Using her connections and a bit of subtle intimidation as a civil servant, Mita managed to hire a hacker to break into Reza's phone.
On the other hand, Reza was very confident with the video he had. He was certain that Mita wouldn't dare to do anything to him. He even started making plans to blackmail her. Reza planned to demand a sum of money from Mita in exchange for the video. If Mita refused, he would threaten to spread the video on the internet and ruin her career as a civil servant. But he also planned to have explicit scenes with various styles.
Meanwhile, Nadia was growing closer to Ranu. She felt comfortable and happy being around him, though she kept those feelings to herself. Nadia was still afraid to openly like Ranu as much as she had liked Reza before. She just wanted to focus on feeling at ease for now, especially since her divorce hearing was only scheduled for next week. So she needed to take things slow. She didn't want her actions to complicate the divorce process. Reza had contacted her several times and even went to their old apartment, but Nadia never paid him any attention. She had even changed the door's keylock password. None of Reza's belongings were left behind either – everything was sent to his office by Nadia's assistant.
Elsewhere, Nadia was nervously preparing for a job interview at DHARMALA AGRI CORP. She wore her work attire, which she hadn't used in almost 1.5 years, studied the company profile, and prepared answers for possible questions. She was hoping desperately to get this job and start a new life.
The time came for the final interview. She had previously been called in for an interview with the HRD Director of DHARMALA AGRI CORP and passed the initial stage. This time, she was summoned for the final interview with the company's CEO. Nadia arrived on time and was warmly greeted by the receptionist. She was then escorted to the waiting room and asked to wait. After a while, a woman came to call her name – she was the HRD Manager of DHARMALA AGRI CORP. Nadia was then taken to the interview room, where she saw a handsome and authoritative man sitting behind a desk. The man smiled warmly at her.
"Good afternoon, Nadia. Please have a seat," the man said in a soft voice. Nadia sat down on the provided chair and tried to stay calm. She realized the man in front of her was the CEO of DHARMALA AGRI CORP.
"Let me introduce myself – I'm Ranu Manggala Dewa, CEO of DHARMALA AGRI CORP," Ranu said with a smile as he extended his hand. Nadia was shocked – she had no idea Ranu was the company's CEO. She then shook his hand nervously. "I'm Nadia Afcarina, Sir," she replied, her voice slightly trembling. Still, she knew she had to be professional. The interview then began. Ranu asked various questions about her work experience, skills, and personality. Nadia answered all questions honestly and confidently. Ranu was impressed with her responses and saw that she was a smart, hardworking woman with great potential.
After finishing the formal questions, Ranu started discussing salary and benefits. "Nadia, for the Executive Secretary position, we're offering a monthly salary of 30 million rupiah. Additionally, you'll receive health benefits, transportation allowances, and annual bonuses," Ranu stated seriously. Nadia was shocked by the generous offer – she hadn't expected such a high salary for an Executive Secretary role.
"Can the salary be negotiated?" asked Nadia, trying to hide her excitement. She knew this was a golden opportunity, but she also wanted to try to get the best deal possible. Ranu gave a slight smile. "Of course, Nadia. We're always open to negotiation. What did you have in mind?" Nadia took a deep breath. "With my experience, skills, and the dedication I will bring to this company, I believe a monthly salary of 45 million rupiah would be more appropriate." Indeed, Nadia's previous work experience was impressive – the projects she had secured made her achievements highly valuable. Moreover, she was fluent in foreign languages: English, French, and Mandarin.
Ranu looked thoughtful for a moment, gazing at Nadia with an unreadable expression. Nadia's heart was pounding fast, fearing he would reject her request. "Alright, Nadia. I agree to your request. We'll offer you a monthly salary of 45 million rupiah," Ranu finally said. Nadia was shocked and overjoyed – she hadn't expected to get such a high salary. She felt very lucky and thanked Ranu sincerely. "Thank you so much, Mr. Ranu. I promise to do my best for this company," she said earnestly. Ranu smiled. "I believe in you, Nadia. I'm sure you'll be a valuable asset to the company."
The interview ended with a warm handshake between Nadia and Ranu. Nadia left the room feeling happy and relieved – she had gotten her dream job with an excellent salary.
After the interview, Nadia and Ranu grew even closer. They often had lunch together and shared stories about their lives. Nadia felt comfortable and happy with him, and she also saw that Ranu was a kind and sincere man.
However, Nadia still had doubts about their relationship. She wasn't sure if Ranu truly loved her or was just toying with her. She was also afraid their relationship would damage her career at the company.
One evening, Ranu invited Nadia to dinner at a romantic restaurant. After dinner, he took her for a walk in the city park. As they walked, Ranu stopped and looked at her with gentle eyes. "Nadia, there's something I want to say," he said in a serious tone. Nadia's heart raced – she knew what he was about to say. "I know our relationship is complicated. I'm your CEO and you're my secretary. But I can't deny my feelings for you – I love you, Nadia," Ranu confessed sincerely. Nadia was shocked to hear his admission – she hadn't expected him to reveal his feelings so soon. "I love you too, Ranu," she replied honestly. Ranu smiled happily at her answer, then moved closer and kissed her gently. Nadia kissed him back passionately.
That night, Nadia and Ranu officially became a couple. They promised to love and take care of each other.
However, their relationship was not easy. They had to maintain professionalism at work and keep their relationship hidden from their colleagues. At the office, Nadia remained professional and respected Ranu as her CEO, never showing any affection or intimacy in public. Ranu did the same – he stayed professional and fair to all employees, including Nadia, and never gave her special treatment or privileges.
But outside of working hours, Nadia and Ranu could be themselves. They could be affectionate, joke around, and do all the things couples enjoy. They often had dinner together, watched movies, or simply walked in the city park. They also spent time together at Ranu's apartment or Nadia's place.