"Jasmine, next time you see that uncle, you should avoid him and leave quickly," Catherin said when they reached home.
"Why Mom? Uncle is really nice to me," Jasmine said.
Just obey Mommy's words. Don't talk to strangers. Do you understand? said Catherin.
Yes, Mom," said Jasmine.
Now go to your room and take a bath," said Catherin as Jasmine nodded.
Jasmine is still very young—not even 5 years old—but she is so smart and has already started school. She was even independent. Catherine could not be with her all the time due to work demands.
Mouli! Catherin exclaimed to the middle-aged woman. "In the future, don't let Jasmine out of your sight. And if that man you always call Uncle Handsome comes to see her, take her away immediately."
Yes, ma'am," Mouli exclaimed.
Catherine walked into her room. She let out her breath. No matter how hard she hid Jasmine, Aiden finally met her too. Was this really fate?
Catherine had just walked into her office, followed by her personal secretary."Any news?" asked Catherin, setting her branded bag on the side of her desk and sitting on her oversized chair.The female secretary, who was clutching a file to her chest, walked closer to Catherin's desk."Mr. Branden's replacement company lawyer will be here this afternoon," the secretary named Hellen said.Alright, Helen, please bring me the files I need to sign! Catherin exclaimed."Yes, ma'am."The woman named Hellen walked away, leaving Catherin alone.On the desk board, Catherine's name was clearly written.Catherina WilliamDirectorCatherin began to sign some files that Hellen had just handed over. She was staring at her laptop, doing something.Ꙭ"Excuse me, Mrs. Catherin. The lawyer Mr. Branden sent is here! Hellen exclaimed at the doorway."Alright, ask him to come in," Catherin replied without turning
Catherin was currently with Robert at one of the famous western restaurants there. Catherin's mind was on Aiden, who was now a lawyer in the company she managed. Why? Why did fate do all this? Why did they have to keep meeting and interacting again? Isn't the pain she has endured all these years enough?Why love if only to feel the deepest pain?Her love had been unrequited, and Catherin really wanted to get out of this painful sphere of feelings. She wanted to be free and forget about Aiden. Even after all these years, it was still so hard. And now that fate had brought them back together, it was even more difficult for her.And Jasmine, what if Aiden finds out who Jasmine is? "Cath!"The call with a touch on her hand woke Catherin up from her reverie.Uh, why Robert?" asked Catherin.Are you just going to keep staring at the food in front of you until it gets cold?" asked Robert.Ummm.
Aiden was currently sitting across from Catherin in Catherin's room.I've studied all the documents your assistant gave me," Aiden said.All right then," Catherin exclaimed.Here are some documents that you must agree to. You can read them," Aiden said, handing the documents to Catherin.Catherin opened it and read it carefully.Are you close to Robert? Aiden asked, causing Catherin to stop reading and turn to him.Is there a problem?" asked Catherin, frowning.Nothing; I'm just happy to see you happy," said Aiden, looking sincere.Thank you for your concern," Catherin replied, turning her face away. For some reason, her heart still beat fast when she was by Aiden's side.Nothing had changed from five years ago; what Catherin used to feel for Aiden now still hurts. No matter how much she held back and hid her feelings, she was still unable to forget Aiden or even get rid of them.Have you lived in this town for a
Aiden had just arrived at Harry's nightclub. He always came when he had free time so that the emptiness wouldn't suffocate him further.Mr. Aiden! exclaimed Lala, who came to greet Aiden.The beautiful woman never tired of approaching Aiden, even though she was often rejected and ignored by him. As usual, Aiden just gave her a quick glance and walked towards the bar tender table.I'm glad to see you're here. Lala exclaimed, immediately wrapping her arms around Aiden."Lala, go away!"Why do you keep pushing me away? Am I that disgusting in your eyes? asked Lala, feeling offended and hurt.No, it's not like that. I just want to be alone," Aiden exclaimed, walking away from a visibly upset Lala.Exactly what kind of woman does Aiden want? Why does he keep rejecting me? Lala muttered, watching Aiden's broad back.Aiden sat down at the bartender's table, and Louis greeted him immediately.The usual," Aiden exclaimed.
Catherine tightened her coat. Aiden's words from this afternoon kept ringing in her ears. There was a sense of happiness in her heart, remembering that Aiden still considered her so important even though he was just a friend.I want us to be like before, but I'm afraid. I'm afraid of falling in love with you even more and repeating the same mistakes," she muttered.She was afraid of being hurt by love again. This love was really suffocating his chest and killing him slowly. On the other hand, she was longing, but on the other hand, she was scared. Afraid of falling again because of her love. "Mom..."The call made her turn her head.That innocent gaze always reminded him of that love. The love that was still embedded in her heartCatherine never showed her weakness in front of Jasmine. She always presented a motherly figure who was always firm, disciplined, and strong. "Why are you out? You haven't slept, h
"Jasmine!"Catherine opened the door to her room loudly, making Jasmine turn her head towards her. "Mom?"Catherine walked quickly to Jasmine and pulled her into her arms. "How are you? Did they hurt you?"“I'm fine, Mom; I have my handsome uncle to help me," said Jasmine, releasing Catherine's hug.“Uncle Handsome?" exclaimed Catherine, scrunching her forehead in confusion.“Yes, Mom, he helped me," said Jasmine. Aiden...“Have you thanked Uncle Handsome yet?" asked Catherine.“I did Mom.""Good girl." Catherine gently rubbed Jasmine's head.Mom, can we invite Uncle Handsome to dinner? Jasmine exclaimed. "I want to take him to dinner. And introduce him to Mommy.Catherine was transfixed by Jasmine's words. How could they meet and have dinner together? Aiden might find out about Jasmine's identity. That was the thing she feared th
Soekarno Hatta International Airport, IndonesiaAiden had just set foot back in the country of his birth. He took off the sunglasses that clung to his sharp nose and looked around.After five years, he is now back in this country. A country that holds so many memories. Memories that traumatized him and caused him pain.After sighing, Aiden resumed his steps while towing his small suitcase. He ordered an online taxi to his apartment.Due to his father's debt, the bank had taken possession of his home. His family's wealth had disappeared because of his parents' greed.Aiden's life has changed drastically since five years ago. Not only did he lose his love and girlfriend, he also lost all the wealth and luxurious facilities his family had. His family's life is broken. Elena's mother had to go to jail, and his father died of bankruptcy, and all his wealth disappeared. Aiden left town with his personal fortune.It was not easy to go through
Aiden walked down the hallway of the hospital. He stopped his steps when he reached the front of the room where Elena was being treated.He stood facing the door and stared at it for a long time. It wasn't that he didn't love Elena, but it was because of Elena that he lost Agneta. Because of her mother's greed, he had to live like a chess piece that Elena had to manage.Aiden sighed before grabbing the doorknob and opening the door. He entered the infirmary.The figure of an elderly woman lay weakly on a bed. He stared at her as medical equipment filled her frail body.The Elena of old had changed. The woman who was her mother was no longer as haughty and arrogant as before. She now looked old, frail, and helpless.At the sound of approaching footsteps, her wrinkled eyes opened, and she turned to the side of the gurney. "A-aiden?"She mumbled weakly and sounded like a whisper because her mouth was covered with a breathin