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Chapter 8. I lost my appetite for work today!
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2025-03-18 11:29:00Afgan felt cornered because of the wound on his back. The man had experienced a great tragedy when he was still a child. He grew up in the midst of his busy parents who were rarely home. Despite being neglected by his father and mother who were too busy with their own world, Afgan found true comfort and affection from a loving middle-aged nanny.
“Bik Minah,” Afgan murmured in a trembling voice, trying to mask the pain that hit him so deeply. He felt dew starting to collect in his eyes, signaling that even his frozen heart couldn't contain his emotions.
Afgan drove the car faster. “I should have been the one who died in that incident!” Afgan screamed in a high tone and was still trying to contain his anger.
The nanny was the only person who really cared about him, giving him the love and attention he needed. She replaced the role of his father and mother who were never there for him.
This special relationship made Afgan love her very much. The nanny taught him the values of life, gave him a sense of security, and guided him through his difficult childhood.
However, tragic fate struck them one night. Their house was engulfed in flames. As the fire engulfed their house, Afgan and his nanny were trapped inside.
Little Afgan was rescued, but was crushed by burning wood, leaving gaping burns on his back.
Every time he looked at the burns on his back, he was reminded of that night. It was a physical wound that constantly reminded him of the deep emotional wound in his heart. His anger would peak that very second.
From the outside, he seemed strong and unshakable, but inside, he was a broken person filled with indescribable pain.
To her, the world was a cold and cruel place, and she was determined not to let anyone get close, fearing that they would steal a piece of the warmth left in her.
“Arghh! I've lost my appetite for work today!” shouted the arrogant heiress in a huff.
A moment later, Afgan decided to turn the steering wheel towards the hotel where Melinda worked. His stomach had not yet been filled with food and his feelings were mixed.
“I'd better ask Melinda to have breakfast together,” he said excitedly.
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Arriving at work, Adelia tried to hide her feelings behind her professional smile.
“Good morning, dear Adelia,” greeted Melinda warmly as usual.
Adelia only replied with a brief smile, filled in the finger attendance and returned to her unfinished work.
Feeling surprised by Adelia's attitude, her friend approached, nudged Adelia's arm with her elbow and half-whispered in Adelia's ear. “How are you, newlyweds?”
Adelia smiled wryly and gently pushed Melinda's body away. Melinda knew nothing about Afgan marrying Adelia. She wasn't even invited to Adelia's wedding because Adelia herself didn't get a single invitation card so she didn't invite anyone.
The forced wedding she had was really only organized to invite the male side of the family.
“Is everything okay?” Melinda asked seriously.
Adelia snorted in annoyance and then replied, “no big deal. Just finish our work. I still have to visit the room on the fifth floor and the elevator is out of order. I'm not in a good mood and I'd rather not chat for now.”
Melinda nodded slowly. “That's just how it is when we work here. I don't plan on working forever.”
“Hey, I'm going to date a rich guy and become his wife,” Melinda said with sparkling eyes while putting her palms together.
Adelia glanced at Melinda with annoyance. Adelia muttered to herself, 'That rich man you're targeting is the husband who just married me.'
But, of course, she didn't dare say it. With a heavy sigh, Adelia tried to refocus on her tasks, trying to take her mind off personal matters.
Although it was difficult, she decided not to let her feelings hamper her productivity. She didn't want to get fired because she still needed a monthly salary.
“Oh yeah, I told you about my replacement guy, didn't I?” asked Melinda deliberately while nudging Adelia's arm with her elbow once again. The woman didn't realize that Adelia didn't like being nudged.
Adelia glanced over and wanted to answer, but suddenly the hotel door opened and Afgan walked in with steady steps.
A friendly smile was etched on the man's handsome face, calling out to Melinda.
“Melinda.”
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Both women turned their heads simultaneously towards Afgan. Melinda immediately replied with the most beautiful smile she had while Adelia furrowed her brow and held her breath.“Let's have breakfast,” Afgan invited, looking at Melinda with a face and words full of tenderness. Very different from the way he spoke to Adelia this morning.Afgan only glanced at Adelia who swallowed her saliva after listening to the invitation, he knew that Adelia also worked at the hotel, but he decided to focus on Melinda.Adelia held back the hunger in her stomach, she herself hadn't had breakfast yet, but her husband invited another woman to have breakfast with him - a coworker, a woman in front of her.Adelia clenched her hands together tightly to contain the anger that rumbled inside her chest.“Okay, Adelia ... please take over my work, honey. That's very kind of you!”
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Afgan stood in front of Melinda's door, confused and empty. His eyes stared blankly at the door leaf in front of him.His heart wavered between the excitement of a romantic dinner with Melinda and confusion about his feelings for Adelia. He wanted to knock on the door, but hesitation haunted him. Inside, Afgan felt uncomfortable with his attitude towards Adelia at home earlier. Even so, Adelia's name kept playing on his mind.The rose he had brought earlier felt heavy in his hand, a symbol of his own confusion. Why did he feel attached to Adelia, but also felt the need to be present for Melinda?In his emptiness, Afgan decided to knock on the door. However, before he could do so, the door to the house was already open from the inside. Melinda appeared with a happy smile on her face, her eyes shining at the roses Afgan had brought.“Afgan,” greeted Melinda with a smile on her face.
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