
Ailey's feelings were mixed thinking about what Kevin was going to discuss. He felt he had done nothing wrong, but yesterday's sale was not up to expectations. If the reason is because of the sale, it looks like Ailey will defend herself because she is only running the company's directives. But if not for that, it was unimaginable by Ailey what she should do. He really cannot think clearly due to the call of the CEO.
The meeting that day was held at one of the cafes at the Abram City Mall to make it easier for Ailey to immediately serve at Abram's electronics store after a meeting with Kevin. That's if he wasn't fired at the time.
“Good morning, Ailey!” Say hello to Kevin while approaching Ailey who was sitting in the cafe.
“Again, Sir!” Ailey replied as she moved out of her chair after seeing Kevin approaching her. Even if he did not know the discussion that day, he still had to show his respect to the CEO where he worked.
“Have a message?” Kevin asked in a friendly manner that looked completely different from his usual attitude displayed in front of his employees.
“So I've ordered sweet tea, sir.” Continue Ailey with condolences, “About what, yes sir invited me to discuss in this cafe?”
“Hahaha. You go straight to the core of the question, yes.” Timpal Kevin while laughing. “I want to thank you.”
Ailey who heard the statement instantly silent a thousand languages so shocked. He was trying to digest word for word Kevin said.
“Thank you for what, Sir?” Ask Ailey wonder.
“You remember the incident you truant for distributing brochures in Engelskraft?”
“Remember, Sir. Forgive me once again.” Ailey's down in shame.
“Quiet, quiet. I won't scold you anymore. It is still a mistake because you are not disciplined. But if not for that, I do not think of promoting in Engelskraft, you know.” Connect Kevin.
“So, you're not angry anymore?”
“I swear, I've forgiven you because your idea was pretty smart back then. Just look, without those events, a campaign with Engelskraft might never happen.” Obviously Kevin.
“Yes, but didn't the first day sales of the campaign also not meet the target?” Ailey asked back.
“Hmm. It is true, but the number of visitors from Engelskarft coming to our store increased significantly. Do not forget that it is also an achievement.” Kevin was excited.
Ailey, who heard Kevin's words, lowered her head in shame because of Kevin's flattery. It turns out that the effort he did not go in vain even though he had been hired for ditching. You could say, blessing in disguise.
“You have any idea what else?” Kevin asked enthusiastically.
“Eh? You asked me?” Ailey's face was flushed red because a CEO asked his employees as if Ailey was his personal assistant. Kevin's expression looked excited waiting for Ailey's reply.
“Hmm. Currently ‘kan all digital. Is it not better we guerrilla in digital marketing?” Ailey's reply was doubtful.
“Patut tried. Our other business lines also do digital marketing, while Abram electronic stores are abandoned because they are considered to be unable to compete. This idea I will convey to the related team.” Kevin said in agreement.
“Pak, another 15 minutes the store has to open. I'd better get ready soon.” Ailey said as she looked at the clock on the wall.
Ailey really did not expect that Kevin could be this polite and friendly with his employees. Stuck in Ailey's mind, lest the boss was hit by something until his attitude was 180 degrees different. However, he did not want to be a kegeer just because Kevin praised him.
While passing through the storefronts that had begun to open, Ailey who walked side by side next to Kevin looked very awkward. Because of her feet, Ailey just hung her face along the way because she did not know what to talk about. Unlike Kevin, he walked confidently by crossing both hands on his chest.
“Who are you staying with? Healthy old man?” Kevin suddenly broke the silence.
“I live alone, Sir. My father is healthy and is in Banyuwangi. While my mother was gone when I was born.” Answer Ailey.
“Oh, sorry. I didn't mean to mention it.” Kevin said it was bad.
“It's okay. I have no memories with my mother. Sounds pathetic, yes.”
“Not really. Having a complete parent is sometimes troublesome, you know. There is a lot of will to be followed. Sometimes I care if I have to argue with them.” Complain Kevin.
“Wah, you are evil once, Sir. Not just parents who like hassles with the behavior of their children? Or maybe, Mr. Kevin is too pampered so he can think like that.” Ailey's temptation got carried away.
“Smart also you. If I were Lina, it would be obvious that you don't work today. Hahaha.” Kevin laughed amusedly.
“Hehe. As long as you still have a father and mother, you must remain grateful because it feels different if you have parents who are not whole anymore. Although we sometimes fight, but that's what makes us closer to our parents, right?” Ailey.
Kevin who heard Ailey's words smiled warmly. It seemed that just this time there was a woman who dared to advise him. Women around him usually only care about Kevin's business and wealth so rarely anyone tries to understand his feelings.
“Your father raised you very well apparently.” Kevin Timpal.
“Hehe. You could say that.” Ailey blushed shyly.
“Later after work, where do you plan?” Ask Kevin in curiosity.
“Nothing. Usually, I go straight home.” Ailey replied while frowning her forehead.
“I'll drive home, yeah. Not good young woman home night-night alone.”
Ailey listened to Kevin. Again, the treatment is not as usual.
“No need, Sir. I'm used to going home by myself, kok.” Answer Ailey's panic.
“Do not hesitate, just assume I returned the favor because of the idea you gave earlier.” Kevin's rebut calms Ailey down.
Kevin's smile was glistened and recorded in Ailey's vision beautifully. As the sun warms in the morning, Kevin's visuals seep into Ailey's heart and inflict a sting on her face. Ailey's face flushed red, she immediately turned her face away from Kevin's face. It seems the woman was misbehaving.
Kevin who realized the nervousness of Ailey's behavior could only laugh a little. For a long time he had not felt any warmth while chatting with a woman. Even though their relationship was limited between superiors and subordinates, Kevin felt a soothing flow of energy spreading throughout his body. Apparently, there was a small spark that almost formed from the two poles of the man. It is like watching fireworks that are ready to fluoresce but flushed by rainwater for reasons of professionalism of the work.