
Cancellated
Catrine and the Minister then entered the office inside the campus. Catrine but didn't go inside. He did not dare to be between the conversation of his parents and the Rector. He decided to go back to his room, and wait there.
The Minister sits with the Rector. They talked and looked very serious.
"I don't think Sasha can be a representative of this university. His legs are injured, and he won't run fast. However, Sasha and Catrine have a balanced ability. I speak not as his father, but rather I want us not to waste our opportunities by sending the wrong people." The Minister said with a smile and a beard.
"Well sir, I'll talk to the coach later, what we have to do and who will represent this university." Said the Rector while inviting the Minister to drink warm tea that has been provided by one of the students.
The minister sipped the tea and carefully put the cup back. He then said something else to influence the Rector's decision.
"I heard from the doctor that Sasha had to be treated for a week there. And not to mention the recovery period, after that training, of course with the condition of his leg that was injured all the exercises can not be done." Said the Minister who deliberately put some of his men to get information about Sasha's health.
The Rector then shut up and was thinking about something. After thinking for a moment the Rector then muttered and looked at the Minister.
"It's true, I've also called the doctor and heard the news. I am also very sorry why he had to run with an injured leg. But it will be a serious problem if we get other people to continue the competition. If there are journalists who are critical then we will be exposed to problems from public opinion. And the name of this university could be bad." The Rector said after thinking about the advantages and disadvantages of the Minister's opinions and proposals.
"Yes, yeah. Then what do you think that we are not harmed and still benefited even though we do not use Sasha in the next competition?" Ask Minister.
Suddenly the coach came in and his eyes immediately looked at the Rector and Minister who were talking seriously.
"It just so happens you came. We've been waiting for you." The minister said very friendly.
But Coach seemed to suspect something from this meeting. And this has something to do with the competition that has just been done.
The coach also looked at how Catrine who is the only son of the Minister wanted to win this competition. And he was a little unlucky because as he approached the finish line, Sasha managed to get ahead of him.
I'd better be careful with this conversation. Don't let their will make my work at stake.
If I smell I'm in cahoots with them then my career could be ruined. I can't be a coach anymore.
The coach muttered in his heart. He sat down and joined them. He also wanted to know why the Minister should interfere in this competition? He's very busy. But still take the time to take care of this competition. What the hell is it?
"We invite you because of the next competition issue. As you know the first champion has an injury. And the second champion is only a few seconds apart. You could say their abilities are balanced." Said Minister.
"Yes. I saw it too. They have a very reliable spirit and ability. And I'm sure they'll be able to win gold medals between universities."
Outside the office door Vano was about to enter and suddenly he heard the talk and mentioned Sasha and Catrine. One of them will represent the university in the prestigious competition.
"If not Sasha then Catrine will replace her." The Rector said to the coach and also the minister sitting there.
Outside Vano still continued to listen to what they were saying. The office door is slightly open so that from the outside the sound is heard even though the volume is small.
Vano had intended to go inside, but he also wanted to know what they were talking about, let alone that regarding Sasha.
Actually he also knew if it was not good and things like eavesdropping on other people's conversations should not be done. But their talks like they will replace Sasha with Catrine.
That cannot be allowed. Even for the sake of representing this university, Sasha had fought until his leg was injured and hospitalized for one week. Others will not fight like that. But Sasha is a man who does not give up easily and continues to strive in achieving his dreams. Vano knows that.
And now they want to change the results that Sasha has achieved. This can't be allowed. Or no one will enter this competition later if there is cheating in it.
If what they are fighting for becomes futile then what is there for is champion one and champion two.
They practice exerting all their energy and all their abilities but in the end there is cheating in it.
"The decision cannot be taken now. We have to wait for Sasha to come home from the hospital. He is the champion. And we'll test both of them after Sasha recovers." The coach said as he moved from his seat.
"Well if there's nothing we need to talk about anymore then I'll excuse me first." Said the coach.
"I'm sorry, too." Minister said to Rector.
Vano was quick to leave when he found out their conversation was over. He slipped between the trees and pretended to be calling someone.
The coach walks first leaving the Rector's office. But it turns out the Minister chased after him and finally called the coach.
"You're very wise. You're a professional coach. I can recommend you to be a National coach." The Minister told the coach.
Hearing what the Minister said, the coach was immediately shocked and widened his eyes.
National coach? And a pretty big salary?
A good offer. When will I get an offer like this?
The coach was silent for a moment and looked into the Minister's eyes and looked for confidence in what he had just said.
"I promise you. You're gonna be the national coach." The minister said after thinking of a way to offer a good deal.
If the Rector cannot make a deal with him, then he will make a deal with his coach.
"You definitely don't give this away for free. There is always a desire for every gift." The Coach tried to guess what was implied in the Minister's offer.
His face looked friendly but his eyes were hinting at an order and shackles.
This must be a shackle. A shackle that had been prepared long before .
The only daughter in this competition. And want to get a champion. Would his father stay silent without making any effort? While the power he has, once command all will move according to his will.
Maybe that's part of the power, too. A power with which one can govern many things.
"Hahahaha.you're right. Nothing in this world is free. There's always a deal if it turns out to be mutually beneficial." The Minister said with a laugh, apparently the coach was very clever. He uses his mind as well.
"Yes. And there will be no agreement if either party feels unprofitable." Answer the Coach.
"I'll think of his offer." Finally, the coach was interested and would think of a deal from the Minister.
His name is also an ordinary man. When there is no opportunity, then everything feels good and on the path that should be.
Once there is a tempting offer, there will be a question, when else get the same opportunity?
Opportunity exists, support exists, just say yes, then the world seems to be on your side. You're at altitude without doing much. Just according to the scenario of the ruler. Very cheap to maintain self-esteem and the value of kindness.
Forced to be exchanged for a deal for power, money, glory and popularity.
"Until next week you really have to think things through. Or you'll miss this golden opportunity."
"All right."
"Next year there will be a selection of coaches for the National scale. Think your name will be there. And I'll guarantee that you'll win that election. Think about it!" The minister said, patting the coach on the shoulder.
The minister then went ahead of the coach and had been waiting for his two men who had been standing next to his car.
His men opened the door for the Minister and after the Minister entered then his men closed the car door again.