Rihhane Of Story's
Accepting the Challenge

"Who is he?" Brand asked while showing Rihan some photos.

Rihan stared at the photos Brand had placed in front of him and frowned at Brand.

"I accidentally saw Alex drop some files and this photo also fell. What happened while you were abroad?" Tanya Brand was curious. Brand sat down in front of Rihan. Both are currently in Rihan's workspace.

"Catherine Leonardo." Answer Rihan flat.

"He's..."

"As you might think," Cut Rihan and continue his pending work.

"Truly unexpected," Brand shook his head in disbelief.

"Hm."

"Where is he now?" Brand asked while staring at the photo in his hand.

"Eitherway. That woman never lived long somewhere. Maybe he'll be here soon."

"really? I wonder what he's up to,"

"Hm."

"Isn't Miara Group a project with R.A Group? Why is my sister home?"

"I was being lazy to argue with Neo, so only Dom came there."

"Oh, yeah. But I'm curious about one thing!" Rihan looked at Brand who was busy with his phone.

"What?"

"As long as you live here, you love to stare at old cell phones, but you don't do anything. It's like a brother waiting for someone to call or text."

"Eh... Did you notice me?" Brand asked and scratched his temple in embarrassment.

"Not really. It's just..."

"I was waiting for a message from someone" Trim Brand and look back at his phone. Rihan just stared at Brand with his eyebrows raised.

"I'll be honest with you! My company developed a game that's been pretty famous for a few years. Whether you know it or not, but..."

"So he's waiting for a message from me?" Inner Rihan guessed where Brand was going.

"Some time ago, there was a new player that caught my attention. He had only played a few hours, but had already beaten other players who were ranked in the top 10 this few years.

Being so curious about him, I sent him a message to challenge him to play. Unfortunately he only read my messages and did not reply to me. At least reply yes or no so I don't wait" complained Brand at the end of the story.

"Why is big brother so eager to challenge him?" Rihan asked after putting the pen he was wearing on the table, then looked at Brand seriously.

"Eitherway. To me he's interesting. If possible, I'd like to be friends with him."

"I understand. What if he refuses?" Rihan asked and drank a glass of water beside him.

"That means he and I are not a match," Reply Brand and shrug his shoulders indifferently.

"One more thing I want to ask," Rihan looked back at Brand seriously.

"I'll answer while I can."

"Why does Brand want to build a resort near the river?"

"That's not really my wish. The construction was just a decoy" Brand replied and chuckled.

"Feeds? It seems I know who the bait is for, " Guess Rihan and grin at Brand.

"I'm not sure of your answer. But, if you guessed it right, you were indeed great."

"If my guess is correct, Brand must tell me in detail."

"Yes, I promise."

"Obviously that development is not for Brother Neo... But for Elle."

"You..." Brand doesn't know what to say because Rihan's guess is right.

"I'm waiting for your story, brother."

"I'll tell you, but not now. Wait for the right time."

"good. I'll wait,"

***

Rihan is still in his study until 2 p.m. Brand himself has gone somewhere. Rihan is reading the results of the shadow bodyguards' investigation into Ariana's condition.

It says, Ariana suffered complete paralysis. The nerves of his leg that were hit could no longer function properly. Doctors recommend amputation to avoid damage to other nerves. And also, if Ariana wanted to, they would probably replace it with a prosthetic leg. Unfortunately, the girl did not want to be amputated. He still urged his parents to find a doctor who could heal his legs.

After reading that, then open the next sheet which is a scan of Ariana's leg that was shot, Rihan slightly nodded confirming the results of the scan and diagnosis of the doctor who treated Ariana. But for Rihan, there is still a few percent chance of Ariana recovering from her paralysis.

After that, Rihan took his cell phone intending to call Doctor Galant to ask Beatrix about her condition, but was stopped because he saw Alex coming to his room.

"What's wrong?"

"Suamuel wants to see you, sir. He's already downstairs. I think the fox's father thought it was you who spread the news of his beloved son's paralysis."

"Hm. Comeondown!"

"Good, Sir. Please,"

Up below, precisely the living room, seen Samuel Samantha, Ariana's father was sitting with a worried face.

"Sorry for interrupting your time, Young Master. You must know what I've come here for" said Mr. Samuel when he saw Rihan's arrival.

"Tell me what you want" Rihan replied after sitting on the sofa in front of Mr. Samuel.

"I'm sorry on behalf of my daughter, Young Master. Sorry for the violent acts he committed on the girl. And also my arrival here, want to ask you to remove the news that has been circulating, sir.

Angel was shocked by the news. He was currently completely frustrated due to his paralysis. Plus the news, made his condition weaken. My father was worried about him. So I beg Young Master, please erase the news.

I've tried to shut down the media so that the news doesn't spread, but I can't. My power is not enough to keep the news from spreading. I promise I'll keep Angel from bothering you anymore." Obviously Mr. Samuel's on a wide display.

"Why do you think I did that? You got any proof?" Ask Rihan to relax.

"I have no proof, sir. But so far, Angel has only made trouble with you. So, I think you're the one who made the news spread."

"Why do I have to wait a few days to spread the word, if I myself can put your child in jail for kidnapping, illegal weapons use, and murder plans." Rihan casually drank the drink the waiter had just delivered.

"Did I forget to tell you, that Ariana's paralysis is a small warning from me?" Rihan asked after laying a glass containing only half that leftover drink.

"I'm sorry for accusing you, Young Master. I'm sorry for that. Can I ask you?" Sir Samuel spoke with fear because he had falsely accused.

"Please."

"Do you know who spread the news? Please tell me if you know, sir."

"It's easy to find the guy. You can ask your child who will benefit from this news. He will definitely find the answer. I think this talk is enough, because I'm busy." Rihan without permission stood up and returned to his study.

Mr. Samuel just stared at the departure of Rihan who entered the elevator with a face full of confusion. He kept thinking, who would roughly feel benefited from this news. Unfortunately, Samuel did not find the man. Priq the middle-aged lung stood up after seeing Alen's arrival. Rihan's assistant then escorted Mr. Samuel to the exit.

***

A few days later Beatrix was declared cured and could return to activities as usual. Ariana who heard the news was angry half to death. Ariana thinks Beatrix will die from those two shots.

"Damn... Is he still alive? One shot left me paralyzed. But he... two shots and still alive? You're really lucky j****g. Just look! when my foot heals, I'll make you suffer more than just two shots." Anger Ariana and ruffled the blanket used.

"Alright, Honey. Save your energy for later. Now we just need to think of a plan to avenge Julian Antarik's son. How dare he spread the news. Papa will pay people to teach him a lesson." Mr. Samuel tried to cheer up by gently rubbing Ariana's hair.

"Angel will wait for the good news, Pa. And also... when will papa find a doctor for Angel's legs? Angel doesn't want to know, anyway Angel's legs have to go back to normal." Whine Ariana to the papa.

"Just calm down, honey. Papa has sent people to find great doctors abroad. Now focus first on your other minor injuries." Samuel smiled at his beloved son.

"Good, Pa."

...

"Where's my laptop?" Rihan asked Alen.

"I keep it, Sir. I'll get it."

"Hm."

"You want to do something with this?" Alen asked after putting the laptop in front of Rihan.

"Hm." Deheman Rihan and opened the apple-branded laptop and opened an app.

"You want to accept Mr Brand's challenge?" Alen asked because he saw Rihan open the game app and enter the chat room.

"Hawning it will definitely be fun" Rihan replied and began typing a message on Brand.

"It turns out you like to make other people upset." Alen's comments then shook his head. His eyes faithfully stared at Rihan's hand movements on top of the keyboard.

***

Across there, precisely the company building with the name Miara Group, Brand with a big smile staring at his phone which one minute ago there was an incoming notification from The Devil.

"Is there any good news, boss?" Dom asked who had just entered and saw the boss' happy face.

"The Devil accepted my challenge. Today he also invited me to play. Prepare laptop! Remember not to bother me during the game," Brand replied still maintaining his smile.

"But, the pile of files you have to check is a lot, boss." Dom commented while glancing at the file scattered on Brand's desk.

"You're the one who checked. Don't bother me. Get my laptop!"

"I'm sure you think The Devil is a girl so you want to be friends with him. Your intentions are read, Boss..." Dom muttered softly while tidying up the files on Brand's desk.

"You better get out! Don't bother me. Bring all those files, too,"