Marrying an Abuser's Ex-Husband

Chapters. 151

Meanwhile, at a cafe in the city of Lampung, Gunawan invited Rustam to meet.

"Assalamualaikum, Malam, sir," said Rustam as soon as he reached the side of the master. He wore simple clothes because this was not his usual working hours.

"Wa'alaikum hail. Sit down, rustam!" Gunawan said with a forced smile.

"It's been this late night, why are you asking me to meet here, sir? shouldn't you just rest at home?" said Rustam while sitting in front of Gunawan. The tone of this man's voice was heavy, and it sounded full of wisdom. Characteristics of Rustam since long ago.

Gunawan commented a thin smile on one corner of his lips. A pitiful expression was clearly drawn on his face. Then he said, "I don't have a house anymore, rustam. Because tonight, I decided to divorce Clara. So I was forced to leave behind everything that his father gave me."

Rustam. Now he understood why the Master looked so pitiful. Now he understood why he had been called this late. So as a good servant he should be able to quietly listen to his Master reveal all the burdens of the mind.

"What..., you regret this decision, sir?" asked Rustam very carefully.

"No. Of course I don't regret it, but there are still some hard things off my chest considering we've lived together for a long time. No matter how much I hate him, divorce is still painful because we have felt many things together," Gunawan said while laughing out the cafe window.

His mind floated up recalling all the memories that Clara had gone through over the years. At his no longer young age, the grown man now looked a little grieved.

Farewell still has a sad side for everyone, no matter how uncomfortable you are with your partner. Same for Gunawan.

"Eemm, sir, how about we just think about your new company problem? Didn't you want to develop this company so that it would be worth passing it on to your grandchildren?" rustam said slowly. This one man looks very careful when talking even though he has long known Gunawan.

Gunawan finally smiled. He also turned off the cigarette that had accompanied the shock in his heart. What Rustam said was true. It was enough for him to cry over Clara all this time. He had already given his best years to the woman, and in the end things remained unappreciated.

"You're right, Rustam. No need to discuss the problems that have passed," said Gunawan look better. He said, "Then have you brought me the files I asked for?"

"certainly, sir. Even I brought an extra file about some of the problems that occurred in the company," replied Rustam as he opened the black tote bag he had been holding.

"The problem? What's the matter now?" Next to Alis Gunawan explained, He did not look surprised to hear the problems that often arise considering this is a newly pioneered company.

"A few days ago employees complained that the AC in their room was simultaneously damaged" Rustam explained, opening several files. "I didn't initially note this issue because I thought it was trivial, but then many employees reported it in one day. Finally I took notes on the floor, and there were in any division that had any damage" Rustam explained.

"Well, that's important. Because if the workplace is not comfortable, the performance of the employees is not optimal" said Gunawan while checking the damage report file from Rustam.

"Really, sir. But so far there are no significant obstacles for our employees. In fact, this month's sales target was reached to the maximum. If the company's progress continues like this, it is likely that in a few months our new company can match the company of Bu Clara," Rustam said with a faint smile on his face.

Gunawan. He directly confirmed Rustam's remarks. He saw for himself firsthand how the company he had just exited was slowly growing significantly. In fact, its development is relatively fast compared to other companies. It was not in vain that he entrusted this company to Rustam.

"good. Then how about in 2 months we start selling shares to some big companies?" gunawan's proposal while looking at the report of the progress of his new company over the past few months.

Gunawan smiled a little. He felt Rustam's speech was too excessive. So he said, "you're so funny, rustam. Precisely to hurt someone so fiercely, we have to start with the people around him.".

Rustam. He looked at Gunawan with his eyebrows raised, astonished. He has a hunch, Gunawan will hook companies that work with Clara. This sounds very risky to Rustam.

"Are you thinking of establishing a partnership and a company that has been supporting Clara's bu company, sir?" ask Rustam carefully. He was worried that this question would offend Gunawan.

"really. Don'worry. Even though they have worked with the company for a long time, it does not mean they just trust everyone involved in it. But I have made a very striking impression in their eyes, that I personally am a very promising colleague to them" Gunawan said with pride on his face.

Apparently all this time Gunawan has planned everything. He had already formed an alliance between the companies secretly. So all this time he made a personal connection between the leaders of those companies to create a good relationship between himself and the leaders of those companies. All of that was done behind Clara. For He thought that the day of this expulsion would one day come.

Rustam shook his head while clapping a small hand. He had not expected Gunawan to go this far. He feels proud to have worked on a figure as smart as Gunawan.

"You are a great man, sir. With this, there is nothing to worry about. Soon this company will top the ladder of success because of satisfactory employee performance, and the mindset of the leader is amazing!" praise Rustam with a smile on his face. He looks very amazed at Gunawan's ability to run a business.

"I hope so too, rustam, but still we can not underestimate all the problems that suddenly come. As with AC damage, we must immediately repair so as not to hoard other problems. I hope next month there will be a report of employee satisfaction also from you," Gunawan said with a face full of seriousness when looking sharply at Rustam's eyes.

"Good, sir! i understand! As soon as all obstacles in the company will be resolved. You will receive a more satisfactory report next month" Rustam replied with confidence. He was not daunted at all while being stared at sharply by Gunawan. Instead he considers it is an encouragement for him to work better.

Gunawan smiled with satisfaction. He was very happy with the way Rustam worked. Talking about business with this one man can always restore the spirit in Gunawan's life. He also checked the other report. As he checked, Rustam drank the coffee that was already available. Although it will be a long night for them, Rustam still feels happy. Because he can be useful for Gunawan who has helped him a lot during this time. Now, once there is a chance, he will be happy to repay the master.

"Oh, yes! In addition, I also want to propose bonuses for employees, considering their performance has been very good for several months despite constrained tools and relationships," said Rustam while opening a new file again.

"OH! aye!! It also needs to be improved. Given that we get employees who are very satisfying at work, "gunawan's smile expands when remembering this. Although the employees are not yet how but their performance is extraordinary. Therefore they deserve a bonus for their performance.

Rustam nodded happily when he heard Gunawan's decision. With this he can bring good news to office employees so that they are more enthusiastic in working. Rustam picked up a coffee cup on the table and began sipping it slowly. Enjoying the sensation of a relaxing coffee with his mood that is full of excitement.

"I hope.., one day Tia will accept this company," said Gunawan sound back. Every time she remembered Tia, an enormous sadness was clearly visible on her face. Even the sadness was beyond the pain created by Clara.

Rustam immediately put down the coffee cup. He sat down on the chair casually while staring out the cafe window. Looks like this guy is sorting out the best answer he can say to Gunawan.

"Well, I can't guarantee that Miss Tia will receive a gift of this magnitude. But I pray, too. I hope Miss Tia will accept this company someday. And hopefully, with this gift, all the wounds you unknowingly scratched in his heart will be completely gone" Rustam said in a soft, soothing voice. Making a smile on Gunawan's lips again expands.

"That means our journey is long. I have to make this company bigger then he will not be able to refuse it," Gunawan said sounding excited again.

That night, they talked overtime about developing their new company.

Do not forget they are planning new programs to make the company increasingly known by many people. Plus Gunawan began to record his plans to establish cooperation with the company that had been working with Clara's father's company.

Gunawan must record many big plans so that he does not easily forget. Rustam by his side is happy to give advice and criticism for the sake of the continuity of the company.

Sometimes they will argue because they feel their thoughts are better than others. But in the end the debate did not find a way out until finally the plan was crossed off the list. Like a lie that night was a long night for them. Because in addition to discussing the work of Gunawan also often ask for advice to Rustam.