Kate D: Are you busy, Jane? Mommy wants to meet. Can you?
The message came in a day ago, but Jane couldn't give a definite answer to when they could meet. Despite that, a part of Jane's heart misses the gentle-hearted middle-aged woman. There are many things she can exchange because Jane considers Kate like her own mother. Their last meeting made Jane feel a pang of pain hearing what Kate shared with her.
Even though Kate didn't shed a single tear, her sadness couldn't disappear from her usually serene and warm gaze. Unfortunately, there was nothing Jane could do to alleviate Kate's sorrow even a bit. Jane wasn't sure if the distress had diminished or if it had intentionally disappeared without resolution.
Nevertheless, Jane had no right to inquire further. All she could do was offer encouragement and ask the woman to be even more patient.
"Are you daydreaming, Olive?" Nico asks while handing her a water bottle, which immediately makes Jane cringe a bit.<
Nothing is more delightful in Jane's mind than seeing and witnessing for herself how the person she respects and admires looks happily devouring her dish. Even countless praises have slipped from her lips adorned with maroon lipstick. The appearance of the middle-aged woman hasn't changed much since the last time they met. However, Jane can't hide one thing; Kate seems restless, thinking about something.But Jane doesn't want to get too involved. She's just an outsider and will always be that way. There's no more connection between the two of them. Jane gladly accepts Kate's visit as a form of hope; don't sever their relationship. Even though Jane no longer carries the name Don William."You're truly skilled in the kitchen, Darling." Kate smiles widely, wiping the corners of her lips with the available napkin. "I enjoy every bite you serve.""I feel happy and grateful that Mommy still likes my cooking."Kate pouts annoyed. "You know, I often miss your hom
"Can't you get rid of that wrinkle on your face, Olive?" Fabian asks, still with his comical laughter. His hands skillfully handle the steering wheel. Occasionally, he observes the not-too-crowded road ahead. Perhaps it's because it's not yet a crucial hour, so he can still drive freely."How can I be calm when the madness begins?"Fabian bursts into laughter for the umpteenth time. "You're truly entertaining, Olive. Your sister's attitude makes the atmosphere lively.""You do have weird taste." Jane folds her arms, takes a deep breath, but can't do anything but follow what Fabian asks.The arrival of this man is not without reason. A cup of coffee that Jane made and a hint to end his visit promptly ended up trapping Jane inside Fabian's car. Complete with a suitcase containing his equipment for attending the SEO boutique inauguration on Long Island."I didn't expect you to be familiar with Mommy," Jane says after trying to normalize her emotions.
[Giselle: I've been here for two hours. Are you still on the way?][Harvey: Stopped by the snack store while sneaking around because I'm with Brina.][Ursula: My flight from Milan got delayed. I hope I won't miss the big party.]Messages in the group chat made Jane break into a wide smile. She had just arrived at the airport with... Fabian, of course. Two SEO staff members were there to pick them up and immediately asked to pick up the pace. Jane mentioned at exit two, the news seekers had appeared, waiting for Jane's arrival.It wasn't a big deal for Jane to just greet them. Fabian, as the owner, didn't mind, but Jane's schedule on Long Island was quite tight. Before finally gathering and officially inaugurating the new SEO boutique there.Although still dominated by the Lavender collection, Fabian still showcased the latest offerings. This included reproducing best-selling fashion from year to year. A few modifications turned out to bring a breath of fresh air to SEO."Come in," Fab
"Handing Merry over to someone else?" Fabian frowned disapprovingly. "I'd rather be with Merry on the highway than being driven by someone else.""Is Merry your only car?""Not really." Fabian seemed to be rubbing his chin. "But Merry is my favorite car. I found luck with her.""Contrary to me who had the misfortune of meeting Merry."Fabian laughed again. "No need to dwell on old wounds. It hurt you, not me."Talking to you does require expanding one's patience." Jane prepared to tidy up the dirty dishes on the dining table. However, her movements were, of course, halted by Fabian."Let me do the cleanup." He asked Jane to sit comfortably in the living room. "As a guest who should know his place, I can still handle cleaning up the dirty part. Don't worry, there won't be the sound of a broken plate."Jane eventually let Fabian do as he pleased. After all, she was a bit tired today. Ugh! This is all Fabian's fault, right? Just let it b
Calysta smiled happily at all the dishes already on her dining table. No need to fuss in the kitchen; she just had to order from the restaurant Austin liked. After all, he didn't complain much about the food served on the table. He devoured everything along with compliments if she could serve him well.Unfortunately..."Ugh! In my big house later, I'm sure I won't be able to do something as easy as this." Calysta pouted in frustration. "But it doesn't matter." Her lips created a broad grin. "I can rule as I please. Besides, a housewife is not needed in the kitchen. She just has to order the servants to make whatever she wants." Calysta clapped her small hands in support of her recent thoughts."My wedding is in two weeks. The preparations are going smoothly with no problems." So happy, she circled the dining table. Her eyes sparkled with enthusiasm. "Ah, I can't wait to move into that house."Even though the face of Kate Don William suddenly appeared in h
Calysta squirmed a bit, gently moving the muscular arm of the man who was sound asleep next to her. From any angle, she admired how God created a Don Austin William. Her heart was still the same as when they first met and eventually fell in love. But now, it was more dominated by wanting more than just being loved. She wants everything the man possesses. Including his wealth. After adopting the name Don William, Calysta is confident it will be easier to control Austin from within. Just showing a guilty face, fake tears, and trembling lips, saying things she doesn't know but has been carefully prepared, he easily believes. In fact, if Calysta may speak the truth, Austin is truly caught in his deception."Sweet dreams, Honey," she says while gently stroking Austin's head. She slowly gets up not to disturb the deep sleep of the man lost in dreams. She has to execute the next plan.Confident steps lead to the dressing room, opening a large wardrobe where there's a hidden d
Calysta slams her phone down a bit roughly. Her hand immediately gestures frustration, and her annoyed gaze scans the surroundings. Despite multiple sighs, the heaviness afflicting her doesn't fade away. "Why did Aunt show me this?"Samantha, who just enjoyed her latte, grins slyly. She places the cup down and smiles meaningfully. "It means you still don't have the influence they do, Calysta.""What do you mean?" Calysta straightens her back a bit."You know, Calysta." Samantha isn't relishing the anger displayed by the woman in front of her. She came to meet her this afternoon to discuss the latest news. The SEO branch opening in Long Island was attended by many celebrities and influential figures in the country, including the wives of businessmen with well-known names and SEO clients scattered nationwide.However, Calysta didn't receive an invitation. Samantha thought, judging by her standards, isn't Calysta one of the top SEO model's friends? Calysta h
"Giselle, you're not really interrupting my rest time, right?" Jane asks, observing Jane standing beside her. They're already in the elevator moving down to the lobby."No, don't worry about it." Jane laughs. "Besides, I can't sleep right away when my body is too tired.""Thank goodness." Giselle sighs in relief. "I was afraid of disturbing you."As the elevator stops, the door opens automatically, and Giselle leads the way. The hotel lobby area isn't as crowded as when they arrived a while ago, perhaps because it's getting late, and many guests are resting in their rooms.The coffee shop Giselle mentioned looks quite convincing in terms of appearance. Jane doesn't pay much attention when they arrive in the lobby, perhaps because fatigue has set in, so all Jane thinks about is lying down, straightening her back, and relieving all tiredness in her room. The dominance of black and brown from the outer walls and decorative ornaments around the shop looks bea
Jane tightened the coat she was wearing a little. The road she was walking on was a little slippery, even though she was wearing boots and watching her step, she still had to be very careful. The air around her dropped a few degrees from what she expected."Are you okay?" asked Fabian as he fixed the scarf Jane was wearing."That question is for you, Fabian." Jane chuckled. Fabian's face was already very red from the cold that hit them."You're really out of your depth when it comes to the place you'd most like to visit." Fabian spluttered. Rubbing his hands even though he was wearing gloves."But this place is exotic, right?"Fabian could not disagree with Jane's words just now. Especially seeing the twinkle that wouldn't leave since they arrived at the airport closest to this place. no. not close, but within reach of the place where they spent their days and time together after becoming husband and wife.The trip to Tibet was tiring but Ja
Jane couldn't help but laugh. "Forgive Fabian then.""No!" Rosalyn shook her head. "After you are married, you must stay at our house. There's a lot we want to hear about your relationship. Oh, my God! Fabian was really testing my patience. Why else would Zephyr have such a troublesome brother like Fabian!"The woman wasn't really angry. Just grumbling about her brother's behavior which she thought was a bit out of line. More than anything, Rosalyn was happy and touched. There was nothing she could do but wish them both happiness. Although the relationship between her husband and Fabian was not blood, couldn't a brotherhood be formed because of the setting? After all, Zephyr's affection for Fabian was not a trivial matter.Rosalyn realized that."We will definitely visit often, Ros. I promise. I'll make Fabian obey me in visiting you."Rosalyn smiled brightly. "Ah..." she felt like pulling Jane into her arms but it was impossible. She might get ang
"Quiet look on your face, Olive," Ursula said casually, but at least this redheaded woman's arrival came with the mineral bottle Jane needed."Hey, you're talking out of your ass," Harvey retorted with a disapproving glint in his eye. It's so representative of Jane's expression that he has to keep his smile and the outfit he's wearing this afternoon. He wants to talk a lot but the tension that's engulfing him doesn't go away easily."Did you forget how tense you were before the ceremony to legalize marriage?" Harvey spoke again with a look that had not been released from Ursula. The insinuated one, meanwhile, just shrugged her shoulders without feeling guilty. His hand skillfully unscrewed the bottle cap and handed it to Jane.As she said, "Drink first, relieve the tension. It's even more tense in front of the priest. You're about to take your vows for life with Fabian. You know, that's the moment when you have to convince your heart whether you can live togethe
Austin stared for a long time at the cell phone that displayed news about his ex-wife. Many things had apparently been accomplished by the woman who once lived with him in the big house that was now much quieter. Not wanting any regrets, Austin chose to put the phone back in the drawer.Their last meeting, although it left quite a deep impression on Austin, still wouldn't change anything. everything that had happened, could not be regretted more deeply. It was useless. He also didn't want to dwell on what was present in his life. He had to keep going, right? There was no way he could stay in the same spot while lamenting why he could be so stupid as to give a judgment?"You deserve real happiness, not a false one that ends horribly when you're with me, Jane." Austin let out a long sigh. His eyes were firmly closed with his hands clenched. He shook his head softly as his mind suddenly replayed the memory of his ex-wife's presence in the house."At least God is st
"How was your honeymoon?" asked Giselle without any awkwardness. She was being helped to wear a peach-colored dress that wrapped her body gracefully. On the back, there was a large, well-embroidered ribbon decorated with beautiful maple leaves."Do I have to tell you in detail?" Ursula gave Harvey an ignorant glance. "You must be curious, right, Harvey?"The girl who was wearing brocade gloves just chuckled. Her eyes looked at Ursula through the reflection of the large mirror in front of her. "Aren't you the one who requested special teaching from me because you have no experience?"Ursula spluttered but then, looked up as if she was already an expert in the matter they were talking about. "But I can honestly say, I didn't use any of your advice."Harvey stuck out his tongue. "How could I!""Ask Richard directly how I acted in front of him.""I don't think it was Richard who pounced on Sula. It was the other way around." Giselle had finished
"Looks like he's busy with his cell phone." Brina giggled in the doorway of Giselle's room. Jane stood not far from her. In her hand was a tray of chicken soup and porridge that she had made for Giselle.Hoping that the girl's appetite would return and her health would gradually improve. But it seemed, from the slight crack in Giselle's door that was not closed tightly, it could already be seen that Giselle was fine.Minus her pretty face scowling with eyes focused on the cell phone."But if you wait outside, Giselle won't eat this soup." Jane smiled slightly and knocked lightly on Giselle's bedroom door. Suddenly, the girl was slightly startled and hid her cell phone.Just like a teenage girl who was caught doing something. But so be it. As long as nothing made Giselle sad or disappointed, Jane was happy."I hope you like my cooking."Giselle smiled widely. "When would I turn it down." She prepared to sit on the back of the bed. The blanket
"I just want to go home," Giselle said in a low tone but her eyes were full of pleading. Which made Jane sigh repeatedly. I don't know how many times she shook her head with excuses, but none of Jane's words were heard by Giselle."Until your IV bag runs out, Giselle. The doctor is very tolerant of that." Harvey spoke this time. There was an unspoken but clearly audible final tone that made Giselle look away."You're so stubborn!" Harvey scowled. He was getting a bit annoyed with Giselle's childish behavior this time. It was much more troublesome with Giselle's unreasonable behavior than Ursula's indulgence that sometimes made him uneasy.Brina, who had been accompanying Giselle, could only remain silent. It also seemed like she had given up on giving many words to the beautiful girl who was lying weak."Can you leave us alone?" asked Jane which made them all look at her in surprise. Which Jane greeted with a warm smile. "I want to talk to Giselle. You do
As the grand show approached, there was nothing much Jane could do. The four pillars of SEO were specially asked to participate in the event to commemorate SEO's eighth anniversary. For most people who are familiar with SEO's signature clothing pieces, this event is highly anticipated. Because there will be many surprises given by Fabian there.Including special discounts for the purchase of certain items.Who wouldn't be tempted? Plus being able to attend the event, which for this year opened up a much wider reach."The concept is really good," says Giselle as she enjoys Jane's fruit jelly. The trip to Long Island and then to Milan and back to the city center where she lives was quite draining. She felt like her body could collapse at any moment. And it also felt like she had a queasy stomach.The effects of a long trip were quite miserable for Giselle."You'd better get some rest, Giselle." Jane approached as she set down the cup of tea she had j
The wedding party, which was predicted to be the most luxurious party of the year, was very well organized. Not many problems occurred because Ursula hired the services of a leading WO and was known for her very high-flying hours at major celebrity events. This includes officials and influential people living in the country.The red-haired girl's smile was beautiful as she accompanied all the events that took place a few hours after the sacred vows between them were lovingly exchanged."I don't know who's lucky to get who," Harvey says, wiping the corners of his eyes. Beside him sat Giselle and Jane. He was in the middle of his two friends. Not only her, but her two friends also seemed to be moved by the bond that was now in Ursula's life."They're both lucky, Harvey," Giselle said with a big smile. "I'm so happy today to witness the beginning of Sula's happiness.""You're right." Jane chimed in. "I pray they are always blessed with happiness.""Ca