
Author's PoV
Kaina's phone rang many times, Keisha picked up and spoke to the caller. After it was turned off. Half an hour later, it rang again, still answered by Keisha, then closed again. Keisha's answer is always the same: 'Kaina is again online on the office phone'.
Rayshaka clucked in annoyance across the phone. The last week Kaina has really kept her distance, of course after she kissed her partner without permission.
Indeed, Kaina's attitude in public is still the same. Ridiculously, noisily, as usual. If Ray approaches his desk for work, Kaina is still acting naturally. But not for personal matters. Kaina doesn't want to go into Ray's room if there's no important business. If there were, he would do it quickly and without any further ado. Even if he wanted to talk, there would be Ferdi in the room. Kaina also does not want to interfere with the chatter of Ray and Ferdi if the two are perched on her desk. Unless Ray asks something, he will answer.
Kaina will also only reply to WhatsApp messages from Ray if it concerns work. If Ray tries to invite chat as usual, Kaina does not hesitate to just read it.
Honestly, Ray felt the change made him uncomfortable. He loses much of the attention Kaina usually gets. Like sharing food, drinks, sharing personal problems, nosy without having anyone angry. Kaina can always be a good friend.
Ray regrets his foolish actions that have made his relationship with Kaina fractured. Ah, why does she have to kiss Kaina? He realized he was out of control at the time. When I came home from a visit, I was overwhelmed. The only person she expected still waiting for her in the office was Kaina. And when that dream comes true, he doesn't think long, and then it happens ...
Ray calls Kaina's cell phone number. Somehow Ray's heart was pounding as Kaina's voice greeted from across.
"Hello?"
"Kai ... From now on the cave call you anywhere?"
"Online with the customer."
"How long? Up to those hours?" Ray turned even frantic. Kaina did not answer.
"Maina ...."
"Yes?"
"Wait for the cave to come home. The cave is going to Setiabudi."
"M."
"It's really Kai."
"Yes." Yeah." Kaina answered briefly.
Ray rubbed his temple a sign of indignation, "Why now?"
"Ngerjain report."
"Oh .. yes already. See yes."
"M."
Kaina first decides on the phone. Rayshaka smiled slightly. Got you Kai, he said in his heart.
Meanwhile, in the office. After hanging up the phone, Kaina was immediately busy thinking about how to get home sooner, before Ray came home from a visit.
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Ferdi's PoV
This afternoon I had a sales visit to Cirebon. Mr. Sebastian assigned me to a market survey to find out the existence of tissue products that are now threatening Nagata's turnover. In addition, every day Ray and I have to find new customers as a mandatory duty of a salesman.
I am currently at one of the major ressorts in Cirebon. Nirvana Ressort's. Of course my arrival here aims to apply for cooperation to become a supplier of tissue in this large company. This resort has a hotel, waterpark, restaurant and shopping center that is very famous in the city of Cirebon. Based on the information I obtained, they have used other brand tissue, which is our heavy competitor. But I have a good idea that will certainly be difficult to resist the owner.
"Ferdi Ardiansyah's father, please come in. Mr. Franklin is waiting."
I got up from the couch where I was waiting. An employee led me to a room in front of his door with the words 'Main Director'. Of course, I don't have to be in touch with these special divisions. Papa arranged my meeting with Mr. Franklin. Ah yes, Mr. Franklin.
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Author's PoV
After ending the conversation with Kaina earlier this afternoon, the man was sure that his partner would think of how to avoid it again. Therefore, upon returning from the customer visit, Rayshaka did not return to the office, but went straight to Kaina's boarding houses.
Sure enough, it was still half six in the afternoon, Ray had already seen the girl walking at the end of the alley. He's definitely allowed to go home sooner than usual, Ray guessed inwardly.
Rayshaka looked at him furiously. There was an anxious feeling towards the girl. Ray just found out he's stubborn. Oh no, he just forgot. Kaina is stubborn. In the past, the first time they became working partners, he often denied the instructions given by Ray. Often denounced the words of the man. But Ray understood, Kaina behaved so only when she was defending her opinion, or was disagreeing with Ray's arbitrary character.
Now, the man knows how Kaina really is. She has a girl character that most men want. Cheerful, friendly, supple, attentive, warm, mature when needed and .. ah much more.
Kaina is getting closer, somehow Rayshaka is pounding. When he raised his head that had lowered, the girl immediately looked shocked. Rayshaka immediately threw a smile as sweet as possible.
"Can't it be here?" Kaina is still acting like they are just ordinary friends. No angry tone, but still not warm or friendly.
"Gua wants to play to your boarding house. Can you?"
"Cowok can't get in" he replied lying. Though clearly earlier Ray saw some couples in and out of the big gate.
"Oh yeah? Then, eat yuk? The cave tract."
"Not hungry," Kaina looked into Ray's eyes, but like a blank stare.
"where possible. What did you eat this afternoon?"
"Is ..." the girl threw a slow face.
"Hm..." Rayshaka took a deep breath and exhaled strongly, "Kaina .. stop dodging from the cave."
Kaina flinching. Still not looking at Ray.
"I'm sorry for my fault. The promise will not be repeated again" said Ray, holding onto Kaina's shoulders and apologizing sincerely.
Kaina's speechless. Silent for a second. The girl bowed, not knowing how to reply.
In Rayshaka's heart smiled triumphantly. Another character of a Kaina who often makes him wonder: not happy to others. The ugly nature that has repeatedly plunged him into trouble. Like at the moment. Rayshaka is convinced that Kaina is confused, because she will feel guilty if she does not forgive him.
Kaina's fierce gaze struck as fast as lightning hearing Ray's last words and instantly anchored a kick in the man's shin. Ray complained in pain, but somehow his heart was excited to find a small smile that his girlfriend was trying to hide.
"Other times? Watch out for courage!"
"Yes yes, I won't. Peace?" Ray is too happy to see the real Kaina is back. Spontaneously the man pinched both of Kaina's bulging cheeks.
"Woy's sick!!" be the two of them doing pinch-pinch action in a few moments.
"Tractier!
"Hahahaa .. he said he wasn't hungry."
"Hungry anyway, hehehee."
"Basic! Yeah, let's go up."
Rayshaka was so relieved, Kaina was no longer angry. He never imagined his shock was actually better than having to be quiet.
"Eh, you don't want a date here?"
"No, the cave is here to meet you."
"Ah, seriously you? Your boyfriend will lash again."
"No. The cave told me."
"Okay sippp." Kaina gave her thumbs up and nosily stuck out her sharp nails to Rayshaka's left cheek. There was a strange sigh that the man felt as Kaina touched his cheek many times, yet with all her might she ignored him.
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Kaina's PoV
At five o'clock in the morning, a small humming sound echoed from next to the room. Looks like Rosa's home from the night shift. After watching in PVJ last week, I haven't met him because he's always been in the night shift. When I left for work, she was still sleeping and when I got home she was already at the supermarket. Because I rarely shop there, I never met him even though I could.
I got up from the bed and went out of the room. Knock on the door of his room and he immediately appeared with a lethargic face holding back the drowsiness.
"Oh, Kai, are you awake?" he shifted let me in.
"Already, Ros. You want to sleep already? I'm gonna say something."
"Why brother?" he was suddenly very enthusiastic sitting next to me. Well, I guess, she sure hopes this has something to do with Ray. Ngarep you Ros!
"Can you take two days off next month?"
"Huh? Why the hell?"
"Two weeks later the office will hold a meeting to Cisarua. You can bring a brother or friend. You're coming, huh?"
Rosa was silent for a moment. Seems to be remembering the schedule.
"Why, Ros?"
"Kok Tito said the same thing, brother? Ray's sister asked him that too?"
I suddenly laughed. Now Rosa asked me 'why.
"I think Ray knows I'm going to talk to you. But our suer has no agreement," I said in surprise. Sure enough, this topic so there is an element of his 'Ray.
"I have to let Andre go first, brother."
"Yes, let's go, but the answer has to be okay."
Rosa nodded for sure.
"Ehm ehm .. What's wrong with Tito? Why is he even ajakin you?"
Rosa shook her head not knowing to know, but I could catch her smiling shyly.
After I got out of Rosa's room, I went straight to work.
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Upon arrival at the office, I haven't seen anyone. I'm parti. The effect of waking up faster. I quickly cleaned up the table and found some files that didn't belong to me. Looks like it's Ferdi or Ray. I also want to return them to their room. When I was in the sales room I also cleaned Ray's desk as usual. I used to do it even before Ferdi.
When I saw that Ferdi's desk was also a little messy, I accidentally opened a map that I thought was only a proposal, or SK or contract between customers. But I was surprised to find one SK and Ferdi's proposal for a well-known rescue in Cirebon. As far as I know the ressort is one of the targets of the headquarters and of course Ray. As far as I know, Ray has not managed to meet his owner who is notoriously stingy. But why did Ferdi also submit a proposal to Nirvana Ressort? Isn't that Ray's target customer? Mr. Sebastian has clearly said that the ressort is Ray's responsibility and if he succeeds in conquering it, he will get a promotion in the company.
Did Ray know that Ferdi was also trying to get the ressort? Or is Ferdi also eyeing a promotion from Mr Sebastian?
Suddenly I remembered the history of Ferdi and Ray long ago. Rivalries. I thought it was over.
My intention was to clear the Ferdi desk and go straight back to the administration room.
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Sebastian's PoV
This month is still a tough month. The turnover of the Bandung branch is still unchanged. Can't catch up with other branches. The words of Mr. Kusnaidi some time ago still ring in my ear. Employee bleaching.
No, don't let that happen. Whatever the way this branch must remain. Do not let dozens of employees have to lose their jobs because there is no change over time. I saw the persistence of the sales team to boost office turnover. But the market seems to be lackluster, not to mention there are competitors who increasingly aggressively seize many customers.
I myself have done various ways to win back the hearts of the owners of hotels, restaurants, big traders. But the price of such a high enough product to be an obstacle even though the quality need not be doubted.
The pressure from the boss indirectly made me a little hard on the sales team, let alone Kaina who I often met at the office. I always emphasize that he actively follow up, even though I already know how the response from the customer. Kaina also looks a little sultry with my instructions lately. But I hope he understands without telling the truth.
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