Your Officemate's

8. Covert War

"Young and Dangerous"

The words were like an alarm in Erika's head, repeated and kept ringing to remind her of something. Something Erika herself doesn't understand what it is.

Is this because Erika is used to trading so she doesn't like losing? Or is it because there is another reason?

I don't know, this is exactly what Erika is doing right now.

He was looking at himself in front of the mirror. Then he sprayed face mist on the face as a finishing touch of the makeup he used. His appearance today was perfect.

He won't lose to Clara at the office's annual event tonight.

He bought a dress from one of the famous boutiques. A plain navy color dress with a simple model without a lot of accents, but very elegant and suitable to wear Erika.

Erika did not hesitate to spend money on a pair of beautiful and expensive shoes. Despite having heels, the shoes will still be comfortable to use to stand for hours at the event later.

Actually Erika does not really like expensive items. But, the shadow of her husband's beautiful coworkers with full branded outfit from top to toe makes her dare to pay dearly to support her appearance. Erika won't lose to Clara.

Today she had to perform at her best so that Clara would know there was no way to tempt Hans.

Even all day ago Erika had done treatment from the tip of the hair to the tip of the nail in a famous treatment place. The materials used are high quality and expensive. This is what is often referred to - referred to as there is a price, there is quality. The result was very satisfying, Erika seemed more radiant than before.

Erika has even decided to routinely do treatment there, so that later it will still look beautiful if she is not young anymore. It is not cheap to look beautiful. But as long as it does not interfere with household finances, why not?

After all, his personal income was more than enough if only to finance his care and appearance. After all, men are visual creatures. They used to judge first-time women by physical appearance.

*****

When she finished, Erika went downstairs to wait for the car to be picked up from the office. The family room already has Abigail and Amanda sitting sweet and ready to go to the company's annual event.

Erika pulls out her phone and calls Hans to let him know that they are ready and will soon be leaving for the event. Before long, the car and the driver arrived. After saying goodbye to the housekeeper, they got into the car.

"Kids, don't say hello to Uncle Johan and Aunty Merry. Keep to manners. And don't quarrel with their children." Erika advises her children when they're in the car.

"Don't worry Moms." replied Abigail with a sweet smile.

"OK, Mommy" Amanda nodded obediently.

Erika smiled satisfied with the answers of her children.

Without feeling, the car that brought Erika and her children had reached their destination. The event was held in the main building of JM Group.

Erika and her children entered the lobby. Some acquaintances greet and politely nod when they cross paths with them.

"Abbey, Manda.." Hans' voice came closer.

As soon as he arrived, Hans immediately hugged and kissed the forehead of his two daughters. Erika's smile expanded, Hans had already approached and warmly welcomed them. That tall and dashing figure was indeed still handsome at his age that was close to forty years old. The informal navy suit and hair were neatly combed, making her look several years younger.

But a moment later, Erika's smile faded. It turned out that there was a young and dangerous woman standing next to Hans. It was Clara. As usual, look beautiful with a beautiful navy color dress that is very fitting wrapped his body.

Erika knows, if this is an annual event and anyone can attend as long as they get an invitation. The color of the matching clothes can be just a coincidence, not because they both deliberately wear a couple.

But, seeing them standing next to each other at this moment made his heart feel uneasy. Slowly there was a kind of fire ignited inside Erika and made her feel hot.

Seeing the change in Erika's countenance, Hans immediately approached, and whispered softly near Erika's ear. He did not want to ruin his wife's mood.

"You're perfect, Moms."

Next, a burly arm instantly coiled around Erika's slender waist, pulling her closer and a light peck landed on Erika's forehead.

Not to forget Hans took Erika into the row of VIP seats. Erika glanced at her fingers that Hans was holding, her lips making a curved line. The fire that had splashed was slightly extinguished.

No one realized there was a Clara staring with envy from behind. Their brains - a replay of how much money Hans spent by Erika for her performance tonight. While he had to work hard to work for all that stuck in his body now.

Then came the owner of the company and his wife who came to Erika and her children. They treated Erika so friendly and warm, looking like a close relative. None of this escaped Clara's attention.

To Clara, Erika is a mortal. Both the treasure and the honor he got now was due to Hans. Luckily, Erika knew Hans first. If only he had met Hans sooner, he would have stood there. Surrounded by warmth and endowed with "pleasure".

*****

The day is getting late, finally reaching the end of the event is a tribute to the best employees.

Clara is one of the prospective recipients of the award, and it's true that she managed to get an award of outstanding employees.

It's time for Clara to convey messages and impressions, and then it will end with a photo session.

"Thank you to my partner, Brother Hans Sanjaya, who has always been with me, for supporting me hard and happy. And as a form of appreciation, I hope he will come forward to receive awards and take pictures together. Because this award is not just mine. But it's ours because we're team work."

Erika's chest rumbled upon hearing Clara's request. He was hopeful that Hans would refuse Clara's request. But as long as Erika knew Hans, there was no way Hans would embarrass others by publicly rejecting him. Moreover, it is clear - clearly this demand is associated with the context of the work.

Erika just prayed and hoped Hans would understand her feelings. If only, Hans received an invitation to take a photo with Clara, then certainly Erika was furious.

Seriate...

See you in Chapter 8

Owala... Clara, your mode is a lot 🤕😖

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