GIRL IN RED
CHAPTERS 178. SPECIAL RULES OF ARIMBI
The rain has slowly subsided. Granny Serkan sat on the top floor of the main house with Elisha watching Arimbi's car departing from the Emir's house before slowly leaving the villa complex.
“Grandmother,” Elisha holds an umbrella with one hand and supports it with the other. “Let's go down granny.” said Elisha again staring at the expression of his grandmother's face that was still silent.
“Only one important task for the women in our family is to secure the future of our family's vocational line. They will need permission from a large family before doing anything.”
Elisha was an exception. She was a beloved daughter from generation to generation and as such she was not attached to such a thing. He has the freedom to do whatever he wants. Despite that, she knew the family she grew up in was shackled by conservative education and teachings.
Few or no one is able to break the hereditary rule unless their beloved husband is willing to do so. Arimbi is the best example because he can still work after becoming one of the Serkan Family.
“Grandma, think about the Emir. Even if it was Arimbi's desire to get pregnant, she couldn't do it herself. I'm sure he's just trying to compensate Arimbi for his guilt. As the world develops today, it is time for our family rules to undergo some changes for gender equality.”
“What women in the family can not afford to compare with men? If we give the opportunity to the women in the Serkan family to start their careers in the business world. I'm sure they'll raise a name for themselves. Grandma, didn't grandma also help grandpa with business to grow when grandma was young?”
Layla Serkan shifted her gaze, “Our family has not established our position at that time so I have no choice but to help her. Because now we have reached the top position and the company is growing under the Emir, the women do not need to work anymore. All they have to do is take care of the children and be a plus for the husband at official events. That's all! What else to complain about when we have given them luxury? We should have given them a warning before their wedding was done.”
Right before they became Serkan's mistress, they should have been told how strict the family's rules were. They should not blame the lack of freedom when holding the title of most honorable woman after becoming a member of the Serkan family. At least that's what Layla Serkan believes.
“Emir has just gathered all the butlers and Yaya has informed grandmother of the Emir's message. Is grandma really going against it?” ask Elisha.
The old woman remained silent, it was true that she disliked Arimbi for going to work even after marrying the Emir. But he also did not want to quarrel with her.
After all he was an elder in the family, but most of the problems were out of his control. Given that Emir is a talented and talented man who has maintained the position of the company to date, he is in a dilemma. Grandma Serkan let out a long sigh,
“We'll see later. I will not interfere as long as Arimbi does not cross the line, but he may pass the habit on to your future sister-in-law later.”
Is Arimbi going to be the turning point for a major change in the Serkan family? As someone who supported Arimbi, Elisha gave kind words to support him.
“Grandma, Arimbi just worked at her father's company. Nothing big is likely to happen. After all she had the right to take over her family's company as a biological daughter. I heard that Amanda is very proud and reluctant to leave her adoptive family because she wants to master.”, Elisha said, explaining that she does not want her grandmother to misunderstand.
But Granny Serkan cynical medengus, “If she was stupid enough to fall into someone's trap and cause trouble to her husband, I wouldn't just shut up. And if he dares to meet another man or do something that will make him regret, he will be done!”
Elisha tried to calm his grandmother and said, “Grandmother, that doesn't sound like the Arimbi I know. She was completely aware of the Emir's situation even before marrying him, it seemed like she was ready to spend the rest of her life with him. He would never do anything that would make him regret. As for if he was exposed to a malicious scheme or stuck to someone's plot, I'm sure he's smart enough to outsmart them. All he needs is experience.”
“Very like him, he's sincere. If Grandma had recognized him I was sure that grandma would also like him a lot. She is different from other rich women.”
But Serkan's grandmother didn't bully him. “The fox just showed its tail. Judging from how he changed his mind to marry the Emir, it was obvious that he had ulterior motives. Wait and see, gradually everything will be revealed.”
For the old woman, anyone who approaches the Emir is never sincere, never will be.
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The heavy rain stopped when Arimbi arrived at the company. He asked the driver to drop him right at the entrance, he already intended to show his existence to everyone.
Even though he was hiding his relationship with the Emir but those women would definitely still target him. Then, why didn't he just show them how special he was to the man.
“Pak, I'll have lunch in the company cafeteria. So there's no need to come. You can pick me up at half-five in the afternoon when I get home from work.” he said as he grabbed his bag. The driver replied politely, “Alright young mistress. I will wait for the madam at the entrance later.”
Then Arimbi got down from the car to coincide with Amanda and Sandra who looked at him while frowning to see Arimbi get off the car that he knew belonged to the Emir. The two women stopped seeing Arimbi walking in.
“Good morning Vice Director Rafaldi.” said Arimbi took the initiative to greet him because of Amanda's position as Deputy Director there.
“Again, Arimbi. Looks like you are enjoying a luxurious life in the Serkan family house huh? Sending to pick up by the family's private driver with his luxury car.” circus Amanda who was envious.
“Ah, yes absolutely right. They treat me very well. In that case, I will be absent first.” Arimbi goes to the office while Amanda pauses before entering with Sandra while discussing the company's affairs along the way.
“PT. Libra Elektrindo needs a large number of circuit boards for its expanded production?” amanda asked Sandra after hearing the news.
Sandra nodded, “Every competitor is currently trying to get a cooperation contract with them. Anyone who wins this tender will get a big profit.”
“It will make many advantages to cooperate with them. Everyone would want to get their own benefits from this tender.” Amanda said.
In spite of his fear of the Emir, establish cooperation with PT. Libra Electroindo is his wish and Amanda wants to get it to strengthen her position in the company.