"Sorry for just visiting, Mr. Leo."Citra immediately placed the fruits that were labeled earlier on the nightstand. Her gaze looked at Leo who was only smiling, as if he didn't mind their recent arrival, even though Leo had been sick for a few days.But still, the middle-aged man couldn't blame Citra and Ethan for just visiting. Moreover, he had heard from Leona that both of them went to the village. He didn't know what they were doing to leave the company, but still, Leo couldn't take issue with those who had just come into his house and had just visited him.His gaze then shifted to the man who had just sat on a chair not far from him. That man was of course none other than Ethan, the man who was so influential in his life. Had he not invested in her, she would have been bankrupt by now and had a lot of debts in several companies and banks. Even their meeting was none other than because he was chased by a loan shark who wanted to collect money from him.Her gaze was still fixed on
"Where are we going after this, Ethan?"Currently, Citra was together with Ethan on the terrace of Leo's house. The two of them had just finished visiting the man who was still not completely fine. However, they were sure that in the next few days Leo would definitely recover soon and be able to return to his usual activities, given that his condition was already much better than the previous days.Ethan turned his head towards Citra. Honestly, he was at a loss as to where to go after this. There was no plan from him to continue traveling, considering he was already quite tired. After working in the office all day, he had gone straight to Citra's house to pick her up, and then to Leo's house. Now, they stood on the terrace of the house, trying to decide on their next move.Looking at Ethan who was just silent, Citra was also silent. However, somehow she felt like she could understand what he was thinking. In her heart, Citra realized that Ethan looked exhausted. She didn't want to for
"Mr. Manager, I want to talk to you about a raise for me." Ethan mustered the courage to speak with one of the powerful people in his office. Working for almost 3 years at this renowned office made Ethan proud. However, the salary he received was not commensurate with his hard work during this time.Richard, who was typing on the computer, looked up in disbelief at Ethan standing before him. Richard then leaned back in his big chair, sighing while looking dismissively at Ethan. "Did I not hear you correctly, Ethan? You want a raise?"Ethan nodded, although hesitant he still had to express his desire. "Yes, Mr. Manager, I have considered this. I have been working here for almost 3 years, but until now, my salary has remained the same since I started working." Ethan paused for a moment, taking a long breath and releasing it slowly."Even some of my colleagues have been promoted, while I'm still stuck here. As a consideration, I want a raise," Ethan continued.Richard smiled dismissive
Ethan left his office feeling devastated. His mind was scattered, making it impossible for him to distinguish between right and wrong."What should I do?!" Ethan asked himself in frustration."Darn it! Why does this have to happen? Why him?! I never even imagined he'd stoop so low as to blame me like this."Ethan ran his hands through his hair in frustration. He had been foolish to trust that jerk.He then sat down by the side of the road, letting the sounds of passing vehicles dominate his ears.Beep! Beep!For a while, Ethan just daydreamed, until he felt his phone vibrating and ringing in his pants pocket.He took out his phone, looking at the name of the person causing it to ring."Amelia?" Ethan raised an eyebrow, looking at his phone.Ethan then walked a little further ahead, trying to find a quieter spot where he could hear his sister's words clearly.He answered the call from his sister, trying not to sound suspicious."Hello, Brother Ethan.""Hello, Amel, what's up? Why are y
At this moment, Ethan glared sharply at Milena and Mr. Manager. He couldn't believe they would stoop so low.Mr. Manager smirked, confirming Ethan's accusations."If that's true, then what? What can you do about it?"Hearing Mr. Manager's words, Ethan exploded. Without hesitation, Ethan started punching Mr. Manager repeatedly.Milena screamed as she watched, until a few people came and tried to stop Ethan."Remember, Mr. Manager! I won't stay silent. I'll come back for revenge."Ethan now walked home, his mind wandering aimlessly. His heart and mind were in turmoil.Ethan felt utterly destroyed, betrayed by his friend and lover."What could have led to all of this happening? Have I committed a grave sin for God to punish me like this?" Ethan monologued to himself.Ethan rubbed his face in frustration, trying to calm himself and make sense of everything going wrong within him.But it all seemed futile. Ethan still felt overwhelmed by fear.Ethan tried to reflect on his past experiences
Ethan sighed, trying to contain his anger which was currently boiling inside him.If only he had known earlier, maybe it wouldn't feel this painful. And it truly hurt Ethan's heart, as if he wanted to let it out right now.His stomach, unable to be ignored any longer, suddenly stared at the wrapped rice he was holding. He really couldn't contain his hunger any longer.Without further thought, Ethan simply grabbed the wrapped rice from the trash can."To hell with everything. As long as this stomach feels full, that's more than enough."Ethan then took the rice package away from the trash can in the narrow alley.The man brought it to another corner of the alley.Ethan then devoured the found rice package eagerly. He truly resembled a jungle man who had just found his prey.It couldn't be explained how hungry he felt right now.Ring! Ethan then stopped devouring his food. He then reached into his pocket to grab his vibrating phone."A message from Miss Narsih."Ethan murmured, then he
Damn! I can't even see clearly right now. Why did this intense dizziness suddenly hit my head? What's happened? Why does it hurt so much?" Ethan tries to steady his vision. At least he needs clear sight to achieve his goal, even though his body feels weightless due to the overwhelming pain in his head. "I can't endure feeling like this forever. Only by taking this pain relief medicine will it subside. I'm absolutely sure of that." Ethan then grips his head. With heavy footsteps, he walks step by step, each one appearing deliberate. Not forgetting, he reaches for his old, now lifeless phone that no longer shines like before. If asked how his phone ended up there, while he was unconscious, Ethan could feel how his phone, which he placed in his right pocket, should have been pressed against him. However, the reality is the opposite. The phone lies there, seemingly out of his pocket for who knows how long. The thought arises that some energy intentionally placed his old phone close
Ethan held onto his old phone, which still displayed a message about receiving a substantial amount of money. "Where's an ATM around here? I've been walking and still can't find it. Is it difficult to find an ATM on this street?" Ethan muttered to himself. His brow furrowed as he reexamined each building in the corner of the city where he was staying. However, his wanderings had now become meaningless. Everything was ruined due to his excessive trust in everything, including the man who had clearly led him astray. "Enough of those thoughts, Ethan! Everything has happened, and I can't redo it to make it right again." Ethan closed his eyes for a while, attempting to reconcile with and continually make peace with all the demands for justice. "Calm down, Ethan. Not everything you want will go as you wish. Everything unfolds according to God's plan. You should always remember that God's plan is the best plan." Ethan reassured himself. He didn't want his thoughts to drift away again. Alt