
Breakfast was served at the table when Regina went down to the kitchen. Gian made him a soft pancake with butter and maple syrup. Pancakes filled the room and made him hungry. This time Gian cooked food for her.
“You're better?” Gian said as Regina entered the kitchen.
Regina just nodded slowly. He did not get to see his own face reflected as it descended. Surely he looked very messed up, he could also feel his eyes swollen from crying all night. It still happened last night in his memory. Alex's actions scared him. But somehow the one Regina remembers most is Gian. Gian and Gian. How brutally he beat up Alex, and hugged her all night. He was so embarrassed to keep sticking to Gian last night. Now he was unable to look at the man in front of him without blushing. His feelings were very moved by Gian's behavior.
Beautiful pancakes waiting to be eaten. Regina sat on one of the dining table chairs without making a sound. Gian sat next to him. His hand reached for Regina's bandaged arm.
“Still sick?” Ask Gian again. He stroked Regina's wrist gently. Only a nod could Regina give to Gian's questions. Did Gian see him who suddenly became misbehaved?
Due to her injured hand, Regina painstakingly dismembered the pancakes in front of her. With a swift Gian take over and cut the pancake into pieces that are easy to eat, so that Regina is not hassled. Then she just watched Regina finish her breakfast.
“You didn't eat?” Regina's increasingly uncomfortable questioning continues to be watched by Gian.
“Udah earlier.” Answer's relaxed. “Regi, about the last night.” Gian continued to be careful. She fears Regina is still traumatized by the incident.
“I have contacted Mahendra's family about Alex's behavior, also have CCTV evidence at the hotel about the abuse. They want to apologize to you and say make sure you don't take this matter to the police. But I can't give them anything without your consent. If you want to send this case to the police, I'll hire a lawyer and ask my people to collect other evidence to sue them.” Gian explained.
Regina was silent for a moment to think. Mahendra's family is one of the major conglomerates and investors, as is the Airlangga family. This incident certainly does not want to leak to the public. But Regina doesn't want Alex to get away with it unpunished. He also did not want to see her disgusting face. If Regina reported this incident to the police, would Gian also be involved? That night Gian beat Alex to injury. He is afraid Gian will also be prosecuted for the matter.
“You mukulin Alex was malem. You will also be reported to the Mahendra family?”
“Ngga. They won't dare report me back.”
“I'm not going to report this to the police, Gi. But I want Alex punished and I don't want to see him again for the rest of my life.”
“They have removed him from his position at PZ Ventures and all his assets have been frozen by his father. Today he went to LA. He'll settle there. If Alex breaks and returns to Indonesia. Mahendra's family will deal with my people. If your decision won't go to Alex, I don't have the right to make a meaning. But if you want to continue the case. I’ll be here by your side and do my best to support you.” Gian said convincingly. Hearing him made Regina's heart feel comfortable. During this time he always faced many things alone, without anyone to lean on and support him. Gian's words touched his feelings. Regina hasn't known Gian for long, but she's very reliable. His presence became a sturdy pole where he held on.
Everything Gian did to her was not pretend. She was empathetic and until recently very careful with Regina's feelings. Maybe because of that, Gian continued to remind Regina that this marriage is just a contract. So that Regina is not hurt expecting him to reciprocate her feelings. But today Regina failed to read the warning sign that Gian always put up. All of Gian's kindness led Regina to continue to like him. His heart cannot stop.
***
Realizing his feelings for Gian, doesn't make it any better. Even Regina was getting scared and empty. He knew what ending would await him. Will he hold on to his feelings until the contract expires? Or will he fight for it? That means he has to make Gian fall in love with him. Regina had no idea what obstacles would await her if she tried to break through the guardrail Gian had set up to keep her away from him. Moreover, Regina also did not know Gian more.
This is not true! Regina keeps repeating this chant in heart “She fell in love too quickly with Gian”. In just 2 months of meeting her she had already admitted that she liked the man. It's not like his habit. It's too dangerous. He doesn't want to get hurt again for falling in love. His previous failure had already left him so devastated. Especially now that she expects someone who never wanted a romantic relationship to reciprocate her feelings.
Regina's daydreams scatter as her coworkers cheerfully exclaim “Success for Edmode!!!” while opening confetti and cheering. Today they are in one of the cafes that provide private space for karaoke, celebrating the success of Edmode in the successful sale of one of the fashion items, the company said, as well as some lucrative cooperation that Edmode has signed. His business gradually improved as Dimas' expertise led Edmode. Gian's appointees never disappoint.
“Guys, I go home first yes.” Said Regina to her co-workers who were still busy karaoke and chatting.
“Kok very cute came home anyway, Mom? It's only half 8.” Said Mita.
“Bu Rere already has a husband, has to go home. You are single!” Bela Dimas's.
They continue to tease Regina who wants to go home quickly. Though he wanted to go home quickly because of his chaotic mood. Not because I want to see Gian. Seeing his face now would make him even more careless. She doesn't like it.
***
The aroma of coffee smelled to the middle room. When Regina came home, Gian was in the kitchen brewing coffee. He had already sent a message earlier on Gian, today there was an event with his office colleagues. Regina thinks Gian won't come home soon either because today he didn't cook. But it looks like Gian came home at 7 as usual.
“You've eaten, Gi?” Regina asked as she walked into the kitchen, and then immediately took some water and drank it.
“Udah.” Gian replied briefly, Masik was busy with his coffee making machine. “Where is dinner?”
“Yaa Regina was confused as to what to describe. The dinner was fun, but he wasn't concentrating at all. Even he hardly cared that Edmode had made such rapid progress. All the directions of his mind were only on Gian, who was now in front of him while turning his back with his hands busy brewing coffee.
“Still yes.”
“What do you do?” Gian said, turning around, now they stand facing each other in front of the coffee he brewed is safe to enter the cup. He occasionally sips it.
“Because of your help, now Edmode can have a rich chance now. Sales go up, cooperation with qualified vendors, and the wealth of my company will grow in the future.”
“Well, your wish has been partially achieved. Even now is just the beginning, and it needs a lot of basics that must be strengthened so that your company can survive.”
“How well do you? Decision on assets and positions Gavels already determined?”
“Sunday yesterday I officially served as CEO of Gavels. But for assets, the wealth will be gradually given. Mr. Narta did not give any more information in how long until all the assets that are rightfully mine can change hands. But the power can be up to a year or more.”
“Why? Did you not qualify?”
“Grandpa wants to be rich. I don't know.” either
Regina was silent for a moment, there was silence between them . Then he took a few steps forward to Gian, stopping right in front of him. Regina tiptoed and kissed Gian's lips at a glance. He could not stop himself or his feelings.
“This gift for your help.” Regina said with a smile. He quickly turned around and left, but Gian held him back. Regina is back to face Gian. Coffee cups are kept in the back. Now Gian's two hands grabbed Regina's face.
“The real lakuin if you want to say thank you.”
Their lips then intertwined, the aroma of coffee filling Regina. It tastes sweet and bitter. Just like how he feels about Gian now. Regina let Gian feel her lips, long ago. He didn't want to let go either. His feelings went crazy in an instant.
Somewhat for a long time they pecked while clenching both lips before Regina pushed Gian away. He wanted Gian too much. Even though Gian eventually returned 1000 kisses from her, still she would not give him any feelings. All the touches and kisses from Gian will not make the direction of their relationship will go in the direction he wants.
“You asked this time.” Gian said with a naughty smile. “I won't refuse if you want” Continue to tease Regina. With a sudden movement Regina stomped on Gian's feet and walked away from the kitchen.
“Aaaaa crazy girl!!!” Shouted Gian.