They were already on their way back to office after an almost three-hour meeting to discuss Nakia's losses. Before going to judicial channels, the Intel Corp commissioners requested a meeting in person to negotiate in case they could find the best way out. At least this could reduce the level of public distrust of their performance. And one thing is certain: Intel Corp's credibility in the eyes of other business partners.If Nakia has submitted the claim file to the court, then there is no safe way out for Intel Corp. Unfortunately, what Nakia asked to be fulfilled did not get a signal of approval because they felt that Nakia was blackmailing them. In fact, from any side, the most harmed is Nakia. It seems that this is very much utilized by Intel Corp to slightly reduce their sense of responsibility.Arslan has argued several times about the program and technology he designed for Nakia, claiming to be similar to Cyber. But this time, Thomas explained in great detail what kind of cheat
“I'm still wondering what Michael was really doing at Helena's side?” Tiara looked back at the file Rudi had handed her this afternoon. She was already at Jacob Group's office, not yet eager to go to Intel Corp just to find out the progress and what steps Arslan would take to deal with the problem at hand.“I can't trace further, Ms. Tiara. Only about his family background and work."Tiara rolled her eyes in annoyance. “If that's all you can find out, I already know who Michael is without your help. But why is he by Helena's side. That's a big question because no matter what, Michael is a famous doctor. He has a lot of good reputation in the medical world. And now? Always by Helena's side? Not even a husband would do that.” Tiara chuckled in disbelief. “Is he blinded by Helena? Or working as Helena's personal bodyguard? Gosh, why didn't I think of that?”The woman chuckled with satisfaction at her thoughts. Once again, s
Through the tail of his eyes, Michael noticed how Helena's expression had become quieter than before. It was different when Helena was briefing and discussing the project with Erick. Helena Edison was dedicated to the Nakia Group, but when she was faced with her own personal problems, Michael saw her as fragile. A person who needs support but is trying to stay strong. It was as if she didn't want to say that Helena could collapse at any moment.The sunglasses man suspected that this all stemmed from the phone call Helena had received that afternoon. From her father; Hanry Edison. Michael wanted to give Helena some comfort, even though he wasn't sure if his encouragement would ease the woman's anxiety. But... Michael wasn't sure if his comfort would make Helena feel comfortable or not.Meanwhile, Helena let out a long sigh as she covered part of her face with the back of her hand.“What... don't you want to see your father?” Michael asked carefully. He couldn't allow himself to see Hel
The hospital room where Helena was being treated felt increasingly empty. Helena's recovery process was painfully slow. Ever since Helena woke up and learned that she had lost her baby, something had changed about her. The smile that usually graced her face, the enthusiasm that sparked from her eyes, had now disappeared. It was replaced with a deep sadness.Perhaps because of this, Helena's recovery was not going well. Helena looked as if she had lost the meaning of life in herself. And that made her family worried. Even a psychiatric expert was asked to accompany her, but Helena seemed to be drowning in her sorrow. She didn't want to move, and she felt ... empty.How Helena wanted a pregnancy after three years. Even though her marriage failed, God gave her what she wanted. Whether as a gift to be grateful for or later it will be a boomerang, but Helena already loves her future baby. She guards it with all her heart and tries to be the best to raise her child.Unfortunately ... the ac
"Thank God Mr. Michael passed his critical period well, although it took a while," said the doctor in charge of Michael with a look of relief. “At least the follow-up observation after Mr. Michael regains his consciousness is still ongoing.”Helena let out a sigh of relief. She gently squeezed Thomas' hand on her shoulder. Thomas had arrived just as Kenneth had told him the news. He helped Helena sit in the wheelchair and escorted her to Michael's medical room. Helena also seemed enthusiastic to meet him, as if the sadness she had been feeling all afternoon had been eased by the news of Michael's awakening.They gathered right in front of the door to Michael's ward. The doctor only allowed one person to visit Michael, as his condition was still unstable. If he improved within twenty-four hours, Michael would be placed in a room next to Helena.The decision was made for the safety of both of them under the intense supervision of Tommy Andreas. Both Thomas and Hanry Edison agreed that t
News of Nakia CEO's accident was breaking fast. It also almost overshadowed the news about what happened with Intel Corp and the Cyber Group. However, the legal process continued as it was supposed to. There were no delays despite being represented by Wilna as well as Thomas, although the man only occasionally visited Nakia's office. They would not be distracted by news and Helena's condition.“Don't lose focus during the court proceedings, Wilna,” Thomas warned.Wilna rolled her eyes in annoyance. She still had a lot of files in her hands but the call from Thomas had been very distracting this whole time. And that was all Thomas said? Where was Wilna's focus except on the pile of files she would bring to the court?Even though Helena wasn't with Nakia, Wilna had full responsibility and wouldn't let Nakia miss out on a great opportunity to make Intel Corp pay for its actions.“Of course not, Mr. Thomas.” Wilna tried to speak in a normal tone. Although she repeatedly held back her anno
Before Rudi opened the door to the room where the woman who wanted to meet him was waiting, he took a deep breath. His heart was beating fast. Cold sweat had been pouring down his forehead since he entered the lobby of this building. But he couldn't run away because the woman knew how to make him fulfill her call.“Come in,” said the voice in the room after Rudi knocked on the black painted wooden door in front of him.Once again, Rudi let out a long breath. “Miss Tiara,” Rudi called, trying to be as calm as possible. The room was quite large with windows overlooking the city from the 35th floor of the Jacob Group building. Tiara Jacob stood with her back to Rudi. Staring out the window as if it was a fun thing to do. The faint afternoon sunlight reflected off her jet-black hair, adding to the woman's cold and menacing air.Rudi trembled with horror at meeting Tiara for the umpteenth time.“What else do you want from me?” Rudi asked in a trembling voice despite his efforts to remain c
The room where Helena was treated had a living room that was often used for meetings and work in between her therapy and recovery. Helena doesn't like to waste her time crying about what has happened. She had to keep moving with the flow of life.The large window near the living room was her favorite place to spend time reviewing the files Wilna had brought. Like this afternoon, Helena sat leaning back on the sofa, her face looking stern even though her body was still recovering. Her right hand was busy flipping through the documents Wilna had just handed over, while her left hand slowly adjusted the eyeglasses above her nose. Her gaze was sharp, focused, and glued to the pages she was reading.“How's the court proceedings going?” asked Helena as she adjusted her glasses.“Aren't you tired?” asked Wilna with an irritated look. Since her arrival an hour ago, Helena had not stopped checking the many files she had submitted. Wilna and Thomas' remarks about Helena focusing more on her rec
"I bet Mr. King wears red.""I'll wear white.""Um... I'm gray.""Oh, obviously I bet the King wears the green and white army color of his new collection.""No, I bet he wears his black Jordan's."The newly arrived girl somewhat strangely heard the voices of the staff gathered in one corner near her division."Morning, Gadis," Tania greeted her cheerfully. "Sit here. What did you bring for breakfast?"Gadis grinned. "Today I brought fish rolls and potatoes, Sis. What did you buy in the basement?"At least Gadis didn't run out of things to talk about and wasn't too awkward even though it had been almost a week since she worked at GreenTech."Chicken porridge." Tania smiled widely. "Uh, do you want to join the bet?""Huh?" The girl blinked in disbelief. "Bet? Gamble?""Ih, no." Tania dragged Gadis away immediately. "We're not gambling like you think."Gadis was brought to the group of people who had been talking about various colors. I don't know what that meant, but it was clear that t
Weak, tired, lethargic, sluggish, and powerless. That's how Gadis felt when she came home from work today. Her steps were dragging, and her walk was lackluster. Apart from waiting too long for the busway, she also still couldn't get rid of her annoyance at the attitude of an annoying man named King Aziz."Damn it, Kingkong," grumbled Gadis. "You'll see, I'll get back at him!"It was Gadis' habit to retaliate against any annoying treatment she received from King. But this time, it was work-related, which made her a little cautious. Although during the discussion with Mr. Ubud earlier, King occasionally covered up the mistakes that Gadis made but ..."I'm the new staff. Why should I be left outside the office at all. All day long anyway!" Gadis stomped her foot. She didn't care if it hurt because today, she was wearing flat shoes instead of her favorite sneakers. "Who should I ask if there's something questionable to be inputted. When there's an error? Why do they all fall on me?"The s
"You are doing this part," King said without looking at the girl who was still making a report in the form of a client progress chart requested by King. "Don't miss anything. Pay close attention to the ups and downs of the numbers, because they can be used for our analysis."The girl spluttered. "Yes, I know." Her hand slightly stopped typing. "What else should I learn?""This one. But fast, not slow. I don't like staff who are slow to think."Gadis felt like pinching or even hitting the head of the man who was now near her. Although he looked serious, King Aziz was still the most annoying person in the world. There was still that silly grin that she couldn't forget."Just put it down. After inputting this part, I will study it immediately.""Do it now. This chart can be postponed for a while."Gadis immediately looked sarcastically at King who spoke innocently just now. "What did you say? Now? You also said to input this part of the chart now. And right now, you need me to learn this
The girl's prayer this morning was quite long, if measured by the Jakarta Bogor KRL, it might be equal. It's nothing, there are so many hopes that Gadis said and asked so much that God would grant them all. On this day too. So that Gadis doesn't lose her mood because today, she can't turn around.Last night, when she couldn't sleep, she scrolled through the reels on IG. She found one caption that made her realize that if she gives in to the situation tomorrow, it means she's lost. Even though the draft of the resignation letter has been made, it only needs to be printed and signed and then submitted to Mr. Ubud. Even though it was only a day, Gadis felt lucky to have the opportunity to be the fastest working employee at GreenTech."I can't lose," she said with enthusiasm. "I shouldn't have been surprised by Kingkong's behavior, right? Why should I be surprised now?" She quickly sat on the edge of the bed. "I won't resign for such a ridiculous reason. I'll resign if my husband makes su
"Hei!" Manda grimaced and cringed at the way Gadis ate. It was nothing if she choked and they went to the hospital and then she made a report to the doctor: "Sorry, Doc. My friend choked on a jumbo sausage."It wouldn't be fun.If she choked on another sausage, she might still be able to understand. But this..."Dis, you can be more careful when you eat, right?" asked Lily as she held out a piece of tissue. "Your mouth is full of sauce."But Gadis didn't care. She ate even more voraciously. The grilled sausage, which she ordered three servings of, was already gone. Maybe only the sauce and mayonnaise were left. "I still want to eat." The girl quickly downed the sweet-iced tea she ordered. "I need to eat a lot."Manda patted her forehead; Lily could only shake her head in surprise. Especially seeing Gadis walking to another food booth. This time, it was the Takoyaki booth. She needed a serving of the mix with the maximum spicy level."What's wrong with her?" asked Manda curiously."I d
Hi readers.I don't know if you're still missing Helena's story or if you're already bored. But honestly, I'd like a change of pace regarding the plot. I happen to like enemy to lover plots. So I just uploaded it here. Hope you guys will accept it. And have you read the story of Victoria helping the paralyzed Mr. Logan? I've uploaded the other work for their story.****"Mom, I'm leaving for work today. Please pray that my work goes well," said Gadis before leaving the boarding house she had been staying in not long ago. The atmosphere in the boarding house corridor was quiet and there were only slippers on each door. A sign that the boarders were not awake yet.Maybe it's still morning. The girl said to herself. Glancing at the clock in her hand, it was still 5:45. She was too diligent to welcome the day but... it was her big day! The first day of work after two months of unemployment and lazing around at her mother's house."Yes, you be careful. Mommy wishes you a good job. Cheer up
The school hall was filled with the noise of the students who were busy preparing for Olin's farewell event. That day, Olin stood in the center of the hall in his neat school uniform. Although he tried to smile, the heaviness of leaving this place was clear on his face.“Lin, are you sure you want to go?” Jihan stood beside him, her eyes glazed over. “You know we're all not willing to let you go.”Olin took a deep breath, then looked at his best friend. “Jihan, I have to go. I can't stay here.”“Why not? We can face this together. You don't have to run away from everything.”Olin smiled, but didn't answer. He knew this decision was the best for him and for his family.One by one, his friends came up to Olin, saying goodbye. Adel, Maria, and Rihanna had been crying since the beginning of the show.“We'll miss your chatty voice in class,” Adel said as she wiped away her tears.
“Dad, I need to talk,” Olin's voice was soft but full of anxiety. She stood in the doorway of her father's study. Michael, who was busy reading a document, looked at his daughter. There was something in her tone of voice that made Michael immediately close the document and wave a hand, inviting her in.“Sure, honey. What's wrong? Sit here,” he said, pointing to the chair in front of him.Olin stepped in slowly, sitting with her back straight but her face downcast. She clutched the hem of her sweater tightly, a clear sign that she was agitated.“Pa... I'm confused. I don't know where to start,” she said finally, her voice trembling.Michael smiled a little, trying to offer some comfort. “Try starting with what's bothering you, Lin. Papa is here to listen.”Olin lifted his head, looking up at his father with teary eyes. “It's about Andy, Pa. And about what Mama said yesterday at the festival.&rdqu
“Olin, what's wrong? You're not usually like this,” Jihan opened the conversation in a quiet but worried voice. They were sitting on a bench in the school garden during recess. Olin just sighed, his eyes fixed on the grass in front of him.“I'm fine, Ji,” Olin replied briefly, without turning his head.Adel, who was sitting beside him, rolled her eyes. “It's okay? Seriously, Lin? If you're okay, why do you look like you've lost something? Even your voice isn't as loud as usual.”“Yeah, Lin,” Maria added as she leaned forward, trying to find Olin's gaze. “You didn't even respond when we teased Rihana earlier. You're usually the most excited when there's something to joke about.”Rihana nodded in agreement, though she was a little disturbed by the discussion. “That's right, Lin. You didn't even laugh when I almost fell earlier. Are you sick? Or... something wrong at home?”Olin s