Love is Not Finished

CHAPTER 152: Discussion

The pier looks crowded.

Not like the usual days. I saw a lot of fishermen gathered there. They just wear makeshift clothes, maybe today will go to sea again or just come home from sailing, I don't know..

Looked at the faces of those who were astonished when they saw my figure who came with the entourage of Mr. Jack. And I think it's normal, because they don't know who I am yet.

They must be thinking, why would any women come to the dock?

"Good morning everyone! Introduce this Ms. Zanu, who from today onwards will replace Mr. Bram. All the decisions I have made have to go through his agreement. For business on the field still I take care of," said Mr. Jack with a loud voice.

Everyone present was more astonished and they seemed to be whispering to each other.

"Shhh.. She was too young to be called Mother. At least it's the same age as my daughter, too,"

"Is he Mr Bram's assistant? But why is his position above the already senior Mr Jack? Or maybe he's Mr Bram's candidate?"

"So young, can he manage us? Especially all the men he faced,"

"Where is Mr Bram?"

Blue.bla.bla..

I heard him just keep quiet and keep smiling.

"I know what you think. Zanu's mother has been fully entrusted by Mr. Bram. He has also helped in the development and progress of other Pak Bram companies. So even though he was young, his prowess was beyond doubt. Well, we're giving Zanu's mother a chance to get something out to all of us here" Mr. Jack invited me to speak.

With a little groggy and nervous, I stepped forward.

"Good morning, gentlemen and greetings. I'm Zanu and it's the first day I've met you in person. Mr. Jack has explained my position here and hopes that the results expected by Mr. Bram in the future can be achieved. We need a good relationship between all of us. Fathers can express opinions freely, later we together also make the best decision. But indeed, there are certain things that I manage and absolute decisions from me. Of course, everything has been based on my own research through the info I get both from the field and from my own abilities. Until here, is there anything you want to ask me?" I speak very smoothly like a person making a speech. I see they are beginning to understand my position and my presence here.

A man of stature who grew old, advanced some lags from the ranks. A little nervous he looked at me.

"Son, whatever it is, all of us here wish life could be better. Our livelihood is only as fishermen and that is all we can do. Our children are starting to grow up and it costs more every year. With the presence of Mr. Bram so far, he was very helpful to our finances that previously only lived mediocre. Hopefully you as his replacement can be where we lean. May you be happy always son, I am sure you are the best choice of Mr. Bram," look the face of the Father full of hope and haru to me.

It turns out Bram has made a lot of changes for a lot of people. Bram has tremendous power and tremendous empathy, beyond his cold attitude.

"Aamiin.., I hope I can keep that trust. Thank you sir for giving his appreciation and do'a good for me," I replied.

"Sorry boss, just go ahead. How are we going to find young girls here? He said there's a guarantee of education for adek-adek here? What can the Boss compose everything, while the new Boss joins," he said straightforwardly and firmly.

I understand that this young man is thinking about his future and his family. Although the person is straightforward, the look of a worried face is stored in the heart. I smiled as a meaning if what he said I had thought carefully, even though I had just entered their world.

"Here, I just continue what has been arranged by Mr. Bram before. For the other management, the details are already in Mr. Jack. With regard to the education of children, there is no certainty. Because the advantages or benefits have been distributed in the bonus fathers. So, the more fish income you get, the more you get bonuses. Later I will think about how we can set aside the bonus for education and other purposes," I replied.

The young man muttered, as if understanding my answer. He went back into his line. Then, for some reason, Jack spoke ahead.

"Well, I think that was the explanation from Ms. Zanu. For another explanation just talk to me. Zanu's mother had to learn it first. To be sure, all this is from us and for us, in accordance with the slogan of Mr. Bram. Okay, now the fathers can disperse and do their respective activities. We'll meet again next week, good morning" Mr. Jack closed the open discussion. He walked towards me. All the fishermen disperse and move out of line.

"Sorry Non Zanu, I was forced to close the discussion today because their schedule was set to be ready to go to sea this afternoon. Before leaving, we give them time to meet their families. And I also don't want Non Zanu's time to be interrupted because of this discussion" Mr. Jack realized his mistake.

I'm not offended and understand what Mr. Jack means. I also just realized that at ten o'clock there is a private appointment to drive, so it must go home soon.

"It's okay sir. I happen to have a need too. All right, I'll go home. Is there anything you want to say, sir?" my many.

"Oiya Non, about the mosque. If Non wants to see the construction of his mosque, I am ready to deliver. Non can contact me if there is a need," replied Mr. Jack while holding out his card in front of me.

I took the card and put it in my wallet.

"Okay Jack, I'll call you later. Thank you, sir,"

"I thank you to Non. Because with the presence of Non, Pak Bram's company runs as it should. Oiya, there will be a driver who takes Non home,"

"No, Jack, I can go home alone. I enjoy the beach alone. Okay sir, I go home first," I declined Mr. Jack's offer.

His face was a little disappointed and unpleasant. Maybe Mr. Jack is afraid something might happen to me.

I walked away from Mr. Jack and his men. They looked at me with guilt. But I don't care about that because I know Bram's bodyguard is still watching me all the time. My feet stepped aside from the beach by remembering the memories with Bram.

Brother, I miss.

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