt to the bones:

"I'll drive."

It took about a minute for Matt to regain his stance, following all that Sanka said.

Looking at the recently joined guys, Andrew and Edmond, Sanka turned and left.

Matt had to remain off to give the orders for the first errand to run. He was well aware of that fact, but what got to him was the embarrassment that Kini had put him through, which made him wonder and worry about his position as the messenger of Mr. Sanka.

***

Inside the house, An envelop was brought out of his pockets, and he laid it on the table.

"You're required to deliver this to the president of oils in that company; make sure you give it to the man himself."

In his other pocket was a photograph of the oil president; he placed it on the table and continued talking.

This is the man you're required to meet, the three of you," he said, holding the back of his head, trying to recover from the shock he had just now. "Is that clear enough? Many people make that mistake often. Did you get what I asked earlier?"

Edmond is behind. What a mistake, Matt, if I may.

Yes, answered Andrew, and then he gave Matt a piece of paper containing dates of birth, full names, and places of birth. As Matt finished looking at the details, he nodded. Yes, this is it. I must live now, he adds.

Andrew said good-bye after walking Matt a distance and showing appreciation. They shook hands.

Alright, see you around.

***

Back in Kini's room, he was looking at the beautiful bush in the compound. He opened a 1-meter-long glass window to get a better glimpse of nature and enjoy the soft wind blowing in the room. He lay on his back, looking at the seal, thinking of what he saw fit.

As he was thinking, a knock disturbed him. He then got up and checked who was on the other side of the door; it was Andrew.

Kini looked at Andrew without saying anything first.

So Andrew spoke, "Can we talk? bending his lips and tilting his eyes. He is not too sure if Kini will agree to it.

"What's this about Andrew? Kini asked

"Then are you interested in knowing what I want to say? Andrew wants assurance.

C'mon in," he said, turning to sit back on his king-sized bed.

Without wasting time, Andrew got to it. "The thing is, we need to head out at 7 o'clock this night and deliver what was left behind by Matt to the president of the oil company here,Andrew said, handing Karalana the picture.

Is this him? Kini raises a brow while looking at Andrew.

"Get ready, Kini. Andrew prepares to rise but halts midway to say, 'The instructions specified that the envelope should land in his hands.' He then shifts his gaze toward Kini, who is currently choosing an outfit from the wardrobe. ''Kini Regarding earlier,' Andrew begins, causing Kini to stop and fixate his attention on the wardrobe. 'What about earlier, Andrew?' Kini's mood subtly shifts, and he asks this question without turning to face Andrew.

Do you think you may have stepped out of line with your actions?"

Upon hearing this, Kini continued with his task, selecting a gray Timberland boot, and then retorted, "If you don't mind," while gazing at the clothing in his grasp.

I need to change."

Kini, I don't know your story, and I might not want to know it truthfully, but

This time, Kini looks at Andrew with a deep glare. "Andrew, don't try to please my heart because it's not working; leave, he says, looking at the door.

I don't have time for this, not today or ever. Karalana assures Andrew. Andrew stands for a while, looking at Karalana cleaning his shoes, hoping he might have a change of mind. However, Karalana keeps minding his business, not Andrew's.

"As you wish, replied Andrew, and then he left the room. His blood sure is hot after what Karalana said to him.

***

Edmond was the one in the room facing the massive city of Smokey Valley, busy combing his jet-black hair calmly. Andrew knocks, Yes, come in. Andrew opens the door and asks, "Are you done?"

Even," said Edmond, how about Kini? Is he done?"

"I'd prefer not to discuss it, Edd," says Andrew.

"Why? Did something happen? Did he give you a lecture or something? Edmond inquires.

Andrew gazes at Edd with frustration and responds, "What part of 'I don't want to talk about it' don't you understand, huh? He sounds upset.

Edmond looks at Andrew in amazement and says, "My goodness, Andrew."

"Come on, Edd."

"...Alright! ...geez! Edmond is hurriedly ushered out.

Andrew, at that point, was a little upset because that shocking behavior of Karalana got to him; he could not comprehend why Kini was like that, and to top it all off, he couldn't sit with him to talk to, control, or even reason with him. How does he control him, given that he is the leader? Kini is making his life a living hell.

***

Karalana delayed a little in joining them. Edd complained to Andrew, "How is it that you rushed me and yet Kini is still not out?"

Andrew had no words for Edd,because since it's Karalana, it's clear enough that he does what he wants. If it weren't for the fact that they had to do this together as their first assignment,they would have left without him.

Covering his left eye with his silky blond hair, he joined the two on their ride to leave. Edd was the one driving, and sitting quietly, Kini leaned back with his eyes closed, as he did most times.

When they reached the gates of the factory,the engine stopped, and a good-looking gentleman approached them.

Yes, sir, how can I help you this night? Asked the man.

Kini lowered the window because the man stood right next to it.

Is your boss around? Kini asked. The man got confused by it. In their company, the bosses are many, depending on one's rank and post; they can have as many bosses as they want, and asking about the boss so casually did not help in anyway.

"May I know to whom you refer, sir? the gentleman suggests.

Kini thinks it through and still does not show he forgot that important part: Care to tell me what your position is? pointing at his name tag side, snapping his fingers, wanting the gentleman to spell his name.

I'm John, sir."

John, where are you behind?"

Sir, you mean...

Exactly what I meant, John, is that every company, big or small, has only one boss, if it were anyone random," he said, looking at his phone. "Do you think I'll lose the energy of coming here myself?"