Noticing her phone ringing, Kyla quickly excused herself to take the call. "I'll take the call first," she said with a smile.
Edward nodded, but his gaze was still fixed on Kyla. Curiosity overcame him, and he couldn't avoid the strange feeling that kept bothering him. The long-awaited opportunity came when he heard Kyla's conversation with someone on the other end of the line.
"Stopping our company partnership? Why?" asked Kyla, surprised.
Kyla sighed, listening to the phone seriously. "Alright," she replied after hearing the explanation.
After the conversation, Kyla sat back in her chair, disappointment visible on her face. It felt like there was no hope anymore.
"I've heard everything. I can help you, but there are conditions," Edward said quietly.
"Conditions? Never mind, Edward. You can go now. At first, I wanted to keep you, to promote you so that you would resign from the company, but seeing the condition of the company now, it's better for you to just leave. Now go, meet the HR department to collect your remaining salary," Kyla replied firmly.
"I can be the new investor in this company,"
"An investor?" Kyla was surprised. "Yes, I can become an investor in the company. with twice as much investment as before." Edward explained.
"Alright, let's put it this way. You can ask me anything about forgetting about being an investor. Now, what do you want to ask?" Kyla nodded, giving the opportunity.
"I want to know the origin of the pendant you're wearing," Edward asked seriously.
"Pendant?" Kyla was silent for a moment, then answered. "It's not the real one. It's a fake."
Edward was surprised to hear that, but Kyla's explanation slightly changed his outlook. There was hope emerging.
"The real one was lost a year ago in an accident. I got this pendant from someone who saved me from a terrorist attack. He was a soldier. We met briefly, but unfortunately, he passed away. This is the real one," Kyla showed him the pendant photo on her phone.
Edward felt a little cheated, realizing that the woman he had helped was not Elisabeth but Kyla.
"Why are you asking about this?" Kyla asked, confused by Edward's change in demeanour.
"No, it's nothing. Like I said, I'm going to invest in your company," replied Edward, trying to calm the atmosphere.
After that, Edward got up and immediately called his assistant, Lee. Kyla watched Edward, who was talking on the phone. There was a sense of familiarity that bothered her, like someone she had met, the Army, but it couldn't be that he was dead; at least that was the house she heard,
Shortly after, Edward returned to his seat. "I've contacted my assistant, and someone who was sent will contact you."
"Assistant? You mean?" Kyla asked, surprised.
However, before Edward could explain further, Kyla's phone rang again.
"She's a messenger from my assistant, calling you to discuss the investment I promised," Edward said, getting up and leaving without explaining anything more.
Outside, Edward met Steven, who greeted him with a sardonic smile.
"Hey, look who's here. I heard you wanted to resign. Good, at least I don't have to bother firing you," Steven said mockingly.
Edward only smiled slightly. "Well, at least you don't have to see a coward like you."
"Coward?" Steven chuckled, his tone full of contempt. "You didn't misspeak? That sentence suits you better."
"That's right, baby." Another voice suddenly rang out. Elizabeth came over to them, wrapping her arms around Steven. "If he weren't a coward, he wouldn't have left. He only ran away after realizing that he had lost the game."
"Game?" Edward chuckled, unable to believe what he had just heard. "So, you think this whole thing is just a game? Well then, congratulations. You've won this game with nothing to show for it."
Elizabeth's face turned red with anger. "Stop being so arrogant, Edward! Who do you think you are? You're just a poor man with nothing. What can you do? This is all a charade. You must have hired actors to pretend to be successful, hoping I would regret leaving you!"
Edward looked at Elizabeth sharply, a cold smile etched on his face. "There are no actors I can pay, as you said. A poor man like me, what can I do? And who would want to work for free?"
"Maybe you're selling your worthless self!" Elizabeth retorted mockingly.
Edward approached, his voice cold as ice. "I would never stoop so low as you, Elisabet. You may be proud of what you have now, but the one thing you can never have is true happiness. You will never have it. And yes, I did resign because I don't want to see a disgusting woman like you again. My eyes are too precious to see an imposter like you who got me trapped in this ridiculous marriage."
"Impostor? A silly marriage?" Elisabet smiled sarcastically, though there was humiliation in her eyes. "So, you finally figured it out. Yes, I am indeed not the woman you were looking for. I married you because I thought I would be happy living with a man like you. You're so handsome that it made me stupid enough to agree to this marriage. But now I realize Steven is much better than you in every way."
Edward stopped his steps when he heard a woman calling his name urgently.
"Edward, wait!"
Everyone, including Steven and Elisabet, turned their heads towards the voice. Kyla was seen running a little closer to Edward. Kyla's sudden action surprised everyone, including Edward.
"Kyla?"
In front of everyone, under the stunned gaze of Elizabeth, Steven, the blonde girl, and all the staff watching, Kyla did something unexpected. The woman known to be cold and firm and who always rejected every man who tried to get close to her now embraced Edward unceremoniously. Edward looked shocked, his body stiffening for a moment. He did not expect Kyla to do this, especially in front of many people. Kyla's hug felt tight as if she wanted to convey something more than just words. "Kyla..." Edward whispered, standing still, his eyes shifting from the awkward-looking Kyla with flushed cheeks; the situation felt even more complicated, especially when Elisabet looked at Kyla with a hateful gaze that was hard to hide. Kyla loosened her embrace slowly, kept her distance, and tried to speak softly even though her face clearly showed guilt. "I'm sorry, I..." she said softly, her gaze downcast momentarily before finally meeting Elisabet's piercing gaze. In that instant, guilt overcame
“Who was involved?” he asked in a deep yet controlled tone. Kyla looked down, her voice trembling as she whispered, “Richard.” Her answer was quiet, almost inaudible. She tried to avoid Edward's gaze, which seemed to penetrate all her secrets. Edward's brow furrowed, the tension evident on his face. “Richard? Who is he?” Kyla let out a long breath, her voice filled with frustration. “He's an influential man from Snowflake,” she said softly. “He used his power to pressure me, exploiting my family's weakness for his own gain. I cannot accept this, Edward.” Edward's gaze sharpened, but there was a hint of tenderness in his expression. “I understand,” he said in a soothing voice. “I will help you overcome this.” Kyla lifted her face, her eyes filled with concern. “Talk to her? No, Edward. She's not only dangerous but cunning. I even fear for your safety. But... who exactly are you? Why are you working in my company, letting people insult you, including your ex-wife, when I'm sure you'
All eyes were immediately drawn to Edward, who was now standing confidently beside Kyla.“Is that right, darling?” Edward asked for agreement in a calm yet firm tone.Kyla was silent, her face filled with worry.“What are you talking about?” asked Anna sharply. “Who are you?”“Me? I am your son-in-law, ma'am. My name is Edward,” Edward replied as he extended his hand, his smile etched with confidence.“Son-in-law?!” Anna squealed in disbelief.“Yes, son-in-law. I am the husband of your daughter, Kyla.”Anna stared at Kyla with overwhelming emotion. “Kyla, is what he said true?”“Mom, I can explain, it's...”“Answer me, is he your husband?”Kyla nodded slowly, her voice barely audible. “Yes, he's my husband.”Plak! A hard slap landed on Kyla's cheek. Anna looked at her daughter with eyes flashing with anger.“How dare you, Kyla. How dare you marry without Mother's permission! And what's worse, you're marrying a man whose origins are unclear. Have you lost all respect for Mom and our fam
“Yes, we are getting a divorce. I did this so Richard would stop bothering me and my family. But what happened? You only made things worse,” Kyla said in an emotionally charged tone.Edward stared straight ahead, his eyes filled with disappointment, though his voice remained calm. “Fine, if that's your decision.”His answer was short, but his nonchalant tone made Kyla feel guilty. Edward refocused on driving, though this time at a higher speed than before.Kyla sat silently in her seat, her mind spinning endlessly. What was really going on? Did Edward dislike her decision to divorce? Or... could it be that he had deeper feelings for her?“No way,” she muttered softly, trying to dismiss the thought. However, the image of Edward's disappointed gaze continued to haunt her. Something inside her felt strange, as though her heart refused to accept what they had just discussed.After taking Kyla home, Edward did not immediately return to his place. Instead, he went to a private apartment loca
Kyla sighed, visibly annoyed by the interruption. "Tell them to leave if it's not important," she replied curtly. But before the staff could reply, another voice came from the doorway. "Oh, so this is how you greet me?" Diandra strode in haughtily, followed by Vicky who flashed a mocking smile. Kyla stiffened, clearly not liking their presence. "You guys? What are you doing here?" she asked sharply. Diandra smiled sarcastically, folding her arms across her chest. "I just wanted you to congratulate me," she said in a dismissive tone. Kyla frowned. "Congratulations? For what?" "For my success, of course," Vicky interjected proudly. "We just landed a multi-billion cooperation project." Kyla snorted, not hiding her disgust. "So you guys just came to show off? I'm not interested. Get out of here!" she ordered sternly, then turned to her staff. "Throw them out." Diandra's face turned angry. "Kyla, you dare talk to me like that? Is it because of that man that you're so bold now?
Kyla scoffed, visibly annoyed. "What do you mean? First, you say he likes me, and now you're questioning if he's even a man. You're infuriating!"Edward chuckled at her reaction, his amusement clearly written across his face. "Why are you laughing? What's so funny?" Kyla demanded, her tone sharp with irritation."You," Edward replied, struggling to suppress his grin. "You're even more beautiful when you're angry."Kyla's cheeks flushed crimson. It was the first time anyone had complimented her so boldly, leaving her momentarily speechless."That's enough," she said, turning her head away, trying to hide her flustered expression. "Go. Stop distracting me. And remember, this contract marriage ends soon. I don't want any more complications involving Richard."Edward's expression turned serious. "Once this project is over, he won't dare come near you again," he assured her. "You don't have to worry."Kyla studied him briefly before exhaling in relief. "Good. That means I won't have to mar
Meanwhile, the hall where the party was held was in full swing. Diandra, Ricky, even Mrs. Wijaya and several members of the Wijaya family were already present. William, the master as the host's representative at the event welcomed Mrs. Wijaya with great respect. "Mrs. Wijaya, welcome. Congratulations on your grandchild's achievement," William said kindly. However, Mrs. Wijaya only responded coldly. Her face was flat and expressionless. "That's nothing, not worth bragging about at all. If it wasn't for you, I wouldn't have come," she replied shortly. William was silent for a moment, stifling his discomfort. He glanced at Ricky and Diandra, trying to smile. "Alright, I understand. No need for further comment. So, where is Miss Kyla now?" ---On the other side, Kyla stood on the side of the road. Her car had suddenly broken down, leaving her frustrated. She tried to contact Steve, but her calls went unanswered. The streets were deserted, the night was getting late, adding to her d
"Anyone who wants to leave G.S Company, please leave right now!" Edward exclaimed loudly, his voice echoing across the room. The guests, especially those unfamiliar with him, whispered among themselves, confused by the sudden outburst. "Edward! Who do you think you are, the owner of G.S Company?" Steve snapped, his tone sharp. "Shut up, Steve!" Kyla's voice cut through, full of anger. "I never expected you to betray me!" "Betray? Me?" Steve's face showed shock. "What did I do, Miss Kyla?" "Don't play dumb!" Kyla retorted sharply. "You deliberately made my car break down so I couldn't attend this event. What exactly are you planning, Steve?" A woman in the crowd interjected with a snide comment, "Is she serious? A staff member purposely sabotaged his own company? How shameful." "That's not true! I didn’t do anything!" Steve defended himself, then turned to Ricky. "Mr. Ricky, please help me explain this." Kyla glared at Ricky with suspicion. "Ricky! So you're involved in th
“Prince, you must see this.” He approached Edward, who was walking to his hotel room after the wedding. In his hand, he carried a cell phone with a viral video on it.“Leave it alone,” Edward said casually, refusing to look at the video Diandra and Ricky had shared.“But Prince, this has gone too far,” Han tried to convince him.“I know. But tomorrow they will regret it,” Edward replied calmly as he continued walking.Edward deliberately kept the incident quiet for now. He had a plan to keep them silent. Right now, all he had on his mind was his wife. He knew Kyla would still be curious about his status after the King and Queen attended their wedding.Edward opened the door to the room slowly. Kyla, who had already changed, immediately approached him with a questioning look.“Edward, who exactly are you? How come the King and Queen are at our wedding? Don't you...” Kyla trailed off, seemingly hesitant to continue.Edward smiled slightly. “I was born and raised in the Palace. It was on
Such a grand party was held in a luxurious building decorated with great beauty. Crystal chandeliers glittered from the ceiling, reflecting light that added to the magical atmosphere of the evening. The guests were from the world's elite - royalty, high-ranking officials, and prominent business people. They had come from all over the world to attend a celebration that was not only special but historic: the wedding of the crown prince of the Kingdom of Mars, a highly respected leader.Edward, the crown prince, stood at the hall's end dressed in regal regalia. His blood-red robe was adorned with gold embroidery and a shining royal crest. Underneath the robe, his body looked dashing in light armor designed to add to his charm as a general. Although his appearance exuded an aura of decisiveness, there was a hint of nervousness in his eyes.Kyla had finished dressing up. With steady steps, she walked towards the room where the wedding party was held. Although her small steps felt so heavy,
“Mrs Wijaya, believe me, he is not what you see now,” Elizabeth was still trying to convince everyone, her voice full of emotion and conviction that seemed forced.Lady Wijaya seemed affected. She looked at Edward with a thoughtful gaze, then turned her gaze to everyone standing around the man. As if trying to find the truth behind all of Elizabeth's accusations. Finally, after taking a deep breath, she said in a firm tone, “I don't know who is right here. But I'll calculate if you lie to me, Edward.”The room fell silent for a moment. The guests exchanged glances, the atmosphere turning increasingly tense. However, Edward remained calm, his gaze not wavering in the slightest.In a low but authoritative voice, the man who looked like Edward's messenger spoke, “True or not, it is none of your business, Mrs. Wijaya. My duty is only to fetch the bride. And you, Miss Elizabeth,” the man glanced at Elizabeth with a cold gaze, ”stop talking before you do something you will regret.”Elizabet
“Stop it!” The loud voice echoed, breaking the crowd that had previously been filled with the guests' conversations. Everyone fell silent, turning their eyes towards the voice's owner.Edward stopped his steps, turning his head with a surprised expression. So did Kyla, who stood beside him. Their gazes met Elizabeth, who advanced from the crowd, her face filled with anger and blatant contempt.Elizabeth swept her gaze across the room, taking a deep breath before opening her voice. “What kind of joke are you making, Edward?” her voice was filled with mockery, but she made sure every word was stabbed like a dagger. “You may be able to lie to all of them, but me? I know who you are.”Edward gave Elizabeth a cold stare, his expression difficult to read, but Kyla could feel the tension that enveloped the man's body beside her.“You have nothing! You're just a poor ex-soldier who means nothing!” Elizabeth pointed her finger at Edward accusingly. “So stop this nonsense. Everyone with you tod
“Edward?” her voice trembled, almost in disbelief.Edward smiled slightly, his gaze full of serenity. “Yes, I'm sorry I'm late. I had some important business to take care of first,” he replied calmly.Kyla furrowed her brows, still finding it hard to believe what she was seeing. “Not about that... but why are you dressed like this? Whose robes are you wearing?” she asked in a confused tone, her eyes tracing the details of Edward's magnificent robes.Edward smiled wider, full of confidence. “Mine, of course,” he replied, his voice firm. “I came here to pick you up, Kyla. We're going to our wedding. Oh, and I've prepared a wedding ring for you.”Kyla was stunned, her mind spinning rapidly, trying to make sense of what was going on.Another man approached with steady steps, carrying a small box. When the box was opened, it revealed a beautiful ring with a stunning gemstone in the center, surrounded by diamonds that reflected light in all directions.Edward took the ring gracefully, then l
Suasana yang tadinya riuh tiba-tiba menjadi sunyi. Para tamu saling bertukar pandang, ada yang gugup, ada yang penasaran.Ricky yang mendengar utusan kerajaan Mars telah tiba, semakin bangga.Para tamu mulai berbisik-bisik membicarakan nasib baik Ricky dalam menarik perhatian kerajaan untuk menghadiri pernikahan tersebut.Semua mata tertuju pada pintu utama. Di luar, deretan mobil mewah berhenti rapi, memancarkan kemewahan.Seorang pengemudi berseragam keluar dan membuka pintu. Dari dalam, sosok-sosok berwibawa melangkah keluar dengan langkah tegas dan percaya diri, memancarkan aura keagungan yang tak terbantahkan.Dari tengah kerumunan, seorang pria jangkung berjas hitam melangkah maju. Tatapannya tajam dan penuh wibawa, dan langkahnya mantap seperti seorang penguasa yang merebut kembali tahtanya.Pria itu berhenti di tengah langkah, membiarkan keheningan menggantung seperti kelas berat di udara.Tatapannya tajam menatap tepat ke sudut ruangan tempat Kyla berdiri.Saat tatapan mereka
Still on the same night, it was in the hall where Diandar and Ricky's wedding party was held. Ricky and Diandra's wedding took place with great fanfare, exuding luxury and warmth. The grand ballroom was adorned with sparkling crystal chandeliers, fresh pastel-coloured flowers were arranged beautifully in every corner, and orchestral music created a romantic and elegant atmosphere. This gave the impression of a party that was not only luxurious but also full of love and happiness. The guests came from all walks of life, including important figures from the world of business and politics to some of the capital's celebrities who made the party shine. Guests wore their best outfits, mingling in the glittering party atmosphere. Media cameras were also busy capturing the special moments of the night. In one corner of the room, Elizabeth and Steve's family were proudly present. They seemed to exude an aura of happiness and respect for the host. Elizabeth wore an elegant navy blue gow
Just as General Tang and General Seng of the Jupy Nation had planned.The night sky was dark, with the moon covered by grey clouds. The road to the Apartment was silent, accompanied only by the roar of Edward's quietly moving car. Inside the car, Edward checked his watch. "We should arrive on time," he said to his bodyguard in the front seat. "Yes, Prince Edward. This journey should be uneventful," replied the bodyguard, his eyes vigilantly monitoring the road. However, not long after, the sound of tires squealing broke the silence. From the opposite direction, three large vehicles sped up, blocking the road. From those cars, a group of people dressed all in black got out with sophisticated weapons in hand.Edward's bodyguards reacted immediately, drawing their pistols, but the surprise attack from the ambushers was too fast. "Duck down, Mr. Edward!" shouted one of the bodyguards, trying to protect his master. However, despite the resistance, the armed group moved with practice
At the Wijaya family residence, the atmosphere was already bustling with preparations for Ricky and Diandra's wedding. Magnificent decorations were arranged in every corner of the room, fresh flowers adorned the main hall, and crystal chandeliers shone brightly, creating a luxurious and festive atmosphere. From the outside, everything looked perfect, but not everyone inside had good intentions.Diandra sat on one of the large sofas in the living room with Ricky. Her face still showed bruises from her last encounter with Edward, but they shared a proud smile.“Ha! I can't wait to see Edward fall in this game,” Ricky said in a cocky tone while crossing his arms over his chest.“But... what if Richard really doesn't want to marry Kyla anymore?” asked Diandra, her tone slightly worried though she tried to hide it.“You said yourself that Richard doesn't want Kyla anymore. What will we do if that happens?”Ricky chuckled with a confident expression. “Take it easy, Diandra. I've already arra