Soon after, one of the three women approached the man, draping her arm around his."Darling? Who is this woman? How dare she call herself your lover?"Mahira's eyes widened upon hearing this revelation. "No, Darling. Please, don't misunderstand. She's just a shameless stranger. She's just a cheap woman who betrayed and cheated on me right in front of my eyes," the man replied, looking down on Mahira.With the strength she had, Mahira tried to stand up and return the man's gaze. She shifted her gaze to the woman who was now so intimate with her boyfriend."What are you talking about, Lucas? Why are you calling her Darling? I'm your girlfriend! Not her!" Mahira asserted, causing the man to smirk at the corner of his mouth.He seemed to treat the words coming out of Mahira's mouth like trash."Girlfriend? Since when have we still been in a relationship, huh?! You're the one who betrayed me, and now you're accusing me of cheating behind your back?"The man, whose name was apparently Lucas
Ethan drove his car, carrying a woman who kept shedding tears as if they would never run out.A long sigh escaped his mouth as he occasionally stole glances at the woman who was still busy with her sadness.She seemed to have lost her entire world."Let it go. Staying in a toxic relationship will only harm yourself, Miss."After feeling that the crying was getting worse for quite some time, Ethan couldn't stand it anymore.He then uttered a sentence that managed to catch the woman's attention.The crying stopped for a moment, and at the same time, her gaze turned towards Ethan."What do you mean by saying that, huh?!" Mahira said firmly, seeming to be provoked by Ethan's words.Ethan then shook his head several times, indicating that he had no intention whatsoever towards the woman."I'm just saying what I should say to you, Miss Mahira," Ethan said, not looking at Mahira but staying focused on the busy road ahead.A very clear frown appeared on the woman's forehead as she suddenly na
Mahira followed Ethan's steps, allowing the man to lead her into his residence."Please, have a seat. I'll prepare a drink for you, Miss Mahira," said Ethan, inviting the woman to sit on one of the sofas in the living room.He asked her to wait there while Ethan apparently requested his sister to keep Mahira company as she looked uncomfortable."But, Bro! You haven't..."Amel tried to protest to the man, but Ethan seemed to give her a look that clearly asked Amel to just comply with his words."Please, understand. Let me get her some water first. After that, I'll tell you everything you want to hear from me. Okay?"Amel sighed, nodding her head to indicate that she was agreeing to everything the man said.The woman sat facing Mahira, giving her an awkward smile."Please drink, Miss Mahira. At least to quench the thirst you must be feeling right now," said Ethan as he offered a tray containing 3 glasses of orange juice.Although Ethan knew it was already nighttime, he felt that in this
"Are you heading home this morning?" Ethan asked as soon as he saw Mahira coming out of his sister's room.The woman was stretching her body, still blinking her eyes repeatedly.Even though she had already splashed water on her face in the bathroom to freshen up, sleepiness seemed to linger, reluctant to leave her body."Sure. Your office is still in the same direction as my neighborhood. So it'd be good if we go together," said Mahira, making Ethan nod.She seemed no longer awkward with Ethan, offering to help him prepare breakfast that morning."Actually, I can't cook. But if you want me to help you with anything, I can do it for you," Mahira said, looking at the man intently.It was clear how sincere the woman was towards Ethan, offering whatever help she could to him.Ethan smiled and shook his head."No need. You just sit. I'll do everything myself," Ethan declined.As long as he could do everything on his own, he felt there was no reason to ask for help from others."Hmm... is A
"See you later! Take care on your way!"Mahira raised one of her hands, waving it a few times towards the man who had just dropped her off at home.A sweet smile continued to appear at the corner of her lips as she shook her head several times.She couldn't contain what she was feeling at that moment.Remembering how Ethan had done so much for her made Mahira feel very special at that time."Boo!"Suddenly from behind, someone startled Mahira, who was busy smiling to herself at the side of the road.Mahira, who felt no need to question who did such a thing to her, could only roll her eyes lazily, looking at the woman who was now smiling with her innocent face."Leona! Can't you not surprise me like this?" Mahira asked, feeling lazy to look at that woman.There was always something about her actions that kept annoying Mahira.You could see how that neat and white set of teeth appeared perfectly adorning the woman's grinning face."It's a habit! What if my heart jumps out and I die on t
Leona arrived, witnessing the interaction between Ethan and the unknown woman. The look in her eyes clearly showed curiosity and questioning about the person standing before her.Her mouth seemed tightly shut, as if she was struggling to continue the sentence she was about to say."Leona?" Ethan echoed as his gaze shifted towards the woman.A long sigh escaped Ethan's lips, as if he had anticipated the situation would become more complicated, especially with Leona now present.Meanwhile, Milena, who was completely unfamiliar with the woman who had barged into Ethan's office, appeared to be displeased.She rolled her eyes, unwilling to engage with the woman."Who are you, barging in like this? Do you think this room can accommodate just anyone? Next time, you need to be more polite. At least knock on the door before deciding to just walk in!" Milena snapped at the woman.Leona seemed to furrow her brow in disbelief at receiving such a response from Milena.A long sigh escaped her lips
Leona looked at her uncle with a smile that she couldn't help but emerge at the corner of her lips.Her arms were now outstretched, hugging the body of the older man who was with her at the entrance to Ethan's room."Please, Mr. Leo, you can sit here. I'm sorry for the incident this morning. It was actually a rather poor start to the day," Ethan said, feeling uncomfortable with the man due to the chaos caused by Milena.Leo, who also felt that this was not Ethan's fault but rather the woman's overly aggressive behavior towards Ethan, shook his head, indicating that he completely disagreed with the apology Ethan had made."It's alright, Mr. Ethan. After all, this is not your fault. This happened because that woman deliberately caused a commotion by coming here. Don't worry about it," Leo said, indicating that he did not have a problem with it at all.Meanwhile, Leona, the woman, seemed to be still clinging to the older man's arm.She gave the uncle a very sweet smile."Hm.. in that cas
Ethan headed towards the pantry in his office, then looked at the employees working in that room."Good morning, everyone," Ethan greeted, looking at all of them.The people there seemed surprised, not expecting Ethan to visit their room."Good morning, Mr. Ethan," the people in the room replied in unison.They all lowered their heads, showing how much they respected Ethan.A warm smile appeared perfectly on the corner of Ethan's lips as he looked at the people who didn't seem too busy."Can I ask for your help?" Ethan asked, looking at the people there. Again in unison, they nodded their heads, indicating that they were willing to help Ethan."Yes, sir. What do you need? I'll help you," said one of the employees there.Ethan nodded several times, looking at the people working in his office with a warm gaze. Now he felt happy because they seemed to be working very well."Thank you for responding to me so well. Please make three coffees and bring them to my room," Ethan replied to thos