37 - GIVE UP?

Ricard's car turned towards the hotel lobby parking lot to the place Zeline’s father had determined. Zeline did not know the purpose of her father having a stern talk there. Ricard was chosen to come to accompany his girlfriend to meet his future father-in-law.

Zeline pressed her cell phone to her ear. She called her papa to ask his whereabouts.

Restaurant. Her papa spoke that word, and Zeline hurried to meet her parents.

Zeline's parents were seen sitting next to each other and having a serious conversation when Zeline walked over to their table.

"You've finally arrived," said Jacobs when he saw Zeline standing not far from his desk.

That night Jacobs was seen wearing a luxurious batik in black, brown, and gold. Meanwhile, Marina wears a maroon-colored kebaya and combines gold with a red songket that is typical of Indonesia.

"Sorry to make Mama and Papa wait for so long. Ah-well, why are you looking so formal tonight?" asked Zeline.

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