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2024-11-16 05:19:23The judge, who had listened to all the arguments thoughtfully, took a moment before speaking.
“I will consider all the evidence presented, both from the plaintiff and the defendant,” he said in a firm, careful tone. “But the child’s interests are the top priority. Therefore, this decision will focus on Dinda’s comfort, safety, and happiness.”The courtroom was silent, everyone holding their breath waiting for the decision to be made. Sebastian sat with a broken heart, but deep in his heart he knew that, whatever the outcome, his love for Dinda would never fade. That day, in the midst of the emotional trial, Sebastian realized that being a father was not just about blood ties but about the unconditional love he had for the daughter, he might not be able to hug every day anymore.Sebastian stared ahead, trying to calm his turbulent thoughts. The judge’s firm, the authoritative voice echoed in the courtroom, but it all felt vague to him. He could only think oRelated chapters
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"I will not give up," Sebastian muttered to himself, trying to gather back the strength that was starting to fade. He knew that even though the judge's decision had been made, his struggle as a father was not over. Dinda still needed a father figure in her life, and he was determined to stay there, even if in a different capacity. His lawyer, who was still standing beside him, looked at him with understanding. "Sebastian, we can appeal. There are many ways to fight for your rights as a father. This is not the end of everything," he said in a reassuring tone. Sebastian nodded slowly, even though his heart still felt heavy. He knew that this process would be long and tiring, but he would not back down. Dinda was everything to him, and he would do anything to make sure that his daughter knew how much he loved her. As they stepped out of the courtroom, Sebastian stared out the window, watching the rain begin to pour. He felt uncontrollable tears streaming
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The rain grew heavier, wetting Sebastian’s face until he had difficulty distinguishing between the rainwater and the tears that were starting to wet his cheeks. His gaze shifted from Rendy to Sara, then back again, hoping to see even a little sympathy between them. However, both of them looked cold and unaffected.“Sara, please…” he said again, his voice breaking with deep sadness. “I know I’m not her biological father. I know you think I’m not good enough, but Dinda is everything to me. I’ve taken care of her since she was little, I’ve given her all the love I have…”“And I also gave her love, Sebastian. Love that gives her peace, not anxiety,” Sara replied loudly, trying to hold back her thinning patience. “Dinda feels safer with me. And you should start to appreciate that.”Sebastian clenched his fists, feeling great disappointment welling up inside him. “I’m just asking for a little time, Sara. Just a little. You’ve already won custody. I’m n
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Dinda looked at Sara with a clear disappointed expression. “But why can’t Daddy come in? Why can’t you just meet me for a moment, Mom?”Sara sighed, a little confused about how to explain this complicated situation to her young child. “Honey, this is indeed difficult to explain. Daddy and Mommy have an agreement for certain times so that everything goes well for you.”Rendy looked at Sara as if he wanted to add something. He knelt down next to Sara and spoke softly, “Dinda, Mommy, and Daddy Sebastian have agreed to meet at a predetermined time. Daddy Sebastian loves you, and he will come at the predetermined time. You will meet Daddy soon, on Sunday, as scheduled.”However, Dinda did not look satisfied with that answer. Her face looked even sadder, and her tiny lips trembled, trying to hold back tears. “But… I miss Daddy Sebastian. Why do I have to wait until Sunday? I… I want to meet Daddy now.”Sara felt a tremor in her chest. She could not deny
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Sara let out a long sigh, looking at Rendy with eyes full of disappointment that she had long suppressed. “Rendy, I should feel relieved now. I should feel victorious. But, look… Dinda is still looking for Sebastian, even though we’ve done everything to make her feel comfortable here. It feels like… all this effort is in vain.”Rendy nodded, trying to understand Sara’s feelings. He knew this wasn’t just about winning legal custody; it was about winning Dinda’s heart, something much more complicated.“Sara, I can see how much effort you put in. You’ve given your best, more than most single parents out there can do,” Rendy said while touching Sara’s shoulder, giving her a little encouragement. “But we also have to accept that the bond between Dinda and Sebastian has indeed formed so strongly. It’s not easy to erase those feelings.”Sara stared at Dinda who was sleeping on her bed, feeling increasingly cornered by the reality that Rendy had just revealed. “S
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"Yes, custody has officially fallen to Sara," Rendy continued with a thin grin, his expression changing to a satisfied smile. "The hardest part is over. Now all that remains is to make sure she continues to comply with everything that has been agreed upon." Rendy listened for a moment, then added, "Sebastian will not be a problem. He just needs to be left aside, with no chance to interfere again." Rendy's smile grew wider, his face now filled with suspicious confidence. "Just a few more steps and everything will go perfectly. Sara just needs to be kept from ruining this plan.”At the end of the conversation, he nodded slowly and said, “We will meet as usual, next week. Don’t worry, everything is under my control.”Rendy hung up the phone with a mysterious look. The smile on his lips reflected a hidden plan that only he knew, and it seemed that everything that had happened so far was just part of a grand scheme that was slowly star
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The next morning, even though his heart and mind were still in chaos, Sebastian still had to attend the proposal submission meeting. He walked into the company meeting room with heavy steps but tried to hide all his pain behind a strong face. The office was the only place he felt he still had control, a space that would not judge or abandon him like what had just happened in court. The meeting room was already filling up when Sebastian arrived. There were several employees sitting there with thick documents in their hands, ready to present new proposals. Not far from them, Lila was busy reviewing several files, focused as usual. Their gazes met, and Lila gave a thin, sincere but understanding smile. Sebastian returned it with a small nod, although his smile was not entirely sincere. Lila knew exactly what was going on in his life, and her presence gave him a little comfort in the midst of the chaos. As Sebastian took a seat at the end of the table, he tried to co
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Sebastian took a deep breath, trying to steel himself. Lila’s words gave him a little hope, even though the bitterness had not completely disappeared. “Thank you, Lila. I just… I just need time to accept all of this.”Lila smiled faintly. “I’ll always be here, Sebastian. Whenever you need help or just want to talk, you know I’m ready to listen.”Sebastian smiled back softly. Even though his life felt like a mess, Lila’s presence gave him a little light in the darkness he was facing. And for now, that was more than enough.***Two weeks had passed, but for Sebastian, time felt like it was moving slowly, every second filled with immeasurable longing for his little daughter, Dinda. This was the day he had been waiting for with all the mixed feelings, the first day he could spend time with Dinda after the painful trial results.Sebastian stared at the clock with hope trembling in his heart. Every second that passed seemed to be a reminder of
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Sebastian nodded. “Yes, Sara. I will be on time,” he said with a faint smile, calming Dinda who was holding his hand tightly. Today, he was determined to make Dinda happy, no matter how short their time together was.He took Dinda by the hand towards the car, then closed the door slowly. With a hopeful gaze, Sebastian looked at his little daughter sitting beside him, ready to bring simple but meaningful happiness. Today was the day he had been waiting for with all his heart, and he knew how precious every second he had with Dinda was. Sebastian drove his car with a heart full of hope, his eyes occasionally glancing at Dinda who was sitting beside him with an enthusiastic face. In his mind, he had imagined this day over and over again. A full day that he would fill with happiness and beautiful memories with his daughter. "Daddy, where are we going first?" Dinda asked while looking at him with sparkling eyes. Sebastian smiled warmly. "Let's go to
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Vina glanced at Rachel with a hint of guilt before turning her attention back to Rendy. "So, when exactly will he be moved?" she asked, trying to ensure everything was going according to plan.Rendy looked back, this time with a firmer tone. "In a few hours. The special ambulance is ready, and the route has been arranged so that no one will know. You just need to make sure Sebastian isn’t at the hospital during that time."Vina nodded, feeling the weight of the situation grow heavier. She knew that everything had to be done carefully, and every step counted. The tension between them was palpable, but they all understood that this was a necessary step."Okay. But I can't keep blocking him. If he finds out I'm deliberately stopping him, he'll become even more suspicious," Vina said, feeling the pressure.Rendy sighed, understanding the difficulty Vina faced. "I'll find another way to distract him. You do what you can. We can't let Rachel be found, V
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Sebastian mentally rescheduled his work, determined to return to Dinda's side as soon as everything was taken care of.However, when he reached the lobby, his eyes caught a familiar figure—Rendy. The man seemed to walk quickly in another direction, pushing a door toward a different corridor. At first, Sebastian didn't want to pay attention, but something inside him held him back. The direction Rendy was heading was different from the path to Dinda's room. "Where is he going?" Sebastian muttered to himself. Curiosity took over him. He decided to follow Rendy's steps. However, the path was not smooth. In the busy hospital corridor, Sebastian had to navigate through several groups of visitors chatting. His steps halted momentarily as a patient in a wheelchair was pushed by a nurse right in front of him. Sebastian let out a soft grunt. "Damn," he muttered, feeling he had lost Rendy's trail. But when he glanced to the right, he saw the man turn at the end
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Sebastian still felt a bit confused, but he didn’t want to prolong the questions, so he simply nodded and looked at Dinda, who appeared uncertain. “So, Dinda has to blow into this for breathing exercises, right?”The nurse nodded. “Exactly, sir. This will help open the airways and improve airflow in her lungs.”Dinda sat there, still feeling weak, gazing at the blowing device with doubt. Sebastian sat beside her, trying to encourage her. “Dinda, sweetheart. Try blowing into it, okay? I believe you can do it.”Dinda looked at Sebastian with weary eyes. “But Daddy... I’m tired. I can’t blow that thing.”Hearing this, Sebastian felt a pang in his heart. He knew how difficult this was for Dinda right now. “It’s okay, sweetheart. Just try a little bit. Every small effort counts. I’m here to help you.”Sebastian hoped Dinda could find a bit of courage to try, even though her body felt weak. He wanted her to know she wasn’t alone in this struggl
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Dinda nodded, feeling more at ease with her father by her side.Before long, a doctor entered to check on Dinda’s condition. Sebastian immediately stood up and greeted the doctor politely. “How is my daughter, Doctor?” he asked with hopeful anticipation.The doctor smiled slightly, delivering good news about Dinda’s condition. “Dinda is much better than just a few days ago. However, we still need to monitor her progress, especially to ensure there are no further complications.”Sebastian felt a slight weight lift off his chest. Although worries still lingered, new hope emerged within him. He knew Dinda was in good hands and was determined to support her through her recovery.Sebastian nodded. “Is there anything I need to watch out for?”The doctor thought for a moment before answering. “The most important thing is to ensure she doesn’t get too tired and maintains her diet and rest. We will also conduct some follow-up tests to make sure ev
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The next morning, Sebastian received news that Dinda would be moved to a VIP room because her condition had stabilized. Although Sara had not contacted him yet, Sebastian decided to return to the hospital. For him, every opportunity to be with Dinda was something he could not miss.He prepared himself and set off for the hospital. In his heart, he hoped to provide the support and encouragement Dinda needed to fully recover. Every step toward the hospital felt filled with hope, and Sebastian knew that his presence beside Dinda would mean a lot.Upon arriving at the hospital, Sebastian headed straight to the VIP floor. He saw several nurses busy moving Dinda from the intensive care unit to her new room. Dinda sat in a wheelchair, covered with a blanket, while Sara walked beside her, occasionally bending down to ensure Dinda was comfortable.When Sara saw Sebastian approaching, her face immediately stiffened. However, before she could open her mouth, Dinda ca
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Sebastian paused for a moment, his brow furrowed. "What is Rendy doing here? And who is that in the wheelchair?" he thought. Curiosity began to creep into his mind. He stepped a little closer, trying to catch their conversation. In his heart, he felt uneasy. Maybe something important was happening, and he felt alienated from the information. Sebastian tried to calm himself down and pay closer attention, hoping to recognize the figure in the wheelchair. Was it someone he knew? Or was there a connection to Dinda that he might not know about? With every heartbeat, his curiosity grew, pushing him to find out more. When he was about to step closer to make sure, his phone suddenly vibrated. Andi, appeared on the screen. Sebastian stared at the screen hesitantly, but finally decided to answer the call. "Yes, Andi. What's up?" Sebastian asked while continuing to watch Rendy from a distance. "Sir, I just want to remind you, tomorrow
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Sara looked at Rendy suspiciously. "Who was that?" she asked, trying to catch the nuance behind his awkward smile.Rendy gave a small smile, though he seemed uncomfortable. "From the office."Sara stared at him intently, sensing something was off. "If it’s important, you should answer it. You haven't been in the office for days. I’ll be fine here alone."Rendy shook his head, trying to reassure her. "I don't think it's important. Besides, I prefer to be here with you and Dinda."Hearing that, Sara felt a bit touched, but the tension within her remained. She appreciated Rendy's presence, but her worries about Dinda still overshadowed her. Outside the room, the sound of medical machines pulsed softly, creating an increasingly tense atmosphere.They both fell silent for a moment, absorbing the situation. Rendy tried to calm Sara, but the feeling of anxiety continued to haunt them. In her heart, Sara prayed that Dinda would recover soon and t
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Sebastian held Dinda’s hand tighter, trying to provide a sense of safety. In that moment, Sebastian resolved to protect his daughter from all fears. He wanted Dinda to know that she was not alone and that he would always be there for her."Everything that happened is over. Now, focus on Daddy. We will get through this together," he said softly, trying to give comfort.Dinda looked at her father, her eyes slightly calmer. Sebastian felt the burden on his chest lift a little, though worry still loomed. He would do anything to ensure that Dinda felt safe and loved. In that embrace of affection, he hoped to erase all the fears his daughter had experienced.Dinda tried to speak again, but her voice was very weak. Sebastian leaned down closer to hear her. "Daddy, I miss you..."Hearing those words, Sebastian felt his heart break. He could no longer hold back his tears. He gently kissed Dinda's hand, tears streaming down his face. "I miss you too, D
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Sebastian sat in the meeting room, but his mind drifted far from the presentation happening in front of him. Amid the manager's explanation of the new strategy, the face of his little daughter, Dinda, haunted him. Her cheerful smile and innocent gaze filled his thoughts, deepening his anxiety.Dinda, who was lying in the hospital, became the center of Sebastian's concern. He recalled how sweet it was when they played together or when Dinda hugged him before bedtime. Now, as he sat in the meeting room, worry gnawed at his heart. Was Dinda okay? Had she regained consciousness?Each time the manager mentioned numbers or graphs, Sebastian could only nod without truly paying attention. Guilt began to creep in as he realized how much he had neglected time with his daughter for the sake of work. In the silence of the meeting room, his hope to return home and hug Dinda grew stronger.At that moment, he vowed to himself not to let work interfere with precious momen
