Chapter 10: At Wit's End
As dialogue unfolded like a serene landscape, Havi and Diana discovered hidden commonalities. Havi and Diana's conversation danced like autumn leaves, rustling with newfound harmony.
Under the warm sun, Havi guided Diana through Loban Village's winding paths, revealing secrets of the village. Diana's ebullient spirit harmonized with Loban Village's symphony of beauty.
Several locals discreetly gave Havi a thumbs-up, delighted by the pair's affectionate bond. Their collective gaze, a gentle caress, enveloped the enamored pair
The village grapevine had already spread whispers about Havi's captivating friend. It was impossible for the villagers of Loban Village to remain unaware of Havi's companion.
Though Loban Village remained unlit, its residents found solace in Telaga City's vibrant streets
They would make time to purchase newspapers, old or new, for informational purposes. The villagers sought solace in printed words, illuminating their lives.
Through frequent newspaper reading, Loban Village's residents recognized notable figures, including Havi and Diana. Both names became synonymous with excellence, echoing through Loban Village's rustic streets.
Many Loban villagers silently wished Havi and Diana well, witnessing their affection. The locals quietly rooted for the couple, observing their closeness.
Havi whisked Diana away to a secluded paradise, where a stunning waterfall cascaded amidst emerald foliage.
Diana's gaze danced with delight upon encountering Wira waterfall's ethereal splendor. With infectious excitement, Diana plunged into the crystal-clear waters. Like a mermaid, Diana glided effortlessly into the shimmering expanse.
"Havi, this is bliss!", Diana whispered, emerging from the water.
"Be careful, Diana. Don't get waterlogged!", Havi chuckled.
"Let us merge with the water's symphony", Diana hopes.
"Thanks.. I'll get the food ready". With a gentle smile, Havi strolled away
"Collect all you can!", Diana's hand fluttered in greeting, echoed by Havi's gentle reply.
"Havi, my love, you'll never know how much you mean to me", Diana's lips curved into a tender smile as she whispered secrets to the wind.
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Beyond The Horizon..
Yunus Adirjo, the stalwart owner of Hextex Abadi Ltd, pored over the morning newspaper, his eyes widening with delight as he absorbed the news of Nujaya Ltd's waning productivity.
The newspaper revealed Nujaya Ltd's plight : 'crippling shortages of rubber scrap' crippled their manufacturing endeavors. Depression's dark specter loomed over Haryo Wibowo's fractured psyche.
Haryo Wibowo stood at the precipice, torn between risky revitalization and controlled contraction. Given the depleted inventory and lack of willing suppliers, Haryo Wibowo may adopt a strategic decision.
Haryo Wibowo weighs drastic workforce reduction versus complete closure. On the precipice of collapse, Haryo Wibowo confronts the agonizing choice: layoffs or liquidation. As Nujaya Ltd teeters on the brink, Haryo Wibowo's only hope lies in a miraculous turnaround.
Haryo Wibowo's fortunes hang precariously, 80% of his wealth tied to the struggling factory. According to an unnamed source, Nujaya Ltd's survival chances are slim, at approximately 5%. For the first time, Haryo's indomitable spirit faces an unyielding foe.
Importing raw materials from abroad would significantly increase Nujaya Ltd's production and product pricing. A bitter pill for loyal customers, skyrocketing prices and dwindling value.
Quality aside, price-conscious consumers will flock to Hextex Ltd's budget-friendly alternatives. In those days, form trumped function, and style overshadowed substance. Aesthetics reigned supreme, while quality remained an afterthought.
A radiant smile spread across Yunus Adirjo's face as he finished the article. His fervor, once dwindled, now blazed anew.
For as long as anyone can recall, he has consistently perused the pages of a business newspaper, only to tear it asunder once he has completed his reading.
Such a peculiar behavior is attributed to his vexation with the ongoing reports concerning the impressive progress of Nujaya Ltd's textile factory, much to the chagrin of Yunus Adirjo.
Verily, on this morn of yore, good sir Yunus Adirjo did forbear from rending asunder the pages of his business broadsheet.
Nay, he carefully preserved it in his cabinet of importance, beside other documents of great import.
Verily, it may be that good sir Yunus Adirjo doth harbor thoughts that this day doth mark the budding resurrection of Hextex Ltd, as well as the forthcoming demise of Nujaya Ltd.
Yea, his spirits are so elevated that upon this day, and this day alone, do he bestow a bonus of 50,000 to a hundred thousand rupiahs upon his many and myriad employees.
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Back to Wira Waterfall
Havi hast gathered a smorgasbord of fruits, plucked straight from the bountiful bosom of Nature, in the quaint village of Loban. Yea, he hath gathered rambutans, mangoes, and two young coconuts, harvested from a not-too-tall tree, to assuage his parched throat.
Furthermore, Havi has plucked procured several raw tapioca, thus securing the gracious boon from the owner of the tapioca foliage aforetime.
Havi doth intend to cook the raw tapioca on the precipices of a waterfall. First, he did gather sticks and other dry kindling. With the simplistic technique he hath mastered, a fire did soon ignite.
With her exercise of swimming completed, Diana didst exude such enthusiasm and awe as she did behold Havi, with consummate skill and finesse, expertly kindle the fire.
The flames didst dance and flicker in the cool day air, their light reflecting in Diana's wide, enraptured eyes.
Once the fire had grown to a decent size, Havi did push several raw tapioca into the flames. As they waited for the delectable tapioca to cook, Havi and Diana did savor some of the fruits Havi had previously prepared.
Havi proceeded to swiftly crack open two young coconuts, draining their contents into a bamboo-shaped receptacle, traditionally used for storing sugar cane water. Lucky for Havi, the owner of the timber did lend it to him.
'Twas a considerable spell of waiting before the tapioca had fully cooked. As the duo waited, Diana didst recommence their discourse, partaking of the fruits in the meantime.
Verily, the discourse betwixt Havi and Diana didst continue, entwine tales of Diana's uncle, who doth suffer such despair from the sabotage of a rival company. Havi, having full comprehension of the story, didst then pose a question.
"Forgive me, if I may ask, what manner of factory doth thy uncle's company produce?", doth Havi inquire.
With a sigh, Diana responds. "My uncle doth possess a textile factory, bearing the name of Nujaya Ltd. The sabotage, verily, results from my uncle Haryo's inability to acquire the necessary raw materials. The rubber tree resin, you see, is exceedingly challenging to procure".
Havi, in a most sudden manner, did spew forth the fruit he was partaking upon. Gasping and choking, he does exclaim.
"Rubber sap?!?", exclaims Havi, half-shouting.
"Drink this!", Diana replies, proffering the small bamboo receptacle filled with coconut water. With eyes that widen in disbelief, she doth shake her head, observing Havi's peculiar conduct.
"Forgive me, didst thou mention that thy uncle doth require rubber sap?", doth Havi ask for a second time.
"Not only doth he require it, but he doth need it to a great extent. I pray that my uncle's factory will not be bankrupted. Alas, I pity my uncle!", Diana does answer, with resignation.
Havi, with purpose in his stance, didst then direct his words unto Diana, his gaze firm and resolute.
"Diana, I implore you, make query to thy uncle. How many units of rubber sap doth he require? I, Havi, do solemnly pledge my word that I will procure it for him, to what extent!", Havi declared, his voice resounding with unwavering determination.
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