Persist
The Part 20
I'm already tidy with the clothes I'm wearing. I also wear a veil that matches my blue shirt. I looked back at my own face. It's worth it enough for me to get out.
Today I want to make my heart happier. It hurts to keep lamenting someone. I have to learn to be better.
"Giel's. Don't forget to eat. I'm leaving first". I took my sling bag.
"Mbak looks very happy".
"This is my new day. I have to be excited".
The taxis I ordered picked me up. Now just walk around to see the customer who called me yesterday.
"We're in this place, sir". I gave the taxi driver a little paper.
"Good Non".
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Arriving at the destination I saw the woman in her office shirt. He waved to me.
"Miss Lei?". I asked her.
"really. You must be Alisha".
We sat down and started discussing all about the events I was going to handle.
"If for details. My own boss will explain it straight away".
"good. I'll meet him now".
"Message my boss, you have to sign the contract first". He handed me a contract paper.
"Aren't I just handling this one show? Why do I have to sign a contract?." I feel weird about this. Are they afraid I'm cheating.
"Not just one show. We will also use your services for the next".
"Then it's not a contract of employment. Cooperation contract".
"sorry. I misspoke. Please read it first, Mom".
"Call names. I'd rather be called by name". I started reading the contents of the paper and it was quite profitable for my shop as well.
"How's it?" lei asked with a face that looked anxious.
"I'll sign right away" after signing I ordered some food.
"You can go after you eat". I prevented Lei from leaving without eating anything.
"But,..".
"For this collaboration. I beg".
"alright".
Lei sat back down. We started that meal. Although I saw anxiety on Lei's face, I couldn't possibly ask. I don't want her to think of me as a curious woman.
"Thank you for that". Lei said when we were outside the restaurant.
"No need to thank me. Tell your boss. I'll come tomorrow".
"good. I'll tell you later". Lei withdrew and entered his car.
Now I'm back on my plan. I'll buy some books and groceries for home. Living like this is great. I don't have to bow to anyone.
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A very beautiful afternoon with a drizzle that accompanies. I felt a longing for Aqil but I couldn't possibly contact her or she would hate me even more. Would I be wrong if I told you I was Lili.
"Mr. Ma'am, it's another package".
After opening the door I only found Giel with a box in his hand.
"Who sent you?".
"Don't know mbak. He was also wearing a black jacket, his face was not visible.
I immediately ran outside. I hope the person who brought the package is still there.
"Udah go again". I went back in empty-handed.
"Where is this mbak?". asked Giel.
"On the table. If you want to go home. Go straight home".
"I'm pesenin food first ya mbak".
"No need. I'm gonna cook it".
"Ok de mbak. Yes first". Giel waved his hand.
"Be careful on the road".
I'll keep you asking questions.
I put the box back in the corner of the room. I took a long breath. I'm still confused about telling Aqil or not. I don't want to make him stay away from me.
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"Mama is very confused with you. Why just came?" ask Mama as soon as I come home. He hugged me with his affection.
"Sorry Ma. I just got here". I gave you the fruit I bought when I was coming here.
"How are you?".
"I'm healthy Ma. How did Mama and Papa go?". We went in and sat in the guest room.
"We are healthy too. You'll be here long, right?. Mama Masakin will be for you".
"Sorry Ma. I'm only here for a little while because I'm going to the office where I'm working".
I saw a disappointed look on Mama's face. I smiled and held her hand. "I promise, next time I'll eat here".
"Did Aqil not give you money?".
"Ma. I don't work because Aqil doesn't give me money just, I don't want to be cooped up in a house all day". I confirmed my sitting position. "Very boring.
"May?. Are you one house?".
Must be honest or not. I feel a dilemma this time. I held my heart and smiled at Mama.
"I'll take Aqil back. Even though I'm not at home with Aqil" I speak very slowly.
"What exactly is it?". asked Mama.
"Ma. Aqil doesn't believe me yet. Aqil still loves Mei". I strengthened my heart and tried to find the right words. I don't want Mama to get hurt. "I always try to get Aqil to accept me. However, Aqil has not accepted my past".
"Mom knows it's heavy for you. You must be sure. If you can do it" Mama's smile added to my spirit.
"Ma. I'm late, I'm first Ma.
Mama hugged me. "Often playing Al".
"Good Ma". I let go of Mama's embrace and got in the car. If I hadn't seen the clock, maybe I'd be late to see the boss.
After arriving at the furniture company I looked for Lei. But I did not find. I asked the employee there who knew who Lei was.
"Excuse me. With Alisha's mother?". asked the strapping man with the roar's face.
"Yes. Right".
"Let's come with me. The boss was waiting for me".
There's no other word. I followed the man. I signed the partnership this time.
"Please enter. The boss is inside."
I went in that room. A terrifying aura emanated from all directions. Either because of the things that are there or because the owner of this room.
"Good morning, Alisha".
"You?. Why are you here?". I just don't think I found Lei. He was just a tool to deceive me.
"Whatdoyouwant?".
"My mother?". Gama stood up from his chair. "I want you to keep all the contents of that contract".
"I want to cancel it". I said firmly.
"Are you ready to replace the loss?". Gama is approaching me. "I don't think you'll be able to pay that fine".
Also true. I don't have ten billion. If I ask Aqil, I will definitely get in trouble again.
"You're still the same as you used to be. It's too rushed.
I'm still quiet. This time I really got into the trap.
"How is it?. Still want to cancel that contract?".
"I will carry it out under contract. Me and you are just business partners" I told Aqil.
Aqil looked at me with her very horrible smile.
"alright. Well, sooner or later you'll be mine". Gama smiled triumphantly.
"If you'll excuse me". I don't want to stay in this office too long. Stupidly I didn't see Gama's name on that contract.
Gama opened the door for me to come out. There was not a word I said. I just want to run away from Gama. He's a very horrible man.
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to be continued
