Just A Professional Relationship
S2 - Episode Twelve

For almost two hours Stefan was just sitting pensively staring at the sky through the window of his apartment. His mind continues to be preoccupied with the problem of Nadin who suddenly has a relationship with a man named Frans.

The problem is, he is quite disturbed because he cannot remember what Juna had said first. Though at least, Frans was once the topic of their conversation a few years ago.

“What? What did you say at the time, Juna?”

Stefan got up from the couch, picked up his laptop and sat back down. He begins to find out about Zabran's company, which is run by Frans and his father.

“Why should Nadin? There were even many other women who had well-known family backgrounds, which she could take advantage of. What makes Frans feel like only Nadin can she use? It may not be about love. Absolutely not..”

Stefan grabbed his phone lying on the table, and called someone.

“Find out about Frans Alberta Zabran that I can't access on the internet. Whatever it is, bring it to me,” he said with a serious face. Then close the call, and refocus towards the screen of his laptop.

***

Nadin recently arrived at a luxury apartment that was only a few buildings apart from Frans' office. He just sat down, as some of the men from the transfer service were busy carrying his belongings.

In that place Nadin will start his days as a person who will always be next to Frans—entah until when. He himself had not managed to figure out what the man wanted. Frans always said that he wanted Nadin who he considered a valuable person for him. For some people, it might sound like something romantic. But Nadin himself felt that was not what Frans meant.

“How's the apartment, you like it?”

Frans stepped in, and walked towards Nadin who was silent not replying. Standing still, Frans placed a stack of files on the table.

Nadin who could not help but be curious, looked at the pile of files before him. “What is this?”

“Your resignation file from the current job.”

“Hah?”

“I've moved the label where you recorded too. You better be handled by a more well-known and good label.”

“Hey, why are you doing this?!”

“I told you that I will give you the best and make you live a good life. You don't have to work. But I still let you do your hobby.”

Nadin's breathing was somewhat hunting in annoyance. But he still held back knowing he couldn't do anything. Fighting will only throw his energy for free, because of course he will lose a landslide against Frans.

“Discover your phone.” Frans stretched out his hand.

Nadin was still holding his phone tightly. “You've taken everything from me. But please don't this one.”

“Create what? Who do you want to call? You still want to drag Axel into trouble again?”

Seeing Nadin still flinch, Frans stepped closer and took the mobile phone from the woman's grasp. Then give a new phone to Nadin.

Soon you will have to go with me to meet someone. Get ready from now on. I'll pick you up in half an hour, ” Frans said, before leaving the room.

Nadin sighed deeply, then leaned back on the sofa. The first thing that pops into his head is about Axel. He knew Axel couldn't stay still, especially after learning that he had suddenly moved house without news. Even now the number will not be contacted.

But at least, Nadin had made Frans promise not to bother Axel in the slightest. Regardless of what Axel will do after this.

Nadin, who had just returned from his daydream, rushed to his feet and thanked him. Then hurried to follow Frans' instructions to prepare.

Frans came to pick up and take Nadin somewhere in his car. On the way, Frans just drove quietly. Nadin waited until he started explaining their current goals. But, finally Nadin relented and chose to speak up first.

“You don't want to brief me before you get to?”

“Necessary. You already know what to do.”

“How can I know if you never told me?”

“Your job is clear, just stay to be my girlfriend.”

Nadin could only exhale loudly. Not wanting to prolong the conversation.

After fifteen minutes passed, they arrived in front of a magnificent house. At least Nadin knows that Frans is trying to cooperate with one of the conglomerates.

One thing that was somewhat surprising, it turned out that Nadin knew who the people they met. A fat old man immediately greeted him happily.

His name was Dwiyatno, a businessman in the hospitality industry. He is very famous for not only having hotels in the country, but rather there are several overseas— and one of them in America.

Dwiyatno also became one of the donors of the scholarship that Nadin received to be able to school in America. They met in the middle of a concert. Even Dwiyatno always came with his wife every time Nadin held a performance. He loved Nadin's voice.

“Gosh! We finally meet again!” exclaim Dwiyatno with great enthusiasm. He pulled Nadin's arm to rush into his house.

Though the face of the man looked unfriendly when he saw Frans at the door of his house. It was as if voicing hatred without a word. However, his expression instantly changed when he realized Nadin was there.

“Honey! Sweetheart! No Nadin!” dwiyatno shouted as he reached the middle room. Before long, his wife appeared in a hurry and immediately rushed towards Nadin.

Dwiyatno and his wife were less fortunate to have no children. Although they have done various ways, but fate is not in favor of both. That's why they seem so happy when they get to know Nadin. For Dwiyatno and his wife, Nadin is the child they crave.

The four people continued the conversation in the dining room. Since arriving, only Nadin was invited to chat by Dwiyatno. Frans' existence seemed to be forgotten just like that. But the man just followed the situation calmly, as if knowing everything would happen like that.

The conversation is very exciting, Nadin much nostalgic when he was still in America. Dwiyatno and his wife also talked about when they came to every concert Nadin.

It's just that, the exciting conversation must end when Dwiyatno has realized the existence of Frans who is at one table with him. “So, why can you two come together?” dwiyatno said with a serious face. Made Nadin convinced that the relationship between the two men who were with him was very bad.

“Frans this is my girlfriend, sir,” said Nadin, with his warm expression as usual. Dwiyatno looked rather surprised. “We also met while in America.”

“Oh..”

“When Frans was planning to come here, I immediately asked to be invited. Because I think my father and mother are still in America. Turns out to be home.”

“You play here often yes. Let me not be lonely if the father is working again,” said wife Dwiyatno.

“Iya, Mom. I will definitely play here again.”

The frozen state was back to melt. They continued to talk until lunch was over. Even so long Frans was just listening. After an hour and a half, Frans decided to go home. He said he would talk about business at a later time, because he did not want to disturb the nostalgia of Nadin and the married couple.

All of that made Nadin aware, about what Frans really wanted. Also about the reason why its existence is so needed.