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No one can understand a piece of a wounded heart. Tortured by the regrets that strangle freedom. Lock in a smile that used to be so beautiful to enjoy. Deadening the hopes she had dreamed of throughout her teenage years. Although at last, just a farewell word.
While a triumphant smile adorns the face that is starting to fade. His eyes sparkled so proud of the success he was holding at this time. Pramono enjoyed a cigarette that he had sipped earlier while enjoying a warm afternoon.
"I'm sorry, Grandpa, Cia. Grandpa just wants the best for you. Grandpa doesn't want the old thing to happen again." Pramono touched the picture of his only son who was none other than papa Cia.
"I must immediately reward the girl. Anyway Ziya carried out this role well." Pramono took his cell phone to send the payment he had originally promised. However, before that happened his phone first rang.
"Yes, hello."
" ...."
"I don't want to know. Whatever way you will use. What matters is that the divorce has to happen." Without waiting for a response, Pramono turned off his phone unilaterally.
The old man immediately clicked on the application and sent a nominal amount to Ziya's account. A few minutes later, Pramono contacted the girl.
"I've already sent your payment along with the bonus. For your job as a manager you still have to keep going until they officially divorce."
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Meanwhile elsewhere, Ziya could never calm down thinking of Delfin. Since the news that Cia was pregnant with Farel's child, Ziya at all times gave birth to Delfin. Ziya knew full well how much the man loved his wife. Ziya was afraid that Delfin would act out of control. Even in the agency office, now Delfin prefers to be alone. He did not want to blend in with the other crew every time he finished training. It is certainly Ziya's job to divert the suspicions of the crew.
"Mas Delfin Tumben immediately said. Though usually he just disappeared after Babe's babble ended." The lampshade nudged Ziya on the shoulder who was cleaning Delfin's bag.
"Delfin is not feeling well anymore. He'll want to rest soon." Ziya had to be prepared for various reasons to protect his artist.
While in the room, Delfin was standing by the window. Seeing the vehicle passing in front of the agency's office from the seventh floor, the place where he so often spent his time when there was no tour outside the city.
At a time like this, his memories returned to Cia. This condition used to happen frequently between them. However, in the midst of busyness, they always took the time to exchange greetings even though only through mobile phones. Near this window, Delfin used to spend his time joking with Cia. Unlike today, Delfin can only lament his love journey which ends painfully.
"What is my schedule in the near future, Zi?" delfin asked as soon as Ziya entered the room.
"It's empty this week. There were only two training schedules," Ziya replied after looking at the schedule he had in his hands. "why? Does the schedule need to be replaced?"
"Yes. This week I want to go home to my parents. Clear schedule. I don't want to be disturbed!" delfin ordered without taking his eyes off the heavy traffic.
"alright. I reset it and immediately I'll apply for leave."
Seeing Delfin so down, Ziya's heart seemed to be sliced along. Several times Ziya caught Delfin crying when she was alone. Ziya knew how Delfin felt. Because his heart was also hurt when he had to quash his love for Delfin. It was all because Ziya wanted to see Delfin happy with Cia.
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It has been the fourth day since Delfin's leave application was approved by superiors. During that time, Delfin never contacted her. Of course Ziya was worried. However, he did not dare to harass his artist. According to Delfin's orders a few days ago, that he did not want to be disturbed. Ziya thought positively, that at this time the best place for Delfin was with the family. Delfin's parents could definitely cheer Delfin up.
The phone in Ziya's hand shook. She always carries her cell phone with her wherever she goes. Even while cooking in the kitchen Ziya also brought her along. Inwardly, he hoped that Delfin would contact him. Perhaps Ziya's worry had turned into longing.
"Hello," Ziya said as her phone rang. He fell silent to the words across there that were none other than Pramono.
After the call ended, Ziya opened the app to check her savings balance. And sure enough, the balance has increased.
"Hhhh!" pekik Ziya was surprised to see the nominal listed.
"What's up, Zi?" ask Ms. Erna.
"Eh, there's nothing, Bun." Ziya immediately put the phone into his pants pocket and resumed his activities in the kitchen.
Throughout what he did, Ziya's mind was not calm. Her heart was worried, on one side Ziya was so eager to save this parlour. However, on the other hand Ziya felt very guilty for destroying the household relationships of others. Although from the beginning Ziya understood his duty, but getting here, Ziya felt that it was not in accordance with his conscience.
This afternoon Ziya was so confused. Delfin's crying shadow always made her feel guilty. However, Ziya contributed to Delfin and Cia's separation. Although the main mastermind was Pramono, but Ziya felt very sinful.
"Master, can I see you? I have something to say." Ziya ventured to contact Pramono.
"Yes, we'll meet at seven in the usual place."
It was getting dark when Ziya asked Bu Erna for permission to come out for a while.
"You didn't eat with your sisters?" Bu Erna's soft voice sounded so alarming to Ziya.
"Ziya has a dinner appointment, Bun. Fear Ziya will be full. Ziya went away undaunted, yes, Bun." Ziya soon passed by with an online ojek that was already waiting at the gate.
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In the corner of the room near the window, Pramono figure was sitting enjoying a cup of coffee. Slowly Ziya approached him..
"Good night, sir. Sorry I'm late." Ziya slightly bowed his body in front of Pramono.
"Sit down!" pramono's orders.
Ziya sat on the chair opposite Pramono. There was a little fear for the girl to speak. However, Ziya ventured with all the consequences she would receive.
"Order first! We'll talk after we eat." Pramono thrust out the menu book when the waiters arrived at their table.
"I'm sorry to ask for your time" Ziya said as soon as the waiters left their table.
"Why do you think like this. Actually, I'd like to invite you to celebrate the success of our mission. But I didn't expect if you asked for it sooner than I expected." Pramono laughed triumphantly. Seen happiness from the radiance of his eyes.
While Ziya was confused by the sentence that Pramono said. Ziya really did not understand.
Moments after dinner, they enjoyed a soft drink that was still on the table.
"Sorry, Sir. Is your decision to separate Bu Cia from Delfin the final one?" ask Ziya slowly.
"Oh, sure. I've been waiting for more than five years like this."
"As far as my observations have gone, Delfin is not the person you're accusing him of. Even Delfin was very responsible towards Bu Cia. Delfin never cheated. He was very much maintaining his loyalty," bela Ziya.
"Maybe it was. But not for now" said Pramono.
"Why is that?"
"If you asked for my time just to plead with Delfin, you're wrong. I stick to my decision. Whatever happens, they have to separate. Can't I just show you the other side of Delfin?" Pramono smiled cunningly.
"Which side do you mean, sir?"
"That in Delfin's heart was another woman. You don't have to dodge. I have repeatedly emphasized that you do not need to use feelings in the tasks I give. In fact, your feelings are starting to link up, right? Don't you think every action of yours escapes my watch!"
Ziya flinched, it seemed like this old man was not a balanced opponent to argue with.
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