Playing With Fire
The Part 10

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3 Days later.

Elica looks still asleep in her bed, even though the day has shown at 12 noon. But he also did not move a bit from his bed. Remembering today he also did not go to college because he was not feeling well, but 15 minutes ago Leo suddenly called her and invited her to lunch together, saying there was something she wanted to ask Elica.

So Elica had to rush to Bagun from his sleep.

Even Elica did not eat breakfast this morning, because she asked that her food be brought to her room. But it seems like her mother is also not paying attention to it, probably because her mother is also busy taking care of her marriage.

30 Minutes passed, Elica was already different from before. He was neat by using a t-shirt combined with a knit sweater colored peach and jeans that fit his legs level. Not to forget he used a small sling bag and his hair was just parsed.

Then he went in Alex's car to get to where he met Leo.

Before long Elica had arrived at a fancy restaurant that had been ordered by Leo. He entered the restaurant, and there was a waiter who went straight to Elica.

"Excuse me miss, have you made a reservation before?"

Ask the waiter politely.

"Yet. But my friend is like her who's done it."

"Fine miss. In whose name?"

"Leo"

"Oh well, let me drop you off. It's on table number 23"

Elica answered with just a nod of the head.

He was a little surprised, why Leo invited him to a fancy restaurant like this, even for lunch only had to make a reservation. Very inconvenient.

Elica arrived at the table that Leo had ordered. And Leo was seen smiling with the arrival of Elica.

"You've come, sit down" said Leo

"I'm sorry it's too late" replied Elica then sat down

"It's okay, I haven't been there long either. And I also ordered us to eat. Take it easy, the food here is all delicious. It's okay, right?"

"Yes. Why should I be at this restaurant?"

"Why?" Ask Leo back

"I mean, just for lunch isn't this an exaggeration. You even have to make a reservation first"

"No problem. I eat here often. Even to invite special women is not bad" said Leo.

"meaning?"

Leo smiled at the question of Elica who did not understand her speech just now.

"Don't forget it. By the way you didn't go to college?"

"I'm not in, I'm not feeling well"

"Should we go to the doctor after this to check on him?"

"no need. I just need a break"

"Okay"

Their food arrived. They immediately ate the dish. Elica seemed to focus on her food, no wonder because from morning she had not eaten a bit.

While Leo was seen occasionally glancing at Elica and then secretly smiling.

"Oh yeah, what exactly did you ask me to meet you here?" Ask Elica

"Ah that I forgot to say. So my club is having a party this week. Some kind of anniversary party, I was hoping you could come. Do you want to, Elica?"

Hearing that Elica seemed to think, she remembered that this Sunday her mother would also have a wedding.

"I don't go to the club very often. Next week I have an event. Looks like I can't come. Sorry"

"That's so. It's okay Elica. Maybe next time"

"Yes" Elica answered her with a forced smile, because there was a bad feeling to refuse Leo's invitation.

They both returned to eating their food.

When Elica was staring around the restaurant room that was so luxurious, suddenly her eyes saw someone who was very familiar. It was Alex with some of his business associates, so he was very surprised. Leo also realized the shock of Elica, then followed to look at the person who is now being seen by Elica.

"That's Mr. Alex, he's here too" Leo said.

"You know her?" Ask Elica.

"yeah. He comes to the Club a lot, and he includes my VIP guests at the Club. You know her too?"

"No, just his face remembering me to someone"

"Who?"

"not nobody. Does he belong to a guy who always plays with a lot of women?"

"If men come to the Club there are only two reasons Elica. Pleasure and certainly women."

"That's it"

"Did that disappoint you?"

"No. What reason am I disappointed in him"

"That's how. He is a handsome and successful man. No wonder so many women are chasing her. But I heard he's getting married in the near future. You're not interested in her, are you?" Ask Leo

"Don't be crazy, how could I be interested in a guy like him"

"Is it because you already have a boyfriend?"

"No."

"Thank God if that's the sign that I can get close to you, right"

"Leo is exactly what you want to talk about. I think all this seems to be just a mode of yours" asked Elica without further ado

Leo laughed at Elica's words.

"Well, you're very attractive to Elica. I love a woman who's always to the point like you" now Elica is laughing at Leo's words.

Elica looked back at Alex, while Alex was unaware of Elica's presence in this restaurant. Because Alex seems to be very focused on talking to the people who are with him.

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In the afternoon, Elica arrived home. After meeting Leo he decided to go home and rest. Feeling if his body is very weak.

Before long she was lying on her bed, her phone rang, and it was seen that Bryan was calling her

"Hello" said Elica

"(Hello, Elica. What are you doing?)" Ask Bryan across the street

"I'm sleeping. What's up Bryan?"

"(I want to take you out, do you want to?)"

"Sorry Bryan, I'm not feeling well."

"(You are sick? Is it okay if I'm the only one there to see you?)"

"Well if you want to come here, I'll send you the address of the house"

"(Well Elica, see you)"

"Yes Bryan"

They disconnect the call, and Elica rushes to take a shower.

After a while, Elica looked fresher, and waited for Bryan to arrive.

Elica rushed down and met Bryan.

Elica opened the door after several times the bell was pressed by Bryan.

"Hi Elica" said Bryan as Elica opened the door.

"You've come, please come in"

"okay"

"Sit down Bryan, I'll get you a drink"

Bryan nodded, and Elica left Bryan in the living room. Before long Elica also brought a drink for Bryan.

"Please drink Bryan"

"Thank you, Elica. Your stepfather's house turned out to be very big Elica" said Bryan who managed to make Elica smile.

"It's no wonder my mother would marry that man"

"Have she and your mother not come home yet?"

"Yet. They are busy taking care of their wedding. You bring what Bryan is?"

"Oh yes. This is the porridge and soup my mother made for you. He also leaves greetings for you" Bryan said as he handed over the food he brought.

"Geez, this must be very troublesome. Thanks Bryan. Say thank you to my mom too"

"No need to worry about Elica. I'll deliver it"

They both talked coolly. Without realizing it there is the arrival of Alex and Hilda who have entered the house.

Alex looks unhappy with the arrival of Alex when he enters the living room and finds Elica and a man together.

"Bryan" said Hilda

"Hi aunt, long time no see" said Bryan

"Geez I didn't think it was you. When did you get back here?"

"It was almost a month ago aunt."

"Why Elica didn't say it. How's your mom doing, Bryan?"

"He's a good aunt"

"Thank you."

"Who is he, baby?" Ask Alex suddenly.

"Oh yeah I forgot to introduce her. Alex is Bryan, he's Elica's neighbor and best friend from childhood. And Bryan, meet Alex. Aunty husband candidate" said Hilda.

"It's nice to meet you, Mr. Alex" said Bryan extending his hand to Alex. But Alex still stared at Bryan sharply then returned the hand.

"Why are you guys coming home so soon?" Tanya Elica broke the silence.

"Mom and Alex went home early. Because the waiter said I haven't had breakfast this morning and you're sick. So mom is very worried about you, baby." Hilda

"Tumben once attention" ketus Elica

"You're Elica. Bryan what if you come to dinner here. Auntie's gonna make you all some special food"

"Alright aunt"

"Then, Elica, you're with Bryan first. Mommy and Alex are gonna take a shower first. We eat together"

"Yes"

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The atmosphere of the dining table is very warm, Hilda and Bryan look cool asking family to each other. While Alex and Elica look not too happy with the atmosphere like this.

"Why don't you eat Mommy's food, Elica?"

"Bryan's mother brought me porridge. So I'll just eat this porridge" said Elica, who made Hilda's face disappointed.

"Feel aunty so good." Said Bryan trying to make the atmosphere not awkward.

"Thank you Bryan. Come here often. This week, my aunt is going to have a wedding with Alex. You'll come later"

"Good aunt. Pray also that I and Elica can catch up" Bryan replied and managed to make Hilda laugh.

"Yes, aunty will pray about it"

"What do you mean, Elica's still in college. He cannot get married fast. " Tanya Alex suddenly felt displeased by Bryan and Hilda's words

"But as far as I know, Elica's college is about to finish" Bryan replied

"So you think after her college is over she can get married? Elica's future is long. He also had to enjoy his world first. So don't think you can marry Elica" Alex said, which made Hilda a little surprised by her remarks.

"Dear you are why? Bryan was just kidding" Hilda said, trying to calm Alex down

"Elica is my dear child. And in the future I hope Elica has to focus first on her future"

"Enough. What right do you have to talk about my future in front of me. And you, you're just my stepfather. Don't think you can curb me. Because my real father never did. Anyway what Bryan said could also be possible, someday I'll marry Bryan." Said Elica who couldn't stand it while pointing at Alex.

While Alex stared at Elica sharply and saw her jaw hardened sign she was already provoked by the emotion of what Elica said.

"Alright I think this conversation has gone far beyond the limit. Then I'll take it now" Bryan said

"Why did Bryan come home so quickly. You haven't finished your meal"

"It's okay, aunt. I also have to meet someone after this. I'll go home first. Thanks for dinner"

"Let me take you in front of Bryan" said Elica, and Bryan nodded.

After Bryan, Elica went straight to her room. Leaving the dining room that left her mother and Alex.

Two hours later, Elica is about to go to sleep. But suddenly his phone rang and signaled there was an incoming message. Elica opens the message that turns out to be from Alex.

(To my room now)

Write Alex a message to get Elica to come to her room. Without thinking, Elica rushed to Alex's room next to her.

Elica knocks on Alex's door, before long it opens. And Alex lets Elica in. This was the first time Elica had entered Alex's room. Room that looks elegant and neat. Gray wall paint shows a calm atmosphere. And do not forget the masculine scent typical of Alex's body that has been recognized by Elica, out in the room.

"What did I call you?" Ask Elica

"Sway Bryan. I don't like you being close to her"

Alex answered straight to the core.

Elica looks to be breathing out.

"Stop interfering in my life Alex"

"You belong to me, Elica. So listen to what I say"

Elica smiled cynically.

"I don't belong to anyone. Especially if you have a con man like you. I don't want to"

"Why do you always say I'm Elica's con? Is everything I give not enough? You just need to bless my relationship with your mother. And whatever you ask I'll give you"

"Are you amnesiac? You said you'd call off the wedding yourself"

"Don't I already say it, if I can't undo it, Elica"

"You're selfish Alex. How dare you take advantage of me. After what you've taken" said Elica began to emotionally.

"I told you Elica. Be my woman, then you don't have to live a life of grudge like this. Anyway are you sure about Bryan, if he knows you've been sleeping. Do you think she still wants to be with you?"

Plakkc..

Elica was already unable to hold back her final anger slapped hard on Alex's cheek, causing a red mark on Alex's face .

TBC.