
"What happens next?" ask Laras when he sees William stop the story.
"After that, Daddy and Mommy pick up Uncle Nikolai at the airport. Who would have thought, it turns out that Uncle Nikolai was attacked and both of my parents were targeted by a gunshot." William continued his story.
The barrel covered his mouth with both hands. She did not believe that her in-laws died under circumstances that were not expected to happen. Back then, it must have been a mess for the Plowden family. Plus, Uncle Nikolai must have felt terribly guilty to William.
"I, who was already devastated by the loss of my beloved wife coupled with the news brought by Uncle Nikolai, made me even more unwilling to live in this world again. I'm completely devastated and feel alone in this world." William stopped his story, looked at Laras and smiled, saying that he was fine.
"In fact, I don't know when my parents' funerals are. Luckily, Uncle Nikolai was next to me and Rama took care of the company. The circumstances of that time are very precarious as well as with the company. Plus I'm the one who's been like crazy."
Barrel carried William's hand to his stomach and smiled. William looked at Laras and smiled. He understood the meaning of the wife's current actions.
"I can rise because there are three of them. And so are our friends, honey. Without them maybe I wouldn't have gotten to this point."
"You did your best, Will. I'm sorry I had to go and see you for so long. There's a special reason I have to disappear."
William stroked the hair Gently. He understood his wife's attitude. No one understands Baras better than William. In fact, between Yuki and William who were very close to Laras, the man understood Laras better.
It made William and Laras equally comfortable. Until a feeling of love was present enveloped the hearts of both. A red thread wrapped around his second finger. The God and Goddess of romance had shot out her arrows.
"Then, what made you disappear?" ask William.
"That time …."
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"Young lady, what is this?" ask Josh Daniel's personal assistant.
"My letter of appreciation to William. Make sure William himself receives it," orders Laras.
"Miss, my wife Lea has just arrived. Can I pick him up first?" permit. Joshs.
"No problem."
After that Laras leaves Josh for his room on the second floor. On the steps she meets Emily, her step-sister. Looks like Emily's messy appearance typical of waking people.
"Lily, where are you going?" ask Laras.
"Meet Daddy, sister," Emily replied in a hoarse voice typical of people waking up.
"Daddy's in his study. Brother just got out of there."
"Thank you, Brother." Emily slid straight into Daniel Arlington's study.
One week later after Laras told Josh to deliver his divorce papers with William. The woman was getting busy with her business. Wherever Daniel went, Laras would be by his side. In fact, he already had his own personal assistant as well as bodyguard.
"Son, he is Lea who will be your personal assistant and bodyguard. She's Josh's wife." Daniel introduces Lea to Laras.
"Hello Lea, greetings. Oya, where's your son?" ask Laras.
"He's sleeping, Miss. You can see it when you wake up" Lea replied.
"alright. Dad, are we going to Giovanni's party?" ask Laras when he remembers his purpose to the Father's room.
"Can you replace Dad? I also have a schedule to meet with the president" Daniel asked, explaining why he could not attend.
"Lea is not enough. I'll send some of our silent guards. Aite and Lea will be next to you later."
"Dad set the best. Laras will be ready first, incidentally Emily took to the salon as well," said Laras while asking for permission.
"Pamper yourself." Daniel gave his permission.
As Laras walked out of Daniel's room, Leah followed her young Miss from behind. As the two of them had already arrived at the second-floor corridor, Laras stopped his footsteps.
"Lea, who's Mr Giovanni?" tanya Laras looked at her personal assistant.
Lea picks up her tab and begins to search for information about Giovanni's family, which has been recorded in the Arlington family's secret archives.
"The Giovanni family is the third conglomerate family after the Arlington and Plowden families in LA. The leader of Giovanni's family was the head of the Italian mafia. They had an heir named Rizzo Giovanni. Rizzo, just like Mr. Daniel at 17 years old, he has jumped into battle" Lea said.
"It looks like Rizzo can't be invited to be friends well," murmured Laras who could still be heard by his personal assistant.
"Yes, Miss. He's also known as the tyrant of obsession."
"Wow, the nickname alone is scary. I better stay away from this guy named Rizzo later."
"The problem is Miss, Mr. Giovanni is throwing a party for the celebration of the new leader of the Giovanni family. In addition, according to the information I got, the party was also the inauguration of Mr. Rizzo Giovanni to be the leader of the Giovanni mafia." explained Lea again.
"Aish, then I'm the unlucky one. Hope you don't meet him. Just say congratulations and after that we enjoy the party."
"Good, Miss."
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The time for Giovanni's family party has come. Laras, Aite and Lea had just entered the mansion. The party that was held was so luxurious and elegant. Many artists, businessmen and officials were present. When he saw the presence of Laras, some who knew him immediately approached. They engage in pleasant conversations about business.
Some of Arlington's colleagues asked Daniel to Laras. As Laras had heard, the father was meeting with the president. Barrel suddenly felt an aura of intimidation from his right side. At first he ignored it until the aura was felt and made Laras uncomfortable.
Lea who was aware of the code from her young Miss immediately approached. "What's up, Miss?" lea asked in a whisper.
"Observe my side and right. I feel an aura of intimidation from someone," Laras ordered in a whisper as well.
Lea immediately retreated a few steps forward after getting an order from the Miss. Laras again greeted some acquaintances of Daniel and himself. Until he felt a vibration on his phone screen. A notification of incoming messages received.
(All is safely under control, miss. But, we are on standby in case something happens.)
Such was the message received by Laras from Leah. The woman in a gold mermaid model dress let out a long sigh. Without realizing it, someone turned his sweet smile to the woman.
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