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"If he loved you, he wouldn't have done this to you."
"Maybe he's desperate. As he told me, he needs money for his mother's surgery.”
"But that's not your responsibility."
“Dad, never mind, I'm fine. Daddy is like that too and after this I promise to take extra care of myself. I also won't easily believe someone's words, even if that person is close to me. And starting today I want to convey to Daddy, Daddy is the only person I trust in this world, so I beg you not to betray and hurt me, Daddy.
I no longer have anyone in this world. Mother, she doesn't look like my mother because of the many wounds she gave me, changing my life to what it is now."
Carlos tightened his embrace. Drowning Cecilia into a hug that was so warm and comforting. Letting the girl cry over all the bad luck she experienced. Carlos also vowed to give Cecilia happiness even if it meant sacrificing his own life.
And this morning Carlos admitted that he felt comfortable when he was with Cecilia, hoping that this girl would be his last love.
What about Margaret? I don't know, Carlos didn't know where the woman's shadow had disappeared to the point where there was no trace at all. And now he doesn't care where Margaret goes, until this morning the woman hasn't shown the bridge of her nose.
"You don't cry anymore." Carlos wiped the wet trail from Cecilia's cheek. We will take care of all this and Daddy will also accompany you to talk to Indri."
Cecilia shook her head. "I don't want to go with Daddy, because Daddy forgot Daddy's promise to me."
"What promise?" Carlos tried to remember what promise he had made to Cecilia.”
“Married, didn't Daddy promise me we would get married today?”
“You're still sick, darling. So rest first. When we're healed, we'll get married."
Cecilia opened her arms, pushing Carlos away from her. "I'm sure Daddy is a big liar."
"Daddy didn't lie, but your condition doesn't allow for that."
“As far as I know, getting married is just sitting sweetly next to the groom. Waiting to officially become a wife, instead of running here and there like a track athlete or other athlete." Cecilia quipped, lying back on the bed. Her body was weak, because the effects of the medicine Indri had given her, she was even more weak when she heard that Carlos had canceled asking her to get married today.
Carlos laughed a little to lighten the atmosphere. Seeing Cecilia sulking like this, there was a slight feeling of amusement. It's true what the girl said. Married people just sit back and don't do anything hard, let alone drain their energy.
He hugged Cecilia from behind. "Yes, we will get married. Daddy will ask Daddy's people to take care of everything. So once everything is done, we just have to go and get married, how about it?” he offered to persuade Cecilia not to sulk like now.
Honestly, Carlos also couldn't wait to marry Cecilia so that there would be no sins when they touched each other, let alone doing anything more.
"Is it true!" Cecilia turned back to look at Carlos, demanding seriousness.
“Of course, you've already managed to divert my world so why would I let go, and let you wander around with no status near me.”
The corners of Cecilia's lips lifted.
Rubbing Carlos' firm jaw. "That's just my future husband," he said. Her elbows rested on the bed, so she could kiss both of his lips.
"Not yet, let's get married first. New …"
"Yes, Daddy, yes." Cecilia hugged Carlos tightly. This was the first time she felt comfortable with a man. It's true that he's had a girlfriend all this time, but not as close as this.
She was in a relationship with Revan for almost two years, but everything just flowed. Bland without any challenge at all. Meanwhile, with Carlos, everything is a complete package so Cecilia is reluctant to be far from each other even for a moment.
The proof was that when Vano said Carlos didn't answer his calls, his heart worked extra fast, afraid that this man was not in a good condition.
Seeing how intimate Carlos and Cecilia were, even though they didn't really know what they were talking about because their voices were so low and soft. Vano closed the door to Cecilia's room, not wanting to see any further what the two of them were doing in that room. Carlos' position, which was slightly on top of Cecilia, of course brought negative thoughts to Vano's brain.
Here's the English translation:
"He doesn't intend to stop because this is their goal, to make the plan run smoothly. However, for some reason, Vano's heart feels a twinge. He burns slightly seeing Cecilia being affectionate with her own father.
Vano wishes to knock on the door and stop what they're doing in that room, but he knows better that Cecilia is doing all of this to gain approval for her relationship with Celine. So, Vano gives in and leaves quietly; he will attend a campus event to forget what he just saw with his own eyes.
Indeed, what Cecilia said is true; she managed to win her father over in less than two months. That means she and Celine can get married soon.
Vano should be happy and grateful, but today he regrets pushing Cecilia to hasten her actions.
"Where's Mom from? Why is she coming home at this hour?"
Cecilia greets her mother, folding her hands in front of her chest. She interrogates Margareth, who has just returned. Somehow, Margareth appeared just now even though it's already 10:00.
Their housekeeper says Margareth left last night, which means she's only returning now.
"It's none of your business. Go on, Mom is tired," Margareth waves her hand, passing by Cecilia and heading to her room. Spending the night with Kevin has drained all her energy, so she decides to rest.
"It's good if she's getting further away from Dad each day. It means I can do whatever I want more easily." Cecilia smiles faintly, heading to Carlos' room. She's been waiting for quite a while, but he's still in his room.
He said they would get married soon, but they have to wait a bit because Carlos is waiting for someone to bring all the requirements for their wedding.
After nearly half an hour of waiting, Cecilia is getting impatient. So, she goes to find Carlos.
She can't wait to get married, so Cecilia will pick up her future husband.
"Dad, how much longer?" Cecilia asks as she opens Carlos' room door. He looks over for a moment. "Not long, maybe just a few more minutes. They said they've entered the complex."
"Ah, alright then."
"How's your mother? Did she come back?"
"She did, Dad. Just now. She's in her room. Why, do you want to tell Mom that we're getting married?"
"No, we'll keep this a secret until our goal is achieved. I'm sure your mother will be heartbroken and might disrupt our wedding if she finds out..."
"Yes, yes, okay. Arrange it as you wish, Dad."
"Cecilia?"
"Yes, Dad?"
"Are you really not feeling any pain or anything like that?"
"No, Dad. After the doctor's examination earlier, my feelings have improved, so there's nothing to worry about anymore. Now, let's go; it seems your friend has arrived, and we're only waiting for a few more minutes."
For the sake of a marriage, Cecilia is willing to lie to Carlos about her current condition. If she were honest, she would admit that her head now feels painful and throbbing. However, she keeps it to herself to ensure the wedding proceeds.
"Alright then, let's go," Carlos holds Cecilia's hand and guides her out of the room. Before they descend the stairs, Carlos scans the surroundings, making sure Margareth is nowhere to be seen.
Without bidding farewell to Margareth or Vano, Carlos leaves with Cecilia to carry out their wedding ceremony. It may seem sudden without any planning, but Cecilia will have a marriage certificate.
With Carlos's resources, obtaining a marriage certificate is not a difficult task. Furthermore, he is a widower, and Cecilia is still unmarried, so there are no obstacles in handling the necessary paperwork.
"Dad, after we get married, I want to stop by the campus first. I want to meet Indri. Olive said she's attending classes as usual."
"It's better not to do it today; let's do it tomorrow. Besides, I already told Vano to request permission for you, as you won't be able to come to the campus today."
"Dad asked Vano to convey my permission?"
"Yes, since both of you are at the same campus, there's nothing wrong with Vano delivering that message."
Cecilia raises her eyebrows, thinking and trying to remember her class schedule for today.
"That's quite awkward."
"Why?" Carlos glances briefly before focusing on the road ahead.
"Today, my class schedule coincides with Celine's. That means Vano will have to ask Celine for permission on my behalf."
"Oh, I see. Dad, what's your plan? No problem, they're close, so let's use their relationship to get permission for you without any sanctions for extending your leave after your father's passing."
"You're right, Dad. If that's the case, it's not a problem. We just need to finalize our plan so that I..." Cecilia bites her lower lip, teasing Carlos, who is currently driving.
"Vano, guess where I'm from?" Cecilia hides something behind her back, approaching Vano as he returns from class.
He looks tired from all the organizational activities he's been involved in today, including dealing with Celine, who is growing impatient for their relationship to be approved. Cecilia has worked extra hard to win Carlos over, but in the girl's eyes, it seems all her sacrifices have been in vain.
"Where are you from? I don't see any signs of illness on your face either." Vano takes off his socks, which have been bothering him because they felt too warm.
"Ta-da..." Cecilia reveals two small books.
"Whose marriage certificates are these?" His eyebrows furrow.
"Whose do you think? They're mine."
"Yours? Who did you marry?"
"I married my dad," Cecilia whispers into Vano's ear, sitting next to him and swinging her legs. "I didn't expect that my dad would grant my wish today. It feels like what happened last night was hardship leading to pleasure after Indri mistreated me. So now my dad is more aware that I truly need a partner who can take care of me."
27"What do you mean?" Vano hands back the two books to Cecilia."It seems like I'm starting to feel comfortable and enjoy being with your dad. So, from today on, call me 'Chosen,' if my mom isn't around.""W-Wait a minute, what do you mean? I don't understand. Please explain in detail so I can digest everything you're saying.""I and your dad are already married, Van. And here's the proof." Cecilia opens the book and shows a photo of her and Carlos together. "And after thinking it over, I believe I should just go through with this marriage and hope that your dad is the destiny I've been searching for.""Why would you think that? Um... I mean, it feels like you're saying too soon that Dad is your destiny. Isn't all of this just a...""That was before I saw how sincere your dad treats me. Even though our introduction wasn't good, and our initial intentions weren't either, your dad's sincerity is something I no longer doubt. So, there's no reason for me to reject marrying him. The marri
28"Surprisingly, haven't you left yet, dear?" Margareth greeted Carlos, who was still engrossed in his newspaper. He usually left for the office before Margareth woke up, but this morning, he was still at home, waiting for Cecilia, who had her first day of college."I'll be taking Cecilia to campus," Carlos replied without putting down his newspaper."Why not Vano?""Vano left earlier. He said he had a morning class. So, since there's no urgent work at the office, I'll take her to campus.""I see. But last night...""That was Cecilia." Carlos folded the newspaper when he saw Cecilia descending the stairs. She looked radiant, unlike her usual self."Good morning, Mom. Dad," greeted Cecilia, flashing a sweet smile, concealing her dislike for Margareth getting close to her husband."Let's go!" Carlos said, immediately heading out, leaving Cecilia to say her goodbyes to Margareth. He didn't want Cecilia to get angry, so he preferred Margareth to embrace her instead of getting scolded by
29"Then why me? Why not yourself? Didn't that chubby man ask for perfection? If you were still 'perfect,' he would have paid a fantastic price even though you both did it. Don't think I'm a naive child who can be fooled and doesn't know about your past relationship, which has left your room in shambles.""It's true that I sold myself that night, but I lost all of this not because I needed the money.""Then?" Cecilia raised her eyebrows."All of this happened because of the man you often introduced to me, the one I fell in love with, deeply in love, to the point where I gave my all for him, even in bed. I gave myself entirely, even though we weren't married."Cecilia was stunned. "So that's why I lost everything. So, what's the point of looking for a difficult job when I have an easier way?""Oh my... Indri, you have to realize that what you did was wrong.""Yes, I know it was wrong, but it's too late, Cecilia. I've lost everything. So, it's better to make use of it than end up as a p
"Plans? What other plans are you working on, Cecilia? Why don't I know about them?" Margareth started to be influenced by Cecilia's words, so she dragged Cecilia into the bedroom.The word "plan" mentioned by Cecilia was indeed a secret that needed to be kept. If it were to be exposed, it could be very dangerous for their positions in that house."Here's the thing, Mom," Cecilia put on a serious face as she explained the lie she had crafted to draw Margareth even deeper into the revenge plan she was playing."I approached Daddy Carlos to gain a position in his company. So, the more I learn about how the company works, the easier it is for me to control both of them. I'll get close to Vano and make him fall in love. Marry him, in line with the plan to take over all the divisions in Daddy's company.That way, Daddy will easily hand over the company to me because Vano is more focused on Daddy's subsidiary. He says he's not very interested in the main company because his knowledge isn't s
31"What's so important that you disturbed my rest?" Carlos hurriedly closed the bedroom door."Cecilia said there are signs of aging here," pointing at her cheek.Carlos squinted, looking at Margareth's index finger. "No, there aren't. It looks normal, and even if there are signs of aging, they're in line with your age. We're getting older every day, so naturally, there will be signs of aging," Carlos explained, distancing himself so that Margareth couldn't get too close.He was afraid that Cecilia might suddenly peek and see what they were doing. It could ruin him if his wife found out that Margareth was clinging to him."You see, Carlos." Margareth grumbled, tapping her foot on the floor. "These are signs of aging. I don't want them.""So, what do you want?""Beauty treatment expenses.""Didn't you just go to the salon earlier? What else?""Why do you question it as if I'm a burden to you?""I'm not questioning it, but reminding you that I've already transferred money to you, and y
32 "M-what about mother?" Finally, Cecilia realized that her mother was out there, when Carlos stopped. Digest what happened, outside the room. Even though his desires are taking over and asking to be satisfied.“Tsk, your mother really is.”"It's okay... Just leave him there, he'll get tired and he'll go by himself." Holding Carlos back from leaving. Cecilia also pushed him to lie down. Without letting go of the union between them.This morning Cecilia will pamper Carlos. Taking over the game so that the man bends his knees to him even more... Don't ask again how to be Carlos. Her face hardened. Her lips kept moaning as Cecilia's hips moved. It was irregular because it was the first time he had done it, but it still made Carlos forget himself. Likewise with him. I can't really do it anymore, but the delicious feeling trumps everything.After going through so much drama when she woke up earlier and finished everything related to the bathroom, now Cecilia was sitting pretty on the edg
33"This, Carlos. Vano said that last night he slept in the same room as Cecilia. I also saw them kissing at the bedroom door." She pointed at Vano, who stopped right in front of Carlos. "Not only that, I also saw Cecilia walking a little funny!"Carlos swallowed hard. He stared at Vano, who shrugged. He passed by without saying a word, without explaining anything. Carlos wasn't asking for an explanation about Cecilia here. It was about the kissing at the bedroom door and why Vano had mentioned that Cecilia slept in his room when it was clear that Cecilia had slept with him last night."Dad, what's wrong?" Cecilia met Carlos, who had just entered her room. This was the first time Carlos had entered her room since she had been living there.Earlier, Carlos had said he was leaving for the office, but suddenly he appeared and stood right in front of her. His face was stern with reddened eyes. He had also locked Cecilia's room when he entered, as if he didn't care about anyone else. Carlo
34"Thank you," Indri whispered. "But this is related to that night."Cecilia remained silent, not interrupting until Indri finished her statement. "I'm begging you, Cecilia. A middle-aged man asked me to meet with you and persuade you to satisfy his desires. He offered 100 million. I'll borrow half of it from you, and I'll repay it every time I get a customer. I need about 55 million for my mother's operation. The surgery must be done tomorrow to save her life.""So, you're asking me to come here just to plead with me to entertain that man, right?"Indri nodded quickly, wiping the tears from her cheeks. She had no other choice; Cecilia was her only hope right now. If only she hadn't satisfied her boyfriend's desires that day, Indri wouldn't have to go through this ordeal."If you hadn't introduced me to that man, I'd still be a virgin and could sell my virginity at a high price for my mother's treatment."Cecilia massaged her temples. She was always blamed for Indri and her boyfriend
35The sound of sighs and groans fills a cheap accommodation room. Shows how hot and passionate the bed game between a pair of human children, of different ages, can be.Who else if not Margareth and her brondong lover, Kevin. They both enjoyed the pleasure without caring that there was no status that allowed them to do so. But Margaret, who had not received spiritual support from Tomas for a long time, nor from her lover, whom she had broken up with, decided to end the relationship because she wanted to focus on Carlos.Now he is addicted to Kevin's touch, so he can never stand not touching the man for long.Therefore, every day Margareth will look for ways to meet Kevin and experience heaven on earth as it is now. Kevin jerked his way into delivering parts of himself into Margareth's body.“Are you still wearing protection?” Kevin asked, as he got off Margareth's body. Don't forget to give a little pinch at the end of one of Margareth's circles."Still, I still don't want to get pre
34"Thank you," Indri whispered. "But this is related to that night."Cecilia remained silent, not interrupting until Indri finished her statement. "I'm begging you, Cecilia. A middle-aged man asked me to meet with you and persuade you to satisfy his desires. He offered 100 million. I'll borrow half of it from you, and I'll repay it every time I get a customer. I need about 55 million for my mother's operation. The surgery must be done tomorrow to save her life.""So, you're asking me to come here just to plead with me to entertain that man, right?"Indri nodded quickly, wiping the tears from her cheeks. She had no other choice; Cecilia was her only hope right now. If only she hadn't satisfied her boyfriend's desires that day, Indri wouldn't have to go through this ordeal."If you hadn't introduced me to that man, I'd still be a virgin and could sell my virginity at a high price for my mother's treatment."Cecilia massaged her temples. She was always blamed for Indri and her boyfriend
33"This, Carlos. Vano said that last night he slept in the same room as Cecilia. I also saw them kissing at the bedroom door." She pointed at Vano, who stopped right in front of Carlos. "Not only that, I also saw Cecilia walking a little funny!"Carlos swallowed hard. He stared at Vano, who shrugged. He passed by without saying a word, without explaining anything. Carlos wasn't asking for an explanation about Cecilia here. It was about the kissing at the bedroom door and why Vano had mentioned that Cecilia slept in his room when it was clear that Cecilia had slept with him last night."Dad, what's wrong?" Cecilia met Carlos, who had just entered her room. This was the first time Carlos had entered her room since she had been living there.Earlier, Carlos had said he was leaving for the office, but suddenly he appeared and stood right in front of her. His face was stern with reddened eyes. He had also locked Cecilia's room when he entered, as if he didn't care about anyone else. Carlo
32 "M-what about mother?" Finally, Cecilia realized that her mother was out there, when Carlos stopped. Digest what happened, outside the room. Even though his desires are taking over and asking to be satisfied.“Tsk, your mother really is.”"It's okay... Just leave him there, he'll get tired and he'll go by himself." Holding Carlos back from leaving. Cecilia also pushed him to lie down. Without letting go of the union between them.This morning Cecilia will pamper Carlos. Taking over the game so that the man bends his knees to him even more... Don't ask again how to be Carlos. Her face hardened. Her lips kept moaning as Cecilia's hips moved. It was irregular because it was the first time he had done it, but it still made Carlos forget himself. Likewise with him. I can't really do it anymore, but the delicious feeling trumps everything.After going through so much drama when she woke up earlier and finished everything related to the bathroom, now Cecilia was sitting pretty on the edg
31"What's so important that you disturbed my rest?" Carlos hurriedly closed the bedroom door."Cecilia said there are signs of aging here," pointing at her cheek.Carlos squinted, looking at Margareth's index finger. "No, there aren't. It looks normal, and even if there are signs of aging, they're in line with your age. We're getting older every day, so naturally, there will be signs of aging," Carlos explained, distancing himself so that Margareth couldn't get too close.He was afraid that Cecilia might suddenly peek and see what they were doing. It could ruin him if his wife found out that Margareth was clinging to him."You see, Carlos." Margareth grumbled, tapping her foot on the floor. "These are signs of aging. I don't want them.""So, what do you want?""Beauty treatment expenses.""Didn't you just go to the salon earlier? What else?""Why do you question it as if I'm a burden to you?""I'm not questioning it, but reminding you that I've already transferred money to you, and y
"Plans? What other plans are you working on, Cecilia? Why don't I know about them?" Margareth started to be influenced by Cecilia's words, so she dragged Cecilia into the bedroom.The word "plan" mentioned by Cecilia was indeed a secret that needed to be kept. If it were to be exposed, it could be very dangerous for their positions in that house."Here's the thing, Mom," Cecilia put on a serious face as she explained the lie she had crafted to draw Margareth even deeper into the revenge plan she was playing."I approached Daddy Carlos to gain a position in his company. So, the more I learn about how the company works, the easier it is for me to control both of them. I'll get close to Vano and make him fall in love. Marry him, in line with the plan to take over all the divisions in Daddy's company.That way, Daddy will easily hand over the company to me because Vano is more focused on Daddy's subsidiary. He says he's not very interested in the main company because his knowledge isn't s
29"Then why me? Why not yourself? Didn't that chubby man ask for perfection? If you were still 'perfect,' he would have paid a fantastic price even though you both did it. Don't think I'm a naive child who can be fooled and doesn't know about your past relationship, which has left your room in shambles.""It's true that I sold myself that night, but I lost all of this not because I needed the money.""Then?" Cecilia raised her eyebrows."All of this happened because of the man you often introduced to me, the one I fell in love with, deeply in love, to the point where I gave my all for him, even in bed. I gave myself entirely, even though we weren't married."Cecilia was stunned. "So that's why I lost everything. So, what's the point of looking for a difficult job when I have an easier way?""Oh my... Indri, you have to realize that what you did was wrong.""Yes, I know it was wrong, but it's too late, Cecilia. I've lost everything. So, it's better to make use of it than end up as a p
28"Surprisingly, haven't you left yet, dear?" Margareth greeted Carlos, who was still engrossed in his newspaper. He usually left for the office before Margareth woke up, but this morning, he was still at home, waiting for Cecilia, who had her first day of college."I'll be taking Cecilia to campus," Carlos replied without putting down his newspaper."Why not Vano?""Vano left earlier. He said he had a morning class. So, since there's no urgent work at the office, I'll take her to campus.""I see. But last night...""That was Cecilia." Carlos folded the newspaper when he saw Cecilia descending the stairs. She looked radiant, unlike her usual self."Good morning, Mom. Dad," greeted Cecilia, flashing a sweet smile, concealing her dislike for Margareth getting close to her husband."Let's go!" Carlos said, immediately heading out, leaving Cecilia to say her goodbyes to Margareth. He didn't want Cecilia to get angry, so he preferred Margareth to embrace her instead of getting scolded by
27"What do you mean?" Vano hands back the two books to Cecilia."It seems like I'm starting to feel comfortable and enjoy being with your dad. So, from today on, call me 'Chosen,' if my mom isn't around.""W-Wait a minute, what do you mean? I don't understand. Please explain in detail so I can digest everything you're saying.""I and your dad are already married, Van. And here's the proof." Cecilia opens the book and shows a photo of her and Carlos together. "And after thinking it over, I believe I should just go through with this marriage and hope that your dad is the destiny I've been searching for.""Why would you think that? Um... I mean, it feels like you're saying too soon that Dad is your destiny. Isn't all of this just a...""That was before I saw how sincere your dad treats me. Even though our introduction wasn't good, and our initial intentions weren't either, your dad's sincerity is something I no longer doubt. So, there's no reason for me to reject marrying him. The marri