The Cold Wife
IYD 19'S

Sabrina bit her index finger tips out of nervousness. He is currently standing in front of the Arez apartment. Wanted to discuss Arez's offer last night. After all they both need each other, even their cases are the same. Running from her parents' match. Sabrina had also thought through everything carefully.

With a trembling Sabrina pressed down on the bell several times. Until the sound of the door opened made him jerk backwards. Arez was now standing in the doorway with both hands folded over his chest. He is also well-groomed in an office suit.

"Are my guesses right, miss? You agreed to marry me huh?"

Sabrina lowered her head with her fingers adrift. He was nervous and confused where to start.

Arez continued to look at him full of probes. "You only have five minutes to talk" Arez said, looking at the clock in his hand. Sabrina immediately looked up.

"We're talking here?" Sabrina asked as she watched her surroundings.

Arez screeched in annoyance, then shifted his body to give way to the girl. Sabrina immediately understood and went inside without hesitation or suspicion Arez was setting her up.

"Basic sloppy." Arez closed the door and followed the girl.

Sabrina was amazed when she saw the contents of the Arez apartment that was much more luxurious than hers.

"Your time is only three minutes."

Sabrina who heard that immediately turned to face Arez. "I just came in and spent two minutes? It seems you're being time corrupt, sir."

"Speak."

Sabrina clucked in annoyance. "Okay, I accepted your offer."

"I guessed it."

"But I have conditions." Sabrina said quickly. Arez did not ask or respond at all. And that made Sabrina even more nervous mixed in confusion.

"We're just marrying a contract." The impact is no less fast than before.

"You want to bargain with me?" Tanya Arez flat.

"No, you said the wedding was only one year. Then I'll be free." Sabrina looked up at Arez.

"So you broke your principles, Miss Roberto?"

"Yes, I had to."

"But baby, there was never a contract marriage. If you want to get married, get married." Arez said in a relaxed tone.

Sabrina who heard that instantly flashed a hostile look at the man before her.

"If I mind, I can find another girl." Typhoon Arez folded his hands back to his chest. Sabrina started to panic when she heard that.

Not if he's looking for another woman. Then what about me? I don't want to marry that old man. And I can't possibly find another man. I don't even have a boy friend.

Arez gave a slanted smile as he looked at the girl looking panicked.

"All right, I agree. When are we gonna get a manic?"

"You're so impatient, honey. Take it easy, you still have plenty of time to kill me. I'll give you plenty of chances." Arez answered off the question the girl asked.

Sabrina clenched both her hands. "I'm not a murderer, stop accusing me."

"Your time is up, please get out of here." Remove Arez lightly.

Goddamn bum! If it wasn't for that match, don't expect me to come here. Embarrassing.

Unable to move, Arez immediately pulled the girl out. Then close the door violently.

"Damn it! You don't have to kick me out. I hate you, really." Sabrina shouted at the door in annoyance. But suddenly the door opened again and managed to make him surprised.

What's he gonna do? Killed me?

"I'll call you when that day comes." Said Arez who then closed the door again. Sabrina's mouth gaped as she looked at the man's behavior.

"Oh my God, do I really have to marry an authoritarian man like him? Why don't you just send a romantic guy to me, God? Not the north pole guy like him. Why is my life this sadistic?" With a sense of annoyance Sabrina left the place. This morning he also had to go to class.

****

"Still with that matchmaking?" Deena Imbuh. Sabrina looked at Deena, then nodded slowly.

"Do you remember Alfarez? The guy I kissed last time? What do we see in the gallery?" Sabrina asked as she picked up the tray and filled it with the food she wanted. Then he sat down at one of the cafeteria tables.

"Yes, what's wrong with him? Is he bothering you again?" Deena sat in front of Sabrina.

"No, but we've made a deal to get married." Sabrina replied in a weak tone.

"What?" Pekik Deena was surprised by the expression of her best friend. "How come, Sab? You know they're not easy people, you have to be mentally prepared for connecting with the influential people in this country."

"I know, but there's no choice, De. We are equally caught in an unwanted match. Well, he and I are just taking advantage of each other. No need to worry, I think everything's gonna be okay, okay."

Deena was grieving when she heard Sabrina's utterances that made no sense at all. "What if you were stuck with each other, suppose you were in love with her, or vice versa?"

Sabrina was silent for a moment. "That's a back business, De. I don't think there will be any love between us, you know for yourself every time we meet. He was always so clumsy and annoying. I hate cold, authoritarian men the most." He said with complete conviction.

"You sure, Sab? Didn't you say that love and hate are tied to each other. You will continue to be together in a time we do not know until when. Love can be present without you knowing." Deena protests still disagree with the thoughts of her best friend.

"Of course, if indeed we love each other then just run the wedding it should. We live together, have children and age together. Easy right?" Sabrina said lightly.

"Ugh, it's up to you, Sab. Be careful with their families. You have to face three brothers who have different characters. Especially Alexella, she's not an easy person to make friends with."

"Hm. I've been thinking about that." Sabrina sucked her drink. "Oh yes, tomorrow after tomorrow there is a painting exhibition in the city center. Would you like to come with me again? I heard that all the famous artists will participate in the contest. It was also pretty fantastic. I can't wait to see their work, especially Mr. A." Imbabya with a sparkling look.

"Byeah, I'm curious too. You're not participating? How do you know someone glanced at your work." Sahut Deena has high hopes for Sabrina.

"But I haven't prepared anything yet, look at his condition first. You can try it too, who knows I can be included in the nomination of the favorite painter. Or get in the top three." Sabrina laughed after saying that.

"You're this. But you've been thinking about the theme, haven't you?" Deena asked looking at Sabrina seriously.

"Already, if the subject of the theme of my head is always filled with it. I have a lot to pour, otherwise my head will break, De." Sabrina answered so excitedly.

"Good, I will always support your success, Sab."

"Hm, you're my best friend, De. Love you." - Love you."

"Love you to, bring it." Sabrina chuckled amusedly at the ledge of her friend. Then the two immediately devoured food that was almost cold.

In a different place, more precisely in a large automotive company. Arez walked definitely towards the special room. This afternoon he held an important meeting to discuss the latest car launch plans.

"Have all the ambassadors been contacted?" Ask Ansel.

"Here you go, sir."

"Make them come here, in five minutes we will start the meeting immediately. Because I have other business" said Arez who then sat in his great chair. Ansel immediately contacted his staff.

A few minutes later the meeting began, all the chiefs of staff and other staff had gathered there. Includes selected models. Arez was shocked when Clara was included in the row of models. Even the girl became the main model in the product launch this time. Not only Arez, Ansel the Big Brother was shocked because his sister participated this time. Of course Ansel knew about the match.

Is this Mommy's plan? Cih, so you guys still want to continue this matchmaking? Let's see where you can play me. Thought Arez

God, why does he keep glancing at me? Is he angry because I took this position? Xella, you have to take responsibility if your brother scolds me. Clara thought as she watched Arez continue to watch her with a cold look. Make his body freeze.

The meeting lasted for more than an hour, Arez already explained in detail about the launching event this time. One by one they started to leave the room.

"Clara, I want to talk to you."

Clara who was about to get up from her position also abandoned her intentions and returned to her original position. Ansel who understood that immediately locked the door and stood right at Arez's side.

"Mommy asked you to come here?" Ask Arez to the point. Clara flinched and immediately shook her head.

"I want to be the ambassador of this company. This is my chance to be famous. Sorry if my presence made you misunderstand." Clara tried to stay relaxed. He also had time to glance at the same brother Sakali gave no expression. Ansel is very professional in terms of work, he will not be concerned about personal and work problems.

"I hope you didn't plan anything, you know who I am, right? If I say no, then the decision is still not." Arez got up from his position and immediately left the room.

Ansel glanced at the younger brother, then caught up with his superior. Clara let out a long sigh, her heart racing with fear.

"Huh, be patient Cla. Whatever happens, it's your choice." His word. He then left the place with mixed feelings.