God! Please help my Levi get the job. I beseech you! A middle aged woman was praying hard closing her eyes mumbling in her lips.

Lavi Mother! It was burning! A voice came loudly.

Oh no! I'm such a scatterbrain. What to do? I can't sell this. Soli frowned turning off the gas stove.

What a waste! Where is your mind. Holland yanked. Are you going to throw that? He added putting a mischievous smile.

What can I do? I'll lose my regular customers if I sell this. Soli said.

Don't worry. Give it to me instead of tossing away. I'll have it. Holland said rubbing his knuckles slightly.

Oh my God! Soli glare at Holland pitifully. What will you do with all your money? You have a job, a house and your son works at a big firm. Go and have a proper meal! Why do you always scrimp and save at every turn.

It's my own decision. Don't bother! Holland said lazily.

"Hello". A sweet greeted Holland and Soli from the door.

Oh! Silvia. You are getting prettier day by day. Holland greeted back.

I'm always been pretty Uncle! Silvia said confidently flipping her hair back with a wide smile.

Okay! I will head now. See you, Silvia. Holland said and walked away. He halted his step suddenly and turned to Soli. " Levi Mother, I'll come and pick that up on my way home. So, pack it up for me". Holland said with a grin face.

This man is so stingy! He can't even take his own money to his grave. Soli mutters annoyingly.

Mom, I will go for class. Silvia informed her mother.

Okay! Don't stay late. Soli said staring at her duaghter.

Yes! Silvia Has your sister called? Soli asked curiously.

Not yet. She has to do presentation and an interview so it might take a while. Don't worry! She will call you when she is over. Silvia said putting her lipstick.

Okay! Go now. Soli waved her duaghter to walked out quickly. Gosh! I also want to stay here long. Silvia snapped and walked out furiously.

This girl temper ! Soli mumbled looking at her Duaghter disappearing back. At that moment Soli phone ring. It's Levi! She widened her eyes before She picked her call.

Levi! Soli called her duaghter sweetly.

Yes Mom. I just came out.

How is it? Did you do well?

The presentation went well but who knows.

Don't think too much. You will get it. Soli encouraged her Daughter.

I hope so. Mom, I will come little bit late today. I have other important engagement. So, let's talk nicely when I reached home.

Okay! Soli hung up the call.

*******

Levi scanned her looks looking at a mirror tying her hair in ponytail. You can do it! Levi said to her mind. She took a tight grip to her bag and walked inside a cafe approaching a table.

So, You were recently in a relationship? I don't dwell on the past what matters is the present. A woman said tucking her hair strains behind her ears.

Actually that....I .... The guy stutters.

Feel free to say! We must be open if we are to get married. But your mother said you broke up with her.

In that moment a loud slap was flung into guy face startling all the people in the cafe.

That was it? You called me so I would see this? Levi said in tremble voice.

Who is it? The Woman asked at the guy looking around in shock.

Tell her! Who am I? Why can't you just just dumped me? Levi shouted wiping her tears.

Is she crazy? Stop her. The woman said gritting her teeth to the guys who sat in drumbstruck expression.

Please calm down! The guy said but Levi cut in with a sharp voice. How can I be calm and poised like you when I am about to be the heroine of a tragic love story? Levi said clenching her chests.

A guy standing at the counter was stunned looking at the scene. He took his phone out from his pocket when he heard his own ringtone recognising it. "Hello". What's the matter Gambir?

Sir, About the listed candidate. we need your sign. When are you coming back to office. Gambir asked.

Thank you! He said to the waiter keeping his phone aside from his ear for a second taking his coffee cup with his left free hand. Yes Gambir! He connected the call walking out towards the door. He took a slight glance at the woman who was crying pitifully passing the table.

I'll let you slide as the circumstances are extenuating but no more production delays. Please mark my words! A man said in calm and serious tone as he took a sip from his glass of wine.

Of course not. It will never happen again. Manager Nolan. The man replied back in pleading tone. Actually I.... the man wiped out an envelope from his pocket slowly looking back and froth to Nolan.

Please take it! But Don't think otherwise. I am just really thankful to you. The man said with a smile.

Nolan twitched his lips slightly with no expression staring at the envelope. The man gazing over his face reading his mind from his expression. But he couldn't figure out what he was thinking.

May I give you a piece of advice! Nolan opened his mouth after a long moment.

Yes. Please! The man said forcing an awkward smile.

Instead of winning and dining me. I prefer that you win us over with your quality work. Thanks. Nolan said and stood up without glancing at the man twice.

The man awe in shock. Did I mess it up? He mumbled under his breath rubbing his head worriedly.

Nolan walked out from the hotel hurriedly heaving an annoying sighed. He paused his steps hearing his phone buzzing. He lowers his gaze into his bag searching for his phone.

Ouch! He breaths in relief catching his phone in mid air when someone bumps over his shoulders making him lose unbalanced.

I am so sorry! A woman apologised instantly. Are you okay? The woman asked worriedly.

Yes. I am fine. Nolan voice trailed off seeing the familiar woman in front of him.

Honey! What happened? A man asked circling his hand over her shoulders. Nothing! It's my fault. The woman said.

Sorry! The woman apologised again before she walked with the man.

What's that? The guy is different from that cafe. Nolan said himself whispering in disbelief. Whatever! He shook his head vigorously turning and strode his steps towards his car.

*******

Did she left? Levi asked heaving a relief sigh.

Yes. Thank you so much sister. But Are you nervous? Denim added stepping back from Levi.

No. I am not. Levi said putting a superficial smile. Suddenly, Levi pounch on Denim Lower parts making Denim groaned in pain. What is that? Denim asked while coughing in pain.

Crazy! I am the crazy one helping you today. Hey! Stand straight! Levi said putting both of her hand in her waist.

Denim obediently stand straight lowering his eyes.

You should transfer the money today itself. I throw all my pride because of you and your so called boyfriend. You should know that. You got it! Levi snapped.

Yes. I know it. Denim replied instantly.

And one thing. If you let this matter even by mistake reached my Mom or Silvia ears and mainly your mom ears. You are death! Levi warned raising her hand putting a devilish smile.

Got it. Denim said.

******

Silvia. Why don't you give a call to your sister. It's pretty late. Soli said.

I am coming. No need to call me! Levi said changing her slippers.

Why are you so late? Soli asked.

I have other job. Sorry Mom! Levi said throwing herself lazily in the sofa.

Levi! Levi! Silvia called her excitedly. How was your interview today?

It went well. Levi said plainly.

Mom. She won't get it. Silvia turned to her Mom.

Don't jinx her. What did you know? Soli said narrowing her eyes. Sorry! Silvia slapped her mouth showing that she didn't mean what she say.

It's okay. At that moment Levi phone flashed up with some notifications. Mom! Levi shouted holding her phone up.

What is it? Soli said widening her eyes.

I got the result. Levi said enlarging her eyes in nervousness.

Did you get it? Silvia said moving closer to Levi.

I don't know. I am so nervous. Levi said breathing heavily.

Check! Soli said knitting her eyebrows.

No. I don't want to. Levi said closing her eyes.

Levi! Silvia frowned deepend snatching her phone away from her.

Wait! Wait! Levi shouted.

I guess You got it. Silvia said briefly.

What? Levi swallowed dryly squinted her eyes open and closed. Are you sure? She stutters frozing on the ground.

Yes! You got it. Soli said screaming in joy. Mom! Levi got in. Silvia shake his Mom stiff body.

Oh my god! Soli kneeled down pleading her hands together. Finally, you hear my wish. Thank you! Thank you! Soli said tearing up.

Oh my god. I can't believe this. Levi overwhelmed with the feeling of happiness and excitement.

Believe it. Yes! Yes! Silvia jumped happily.

Keep quiet! Keep quiet! It's almost midnight. Soli said in whisper.

Three of them giggled in small voice hugging each other.

Levi eyes are solely concentrating at the gorgeous woman who was giving the welcoming speech. Levi felt nervous, excited at the same time making her heart beats frantically. She wiped her sweat hands in her side dress scanning the surroundings following the woman.

Levi's eyes swept across the building which was bustling with people formally dressed as they all walked inside the company.

Levi knitted her eyebrows confusedly entering the office. Miss Levina right! The woman asked to confirm.

Yes! I am Levina. Levi said with a polite smile.

This is your desk! The woman said. And Do you have something to say? The woman asked noticing the confused expression in Levi face.

Actually, I interviewed for the job in marketing team. But why am I in Accounting team? It's confused me. Levi said.

The woman nodded thinking deeply. Miss Levina! I don't have really have idea about that. But Are you sure that you interview for marketing team. The woman asked again to confirmed.

Yes. Levi said firmly.

Then, Can you please talk with Marketing team? I think you would know. Our duty is just assigning the newly selected employee according to the list. The woman said.

*******

Seriously! Levi open a can beer taking a deep breath. Problem! Problem! She mutters in her heart taking a sip.

Levi! Enjoying yourself. A voice from behind made Levi jolted in suprised.

Ian Brother! Levi gasped wiping her mouth instantly.

You are going to drink all of these? Ian said with a smirk sitting beside her.

No! It's cheaper to get them in bulk. Levi said.

Then, Can I have one. Ian asked.

Of course. Have it. Levi said taking out one can from the package.

Why are you drinking alone instead of going home?Ian crocked a brow.

I was craving a cold beer. So, Ian Brother. Did you just came back from work? Levi said.

Yes. What's happened? You look like something is bothering you. Ian asked inching closer at Levi staring at her face .

Nothing! Levi said forcing a smile. Ohh Gosh! Why am I blushing. She snapped her minds to think straight.

Here! Cheers. Whatever it is. You will feel good. Ian said.

Yes! Cheers. Levi said.

Blurp~~

Levi. What is that? Ian said laughing hysterically.

Don't laugh. It's embarassing. Levi said pouting her lips.

Ian hold his laughter pursuing his lips in tight.

Just laugh. It's more embarassing. Levi said frowning her eyebrows.

Okay! Okay! Ian clasped his hands putting a normal expression.

Okay. I need to go back again. Bye. Levi said standing up. But where? Ian asked curiously.

In my workplace! Levi said rubbing her hair.

Yes. I heard from Aunty that you got a job. But it's pretty late. Workload from the first day right ! Ian said worriedly.

Levi put a bitter smile saying goodbye.

********

Jelina, You copy all of that. Nolan said grabbing his bag. Yes Manager. Jelina said

I am back. A voice interrupted the conversation.

Karina. Are you done? Jelina said smiling happily.

Yes. But Senior. Are you clocking out? Karina asked seeing Nolan with the bag.

Yes. About that dinner. Let's have later. Nolan said before he walked out.

Karina, Manager Nolan is your fellow alum right ? Jelina asked grinning with a smile.

Yes why? Karina asked.

He is so formal to you. Jelina said touching her face slightly. You know! Manager is a principle person. Karina chirp with a smile.

Yes true. Jelina admit with a stiff smile

Is Manager Nolan famous in college? I think so! He looks perfect in everything. Visual, smartness, perfect model figure. He is every girl's type. But it will more better if he smiles often. His face is so stiff. Jelina talk herself folding her hands in her chest.

So, Did you take fancy of Manager Nolan? Karina playfully crocked her brow.

It was such an unfortunate that I got married. Jelina said frowning slightly which make Karina laughing heartily at Jelina remarks.

Levi was walking back and forth in front of Marketing Department office . I am here. But what can I say? She mutters worriedly.

Excuse me! Who are you? Nolan asked seeing the woman walking back and front when he open the door.

Hello. I am new employee here. Can I ask you something. Levi said fixing her gaze on Nolan.

Yes. Nolan said taking a step towards her boring a gaze all over her face.

Do you know Manager Nolan ? Levi asked knitting her eyebrows.

Yes. I know him well. Nolan asserted.

Really! Can you help me to meet him. I need to talk with him. Levi said.

Yes. I am the Nolan. What is the matter concerning with you. Nolan said dipping his hands into his pockets.

Really! No way. He is so young to be manager. Levi contradicted her eyes engrossing in her own thoughts.

Nolan raised his hands waving in front of Naina who was looking at him in daze. I don't have a time. Can you hurry up if you have something to say? Nolan stated.

Clearing her throat slightly, Levina introduced herself. Hello, Manager. I am Levina. I got selected for the marketing team recently. But today when I joined the company I was assigned to Accounting team. It was confusing for me so, I want to talk about this matter.

Yes. Please discuss about that with Team leader. I need to go. Nolan said walking ahead. But Levi blocked his way rushely.

Please! I already talk with team leader. And I really want to work in marketing team. That's why I specifically interview for it. Can you please look again in this matter? I am begging you. Please! Levi said bowing down.

Ok Miss. I will discussed with Team leader later. Nolan assured Levi before he walked out.