Akbar Zeb was nervous, he has had issue in the past with men from the MENA region before. However the man hosting him, Mr Tebboune, was very different…
After several phone calls and emails, Tebboune suggested they meet up and discuss how they can further the relationship between both bodies that the men represented. A concept that made Akbar Zeb, who was normally very confident, feel small. He is not used to this direct approach from the men in this region.
“Well, I’ve been all over the world” Akbar Zeb mumbled to himself, trying to build up the confidence to meet Tebboune. At this point the reader should be aware that Akbar Zeb had a disagreement with a former Saudi colleague, after leaving a sour taste in his mouth, through no fault of his own.
“Mr Tebboune, I would love to take you up on your offer, I feel we can really help each other get there and reach our goals” Akbar Zeb proclaimed overconfidentally. Tebboune chuckled quietly, many people before Akbar Zeb have claimed this, but Tebboune was willing to roll the dice.”Great! I will sort out your accomodation and we will have a small soirée to welcome you” and with that, direct as ever, Tebboune hung up.