Not as Red as Dusk
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The doctor finished examining Esta. Thankfully there is nothing to worry about. Maybe last night's events will leave a trauma for him. But for now. Esta's emotions are pretty stable.
A female servant came in. Bring some clothes for Esta.
I can't believe you did that
Nick glares.
Esta: what are you thinking? and now the clothes you bought are very fitting for me
Nick, I know exactly the size
Location: Nick! don't fuck around
Nick: I'm just helping. don't think about anything else, so don't worry
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Prologues
Nick took the warm water. Cleaning Esta's hands. His face that was flushed from the slap from Kai. was clearly there. Nick rubbed it gently. Hoping not to make Esta wake up from illness.
Seeing the clothes Esta was wearing was tattered camping. Nick stand. Walk towards the cupboard, pick up a shirt of hers.
With care Nick took off Esta's clothes. Then replace it with his shirt.
Nick: I hope you forget this mala.m incident
Slowly Nick rubbed Esta's face. The girl who was sleeping. Which a while ago I don't know what would have happened if Nick hadn't seen him in the lobby. When Kai pulled her by force. And the events in that room.
Nick sighed softly. He approached her face with Esta's. Look at every inch of the girl's face. The girl who made her heart beat again. The girl who had even rejected him from the beginning. This girl's...
A soft kiss on Esta's forehead. Another one on Esta's cheek that was bruised by Kai's punch. Another one at the corner of Esta's injured lip.
Nick: I'm sorry
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Esta: I have to go home
Nick: rest here. I've notified your assistant
Esta stared in disbelief. Even Nick did that far.
Esta: you don't have to do that
Nick: even I helped you change clothes.do you still need to hesitate with me?
Instantly Esta fell silent. His face was red.
Nick: at least rest until tomorrow, I'll take you home
Esta: thank you
Nick, I happened to be there
Esta: by then. I had given up. no one heard my screams. no one dared to heed. I thought my life would be over by then
Back the clear circle flowed profusely on Esta's face. Spontaneous Nick standing up. Walk towards Esta then grab her in a hug.
Nick: cry. cry as much as you want, but then promise me one thing
Nick: forget about last night
Esta's phone rings. A message came in. Nick took it for Esta.
Message from Rico.
Sorry I stayed here again last night. I met dad.
Esta's eyes returned empty. What should I tell Rico? Kai almost raped me? And Nick saved me?
Rico. I'm sorry
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Tomi offers Nick a cup of coffee. His boss hasn't slept enough. Guard Esta.
Mother: Tomi?
Tomi was surprised to see Esta was behind her seat.
Tom: are you okay?
Esta: thank you for all your help
Tomi: no need to hesitate, actually the boss did it. I just finished the closing part
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The car is traveling at medium speed. Tomi focused on the traffic that afternoon. Nick and Esta sit in the back. Both are more silent. The situation is so awkward.
Tomi: boss, are we leaving tomorrow?
Nick, we'll see
Esta heard the conversation. Was Tom intentional? Or is this just a normal conversation? Waitaminute! They're leaving tomorrow? Then Kai?
Without realizing it, Esta looked at Nick so deeply. The look in his eyes hinted at the question that was raging in his eyes.
Nick: take it easy. That guy won't bother you anymore
Esta looked back as if she was trying to convince herself. "really?"
Nick looked at Esta. Rubbed Esta's head gently.
Nick: trust me
The car stopped in front of Esta's house. He was already standing at the door. His face looked worried. Tomi told me everything
Asih half-running to welcome Esta. Help him walk home.
Asih: mister. you didn't stop by?
Tom: no. We still have business
Hearing Tomi's reply, Esta spontaneously turned around. Looked at Nick.
Nick: your assistant will take good care of you. Get some rest
Thank you, sir, we owe you
Nick: do not hesitate. if something happens. just call the number yesterday
