Do you still remember the gentleman whom I accidentally woken and he left at the wrong stop? Well, I met him again today.

The gentleman hands over his name card with a scoff. He had instantly recognised me as soon as I walked into the room. I grin sheepishly and extend out my right hand for a firm handshake but the gentleman waves it away nonchalantly. We immediately skip the formalities and went straight into business.

On his name card is a familiar name - Athereal Coporation. The gentleman had been a director at the company before their imminent collapse because of the liquidity crisis a month ago. The full effects of the fallout is still being felt as the months go on, much akin to the aftershocks of an earthquake.

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Despite the ruined state of the former business, there is still an air of mystique and class surrounding their employees. They are still the cream of the crop regardless of their failed status. I welcome the gentleman warmly to our company - Everblue Corp. He states that he is applying for the executive director position as it commensurate with the pay and position that he previously held. I nod politely with the most courtesy I have shown to any person. I knew he is one we have to get.

Employees of Athereal Corporation did not all immediately went on a job hunt. In fact most decided to take the rest of the year off. They are already paid handsomely in severance and regular salaries after all. There is simply no rush for them to continue on their employment. Hence most have decided to take it easy or “lie flat” for the remainder of the year; they opt instead to look for employment the following year. This gentleman is the exception rather than the rule.