Sira worked with vigor, even more vigor than usual. That made chef Brian look at Sira silently and shake his head.“The source of youthful vigor is unpredictable.” Chef Brian continued his work, which was interrupted when he suddenly heard Sira humming. It was something Chef Brian rarely heard, if ever.“I hope Sira is really happy,” said Chef Brian, still staring at Sira who was still busy with the accumulated dishes.Chef Brian stopped observing Sira, because the orders were increasing and automatically the visitors had arrived. But that didn't make Sira tired. She felt just the opposite, energized many times over. Moreover, several times the image of Damian's perfect face flashed in her mind and made Sira's face instantly heat up.“Stop Sira. You're expecting too much,” Sira said patting her cheek trying to regain her senses.Chef Brian heard Sira's self-talk. He then shook his head again, smiling slightly at Sira who suddenly hit him in the face.“Looks like that girl is in love.
Sira grasped Damian's hand tightly. After years of being abandoned by Mario's family, Sira was finally able to meet them again.Damian stroked the back of Sira's slightly trembling hand. He knew she wasn't ready to meet Mario and his family. The shadows of the past haunted Sira, holding back the pain that made her at the same time disgusted if she had to meet them again.“Is this the surprise? Why did you bring me to meet them? I have nothing to do with them anymore,” Sira said, about to turn back. Actually, she couldn't bear to deal with that family anymore. Sira's memory was still fresh when she was forced to eat the same food as the farm animals, and even lived with them.“This farm just reminds me of their bad behavior,” Sira continued with a bitter smile.Damian sighed, he knew how it felt to be in Sira's shoes. “I'm sorry for bringing up your bad memories. But I feel that you have to repay them, teach them a lesson that will at least ease the wounds of your past,” Damian said lo
Sira couldn't bear to see Mario's family suffer so much, even though she had suffered more as a child. This was nothing compared to the torment and reproach Sira received from everyone.“I think I'll just go home. I have to go to work in the afternoon anyway,” Sira said, looking up at Damian. The look in her eyes didn't show it. Damian easily guessed it.“So? Ah... I see. You left them to me didn't you?” Damian squinted then looked at Mario's family.“Take good care of them. Do as I tell you. Shouldn't the wicked taste evil too?” Damian said, looking disgustedly at Mario and his family.Damian leaned closer to Mario, whispering in his ear, “You're hiding something about Sira's past aren't you? Do I have to find out? Perhaps Sira is the daughter of your best friend?”Damian's words managed to make Mario's face pale. I don't know which part made him scared. But a few seconds later Mario looked sharply at Damian.“Fuck off! You're not going to find out the truth.” Mario grinned triumphan
Sira finally gave up, secretly sending a message to Chef Brian that she was not coming to work. Chef Brian quickly replied to Sira's message, saying that Sira needed a lot of happiness.Sira smiled wryly, “What's wrong with that old man. Yesterday he asked me a strange question, saying I was in a love phase,” Sira muttered, then she quickly turned around.“Bugh!”Sira's body bumped into someone, she quickly looked up and found Damian in front of her. Sira touched her forehead, it hurt a bit when she bumped into Damian's broad chest.“Why are you so tall!” Sira exclaimed in annoyance.Damian chuckled, “I told you, it's not that you're too tall but that you're too short,” Damian said ruffling Sira's hair. Sira reflexively moved her lips forward, making Damian anxious and quickly kissed Sira's lips.Sira was stunned, she was not used to Damian's attitude that suddenly turned wild.“What are you doing? What if someone sees us?” Sira exclaimed in panic, immediately turning her head right a
Sira blinked her eyes repeatedly. She looked at the ceiling of the room that was clearly different from hers. She suddenly realized that she was still at the ranch with Damian. Sira glanced to the side and found Damian asleep.“Did I sleep with Damian?” Sira asked herself. She had forgotten what happened before. And how she could sleep together with Damian.“What's the point of this, we're not even married yet, why can't they just give me a separate room,” Sira sneered as she got out of bed.Sira's movement woke Damian up, “Are you awake?” Damian asked, immediately sitting up when he realized that Sira had woken up from her stupor.“Of course. Why are we sleeping together anyway?” Sira immediately protested and moved her body away from Damian.“I was too panicked by your condition, so I didn't have time to change rooms and intended to stay with you until you regained consciousness.” Damian grinned and rubbed the back of his neck, he was actually looking forward to sleeping with Sira.
Damian gently stroked Sira's cheek, he looked closely at Sira's face.“Why is this face so familiar to me,” Damian murmured, feeling that there was a great mystery in Sira's past.According to the doctor, Sira seemed to have lost too many memories in her childhood. If the doctor wasn't mistaken, she could have been around 10 years old. And those 10 years seemed to have disappeared from Sira's memory. Now that she was an adult, Sira's brain was forcing her to recall pieces of her childhood memories.Damian was even more confused by the doctor's explanation. The one who clearly knew Sira's past was Mario. Only he knew it, there was no way Mario would suddenly pick up a child from the hospital just like that.“I'm sure Mario is hiding a big secret from Sira's past. But how can we get Mario to tell us about Sira's past?” Damian said, his hand still gently caressing Sira's cheek.They were still at the ranch, after Sira woke up Damian planned to take her home and arrange a schedule to re-t
Damian called Mrs. Liem back, telling her to give Sira permission not to come to work anymore. Damian told her why, but it was Sira's wish. He felt bad for Mrs. Liem.“What will they say? They might think I'm taking advantage of the situation,” said Sira, who was now sitting in Damian's car. Meanwhile, Damian focused on driving, then turned to Sira.“What do you call taking advantage of the situation?” asked Damian.“Well, that's obvious. Since you're in charge, they must think I'm the one who deliberately took the day off to take advantage of your power,” Sira replied with a sluggish face. She really wasn't in the best of spirits since she had been off work for two days.“If that's the case, no problem. What's wrong with that?” snapped Damian, automatically earning a glare from Sira.“It's definitely against the rules. That's nelotism, where you've taken advantage of the power of those closest to you,” Sira replied quickly, again getting annoyed by Damian who always made her emotiona
Damian was still hesitant to wake Sira up. The meat soup that the man had placed on the dining table was still steaming hot. Little by little, the smoke was rising. But Damian was still hesitant.“Do I just throw this meat soup away?” Damian said many times doubting his cooking. And very afraid of making a bad impression on you.“Oh my God Damian! Why are you suddenly turning into an unstable teenager.” Damian was annoyed with himself. He stood up from the chair, and headed towards Sira's room.The girl was still fast asleep, not even changing her sleeping position from the beginning. Making Damian smile slightly.“Seeing you sleeping peacefully like this, I didn't have the heart to wake you up. But you have to eat, our journey was quite time consuming. I'm sure you must be hungry,” Damian murmured, gently kissing Sira's luscious lips. The girl only squirmed, then returned to soft purring.“Sira.” Damian called softly, shaking the girl's hand gently.Slowly, Sira's eyes opened. Then b
After returning from his studies abroad, Leo felt ready to take the next big step in his life. He was already preparing to confess his love to Alia, despite being nervous and anxious about the possibility of rejection. However, the courage and confidence he had gained during his studies gave him the impetus to go ahead with the plan.One afternoon, Leo invited Alia for a walk in the park where they often spent time together. The serene and romantic atmosphere of the afternoon was very favorable for this momentous occasion.As they stopped at their favorite spot, Leo took the ring out of his pocket and looked at Alia soulfully."Alia, I've been meaning to tell you something important. During my time away from home, I realized how precious you are in my life. I love you more than anything, and I want us to spend the rest of our lives together."Alia was surprised and moved by Leo's statement. She stared at the ring with teary eyes, and after a few seconds, she nodded with emotion. "Leo
As the new school year approached, Leo finally decided to take a big step in his life. After much consideration and support from his parents and Alia, Leo decided to continue his education abroad. He felt that studying abroad was a valuable opportunity to develop the skills and knowledge necessary to one day become a successor in the family company.The news of his decision was broken to Alia with mixed feelings. Although they had talked a lot about the future, Leo knew that this news would be a big test in their relationship.One afternoon, Leo and Alia sat together in the park, their favorite place to talk. Leo seemed more serious than usual as he started talking."Alia, I have some important news. I've been accepted to the overseas university I applied to. I've decided to study there starting next month."Alia was shocked to hear this news. She felt a mixture of pride and sadness. "Wow, Leo, that's amazing! I'm so proud of you. But I also feel sad that we have to part ways for a w
As time passed, Leo began to realize that his feelings for Alia were deepening. He felt a genuine tremor of love every time he was with Alia, but he felt unsure about expressing it.Although Alia was a kind and caring girl, Leo felt that he still had a lot of flaws to work on before he could claim a place in Alia's heart.Every time they spent time together-whether it was studying, playing sports, or just chatting in the schoolyard-Leo felt a stronger bond. However, he also felt pressured by the high expectations he set for himself. He feared that if he confessed his feelings and Alia didn't feel it back, he would ruin their existing relationship.One afternoon, after classes ended, Leo and Alia sat in the quiet school garden. They often spent time here talking and enjoying the atmosphere. That day, Leo seemed more reserved than usual, and Alia could sense that something was on his mind."Leo, do you have something to talk about?" Alia asked softly, looking at him attentively.Leo le
Time marches on, and Leo, Sira and Damian's only child, is now a teenager. At the age of 16, Leo has grown into an impressive young man. The genetic inheritance from his parents gave him a handsome appearance, with a tall and athletic body. His jet-black hair and piercing eyes have fascinated many people.But it's not just his looks that make Leo special. He inherited kindness from Sira and mental strength from Damian. Leo was always friendly to everyone, never feeling like he was superior even though so many admired him. He was known at school as a smart and diligent student, but remained humble and always ready to help his friends.At school, Leo was the center of attention. Many girls were mesmerized by his good looks and gentle personality. They often admired Leo from a distance, trying to find ways to attract his attention. However, Leo never thought too much about it. For him, the main priority was to study and excel, and maintain the harmony of the family he loved so much.S
After feeling so refreshed and energized after their last trip, Sira and Damian decided to take Leo on a new adventure-this time to a more secluded scenic hillside, where they could get closer to nature. They planned to camp for a few days, build a tent and live in simplicity, away from the comforts of home.They set off on a sunny morning. The journey to the hills took a few hours, but the scenery they passed through was breathtaking. Towering mountains in the distance, lush green forests, and clear rivers flowing serenely accompanied them on their journey. Leo was excited, constantly wondering about what they would find there.When they arrived at their chosen location, a vast green plain with a direct view of the valley, Sira and Damian immediately began setting up the tent. Damian taught Leo how to pitch the tent, while Sira prepared their supplies. The cool, fresh mountain air made everything feel so pleasant.That first night in the hills was an amazing experience for the lit
Sira felt a significant change in her health. After undergoing intensive treatment and complete rest, her lung infection gradually subsided. One morning, when she woke up, there was a tremendous relief in her chest. He could breathe more freely without the pain that once tormented him. His body also began to regain its vigor, and he felt more refreshed than ever.When Damian saw these signs of improvement, he immediately smiled widely and hugged Sira gratefully. "You're getting better, Sira. I know you'll make it through," he said with teary eyes.Sira returned Damian's hug, feeling such genuine love. "It's all thanks to you, Damian. You're always there for me."News of Sira's improvement quickly spread among their family and friends. Damian immediately informed their parents and closest relatives. The next day, their home was filled with laughter and happiness as family came to visit to celebrate Sira's recovery. They brought flowers, Sira's favorite foods, and small gifts as a s
After going through a difficult time, Sira sat beside her bedroom window, gazing out gratefully. She reflected on everything that had happened, especially how Damian had always been by her side, never leaving her alone even in her darkest moments.Sira's mind went back to the times when she felt the weakest, when pain and uncertainty seemed to be a part of her days. Through it all, Damian remained faithful, patiently caring for her, and giving her endless love. There were no complaints or signs of fatigue from Damian; only genuine care and love.One quiet night, when Damian was sitting at Sira's bedside, reading a book to her, Sira stopped Damian. In a soft voice, she said, "Damian, I am so grateful to have you. You have done more than I could have ever imagined. Without you, I don't know how I would have gotten through all this."Damian closed the book and looked at Sira with a loving gaze. "We promise to be together through thick and thin, Sira. I will never leave you, no matter wh
After her last check-up, the doctor recommended that Sira take a full month of bed rest to ensure optimal recovery from her lung infection. Sira felt anxious and frustrated at having to leave her daily routine and not being able to be as active as usual. However, she knew that rest was essential for her health.Damian, who was always faithful in supporting Sira, took the doctor's decision with full responsibility. He made sure that Sira received all the attention and care she needed. Damian organized his schedule well to care for Sira on a full-time basis, including preparing meals, helping with medications, and ensuring that Sira was comfortable during the recovery process.Every day, Damian starts the morning by preparing a healthy breakfast for Sira and bringing food to her bed. He also helps Sira with light physical therapy recommended by the doctor and ensures that Sira follows all medical instructions carefully.Damian also makes the home atmosphere more comfortable and suppo
Sira's still-recovering condition made Leo feel very sad and worried. Leo, who had begun to understand that his mother was not doing well, felt concerned and tried to provide the best support he could. One afternoon, Leo sat beside Sira who was lying on her bed. With a face full of concern, Leo took his mother's hand and said, "Mom, I really miss the times when we could play together and do all the fun things. I want you to get well soon so we can do it all again."Sira was deeply moved by Leo's words. She knew how hard it was for Leo to see his mother sick and feeling helpless. Sira raised her weak hand to gently touch Leo's head. "I miss those times too, dear. I'm sorry that I can't always be there for you like I used to."Sira's guilt deepened as she saw how depressed Leo felt. Sira felt very helpless and worried that her absence from daily activities was making Leo feel less attentive and affectionate. This feeling made her feel even more sad and dissatisfied with herself."Leo,