"Why are you so gloomy after marriage? Is your life not happy or what?"
After the lecture, Denisa immediately approached Ghea, who was still sitting in her seat. From a distance, it was clear that her friend was lost in thought.
"This morning, when I picked her up, she was silent the whole way. It was like talking to a wall," Joshua complained. The man who was also Ghea's friend and bestie was the one she asked to pick her up from home this morning.
"Why even ask if she's happy or not? What do you guys think? Does anyone marry because of arranged marriages and become happy?"
"Yes!" Denisa and Joshua answered in unison. This made Ghea pout even more.
"Moreover, out there, beautiful girls are arranged to marry an older but wealthy guy. They live happily. It seems like you're the weird one here. Arranged to a nearly perfect guy, but it feels like a disaster."
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"Randy, come on, let's go home. You're driving yourself, right?" Verona exclaimed, pulling her son's arm to get him to move quickly from his seat."Y-yeah, Randy is driving, Mom.""Well, then hurry up! The medicine will kick in soon. Do you want to be all awkward in the car?"Ghea, still sitting, immediately lowered her head in embarrassment. Her ears and cheeks felt hot hearing what her mother-in-law had just said. For God's sake, is she being trapped or what? Can she report to the police after this for an accusation of unpleasant behavior?Meanwhile, noticing her daughter-in-law looking stunned, Verona shifted her attention to Ghea. She reached for the girl's shoulders and urged her to get up from the dining area. Slowly but surely, they both walked towards the exit and then quickly entered Randy's car parked right in front of the house."Be careful on the road, dear. When you
"Gee! Where are you heading?"Denisa intentionally halted Ghea's steps upon seeing her rushing to leave right after the lecture. Just from her demeanor, it was clear that Ghea was in a hurry to exit the class."I'm going to catch up with Mario. I want to consult about the internship. Remember, time is tight. We need to submit our schedules to Mr. Andreas the day after tomorrow. I still haven't found a suitable placement at all."Denisa nodded in understanding. As final semester students, it was mandatory for them to undergo an internship for a few months as a graduation requirement. Some students already had permission to start their internships."I'm all set. In fact, I start working tomorrow. Joshua too.""See, you guys are so lucky," complained Ghea. It seemed like she was the only one who hadn't secured a place for the mandatory assignment until now. It was her fault for unde
After returning from Mario's office, Ghea hurriedly cleaned herself up and went to the kitchen. When she arrived, Sandra and another assistant were already preparing dinner.Surprised to see Ghea in the kitchen for the first time, Sandra immediately asked. She was afraid that her employer needed something if she took the trouble to come over."Ms. Ghea? Why? Do you need something?"Ghea smiled, approached, and looked at what her two assistants were preparing."What are you cooking?""Ah, we're just preparing dinner for Ms. Ghea and Mr. Randy.""Yes, what are you planning to cook?"Sandra nodded and pointed to the ingredients on the table."Tonight, we plan to cook sweet and sour chicken and Mr. Randy's favorite capcay, Mba."This time, Ghea nodded."Let me do it, okay?"
This morning, before heading to work, Randy appeared sitting quietly in the living room while waiting for Ghea, who was still busy getting ready. Meanwhile, he chose to read the work report that Alvin had sent. In the room, Ghea was still struggling with her clothes, then continued to perfect the makeup she was wearing before finally deciding to join Randy downstairs.Confidently, Ghea approached, then greeted Randy, inviting him to leave for the office."Come on, let's go now, Uncle!"Randy then put away the tablet he had used to read the report. He looked up, then was astonished for a moment by the unusual appearance shown by his wife.Wearing a blazer with a skirt, she looked truly beautiful and cute. Although it couldn't be denied, no matter how she was dressed up, Ghea still looked like a child. But, for some reason, this was what became her unique and unusual charm in Randy's eyes. 
"So, it was my husband who contacted both of you to join the internship here?"During the lunch break, Ghea intentionally invited her two friends to hang out and spend the break time in the office cafeteria. There was something she needed to clarify immediately. Why were her two friends suddenly at her husband's office? They both had their own internship destinations."Aww, the husband," Denisa teased, reaching out to touch Ghea's forehead playfully. It was unusual for her to refer to him as 'my husband' after always using the term 'Uncle,' which didn't sound quite right. "You're not sick, are you? Or did you eat something wrong?"Ghea promptly brushed off Denisa's hand, irritated that instead of addressing her question, her friend was discussing something she considered unimportant."Don't start.""I was just asking, Ghe. It's so unusual for you to call Randy 'my husband,'" Deni
"Good evening, my wife."Randy had just arrived home around 8 p.m. Upon entering the room, he found his wife sitting on the floor with scattered papers, looking serious.Randy was convinced that his wife must be working on an unfinished office task. Otherwise, Ghea wouldn't be this serious. It seemed she didn't even notice him entering the room. If not, why would she ignore his greeting?For a moment, Randy chose to let Ghea focus on her task. After finishing cleaning up, he approached to check directly what his wife had been working on."What are you working on? You seem really serious.""Bu Sonia gave me a task to calculate and analyze the construction of the Atmawijaya Apartments. The reports I've submitted haven't been verified since yesterday. That's why I'm confused, not sure where the mistake is," Ghea replied without turning towards Randy. She was too absorbed in the give
In reality, if she wanted to, Ghea could report some staff members from other divisions who were rude and dared to gossip openly, even comparing her to other women. But because she didn't want to start trouble, she thought it would be better to remain silent for now. Even if they caused trouble later, Ghea was determined to retaliate. It was not fair to be compared and spoken ill of by everyone who probably didn't like her."Well, it's good if you're comfortable. If during the internship anything bothers you or makes you uncomfortable, don't hesitate to report it to me.""Why should I report?" Ghea asked curiously."Well, as a husband, isn't it my duty to make sure you feel comfortable wherever you are?""Ugh—""This isn't sweet talk, Ghea," Randy interrupted, as if knowing what his wife was about to say. "But it's only natural for a husband to behave like that, right?"
"I feel that today's discussion and meeting have been more than sufficient. If there's a need for revisions or additions later on, we can reschedule to discuss them in the next meeting. Certainly, Akasia has conveyed standards that are no longer negotiable.""In that case, we, the Velfare team, agree with what has been decided. We hope that it can now proceed to the process of signing the collaboration agreement."Randy then stood up. Extending his hand, he invited his business associate to shake hands before parting ways.Kennedy was also present. They chatted for a few moments, then chose to go their separate ways."Do you want to ride with me or what?" Kennedy asked Randy before leaving the restaurant."I brought my own car, Ken. You go ahead. Besides, I have to pick up Ghea first.""Okay, then I'll head back first. Send my regards to Ghea."