Chapter 6: Raymond’s Turning Point

Out of nowhere, Clara summoned her secretary, Agnes—the same one who had escorted Raymond and the two marketing officers into her office.

“Agnes, call Anton and Sony. Tell them to draft a contract immediately. We are purchasing 100 vehicles from this dealership today, and we'll be placing a follow-up order for another 150 units in the second phase,” Clara announced casually, leaving Raymond and his colleagues jaw-dropped and exchanging stunned glances.

Raymond had heard rumors that Clara was a notoriously tough client—inflexible, stern, and coldly arrogant.

Now, he was completely flabbergasted to realize that this formidable client was none other than Clara, the woman he had saved just a few hours prior.

Even before Raymond could begin his pitch, Clara accepted the deal without hesitation, greenlighting the contract and ordering 100 cars right off the bat—far exceeding his wildest expectations.

Raymond quickly immersed himself in finalizing the massive deal alongside Clara’s staff members, Anton and Sony.

Unbeknownst to Raymond, Clara’s gaze lingered on him, a soft, fond smile playing on her lips the entire time. In less than an hour, everything was wrapped up.

They agreed that the vehicles would be delivered in batches starting next week as soon as the down payment was transferred.

“Raymond, I expect you to be my sole point of contact. I don't want to deal with your branch manager.”

Clara explicitly requested that Raymond handle all communication moving forward.

“U-understood, Ms. Clara! Here is my personal line. If any issue arises, please don't hesitate to contact me. My phone is on twenty-four hours a day!” Raymond said, presenting his contact info, which Clara promptly saved to her phone.

Back at the office, the branch manager stood frozen in disbelief as Raymond and the two marketing staff presented the signed mega-contract along with the official documents from Ms. Clara.

Once the initial shock wore off, Bingo frantically dialed corporate headquarters, instructing them to immediately prioritize this high-profile client.

“Congratulations, Raymond! Get ready, a massive bonus is coming your way!” Bingo beamed, extending a warm handshake to Raymond.

However, the moment Raymond turned his back, Bingo’s enthusiastic smile dissolved into a bitter scowl. A heavy shadow of envy and malice crossed his face over Raymond’s sensational achievement. After all… a performance like this could put his own position in jeopardy!

Raymond walked home with a bright, triumphant smile. A profound weight had been lifted from his shoulders—the threat of getting fired was gone, replaced by the promise of a substantial bonus.

Stepping into the house, Raymond was caught off guard once again. Indri was lounging lazily on the sofa watching an entertainment show on TV. She was wearing tight shorts that clearly outlined her full curves, paired with a loose, casual t-shirt.

“Hey, Ray, back already?” Indri greeted him without shifting her posture, forcing Raymond to try his best not to stare at the overwhelming temptation right in front of him.

Unfortunately for him, as he sat on the sofa to unlace his shoes, his seat faced her directly—making it practically impossible to avoid the seductive sight.

“Y-yeah, Sis. Um, where’s Aunt Melly? I don't see her around,” Raymond engaged in polite small talk, deliberately taking his time—secretly indulging in the tantalizing view for just a moment longer.

“Mom went out earlier this afternoon. An old friend picked her up, and she said she’d be back late tonight,” Indri replied, sitting up and flashing him a sweet smile.

As if sensing Raymond’s eyes glued to her legs, Indri subtly shifted her posture, revealing a glimpses between her thighs.

Her impressive, full bust was enough to make Raymond’s head spin. He had always been drawn to women with voluptuous figures, and both Indri and Aunt Melly fit his taste perfectly—their curves even more pronounced than Rahma’s.

“U-um… sorry, Sis Indri, I need to take a shower first. Make yourself at home,” Raymond blurted out, quickly averting his gaze as he stood up.

Standing under the shower with the water set to icy cold, Raymond washed his hair while remembering Aunt Melly’s words from earlier.

“Don't be surprised, Ray. I had Indri with my first husband when I was only seventeen, so she’s twenty-six now while I’m forty-three. Sadly, she’s already a childless widow at such a young age…!” Aunt Melly had shared.

Raymond and Rahma were also twenty-six, though Indri was a few months older.

“Good grief… Am I really going to betray Rahma’s trust? But… what about those photos and that video? Is she really having a secret affair behind my back?” The internal turmoil waged war inside his mind once again.

After stepping out of the shower, Raymond’s phone chimed with an incoming message. His cheerful mood instantly soured, his face darkening.

Once again, the exact same unknown number had sent a brief message:

“Your wife isn't just attending to business; she’s enjoying herself to the fullest with that rich old boss who owns one of the biggest malls in Indonesia.”

Raymond immediately tried calling the number back, but the line was completely dead. Frustration and fury boiled within him.

“Damn it all… Why is this bastard sending me these messages? Are they intentionally trying to destroy my marriage with Rahma?!” Raymond cursed inwardly. Down in his heart, he still clung desperately to the belief that Rahma was faithful to him.

Suddenly, the loud crash of an object hitting the floor echoed through the house, followed by a sharp cry of pain and a call for help.

“Wait, what dropped?! That sounded like Indri…!”

Raymond rushed out of the room, heading straight toward the source of the noise coming from the kitchen…!

TO BE CONTINUED