The Wife of the King's Pay

Chapter 32 Brothers

Finished saying the scathing insinuation, Alvian sat back in his chair. He no longer cared about Cleantha. Alvian went on to explain some of the new rules that will be applied in the finance and accounting division.

Of course this made Cleantha relieved. He was grateful that Alvian considered him an insignificant person to watch out for. Thus, he had escaped the possibility of being fired by his superior. It is not funny that in one day he lost his job just because he was dressed indecently.

Mr. Setyo muttered while listening to the words of his new boss. While Alvian occasionally cast a glance at the staff in turn.

For about an hour they gathered in the meeting room. Alvian finally closed the meeting.

"I think that's enough for today. Once again I reiterate that I am always open to receiving suggestions and ideas from all of you for the betterment of our division. Good day and good work."

"Good day, sir," said everyone present.

Alvian went out first followed by his assistant and also Mr. Setyo.

While the other staff returned to the finance division workspace.

"Clea, half an hour to lunch. I'm waiting for you at the door" Keyla whispered.

Cleantha responded with a nod. He knew that sooner or later, Keyla would ask for an explanation from him.

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The king is studying the files put forward by Dion. Today his desk is crowded with reports from the branch office. Plus after lunch he had to meet potential investors from Singapore.

But for some reason in the midst of his busy life, he suddenly remembered Cleantha. His wife who often acts silly has dared to wear minimal clothes to go to the office.

Remembering Cleantha's actions made the King become annoyed. Especially when imagined how the men freely looked at his wife's smooth thigh. Knowing this he wouldn't give a job to Cleantha.

"Shameless, "" grumbled the King knocking his pen hard on the table.

Dion was shocked to hear the King's words. It was not usual for the King to vent his frustration for no apparent reason.

"Who is shameless, sir?"

The king closed his file and looked at his assistant.

"Dion, did you see Cleantha today? Is he working properly in the finance division?"

Dion was stunned for a moment. Clearly this half day he was struggling with his duties on the tenth floor. Where could he possibly meet Cleantha who was incidentally on the fourth floor. The King's question this time sounded very unreasonable.

"Sorry, sir, I haven't been downstairs since. But if you want to know about Miss Cleantha, I'll call Mr. Setyo right now."

"No need. I'm just worried that Cleantha made a mistake. You know how reckless that girl is."

"Good, Sir. Later we can see Miss Cleantha through CCTV footage of the finance division. You can monitor whether Miss is working well or not."

The sound of a knock on the door of the CEO's room, made Dion stand up to see who came into his boss' room.

"Dion, how are you?" greeting Alvian patting Dion's shoulder.

"Mr Alvian good day."

"No need to bother me. It's my first day at work. I'm the new kid, while you're my senior. I should have paid your respects" joked Alvian.

"Where's my brother? I want to take her to lunch."

"The King is inside. Please come in Mr. Alvian."

"Thank you, Dion" said Alvian, showing off his smile.

Inwardly, Dion was astonished to see Alvian's opposite personality to that of the King. Perhaps because Alvian was young, he looked more relaxed, friendly, and warm. Unlike the King who is cold, always look serious, and talkative.

"Good day, Lord King," said Alvian.

"Al, at last you came too" said the King standing up from his chair.

King and Alvian hugged each other. They did not meet for a long time because Alvian continued his education in London.

"Sister, I'm sorry I just visited you. After returning to Jakarta, I have to take care of my papers. I also heard from Mama that Brother just got married again. I'm afraid to interrupt your honeymoon."

"Where have you ever bothered me, Al. Maybe you're so busy dating that you forget your sister."

"I don't have a boyfriend yet. I'm not as good as Big Brother who can have two wives" Alvian joked.

"Why indeed?" alvian asked with a question mark.

"I'll tell you later. How was your first day as director of finance?"

"Excellent, Brother. I'll do some updates. I promise I won't let you down."

"Good, Al. I'm sure you can advance the finance division."

"So I had a chance to meet a unique girl, one of the finance staff. But it doesn't really matter" muttered Alvian.

"Let's have lunch together, brother. I'm already hungry. Where's the good restaurant around here?" tanya Alvian switched the conversation.

"We'll have lunch at the Sans cafe, I'll buy it" said the King walking out of his room.

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Keyla pulled Cleantha's hand towards the elevator.

"Clea, let's go to the cafeteria," Keyla asked impatiently.

Cleantha was only following her brother.

They queue in front of the elevator to get down to the basement. The employee canteen is located in the basement, close to the car park area.

When the elevator doors opened, they lined up with other employees, racing each other to enter the elevator.

"We have to hurry before the cafeteria is full" Keyla said, breaking into a crowd of other employees.

With his excitement, Keyla managed to be in the front row. He pulled Cleantha to balance his steps. But Keyla suddenly stopped and made Cleantha hit her back.

"Good day, Mr. King, Mr. Alvian," said Keyla, bowing slightly.

"Hey," replied Alvian returning a greeting from Keyla.

Cleantha's throat felt dry as she looked at the two men before her. One was her temporary husband, the King, and the other was her superior, Alvian Adhiyaksa.

I don't know what bad luck will happen to him until he meets the two men. Even worse, the two men looked at him.

The king with a blasphemous look, while Alvian with a probing gaze. But before long, King and Alvian both looked straight ahead and passed towards their car.

The female staff there were handcuffing each other and whispering. Being able to meet face to face with two perfect handsome men, is indeed a gift in itself for them.

"Uh, I didn't expect to be able to meet the CEO and the finance director at once. They make my heart beat. Especially Mr. Alvian, he's the same age as me but already serves as a director. It's handsome, smart, and powerful" Keyla said in awe.

"Clea, I'll have a chicken soto first. You just sit on the bench" Keyla said.

"Yes, Brother."

After ordering two servings of chicken soto rice, Keyla sat opposite Cleantha.

"Tell me honestly. Why can you work here? Did Lord King fire you?"

"No, I was told by Mr. King to work as a finance staff, Brother."

"What about your contract as a nanny? The Lord King can ask for the hundred million if you do not do your job. The money is over."

"Everything?" cleantha asked in surprise.

"Yes. I paid off your debt to the loan shark, and then I gave ten million to Aunt Ana. He was still nagging for days. And the rest I use to pay for the hospital expenses. Don't try to accuse me of using the money," snorted Keyla offended.

"I don't mean to accuse Brother. I trust Big Brother completely. After all, the Lord King will not ask for the money" Cleantha said.

"Sweet, why is he so good to you. Then can you go home to take care of Dad?"

"Sorry, brother, I can't yet. I still have to stay at the King's house."

"If you can't help physically, you have to help me financially. Later when you get the first salary, give half of it to me," Keyla said.

"Yes, sister, definitely," Cleantha replied.