
The appointed day has finally arrived. Today, Nathan and Bisma deliberately wait for the board of directors in the boardroom before the appointed time. While Nara did not come to the office today because she wanted to rest and prepare for the event later tonight.
The arrival of Nathan and Bhishma shows that both are already convinced of the end result. Moreover, they wanted to see the faces of the people who were fighting them in the past few days.
No need to wait a long time, fifteen minutes before the scheduled time, one by one the seats began to fill. At first they came to talk seriously to each other. Plan their actions at the last moment.
But when they realized the presence of Nathan and Bhishma in the meeting room they immediately fell silent. They close their mouths.
In time, the meeting began.
“So are there any other candidates you brought this time?” Nathan asked directly after the supervisory body leader submitted the results of their examination.
Everyone looked at each other. The whispers began to ripple out. Of the five people submitted by them, none were suitable and passed the selection. Bisma is a difficult standard to fight against.
“Seeing you guys looks like you guys have no other candidates.” Nathan Cibir.
“We did not find anyone else more qualified than Mr. Bisma.”
“You guys just calm down. I only temporarily serve as President here. When the time comes, Gerry will sit at the highest position.” Bisma spoke seriously. The whispers are heard again. They love to talk behind the back of others.
“Time for you is up. It's time you guys gave up. From today on, you are under the leadership of Bhishma. You must remember, Bhishma is the son of Mahardika, if you do not honor Bhishma in your eyes, it means that you do not respect me.”
“We understand mr. Nathan.”
“Good. Later in the afternoon I will announce the change of position and the appointment of Bhishma in public. I hope you don't mess up or I'll get you out of Mahardika Grub my way. You won't be able to imagine what I can do.” Nathan looked one by one. Emphasize their fear.
“We promise not to betray sir. We obey every decision taun Nathan and also Mr. Bisma.”
“Remember my words. I won't hesitate on you guys.” Nathan stand. He dashingly left the meeting room with Bhishma who was walking beside him.
Growing up next to Nathan, Bhishma had a temperament like Nathan. Even the way to walk and work is also the same with his stepfather. From the back they look similar to each other. If regardless of their different faces, they would be considered as father and biological children.
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During the day, Nara picks up Karina at her workplace hotel. Actually, today Karina gets an afternoon shift, but because Nara invited her Karina deliberately exchanged sifts with her friend. So in the afternoon he can go home and get ready for the evening event.
So Karina is surprised to see Nara at the reception. Awaiting him. Nara said nothing.
“What's up here?” Karina immediately approached Nara.
“I picked you up.” Nara Nyengir's. He knew that the girl in front of him would be surprised. He regretted his boredom until he forgot to tell Karina that day he would take Karina to the salon to prepare.
“But the show will be tonight.”
“Iya I know. But we have to prepare from the beginning. We have to perform at maximum.”
“But I didn't need so much time to prepare.” At home, Karina only has a moisturizer, a sow powder and one lipstick. It would not take much time to apply all of that on his face.
“Who said the preparation was only for our face? We're going to the salon. I ordered a complete package for two people today. Me and you. We are princesses today. Come.” Nara said with excitement. He pulled Karina's hand to follow her.
“But I still work.” Karina tries to stop Nara.
“Oh. Small problem. Let me help you get your permission. Take me to your boss. And the problem will be solved as easily as turning my hand.” Nara said to ask Karina to show her the place, but she had already walked ahead of Karina.
“Come Karina! We think I'm a map that knows all the places? Quickly show me the place.”
“Emm. Nara, it seems better that I alone ask permission huh. I don't want to trouble you.”
“OK. But let me accompany you. I hate waiting.” Nara again accelerated her pace.
Karina hesitantly knocks on the door that says manager room. Nara waited on the sofa waiting in front of the room. After getting permission from her manager, Karina walked into the room.
“Not allowed. You are a new officer. Cannot ask for leave permission. You've done this a few times. I've been kind to you the last time I saw how you worked in the last month. But there's no next time for that.” The manager refused Karina's permission after hearing what the girl had said.
“No matter. After all what kind of party will you attend?”
“Party held company Mahardika Grub.” Answer Karina spirit.
“Hahaha. You dream huh? Such a big party you don't have the qualifications to be able to enter. Even the owner of our hotel just did not get an invitation despite wanting to attend.” Ejek that manager.
“But I did not lie sir. My friend is the daughter of Mahardika.”
“You mean Miss Nara?”
“Iya right. Currently she is waiting for me in front.”
“A lot of your wits. You think I can be fooled?”
“I didn't lie sir. Nara is really in front.”
“You listen to me. If I see Miss Nara in your room right now, I'll lick your shoes. And if you can't prove it, you give me a two-month salary. Deal?”
“Father is unfair. Make my salary as a betting material. Shouldn't the reciprocity also benefit me?” Karina smiled meaningfully. This time he will get a big fish.
“Alright. If you manage to bring Miss Nara into my room, I will give you two months of my salary.”
“Deal!” karina shouted with excitement while shaking the manager's hand. “I'll take Nara in.” Further.
“No need to call. I've come.” Nara opened the door and leaned against the mouth of the door. Seeing Nara, the two managers legs were suddenly not powered up. Who does not know Nara? Princess Mahardika who a few months ago became a trending topic in the business world because of her ability.
“So right?”
“Really! I am a friend of Karina. And now I am in your room. So I hope you keep your word because you lost a bet. CK ck. You should not look down on others like that.” Nara walked forward. Embracing Karina's shoulder with a gentle smile on those sweet-looking pink lips.
“Nara, forgive me for making use of our friendship.” Karina said sincerely. He regrets making their friendship a game.
“No problem Karina. Once in a while we have to teach people not to look down on others.” Karina nodded in agreement. During this time he was also ostracized while working just because he lived in a bad environment.
“So, have you got his permission?” Nara quickly changed her tone.
“I..”
“You're allowed. The business here let me take care of the rest. You can enjoy the party happily.” The manager hurriedly cut Karina's words.
“Good. Then thank you very much. Come Karina.” Nara immediately pulled Karina's hand. Didn't give Karina time to thank me.
“Karina, would you consider working at my place? I know you don't like working here right?” Nara had heard some rumors about Karina circulating in the hotel when she asked about the girl's whereabouts. And everything he heard made his ears hot.
If the uninvolved Nara felt uneasy and disliked, wouldn't Karina who was the gossip material be even more hurt?
“No need Nara. I can still hold it. Besides the next two months my salary will be doubled.”
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Episodes towards the end. For the story of Karina and Bhishma I will put in a novel with a different title.
But before that, I want to continue the work of Akoh which is still half way. Focus on one work.