That morning, Nico sat at the dining table playing with his spoon, waiting for Celine to come downstairs. He was determined to talk directly to Celine about their increasingly complicated relationship. However, the atmosphere became uncomfortable when Celine suddenly received a call in the middle of breakfast. "Yes, Bryan? What's wrong?" asked Celine as she stood up from her chair, moving away to take the call. Nico could only hear part of their conversation. But, from Celine's serious tone of voice, Nico guessed the conversation was important. "I'll be right there," Celine said before hanging up. Nico immediately looked at Celine. "Where are you going so early in the morning? " " Bryan needs me to discuss the continuation of the project. It's urgent," Celine replied without much ado as she picked up her bag. Nico tried to contain his emotions. "We haven't even talked yet. Do you really not have time for me?" Celine gave Nico a glance, her expression flat. "If it's about
That night, Nico and Calvin arrived at the mansion. Calvin ran inside, heading straight for his room, while Nico stood on the terrace, looking up at the dark sky with an equally heavy heart. "Celine must still be with Bryan," he muttered softly. He took a deep breath, trying to calm his increasingly chaotic thoughts. Meanwhile, in another location, Celine had just finished her meeting with Bryan. They exited the building together, and Bryan offered to take Celine home. "I can go home by myself, Bryan," Celine gently refused as she opened her car door. However, before she could get into the car, someone's hand pulled her arm firmly. Celine was startled and turned around. "Elissa?" Elissa stood in front of her with a face full of emotion. "I can't keep quiet anymore seeing all this, Celine. You think Nico deserves to be treated like this? Wasn't your revenge in the past enough?" Celine frowned, trying to pull her hand away. "I don't know what you're talking about. And this
That morning, Nico woke up earlier than usual. After making sure Calvin was ready for school, he hurried downstairs without saying much. At the dining table, Celine had already prepared breakfast. "Nico, have breakfast first. I've made hot tea too," Celine said in a low voice, trying to be friendly. Nico paused for a moment at the door, but didn't turn around. He sighed, then said briefly, "I'm not hungry," before exiting the house without looking at Celine. Celine stood there, staring at the closed door. She wrung her hands, feeling something empty inside her. "What did I do..." she muttered softly. Calvin, who was sitting at the dining table, looked at his mother in confusion. "Mommy, why doesn't Daddy want to eat with us?" he asked innocently. Celine tried to smile even though her heart felt heavy. She gently rubbed Calvin's head. "Daddy's in a hurry, sweetie. He said he had an important meeting this morning." Calvin gave a small nod, but his face looked disappointed. "
Nico came out of his office building with hesitant steps. He saw Elissa waving from behind the wheel of his car. She looked excited, as always. "Come on, Nico! Don't tell me you've changed your mind," Elissa said as she opened her car window. Nico smiled faintly, trying to shake off the uncomfortable feeling that came over her. "No, I'm coming," she replied as she got into the car. Along the way, Elissa told stories cheerfully. About her work, about her vacation plans abroad, and a little about Nico's life. But Nico only listened while occasionally smiling or nodding. "Today you should really rest, Nico. No topics about domestic matters, okay?" Elissa said as she glanced at him playfully. "Okay, boss," Nico replied with a small chuckle. Before long, they arrived at a popular restaurant. Nico didn't pay attention to the name of the restaurant, just followed Elissa's steps inside. However, as he stepped further into the room, his eyes were immediately drawn to a table in t
That night, Nico sat in the corner of the room, staring at the back of Celine who stood with her back to him. She was busy with her laptop, but Nico could tell her focus wasn't really there. The atmosphere in the room was cold and tense, although the dim lights gave the impression of warmth. Nico clasped his fingers tightly, trying to find the strength to say what he had been thinking all night."Celine," Nico finally called out. His voice was calm but deep, carrying a weight that was hard to explain.Celine turned her head briefly. "What's wrong?" she asked coldly, though there was a hint of hesitation behind her tone.Nico took a deep breath. He stood up from his chair and walked over, standing about two meters away from Celine. "I want to talk. One-on-one."Celine closed her laptop slowly, looking at Nico with a flat expression. "Alright, just talk. I'll listen."Nico bit his lower lip, his heart at war with himself. However, he knew he had to finish this. If not now, when?"Celine
That morning, Nico sat in the living room with his suitcase beside him. He had completed all the preparations. The divorce papers had been signed last night, just waiting for Celine's signature. His heart was still heavy, but he knew that this was the best decision-for him, for Celine, and maybe for Calvin too.Celine came down the stairs with an expressionless face. She wore her usual work suit, looking elegant but cold. She walked slowly towards Nico without looking directly at him. Calvin was behind Celine, his face full of confusion and sadness.Nico stood up, trying to smile even though his heart was aching. "Celine," he called softly, handing her the document in his hand. "This is the letter. All you have to do is sign it. After that, everything is done."Celine accepted the document without speaking. She just looked down, staring at the white paper that marked the end of everything. Celine's hand trembled slightly, but she hid it well. "I'll sign later," she said briefly.Nico
Two days after Nicp left. Celine parked her car on the side of the road near a small cafe. She found Nico's location through the tracking app still installed on her phone. Her hands gripped the steering wheel, her heart pounding as she gazed at the café through the windshield. She was determined to get over her ego and have a heart-to-heart talk with Nico. However, what she saw inside left her transfixed.From the window of the cafe, Nico was sitting with a woman. The woman was Elissa. They seemed to be talking seriously, and soon after, Elissa hugged Nico tightly. The hug looked so intimate in Celine's eyes. She felt her chest tighten. Her breath was held. "So it's true, they are in a relationship?" thought Celine, her body feeling weak. She bit her lip, trying to hold back her tears from falling. She had come with the hope of making things right, but the sight destroyed all the courage she had gathered.Inside the cafe, Nico looked down, a grim look on his face. "I'm tired, Lis,"
That morning, the company where Nico worked was busy. Employees milled around with files and laptops in hand. In the large meeting room, Celine had just arrived with her team for an important meeting. She wore an elegant ivory-white suit that made her look authoritative. As she walked towards the room, her eyes accidentally met the figure of Nico who was standing near the stairs. Nico was wearing a light blue shirt that was rolled up at the sleeves, looking serious as he was reading a document. In that instant, Celine's heart was in turmoil. She wanted to greet Nico, but her pride held her back."Nico," she muttered to herself, hoping he would notice her presence.However, Nico only gave her a glance, then turned around and continued his work without saying a word. Nico's cold demeanor made Celine's chest feel tight. Anger mixed with disappointment began to rule her mind. "Do I really not matter to him anymore?" she thought, biting her lower lip to hold back her irritation.A few hou
The long-awaited day had finally arrived. The inauguration of the Calco Group took place grandly in the company's new building in the city center. Invitations from all walks of life, from entrepreneurs and business partners to family and close friends, attended the event. On the main stage, Nico stood proudly in his black suit, while beside him, Celine looked elegant in a navy blue dress. Between them, Calvin stood excitedly, ready to carry out his important duties today. An MC took the stage and began to speak, "Dear audience, today is a historic moment for Calco Group. After a long journey, the company is finally firmly established and ready to enter a new era. To inaugurate this company, we will witness the ribbon cutting by the first son of our CEO, Calvin!" The audience applauded loudly. Nico squatted towards Calvin, handing him a small golden scissors. "Come on, son. It's time for you to be part of history." Calvin nodded confidently. With both hands, he grasped the sc
One month has passed since the tense incident at the hospital. Now, the twins were healthy and at home with their families. The mansion felt more alive with the cries and laughter of the babies filling the room. Celine sat on the living room sofa, holding their baby girl, now named Aurora, on her lap. Meanwhile, Nico held their baby boy, named Alva. Calvin, their older brother, sat next to Celine, occasionally stroking Aurora's head gently. "Mommy, why is Aurora so small?" Calvin asked with curious eyes. Celine smiled, kissing her son's forehead. "Because she was born earlier than she should have been, dear. But look, she's healthy and strong now, right?" Calvin nodded firmly. "I promise I'll take care of them both, Mommy. I'm a big brother!" Nico chuckled, patting Calvin's head proudly. "That's Daddy's boy! Big Brother should always love the younger siblings, right?" "Of course!" Calvin patted his chest, acting gallant. "If anyone bothers Aurora or Alva, I'll go first!"
"Celine! Wake up! Don't joke around like this, wake up!" Nico shook his wife's body violently, his voice hoarse from shouting too much. His tears fell relentlessly. "I can't live without you! You promised you would always be by my side! Don't leave me!" Maria, who was standing in the corner of the room, finally couldn't take it anymore. She covered her mouth, turned around, and walked out with tears in her eyes. Seeing her son like this was too painful. Meanwhile, Nico was still in place, his hand grasping Celine's cold hand tightly. "Honey... please... if this is my punishment, I accept it. But don't leave. I beg you, don't leave me alone..." Suddenly, Celine's fingers moved slowly. Nico gasped. His breath caught in his throat. He looked at his wife's hand, then frantically felt his wrist. There was a pulse! There was still a heartbeat! Nico's eyes widened, he brought his face closer to Celine's chest and heard a weak heartbeat. "Celine?! Can you hear me?!" There was no r
Nico stood as soon as the doctor came out of the operating room. He held his breath, waiting for the news to come out of the doctor's mouth. "How is my wife, Doc?" he asked in a hoarse voice. The doctor removed his mask, his face looking exhausted. "We managed to save your twins, Mr. Nico. Although premature, they are in stable condition, but will have to stay in the incubator for some time." Nico breathed a sigh of relief for a moment. However, he saw the doctor's expression turn tense. "And... Celine?" his voice weakened. The doctor looked down for a moment before saying, "I'm sorry, sir... We tried our best. But Mrs. Celine lost too much blood... She didn't survive." The world seemed to stop spinning. The doctor's voice echoed in her head, but her brain refused to understand. "No... It's impossible," she whispered, her body faltering. Maria covered her mouth, her tears falling instantly. "Oh my God... Celine..." Nico stepped forward, gripping the collar of the doc
That morning, the smell of cooking filled the entire mansion. Maria was busy in the kitchen, stirring the warm soup while checking on some side dishes she was frying in the pan. The servants could only stand at the side of the kitchen, looking at her in confusion. "Madam, let us do the cooking," one of the servants said politely. Maria smiled, but her hands remained busy stirring the dishes. "No need. I haven't cooked for the family in a long time. Besides, Calvin would love his grandmother's cooking." Celine who had just come down from the room immediately approached, surprised to see Maria in the kitchen. "Mommy, why are you cooking alone? There are servants." Maria glanced over with a smile. "Mommy wants to cook for you once in a while. It's been a long time since I've cooked for the kids." Celine sighed while holding her growing belly. "But Mommy should just rest. Let the servants take care of it." Maria chuckled. "Celine, when you get older and have grandchildren, you
Three months passed quickly. The company Nico had built, Calco Group, was finally firmly established. The building was magnificent, his team was ready to work, and some projects were already well underway. Nico looked at his company logo displayed in front of the building with pride. All his hard work had finally paid off. Leo stood beside him, also gazing at the building in awe. "Finally, everything is ready. Just waiting for the right time to launch," he said, glancing at Nico. Nico nodded. "Yes. I want everything to run smoothly first before it's announced to the public. And most importantly, I want Celine to give birth first. I don't want her to be stressed because of this." Leo chuckled. "You're really protective of your wife, huh." Nico glanced at him with a flat expression. "What's wrong?" Leo raised his hands in surrender. "No, not wrong. In fact, it's good. Celine is a great woman, but she still needs support. Especially now that she's pregnant with twins." Nico t
Leo returned to Nico's room with a serious expression. He closed the door slowly before placing a file on the table. "We have a problem." Nico gave Leo a sharp look. "How big?" Leo took a breath before explaining, "The company we want to work with has outstanding debts to several large vendors. They look stable on the outside, but their finances are actually in trouble. If we continue to work with them, we might be dragged down if they go bankrupt." Nico sighed, then opened the file Leo had given him. His eyes quickly scanned the reports attached to it. "So they're covering all this up with organized financial statements?" "Right," Leo nodded. "They diverted funds from one project to another to make it look healthy. But as I investigated further, there were some transactions that didn't make sense." Nico clenched his fists on the table. "If we're not careful, we could get into big trouble." Leo sat opposite Nico, leaning back in his chair. "What do you want to do?" N
That morning, Nico woke up earlier than usual. He looked at Celine who was still sleeping beside Calvin, smiling at how peaceful his wife's face was. Carefully, he got out of bed, arranged the blankets for them, then hurried to take a shower and get ready. As he finished putting on his white shirt and suit, Celine began to squirm, her eyes opening slightly. "Are you ready to go?" asked Celine in a hoarse voice from just waking up. Nico approached her and sat on the edge of the bed, gently rubbing his wife's cheek. "Yes, sweetheart. You just go back to sleep. I don't want to disturb your rest." Celine smiled slightly. "Be careful." Nico kissed her forehead. "Always." Celine nodded, then closed her eyes again. Nico smiled a little, then got up and walked out of the room. Once he reached the garage, he got into his car and drove straight to the construction site. Today was an important day, as he wanted to see the progress firsthand and make sure everything was going accord
The grand room was filled with classy guests who came in their finest attire. Crystal chandeliers hung beautifully from the ceiling, illuminating the neatly arranged tables with sumptuous dishes. Tonight, Nico and Celine's family were hosting a special banquet to celebrate Celine's fourth month of pregnancy. Celine stands beside Nico, wearing an elegant light blue dress that falls gracefully on her body. Although her belly wasn't too big yet, there was happiness clearly on her face. "Good evening everyone," Nico's voice was firm as he stood before the guests. "Thank you for coming to celebrate our happiness. Tonight, Celine and I would like to share some exciting news..." The guests began to whisper curiously. Nico turned to his wife with a loving gaze. "According to the results of the last ultrasound, we're not just going to have one child... but two." The room immediately erupted in applause. Celine smiled happily, while Nico wrapped his arms around his wife's waist. "Wo