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Shabila laughed, occasionally moaning when naughty hands squeezed her soft curves. Someone hugged her from behind, kissed her neck, and left wet marks there. Shabila even let those naughty hands remove the mini dress she was wearing, leaving only her lingerie to cling to her body.
"Everyone, come down and take turns dancing with me. Why are you just sitting here alone?" She approached a man who was enjoying his drink.
In a corner of the club, far from the crowd of visitors, a man looked dejected, sighing with regret. It was heavy living because his beloved wife had left him.
The man, none other than Gibran, had trapped Viska there, resulting in her pregnancy, and they were forced to marry. Now, Shabila was reliving that story.
While others were lightly touching her, Gibran wasn't interested at all. He preferred to be alone, which challenged Shabila to seduce him.
It was quite difficult, but when Shabila sat on Gibran's lap, the item that resembled his glasses had disappeared without a trace. While squeezing, Shabila displayed her beauty.
Which man could resist such an offer? Gibran was no exception. He had been enjoying Shabila's body all along, especially since he was now getting drunk.
Without a word, Gibran carried Shabila, who was almost undressed. "Darling, one VIP room, put it on my tab!" he cheered to the bartender. He booked a room for him and Gibran. Tonight, Shabila had decided that her life would remain like this. She was too lazy to be good, but in the end, she wasn't valued at all.
In her opinion, this was better. Clear and reasonable; she was discarded after serving for free. But there was satisfaction, and no feelings involved. It already made her moan in a restrained manner, withholding pleasure because of Gibran's thrusts. It was intense and experienced. She didn't have to work too hard when she was with Bryan. Shabila reached the peak multiple times before Gibran collapsed on her innocent body.
Gibran enjoyed the wreckage left by Viska with Shabila, both of them in shambles. Meanwhile, Viska sat alone in a park. Although the sky had darkened, she had no intention of moving from there. In her hand was a photo of Nicholas, the one who used to bring her happiness.
However, because of the cheating by Bryan and Gibran, it had all come to an end. If only time could be turned back, maybe they would never have listened to the nonsense from those two men. But it was all too late, and Nicholas had found his happiness.
Yet perhaps she could reach out to Nicholas in a kind way. Because a man could have two wives, and that wasn't a problem, especially since Nicholas had everything, from wealth to a good job. Even if a man had four or five wives, it wasn't an issue because he could manage his finances very well.
In her solitude in the park, Viska soon had an uninvited guest. He sat down beside her and chuckled mockingly.
Their situations were the same. Viska was frustrated after learning that Nicholas was going to marry Alesya. She knew that when a man had principles and goals, he wouldn't waver even when challenged by many. For example, Nicholas had never accepted anything from his parents after choosing to live independently out there.
As for Bryan, he was troubled, forced to manage a struggling company. He had also made the wrong choice between Shabila and Alesya, losing track of Silvi, who seemed to have disappeared into another part of the world.
"Don't dwell on it too much so you can find a better way back," Bryan said. His intention was to get some fresh air after looking after his father in the hospital, but he saw Viska sitting alone in the park, not far from where his father was being treated.
He wanted to ignore her, but it felt wrong because the woman was still brokenhearted due to her past mistakes. As a human being, there was some guilt lingering in Bryan's heart when he saw Shabila sitting there alone.
"Why did you accept Gibran's offer back then? Even though you knew that Nicholas and I loved each other. I don't know what was going on in your mind, capable of hurting Nicholas and tarnishing his reputation."
"Not hurting, but rather, I didn't want him to stand out too much in the family. As you know, he can live independently without any help from our parents, even helping renovate the house to its current luxury. Since that incident, Mom and Dad started looking at him differently and comparing me to Nicholas. I didn't like any of that, so I felt extremely compelled to ruin your relationship with him so that he would be heartbroken. And sure enough, he went through a tough time, and I returned to being number one in our parents' eyes."
"But this isn't fair to me, Sis. I truly love him, and it's come to this. So, I'm really demanding justice from you. Help me get back Nicholas's love like it used to be."
Bryan chuckled, “even if you flip to the end of the world, it won't change anything about the decision Nicholas made. After years of being in a relationship with him, of course you know what my sister's character is like. He wouldn't want to change his mind as long as Alesya gave him the same thing.
"Seeing how Alesya is, of course I'm sure she is a good woman."
“And I also ask nicely. As you know, everything I experienced was due to a simple misunderstanding. Don't pretend you don't know because you are the one who supports all of Gibran's plans to destroy Nicholas, right? So now I want Big Brother to take responsibility for all the destruction.” Viska's voice started to rise. She didn't accept it because Bryan was reluctant to help her.
"That's fine, you're the only one who is stupid and doesn't believe in your own lover. They say love, but like this.” Bryan got up from his seat. "I thought sitting here would relieve my boredom, but instead it made my problems worse and I couldn't find a solution. Good night." Leaving Viska alone in the park.
“Bad brother!” Viska exclaimed completely unexpectedly. The woman really needed a place to vent her anger, which had been bottled up all this time. What's more, losing Nicholas unfairly like Bryan and Gibran did to him, even though the two men knew how much he loved Nicholas.
Even though in the past this man was full of material shortcomings, it felt unfair that he had helped Nicholas from zero suddenly fall into the hands of another woman when he had reached the highest peak of his career, as a chef and owner of a well-known restaurant in the city.
Whereas? No. Bryan just continued walking towards the car parked quite far away.
However, unexpectedly two thugs disturbed Viska. Without being able to stop him, he dragged him away to a quiet side of the park.
169"What do you want?" Viska tried to struggle, ready to scream but her mouth was gagged with a handkerchief. Both hands were grabbed and dragged to the end, where it was dark and there was no one there. Viska continued to struggle as her clothes began to be stripped off. “Heartbroken, huh, left by his previous boyfriend? "Here, we'll treat you, so that beautiful won't cry anymore," teased one of them, ready to take a sip and squeeze Viska's mochi. Another person faithfully waited his turn, while locking the woman's hands so that his friend could freely enjoy.Luckily, Bryan's conscience was awakened, he chased Viska and taught the two drunk men a lesson. Saving Viska, who almost became a victim there.Viska sobbed, hugging her knees. Regret screaming because Bryan was almost hit several times. He was also afraid that something scary like that would happen to him even though the location was not very quiet, there were still vehicles passing by and several people walking on the other
170“But Nik. I really want to know how far Abi's affair went. I also want to know whether it is true that this woman was playing with fire behind Mommy's back? You know, don't you, I..."Alesya trailed off when Nicholas kissed her lips. “Darling, listen to me. There is no longer any point in bringing up the past of someone who has died. What's more, he is your father, so let all this disgrace be kept under wraps and just focus on your happiness. "I don't want you to get sick thinking about this, honey," persuaded Nicholas gently.He really doesn't want Alesya to be trapped in the wounds of the past, his current intention is to welcome the future so that Alesya can truly find true happiness. Not just pseudo."Instead of thinking about that, it's better if you tell me where you dream of going on your honeymoon. Even though we have done it often, I still want to give a special gift to my future wife." Pinching Alesya's sharp nose.Alesya hugged Nicholas tightly, letting their skin touch
171Gibran silenced Shabila by placing his hand over her mouth. "Please, don't bring that up because you don't understand why I was willing to do all of that.""Fine, if you don't want to talk about it. Now, you have to take me home! If I get pregnant, you'll be responsible," Shabila said as she started putting on her clothes. Gibran enjoyed every moment of it, admiring her beauty."Do you want to stay here?" Shabila asked, as Gibran hadn't moved from his seat. He didn't even blink. "Or do you want a round two?" she teased.If Gibran wanted that, she would gladly give him a second round. It would be a way to ease herself back into her old lifestyle."No, thank you," Gibran quickly put on his clothes. "Why are you just standing there like that?" He glanced at Shabila, who was only wearing a triangular piece of fabric at her lower half."Why can't I find my clothes? Where could they be?" Shabila scratched her non-itchy head, searching back and forth under the blanket, pillows, and even
172"Hai, Nicholas!" Viska waved her hand at Nicholas. Her smile was radiant when she met Nicholas at the hospital.Behind Viska, Bryan followed, his face looking gloomy and uneasy. The opposite of the bright morning."Hello, Vis," Alesya responded to Viska's greeting. Nicholas, on the other hand, averted his gaze to the side and canceled his intention to leave the room because Viska and Bryan were at the doorway of Handoko's hospital room.Viska frowned, rolling her eyes lazily. She didn't like Alesya responding to her greeting. She wanted to drag Alesya out of the room, but she had to maintain her image to appear good in Nicholas's eyes."So, is the wedding today?" Bryan asked, breaking Viska's trance. She hadn't expected Nicholas and Alesya's wedding to take place today."Of course!" Nicholas smiled. "Don't forget to quickly handle the divorce papers between you and Alesya so that we can legally solemnize our marriage. I also want your blessing as my older brother." Nicholas extend
173So, whether it's Nicholas or Bryan, it's not a significant issue. What's clear is that you've chosen the right partner from the Handoko lineage." Mariana spoke. Viska still had a very happy expression when Mariana hugged her.Nicholas and Bryan came from the same parents, but Nicholas had much higher worth than Bryan because he was so gentle, understanding, and warm. Until this day, Viska could still feel all of that, even though it only remained as fragments of memories.Nicholas tightly held Alesya's hand as they climbed each step, heading to a room that was said to be a silent witness to so many weddings of human beings.Today, Nicholas and Alesya would have a simple wedding there. After returning from the ceremony, they planned to go back to the village for their honeymoon. While on the way to the distant village, they would distribute some food and packed meals to underprivileged children or elderly folks who were still struggling, fighting for their survival on the streets,
174Releasing her tiredness for a moment, Alesya sat on the sofa. Leaning there, and throwing his head back. Occasionally he seemed to take a deep breath, forming a plan for what he would do before searching his parents' room."Honey," said Nicholas. Standing behind Alesya, he kissed his wife's lips briefly."Already?" Alesya replied. Rubbed Nicholas' jaw, which was starting to grow fine hair. She made sure that her husband had locked the main door.Nicholas nodded. "Of course." His hand reached out to squeeze Alesya's moci. "Suddenly I wanted to do it here."Alesya closed her eyes. Feeling Nicholas's squeeze always aroused her desire."Of course, darling," said Alesya, agreeing to her husband's wishes. He also imagined how to make love in the living room, something they had never done before.Nicholas tugged at the corners of his lips. Turning around the sofa, without breaking his gaze from Alesya."I love you," whispered Nicholas, as he guided Alesya to remove every piece of clothin
175Even Liliana knew what had been given to her all this time after going through Lusi first. Alesya squeezed the photos of Aditama and his secret lover tightly.She swore to destroy Lusi to the lowest point in her life. Here, she hated Lusi more than Handoko, who forcibly took her father's company. Because of that woman, she lost her mother forever. It's not that Alesya hated material possessions; she was never taught to live lavishly. She was truly simple. Very different from her friends, and even now, Alesya couldn't drive a car because she was comfortable with the automatic motorcycle Liliana gave her for her 19th birthday."Where are you from, Darling?" Nicholas tried hard to open his eyes, which felt sore from being abruptly awakened. If Alesya hadn't suddenly laid down beside him and reached for his hand to hug her, Nicholas would still be in shock."I just came from the bathroom, I was going to sleep again, but I couldn't because I couldn't resist leaving your embrace." Alesy
176Again, Alesya nodded quickly. "Of course.""Alright, since you understand what I'm saying, pack your things now. We're going for a walk!" Nicholas exclaimed, so Alesya could return to her usual self.Honestly, Nicholas felt a bit uncomfortable seeing Alesya suddenly change drastically like before, and he was lucky that he could easily control his wife. Because Alesya was obedient by nature.As he waited for Alesya to pack, Nicholas began to clean up the remnants of their celebration. Of course, he was assisted by several villagers who had come to help. Nicholas was truly grateful to those who came to assist and liven up the event.And when everything was done, Nicholas invited Alesya to tour the village. Not by using a car but by borrowing an automatic scooter from one of the villagers. Nicholas didn't forget to give some money as payment for renting the scooter."Tell me a place we can visit to relax and unwind.""There's no massage place here, Nik," Alesya replied from behind."
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