Not as Red as Dusk
secret 1
The weekend arrives. As promised by Nick. He's going to visit the sister at the villa. But before that he had to pick up Esta. Yep. Rico asked him to take along.
Nick: come on
Without speaking a word. Esta rushed into the car. Sit next to Nick who is driving.
Esta: where's Tomi?
Nick: do you miss him?
Who misses him
Nick: if I am?
Esta: eh?
Nick: do you miss me?
Instantly Esta fell silent. Trying to ignore Nick's whereabouts by looking out the window. It feels so awkward. Even a journey that did not last an hour felt so long.
Nick: is it because of Rico's arrival?
Esta: what? wh why?
Nick: you keep your distance from me
Esta: didn't I explain before
Nick: isn't it clear my attitude?
Esta: I hope this time, don't overstep the line again.
Nick laughs. But it sounds so ironic.
Nick: am I being rejected?
No one rejects you
Nick: so. You're gonna beat me up?
Don't be crazy Nick! I'm Rico's fiancee, and you're her brother, should I be hostile to you?
Nick: right. You're Rico's fiance
Esta: even she was planning our wedding
What?!!! how could Rico dare to go that far? nay! Esta is my girl, no one can take her away from me. Rico is no exception.
Esta: look for other girls out there, there's a lot waiting in line for you
Nick: you are right
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Have lunch together. Rico was busy telling me about himself in Switzerland. He seemed very enthusiastic. Orator who conveys his ideas. Esta is washed away. Speaklessly.
Nick: don't you see the girl in front of you?
Rico: uh. why?
Nick: don't just tell me about your academics, tell me about the girls chasing you there
Rico: what? don't talk to Nick about whether you want to break my heart
Nick, that's a fact, I was there too
Nick: Rico!
Nick stand. Walked off the dining table towards his room.
What does Nick mean?
Rico: ah, that's what I can explain
As much as Rico's energy trying to convince Esta. That no girl could replace him.
Rico leaned his body towards Esta. Gently pecked the top of the girl's head. Makes him feel embarrassed.
Rico: I have a job offer at the hospital
Esta: really? that fast?
Rik: next week, start working
Esta: but it will be very busy
Rico: hey..Are we not getting married soon? I have to raise a lot of money
Esta: just ask Nick
Esta shakes. He knows very well the nature of Rico. Will not lean on others. Even in a pinched condition. That was one of the reasons that made Esta fall for him.
Rico was so engrossed in playing Esta's hair that it decomposed to the waist. Last met even Esta's hair hasn't been this long.
Rico: why not trim your hair? wouldn't it be too troublesome?
Esta: because you like to play it, I have to extend it so you can play it longer
Rico: so it looks
From distance. Nick stood looking at the sight before him. The girl he loved was making out with his sister. Aaahs. Wouldn't it be interesting to be the title of one of the stories on tv?
Nick slipped into his pants pocket. Phone's vibrating.. A call from Tomi. Showing an important news.
Nick: I'll be there soon
Nick walked hurriedly to the front room. Rico stand. Approaching him.
Rico: did something happen? should you stay over?
Nick: sorry, I can't keep my word
Rik: is it serious?
Nick: no. I just have to make sure of something
Rik: I hope everything is okay
Nick: yeah, I hope so. enjoy your Sunday night.I'll go first
Be careful Nick!
Rico came back to Esta as soon as he finished taking Rico to the front. There was worry on his face.
Esta: did something happen? Tom? or company?
Rico: no. I don't know. Nick didn't say it
Esta: everything must be fine
Rico: yes. Nick always takes care of it
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Tomi's ready for the airport. A private plane is awaiting Nick's arrival. That night they both had to fly to Switzerland. Something big is happening.
Nick: tell me
Tomi: sorry boss.I'm not careful
Nick: tell me
Tomi: Edward recently announced his setback
Nick: that fast? I can't believe it
Tom: a substitute
Nick: yeah?
Tomi: based on the info I got. he has got a replacement. do we have to be more vigilant?
Nick: replacement yes
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Phantom is a dark organization in Switzerland. He was part of the Castle. Nick's father's biggest organization. But because of Edward's jealousy. Eventually rebelled and founded the Phantom.
Although both always look good. But actually attacking each other from within. Even the Phantom is moving very fast these days. Lala is near Esta. It must not be a coincidence.
Tomi: I've asked Lucas to look after Esta
Nick: good
Tomi: I heard this surrogate came from outside the black world
Nick: really?
Tomi: but there is no information about him, they take very good care of him
Interesting.What exactly is Edward planning?
Aaah.the game this time must be very exciting.
