Raisa's eyes only closed at around 3am. Before that she was busy organizing her heart and mind, most likely tomorrow morning her husband would return home. After the gastric surgery that almost took his life.“Good morning,” Aunt Iyem said to Raisa who sat pensively on the porch. This time she was as usual, putting on a happy face as she waited for her regular cake seller.“Are you waiting for someone?” asked Aunt Iyem, approaching Raisa while holding Anya, who had just woken up. Raisa's daughter was very beautiful, she had inherited Raisa's dark eyes and beautiful face.Raisa nodded, “Yes. It looks like the cake seller was a little late, or didn't sell,” Raisa replied, occasionally looking at the road in front of her house.Not long after chatting with the old woman, the cake seller she had been waiting for appeared in front of Raisa's house.“There he is,” Raisa said happily, immediately walking to the front of the house to approach the cake seller.“Good morning, sorry for waiting
Raisa put on a sad face, she was about to start acting that day. Actually, Raisa had prepared all the scenarios to make her feel upset by using her mother-in-law.“I'm sorry. Actually, Anya was a bit cranky last night, so I didn't have time to cook. I thought it would be better to order food online so you guys can eat on time,” Raisa replied with a sad face.The woman lowered her head. She didn't want to lose this time, she had to try to look like the saddest and most painful person.“Just excuse it,” said Raisa's father-in-law who didn't like her answer.“Sir! What's wrong with you? At least respect Raisa who is tired of taking care of her household and children,” defended Raisa's mother-in-law. The woman actually did like Raisa more than Maya. She would even agree if Arka stayed with Raisa.“Keep defending yourself, you're the one who doesn't want to accept other people,” replied Raisa's father-in-law who almost let slip.All eyes were on Raisa's father-in-law. Especially Arka, who
In a small town located on the outskirts of the forest, there lived a beautiful and kind woman. She was a faithful and loving wife to her husband. They married after a long relationship, and lived happily in their household.However, their happiness began to suffer when the husband began to change. Initially, the wife did not really notice the changes. He often came home late, looked tired, and sometimes even got angry for no apparent reason. Isti tried to understand and support her husband, but more and more he became distant and cold towards her.One night, while the wife was waiting for her husband to come home from work, she saw something that broke her heart. Her husband came home with another woman, they were laughing and joking at the door. Isti felt like she had been stabbed by a sharp knife, as if her world had collapsed in an instant.The wife tried to keep her composure and asked about her husband's condition in a trembling voice. However, her husband only replied sarcastic
Raisa was still sitting pensively on the living room sofa. She was still enjoying reading a stack of novels. Even though the time has already shown 2 am. Raisa's therapy is still excited and continues to read the next page. She really enjoyed the role.“Why didn't I do this a long time ago. Get involved, it's even fun,” Raisa muttered with a chuckle. She shook her head, staring in wonder at herself for taking care of the household with all her might, but what did she get? Only misery.Raisa continued reading again about a husband's infidelity. It seemed very suitable for Raisa's current life.“I think this story reflects my life right now,” Raisa muttered with a rough exhale.A woman sat on the edge of the bed, her eyes glued to the bright screen of her phone. Silently, she scrolled through messages that revealed a long-hidden great secret. The messages reveal secret communications between her husband and another woman, a woman who is not her.When she first discovered the messages, h
In a small village on the outskirts of the city, there lived a woman who had the incredible strength to go through life anonymously. That woman was a wife who had experienced various trials and challenges in her life. Even so, she never gave up and was always able to bounce back with incredible strength.The wife lives in a small, simple house with her husband. They married young and have been together for many years. Although their lives have not always been smooth, they support and love each other. Her husband was loving and loyal, but there was one big secret hidden behind his warm smile.One day, the wife found a text message on her husband's cell phone that revealed an ongoing affair. Her heart broke into a million pieces and she felt like her world was crumbling. However, it was not her habit to cry for a long time or give up so easily. She chose to remain calm and face the matter head on.With tremendous strength, the wife confronted her husband and revealed that she was aware
Raisa is still faithfully reading the novel, some stories are compared with her own life story.“If only Arka was like Arman, who immediately apologized and forgot Maya. But that's impossible. This is a story with a set plot, and my life?” Raisa smiled wryly. She had swallowed the bitter truth. Raisa returned to the real world, it was already 5am. Raisa was suddenly sleepy. She went into her room to visit her daughter who was fast asleep. Raisa smiled a little, then kissed her daughter's cheek.“Sleep well, dear. Mommy is always there for you,” Raisa murmured softly next to her daughter's ear. Suddenly Anya squirmed softly and fell asleep again. Seeing that, Raisa was very happy even though her life was not good, but at least she still had a very beautiful daughter. Raisa was grateful for that.She lay down right next to her husband, Arka. The man seemed to be sleeping peacefully. Raisa took a quick look at her husband's face before drifting off into a dream.“Why are you being so m
Raisa jumped in shock, she sat up and found Arka no longer beside her. Her daughter Anya was still fast asleep. “Oh my God! Did I just have a dream?” Raisa wondered. She wiped the sweat from her temples. Her vision was still blurry and dull. She had not slept well last night.“Why did the dream feel vivid. But I think it's a reaction to my broken home life,” Raisa muttered in self-pity.She recalled a dream about her husband's infidelity. Just like the one experienced by Raisa's household lately.“It's like it's real. But this is very real.” Raisa said with a troubled face. Again she was stunned looking at her beautiful daughter.She no longer cared about Arka. Looking out the window, she found Arka on the front porch.“What is Arka doing? Is she waiting for the wet cake?” Raisa thought to herself. Raisa only monitored Arka's movements from inside the house. Sure enough, from inside the house Raisa saw the wet cake seller stop and Arka immediately approached.Raisa continued to monit
“Raisa!” Arka shouted from behind. She hurriedly came over and wondered what her husband was fussing about.“You haven't washed?” Arka asked with probing eyes. “How can my work clothes still be this dirty. Isn't this from a week ago?” Arka looked angry. She was holding back her anger at the sight of the mountain of dirty clothes.Raisa made a sad face, “I'm sorry, dear. I haven't had time to wash your clothes. Anya has been fussing lately,” Raisa defended herself. She made her face as sad as possible so that her husband would feel even angrier. Arka looked at a book that Raisa was carrying. He then grunted in annoyance and walked away. Raisa put on an innocent face. She really felt like nothing had happened.“Since when did Raisa become like this? Did she find out about my affair? But there's no way. If she had found out, she would have asked for an immediate divorce from me,” Arka muttered sitting in the television room. Her hand moved to pick up the TV remote lying on the table.
Although Alana is gone, her legacy lives on in the hearts of those who remain. In the bookstore that she once loved so much, the atmosphere of warmth and happiness was strong.On that night, as the friends gathered around the small table, they felt an invisible, but very real presence. They felt Alana's endless happiness, as her spirit always pushed them forward, and the love that never faded even though she was gone.In their laughter, sweet stories about Alana, and the unity they felt, they found true happiness. Because in moments like these, they feel that even though Alana is gone, her footsteps live on in every action they take, every word they speak, and every breath they take.That night, inside a dimly lit bookstore, Alana looked on from somewhere far away, smiling happily. Though she had left this world, her legacy lived on in infinite happiness, in the hearts of those she had loved so deeply.And between the glow of the lights and the sound of their laughter, Alana was at pe
Although Alana is gone, her legacy lives on in her successful business and inspiring presence in the community. Although she is no longer around personally, her passion and expertise in managing her business is still reflected in the sustainability of the bookstore she built.The management team, led by Johan and some of Alana's loyal friends, has carefully implemented the principles and values that she instilled in the business. They maintain the friendly and relaxed atmosphere that has become the bookstore's trademark, and continue to organize the cultural and literacy events that Alana has built.Although they were faced with strong external pressure from Lisa's development plans, they remained steadfast in their belief to maintain the Alana legacy. They looked for creative ways to attract new customers and expand their base, while still maintaining the values they believed in.Alana's expertise in managing a business is not just limited to the financial aspect, but also in her abi
Amidst the chaos and ruins of the destroyed café, Alana and Johan sat on opposite sides, separated by their conflicting feelings and views. Alana looked at Johan with a look of disappointment, while Johan looked at Alana with a determined expression."You can't just rely on a stranger like that!" said Alana in a stern tone, her eyes radiating deep anger, "We don't know who he is, or what his motives are."Johan interjected quickly, "We need help, Alana. We can't fight this alone. She could be the key to saving our cafe."Alana insisted, "But we must be vigilant. We can't risk too much. What if she is part of them?"As they continued to exchange arguments, the atmosphere around them grew tense. The cafe staff and the few remaining customers began to gather around them, staring with sharp tension. Some supported Alana, while others nodded in agreement with Johan.However, before their dispute could reach its peak, there was the sound of approaching footsteps. The young woman they met ea
Alana and Johan's cafe was filled with hubbub, customers laughing and telling stories at the tables, and the tantalizing aroma of coffee. However, the bustling atmosphere was suddenly interrupted when a group of armed men burst into the cafe, pointing guns at the terrified staff and customers.Alana and Johan, who were behind the counter, looked at each other with unspoken panic. They knew they had to act quickly to protect their staff and customers."I'll try to sneak up behind them," Johan whispered to Alana in a trembling voice.Alana nodded, "I'll try to distract them. Be careful."Holding his breath, Johan moved silently towards the back of the room. Meanwhile, Alana walked towards the attackers with her hands raised, trying to calm the situation.However, before she could say anything, one of the attackers threatened to blow up the cafe if anyone tried to resist. Alana felt her heart racing, but she tried to remain calm.At the back of the room, Johan hid behind the fire escape.
As Alana and Johan were enjoying their moment together, there was a sudden sound of breaking glass from the cafe's kitchen. They both looked at each other with deep concern.Without hesitation, Alana and Johan ran to the kitchen to see what was happening. When they got there, they were shocked to see that the cafe had been infiltrated by a group of unknown people who threatened the staff with guns."Nobody move! Everyone stay where they are!" shouted one of them, his face covered by a mask.Alana and Johan held hands, their hands sweating in anxiety. They knew they had to act quickly to protect their staff and customers."Call the police immediately!" Alana exclaimed to one of the staff who was still there.However, before they could do so, the situation worsened. One of the attackers threatened to blow up the cafe if they tried to fight back. Everyone inside the cafe fell silent, feeling trapped in an unimaginable tension.Alana and Johan looked at each other, knowing that they had t
In the darkness that enveloped the secret room, Alana and Johan felt their adrenaline rising. They realized that they both had to think fast and act carefully to confront David, the brains behind all the chaos that had happened at their cafe."He can't get away this time," Alana whispered to Johan, her eyes glazed with determination.Johan nodded in agreement, "We must uncover the truth and stop all this before it's too late."David smiled sarcastically, "You two are very brave to come in here. But unfortunately, you'll never get out."Without hesitation, David launched an attack at Alana and Johan. The battle erupted inside the secret room, where shadows and rumbling sounds were silent witnesses to their struggle.However, Alana and Johan are not alone. Some staff suspicious of David's activities have been following them secretly, ready to help them fight the evil that threatens their cafe.With solid cooperation and determination, Alana, Johan, and the café staff manage to overcome
After days of long discussions, Alana and Johan finally came to a difficult decision: they decided to reject David's investment offer. Although the offer was tempting, they realized that maintaining control of their café was more important than short-term financial gain.However, when they were ready to announce their decision to the staff, a tense atmosphere set in at the cafe. Some staff who were hoping for change and growth commented with disappointment, while others were relieved that their cafe would remain in the hands of Alana and Johan.Things got even more heated when Alex, one of the staff who openly supported David's offer, stood up and looked at Alana and Johan with disappointment. "You two are making a big mistake by turning down the offer. This café needs someone more ambitious to take it to the next level," he said in a sharp tone.Alana and Johan stared at each other, devastated by Alex's harsh words. However, they remained firm in their decision. "We respect your view
In the increasingly tense atmosphere, worry and distrust began to grow among the cafe staff. Some of them began to debate who should take control in the face of this precarious situation.As Alana and Johan were busy planning their next move, there was a loud noise from the corner of the café. Two staff members, Mark and Lisa, were involved in a heated argument that eventually led to a physical fight.Alana and Johan immediately ran over to them to try and defuse the fighting, but the fight escalated.Mark shouted, "You have no right to give orders! This café needs a firm leader, not an inexperienced person like you!"Lisa retorted with a bright red face, "You can't manage everything by yourself! We have to work together as a team, not compete against each other!"Meanwhile, other staff began to gather around them, increasing the crowd and tension in the cafe. Cursing and threats were heard from all directions, making the situation even more difficult to control.Alana and Johan tried
One dark night, in the midst of a heavy downpour, Alana and Johan's café witnessed a mysterious incident. A loyal regular customer, known as Mr. Smith, suddenly falls unconscious on the floor of the cafe. Alana and Johan immediately try to help him, calling an ambulance and trying to figure out what happened.However, when they investigated further, they found suspicious evidence that the incident might not have been an accident. There were signs that Mr. Smith had been poisoned. This raised a disturbing question: Who was behind this attempted murder and why?Alana and Johan, along with some loyal customers who are former detectives and lawyers, decide to conduct their own investigation. They realize that their cafe is the center of attention, and danger may be lurking around every corner.Meanwhile, Reza, their old competitor, reappears with a bigger threat than ever. He claims that he has information capable of destroying the reputation of Alana and Johan's cafe, and he has no qualm