tone and delivery completely misled Alina. She couldn't tell if the man was joking or serious.
"When you get there, be sure to say hi to the Pasha." He's a good man, " said Ivanitch. After these words, it became clear that he, at least, was not joking. – We crossed paths with him, there was a case, however, quite a long time ago.
– This, as you dare to put it, Pasha, for a second, the chairman of the board of directors of a construction holding company. Are we really talking about the same person?
– Believe me, Alina, you and I are allowed to call the chairman of the board of directors Pasha. We won't be damned for this, I give you my word.
– Hmm…, – the girl pondered, – then maybe you can tell me where mine came from…
