Kinara sat opposite her father who was still busy reading a book in the lounge on the side of the house and opposite a swimming pool without a roof above it. A book by a great author about the stories of world-class entrepreneurs. Even though he has become a successful entrepreneur Bram is not satisfied peeking at the tips of his predecessors. In the past more difficult and not as modern as today, these great entrepreneurs were able to build a mighty business empire, even still running until the millennial generation. That's what makes Bram always amazed at them.
"Dad still like them?" Kinara asked Bram to at least start to see her presence.
Bram immediately lowered the book, then looked at the princess who was already sitting in another chair. A wooden chair that has a low back, almost parallel to the part used to sit.
Bram smiled. "You are already here, Kinara? Ah, yes, your question is correct. I still follow the stories of some old businessmen. You should be reading this book, you can follow their tips," he explained.
"Even without following their story, Kinara is already great, Dad!" Abimana's voice suddenly sounded. Which of course immediately made Bram and Kinara surprised, although the shock was not to a severe level. "He is more powerful than those predecessors," he continued as he pulled one of the chairs. He sat down. His position was very close to Kinara and was limited by a small round table from where Bram was.
Not long after, Abimana took the initiative to put his arm around Kinara's shoulder. Unfortunately, however, his plan failed. Because Kinara suddenly leaned forward and ducked while still sitting. The woman seemed to want to fix shoelaces, but Abimana knew right away that Kinara's attitude was just a way to avoid the touch he gave. After all, the shoes that Kinara wears are high heels with no laces at all. And to dispel his embarrassment, Abimana deliberately cleared his throat and rubbed the edge of the chair that Kinara was sitting on.
"What about the merger you guys are planning? If it happens, I'm sure our company will get bigger! We can surpass the sultans!" said Bram enthusiastically. He was always ambitious to enlarge the business empire that he built himself. Start from zero! Although in the end, he still got help from Meysa, who at that time was the son of a rich man. Meysa has a blue blood lineage. However, that does not mean that Bram can use his wife to do whatever he wants. He appreciates Meysa.
Kinara took a deep breath after straightening her body again. She already know discussions about the merger between Diamond Palace and Erlangga Real Estate would take place. And yes, the plan to merge the companies was the background for the marriage between her and Abimana, although she had to admit, that in this one year Abimana was not only a business husband but a man she truly loved.
Too bad, when Abimana destroyed the marriage ark when Kinara succeeded in growing love in her heart. Now, there is a grudge over the growing hurt, and for now, Kinara doesn't know how to suppress it other than just being silent, and responding slowly. And Kinara had promised herself to destroy Abimana to the full. Not now, but later, when she has successfully divorced the man.
"We will do a merger soon, Dad! I will do my best. And our company will dominate the business, at least in the domestic sphere. We will win big tenders!" said Abimana no less enthusiastic than Bram.
Bram laughed. Glad that Abhimana is as ambitious as he is. "If the merger is successful, I want you to build a large shopping mall or elite complex!"
"Of course, of course! Not only that, maybe we can do other construction projects too, Father. So Dad, take it easy. Abimana and Kinara will do well!"
"Hahaha!" Bram laughed. "That's good. You are still very young as a holder of a large company. Before you turn forty, you have to get the results of your hard work."
"Hehe. Dad's right."
That man ... two-faced, annoying, and hypocritical! Kinara is currently assessing the figure of Abimana with a handful of these bad qualities. That's how Abimana broke Kinara's plan? Shameless! Even already though it was caught having an affair with another woman! That man is a crazy bastard!
The pain could barely be controlled by Kinara, who just found out how depraved her husband was. During this one year, why could she be deceived by Abimana? Even though Kinara is always smart and sensitive to everything. However, she might be made so stupid by the person she always considered her favorite man.
So sad! The power that Kinara had built up from the start was almost completely drained. Her eyes were hot, her chest rumbled, and her head felt like it was spinning. The voices of Abimana and Bram talking about the company made Kinara's ears ring loudly. It was even more painful when her mind had to remember the intimacy of Abimana and a woman named Bianca on a luxurious bed in Bali a few days ago.
"No ...!" Kinara mumbled. Her two fingers seemed to clench very tightly. She even got up from her seat. "No! It won't happen! The merger won't happen!" Kinara said loudly. Her eyes immediately fell on Bram's face with a sharp radiance.
"Kinara?" Bram, who had been jolted, now could only stare at his daughter's numb face in confusion. "W-what do you mean?"
"Ki-kinara?" Abimana panic. He didn't think Kinara could do that. He thought that Kinara would feel sorry for Bram, who was so excited and enthusiastic about the planned merger of the two companies. "Ki-kinara. I'm sorry, you're still mad that I didn't tell you I'm coming home, aren't you?" As much as possible, Abimana is still trying to persuade Kinara.
Kinara turned to look at Abimana. Her eyes grew sharper. And ... she dropped a slap on her husband's left cheek. "Stop calling me 'honey' and stop acting, Abimana! Do you think you can persuade me by controlling my father?! You're wrong, Abimana. I will not cancel the divorce suit that I filed with you a few days ago! The merger will never happen! My decision is final and can not be contested anymore!"
"W-what? Divorce? What do you mean? What's wrong, Kinara? What's wrong?" Bram got up. His face is shocked. His chest rumbles. Divorced? Does his daughter want a divorce from Abhimana? Didn't he hear wrong?
"Dad! Not really! I-I didn't mean that!" said Abimana who immediately moved to approach Bram. "Ki-kinara only experienced a momentary emotion and—"
"You're wrong, Abimana! Momentary emotion? No, Abimana. I want to divorce you who have been cheating on me behind my back. In fact, after having an affair you still stay with that woman." Kinara took a deep breath. In the next second, she wore a calmer expression. "You think I don't know? I have a lot of evidence, Abimana. And you won't be able to deny it anymore after this."
"What is this? Cheating? Another woman?" Bram's head seemed to be spinning. It was still difficult for him to accept what Kinara had just said.
"No, it's just a misunderstanding, Dad. Trust Abimana!" said Abimana who was already panicking. "Kinara just has a lot of thoughts and stress, that's why he considers my relationship with my business partner as an affair!"
Bram gripped his head tightly. "Shut up, Abimana! Don't shout at me!"
Already soaking wet, but Abimana was still trying to persuade. However, Kinara is not herself if she doesn't have a backup plan. Yes, the next second, she immediately took the cell phone which was located inside the blazer she was still wearing. Then she called someone ready to help her.
"Hello, Mr. Lawyer. You can come in right now. It's time for you to explain in detail, including showing the evidence currently have about Abimana's affair problem to my dad and that bastard man," said Kinara to someone out there.
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