Citra and Ethan walked out of sync. The man seemed to have already harbored great anger towards Citra.He walked ahead, letting Citra follow behind him.As she walked, Citra could only remain silent, believing that the truth would surely be revealed there later.Citra would never do such a lowly thing. Besides, why would she steal evidence that she herself would gain nothing from?Ethan had also helped Citra a lot so far, so automatically the woman wouldn't have the heart to do such an inappropriate thing."Please play the CCTV footage starting from 3 days ago, sir."Upon arriving in the CCTV control room, Ethan immediately told the man there to play the CCTV footage.This was because Ethan had last checked the contents of his safe and still found the evidence exactly 3 days ago."Yes, sir," the man replied obediently.He then extended his hand, moving the mouse to play each footage there.Nothing happened. One day passed, as did the second day.Until precisely, when the second day wa
Amel couldn't control herself. Her tears kept falling, following the pain and tightness in her chest.She really couldn't believe the decision Ethan had made. All this time, their relationship had been just fine, and Amel felt there was nothing wrong between them.However, suddenly Ethan said that Citra would never be able to enter their lives again, and he wouldn't even allow them to communicate."Ethan, you're cruel! You're cruel, bro! What have you done?! You've really lost your mind! You're so cruel!" Amel shouted in hatred.She kept hitting the pillow on her lap, continuing to cry her heart out.Meanwhile outside, Ethan could clearly hear the sound of Amel's crying and anger.He, feeling a bit calmer now, tried to talk to his sister about everything.Ethan would explain that this was indeed the best path for their relationship. What Citra had done was really no longer tolerable.Ethan was forced to do all this, even though in his heart he really wanted and hoped that woman had ne
A long sigh escaped Citra's mouth.In her current state of uncertainty, she continued driving her car aimlessly, wherever it could go.She didn't know where to go now. Her mind felt blank, all the feelings in her heart turning cold and untouchable again, just like before.Citra tried to remember the last time she felt so happy, celebrating that happiness until it ultimately ended up destroying her.The corner of her lips curved into a bitter smile.Citra closed her eyes, taking a deep breath to try and control her unstable emotions."Argh! Why did everything have to turn out like this?! Why do you keep torturing me with all this pain?! Why does God always punish me?! What great sin have I committed for you to do all this to my life, God?!"Her thoughts spiraling out of control, Citra began to question the fate God had created for her.The happiness that people always said would come to those who remember God and are grateful for His trials was nowhere to be felt by Citra right now.Sh
Amel put down the pen and paper on her bedside table, leaving it as a message for her brother to find.After long consideration, Amel had decided to go through with this plan.Perhaps Amel's absence for a while would allow Ethan to think more calmly.Amel wanted to make the man realize that the strength of his love for Citra would prove that she wasn't truly guilty.She knew Ethan still had doubts about everything. But his massive ego prevented him from controlling himself.Ethan would only heal with help from himself, when he could reflect and become calmer.That's why Amel decided to leave, so the man would lower his ego."I'm sorry, Ethan. I have to do this for our future good. I don't mean to make you miserable or get revenge for Citra's pain because of your actions. But I'm doing this because I care about you. I'm sure you'll understand when I'm gone from your life too," Amel muttered as she shouldered her backpack to leave.She had packed some clothes and was wearing a mask and
Citra looked uncomfortable as the bright sunlight now pierced sharply into her eyes.She tried to avert her gaze, looking for a place where she wouldn't face the sun directly.However, suddenly someone pulled open the curtains covering the bedroom window, letting the bright light flood into her room."Ah! Can't you see I've been trying to avoid it? Come on, close those curtains again!" Citra ordered, trying to cover her face with the pillow and bolster there.A man's voice clicked his tongue, making Citra try to fight against the bright light."It's not good to keep wallowing in your sadness. Come on, let's go! We're going jogging together this morning," suggested the man, who was none other than Nike.He tried to wake the woman up. Her dark under-eye circles were clearly visible, indicating she hadn't slept since last night.She had just been crying, feeling sad about what had happened in her life."No. I don't want to go anywhere this morning. I just want to live in peace. You go an
"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