The Pearl of the Heart of Alvino
06
Ten years later.
Alvino is now almost 25 years old, a lot of things have happened in the Alexander family. Including, the death of Mr. Doni and Mrs Anita that made Alexander Group mourn. Marvel's eldest daughter, Queen, now follows in her father's footsteps to become a doctor, but Queen prefers to become an obstetrician. Today, Alvino will be appointed as CEO of Alexander Group Company to replace Davin who has chosen to retire, while his two younger brothers - Nadira and Febian, respectively, still a student with Cacha who is none other than the younger brother of Jonathan. Meanwhile, Jonathan will soon become CEO of Saputra Group. A company given by the late Mr. Doni to Mr. Andri and Assistant Jo for their devotion to the Alexander Family. The company was deliberately handed over to Jonathan because Assistant Jo was not willing to manage it and preferred to be a loyal assistant to Mr. Davino Alexander. After all, Assistant Jo will also soon be retired, because he wants to enjoy his old age with his wife.
"Are you ready, Al?" davin asked as Alvino was walking down the stairs.
"Already, Dad," replied Alvino lazily.
"Why do you look so lethargic? You should be happy, because soon you'll be a company leader" Davin said. Davin knows, Alvino is actually still reluctant to replace him who has decided to retire early.
"Don't pretend you don't know, Dad," Alvino was upset. Aluna shook her head.
"Oh yeah, when will Jonathan officially become the leader of Saputra Group?" ask Davin in between their breakfasts.
"Two weeks, Dad. Daddy chose early retirement, Daddy sure you won't miss Uncle Jo?" ask Alvino tease.
"For what Daddy misses your shitty beloved uncle!" refute Davin while chewing his food rough.
As soon as they finished eating, the three of them immediately left for the office to do the handover. While on the way, Alvino's phone rang. Alvino picked up the phone in his suit pocket and saw Jonathan's name on his phone screen.
"What's up, Nat?" ask Alvino once the call is connected.
"You're in the office? I seem to be running late because I'm taking Cacha to pick up her friend who just came home from abroad." Alvino exhaled harshly hearing Nathan's reply.
"Well, you are, Nat! You're fucking best friend!" alvino is upset. There was a ruckus from across the phone that made Alvino even more upset.
"Hopefully the show is good, Al. Oh yes, Cacha's friend who just returned from abroad, he said singing hero. Can she**donate a vote on your show?"
"As far as you are!" ketus Alvino's. He turned off the call unilaterally.
"It sucks him! How could he be late for my big show!" alvino grumbled as he gripped the steering wheel.
Almost ten minutes away, Alvino's car went into the Alexander Group Company's courtyard, while his parents' car had arrived first. Alvino who had just got off the car immediately became the center of attention. How not? at the age of not even twenty-five years, he has become a Chief Executive Officer or CEO at Alexander Group Company. Many girls added the name Alvino Son of Alexander as one of their dream men. However, it seems that Alvino does not care at all for the girls who are trying to get his attention, because in Alvino's heart there is already a girl who managed to steal his heart. Although Alvino himself did not know, who the girl was and where she was, but the girl's eyes, still lingered firmly in Alvino's memory even though ten years had passed.
"Congratulations Mr. Alvino, this company has now become your responsibility. May the Alexander Company be more successful in the hands of the younger generation like you." Alvino only responded to the congratulations of his business partner with a smile. Nathan had just walked into the venue, shortly after Alvino was officially inaugurated.
"Happy Young Master, may the Alexander Group be more successful" Nathan said with a faint smile.
"Shut up, Nat! What kind of friend are you? Late at his own best friend's show," Alvino's pouty pout, Nathan just smiled broadly in response to Alvino's remarks.
"Sister Al. Congratulations, I'm sorry our brother was late, I just picked up my friend first. Oh yes brother, know this friend Cacha named Riana and Rania, they are also friends Nadira and Febian," said Cacha while introducing the two twin friends. Alvino stared at the two girls. Twin girls with striking differences, one looks tomboyish and bold, while one looks so cute with thick glasses adorning both eyes.
"Alvinus. Just call me, Al." Alvino reached out to introduce himself.
"Come, sister, let's go home" asked Rania.
"Rania, we just got here. We must respect Cacha. Said you wanted to donate your voice here." Ana tries to persuade her sister.
"I'm ashamed, sister," said Rania while bowing her head.
"Ran, why should you be ashamed? You have talent don't always be in the pendam, he said you want to boast papa with your mama." This time it was Cacha who was trying to encourage Rania.
"But sister," Rania looked doubtful. Alvino and Nathan were just staring at them.
"Listen to Brother, everything will be fine." Ana was still trying to convince her sister.
"If you want to sing, you can. I would be very happy if anyone would donate their voice." Alvino tries to convince Rania. Alvino was really curious about Rania who always looked down, including in front of him. Alvino is now the owner of Alexander Group. Without saying much, Ana and Cacha pulled Rania's body up onto the stage, while Alvino and Nathan were just staring at them from below.
"You know, the two friends of Cacha who used to make Cacha always cry because they moved abroad. He said, Rania has a very melodious voice," explained Nathan, but Alvino did not listen to Nathan's words, he just stared intently at the two twin girls. For some reason, Alvino's heart seemed to be attracted to them. Alvino was impressed with Ana who looked so fond of her sister.
"You didn't listen to me, Young Master?" nathan asked, Alvino immediately stared at him sharply.
"Hehe sorry, Al." Nathan showed me the sign with both fingers. Nathan was so happy when he teased Alvino with the call of Young Master, because Alvino's face would look angry and it was adorable for Nathan.
Who do you think you are?
Runnin' 'round leaving scars
Collecting your jar of hearts
Tearing love apart's
You're gonna catch a cold
From the ice inside your soul
So don't come back for me
Who do you think you are?
Alvino was silent to Rania's melodious voice, a voice that seemed able to shake his soul, Alvino was transfixed, staring fixedly at Rania who was singing while closing her eyes to live the song she was singing. Suddenly Alvino felt his heart break, as if the song had completely entered into his soul.
"Why did I suddenly feel my heart ache when I heard him sing this song?" muttered Alvino lirih while squeezing the bottom of his suit.
"This song is dedicated to the man who has captured my heart long ago. We cannot be together, but you will always be in my heart. Let me take this piece of heart with a love that will never be real, I love you long ago, now and forever." Finished speaking, Rania stood up and walked quickly down from the stage. He was really embarrassed to have said that, but he seemed to be unconsciously saying it because of the atmosphere. Alvino stared at Rania's departure with a difficult heart to describe.
