Chapter 4. Confusing Debate

Leonardo walked faster. Alfredo and Isabell were very surprised by Leonardo's arrival. "Isabell? You..." "We talked about work." Alfredo cuts Leonardo's conversation. "Sorry, Mr. Leonardo and Mr. Alfredo. I'll be home now. Mr. Alfredo, thank you for your help." Isabell said, then walked away from Alfredo and Leonardo. "Please come in." Alfredo said to Leonardo. "Did you cook something?" Leonardo asked and he walked toward the kitchen. "I haven't cooked anything. Would you like me to cook something for you?" Alfredo followed Leonardo into the kitchen. "No, I'm going to have coffee," replied Leonardo. "Okay. Sit down. I'll make coffee for you."

Thank you. "Leonardo said. He walked into the room looking at the painting on the wall. He hoped to get a clue about Zivanna. "Here's the coffee." Alfredo's voice surprised him a little. Leonardo sat down and started drinking coffee. "Are you just visiting me or is there something that makes you come here?" Alfredo began to speak. Leonardo took a deep breath, then exhaled slowly. "I dreamed of seeing Zivanna. That's why I came to see you," replied Leonardo. Alfredo sighed. He stared out the window. "And you still can't believe that I don't know where she is now?" Alfredo asked. "Yes. I can't believe it. Sorry, I'm telling the truth," Leonardo replied.

What do you think about the reason I lied to you? I told you the truth. Believe it or not, it's up to you." Alfredo looked at Leonardo. "I'm sure you know how I feel for her. I'm just guessing, maybe you don't like it when I have a relationship with her. Lately I've been thinking about her. I miss her." Leonardo said while massaging his forehead. Alfredo tries to act normal so that Leonardo is not suspicious of him. "A brother definitely wants the best for his sister. I'm sure you will understand. I'm worried about her. I've also tried to find her but it didn't work. I thought I should try again after I'm ready. I miss her too." Alfredo lowered his head. His hands hugged his head. 'Alfredo, I'm sorry, but I still don't believe you.' Leonardo thought.

The two of them were silent for a few moments. "Get ready. I'm having a party tonight." Leonardo said, then finished his coffee. "Tonight? I'm sorry. I have an important thing to do tonight." Alfredo looked up and answered. "I don't understand what happened to you. Lately you always refuse if I invite you to my party. Even that, to have lunch with me, you don't have time anymore. Don't you think of me as your best friend anymore?" Leonardo asked in a disappointed tone. Alfredo felt guilty. Since Zivanna had an accident, he has spent more time with Zivanna so that he hardly has time for Leonardo, his best friend. Whereas before, the two were always together. Forgive me. I don't think so, but there is something very important. I ask for your understanding. As my apologies, how about tomorrow we have a drink at our favorite place? "Alfredo smiled at Leonardo. Although Leonardo was very arrogant and irritable, he loved his friend Alfredo very much. He couldn't get angry with Alfredo for a long time. "Keep your promise. Do you remember, who was the last one to pay for drinks?" Leonardo winked and laughed. "Of course I remember. Tomorrow is my turn," replied Alfredo with a laugh. "But without women. Just the two of us," continued Alfredo. "Very well. I agree," replied Leonardo. The two of them smiled again at each other. Alfredo feels calm now. He was able to temporarily stop the debate about Zivanna.

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See you tomorrow. "Alfredo said, waving his hand. Leonardo honked his car horn and drove away. Alfredo immediately went back inside and checked his cellphone. His feeling is right. There is a message from Zivanna. He immediately got ready and headed to the hospital.

 "I can't just hang around and wait. I have to do something." Leonardo said alone and then accelerated the speed of the car. Xander lowered his head as Leonardo got out of the car. "Tell Filipo to see me right now," said Leonardo to Xander. "Yes sir. Immediately," replied Xander. Filipo is one of Leonardo's trusted bodyguards. He is very loyal to Leonardo. No matter how difficult the job Leonardo gave, Filipo would have been able to finish it.

Leonardo has seven body guards. Not everyone always goes wherever Leonardo goes. Leonardo would only take two people with him when he was away on a very important business. Otherwise, he will go alone without a bodyguard. Leonardo waited for Filipo in the living room. Soon Filipo arrived. "Sit down. I have important work for you," said Leonardo. "Thank you, sir." Filipo answered and sat down. "Do you remember my friend Alfredo?" Leonardo asked Filipo. "I remember sir." Filipo replied in a certain tone. "I want you to find out what he does every day apart from work and report it to me immediately. Don't let him know and make sure you gather the right information. I trust you. Don't disappoint me." Leonardo said then standing with both hands in his trouser pockets. Filipo also stood up and lowered his head. "I'm ready sir. I'll do it. 

I really appreciate your trust in me," replied Filipo. Leonardo thanked him and left the living room. He returned to his room, stood in front of the mirror and looked at his face. Slowly he took off his clothes. He imagined the incident a few moments ago. A hot kiss, and the beauty of that woman's body. His body started to feel hot. His breathing was getting irregular. His heart was beating faster. Slowly, his fingers began to touch his lower body. "Ah shit, why do I want it back," he whispered and then started to sigh. He closed his eyes. Start enjoying the delicious sensation with his fingers. Suddenly, he stopped. "What's wrong with me? Why is my mind only you and you, Zivanna?" Leonardo ruffled his hair roughly and then walked toward the bathroom. He immersed his body in the bathtub.

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I'll tie it up, so it looks neat. " In the room where Zivanna is being treated, Alfredo is combing Zivanna's hair. "Don't tie it up. Just leave it like that." Zivanna said quietly. "I mean so that your hair doesn't obstruct your view. Don't be stubborn," said Alfredo, pinching Zivanna's cheek lightly. "Okay. Just do what you want," replied Zivanna. "Do you still remember your promise to me?" Alfredo tied Zivanna's hair, then sat back on the bed and stared at Zivanna's face. "Promise? Which promise?" Zivanna asked. Her eyes remained staring at the book she was reading. "Don't let anyone know about you. Leonardo seems suspicious of me. He doesn't trust me anymore. He's trying to find you. I'm thinking of transferring you to another hospital." Alfredo explained. Zivanna closed the book she was reading, and looked at Alfredo. "Why are you complicating it? Just let him know. I'll avoid it." Zivanna casually replied. "No Zivanna. He shouldn't know. You'll find it difficult if you try to avoid him."

Alfredo denied this. "Because he's a bad guy? Because he has a bad character?" Zivanna said irritably. Alfredo was silent for a moment. "All my life until now I have worked, I strive only for your happiness. I love you and don't want you to suffer. You are the only family I have. You have to live well. Marry a good man and you must be happy. Leonardo likes you. He's not a good guy for you. This is the reason why I didn't let him find you. " Alfredo again explained his meaning to Zivanna. "Does marrying a good man guarantee happiness? What if there is no love in that marriage? Leonardo likes me. Do you know how I feel about him? Please, don't scare me. I understand you want the best for my life. But don't hide me from the outside world. I want to live a normal life. " Zivanna had tears in her eyes. Alfredo, who saw his younger sister crying, immediately hugged her. "I'm sorry. I didn't mean to hurt you. We shouldn't argue about this. I'm sorry."

Alfredo let go of his hug and wiped the tears on Zivanna's cheeks. He felt guilty for making his sister cry. He really understood Zivanna's character. "I brought apples and bananas. Do you want to?" Alfredo offered. Zivanna didn't answer. "Still angry? I'm sorry," said Alfredo with a sad face. Zivana spread out one hand. "No. I love you, brother." Alfredo understood what Zivanna meant. He embraced Zivanna. "Thank you, my wise sister. I love you too."