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Instead of sitting relaxed in a restaurant, Alesya feels better at home. Become a useful human being instead of following Nicholas wherever he goes. In fact, it becomes a burden that always follows him wherever he goes.
"You are sure?"
Alesya nodded quickly. Before Nicholas changed his mind and took her away instead.
"Yes, then I'll go first."
"Wait!!"
“Wait what? I forgot something?"
Alesya nodded. One step closer to Nicholas. His face lifted.
"Why?" Nicholas was confused now.
Alesya waved her hand. Asking Nicholas to bend down a little so he could whisper, "There's Bryan, you don't want this first, do you?"
"This?" Nicholas' eyebrows knit together.
Instead of explaining Alesya nodded. Biting her lip, showing off very seductive pink lips.
“Ah, yeah, I forgot.” Nicholas' voice was a little high. Cupped Alesya's cheeks. Kiss his left and right cheeks. Forehead and nose. It ended with a short, wet kiss on his lips.
“You are careful at home. Don't go anywhere without me."
"Yes. You be careful too. And if you can, have lunch at home later, OK!"
“Yip.” Nicholas raised his thumb. “If I have time, I will definitely stop by here first. "Have lunch with you, but don't forget to cook me a special menu."
"What?"
"Please create it as you wish."
"Okay then. If that's what you want."
Nicholas tugged at the corners of his lips. He rubbed Alesya's cheek before leaving. And... this is the moment that always makes Nicholas reluctant to go. Leaving Alesya alone at home.
Usually, if you want to go, just go. It's not clear whether he will go home or not. He didn't even say goodbye. Suddenly it was gone, without anyone knowing. Except for security who opened the gate for him.
“Please, don't ask me to be like him again. They are like that because they are friends, not husband and wife.” Shabila chased. Before Bryan opened his mouth, Shabila was sure Bryan would ask him like Alesya.
So selfish.
Alesya just shook her head. Seeing Bryan and Shabila chasing each other. Even though Alesya is not on good terms with Bryan, she is still concerned about the husband and wife couple. They always have disagreements, even though the problems they face are trivial.
Taking a deep breath, Alesya looked at her phone. An odd thought started to creep in.
"I don't have to wait for Nicholas to initiate; I can do it too." Alesya quickly sent a short message to Nicholas to top up her online motorcycle taxi account, claiming she needed to buy something and didn't feel like going out.
Nicholas, still on his way, naturally didn't respond. While waiting, Alesya walked to her room, lay on her bed, and started looking for the type of medicine she needed. It was impudent, but Alesya didn't have any other options. Instead of being haunted by fear, she'd rather trap Nicholas into sleeping with her.
However, just as Alesya was forming her plan, she was already disappointed. Her stomach felt painful, cramps mixed together. And when she checked in the bathroom, her monthly visitor had arrived uninvited, as if not approving of her cunning plan.
"Oh dear... I don't have any sanitary pads," she lamented, cursing the red stain on her underwear. She wanted to scold the red stain for ruining her plan to trap Nicholas.
With a reluctant step, Alesya returned to her room. She stood there while trying to contact Nicholas. She wanted to order something, but she had no cash at all. Nicholas had only given her a debit card. Alesya had to go out herself to buy it. She didn't want the bloodstain to show before she reached the minimarket or something.
As a result, Nicholas, who couldn't be reached, led Alesya to Bryan and Shabila's room. All for a piece of bread, until Nicholas responded to her message.
In that room, Shabila still refused to talk to Bryan due to her irritation with her husband. Shabila even pulled the suitcase out from beside the wardrobe.
"What do you want?" Bryan grabbed the suitcase from Shabila before it could be filled with her clothes.
"I want to go back to my father's house. You're useless, aren't you?" Shabila replied coldly. She tried to grab the suitcase back from Bryan, leading to a tug-of-war.
"Sha, don't be like this."
"You started it, right? Well, then, instead of making you miserable, I'd rather leave. After all, you need a maid, not a wife."
"Yes, I was wrong." Bryan held onto Shabila's arm. "I'm sorry if I was wrong and demanded too much from you. But please, don't go. I don't want this problem to drag on, Sha. Remember, I love you very much."
"You do love me. I know that. I love you too, and you know that, right? But why are you acting as if you're punishing me?"
"I'm not punishing you, Sha."
"If it's not punishing me, then what is it?"
"Alright, if that's your judgment of me. I beg you, give me one more chance to fix all of this. Please trust me, Sha."
"I'll give you one more chance. But one thing you must know, there won't be another chance, just once. Understand?"
"I understand." Bryan could breathe a sigh of relief now.
"As a way to make amends, you have to buy me a phone like Alesya's. I don't want to hear any excuses!" Shabila stated firmly.
"Kiss me first if you really want to."
“Yan… don't start!” Shabila quipped, narrowing her eyes.
"Just a little." Bryan took the cell phone out of his hand. “I immediately ordered that you love me. Just a little."
"Order first and I'll give you a surprise." Turning Bryan's body so he turned around. “Once you are finished, please turn right. More than love I give."
Bryan complied. The deal that Shabila made really interested him. It feels like there is a tempting offer there. It's okay to lose money as long as Shabila repays it in kind.
And while Bryan was busy looking for a cell phone that looked like Alesya's, Shabila was also busy removing the clothes that were attached to her body one by one. Until nothing else can stop you
Bryan to see what he had in store.
However, unfortunately, what Shabila was doing was also seen by Alesya through the slightly open bedroom door. Because they had entered in a noisy manner, Shabila and Bryan did not realize that the door to their room was not completely closed.
Dodge? It doesn't seem like it... Alesya actually sharpened her eyes to see what Shabila was doing until Bryan couldn't refuse her invitation to produce children.
Alesya's eyes widened. When Bryan turned around and saw Shabila not wearing anything. The man showed proof of ordering the cellphone he wanted.
Suddenly Shabila was happy. He stood on tiptoe. Kissed Bryan's lips and guided his husband's hands to cup the two hanging moci. Alesya gulped, imagining herself and Nicholas doing the same thing.
His body felt hot and cold now. Because the scene is getting hotter and more passionate. Moreover, when Bryan entered, Shabila's mouth opened. Releasing such a loud sigh.
Alesya shook her head. Expel the strange vortex that now makes him wet down there. If only Nicholas were there, it seems Alesya would no longer hesitate to force the man to do it.
"Is that delicious?" Alesya squeezed the door knob. Restraining the desire that also flows in his blood. Alesya wanted to come in and ask to try.
However, all those crazy thoughts vanished in an instant when she felt her phone vibrating in her hand.
137Alesya quickly stepped away to answer a call from Nicholas."What's up, Al?" Nicholas greeted once the call connected.Alesya, breathless from seeing Bryan and Shabila not responding, didn't answer immediately. She focused on catching her breath first."Al," Nicholas called again."I-it's my time of the month. I need you to top up my online motorcycle taxi account, Nik. I need to...""Alright, I'll do it, and you can order right away. Oh, by the way, I wanted to tell you, Al.""W-what?""Devin's wedding has been moved up. After leaving here, I'm going straight to the hotel. I won't be able to come back before everything's finished.""Moved up." Alesya sat down on the floor. Her aching stomach was nothing compared to the pain in her heart upon hearing that Devin's wedding was being moved up.Was that it? Was the love Devin once proclaimed for her only going this far? So instead of canceling the wedding, they're moving it up?"I hope everything wraps up soon so we can prepare for ou
138"Yan, your father is coming back in twenty days. I don't want to hear it; everything has to go the way I want it. I don't want any mistakes when your father conducts the inspection," Shabila reminded Handoko's responsibilities. "Also, take this with you. Isn't this Devin's wedding gift for his wife?" She waved a document toward Bryan."Yes, I know. Everything is going as your father wanted. You've heard yourself that Alesya is no longer intact. And as for the certificate, Devin didn't say anything. I'm just supposed to deliver it during the reception. He said it's a birthday gift for his beloved.""It could be. Their wedding has been moved up, which means today is significant for them.""It could be." Bryan adjusted his appearance. As a VIP guest, he had to look presentable to meet new clients, including someone willing to inject funds into his company, even if it meant using Alesya's house as collateral.And Bryan didn't know exactly what made Devin suddenly come and offer a siza
139"Eventually, I should have accepted Father's offer," Nicholas continued to curse, blaming himself. He fantasized about how he should have followed his father's wishes earlier. However, it was all too late now because all the power was in Bryan's hands."Oh, look who's all dressed up. Where are you headed, beautiful?" Nicholas teased, trying to conceal the fear that now enveloped him."Wants to take me to a wedding. Come on, so we don't miss out on the rendang, or we'll be left with just galangal," Alesya replied, playfully teasing Nicholas."Alright, let's go to the boutique first to pick up the dress you designed. I've also ordered a matching suit to go with your gown.""Oh, really? Is the dress ready?" Alesya was incredibly excited. It was the first time her design had been transformed into an actual dress."Yes, it is. I was just contacted, and they said...""Come on, Nik!" Alesya urged, dragging Nicholas along. She was too eager to see how the dress turned out.Throughout the
140Alesya was taken aback. Her blood raced. She saw the folder containing the certificate for her house."Bryan used it as collateral for a debt to me.""Collateral?" Alesya chuckled. "You, lending money to Bryan? Aren't you mistaken, Dev? Do you think I'm stupid and don't know how much wealth and income you have?""True, but you have to remember who Silvi is. I married her not out of revenge for your and Bryan's marriage, but as a way for me to get a lot of money to pay off your debt.""No way." Alesya stepped back. Devin, who was starting to walk towards her, frightened her to death."It's up to you whether you believe it or not. But that's what happened. And I'm here to help you break free from all of this, Al. I will get you pregnant so that all the assets you own can be returned to you. And I promise to assist you until you can live like you used to. I won't let them interfere with our love child.""No!" Alesya pushed away Devin's hand trying to embrace her. "You're insane, Dev.
141Nicholas was hot and cold. Want to refuse. Wanting to maintain his image as a man who turned around, he could no longer because Alesya had squeezed his hardened sister. Quickly, the girl pushed Nicholas and unhooked Nicholas' trousers.The man was not ready to dodge because Alesya was sitting on his thigh. Without being able to stop him, his younger brother straightened up and greeted Alesya who hurriedly grabbed him. Aiming at the pink pillow. Without knowing what impact his actions would have."Oh my God, Alesya!!"“Nicholas!!” Alesya screamed. His body was crushed. Destroyed. It was as if it was split in two when he pressed and sank Nicholas into his body without any lubricant at all.“Al….” Nicholas sat down and hugged Alesya. Down there, Nicholas felt his sister had broken Alesya's crown."S-it hurts," he whispered. Squeezing Nicholas' shoulder tightly.Nicholas hugged Alesya. Rubbing his back. I swear to God, Nicholas didn't know what else to do with the part of his body tha
142It's up to Bryan what he wants to do. The important thing is not to disturb Alesya's life, for today and forever.Nicholas put his forehead against Alesya's. The corners of his lips lifted, happy to be the first man to have Alesya completely."Thank You." Alesya brought her hand to touch Nicholas' cheek. Wiping the sweat that was still dripping there. Alesya wanted to express her feelings, but couldn't because Nicholas' cell phone in his jacket pocket rang. So loud it broke the silence in the hotel room."Pick up first!" asked Alesya. Looking at Nicholas' jacket at the end of the bed. He was afraid it was a very important call, because Nicholas still had responsibilities down there.I don't know how long they did it. Alesya doesn't know. Even though it was only released once, Alesya felt tired of keeping up with Nicholas' strength. He was also weak, several times hit by the release.“Just a moment.” Nicholas slowly pulled away and let go of their union. Grabbed the tissue on the n
143 "He came back here earlier to retrieve the documents and your house certificate. He also told me that he had divorced Silvi.""W-what? He divorced Silvi? That can't be true.""Yes, he told me that himself. If what he's doing now is all because of you, Al.""Me?" Alesya pointed to herself.Nicholas nodded, "He said he married Silvi just to get a sum of money. To get some payments so he could buy back your house or pay off the remaining debt. That way, he could return to you and rekindle the relationship like before.""Is that true?" Alesya chased disbelief in Nicholas's words, which sounded more like a fairy tale than reality."Why would I lie, like I have no other job to do but lie to you?" Nicholas replied sharply."Not like that, Nik.""Then what?" Nicholas raised an eyebrow."I really can't believe Devin divorced Silvi," Alesya sighed. "Just a few hours after their wedding. When I met him at your restaurant, he emphasized that I should let him go because he had found a new lov
144Silvi was stunned, looking at Alesya in disbelief at everything she was saying. How could Devin choose her when she had desperately pursued Devin until the very end?Until she gave up and went to the city, following her parents. Back on the path she should have been on, no longer hoping for the man who already had a girlfriend.Silvi had also buried all her feelings until Devin came back and asked her to get married. It turned out that everything was just a facade; Devin came to ask for an opportunity for an ambition, and no one knew why.While Alesya and Devin's relationship had ended when he came to her."Is it fair for you to blame me for all of this now, Sil?" Alesya shook her head. "No, in fact, I want to question what made you both get married on my birthday, with the exact decorations I had dreamed of. Even the wedding dress you're wearing right now has been my dream all this time, and look at the crystal beads circling your shoulders right now, that was my dream. I told De
Gibran continued, "As for our divorce, I've already agreed to it. We'll proceed with the legal process, and you'll be free to start a new chapter in your life. I hope you find the happiness you deserve."The conversation between Viska and Gibran marked the beginning of the end of their tumultuous marriage. While their emotions were still raw, they had come to a mutual understanding that it was time to move on and seek happiness elsewhere.Gibran's frustration and pent-up emotions poured out as he defended his actions. He felt betrayed by Viska, who had consistently pushed him away and made unfavorable comparisons with Nicholas. Their relationship had become a battleground of insecurities, and Gibran had sought solace with Shabila.Viska's accusations stung, but Gibran was determined to make her understand the context of his actions. He continued, "Viska, I don't want to justify what I did, but it was a result of our broken marriage. We both contributed to its downfall. I needed someth
190"Also," Bryan paused, kissing Silvi's lips briefly."Don't forget that the night we were together, I can assure you, it's my child."Silvi shook her head. "It's not Devin's child. Do you think after that night, I didn't do anything with other men? Did you really think that night was the only time someone touched me? No, there have been many other nights with so many men because I felt like I wasn't pure anymore. So I was free to do it with anyone since my life was already a mess.""S-so... instead of slightly more ruining myself, and the last time it was done to me was by Devin. That's why he's willing to take responsibility. He's also convinced that this is his child."Bryan let out a bitter laugh, releasing Silvi from his embrace. "Is that so?" He loosened his tie, which had felt suffocating after hearing Silvi's explanation. "Let's prove that what you said is true." He took off the suit jacket that clung to his body.“W-what are you doing?” Silvi stepped back. Hugging her own b
189"No way! I won't leave until I meet Gibran. He has to take responsibility for this child," Shabila insisted, refusing to budge. She held onto Viska and stood her ground."Leave, I said! Go!"Viska couldn't bear Shabila's stubbornness and forcefully pulled her arm, nearly causing Shabila to stumble."What's wrong with you!" Shabila pushed away Viska's hand and fixed her disheveled hair. "Are you afraid your husband's actions will be known to your parents? Or is it that you refuse to accept the truth?" Shabila began to rant."I don't understand what you're saying. Now leave!" Viska demanded."Wait, Viska! Mom wants to ask this woman something." Viska's mother restrained her daughter and turned to Shabila. "Why did you let my granddaughter get pregnant? Don't you know he's already married? What do you want from us? Money?"Shabila seethed with anger. Her dignity felt insulted when the middle-aged woman mentioned money."Do you think I'm a lowly woman who just surrenders her body to a
188Shabila spent the whole day in frustration, angry that she couldn't meet Gibran at his cafe. She paced back and forth in her room, thinking of ways to meet him."Do you think you can avoid me forever? You won't be able to, Gibran. I have to make you take responsibility for the child I'm carrying. You won't be able to escape. Just wait and see."Shabila clenched her fists, planning a thousand ways to meet Gibran. "If I can't find you at the cafe, I'll come to your house. Let's see if you can still avoid me," she muttered to herself.Gibran decided to visit the club where he had met Shabila some time ago. He had a bad feeling about Shabila's visit to his cafe and wanted to find out what had really happened between them that night. Honestly, Gibran didn't remember much because he had been heavily intoxicated that night.Upon arriving at the club, Gibran called one of the waitresses and conveyed his request to meet with the club's owner."I'd like to discuss something important with y
187"What brand would you like, Miss?" The employee asked while displaying several different brands of pregnancy tests.Shabila looked puzzled, which only fueled the employee's suspicions. "Is this your first time buying a pregnancy test?" she guessed with a condescending glance."Y-yes," Shabila replied hesitantly. Seeing the employee looking down on her, Shabila's heart began to boil. "I am already married, just so you know. Here's my ID," she said abruptly, opening her wallet and showing her ID card, which still stated her marital status as MARRIED. Her divorce from Arya was only religious; it wasn't legally recognized yet.Seeing the ID placed on the counter, the pharmacy employee became flustered. She was torn between embarrassment and guilt. "I'm s-sorry, Miss, I didn't mean to—""It's fine, I understand!" Shabila retorted sharply, then pointed towards the pregnancy tests. "So, which one is the best?" she asked.She deliberately didn't want to prolong the issue since she wanted
186Several days had passed, and today was the ceremonial bath event for Silvi. Everything was well-prepared, and the guests were moved by the event, which was expertly guided by the paid organizers, arranged by Silvi's parents. Silvi's large family wore matching light green kebaya, while Devin's family, who were present, wore light blue kebaya. The event was conducted with great solemnity, and Silvi looked beautiful despite wearing makeup that wasn't too flashy.This ceremony included many symbols and motifs that served as lessons or guidelines for the couple, influencing their married life. These symbols or motifs mainly conveyed advice and useful insights for the newlyweds' life together. That's why Mama Silvi insisted on holding the ceremonial bath event, even though Silvi and Devin had been married before.In addition to the food ordered for the guests and relatives, the organizers had prepared specific dishes usually served during this ceremonial bath event. These included tumpe
185Meanwhile, Silvi and Devin listened to the doctor's explanations during the examination. Silvi's pregnancy was already at three weeks. The doctor prescribed vitamins and anti-nausea medication since Silvi mentioned she often felt dizzy and nauseous. Devin didn't ask any questions because it was his first time in a obstetrician's office. He was confused about how to react. Silvi was the one who asked all the questions.Silvi got her next appointment scheduled, and then they left. Devin and Silvi went to the hospital's pharmacy to pick up the prescribed medicines first. Then, Devin asked Silvi where she wanted to go."I don't know. I just feel like lying down in my room.""Why's that? Don't you want to go out together?" Devin asked softly. They were now in the car. "How about having ice cream and buying some new sleepwear for you?""What's the point of buying sleepwear?""Because you're pregnant, and I want you to sleep comfortably. How about it?""I don't want to," Silvi said, maki
184As a father, whose heart wouldn't break upon learning that his daughter is pregnant with no official partner by her side? He felt like a terrible father, willing to do anything as long as the man who impregnated his daughter, Silvi, would take responsibility.Pregnancy is never an easy journey for a woman, especially without a husband by her side. The man Silvi referred to as the father finally decided to find Devin, the man who should be held accountable for what happened to Silvi. He took a taxi to Devin's whereabouts, hoping that he would indeed be there. Impatiently sitting in the taxi, the weary-looking man, no longer in his youth, stared at his phone screen. The journey from the city to the village was quite long, which was why he opted for a taxi. Besides, he didn't want any unpleasant conversations about Silvi if he had brought his driver along.Fortunately, he found out about Silvi's pregnancy before it was too late, or who knows what might have happened. He sighed wearil
183Nicholas didn't want anything to happen to their unborn child. So, he tried his best to grant her wishes. Besides, Alesya's request was relatively easy to fulfill, and it had been quite some time since they had visited her hometown."Are you happy?" Nicholas asked.Alesya turned and nodded. "I've really missed my hometown. As nice as it is to live in the city, the hometown is the number one place to visit," Alesya replied. "Besides, all my childhood memories are buried there."Hearing Alesya's response, Nicholas could only smile. He, who had lived in the city since childhood, never experienced life in the village. So, he didn't fully understand what Alesya meant. In his mind, Alesya might just miss the peaceful atmosphere of the village because the city was quite noisy."Get some rest; I'll wake you up when we arrive," Nicholas said after a moment of silence."Okay."Alesya adjusted her seating position to make herself more comfortable. She also slightly reclined her seat to make