Chapter 109 enSilent NightIt's getting late. The atmosphere became very quiet. Lexi was sitting in one of the chairs in his father's treatment room. His mother, accompanied by the maid, returned home first while Arsene was watching the funeral procession of his boss.Lexi stood up from her seat. Already, he was no longer concerned with what was raging in his heart. With thoughts floating somewhere, he packed one by one of his father's stuff. There's a big bag in there. Then, he put in the phone, the tablet belonged to his father. There were also some books that his mom brought for him. Lexi packed the book on the small desk, then put it in the bag.There was bitterness that had filled his throat. His chest feels tight and crying would not reduce or change anything. Everything had to work out. Whatever was ahead, the man was determined to face it.Lexi's tear defense dam collapsed when he saw his father's phone screen. A picture of him when he was a little boy in his father's arms.
Chapter 110 enDaniel Was Worried.Lexi walked slowly to her room. Even though he was tired and weak, he continued to spur his legs to keep moving up step by step.At the door, Lexi paused for a moment. He felt a deep sadness and emptiness in his heart. Yes, the ticking of the wall clock in the family room made Lexi more aware that there was no longer the figure of his father.And when he opened the door to greet the room was empty without the presence of Jessica. It made him miss her presence even more. If only Jessica had been with him tonight, maybe he wouldn't have suffered like this.Lexi spread his body on the bed. He cried in silence as the tightness in his chest could not be reduced. However, he still did not do anything. The divorce papers from Jessica and also the death of his father made him devastated.All night Lexi could not fall asleep. Although his body was tired and crumpled. But the sleepy eyes didn't even come close to him. Left by the person he loved the most, Lex
Chapter 111 enDavid's Defense.Freddy Kim stared at the screen. Exposed information about Samuel Ricardo, starting from his name, date of birth , and place of residence. Next, the names of his parents, his brother's name, his education history, his work history, and the last is the day of his death.Maybe it's a coincidence. Exactly twelve years ago. The same date and the same month. After celebrating the birthday of his granddaughter named Elsa. Darren and Melisa also died, as a result of a car accident.The Elder of the Kim family could not change the schedule for the memorial of the death of the parents of his three grandchildren. However, he was able to start the event earlier than usual.So, if the funeral of the man, he didn't want to hear his name again, was at nine in the morning. Thus, he was able to go to the grave an hour earlier than what had been scheduled. That was, at the same hour as the man's funeral, which would most likely bring Lexi and Jessica together.Yeah, th
Chapter 112 enFuneral.The sky was overcast as all members of the Kim family were at the funeral to commemorate the passing of Melisa and Darren Kim.Fredy Kim with his three grandchildren dressed in all black. The clock struck eight over seventeen minutes as a religious leader standing on the far right began to recite a prayer for Jessica's late parents.“Mom, Dad, I'm sorry I hated you so much, I really didn't know you were dead. I've always believed that you'd pick me up at the orphanage one day. Mom, Dad, I already have a husband. His name is Lexi. But right now I can't bring him here. I promise one day I will introduce you to you, mom, dad.” Jessica's mind as she looked at the grave of her parents in front of her.Every now and then, Jessica looked at the three other men who were fervently praying. Then he looked back at his mother's grave. "Please pray for Jessica. Jessica wants grandpa to approve Jessica's relationship with Lexi, only Lexi whom Jessica loves, Mom." Jessica lo
Chapter 113 enThe Desire Of The Widower.Jessica went to Ricardo's House. She didn't care if her grandfather and her two brothers were looking for her. What was clear now was that she felt more relieved because she could accompany Lexi when the man needed her presence.She was in Lexi's room. Room when they used to be. She had not had time to speak to Lexi alone because the man was busy with guests who came to express condolences.Jessica looked at the wall clock that was already showing almost nine o'clock in the evening. However, her husband did not come to the room to see her.Meanwhile, Lexi stood in front of the door. He paused for a moment, a sense of doubt creeping into his heart. Divorce papers that he was afraid of. Their marital status was over.Lexi was silent for a moment, he let out a long breath regulating his heart's beating inconsolably. He gulped saliva, before finally knocking on the door.Knock.Knock.Knock.Lexi knocked on the door. Jessica's presence was really
Chapter 114 enHonest Intentions.The next day.Daniel and Fredy Kim were sitting on the balcony of the apartment while enjoying the atmosphere this morning with a cup of coffee.This afternoon the three of them would return to Singapore as scheduled. However, Jessica had not come to the apartment yet, and it was unlikely that she would ever come to the apartment if there was no one to pick her up.“Grandpa, I will come to the Ricardo family house to pick up Elsa. He should be back in Singapore this afternoon with all of us.” Daniel was still not willing to leave his sister alone in Jakarta.“Ialso agree, after all she still has to finish college. I did not want Jessica to be a child who gave up and did not finish her education at the University.” The grandfather wanted to get back to focusing on Jessica. Samuel Ricardo was dead, it seemed like he had to forget everything and keep Jessica with him, not with Lexi.“Well, I'll be there right now to pick up Elsa's cake. I wish Elsa woul
Chapter 115 enI'm Leaving.Ricardo's family's house. This morning was quite crowded. Many people were still sad. Many relatives were staying overnight and would only return home today.Mrs. Anna still looked very grieving, in contrast to Lexi who was a little comforted because Jessica accompanied him.The sun had begun to rise. The light entered the flower garden that was next to Ricardo's family house. There's Lexi and Jessica who just got there. And they immediately looked at the blooming flowers. It's not that they didn't mourn the death of Mr. Samuel Ricardo, it's just that Lexi was looking for the right moment to tell Jessica. And the flower garden that was next to his house was the most suitable place. In addition, no one else would enter there, in that place also a lot of memories created between the husband and wife.” Jess, " Lexi clasped his fingers and began to say what he had been holding back."Yes," Jessica answered.Suddenly, Lexi hesitated.“You know when you are in
Chapter 116 enPregnant?One month later.Jessica was in Singapore. During this time, she tried to make peace with herself.No matter how hard she forgot Lexi and busied herself with her lectures, the man's face, Lexi, was always present when she opened or closed her eyes.This morning, Jessica just finished showering. She was preparing for her college schedule today. However, she suddenly felt nauseous and dizzy at the same time."Hoek.”"hoeek.”The woman immediately ran towards the sink and vomited her morning breakfast.“Are you sick?" David, who barged into his sister's room, asked. Daniel had been waiting for Jessica to deliver the lecture. David asked Jessica to leave the room.“No, I think I ate the wrong thing. Or because it's too early to eat, " Jessica replied. She smiled so as not to make her sister worry.“Well, hurry up a little, Daniel will be angry if you wait too long.” David came out of his sister's room."Yeah, I'm just brushing my hair,” she said. She tried to dri