"Hope your trip goes well," Jenni says with a cheerful smile, waving her hand enthusiastically before Tata finally gets into her ordered taxi.
"What's up with you?" Tata grumbles, but she can't bring herself to be annoyed by Jenni's antics.
"I'll give you recommendations for fun places to relax even if it's short," Jenni interjects quickly.
"I'm working, Jen."
"I know," Jenni cuts in just as fast. "Come on, get in. Don't miss your flight. You've got everything with you, right? Don't leave anything behind, Ta."
Ah... having Jenni around in Tata's miserable life surprisingly makes her endlessly grateful.
"I'm off, then."
Jenni and Amel enthusiastically bid farewell to Tata's business trip. For Jenni, who knows if this is the beginning of her friend's new life. When she expresses her thoughts, Tata just laughs. She says, "You dream big, Jen, Jen. I'm on a business trip. Not kidding around."
"Yes, a business trip, Ta. But enjoy you
Tata takes a slow breath. Making sure she hasn't left anything behind, especially her phone and wallet. She's somewhat hesitant to go down to the lobby, but what else can she do? She's already agreed to Levi's invitation for dinner outside to try some local cuisine around the hotel. Tata hasn't forgotten their conversation from three hours ago."I hope this invitation isn't met with refusal, Ta. Just consider it a thank you for dealing with Echa last night," Levi says with a grin. Although she didn't do much, just calming Echa down, promising to play with her when she returns, and telling a few bedtime stories until the child fell asleep.From morning until noon, there were no significant issues during the meetings and meetings with Jiayi. Everything went smoothly and as planned by Tata with Levi's approval. Tomorrow's agenda involves visiting the branch sales to check the progress firsthand."You don't mind if I treat you to dinner, right?" Levi asks, making su
Tata checks the documents regarding the progress of the building construction once again. Although it's not her jurisdiction, this building will eventually serve as the headquarters for the marketing area in the Sumatra region. It will also act as a backup server to distribute service capacities considering the heavy load in Jakarta. That's why the Board of Directors asked both of them to check on the progress of the construction there."Mr. Jimmy won't accept excuses like this," Tata says softly while adjusting her glasses. "You know Mr. Jimmy, don't you?""I understand, Ta," Levi rubs his hands slowly. His eyes stare sharply at the two people responsible for the construction of this ten-story building. "We entrusted Ms. Ratih with this project, but why is the delay too long?""As I explained, Sir," Ratih smiles thinly. "Everything will be done within the next three months.""This isn't really my department, but Mr. Irsyad should be here with me. But sin
Levi doesn't know what to say. He truly feels sorry for his daughter's behavior. How could Echa throw such a tantrum when she found out Tata wouldn't be in the same car with her? Luckily, his colleagues understand that his daughter can't just be convinced with words. Especially since she demanded they keep their promise to play with Tata."I'm really sorry, Ta," Levi says moments after the car they're riding in stops in front of the two-story house that Tata pointed out the address to."No problem, Sir," Tata smiles. "I think you've apologized for this like three times already." She prepares to get out. "I also appreciate you driving me home.""It's the least I could do."Levi unbuckles his seat belt. At least he can escort Tata until the gate of that house opens. Meeting her husband, making sure she enters the house is something polite. But... he doesn't have any thoughts about his subordinates, including Tata."Echa," Tata calls out to the girl w
Tata doesn't understand why Levi seems more emotional all day. The boss has scolded Sudar or Ridwan before, but it didn't create a tense atmosphere like in the meeting room earlier. Even Sudar asked if there were any problems during yesterday's trip."No, not really," says Tata while tidying up all the files around her. "I'm also surprised. It's not like Dad usually."Sudar nods in agreement. "Hopefully, there's no big problem, Miss. I'm afraid the collaboration with Acame might be in trouble."Tata smiles understandingly. Sudar's fear is not unfounded. Although Acame works with ShopaShop, everything cannot be mixed into one.She initially wanted to follow Levi out of the room immediately, but now doesn't seem like the right time. She doesn't want to worsen the boss's mood just because of her.Yet, as far as Tata can remember, there were no problems yesterday. None at all. In fact, they had quite a good time. Although she knows there are things to
She couldn't resist Levi's invitation for the second time, especially since her conversation with Jenni ended a few hours ago. Her friend still had business with a client, which made their lunch plans fall through."You... canceled meeting your friend, right?" Levi asks, looking at her intently. "Sorry, I accidentally overheard your phone call earlier."What excuse could Tata give now while Levi seems to hope she can join? It seems like Levi heard the conversation with Jenni pretty clearly."When else do we get to eat with the team, right?" Levi's statement rings true."Yeah, Sir," Tata smiles thinly."In that case, you can join us, right?"What excuse could Tata make? It feels like there isn't one. Especially when Levi says, "Just consider it another thank you for playing with my kid."Eventually, Tata sits beside Levi, just keeping him company for lunch. Sudar and Ridwan are there too. Oh... a few other marketing staff members invol
Ottis doesn't take his eyes off his phone. It's been two hours since his last message was sent, but there's been no further reply. Just like the previous messages. There's never any response.He grunts in frustration. Not because the recipient seems neglectful, but because his messages seem to be ignored. Even though he always remembers, every message, whatever it may be, always gets a reply. Why isn't this message getting any attention from the recipient? The more he thinks about it, the more irritated he becomes."What's up, Babe?" asks his conversation partner who's been watching Ottis.Getting asked that makes Ottis put on a big smile. Pushing aside his worries about the unanswered message. "Nothing. Just talking about the divorce process."The woman nods with a faint smile. "Are you really going through with it, Babe?"Ottis shrugs."But Tata seems like a good wife, Honey." The woman curves her lips, full of countless meanings."
"Honey, it's pouring out there," Tata complains while brushing off raindrops from the end of his blazer. "If we go out, we'll catch a cold, Honey."Ottis laughs. "That's where the fun's at. Mom says heavy rain like this won't get you sick."Tata shakes his head in disbelief."Seriously." Ottis looks at his wife convincingly. "Come on, let's go home now. It'll be fun to shower in the rain together."For some reason, memories of the day they ended up soaked in rain, yet full of joy, repeat without warning in Tata's mind. Maybe because he's standing right in front of the window, where there are now many raindrops.In the first year of their marriage, Tata felt everything sweet and lucky being married to Ottis. The man's treatment has yet to be forgotten. But it's balanced with his changing behavior. Every time she questions what's going on, he just brushes it off. Redirecting the conversation or even further cornering her is something she's gotten use
Ottis: Why did you put my mom's stuff in the guest room? She's my mother, Ta! How dare you do that when I'm not around?Tata has been staring at the message with a thin smile. She wants to reply but feels lazy. Not replying, there's a desire to counter all the messages Ottis sends her.Last night when she came home, her mother-in-law caused trouble again. Her belongings were put back into the room where Tata sleeps. Even though since the first day she returned home, her warning was clear.Somehow, their confidence is so high. If Tata has no rights in this house, everything in this two-story house belongs to Ottis. That's why they can act like this. Maybe they thought Tata would obey them as usual. The threats back then were just words.But this time, Tata agrees with him.Regardless of her mother-in-law shouting at her. Her sister-in-law cursing her. Kayyish suddenly scared because her loved one raised her voice to speak to Tata. None of it shakes