The Wife of the King's Pay

Chapter 69 Meeting at the Feast (Part 1)

Keyla watched Cleantha who had only been stirring the chicken soto in front of her.

"Clea, why don't you eat? Are you thinking about Lord King again?" keyla asked, guessing the contents of her sister's mind.

"No, Brother. I just don't want to come to the Adhiyaksa Group's anniversary celebration" Cleantha replied looking lethargic.

"Why? Is it because Lord King will be present at the event? If you should have forgotten him, then it would be fine for you to meet your ex-husband. You were chosen as the recipient. There's no way you can avoid that show" Keyla said.

"I was confused as to how to behave in front of Lord King, his wife, and Mr. Alvian. Meeting them only reminds me of my bad memories of the past" Cleantha said bluntly.

"Already, Clea. Let's just say you never knew them. If they pass by, greet formally like an employee to his boss. Just focus on the task you're given."

"Yes, brother, I'll try."

Keyla pulled her shoulder forward and pointed her body towards Cleantha.

"This is a good opportunity. At the event there will be many young entrepreneurs coming. Be beautiful as a guest recipient. I will help you choose a dress. I will look as beautiful as possible too. Who knows, we can meet our soul mate there" Keyla said expectantly.

Cleantha gave no answer. His mind was very different from Keyla's. For now he is not ready for a new relationship with a man. All he wanted was for the divorce process to be completed quickly. That way he could look at his future calmly. When the wound has healed, then he will try to open his heart to a man who sincerely loves him.

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"Mr Dion, have the financial statements of last month been read and approved by Mr King? Mr. Alvian asked me to ask him," asked Ricky, Alvian's assistant.

"Yet. Today I will try to remind Lord King. May his mood be good" said Dion, looking doubtful.

"Then please notify me immediately. Mr. Alvian has been waiting since yesterday" Ricky said before passing in front of Dion.

After Alvian's assistant left, Dion let out a long sigh.

Lately he was made dizzy seven circumference with the cold war that occurred between King and Alvian. The two heirs of the Adhiyaksa Group did not want to greet each other, call or meet each other. As a result, a lot of work is delayed. And he had to work extra hard as a spokesman between the two sides. Become a bridge in the middle of interrupted communication.

I don't know what happened between the brothers. But Dion believes their hostility has something to do with the gossip surrounding Alvian and Cleantha's relationship. The king had called a lawyer to divorce his second wife.

The King's emotions also got worse. He is easily angry just because of trivial things. But inevitably, he had to take a risk this time. It does not matter if you have to accept the anger of the King, as long as the task can be quickly completed.

"Tok, tock, tock." Three times Dion knocked on the door of the CEO's room before stepping inside.

Upon entering the room, he saw King concentrating on his laptop screen. His forehead crimped to form a sharp line, as if he was thinking hard about something. The handsome face of his boss seemed to harden, indicating that his emotional condition was at a negative point.

"Excuse me, sir" said Dion.

"What's wrong?" ask the King briefly.

"Ricky, Assistant Mr. Alvian just came to see me. He wanted to inquire about the financial statements Mr. Alvian gave two days ago. Did you read it?"

"Have it, just give it back to Alvian" said Raja flatly.

"Sorry, sir, tomorrow we'll be meeting all day outside the office. And the day after tomorrow is the Adhiyaksa Group dinner. It's best today that you talk to Mr. Alvian for a moment about who's going to give his welcome at the opening and closing of the event" Dion said.

"no need. I'll give you the welcome word and the closing Alvian. Just tell my decision to Alvian's assistant."

"Nothing, Sir. Excuse me," said Dion self-conscious. He hastily retrieved the financial statements from the King's desk.

Inwardly, Dion was really worried about what would happen at the Adhiyaksa Group's anniversary celebration. If the two brothers still do not talk to each other, somehow the guests will respond later. Of course, this hostility will make a bad impression on the reputation of their company.

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Keyla accompanies Cleantha to choose a dress at a party dress rental boutique.

"Clea, you look around for yourself first. I'm going over there to find a dress that suits me."

"Yes, Brother."

Keyla walked quickly towards the row of party dresses. Her eyes were fixed on a black one shoulder dress.

Without needing to think for too long, she decided to rent the dress. Despite having to reach the pockets deep enough, Keyla did not mind to support his appearance at the important event Adhiyaksa Group.

"Sir, I rented this dress" Keyla told the boutique waiter.

After she finished her business, Keyla approached Cleantha.

He saw his sister holding a pale yellow dress with a very simple cut.

Keyla hissed annoyed. It turns out Cleantha's low appetite has not been lost, even though she was once the wife of a CEO.

"Give me the dress! You will laugh at people if you wear them. Moreover, you will appear in front to welcome guests. Get out there, let me pick it for you," Keyla said impatiently.

"But Brother, it's pretty good and it's not expensive."

"Why should you think about price? Isn't the office going to pay for your dress? If the price exceeds the budget, just pay the rest with your money. Don't be stingy about using your salary for your own needs. Remember this opportunity will not be repeated a second time" Keyla said.

Keyla's fingers were so nimble to sort through the dress in front of her.

Her eyelids widened when she saw the long red dress, with a tassel decoration on the bottom.

"Clea, just wear this. Your skin is white, it would look good if you wear a red dress" said Keyla handed the dress to her sister.

Cleantha was surprised to see her brother's choice which she thought was too excessive.

"Sister, the red color is too striking. Moreover, the rope on the top is very small. There is also a side thigh. I don't think this dress suits me," Cleantha subtly refused.

"Just follow my words. You must dare to be the center of attention, because you are the receptionist."

Regardless of Cleantha's refusal, Keyla handed the dress to the boutique maid's hand.

"Sir, I rented this too. So two with that one. Just count the totals."

"Well, ma'am," replied the boutique waiter who took Keyla to the cashier.

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