Renaissance: Yorgos Books in English, #8

Special Adviser

Dimitris Georgiou, 42 years old, Technical Director at the IT and Technology company he worked for the last 8 years, was heading to the Presidential Palace. He was al-so accompanied by Margarita Stefanou, a 48-year-old Sales executive at the same company. A sales executive, of course, in a euphemism, since the Κnave had more to do with retinoic oil than Margarita Stefanou did with Sales. His old relationship, he kept her more than pity for the company. Without any qualifications, it would be very difficult to find employment in the free market. And Dimitris Georgiou knew this well. And Margarita Stefanou stayed like this in the company. Without actually doing anything.

Today's phone call had troubled him. In the morning he had been called by the Private Secretary of the President of the Republic herself, to invite him to attend a meeting with him, of particular importance. He did not reveal details to him. But he emphasized the fact that he should be free for the rest of the day.

There were many questions. With the Presidency of the Republic, his company had a maintenance contract for a computer system that they had actually donated two years ago. The donation was the initiative and idea of the President of his company. Since then he had been to the Presidential Palace a few times for training and technical support. Twice he had also seen the President of the Republic and had talked a lot with him.

The President of the Republic has been a sacred monster of politics for the last many years. Tough and unapproachable, merciless with opponents, a formidable physiognomy and very loyal and loving with his friends. Steadfast, a truly principled man who almost never violated them for anything. He passionately defended these principles and ideas and did not consider the political cost. He loathed submissives and pimps, but he used them. And that's exactly why he hated them. Because they accepted him using them, without any trace of dignity on their part. Old, but very energetic and very nimble. He never admitted his weaknesses. Although his presbyopia was decisive, he never admitted that he could not read the fine print. There was thus a great problem in typing his words. The maximum size that the most sophisticated typewriter could print was not acceptable. And of course, manuscripts were not the solution either.

Dimitris Georgiou provided a solution to this critical problem. He proposed a text processing system, based on a sophisticated computer with the ability to select the font and size of letters. It was also possible to control the spacing between lines, bold letters, underlining, comments, etc. The system was also equipped with the appropriate printer. So the result was perfect.

The President loved it. And with that and Dimitris of course. With those prints he went to the Parliament and made one of his longest speeches, which helped him to be re-elected President of the Republic for the second time. And although he did not have the support of the ruling faction, even his opponents voted for him. A year later, in one of their rare meetings and discussions, in the presence of his aide, he admitted that he was seriously considering not running again. And the reason was that, he couldn't get the word out that he wanted. Dimitris solved this problem. The President was re-elected, the country was spared the elections and Dimitris and his company won the favor of the Presidency of the Republic.

But all this still did not answer his questions.

"Why did the President's Private Secretary call him? She never picked up the phone herself. He had the junior staff do it.

»What business did he have in a meeting of special importance?

"And why would she have the whole day off? From what he knew these meetings didn't last that long. At least the ones made by the President.

Hang on, he thought. I'll soon find out what it was about.

They soon arrived at the Presidential Palace. He gave his details, they checked his car and allowed him to enter. He left the car in the Parking lot and they headed to the staff entrance of the Presidential Palace.

At the reception desk, they notified Mrs. Mirzi, the President's Personal Assistant. She came immediately and as soon as she saw him, a wide smile formed on her lips.

Good morning, Mr. Georgiou. First let me thank you for responding so quickly to the President's call. And of course to apologize for the sudden invitation. It was a last-minute decision and it couldn't have been done any other way.

Good morning to you too Mrs. Mirtzi. Don't talk about it. I will always respond to the President's call. Especially when you emphasize that it's important.

Thank you again. Indeed it is very important. And of course I understand that you will have many questions. A little patience and everything will be clarified.

Turning to Margarita Stefanou, Mrs. Mirtzi smiled politely and continued:

The Lady?

She is Mrs. Margarita Stefanou, Sales Consultant in our company. I took her with me thinking that she might be of use to us. Dimitris answered.

As well as because he had eaten me to see the Presidential Palace, from the inside. He thought and smiled.

Oh, indeed. But I'm afraid that we won't need Mrs. Stefanou. So he should probably leave.

No problem. Dimitris took Margarita Stefanou further and told her in a low voice.

You should go back to the office. Take a taxi.

I hated her! Margarita Stefanou said and left very annoyed.

Dimitris turned back to Mrs. Mirtzi.

I am at your disposal.

Very well, I will take you to the President immediately.

They followed the eastern corridor, which led to the office of the President of the Republic. Mrs. Mirzi led him to the President's office and then closed the door behind him.

The President welcomed him warmly with a broad smile. He was quite impressed, as this man rarely smiled. He realized that of the countless photos he had seen, he couldn't remember smiling in almost any of them.

Mr. Georgiou, thank you very much for your prompt response to my call.

Thank you, President, don't talk about it. Tell me how I can help?

You really could help. But I won't tell you know how. You may know that I have a special way, eccentric I would call it, of doing some things. And what will happen shortly, is one of them. So I will tell you only what you need to know at this moment. Then I will solve all your questions. Before I continue, I feel it is necessary that you sign this initial standard confidentiality statement. Mrs. Mirtzi has prepared the appropriate document and I have it here. And I think, needless to say, anything we say, hear or read is strictly confidential. And before Dimitris could speak, the President continued.

I would like to clarify, of course, that you are not obligated to do so. If you don't agree, we stop here. And I certainly won't hold a grudge against you. She told him, looking into his eyes, waiting for his answer.

Dimitris did not speak. He smiled, took the document from the President's desk, signed all pages and both copies, and left it back on the desk.

An even wider smile formed again on the President's lips. He stood up, shook his hand and told him clearly pleased.

It was exactly the reaction I expected from you, Mr. Georgiou. And I'm glad I didn't fall out.

It couldn't be more different, my President. I have complete confidence in you.

I wish some of my associates had half as much confidence in me as you do. The President said bitterly. "Come on, he has. Listen carefully to what I have to say, because we are already late. In the Conference Room, an international committee awaits us. It consists on our side, of the Ministers of Foreign Affairs and Energy and on the side of the other state, of the Ministers of Foreign Affairs, Development and Technology. And of course from the necessary attendants. I'm not telling you any more details because I don't want to spoil the element of surprise. I will introduce you, you will sit next to me, you will not speak or comment on anything. You can take notes if you want. Once the meeting is over, we will return to the Office and you will tell me what you think. Then I will answer any questions you may have. Are we okay?'

Naturally. Dimitris answered. It had begun and he was very intrigued by the whole scene. The President was known for the intrigues he organized from time to time. Especially when he was young.

The President stood up and Dimitris followed him. The Conference Room was just in the next Hall, so they didn't walk far.

Mrs. Mirzi, who was leading, opened the door and they entered. There were twelve other people in the Hall. He recognized the Greek Ministers. He didn't know the others.

The President shook hands with the five ministers and apologized for the delay and the wait. Then he sat down. He gestured for Dimitris to sit on his right. Dimitris sat down. So does everyone else. The Greek Ministers looked at him with suspicion, trying to understand who he was and why he was with the President.

The President took the floor and introduced him to those present. And there was the first shock. Not a little, not a lot, he introduced him as his Special Advisor, in matters of Planning and Strategy. He then asked the Minister of Energy to inform them about the meeting.

The meeting was the first and was informal. Essentially, it was the first reading of a proposal by the Italian government, which requested that the use and right be granted to the Italian Republic, for certain Greek islands, specifically Kasos and some of the Koufonisia, with the aim of developing Energy Research Centers and various Technologies. The contract would be for at least twenty years. In return the Italian Republic offered money, access to Italian research centers and exchange of technology. They all spoke, made some presentations, but with-out clearly positioning themselves.

The meeting lasted two hours and something. Then the Italians left, after handing over the corresponding material they had prepared. The President announced to the remaining Greek officials that he would study the material and respond to them in ten days. The Secretary of State, who was known to dislike the President, objected, saying that this was not the usual practice. Usually the committees of the Ministries made their studies and proposals. The Presidency played a decorative role. He also requested a copy of the material and emphasized that the Presidency did not have the appropriate mechanisms to handle such a thing.

The President, clearly annoyed but diplomatically cool, replied that the matter was national. And he would treat it as a national issue. The person in charge of national affairs was the President of the Republic. He emphasized that in any decision, the signature would be his. And that he was unwilling to put his signature to such serious matters, if he was not sure of them. In a head-on at-tack, he told the Foreign Minister to his face that he was not at all sure of the effectiveness of his Ministry in such matters. And he brought to him as an example the bad handling of his predecessors, in similar matters.

The Secretary of State changed a thousand colors. Struggling to keep his cool, he told him that he was directly insulting him, his Ministry and even the Prime Minister himself.

The President smiled and told him, slapping him on the back.

It's okay, you'll get over it. So Gentlemen, we will study the material and in ten days at most, we will let you know our opinion. Have a nice day.

He gestured for Dimitris to follow him, turned his back and walked away from the Hall.

They went back to the Office.

Well; she asked him.

First I will honestly say that I was pleased with you.

I wasn't the usual stereotypical 'plant, was I? The President said almost laughing.

"Not at all. And that's what I was happy about. But will you tell me now, what is it about?'

Naturally. So listen.

The President explained to him that he was outraged and wanted to reverse the decorative role of the Presidency of the Republic. He was no longer disposed to sign in blank whatever paper the Government brought him. And this he had decided before his re-election. He had also decided to exercise the rights given to him by the Constitution. After all, he still had four or so years to complete his term.

He decided to appoint groups of Special Advisers who would advise on various issues. And he would be the first of them. On the occasion of the proposal of the Italian Republic, he thought of starting there. It was a wonderful opportunity because it was at the national level and not at the level of governments. Due to the specificity of the matter, he first had an exploratory discussion with Mrs. Mirzi and she then suggested him. He liked her very much, and it didn't take him long to decide.

The proposal was as follows:

Dimitris would be defined as Special Advisor to the President on Planning and Strategy". His superior would be only the President of the Republic and no one else. It would only refer to him. The Presidency of the Republic was autonomous, with its own budget and was not con-trolled by anyone.

"The Convention would be individual with a duration until the end of the President's term. His salary would be 120,000 Euros a year. There would also be additional benefits such as telecommunications, diplomatic pass-port, immunities, car with diplomatic plates, etc.

»His place of work and employment would be a magnificent neoclassical building, just below the Presidential Palace. At present, it was used for auxiliary administrative services. He would be the first, sort her out there. And of course he would also have an Assistant-Secretary. On these issues, he would be informed in detail by Mrs. Mirtzi, who would also be the connecting link between them. He wouldn't have time. No obligation to be there every day. He would arrange these himself.

"If he accepted, he would start immediately. His first object would be the study of the material as well as his first proposal for the proposal of the Italian Republic.

Before you give me your answer, I would like to point out two more things to you. First, regardless of your answer to this, I would like an initial assessment right now. That's why I surprised you and didn't tell you anything. Second, if you accept my proposal, be sure that you will receive war and blows below the waist. There is nothing they can do about me, but they will try to get you out of the way. For my part, I am ready for this and will protect you as much as I can. You should think very carefully whether you can stand it or not.

At this point he noticed the change to the singular when she was now speaking to him. And that meant a lot. He evaluated very quickly, what the President told him and decided.

Mr. President, I would honestly like to say and believe me that this is not typical, that your proposal has moved me and honored me beyond imagination. I don't have to think about it for long. Of course I agree to work with you.

The President, also moved, stood up and shook his hand. Dimitris continued:

Now, as to your questions, I will answer the second one first. I have no problem with attacks on me. As long as I have your support of course. I am not friendly with the Government and I know that there are some good guys within it, who use unorthodox methods. Any at-tacks, I will deal with them accordingly, when they arise. I can be very tough if need be, you know.

I know that. I know a lot more about you than you think. Don't worry, we have many more advantages than you can imagine. I can make life very difficult for them. And they certainly wouldn't want that. And never forget that the order to dissolve the Government is signed by the President of the Republic. And no justification is needed for that. At this point he almost laughed.

I hope it doesn't have to come to that.

I hope so too. But if necessary, I am ready to do it.

Very nice. I would also like to state in order to avoid any conflict of interest that I will resign from my company and immediately transfer my shares to my partner.

Thank you very much and you are honored by this. Don't worry about your company. You know very well that I am acquainted with your partner. I will arrange the matter myself.

Thanks again. Do you now want me to answer your first question?

You mean. But first let's inform Mrs. Mirtzi, so that she can complete the procedures. Unless, of course, he has already completed them. She was very sure you would accept. She is a cunning woman, you know. And I think he has another surprise in store for you. But I won't say anything about it.

He picked up the phone, called Mrs. Mirzi and gave her the OK. Then he turned back to Dimitris.

I hear you, then.

I flipped through the sentence a bit. It is creatively vague. There are too many points that need clarification. And this at the level of International Law.

You said the key word. International Law. He was interrupted by the President. Don't worry about it. You will have the right person by your side. Master's degree in International Law and more. Go on.

This is only one of the points that need to be clarified. In my opinion we should never talk about concession. For controlled land use only. Every use of this Land should be prescribed and described. What we can of course institute and provide are facilities and acceleration of the processes in the development of facilities. What concerns me mainly, are the responsibilities of many ministries and agencies in this type of facilities. If we go the normal route we will not be finished, not even after twenty years. Once we agree in principle, we will have to find a way to bypass these procedures.

Now you understand why the Italians came to me and not to the Government!

Yes and they were right. This is something else that worries me. Why in Kasos and Koufonisia. If we don't understand the rationale and what's behind it, it will be risky to make any decision.

Well I like you. You took exactly ten minutes to reach the conclusion, which a previous analyst took a month. And of course you confirm my choice. And this without special studies and a bunch of diplomas. Although you have not formally signed the necessary documents yet, I will confide in you a few things. Not all of course. This will be done gradually. I will give you every time, what is necessary. The material they left us is deliberately vague. And this for security and leakage reasons. I have arranged a channel of communication, which once you get your credentials, you will be able to contact the right per-son and give you all the details. For now, you will be con-tent with the fact that, the answer to the question Why Casso? it is the subsoil of the particular islands.

I had imagined it. Another parameter that should al-so be examined and plays a very big role, is the impact on the daily life of the inhabitants of these islands. For me, the degree of acceptance by the residents plays a very big role. If their lives improve, we will have them on our side. If not, we will have a lot of problems. I think, with proper handling, we could do it without revealing our true purpose of course.

And that's a very good point!

And of course the factor of risk and environmental impact must also be assessed.

As for that I've been assured there won't be any.

Whatever they say, we have to prescribe it and be convinced. I left the benefits for last.

What do you mean, exactly?

All the benefits should be identified. Short term and long term. And of course to share. Who gets what and when.

"Well, I am very pleased with you. In less than an hour, we made great progress. I fully understood what you told me, not being an expert. And I agree with every-thing you raised. Since we don't have much time now, I propose to proceed as follows:

»You complete all the paperwork with Mrs. Mirtzi. I will sign them immediately.

»He places you in your Office. You get informed and start the actions. Whatever you need, you ask Mrs. Mirtzi. She knows how to handle things. Wherever you need my help, ask for it.

If I need you, I'll call you. If anyone squeezes you, refer them to me. Always remember that you are referring to me and only me. Mrs. Mirtzi only plays a coordinating role. It only transfers from me to you. Not the opposite. You are not accountable to anyone, I emphasize. And I say this, because at first several people will try to take your breath away. Ministers, Prime Minister etc. Suddenly everyone will want to talk to you and book meetings with you. As they called it in the army, I remembered, to fish you. Don't accept it. My advice, avoid them all, at least for the initial period. It will be a waste of time.

If you think something is urgent and you need to talk to me, ask for an urgent meeting. In case it is out of hours, I will give you my personal mobile number. You will of course call me, only in case of extreme need.

Thank you very much. Rest assured that I will follow everything to the letter.

And of course that doesn't mean you don't take initiatives. You judge and decide. That's it for now. Good start and good cooperation. I'm sure we'll do great.

That's what I think too. Thanks again.

He greeted him with a strong handshake and left the President's office.

Mrs. Mirtzi was waiting for him outside the Office.

I am so glad, Mr. Georgiou, that we will work together. Please follow me to my Office.

They went together again, to Mrs. Mirzi's Office.

"There is so much to do, in so little time, so we will have to get organized properly. First the update.

You are a Special Advisor to the President of the Re-public. This is done with a special project assignment contract, for a certain time and fee. The contract is valid until the end of the Presidential term. Whenever that happens. You set your salary at the amount of 120,000 Euros per year. The contract falls under a special regime and is not subject to tax. VAT included. You have additional privileges and privileges, which I will give you in detail in a document, as well as the possibility of using a diplomatic passport, privileges and a car of the Presidency of the Republic, with diplomatic plates. Especially for the car, you can choose any car from ODDY, which will be procured by the Presidency and given to you. All car expenses are covered by the Presidency. I have the con-tract ready here. You can read it. In the meantime, I will contact the Government Gazette for its publication. Typically the contract is valid from the date of publication. But before that I would like to ask you if there is any for-mal obstacle that would prevent you from signing the contract?

Like what exactly? Dimitris asked in surprise.

There are not many obstacles. Essentially, a felony court ban, a pending felony charge and arraignment, a prior conviction and time in prison, a civil rights ban. That's it, I think.

No I don't have that kind of hindrance. Dimitris re-plied smiling. But I have thought, and have already told the Chairman, that I should resign my position in the company, and transfer my shares to my partner immediately.

"This is not necessary, but your intention to do so is highly honoured. It will also silence some of your critics. And you were right to tell me. I intended to set today as the date of the contract. But I think it would be best to put today's date on your resignation and put tomorrow's date on the contract. What do you say?'

And I think that would be best.

Fine. While I'm talking to the Government Gazette, you read the contract.

Mrs. Mirtzi called the Government Gazette and arranged for the contract to be published. Dimitris began to read the contract. It was very properly and intelligently structured. In many places he referred to Presidential decisions that the President would issue in the future. Thus there was flexibility for strategic maneuvers and additional benefits. Mrs. Mirzi ended the call. Before long, Dimitris had also finished reading the Convention.

Well that's settled too. Said Mrs. Mirzi. "Tomorrow the contract will be published and you will formally assume your duties. Are you ok with the contract? Do you want us to change something?'

No, no change is needed. It's fine.

Enjoy. First I'll need your ID.

Dimitris gave her his identity and some other information she asked for. Mrs. Mirtzi completed the contract, printed it and gave it to him to sign. Dimitris signed it and gave it back to her. Mrs. Mirtzi informed the President that she was ready for him to sign it as well. The President told her to go to his Office immediately. He went to the President's Office and returned almost immediately, with the contract signed.

I think this is the first time the President has signed a document so quickly. said Mrs. Mirzi, almost laughing. He's taken the whole thing very seriously.

Me too. Dimitris answered. I hope I don't disappoint him.

Don't worry. Everything will be fine.

I hope so.

I have your copy here. I wholeheartedly wish good co-operation. There are also some other documents that I should prepare. But these are formalities and can be signed tomorrow. I will also be handing you all your credentials tomorrow. For today we can do the preliminary work. Your physical location will be in a neoclassical building down here. It is a wonderful two-story building with a bit of a sly history. It was originally built at the beginning of the twentieth century, by a famous architect of the time. Its essential use was to house the mistresses of the royal family at the time. That's why the first floor has two of the nicest bedrooms I've ever seen. It served this purpose until the Second World War. Then for various reasons it began to be used as an auxiliary building of the royal family. After the abolition of the monarchy, he became the Presidency of the Republic. The needs of the Presidency were not many and for several years the building was not used. Ten years ago, he came to the attention of a famous architect who had then undertaken the renovation of the Presidential Palace. He made his suggestion for its renovation and maintenance. The cur-rent President was Prime Minister at the time. And it is known that he always appreciated architecture and was interested in old buildings. He took the matter upon him-self and personally supervised its renovation. The building was restored to its former glory. On the first floor remained the two wonderful bedrooms. In the remaining space, a large office was created, which will also be your office, conference room and your Secretary's office. On the ground floor the main meeting room and offices of the rest of the staff. Along with auxiliary spaces of course. It is rumored among us that the then Prime Minister and current President, who was a known womanizer, had used it many times as a place for sexual encounters. When he assumed the Presidency, five years ago, we started using it for the needs of the Presidency. Today, a section of the Secretariat is housed there. Your head-quarters will also be there. You will be the first one in there. And of course you can make any changes you wish. Any staff you choose will also be housed there.

"It sounds very nice. But may I ask a question?'

Naturally.

"How true are all these rumors? I mean about love affairs etc.'

My dear, power and politics are very powerful aphrodisiacs. It is no coincidence that most politicians were al-so the greatest lovers. And usually rumors are part of reality. A small part I would say.

"I don't object. But how true are they about the President?'

Dear Mr. Georgiou, I feel that I can trust you and I like you very much. After all, trust is a cornerstone in this type of collaboration. Along the way you will also learn many secrets. Strictly for your ears only, I will tell you that, the rumors are not only true, but very true. If you know what I mean!

At this point a sly smile appeared on Mrs. Mirzi's lips.

Understood and thank you very much for the trust.

And to close the matter, I will also tell you that, I have personal experience and the President is still active in this area. Sometimes more active than you think. It is no coincidence, as you will soon find out, that there are only secretaries in the building and they are all dolls.

As soon as Dimitris realized what exactly she had told him, he stared at her in astonishment. A thought came to his mind and he had to express it immediately.

May I respectfully ask if you still use the building for similar activities?

Mrs. Mirzi literally laughed.

By God no. At least not from the side of the Presidency. After all, the President lives permanently in the Presidential Palace and also has a house in Ekali. Of course I cannot know what the Secretaries are doing there. After all, no one is monitoring them. Now that I think about it, it's only women in there. And you will be the only, at least at first, male. A man of great power. How is your family situation, Mr. Georgiou? The sly smile was once again painted on her lips.

Dimitris was surprised again. But he kept his cool. He smiled a little and answered Mrs. Mirzi.

Divorced two years ago, Mrs. Mirzi. And this time without a relationship or any other commitment.

Then who is their grace? A man of the right age, charming, with power, future and money. What else do they want! I clarify that the Presidency is very tolerant of this kind of relationship. Provided, of course, that they do not affect the operation of the office and the efficiency of the employees. And I also clarify that, very great care is needed in the management of information. Therein lies the greatest danger. If you take care of these you can do whatever you want. You can also use the space as your accommodation. Temporary or permanent. All I want is for you to tell me so that I can arrange the corresponding personnel. The space has all the possibilities and is fully equipped. At the moment we have the minimum kitchen staff. We serve coffees, drinks and a light breakfast every morning.

Have fun girls! And how many are there right now?

There are four secretaries. Your Secretary has been at the site for a week now. And here there is a sensitive point, and I want your attention.

You got her, I hear you.

Your Secretary is an exceptional case. It's my baptism. I've known her since she was born. She is an amazing girl. Her name is Chrysa Myrtia. Chrysa comes from Chrysanthemum. He is 28 years old. He studied Political Science and Public Administration at the University of Athens. He has a master's degree at Panteio, International Law and Diplomatic Studies. And PhD in Cambridge, Politics and International Studies. The famous POLIS. He also speaks English, French, German and Spanish all at C 2 level.

Excuse me, will this be my Secretary?

What exactly do you mean? Mrs. Mirzi asked.

I mean, her qualifications are too many for this position. Not to mention that I will feel at a disadvantage to her.

Oh, that's what you mean. Mrs. Mirzi sounded reassured. Don't worry. There is no reason to feel disadvantaged. I will explain to you. Chrysa may have all this education and qualifications, but she has absolutely no experience. After all, a year ago, she finished her studies. He has aspirations for the diplomatic corps, but he has understood that he will have to start somewhere and with great effort he will have to get to where he wants to be. Qualifications alone are not enough, you know. I try to help her as much as I can. In the Presidency even I could not place her. Besides, I don't think she was interested. A few months ago, some two-year contract positions opened up in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. It wasn't the best for her, but I could and I placed her there. Fortunately, he has fully understood the strategy and the feasibility of certain actions. When a month ago we dis-cussed for the first time with the President the proposal of the Italian Republic, I realized that this would be a wonderful opportunity for her to deal with her subject. Not of course from a managerial position, as she lacks experience, but from a supportive one. I proposed for project purposes to detach it to the Presidency and place it in the Building I mentioned above. Of course after I talked to her first and she agreed.

I'd be very interested in her opinion.

She's excited about the idea. I think he will be a valuable partner for you and you will do well together.

I wish! Personally, I have no objection if she agrees too.

Will you allow me a few more clarifications about Chrysa? He doesn't have much experience with the opposite sex. She is not shy, but on the one hand she had put the weight on her studies, on the other hand she had some traumatic experiences with wrong choices. You come from a very good and wealthy family and in the end you are a doll. You'll find that out in a little while, any-way.

Everything perfect about her, then. Dimitris commented.

Not exactly. There is also a very tragic moment in her life. Four years ago, in the summer, both her parents were killed in a car accident in Santorini. Chrysa had just finished her master's degree and wanted to spend a quiet summer. Then he would decide what to do. The death of her parents, however, affected her greatly. I supported her as much as I could. She settled her father's business affairs and then went to England and threw it into studies. He chose the most difficult Cam-bridge PhD, POLIS, and finished it in three years. That is, in the minimum time given by the university. Just to make you understand only one in ten achieves this. Then he returned to Greece. You understand now why I want to help her, apart from my weakness for her of course. And I would like to ask you to try to help her as well.

Understand. Rest assured I will. I believe she will be a valuable assistant.

And who knows, it could be more than that. said Mrs. Mirzi again in a sly tone.

So? Dimitris asked in bewilderment.

Hey, you understand. Free you, free her, many hours a day together, the bedroom next door, a lot can happen. Mrs. Mirzi said again meaningfully.

You have a cunning mind, Mrs. Mirzi! Dimitris re-plied smiling. And if such a thing still happened, would you approve of it? He asked slyly in turn.

Absolutely. Not to say that I would even wish for it. And don't ask me why!

Indeed. I'll keep that in mind.

"Just don't hurt her for me. Please but let's get back to our actions. We've talked about the paperwork. The bulk will be done tomorrow. For now I would suggest that we go to the building, introduce you to the staff, and then re-lease you to your company to make further arrangements. Agreed?'

Agreed.

Wait for me to let you know we're going.

He spoke on the phone and they started for the building. In the end it was very close, not even two hundred meters. And it really was great. A large two-story neo-classical building, with flower beds and a large garden at the rear.

They entered the corridor and approached the main entrance.

I will arrange for a guard to enter the entrance of the building these days. Said Mrs. Mirzi.

Is it necessary?

Of course it is. You are precious now, those of you who will be in here. And guards and security personnel. On a 24-hour basis.

I have no objection if you deem it necessary. Dimitris also agreed.

I also believe that the security system also needs an upgrade. But you will take care of that. After all, your specialty. And any other technological equipment need-ed.

Don't give me courage in such