THE LOVE OF MY LIFE
84. Books

Nayla's office workspace was filled with piles of books still waiting to be signed.

"Social media is about your book, Nay," Adrian said.

"The requirement to buy a book does not make them feel burdened. They just happily accept the terms when buying a book this time," he said again.

"I didn't even expect Mr. Darwin to prepare this very carefully, but it still exploded in the market" Nayla said.

"They were just asked not to publish your photos and buy them with an identity card, but they were happy to do so" Adrian said.

"A comment that shows any objection, barely appears. Only, some do question why should use an identity card to get your book," said Adrian.

"Heemm,," murmured Nayla quietly.

Nayla is still busy signing autographs on every book that has been printed and will publish a few days later.

"What made you do this, Nay?" ask Adrian.

"I just remember Rose once suggested this. I don't know why, I want to follow his advice" Nayla explained.

"Are you also going to open your identity in public someday? If so, this is a very good first step" Adrian said.

"I did think about it, but I haven't decided yet" replied Nayla.

"Arrgghh, when will this be finished? I've been doing this for five hours, and it's still not done" complained Nayla throwing her pen.

"Hey, thank God it's only hundreds, not thousands as usual" Adrian said with a laugh.

"I'd rather make a script than do this" Nayla grumbled.

"When you're familiar, there will be a day when you have a signature session and meet your fans" Adrian said, taking Nayla's pen.

"I just hope, it's not this close time" replied Nayla.

"Unfortunately, I can't help in this part" said Adrian putting a pen on his desk.

"How much is left?" ask Nayla.

"Just 200" replied Adrian lightly.

"Haahh," said Nayla.

"Ah, I almost forgot," said Nayla suddenly straightened up.

"What?" adrian asked confusedly.

"Adrian, do you remember anything about, Val?" ask Nayla.

"Val?" adrian's forehead creased, and tried to remember something.

"It's like I read that name in one of your letters" Adrian replied. " But I doubt it too" he added.

"Tck, I think it's Rose who will remember this" decak Nayla said.

"Then you call him" Adrian said.

"I'm sure he'll be happy if you also tell him this news" Adrian added.

Nayla's phone rang to coincide with Adrian finishing his sentence. When Nayla saw the screen of her phone, she smiled broadly and showed the caller to Adrian who immediately smiled after seeing it. 'ROSE'

"A very pleasant surprise" Nayla said after sticking her mobile phone in her ear.

"I was just talking about you with Adrian, and you called me" he added.

"Hoo, does that mean you miss me?" welcome Rose to laughter.

"Very. I haven't heard from you in the last few days. How are you?" ask Nayla.

"Very good, and I hope you are too" Rose replied.

"I'm not dying, you know?" welcome Nayla to chuckle softly.

"I'm good too" he added.

"Hey, tell me! Are you really going to put your picture in the book that will be published this time?" ask Rose.

"Well, that's true, and this book is all, '" replied Nayla.

"This is very exciting news, I'm happy to hear it" Rose said.

"You've had a lot of surprises this time. You were in a relationship with the singer, news of the accident and now you're opening up your identity" Rose said.

"What can I say? I thought about what you said to me, and thought about trying it. Trying to get out of my comfort zone" replied Nayla.

"Of course it's not easy for you" Rose said.

"Yes, but I know I'm not alone" Nayla said, glancing at Adrian.

"You can count on me and Adrian, as well as those around you" Rose said

"You're right. Ah, I want to ask you something" said Nayla.

"What's that?" ask Rose.

"of course. He's the only one of your fans who sends letters and gifts the most. Including your favorite books, most of which you get from it" Rose said. "Why?" coined.

"I've only ever accidentally met him, and I doubt if they're the same person or not" Nayla replied.

"So apparently, then, you can say what you want to know when he sends you back a letter" Rose suggested.

"I'll think about it later, thank you, Rose," Nayla said.

"It's not a problem" Rose replied. "Hey, I have to go. I have to prepare dinner" said Rose.

"Ah, I almost forgot that. The time difference is sometimes a little disturbing" continued Nayla.

"Ha ha ha, you're right. Give me the news often, Nay," Rose said.

"Of course, I'll work on that" Nayla said.

Rose ended her call.

'Why do I feel like they are the same person. The last time I met him was before the incident happened, and until now never to see him again,'

Nayla shakes her head and tries to refocus on what lies ahead.

### Elsewhere.

Meanwhile, in the building where Rory lives, Thomas, Nathan and Ethan who read the news about the book to be published with their idol author identity greet him enthusiastically.

Those who were gathered in the lounge room talked about books, forgetting that Rory, Kevin and Martin knew nothing about the books they were talking about.

"I should be able to get the book" Ethan said.

"I want to get it too. Here it says printed books are very limited, and when buying, must use an identity card" said Thomas.

"No problem. It's worth it that I can get the book" replied Ethan.

"In addition, this is a special edition book where there will be photos and signatures of the original author" he added.

"I agree" said Thomas.

"When was the book published?" ask Ethan.

"Three more days" Nathan said.

"I hope we don't have a schedule for the day" Nathan said.

"I wonder, what makes the three of you so fond of NYLOES books,?" ask Kevin.

"It will be easier to explain if you read just one book, then you will understand" replied Thomas lightly.

Nathan got up from his seat and went into his room. Soon he returned with a book in his hand.

"Read it for ten minutes, let's see if you're going to keep reading or tossing this book" Nathan challenged.

Not to forget, Nathan also gave a book with a different title to Martin and Rory.

The three of them accepted reluctantly, and began to open a book that had a cover with a simple pattern, then read it.

As time passed, none of the three of them seemed to want to stop reading. They read each book in their hands. When Nathan snatches the book out of Kevin's hands, Kevin protests and asks for it back.

"How's it?" nathan asked raise his eyebrows.

"Are you aware, you've been reading for half an hour?" satir Nathan.

Rory and Martin looked up at Nathan, then turned to look at the clock in the room. And true, they had unwittingly enjoyed the book to the point of not feeling the time travel quickly.

"I admit, it's a good book" praised Rory.

"I feel carried away in the atmosphere that is in this book" he added.

"Okay, my opinion is the same. It's a good book - ah no, it's a very good book" Martin said sincerely.

"I can't comment, because I didn't find any flaws in this book. And well, one word, great!" praise Kevin.

Thomas and Ethan cheered happily.

"I think I can understand why this book is always sold out in a matter of days. But why will the book to be published this time actually reduce the number? Not increasing the number of books?" ask Martin.

"Because the book that will be published later contains the original photo and signature of the author, where the author who has been covering his true identity," explained Ethan.

"But, if with that, wouldn't anyone who bought it be able to spread the picture?" timpal Rory's.

"It's not that simple. Anyone who buys the book is required not to publish what they get and buy the book with an identity card to keep the author's privacy" Ethan explained.

"But there are rumors that someday, sometime, the author will appear in front of the media" Nathan continued.

Rory doesn't listen to what Nathan has to say, her mind goes back to Nayla who helps her friend propose to someone she loves.

'What can I do for him? he could even have such a sweet plan for his friend, then what could I plan to do now to propose to him?' inner Rory.

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