Unexpected - The Enigma.

Chapter-11

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Arthur's face was set in a determined expression as he gazed into the camera lens, his voice firm and resolute. "Yes, I need this. This album is going to be the last one this year." He had just announced to his manager, Roby, that he would be taking a break from the music industry, and he could sense the surprise and concern emanating from the other end of the video call.

Roby's voice was laced with skepticism as he asked, "Brother, are you sure you are doing this?" Arthur's eyes narrowed slightly, his jaw set in a firm line. He knew that this decision wouldn't be easy, but he was convinced that it was necessary.

"I know you will handle all this properly," Arthur said, his voice filled with a sense of trust and confidence. Roby was not only his manager but also his partner in the music company they had founded together. Arthur knew that he could rely on Roby to keep things running smoothly while he was away.

Roby's expression turned thoughtful, and he nodded slowly. "Yeah, I understand. And anyways, your brother's gonna help me right?" He was referring to Joseph, Arthur's brother, who ran the biggest bodyguard company in the industry. All the idols under Arthur's music company were protected by Joseph's team, and Arthur knew that his brother would be there to support Roby while he was away.

Arthur's face relaxed into a small smile as he replied, "Yeah." The knowledge that his brother and Roby would be working together to keep things running smoothly while he was away was a huge weight off his mind.

Roby's expression turned serious once more. "Ok, so we need to prepare for this. We need to do an official announcement and maybe a live so for the last time you would be able to say goodbye to your fans-" Arthur's face darkened, and he cut Roby off mid-sentence.

"No. Do the announcement but not the live. It will get messy, and right now, I don't need that." Roby's eyes widened slightly, and he looked concerned. "But your fans... Will they take it-" Arthur's voice was firm, his eyes flashing with a hint of steel.

"Roby, I know fans are important... And I'm sure they will understand that I also have my reasons, my choices. They need to respect my decisions too." The silence that followed was palpable, and Arthur could sense Roby's hesitation.

Finally, Roby spoke up, his voice resigned. "Yeah, you know it best. Ok, so bye now. Suddenly you put me under the bridge, and now my vacation is over thanks to you." Arthur's lips twitched into a small smile as he replied, "Yeah, bye. All the best dude."

Roby's voice was dry as he responded, "Yeah, I'm gonna need that." And with that, their call ended, leaving Arthur to his thoughts as he prepared to embark on a new chapter in his life.

★Arthur's pov:-

I let out a sigh of relief as I ended the call with Roby. One thing was finally sorted, but I knew I still had a lot on my plate. I needed to prepare a song ASAP, so I could release it on the day the news of my hiatus would break. This song would be a dedication to my fans, a message to let them know that this wasn't goodbye. I would be back, and I wanted them to know that.

Lost in thought, I didn't notice the knock on my door at first. But then I heard her voice, soft and hesitant. "Arthur...?" she called out. I smiled to myself, recognizing the shy tone. "Yes, Anaya, come in," I replied, inviting her to enter.

The door creaked open, and Anaya slipped inside, her eyes fixed on the floor. She was a vision in white and brown, her high-neck top and short skirt perfectly complemented by her black leggings and brown boots. She looked adorable, and I felt a pang of affection for my little mate.

As she approached me, I noticed that she was fidgeting with the hem of her skirt, a habit she had whenever she was anxious or nervous about something. I gestured for her to take a seat, and she did, her eyes still cast downward. "Do you need something?" I asked, trying to sound casual despite my curiosity.