The wedding went very smoothly. Even Jake and Delia didn't dare make a scene for fear of Jared. Delia tried to be friendly, even going up to the two and congratulating them on their marriage. She acted as if she had changed and accepted Caroline as her sister-in-law."I'm sorry that I've made you uncomfortable with my slightly rude and disrespectful attitude." Delia said with a smile.Finding such a significant change, Caroline could only be silent with confusion. Why all of a sudden? She could only respond with a smile, being nice because this time Delia was being nice."Caroline, I'm glad you finally married Uncle. I hope you can live a happy life." Jake said with a smile. This time Jake looked very sincere when he said so. However, Caroline did not want to be fooled again. Jake had been nice to her, but it was because Jake had another purpose when he acted like that."Thank you." That was the only sentence Caroline could say. Because she didn't want her happy day to turn into a bad
"Sir, we found this in Madam's car." One of the men came up to Jared and handed him the tracking device they had found in the car Delia had given her.Jared had expected this. There was no way Delia could have given such an expensive car as a wedding gift so easily. He was sure his sister had a specific purpose when he gave the gift. Now it was answered when they found the tracking device attached to the car."Tape this to the car I usually drive. Not the MyBach I use to go to work, but the car I use when I want to travel with Caroline." Jared gave the order. He wanted to know how far his sister would go. He would never let anyone interfere with his wife's life."Yes, sir.""Is this all you found?""It was on one of the dolls that Madame received." One of the men showed Jared a recording device.Jared accepted the recorder with a furrowed brow. He looked confused, as he had no idea who had given him the doll. Almost all the gifts Caroline received were given right in front of her. He
Caroline woke up in the morning when it was six. She squirmed for a moment, then got up to sit up. She looked around; Jared was no longer there. She didn't know when Jared woke up and left the room. However, she did know that he always woke up in the morning to exercise, have breakfast, and then get ready for the office."Oh my God!" Caroline was surprised when Jared suddenly got up from under the bed. He too seemed to have just woken up.Jared stretched his muscles for a moment, then rubbed his face with both palms."Y-you just woke up?" Caroline asked stammeringly."Yeah, I'm a little sore from sleeping on the floor." Jared answered as he was."Why did you sleep on the floor? The bed is very spacious; we can sleep on the same bed." Caroline asked, not understanding."That's what I'm confused about. Why did you push me off the bed last night? I was sleeping peacefully when suddenly you pushed me down. I thought you didn't want to sleep with me, so I slept downstairs." Jared exp
“Thank you, Uncle.” Caroline smiled widely. She was really happy that she could fulfill her dream of a honeymoon in Hawaii. There was nothing like going to the place of your dreams with the one you love.“Whatever you want.” Jared said with great tenderness. He had been to Hawaii many times, so he was a little bored with the city. However, since it was Caroline’s dream, he had to give in. He didn’t want to spoil the mood by saying that he was bored and wanted to visit a city in another country.The car stopped when they arrived at their destination. A luxury hotel that Jake had booked. It turned out that Jake had prepared everything as well as possible. He chose all the best. He even chose a VIP room in a resort hotel in Hawaii.“I like the atmosphere and the vibe.” Caroline commented. A happy smile was etched on her sweet lips. Her eyes sparkled as she gazed at the surroundings. A gust of wind made her hair loose.Jared loved it when he saw Caroline feeling happy like that. His only
Caroline rose to her feet; she was about to return to the hotel room because she felt that it was not safe to be in a place like this alone. She had often heard that Hawaii was a beautiful city with freedom that people loved. Drinking parties and sex parties are there. However, she did not expect that she would be targeted for sex by a stranger. The trauma of the harassment she received a few months ago has not gone away; now a new trauma has emerged. She was even more afraid to make love."Hey." Jared called out in confusion when he was about to meet Caroline, but she just walked past him.Jared frowned, confused by Caroline's change in attitude. He felt that he had made a mistake in letting Caroline go to the beach alone. He thought that Caroline was upset with him because he didn't accompany her."Caroline! Honey!" Jared turned around; he chased after her and tried to apologize. He grabbed Caroline's wrist, stopping her in her tracks.Caroline was initially about to scream and hit
Caroline woke up after having been unconscious for almost half an hour. Her mental state had not yet stabilized when she woke up. Jared was sitting on the bed, looking at her with a worried look."The doctor said you had a panic attack, which is why you lost consciousness." Jared explained before Caroline could ask.Caroline let out a deep breath. She rose to sit up slowly; her gaze looked so full of sadness and stress. She tried to avoid Jared's gaze. She really felt guilty because she could not be a good wife for Jared. She couldn't give him a romantic honeymoon because those bad memories always came to her when she thought of intimate scenes with her husband."You don't want to tell me what your problem is?" Jared tried to persuade. He really wanted to know what exactly Caroline was hiding from him. He felt like the worst husband in the world because his presence gave his wife fear. How could that be?"Sorry, Uncle. I can't be a good wife to you. Me, I can't serve you in bed be
"Carol, I missed you!" Shopia ran to hug Caroline. After a week spent honeymooning in Hawaii, the newlyweds finally returned to Perth. Shopia was happy to see her best friend back in good health. She was very worried if anything untoward happened there because they only went alone without any supervision. There were no bodyguards, and neither Donny nor Thalius were assistants to be told what to do."I miss you too." Caroline returned the hug.Shopia knew from Donny that Jared and Caroline were going home today, which was why she came to welcome her friends back."I brought you some souvenirs, for Donny too." Caroline said with a smile. She released the hug, then picked up the tote bag in the trunk of the car. The tote bag contained the things she bought in Hawaii.All Caroline could think about was Shopia and Donny. She didn't think about buying souvenirs for other people. Even for her sister-in-law."When am I going to have a niece? You and Mr. Madison must have had a really good tim
"How many days will you be gone?" Caroline asked her husband.Due to a meeting with a business client out of town, Jared had to leave Caroline at home with Delia. Because of the many reporters who always follow, Jared asked Delia to accompany Caroline everywhere."It's not long, honey, just three days. I'll leave now so I can come back quickly. You'll be fine, right?" Jared hugged and kissed his wife before leaving the house."I'll take care of myself. You have to take care of yourself too. Can you promise?"Jared chuckled and ruffled his wife's blonde hair, promising that he would be fine during the trip. The long distance had Caroline worried."Mr. Jared, our flight is in an hour," Donny said."Donny, please take care of my wife while I'm gone. I can count on you, right?" asked Jared."Of course, sir." Donny bowed as a sign of respect."I'll be leaving with Thalius. So, stay here and handle all my work while I'm gone," Jared pleaded.Caroline escorted her husband to the car
"Yes! We'll leave as soon as possible. I'm really looking forward to spending time with you on the beach and enjoying all the beauty of Bali," Caroline said, feeling equally happy."Me too! Ever since we got here, I've missed you so much. It feels like something is missing without you," Aalya replied, her tone full of emotion."And we can mend our broken relationship," Caroline continued, recalling all the tensions they had experienced. "I want us to turn over a new leaf.""That's right! We'll talk about everything and fix what can be fixed. I'm so excited!" Aalya replied, her voice full of excitement. "When do we leave?""We leave tomorrow morning! Jared has organized everything. We'll fly out early in the morning and be in Bali by noon," Caroline explained, feeling a little less anxious."Wow, that's fast! I'll prepare everything that needs to be brought. What should I prepare?" asked Aalya, eager to welcome her sister."Bring all the beach clothes you have! We'll have fun in the se
After arriving at the car, Jared started the engine and drove the car towards home. On the way, he envisioned the evening he had planned. Caroline must have prepared something special. When he arrived home, Jared opened the door and was greeted with silence. "Caroline?" he shouted, hoping to find his wife in the living room. "Over here, baby!" came Caroline's voice from the kitchen. Jared rushed towards the voice, and when he entered, he saw Caroline standing in the kitchen, wearing an apron, while stirring something in a pot. She smiled when she saw her husband. "You're finally home! I've been waiting," Caroline said, stepping closer. "Sorry to keep you waiting, Caro. It's been a busy day," Jared said, leaning his back against the table. Caroline looked at him understandingly, but there was a hint of longing in her eyes. "I know, but I missed you so much. Dinner is ready; let's eat," she said, trying to cover her sadness with a smile. They sat down at the dining table, and wh
Jared sighed, sensing the sadness in Caroline's heart. He understood how important the relationship between the sisters was. "I know, Carol. But we'll see each other again soon. They're only gone for a week," he said, trying to comfort."And you know how it is. Everyone around me is having fun while I'm here," Caroline said in a tone full of unfulfilled expectations."Don't worry, I have a plan," Jared said, trying to distract Caroline. "I'm taking you to a fancy restaurant tonight. We can enjoy some uninterrupted alone time.""A fancy restaurant?" Caroline looked over, a little surprised. "You had it planned?""Yes. It's time for us to indulge ourselves. Don't think about Aalya now; let yourself have fun," Jared replied with a confident smile."Okay." Caroline nodded slowly, though her heart was still heavy. She knew Jared was trying to make her happy, and she appreciated every effort he made.After a few minutes of driving, their car finally arrived in front of a fancy restaurant wi
Aalya was annoyed and dismayed by Brian's nosy attitude. "Do you want me to walk naked on the beach? I don't want to be a crowd pleaser!" she replied, frowning.Brian stifled a laugh, further amused by Aalya's reaction. "Ah, but only I can look at you! Only I can look at you that way," he said as he stepped closer.Aalya felt her cheeks heat up at Brian's words. "Stop making this up! This isn't about that!" she exclaimed, trying to push Brian's body out of the way."Well, I just want to see you glowing on the beach," Brian said, still hugging Aalya. "Imagine how beautiful you'll look in these clothes in the sun!"Aalya tried to push Brian further, but she couldn't help but laugh. "You're so naughty, Brian! This is no time for jokes," she said, shaking her head, but couldn't avoid the smile on her face."So, why not be a little more daring? We're in Bali, baby!" Brian replied in a teasing tone, continuing to put his arm around her."Well, maybe I can add a more revealing shirt or two,"
Jared looked at Caroline and Aalya with pride. "I'm glad to see you two getting along. This is what I expected from the beginning," he said. "And if we all go to Bali, we'll make wonderful new memories."Caroline nodded in agreement. "Yes, it's time we focus on happiness and the future. No more jealousy or hatred. We are a family now, and we need to support each other."Brian, who had started to feel more comfortable in this family, added, "And I promise to take good care of Aalya while we are in Bali. We'll travel around, explore the island, and make beautiful memories."Aalya looked at Brian with sparkling eyes. "I am so lucky to have you by my side. This is a new beginning for all of us.""Let's make this moment special. We can explore the beach, try the local food, and maybe bike around the island," Caroline said, her spirits rising."And don't forget the surf! We have to learn to surf!" Aalya adds, eager to imagine the adventures they will have.They all laughed together, sharing
It was a sunny day in Perth. Inside the Madison family mansion, Caroline was preparing dinner in the kitchen. She sang her favorite song while stirring the pasta, a smile never leaving her face. Aalya, who was now closer to Caroline, helped by chopping vegetables."Ouch, Aalya, don't cut them too big! It'll be hard to eat," Caroline said with a laugh."I know, I know! Is it small enough?" replied Aalya in a joking tone, showing the cut vegetables that didn't quite meet Caroline's criteria."Yes, yes, good. I just remembered we have to prepare dessert. Do you want to make brownies or chocolate cake?" Caroline asked, getting excited."Brownies! I love brownies! Let's make them!" Aalya replied cheerfully. Their voices filled the kitchen, creating a warm atmosphere in the house.Meanwhile, in the living room, Jared was talking to Brian. Jared looked very serious, while Brian looked a little worried."Brian, I've been thinking about our relationship. Ever since you came back to Aalya, thin
"I can't believe Brian finally did it," Caroline murmured with a smile. Memories of when Brian and Aalya first met flashed through her mind. Although Aalya didn't believe in their relationship at first, Brian patiently proved how sincere and loyal he was. Caroline felt proud to see her brother finally find his true love.Caroline turned on her cell phone and decided to call Aalya. She knew how happy her sister was when she accepted Brian's proposal. After a few ringtones, Aalya answered in a cheerful voice."Caroline! How are you?" Aalya sounded very excited, her voice full of joy that flowed into every word."I'm fine, sis. I just heard from Brian, and I'm so happy for you!" Caroline couldn't hide the smile on her face.Aalya chuckled. "Oh, thank you! This is a very special moment for me. Brian really moved me. He proposed to me in the park where we used to spend time together.""Wow, that's so romantic! I know Brian must have planned it well. You deserve that happiness, sis," Caroli
Caroline's eyes lit up. She knew that Aalya's statement was not just empty words. She saw the commitment on Aalya's face, and it made her feel optimistic. "I want us to be able to repair our relationship, Aalya. We can start from here. We can support and help each other."Aalya smiled, feeling new hope in their relationship. "Thank you, Caroline. I promise I will try hard to be a better sister. I won't let jealousy get the better of me anymore. I will support you, no matter what."Days passed, and Aalya began to show a marked change in attitude. She spent more time with Caroline, helping her sister in the recovery process. Aalya learned to listen to and appreciate Caroline's feelings, which she had previously ignored. They talked more openly, shared stories, and planned for a better future.Aalya also started looking for ways to improve herself. She went to support groups, trying to work through the emotional issues that had plagued her life. She learned to love herself and let go of
After a dark period that almost took Caroline's life, she is now lying in a comfortable hospital bed, surrounded by modern medical equipment and the pungent smell of antiseptics. However, within the room, there is one thing that gives her peace of mind: the presence of Jared beside her.Jared sat in a chair next to the bed, his eyes never leaving Caroline's face. He looked tired, but his passion for caring for his wife kept him strong. Every day, Jared arrived early, bringing fresh flowers and a warm smile, despite the weight on his shoulders."How are you feeling today, dear?" asked Jared gently, stroking Caroline's bandaged hand.Caroline smiled faintly, trying to hold back the pain that was still in her chest. "I feel better, but I'm still tired," she replied, her voice soft. "You're always here, Jared. Thank you."Jared nodded, his eyes full of love. "I'm not going anywhere. You are everything to me, Caroline. I will always be here for you," he said firmly. The pain Caroline was e