Just a few minutes Clarabelle and Susan were sitting in front of Adriano's room when Jordan appeared with Lorenz. Clarabelle's heart throbbed. It hurt to stab again. But she suppressed it, not wanting to show it in front of Susan and Lorenz. Especially if later in front of her father."Honey... how is Papa?" Jordan stood in front of Clarabelle. He reached out and took Clarabelle by both shoulders.Clarabelle reluctantly looked at Jordan. She slightly lowered her head. "He is sleeping. His condition is bad.”Jordan took a deep breath. "Can I see him?"Clarabelle nodded. Without speaking she stood up and walked into the room followed by Jordan. In the room, Adriano was still sleeping. But it was clear he looked pale and very weak. Jordan stood by the bed, looking at the simple and patient man.When Adriano found out what Jordan was doing, he didn't chase Jordan away from Clarabelle. Adriano asked Jordan to open his heart, change his behavior, and only loved his wife. Jordan said yes to
"Papa is sick, very sick. If he finds out you and I are fighting…” Clarabelle looked at Jordan. She felt her heart falling apart. But she didn't want to lose to the situation. She just wanted her father to be healthy again.“Lala…” Jordan was relieved, but his heart was also shrinking. Clarabelle decided to stay, wanting to be by Jordan's side, for Adriano's sake. It meant it was not sincere because she really wanted to be with Jordan."I just want daddy to be healthy. Whatever I can, I'll do it. If being by your side would make Papa strong again, I will not leave." Clarabelle finished her sentence."Thank you," Jordan said quietly. Well, indeed Adriano was the reason Clarabelle stayed. It didn't matter. At least he and Clarabelle wouldn't be apart and Jordan had a chance to once again fight to prove he was in love with his wife."So, in front of Papa, we'll play it all good. Okay?" Clarabelle's gaze returned sharp. Jordan didn't say anything. He would try to accept this.Jordan's cel
Karen was very surprised by Clarabelle's courage. She didn't shrink at all even though Karen kept trying to defend herself, and instead blamed Clarabelle for entering Jordan's life for marrying that man.“I do have an old mind, not as free as you. But I'm proud of it, Karen. Because I hold something right and not something reprehensible. You should know yourself, and get out of a married man's life." Clarabelle's hands clenched, the more she dared to speak."Who cares what you say? I love Jordan, I will get him again, anyway," said Karen. She couldn't possibly give in to a simple woman like Clarabelle. “Too bad, you have to accept reality. Jordan can't be with you anymore." Karen stared at Karen even more intently. She had to get Karen out of Jordan's life."Then you also have to accept the fact that behind you, Jordan and I will continue to be intimate...""I don't know whether you have a heart or not, whether your brain is functioning properly or not." Clarabelle interrupted Karen.
Karen took two steps forward and tightly hugged Jordan. She felt the masculine scent of Jordan that she liked. In a few minutes, all would pass. Karen closed her eyes, enjoying the strength of Jordan's arms and chest as she hugged him tighter. She didn't want to do more, just hugged him."I have to go, Karen. Forgive me." Jordan let go of Karen. Then he walked out of the room without looking back.Karen looked at Jordan with tears almost spilling out of the corners of her eyes. “You will never be mine, Joy. Never." Karen said quietly.Jordan didn't want to look back at all, he walked away with relief that slowly filled his heart. Karen would no longer be between him and Clarabelle. In the next stage, he would struggle even harder to make Clarabelle smile again. Starting the struggle, Jordan would surprise Clarabelle. He didn't know what it was yet, but it had to be something very special so that Clarabelle would soften and open her heart wide for Jordan ag
Adriano's words made Clarabelle's heart fall apart. Was it really not going to last? No. Clarabelle didn't want to lose Adriano. She was not ready. She still wanted to be with his father longer. "Papa… I'm calling the doctor now." Clarabelle let go of Adriano's hand. Adrian shook his head. With a slight shudder, he took Clarabelle's hand and put it back together again with Jordan's. "A little more, Lala..." said Adriano. Clarabelle couldn't hold back her tears. Her body felt unsteady. Was it really the last time she was with her father? “You… promise…” Adriano looked with haggard eyes and a tired look. “Promise… anything… don't be apart…” "Yes, I promise, I will not be separated from Jordan, I will be his wife for the rest of my life. But Papa must be healthy. Papa will see me and Jordan going on together." Clarabelle spoke firmly and quickly, assuring Adriano that she would do as Adriano asked. Adrian smiled. Then he turned his gaze to Jordan. “Jordan…” Jordan felt a strong th
James immediately let go of Clarabelle's hand. He looked at Jordan who glared at him hatefully.“Jordan…” Almost simultaneously James and Clarabelle said that name.“Nice, it is so nice.” Jordan smiled bitterly. His face was flushed with his hands clenched at his sides. “I wouldn't be surprised if you repeated what you did before, James. You always want to destroy me.""Jordan, don't get me wrong. Lala and I, there is nothing between us. She is sad, and I…”"Come on, James. You again are a loser. You don't want to admit what you did. Don't you finish to make me crush? Wasn’t it enough that you got rid of Annette?” Jordan's gaze of hatred deepened. His words brought out the emotions and wounds that he had been harboring.“Jordan! You know all that is not true!” Firmly, slightly screaming, James asked Jordan not to force his thoughts."Go ahead. I hope you enjoy your togetherness.” With a huge angry face, Jordan turned around and quickly walked away.“Jordan!” called Clarabelle. Jordan
That night Jordan did not come to the hospital. When Adriano asked, Clarabelle had to lie because there was work that couldn't be left behind. Jordan didn't answer Clarabelle's messages, nor did he take calls.“He was really angry. What should I do?" thought Clarabelle. She was very restless. Things with Karen have just finished, while Jordan Clarabelle hadn't really been resolved, a new problem aroused.Increasingly agitated, Clarabelle called Susan. She couldn't bear all the pressure that was coming. She needed to pour out the fatigue that was whacking her heart. Susan immediately came to the hospital, even though it was almost midnight.“I'm really sorry, Susan. It is really hard for me.” Clarabelle rubbed her eyes which were starting to water. She didn't want to cry, but she could barely keep the tears from dripping down her cheeks."I'm actually glad you wanted to tell me. If you don't say anything, how can I know what you're feeling and thinking.” Susan looked at Clarabelle with
As soon as possible Clarabelle back to the hospital. Along the way, her heart was very anxious. She continued to pray that God gave mercy, Adriano would be able to get through the tough situation he was currently facing. Traveling by car and moving fast enough felt so long. Crystal clear bead slid across Clarabelle's eyes several times without her being able to hold it.“God, please, please… I don't get tired of asking, please save Papa. Please, don't take him. I will be alone. I need my daddy. Please…” Over and over the same words Clarabelle whispered as she looked down the street.As soon as the car was parked, Clarabelle got out and ran as fast as her footsteps could toward Adriano's room. The room was closed, and Clarabelle knew that meant the doctors and nurses were inside working on Adriano. Clarabelle peered through the window.A doctor and three nurses were inside. Clarabelle tensed even more. She didn't know what they did, what was certain was that Clarabelle's heart was gett
"Where's my grandson? I can't wait to hug him!"That cheerful voice sounded crisp. Clarabelle missed her so much. Clarabelle quickly met Crystal who had just stepped into the house."Oh, my God!" Crystal widened when she saw Clarabelle. "Look, honey. Your baby's grown this big."Crystal held Clarabelle's womb and rubbed it with overflowing joy. Clarabelle smiled. Her eyes filled with tears. The warm welcome seemed to wrap up all the things she wanted to forget before. Hayden family. The family will always be a part of her life."How are you, Lala?" Ann-Mary hugged Clarabelle instead. Her sweet elegant voice, Clarabelle also missed."I'm very well." Clarabelle smiled. There was a sense of unease also gathering in her heart. "I'm sorry, for leaving quietly. For sure, I don't want to disappoint anyone. I'm sorry.""My son who doesn't know how to take care of his wife. Why are you sorry? It's Jordan who has to apologize. In the past, he promised
Bright sun. The snow started to melt slowly. Winter was shifting, spring would come in a few weeks. Clarabelle sat by the window. She looked at the street and the scenery in front of the house where she lived. Calm, quiet, and cool. From behind her, the fragrant aroma of hot coffee was wafting into her nostrils. Clarabelle turned her head, Jordan standing with two cups in hand. The handsome face was not smiling, but a cheerful look emerged from the glint in her eyes. "Warm drink for my heart. Just milk. Coffee for me." Jordan handed one cup to Clarabelle. "Ah, I've been imagining sipping hot and fragrant coffee. Why do you give me milk more?" Clarabelle pouted but she accepted the cup from Jordan as well. "You have to be healthy. Later, when our baby is born, you can drink coffee." Jordan sat next to Clarabelle. He inhaled the aroma of coffee in his cup, then took a few sips. "Hm, pregnant women don't have a problem drinking coffee." C
The snow just a few minutes ago stopped. James' black car stopped and parked in the garage of the big house. James got out of the car and quickly turned around, opening the car door from the other side."We are here. Come on, Babe." James held out his hand.Nerry took James' hand and got out of the car. She looked around. The parking lot was just so wide. There were several cars in the garage. All clearly classy cars, cars not seen on the road too often."They are waiting." James smiled. He took Nerry by the hand and ushered her into the house through the side door, straight into the living room."Sir, I'm very nervous." Nerry watched James. The girl's face was blushing. James was smiling broadly with joy."Take it easy. You won't be punished for falling in love with Hayden. And don't call me Sir," James said."Yes, sir. Oh, James? Weird." Nerry smiled faintly. Beautiful, with a blush on her face. James laughed. It was always fun to see Nerr
Jordan stopped in his tracks at the question. What did he just hear? He turned around. His eyes met those beautiful eyes that made him fall in love. He stared at Clarabelle's round and clear eyes."Are you sure, you want to leave me? And our baby?" Clarabelle looked at Jordan. His hand touched his stomach.Jordan was still digesting what happened. His eyes were getting darker."After everything you've done, chocolate shop Lala Joy, leaving your posh Sydney mansion, never minding Hayden's office, and letting all those women go... you're going to walk away from me?" Clarabelle spoke quietly. Her eyes looked shady. Slowly her lips smiled."Lala...." Jordan couldn't believe what he saw. Clarabelle said something beyond her imagination."I miss you too, Jordan Gerald Hayden. Deep in my heart, I always want to hug you." Clarabelle's thin lips curved into a smile again.Jordan immediately came back and held Clarabelle's hand. "What do you say?"
James left his room. He called Susan and was forced to wake her up. The news James gave her about Clarabelle shocked Susan. She quickly got ready and met James in the parking lot. "Susan, help me. This is a bad situation. Jordan did a stupid thing again and hurt Clarabelle." James started driving the car out of the hotel. It was getting light, but the sun would not show itself. "What do you expect from me?" Susan asked. "I'll calm Jordan, he is so down. He's feeling stupid and sorry again. I think he's even more screwed up because their baby is in danger." James sounded restless and worried. "You, I need you to calm Clarabelle. I don't know how she feels about Jordan after this. I'm almost certain she will ask for a divorce." Susan looked at James. Was it that bad? Susan didn't know what to say. She also didn't know what she could tell Clarabelle later either. "I plan to go home today, to Sydney. Because I have an important meeting to attend. I don't know. By the weather and the
Jordan panicked. He trembled to see Clarabelle even having trouble sitting up."Lala... Lala...." Jordan didn't know what to say.While the blood flew and spread over the snow."Jordan, it hurts...." Clarabelle said while holding her womb."Doctor ... we go to the doctor. Wait, I'll take the car. Hold on," Jordan said between confusion and fear.He stood up and walked back to his shop. He had to get the car immediately and take Clarabelle to the hospital. Clarabelle was getting paler. A piercing coldness, accompanied by pain hit her womb, legs, and waist, and spread throughout her body. She could barely move anymore.A few minutes later, Jordan came. He helped Clarabelle into the car. Clarabelle was limp, but her body was also stiff from the cold. With a heart not abysmally, Jordan began to accelerate his car. It wasn't snowing any longer, but the roads were tough enough to walk on, Jordan couldn't have been driving as fast as he usually did."Uhhh ... it hurts ...." Clarabelle squeez
Clarabelle was surprised by Jordan's reaction. She tried to break free, but Jordan would not budge. He was even bolder in action. He kissed Clarabelle. He let go of longing by hugging his wife tightly. Clarabelle initially wanted to rebel. Unfortunately, her heart and longing were not in line. The heart refused, but the longing that Clarabelle felt forced her to accept the intimacy that Jordan threw at her. A strong pounding overtook Clarabelle. A pleasant beat, which raised her desire unstoppable. Clarabelle gave up. She began to enjoy Jordan's touch. "I miss you. So much...." Jordan whispered, softly. Clarabelle was getting excited. There was no refusal, Jordan went further. The game continued. He pulled Clarabelle onto the bed. They continued the journey of longing and love that had been held back for too long because of anger, disappointment, and fear of getting hurt even more. Outside the snow was pouring again. Even the sound of the wind howling could be heard. The longing th
Jordan's car shook. Clarabelle clutched her chest with fear rising so fast. The car nearly collided. Jordan swiftly returned to position and controlled the steering wheel. Fortunately, he was able to dodge so that the collision did not occur."Oh, my god...." Clarabelle still felt her chest beating fast because of the shock.Jordan was back in control of his vehicle. But he was also just as surprised. He took several deep breaths, calming himself down."Sorry, I am sorry," Jordan said without looking at Clarabelle. He focused on driving.Clarabelle didn't answer. In his heart he was grateful, there was no accident. He couldn't imagine if a collision had actually occurred. It wasn't just her and Jordan who were wretched, but the tiny baby in her womb as well.The rest of the way to Jordan's shop, no one spoke. Jordan parked his vehicle and went straight into the garage. Clarabelle went back to holding Jordan's cheek, then to his neck."Hurry up, go inside. You have to take medicine." C
James sharpened his gaze. Nerry's two beautiful and tapering eyes were watery. What was she worried about? Why was the girl so sad?"Nerry, what's wrong? I am serious. I'm not playing with you. I promise....""That's not it. I'm sorry," said Nerry.James covered his mouth. He had better hear what Nerry would tell him. Maybe he was too quick to ask Nerry to be his girlfriend let alone enter into marriage. It felt the same as the story of Jordan and Clarabelle."Knowing you in person, having moments together, for me... is like a dream. It doesn't make sense. You suddenly appeared in front of me. All my days have changed in an instant." Nerry began to express what was raging in her heart.James waited. He knew Nerry wasn't done yet."To be honest, if I'm really with you, I'll be like Cinderella. From a simple life, I will enter a palace. Can I do that, sir? Am I worthy enough to stay by you? To know you are already extraordinary for me."James smiled at Nerry's words. The young woman who