The Nick's Life
I Need a Hug's
Nick escorted a man out of his coffee shop. The man named Hasan was a client who often used the services of the Ambrossia Hills hotel. Now he helps Nick find a supplier for the needs of his coffee shop. Nick is still in a good relationship with all the clients he has worked with while at the hotel. Through them, Nick managed to get some needs for his shop at a fairly affordable price.
Hasan shook Nick's hand before he got into the car. Nick remained standing in his place until the car that Hasan was driving left him. Then the man went back into the store.
Without Nick realizing it, from earlier someone continued to pay attention to him. From behind the wheel, Amelia kept an eye on Nick's movements. His heart growled at Hasan, who had just walked out of Nick's coffee shop. The man had canceled a partnership with Ambrossia Hills, making the hotel a considerable loss of profit.
Seeing the man's togetherness with Nick, further strengthen his assumption that Nick who had made Hasan canceled his cooperation. In addition to Hasan, there are still some clients who joined to cancel the cooperation. From the results of his surveillance these few days, there were several clients who met with Nick after the cancellation. The woman's anger and hatred for Nick just flared up.
Today, he just got bad news. The board of directors decided to remove him from the position of director. Amelia is considered incompetent to take care of the hotel and was replaced by a choice person who felt more capable. Sakurta couldn't do much to help her son.
Amelia took the phone from her bag. He was determined to avenge Nick's actions. The woman had already devised several plans to make the man's life suffer. Amelia stuck a square flat object to her ear.
“Halo.”
“Come run the plan I talked about yesterday.”
“Siap boss.”
Amelia ended her call. With a sneaky grin, he just kept staring at Nick's tavern that was about to be finished.
“Look at Nick, soon I will see your destruction,” muttered Amelia softly.
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Nick stared in disbelief at his coffee shop building looking spoiled. So much window glass scattered, while in other parts that are still intact there are many graffiti pylox. The man then stepped foot into the shop. According to reports of people on guard, there were some equipment missing.
Seeing Nick's presence, the guard who had reported to Nick rushed over, leaving the workers who were cleaning up the mess. Nick looked at the store, his brain began to calculate how much loss he had experienced.
“Morning pack Nick.”
“Morning pack.”
“Sorry sir. Again I am sorry. It happened while I was praying shajuh in the mosque.”
“How about cctv recording?”
“CCTV in front already vandalized sir. But those in the hidden places are still safe. I've recorded it,” the guard handed a usb to Nick.
“What father will make a report to the police?” ask the guard again.
“Iya sir. I will make a report and submit this evidence. Also come yes.”
“Iya sir.”
The guard immediately followed Nick out of the store. The man will immediately report the incident to the authorities.
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Two glasses of cold drink were placed on the table. Meta then sat down beside Iza. His best friend just came. On this holiday he deliberately visited the residence Meta. He'll call Nick to follow him here. Iza wants to relax at Situ Gintung with Nick.
“Eh actually Arnav said like you?” Iza was curious, her best friend had just told her a little about Arnav.
“Ya not directly anyway. He just said he wanted a chance, that's it. He said he wanted to change for the better.”
“How do you feel?”
“When Nick said he wanted to change because of you, how did you feel?”
“Seneng.”
“Sama, me too. Although I am still not sure how I feel about him, but once I know that I am the trigger to change for the better, I am happy.”
“Hmm. yes too. I doain deh, who knows Arnav is your soul mate. Can be pretty dapet blasteran,” Iza giggled amused.
“Choose rich you don't get a crossbreed,” Meta laughs.
“Padahan I want your soul mate the same bang Ridho.”
“The jutek Bang Ridho. Hiiii.. serem, can die standing me.”
“Hahaha. but bang Ridho is good, soleh, diligent saving and not arrogant.”
“But jutek.”
Iza's laughter also sounded Meta. Iza is indeed intending to match Meta with her brother. But what is the power of the reputation of the brother who is notoriously cold and jutek makes Meta wave the white flag first.
The conversation halted when Iza's phone rang. Seeing the call coming from Nick, the girl immediately answered him. The smile on Iza's face disappeared as soon as she heard what Nick said. After ending her call, the girl immediately said goodbye to Meta.
“I go first yes, Met.”
“Where are you? Said he wanted to play to Situ Gintung.”
“There's a busted Nick's coffee shop. Some of his stuff is also missing.”
“Innalallahi, how can you?”
“Ngga know, Met. I'm going there now. I go first yes, assalamu’alaikum.”
“Waalaikumsalam.”
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Nick keeps an eye on the workers who are cleaning up his shop. His heart was upset that the opening plan of the tavern had to suffer a setback because of this incident. Not to mention he had to re-order the stolen items. The delivery process itself takes up to a week.
Nick's friends immediately came to hear the disaster experienced by his best friend. They gather at one table, talking about the possible mastermind behind this vandalism and theft. Nick came to bring drinks for his four best friends.
“Lo have a police report, Nick?” ask Abe.
“Udah.”
“Ah later report the police. Mending found the culprit himself. Ask Typhoon to find out these people,” Denis tapped on the screen of the phone that was displaying the cctv recording.
“Denis. More cepet ask for Typhoon help,” support Arnav.
“Gue has called him. Just a minute until the child,” said Fahrul.
“What loss lo?” ask Abe.
“About 25 millions.”
“Buset. Reduced savings for marriage capital,” said Arnav.
Nick no doubt laughed at the words of his best friend. Fahrul roared the head of a man who often claimed to be the most handsome man in Jakarta. Denis chose to sip an iced cappucino instead of responding to the words of his best friend.
From the window, Nick sees Iza just getting off his order. He immediately stood up then came out to welcome the arrival of the beautiful girl. The two then entered the store. Iza immediately checked what items were missing. He was quite surprised to know that the stolen items were quite expensive items.
“How much loss is Nick?”
“About 25 million.”
“Yeah, that much. How anyway? Do you still have funds?”
“There is still a little left. Part of me was from savings for our marriage. Is it nothing, baby?”
“Iya nothing. Patient is Nick. In Shaa Allah will be able to change it later.”
“Aamiin.”
Iza looked around again, afraid that there were other items that were lost but missed by Nick. While Nick chose to sit in one of the chairs there while his eyes continued to pay attention to Iza. Lying if he doesn't feel upset, angry or sad. But the presence of the companions as well as Iza slightly reduced the burden on his heart. Iza approached Nick who looked pensive.
“Hmm.”
Nick's breathing felt heavy. Iza knows, even though Nick says he is fine, but still the condition of the man is far from good. So many unpleasant things happened to him when he was struggling to change into a better person.
“Nick.”
Nick raised his head, looking at Iza's pretty face. Highlight his eyes and smile were able to calm Nick's heart. For a moment the two stared at each other without batting an eye.
“I need a hug. (i need a hug),” shriek Nick.
Iza approached then hugged Nick who was still in a sitting position. He put his head over Nick's head. Nick's hand moved to hug Iza's waist, he buried his face in the belly of his lover. Nick's friends were surprised to see the scene in front of him. This is the first time they have seen a couple come into physical contact.
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Rahardi just finished his college session. The man tidied up the books he used to teach, then dropped out of class. The sun was directly above his head as Rahardi walked towards the car park. As he was putting down his bag and his luggage, someone approached him.
“With Mr Rahardi?”
Rahardi pulled his body then looked towards the man who was reprimanding him. Rahardi's forehead was wrinkled to see it. The man wearing a hoodie and a mask to cover his face handed Rahardi a brown envelope.
“This is a package for mr.”
“Sorry, I don't know sir. I'm sorry.”
The man rushed to leave Rahardi. For a moment Rahardi looked at the envelope in his hand, then he opened the car door and went inside. Once again the man looked at the envelope in his hand. Just now he was about to open the envelope when his phone rang. Seeing Faisal's name on the phone screen, Rahardi rushed to answer the call.
“Assalamu’alaikum.”
“Waalaikumsalam, Di.. how about we have lunch together?”
“Bby.. can..want lunch where?”
“I share the location.”
“Ok.”
“Assalamu’alaikum.”
“Waalaikumsalam.”
Rahardi put the phone back in his shirt pocket then immediately started the car engine. The man had forgotten the brown envelope he had received earlier. His mind was only fixed on the Facial who invited him to lunch together. The man looks happy, soon his goal to marry Iza to Shehan will be achieved. Just one more step.
Rahardi's car drove on the streets of the capital. The man continued to drive his car towards the restaurant Faisal had chosen. After several stops at a red light, Rahardi finally arrived at his destination. At the same time, Faisal's car had just entered the restaurant area.
Faisal parked the vehicle near Rahardi's car. Not long after the man came down. The two soon entered the restaurant. A waiter immediately escorted her to the pre-ordered table. After taking down their orders, the waiter left the table.
“How are you?”
“Alhamdulillah good. How's Shehan?”
“He's good, alhamdulillah.”
“Thank God that my man-to-be is fine.”
Faisal laughed at his friend's words. The two men had indeed agreed to match Iza with Shehan. Moreover, it turns out that Shehan did put his heart on Iza. That certainly makes Rahardi happy.
“Begini, In. Honestly, I'd like to ask if Iza agrees to this matchmaking.”
“You know that Iza is a good boy. He never denied his parents' wishes, you don't have to worry.”
“But he agrees right?”
“Of course.”
“Then, when can I apply for Iza for Shehan?”
“At the moment Iza is concentrating with her semester-end exams. How about next month only.”
Rahardi deliberately postponed the proposal until next month. He would use that time to persuade or rather force Iza to agree to this matchmaking.
“Ok, next month I'll propose to Iza. Shehan must be happy to hear it.”
“Not just Shehan, Iza also must be happy.”
Faisal laughed happily. Since the first meeting with Iza, he had liked his friend's youngest child. Rahardi was no less happy, finally he was able to get a daughter-in-law who fit his criteria.
The waiter came to deliver their food order. As they continued to talk, the two began to enjoy lunch. They started talking about their children's marriage plans. Sometimes they heard their laughter, when they imagined their two children giving adorable grandchildren.
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As the afternoon progressed, the sky began to darken. It looks like it's going to rain soon. Rahardi still lives in his personal library. His brain thought hard how to separate Iza from Nick. Moreover, he only had one month, as promised to Faisal.
Rahardi leaned his back and head against the back of the swivel chair he was sitting on. For a moment the man closed his eyes while massaging his temple slowly. When his eyes opened, his gaze was immediately fixed on the brown envelope that someone had given him.
Rahardi's arm stretched out to pick up the envelope. He examined the envelope in his hand there was no sender's name there, only his name was listed. The man then opened the envelope and took out the contents. Rahardi's eyes widened to see some photos in his hands.
Looked at the face of the man in the photo. It was Nick, he was sleeping with a woman he didn't know. Rahardi was quite furious to see the picture.
“Nick. We see, what Iza comments if she sees this photo.”
Rahardi looked back at the photo sheet by sheet in his hand. Some of Nick's poses lying in bed with a woman were taken from several angles. Their bodies were only wrapped in thin blankets, and the positions of the two looked so intimate.
Although upset, but it cannot be denied that Rahardi was quite happy too. Finally he has a powerful weapon to separate Iza from Nick. The evidence in his hands was already strong enough to make Iza leave the man. Rahardi rushed out of the library. He descended the stairs quickly then sat in the living room, waiting for his daughter's return.
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Iza had just entered the house when Rahardi called her. He patted the empty space next to him, asking the child to sit next to him. Iza complied with the father's request without suspecting a bit.
“How's Nick?”
“Alhamdulillah well, bi,” Iza was quite surprised Rahardi asked Nick's situation.
“How about the coffee shop?”
“So far good. But there were a bit of obstacles today, so maybe the opening is a little backwards from the schedule.”
“Iza. view abi, nak.”
Rahardi held both of his sons shoulders. Iza was further confused by the man's attitude. Rahardi doesn't usually speak softly when it comes to Nick. Her heart wondered if the father had approved of the relationship.
“Abi loves you very much. Abi wants the best as your companion. All that Abi did was for you, for your future and your happiness. For the last time abi asked, are you sure you will spend your whole life together with Nick?”
“Abi knows very well what my answer is. Why did abi ask again.”
“Walau after seeing this?”
Rahardi removed his grip on Iza's shoulder, then gave the brown envelope to her son. Iza looked suspiciously at the envelope. Rahardi moved his head, asked the boy to open it. Slowly Iza opened the envelope and took out the contents inside.
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**Kira² how did Iza🤔 react
Rahardi's plan succeeded no ya🤔
For those who want to know the appearance of Rahardi, the visual is**.