The hotel close to the office was the venue for the cocktail. It had a very spacious hall which was beautifully decorated in peach and purple drapes and flowers. Snacks and drinks were in abundance and the afro-beat music playing in the background from the speakers was soothing.
The hall was packed full with important clients and stakeholders, their voices raised a tad above the music, chatting merrily to one another. Treasure attempted to mingle but failed awfully at it. Kemi was not around for the party. She had to travel for a funeral at the last minute. Treasure was lonesome, though she managed to keep a small smile on and engage in brief conversations with some clients. She was not in talking terms with most of the staff because she had preferred to stay away from office gossip and c
