Just entering the main door of his company, Suga was already shocked by something that should have become impossible. Ratih was walking so resolutely right after the absent scan. How did that woman come in today? That question crossed Suga's mind when his steps stopped.
"Didn't that plan work?" Suga mumbled while squinting to reconfirm that the woman was Ratih Kembang.
But just like Suga's vision, that woman is indeed Ratih Kembang!
Suga immediately shook off the shock and resumed walking. Along with the steps he took, his mind was confused over Ratih's presence in this company.
Suga wondered if someone had saved the woman when his gang members were carrying out the mission. It's just too impossible if people are still awake in the middle of the night unless the security system implemented in the housing complex where Ratih lives is a night patrol. However, isn't infiltrating not a complicated matter for experienced people?
"Good morning, Mr. Suga," Nurma greeted Suga while smiling sweetly.
Suga flinched for a moment. But he still tried to be calm to avoid embarrassment in front of his employee. He only gave Nurma a glance as a reply to the woman's greeting. Then, he quickened his pace again to go to his office.
Nurma sighed. It's no stranger for her if Suga has never been friendly. It's just that Suga's reply this time was enough to irritate her. Responding with a simple 'yes' seemed easy, but Suga didn't do it.
Suddenly Nurma's body was touched by someone.
"He is an arrogant man, right?" Ratih asked to Nurma.
Nurma smiled wryly. "Maybe, he only prestige, Ratih, not surprised anymore," she replied.
"And you still say hello? If me, I don't want to!"
"He is still our superior, Ratih. It's not wrong if we greet him in the morning."
"Ah, you are too kind, Nurma. Hmm… even though that person doesn't respect us one bit."
"I'm grateful that I fall into the good person category, Ratih." Nurma gave a smile. "Until now, I'm still curious about the face of Mr. Suga without glasses. It seems pretty sweet."
"Um? Wait! You don't have a crush on him, do you?"
"N-no! If I like him, it would be impossible; yesterday, I told you that you could like him."
"Mm ... but, why are you curious about his face without glasses?"
"I don't know. I feel that Mr. Suga is handsome, Ratih. Just hope he wants to treat his eyes. He would like to be a handsome man. That way, people won't insult his looks anymore. Isn't it sad if our superiors are insulted by their subordinates? After all, he was given a salary to us."
"No, I'm not sad! Maybe, only you! Hahaha."
"Oh, Ratih!"
"Come on. Don't think about him, Nurma!"
Nurma was forced to move her feet faster to follow Ratih, who was forcibly pulling her hand. The two women have different characteristics but can be good friends. Maybe it's because Nurma's figure is so innocent that Nurma can accept the existence of the Ratih with all her weird character.
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Suga pounded his desk in his private office. Ratih's existence this morning made Suga quite uneasy. Cope with one woman only; they are not able. Then, in what other way can Suga suppress Ratih? If the woman continues to be released, his identity will be exposed!
No! Suga couldn't let that happen. He had to find another way to cope with Ratih Kembang, who could open his identity to other people, even if he had to intervene.
Without thinking, Suga immediately took the cell phone from the shirt covered by a blazer. After getting the cell phone, he looked directly for the contact number of one of his minions who was in charge of sending two other members to deal with Ratih last night.
"Are you that stupid?!" asked Suga in a firm tone when the person answered his call from a distance.
"The two members last night already tried to kidnap the woman, but...," replied the Suga's minion from a distance.
"Then, they caught by citizens?!"
"N-no, Mr. Dewa, they weren't found out by the citizens, Mr. Dewa."
"Then, how come that woman is still working?! You can't even cope with one woman! You all already make me so annoyed. Damn it! Just prepare your hands ready tonight!"
"S-sorry, Mr. Suga, we beg your pardon. B-but, it seems that the woman holds a black belt in taekwondo class. His strength and knowledge even exceeds ours, Tuan. Looks like she's been in a lot of fights."
"What ...?"
Suga ended the call unilaterally, and even he did not wait for an answer from his men. If the information he received is the truth, then Ratih's existence is a mistake. As he had expected when he quarreled with Ratih, that woman was very different. There is something that Ratih has that other women rarely have. Like a man with such tremendous guts, Ratih is not afraid when facing him, even though he has a high position.
"Ratih… she is troublesome!" Suga said while grinding his teeth. He doesn't know another way he needs to use to silence her. Because if you only hold on to trust, of course, significant risks could occur. Ratih is a stranger who could have broken a promise.
Suga suddenly heard the sound of someone knocking on the door of his private office. Not long after, Belinda appeared when the door had been opened. The woman who is Suga's secretary walked so gracefully.
"Good morning, Mr. Suga," Belinda greeted with a smile. However, Suga only sees a glimpse without answering. This made Belinda smile wryly, even though Suga's cold demeanor was no stranger to her.
Even today, Mr. Geeky is still not friendly! After a few seconds of no response, Belinda thought and handed over a tablet--one of Daichi Electronic's products.
"This is today's schedule, Mr. Suga. Please check it," said Belinda politely.
But again, Suga did not answer. The man was fixated on Belinda's figure. Of course, Belinda felt both doubtful and embarrassed. Is there something wrong with me? The question crossed her mind.
"Mr. Suga...?"
"Belinda? Would you like to lead one of my companies? In other words, being the head of our branch office?" said Suga after Belinda called him.
Belinda reflexively widened her eyes. "How come? Why suddenly…?"
"You should already have the title. It will be difficult to obtain again, if you do not accept my offer this time."
"But, mm... which branch?"
"Japan."
"Wow! Oops… so-sorry, Mister."
"How?"
Belinda was amazed. It's true, as Suga said, that opportunity will not appear twice. Although still confused because of the offer, Belinda still nodded her head. "Yes, Mr. Suga, I will accept the offer! I promise I will do a good job!" She said enthusiastically while bowing her body many times.
Suga still has a flat expression. "Okay, I'll give you a week to ready yourself out. And during that time, you don't need to go to work here."
"Um? Then, who will become your new secretary to replace me?"
Suga lowered his gaze. He swallowed before answering. "Ratih." And he responds with that name.
"Ra-ratih?"
"Yeah, call her for me. Just teach her for today. Threat her with two billion if she puts up refuse."
Belinda was stunned for a moment. Feeling confused. But she didn't want to get too involved. Suga must have had a strong reason for making that decision. "A-all right, Sir!" Belinda said shortly after.
After that, Belinda turned around. The woman was about to fulfill her last assignment as Sugantara's secretary, namely to help Ratih work as Suga's secretary starting today. On the other hand, Belinda is grateful because, thanks to Ratih, she has the opportunity to get promoted and work abroad.
Meanwhile, Suga is still contemplating his spontaneous decision. Facing Ratih would, of course, make her feel very uncomfortable, especially when she promised not to see that woman again. But watching Ratih closely without getting his hands dirty is the last resort.
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