Kate's POV
"Then I really feel sorry." I spontaneously said, "Married for two years, my husband doesn't know what my personality is like." Darwis was silent. This woman is uncomfortable if she doesn't sarcasm him, huh! "Come home with me." Darwis loosened his tie, then took my bag and grabbed my wrist to get out. I was silent for a moment. Darwis also stopped for a moment. Both of their gazes suddenly fell on the bag that Darwis was holding in his hand. Think she's Kayra? That was my first thought. Darwis didn't explain much, his long legs walked very quickly. Kayra saw this scene in the hospital room. The gentle expression on his face disappeared without a trace. Her nails dug into her palms leaving red marks, but she didn't care. Not long after, the hospital room door opened. Kayra's friend came in, then asked in doubt, "Didn't I tell you to hire someone to hit you? Why Mr. Darwis...?" "Not him." Kayra frowned. When that incident happened, she thought it was done by me, because she came back to take her place as the Young Mistress of the Dawson Family. However, from my reaction just now, it seems that the situation is not that simple. The answer that Darwis got was almost the same. After the driver picked them up, Darwis pulled me to sit in the back seat. Before he could open his mouth to talk about that day's events, Aksa called and explained the situation immediately, "Boss, the IP address has been checked. The account login IP address is not in Amara City." "Okay." Darwis's expression was grim. At this moment, he only felt that the cell phone in his hand was very heavy. He knew that he had wrongly accused me. Various mixed emotions. Darwis turned his head towards the person leaning against the car window, sunlight penetrated the half-open window and shone on his face, he could vaguely see the fine hairs on his face. Currently, I no longer have the hostile attitude I had before. For a moment he returned to being the gentle and obedient person he used to be. "I." Darwis called out to him, his handsome face showing a hint of regret. I heard the contents of the phone, in a light tone he said, "Don't tell me, Mr. Darwis wants to apologize to me." Darwis was silent. "Can you speak well?" Darwis thought. "The IP address isn't in Amara City doesn't mean I wasn't the one who harmed him." I said casually, but in a mocking tone, “What if I call someone else and tell them to contact the driver who caused the accident?” Darwis knew I was only speaking with emotion. He wanted to apologize, but the words he wanted to say couldn't come out. After considering it carefully, Darwis said, "I know it's not you." If I had done it, he would not have discussed the matter calmly, let alone analyze the truth and falsehood of the evidence. Previously, he was very afraid that something would happen to Kayra. Coupled with my strange behavior these two days, she lost her mind and accused him. "Oh." I'm too lazy to even respond. Darwis was surprised. Is this the only answer? Darwis wants me to stop being angry. Then, he remembered that he had spoken harshly in the parking lot and in the hospital room, so he took out a black card and gave it to her. "This is the main card, if you are angry, please use it at will." "Okay." I accept it. Darwis felt his hands were empty. He couldn't react, it seemed he didn't expect me to agree so easily. "Where are the other cards?" My voice suddenly sounded. Darwis, who was still covered in coldness, turned to him when he heard the question, "What other card?" "In view of your inappropriate behavior in the hospital, just to be safe, from today hand over all your cards." My words do not convey any emotion, be it good or bad. "I will return it to you on the day of the divorce." The driver was shocked to hear his words. Darwis was confused. "Why, don't you want to?" I asked back. "Stop at the right time, don't overdo it." Darwis started to get annoyed, the aura in the car suddenly dropped. "It's true that I lacked judgment today, but if it weren't for your behavior these two days being completely different from before, I wouldn't have misjudged either." I feel confused. Now it's his fault? "Is it true?" "Correct." "Even though there's no difference, when you find out that Kayra was in a car accident and see the recording of the conversation, won't you also doubt me?" I said confidently. Darwis wanted to argue. However, he realized that what I said was true. I threw the card in his hand at Darwis, he raised his hand and rubbed his eyebrows in annoyance. What's wrong with him? He actually got into a bad mood because of an insignificant person. Hasn't he known for a long time that Kayra has first place in the bastard Darwis's heart? Darwis was stunned by the cards thrown at him. Before he could say anything, my voice came again. However, this time it wasn't for him. "Uncle Eka, please drop me off at the intersection ahead." Uncle Eka answered, "Okay." Darwis was covered in cold air, his voice was a little heavy. "What do you want to do?" "Buying walnuts to improve brain health." I've calmed most of his emotions, using the most even tone to say the most annoying things. "Be careful if you don't have a brain it can be as contagious as the flu." Darwis was annoyed. He never realized that this woman was so good at teasing people. "Keep driving, don't stop." Since Young Master had spoken, Uncle Eka naturally listened to him. The car continued to drive towards Vila Amerta. Darwis felt very annoyed. The slight feeling of guilt towards me at this moment has completely disappeared. Half an hour later.... The car stopped in front of the door. Before Darwis got out of the car, I had already taken his bag and opened the car door to get in. When Darwis arrived in the living room, I had returned to the bedroom. Darwis knew I was going to change clothes, so he was waiting there. Ten minutes later…. I changed into home clothes, her thin bangs were loose, making her face look smaller and prettier. He wasn't surprised to see Darvish still there. After all, he knew exactly what his goal was. "Six o'clock to the Old Residence." Darwis spoke meaningfully after seeing her sitting on the sofa, "You get ready, I will ask Uncle Eka to pick you up." I took the remote beside him and turned on the TV. "Don't want to." "I!" "You broke the agreement first, don't blame me." "All problems have a priority scale." Darwis increasingly felt that this person was a stranger, "Which do you think is more important, accompanying you shopping or Kayra's life?" I opened a variety show. Now he feels a headache when he hears Kayra's name. Before today, he always thought Kayra was a gentle and charming person, her smile was very healing. After all, she was Darwis' first love. However, I never thought she was a woman who pretended to be good. Really disappointed. "Of course shopping is more important." I answered his question. Darwis' gaze grew colder. His next words sounded angry. "Do you want to make me angry?" I didn't speak. "If you still want to get the money and get a divorce, comply well." Darwis' patience ran out. "If you really make me angry, you won't get a penny.”Kate's POV Darwis' words made me feel excruciating pain. How could he threaten me like this after his agreement to fulfill all my wishes. "Then let's see who can be more stubborn," I answered in a voice filled with anger, my eyes radiating angry flames. "Don't think you can just threaten me like that, Darwis. You have no right to control my life just because of money." Darwis was surprised to hear me reply so firmly. He's never seen me angry like this before. But I could see that he didn't want to show his weakness, so he still tried to keep a calm face. "Kate, I warn you once again, don't look for trouble. This is not the time to be selfish." "Selfish? You're talking about being selfish? Who's really selfish here? You always defend Kayra without listening to my side of the story. You don't even care how I feel. For you, I'm nothing more than a burden," I said while clenching my fists. "Even when Kayra accused me without evidence that I was the one who hit her. And you jus
Kate's POV That morning, sunlight slipped in through the gaps in the curtains, forcing me to open my eyes. After a long night of crying and confused thoughts, I felt tired and confused. “It's only a matter of days, but why are there still problems? As if the sky didn't want to let me end everything well. I just wanted to spend time with her, but that woman kept leaving me behind. It's as if everything was planned well," I muttered and cried again lamenting my very sad fate. My weak body made me reluctant to get out of bed. I just daydreamed looking at the white ceiling of the room. Not a single dust stuck to it. I turned towards the window which was not covered with curtains, letting in the already high sunlight. It used to feel like the warmth of the sun always made me excited to start the day. But now it only makes me feel sicker. I pulled the blanket back and covered my entire face. I didn't want to wake up and face the fact that I would lose Darwis. Even though I
Kate's POV I turned quickly and walked towards the door, but my steps stopped when I heard Darwis's deep voice behind me. “Kate, wait. Don't go like this," Darwis called, his tone full of despair. I turned around slowly, looking at him with eyes still wet with tears. “What else do you want to say, Darwis? You have made your choice clear.” Darwis approached, his eyes full of regret. “I know I've made a lot of mistakes. But believe me, I never wanted to hurt you like this. I'm just confused and don't know how to fix it.” I looked at him with sharp eyes. “Your confusion has ruined my life, Darwis. I don't know if there's a way to fix any of this.” Darwis took a deep breath, looking desperate. “I know you're angry, and you have every right to be angry. I just want us to try to solve this with cool heads. At least, to honor everything we've been through together.” I was silent for a moment, thinking about his words. Even though my heart is still full of hurt and disappoi
Darwis's POV I don't know why I was thinking for a long time, as if something had made my mind go blank so I didn't hear the cashier's call. "Mr. Darwis, this is Miss Kayra's total payment," he said in a loud voice and made me realize. "Ah, fine," I answered while handing him the debit card. Not long after, the cashier gave me my card back and a receipt for payment of Kayra's hospital fees. I sighed again and walked with heavy legs towards Kayra's room. When I entered, I saw Kayra who had changed out of her hospital clothes and was applying make-up to her still pale face. "Kayra, are you ready to go home?" I asked with a small smile even though my face must have looked very tired. Kayra nodded, although her face looked full of anxiety. “Yes, Darwis. I am ready." We walked out of the hospital, towards the car that was waiting in the parking lot. The ride home was awkward, and I could feel the tension between us. I tried hard to stay calm, but I realized that Kayra could
Kate's POVThe night before, after I returned from the Old Residence. Suddenly Erlan called me. Honestly, I'm too lazy to pick up the phone. Even though there is a feeling of longing because of my relationship with Erlan, who is quite close in sharing stories. My heart was in turmoil, and I decided to send him a chat to meet. It's better to meet in person than to talk on the phone. Now I'm at a bar where Erlan and I used to often come. I walked over to the bar table, there Erlan was waiting for me with a glass of whiskey in his hand. “Kate!” he greeted when he saw me coming. I just smiled and sat next to him. “I'll have a beer!” I said to the bartender and it was immediately made. Erlan turned his head in surprise because I don't usually drink large portions of beer. "What is this? Why did you order beer? Do you want to be unconscious in a place like this? Aren't you afraid of being kidnapped by the uncles who have been eyeing your arrival since earlier?" Erlan asked
Kate's POV "Yes, Dad. I'm back," I answered in a flat tone, restraining myself from getting caught up in emotions. Without saying much more, I stepped into the house. The servants immediately took care of my suitcase and belongings. I went to the room I had left a long time ago, a room full of childhood and teenage memories. The moment the bedroom door opened, I felt a wave of nostalgia. Everything is still the same, nothing has changed. Even my dead mother's things were still in their place. I walked over to the dressing table, where the family photos were neatly arranged. I saw my mother's always smiling face in the photo frame. Tears almost fell, but I held them back. I can't look weak. Not now. "I will make you proud, Mom," I whispered softly, keeping all the pain inside. That night, the atmosphere in my father's big house was very calm. Crystal chandeliers hang beautifully in the dining area, emitting a soft glow that creates an elegant atmosphere. The servants h
Darwis's POV I looked straight ahead, even though my mind was wandering somewhere. The silent and tense courtroom was now empty. The judge had banged his gavel, marking the end of my marriage to Kate. After years of being together, we finally officially divorced. It felt like a heavy weight had been lifted from my shoulders, but at the same time there was a feeling of emptiness that I couldn't explain. My steps felt heavy as I left the courthouse. Outside, the world continued to move as usual, as if nothing had changed. People walked by, cars passed by, and the sun was still shining brightly. But inside me, there is a storm brewing. I couldn't ignore the feelings of guilt and regret that gnawed at my heart. I thought about Kate, the woman I had been with for the past 2 years, and how we had gotten to this point. I walked aimlessly for some time, until finally I decided to go to Kayra's apartment. The woman who was my first love, the woman who made me make the decision to end my m
Darwis's POV I walked into the meeting room with mixed feelings. On the one hand, I feel relieved that this big project will finally start. On the other hand, there is an anxiety that I can't explain. After several months of emotional turmoil, I tried to focus on my work. I walked into the meeting room with my head held high, ready to face the challenge. As I sat and waited for the team from Branch Group to arrive, my thoughts drifted back to Kate. It's been several months since our divorce, and even though I've tried to move forward with Kayra, the shadow of my past with Kate still haunts me. I don't know what I would do if I met him again. The meeting room door opened, and in came the team from the Branch Group. In front of her, was a dignified woman who seemed very familiar with the space and situation. My heart stopped beating for a moment when I realized who the woman was. Kate.She walked confidently, her cold eyes looking straight at me. I couldn't believe what I
Kate’s POV Erlan nodded, a wide smile still on his face. "Yes, Kate. I have prepared everything. We will get married in a week, at the place we talked about before. I just need one more thing..." He looked at me deeply, his loving eyes making me feel like the luckiest person in the world. "What is it?" I asked softly, almost whispering, while my heart was full of hope and happiness. Erlan reached out his hand, held mine gently, and then asked, "Will you marry me, Kate?" Tears began to well up in my eyes, but this time they were tears of unstoppable happiness. I had never felt love this great before, and I knew that Erlan was the right person for me. "Of course I do, Erlan," I answered in a voice full of emotion. "I want to marry you, and I can't wait to spend the rest of my life with you." Erlan smiled happily, and in an instant, he pulled me into his arms. I could feel his strong heartbeat, accompanying my own. We hugged each other tightly as if we didn't want to let go
Kate's POV I stepped out of the office, the cool night air touching my skin as I walked to the car. The thought of having dinner with my father tonight made my steps feel heavier. Over the past few months, our relationship has begun to improve after the previous tension. My father, who was initially so against my relationship with Erlan, had slowly begun to soften. However, for some reason, something felt different. My father, who used to be stiff and rarely showed his emotions, was now more attentive. He often invited me to dinner, talking about little things that had never been a topic of conversation before. Although I was happy with this change, there was still a little worry that was bothering me. Was this a sign that he had finally accepted my relationship with Erlan? Or maybe there was something else he was hiding? I took a deep breath, trying to calm myself before finally deciding to leave. The restaurant my father had chosen was located near his house, so I decided to stop
Kate’s POV I sat on my bed, letting the reality of this message sink in completely. All the loneliness, all the patience, it was all about to pay off. It felt like a dream come true, a dream I had been waiting for so long. In a rush of enthusiasm, I typed a reply quickly, trying to channel all the feelings that were pressing to come out. [I'm so happy to hear that, Erlan! I can't wait to see you. I miss you too, and I'll be waiting with great enthusiasm. See you in a week, honey.] After sending the message, I smiled widely. The thought of the coming week began to fill my mind—the thought of the two of us walking together, having a romantic dinner, and all the warm conversations I had missed. Just imagining it made me feel happy. I stared at the ceiling of my room while hugging my pillow tightly, imagining the moment when I could finally hug Erlan again, feeling his warmth and calmness that I had only been able to feel from afar. This happy feeling was like sunlight shining on my
Kate’s POV He was tall and dignified, wearing a formal suit that fit him well. From the way he approached me, I could feel the intensity behind his smile. "Kate," he called out in a familiar tone, even though I didn't know him. "I wanted to congratulate you on the success of your project. I've long admired your hard work." I nodded and smiled politely. "Thank you. It means a lot to me." "Not only is your hard work admirable, but also the way you deal with challenges," he continued. "I see you at events like this all the time, and you always seem so strong and independent. Do you always come alone?" The question sounded innocent, but there was something about the way he said it that made me feel a little uneasy. "Yeah, I usually come alone. But I'm not really alone," I answered cautiously. The man smiled wider, his eyes shining with obvious interest. "You know, Kate, I've been watching you for the past two years. And I've never seen you with anyone. I couldn't help but ask..
Kate’s POV It’s been two years since that painful goodbye at the airport. Back then, I never imagined how my days would change. But here I am, standing at the grand opening party of a project I’ve worked so hard on. I can feel the admiring gazes of the guests, some of whom are warmly congratulating me, and others even offering to work with me on my next project. The long black dress I’m wearing tonight makes me feel elegant and dignified. I stand tall, looking around the room filled with entrepreneurs, investors, and colleagues who have all come to celebrate this success. But beneath the glitter and the praise, there’s a deep sense of relief. Not just because the project went perfectly, but because I’ve proven something to myself—that I can do it, that I can stand tall even when the world seems to be falling apart. I remember the long nights of hard work, the times when exhaustion almost overwhelmed me. But now, it all feels worth it. I’ve accomplished something greater than I e
Kate’s POV I nodded with a heavy heart, trying to hold back tears. “I believe in you, Erlan. I will wait and support you from here. Farewell, and may everything go well for you there.” As the time for the plane to depart grew closer, we stood there, hugging each other tightly. I felt a deep emptiness and sadness as I watched him prepare to leave. Every second felt like time was ticking away, and it felt like all the happiness that had ever existed was shrinking into deep sadness. “What about the two of us?” I asked, trying to distract myself from my sadness. “What are our plans after you leave?” Erlan smiled softly, though his eyes were filled with pain. “We will continue to communicate well. I will try to come home whenever I have the chance. We will continue to support and encourage each other. I am sure we will get through this.” We talked about our plans and tried to cheer each other up. We tried to keep our spirits up even though we were feeling so heavy. Erlan kept wiping a
Kate’s POVI stared at him with wide eyes, trying to absorb what he had just said. “But, this is a big offer, Erlan. Are you sure you want to take the job? Doesn’t that mean we have to have a long-distance relationship?”Erlan nodded, seemingly undeterred by the challenges that might come. “Yes, I am. I know this is not an easy decision, and there will definitely be many challenges. But I believe that if I accept this offer and prove myself abroad, it will give us great advantages in the future.”“Do you really want to do this?” I asked, my voice shaking slightly with emotion. “Are you ready to face all those challenges?”Erlan smiled softly, then took my hand. “Kate, I don’t just want to prove myself to your father. I also want to prove to myself that I can do something big and significant. And I want to do it while still loving you and fighting for our relationship.”I fell silent, trying to comprehend the big decision that Erlan had ju
Kate’s POV “You look really tired, Kate,” Erlan said as he opened the car door for me.“I am,” I admitted as I got into the car. “I had a lot on my mind today.”Erlan stared at me for a moment, as if considering his next words, then said, “I’m glad you said yes to my invitation. Let’s make tonight a little lighter, okay?”I nodded, grateful for his kindness.We arrived at a restaurant we had been to a few times before. The place was small, warm, and had a calming atmosphere. The waiter greeted us with a smile, and we were quickly seated at our favorite table in the corner.“How about I order for the two of us?” Erlan asked after seeing me staring blankly at the menu.“Go ahead,” I said with a weak smile. I knew he would order something I liked.After the waiter took our orders, Erlan looked at me intently. “How was your day, Kate? It seemed like something was bothering you.”I took a breath, feeling l
Kate's POV My phone vibrated on the table as I was enjoying a cup of coffee on a quiet morning. A message came in from Darwis. "Can we meet this afternoon? There's something important I want to talk about." I stared at the message with a slightly raised eyebrow. Why did Darwis suddenly want to meet? We had agreed to meet the day after tomorrow. But no suspicion crossed my mind. After all, our relationship was much better now—no drama, no pain that used to be between us. I took another sip of coffee and decided to reply briefly, "Sure." That afternoon, I arrived at the cafe we used to frequent. This place held many memories, but it didn't feel like it used to. Now, I come here more often with Erlan. The owner of the cafe recognized us and was used to our presence. I entered and saw Darwis already sitting at the table we used to occupy. When I approached, he turned and smiled. There was somethi