Malcolm, Nicole and his team boarded their flight, which would be leaving LAX to Trujillo, Peru in a matter of minutes. Their spirits were up having landed the Toro Perfecto account, a tequila brand out of Peru, they were excited to actually set foot on the factory floor and learn more about the family and the how the tequila was made. The entire flight would be just short of 13 hours with one stop along the way so everyone prepared himself or herself for the lengthy trip.
Malcolm since making the switch from a pro ball player, some years back, had made a habit of recording his life’s story with the intent of someday writing a book, was at his seat documenting the trip so far as well as his mindset. Nicole and Malcolm sat side by side, while other members of the team were paired up so no one felt left out. The plan devised by Malcolm and Nicole was to soak in the culture of Peru and gain the story of how the house of Toro Perfecto was formed from its earliest beginnings. They didn’t want to go in with any preconceived ideas, but they wanted to make sure when they left they had a better understanding than when they arrived.
Their flight was near capacity as the stewardess addressed the passengers and the flight was off. Malcolm thought back to the night he had with Ms. Arguello and wondered how things would play out with her once he arrived. Keeping it professional was of the utmost importance, but Malcolm in the back of his mind would from time to time fantasize of the possibilities if he had followed her up to her room in that elevator. He was quite sure she was open to the idea seeing that longing gaze she had given him as the elevator doors closed.
Finally making it to Peru they were met by an associate of the family and Malcolm, Nicole and his team were caravanned to the Toro Perfecto family compound. Along the ride as a courtesy of the family they decked out the SUV’s with simple appetizers and a collection of tequila samples from the current products on the market. So once they arrived at the compound a lavish estate out in the middle of an expansive lay of land everyone was all smiles and were feeling good. Then Ms. Arguello and her father walked out from their multi – million home and greeted Malcolm and his team. Elder Mr. Arguello shook Malcolm’s hand warmly saying that his daughter spoke highly of him and his vision for the brand. Malcolm wasn’t surprised as he felt his work was strong and the product he could deliver for the brand could be off the charts.
As everyone continued to mingle Malcolm reacquainted himself with Ms. Arguello shaking her hand and giving her a slight embrace. They looked at each other as if they had unfinished business, yet there was a hesitation in her gaze that alerted Malcolm to not indulge anymore. That hesitation came from the fact she was now newly engaged. Malcolm spotting the considerable sized diamond on her left hand and the would be groom whom walked up to her embracing her from behind with a smile as if he was claiming his property in the view of a worthy competitor.
Malcolm didn’t know what to think, he didn’t come all this way for her yet his thoughts of what could be evaporated at that moment returning him to a sole focus of gathering information that would aid in the campaign. After everyone had settled into the massive guesthouse on site that contained everyone nicely, Malcolm and his team were then invited to the company fiesta where boardroom workers, factory staff, and field workers came together in celebration of the product they all so lovingly made. The layout was incredible. Malcolm talked with the lawyer and the accountant that had come out to his studio with Ms. Arguello, telling him how over the years this event had grown as the company did. Tequila and authentic Peruvian food flowed throughout the venue as traditional music played. Everywhere you looked you saw the people whom worked there enjoying every minute of the fiesta.
As the night progressed Malcolm found himself alone with Ms. Arguello, whom begged him to call her Marta. Malcolm then addressed her by her first name letting her know he was happy to hear of her engagement. She did seem different, not as ambitious or driven as she had been when she visited. As she spoke addressing his congratulations she did hint toward something, but stopped immediately as Roy, her fiancée walked up and vocally ushered her away. Malcolm knew he shouldn’t pry, he had a job to ultimately do he couldn’t afford more. Yet along the surface of things it was all extravagant and full of joy. Malcolm had to wonder what he’d find if he just pulled back a layer or two what it would reveal then.
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