Tonaka – A company involved with the construction of the Olympus Resort in Judgment in Death. On a ‘link call, Roarke told the other party, “It’s neither possible nor is it convenient for me to make the trip at this time.” He was told the situation required his personal attention due to Tonaka dragging their feet over this acquisition and the delays in the environmental clearance on the tropical sector, and they couldn’t hope to meet deadline without his immediate intervention - cost overruns and penalties... he told the person, “You’re authorized to deal with it. I pay you to deal with it. I’m unable to make the trip to Olympus for the next several days, perhaps longer. If Tonaka is dragging feet, cut them off at the knees.” The other party asked to know when Roarke would clear the time for an on-site survey, and Roarke replied, “I’ll let you know when I know.”[1]
References:
- ↑ Judgment in Death, Chapter 20