"My daughter loves Gibran," Gerald stated without beating around the bush, immediately sharing Sabrina's confession with Frans."But Gibran doesn't love my daughter," Gerald continued before Frans could respond to his first statement."So, they do know each other?" Frans inquired, seeking clarification.Gerald nodded. "Yes, they know each other. However, there's nothing between them. More precisely, Gibran doesn't acknowledge my daughter's existence, while Sabrina has confessed her feelings to your secretary," he explained, running a hand over his face."…and if I may ask, Frans, please cancel the arranged marriage between Vanya and Gibran. I beg you. Let Sabrina pursue it instead. After all, your daughter doesn't love him, right?" Gerald added."You're right, Ger. At least there is love from Sabrina to Gibran. Rather than arranging a marriage between them where there's no love at all. And perhaps Gibran accepted this arrangement because he's respectful toward me."Frans chuckled, ima
Gibran had even introduced Vanya to Yuna, his adoptive mother. Initially, their meetings went smoothly and well. But after Gibran told Yuna who Vanya really was, she immediately asked her foster son to leave Vanya. Yuna wanted nothing to do with Frans and Veronica.However, every time Yuna refused to meet Vanya and forbade Gibran to do so, Vanya persisted and ignored the rejection. This persistence eventually melted Yuna's heart, and she began to prepare herself for the possibility of Gibran marrying Vanya. For now, she had asked Vanya to keep their relationship and Gibran's identity a secret until both of them were ready for marriage.But now, Gibran felt that everything he had fought for was in vain. After ignoring him for a week, Vanya had come to meet him and stated that she wanted to end their relationship. Not only that, but Vanya also asked Gibran to accept Sabrina as his future wife.Sabrina, whom Gibran had met during Vanya's birthday party. Observing her interaction with Sab
"Ma, please, I beg you. This won't take long," Gibran pleaded again. He assumed that Yuna's shock was due to sharing in the pain he felt from what Vanya had done to him."Give me some time to think. This is too sudden," Yuna immediately reached for her wheelchair. Without seeking Gibran's assistance, she tried to get onto the wheelchair herself."Ma..." Gibran stopped Yuna and gently lifted her, then placed her on the wheelchair. He sat on the floor before her."Please don't be angry, Ma," he implored."Give me some time to think. Time to gather the courage to reopen these old wounds. Not about you, but about me.""What do you mean, Ma?""Take me to my room. I need time and courage to reopen these wounds that have never healed," Yuna's vacant gaze pulled her back into the past. A time when her youth was shattered abruptly. She would need immense strength to share those memories with Gibran."Alright, Ma. I'll wait until you're ready. And I hope this won't be a burden on you. If you do
Gibran's brow furrowed. “You said? Why does he say? Wasn't Mama the one who gave birth? But now why does it seem like mom has doubts about them?"“I've never once touched your sister. Never mind touching it. Never seen it before. Because after giving birth to the three of them, I was unconscious and as soon as consciousness dawned on me, I asked your grandfather and uncle to say that I had died. So that Gerald can calmly take your sister and no one gets hurt between me and Bianca."“But here Mama is the one who is hurt. Away from the three younger siblings and I'm sure Mama loves Sabrina's father.""You're right." Yuna smiled bitterly. Love? Ah, of course she really loves Gerald. Really love it, actually. The proof is that until now Yuna doesn't want to have a legitimate husband. Even though her previous lover wanted to make her his wife. The man was willing to accept all Yuna's shortcomings, because he was aware of Yuna's sacrifice for him.This rejection made Yuna's parents even mor
Gibran stared into Vanya's black eyes. A gaze that is so soft and full of affection.“Ignore everyone else. I love you, Van. Love you very much. So please. Look at me and listen to me. You deserve to be happy and so do I.”Gibran brought his face closer. Within seconds, their lips met each other.Vanya froze. He tried to break the kiss between him and Gibran. This was the first time he was doing this and his mother always said never to approach anything that would lead to a bad direction.However, Gibran, who was overcome by emotion and fear of losing Vanya, pressed the girl's nape and deepened their kiss."Mmhh..." Vanya moaned. When Gibran sucked in his tongue.The man brought one hand to squeeze one of Vanya's breasts.Vanya's eyes widened. He tried to push Gibran to stop. What they both did was a fatal mistake that would draw them into a very big sin.However, it was all too late. Gibran had pulled off the blouse that Vanya was wearing. "Gibran... don't.""I ask. This way there wi
"Mommy, please forgive me. Forgive me..." Vanya whispered in her heart, repeating those words like a mantra. "What happened to Mommy, Van?" Frans shook Vanya's shoulder. The middle-aged man was on the verge of fainting when he heard that his wife had been hospitalized.As far as he remembered, Veronica had left to visit Vanya at the gallery because their daughter hadn't returned home. Even her phone couldn't be reached. However, as the evening approached, there was still no news from Vanya or Veronica. Finally, Frans received a short message from Vanya, informing him that Veronica had fainted at the gallery."Why are you silent, Van? What happened? When I saw you earlier, Mommy seemed healthy and fine," Frans raised his voice, frustrated by Vanya's tears and silence.Gibran, who was on the other side of the room, felt guilty about what had happened to Veronica and approached them. "Pak..." he uttered.He deeply regretted the forbidden act he had engaged in with Vanya, leading to Vero
“W-what?” Yuna's eyes widened. For whatever reason. Because he hoped this was just a dream, or that Gibran was joking with him.Yuna rubbed her face roughly. After hitting Gibran with all his strength. Now he is tired. Unable to say anything because what his son did could no longer be tolerated. Of course, now the two of them have to get married immediately."Take me to meet Frans!" said Yuna. His eyes stared intently at Gibran.Gibran shook his head. “Not now, Mom. Let's wait for Mrs. Veronica to get better first. Then we met them to propose to Vanya.""No! Today, tonight I have to meet him. Come on, take me the van!”“I can't, Mom…”"Why? Did you deliberately sleep with Vanya for revenge?”Gibran shook his head slowly. "No. Vanya doesn't want to marry me. It's useless to tell Mr. Frans what we have done. Vanya definitely brushed it off and Mr. Frans definitely believed in his daughter. So I had to wait for Veronica's mother to wake up and tell her everything. Because he caught us re
"Because you're willing to accept Sabrina, now I want you to come to our home to meet our three children. As proof that you truly give permission for Sabrina to marry Gibran." Gerald held Yuna's hand. "I beg you, this time, let there be no more rejection."Yuna shook her head. "Actually, before Gibran and Sabrina get married, I want to set a condition for you.""A condition?""Yes, a condition to make sure that Sabrina and Gibran will indeed get married.""Tell me. But please don't ask me to continue hiding behind all this, Una. I can't hold back from telling our children who you really are anymore.""But unfortunately, your guess is right. I'm asking that of you," Yuna replied, unfazed. She immediately moved her wheelchair away, leaving Gerald.Deep down, Yuna actually wanted to accept Gerald's request very much. She missed her children, whom she could only see on social media and occasionally from a distance.Here, Yuna acted this way not because she didn't love her children. It was
"Do you still think about your ex-girlfriend?" Emily asked curiously.Vean fell silent. The image of Laura couldn't just disappear from his mind. The disappointment of being left behind still lingered deep in his heart, making him unable to forget her anytime soon.But Vean had promised to change. He had his own life now. And to redeem his wrongdoing, he would take responsibility for Emily and the child she was carrying."Love that brings pain is difficult to forget. But I will learn to cherish the true love that's right in front of me," Vean said with a smile.Emily smiled back. She wasn't sure if Vean's words could be trusted, but one thing was clear: when her husband gently held her hand, she tried to believe that hope was real.***Emily was currently on a plane to England with Vean. She stroked her growing belly, now in its fourth month of pregnancy. Many of her clothes didn't fit anymore, so Vean had bought her plenty of maternity clothes."I have a good doctor contact in Englan
"This is good news. Congratulations, Mrs. Emily. You have tested positive for pregnancy," Dr. Hans said with a delighted expression as he shared the results of Emily's recent tests.Emily's eyes widened in shock upon hearing that she was pregnant. She gently caressed her slightly bulging belly. Emily had thought that her recent bloating was due to overeating, but it seemed that her distended stomach was caused by something else entirely – a growing baby."Hmm, if I may ask, Mrs. Emily, do you have a husband?" Dr. Hans inquired."Yes, of course, but my husband is currently in England," Veronica replied."Well, he should be informed about this wonderful news as soon as possible. I understand how difficult long-distance marriage can be. It must be torturous not being able to be with your soulmate. I experienced it when I was a young doctor."Emily remained silent. She was truly bewildered about what to do next. Legally, there was no issue with her being pregnant by her legitimate husband
"Hmm, are you happy sitting with me now?" Vean asked, leaning closer to Emily.Emily slightly shifted her body when Vean got a bit closer. Although they were husband and wife, Emily couldn't expect Vean to touch her like a husband would his wife. Especially here, Emily was just a replacement wife."Um, well..." Emily hesitated to answer.If asked if she was happy, she certainly was. But on the other hand, Emily didn't like her current situation. She would rather be alone than with a man who was heavily intoxicated."You know, Laura always liked sitting alone with me. Especially when I started playing with her hair..." Vean reached out his hand and started twirling Emily's hair with his index finger.Emily's blood seemed to rush as a result of Vean's actions. Especially when he brought his face closer, slowly kissing her hair."Oh my goodness! Am I dreaming right now?" Emily whispered in her heart, her heart pounding wildly. She had never been treated like this before, and that's why s
Vean knew that in the eyes of others, he might seem like a frustrated man who was upset about failing to marry his girlfriend, Laura. Vean was just an ordinary guy. He longed to be happy with Laura. When that couldn't happen, how could he not be disappointed?And now, he had to marry another woman, Emily. Vean didn't know what Emily's feelings were, but he honestly felt foolish about the whole situation.What was on Vean's mind right now was the profound sadness he couldn't overcome. He just wanted to be happy with Laura.Vean's eyes closed. His memories went back to the past, when he and Laura were still together and planning to live together forever..."I thought, marriage isn't for everyone," Vean said while stroking Laura's hair."Why do you think that?" Laura asked curiously."Well, I've seen many celebrities who don't consider marriage a sacred thing. They get married, divorced, just like changing clothes.""Don't you like their behavior?""It's not that I don't like it. I can't
Vean took Emily into the elevator, and she followed him quietly. After a few moments, the elevator doors opened on the 15th floor. Vean walked out, and Emily followed.Finally, they stood in front of Vean's apartment door. The driver opened it for them, and they entered.Emily was in awe of the luxurious apartment. "Wow, it's a beautiful apartment," Emily said. Vean just rolled his eyes, not in the mood to respond to Emily's questions after the long journey.***Two weeks later, I had to reluctantly follow Vean to England after getting a report from Emily. The pounding music made everyone in the room dance on the dance floor. Including Vean. He swayed his body to the rhythm of the music played by the DJ.Vanya observed the behavior of her twin brother, who was busy dancing on the dance floor. She knew Vean was very frustrated. He had been drinking continuously and ended up going 'crazy' on the dance floor."Come on, sistah! Let's dance together!" shouted Vean as he raised a bottle of b
"Sigh, can't I ask anything?" Emily said, a bit disheartened."It's not wrong to ask, but your questions are like a child's. Anyway, sleep so you won't keep bothering me," Vean said, trying to close his eyes."Sir..." Emily called again. Vean sighed, "What is it now, Emily? Can't you let me sleep? I really want to sleep," Vean replied."Um... I need to use the restroom, Sir," Emily said."Oh my God, we've just taken off. Why didn't you go earlier?" Vean asked in frustration."Can't you use the restroom on the plane?" Emily asked while holding her stomach, feeling the urgency to go."Sigh... just go to the back, there'll be a flight attendant there," Vean said."Can't you escort me, Sir? I'm scared," Emily continued to persuade Vean to accompany her. She was too embarrassed to go alone since it was her first time flying, and her nervousness had caused her to act oddly."Go by yourself, I want to sleep," Vean replied.Emily sighed and chose to hold it in.Vean, who pretended to sleep, k
The next day, they were ready to leave for the airport. Veronica and Frans accompanied them."Vean, did you forget anything?" Alden asked."No, Dad." Vean placed his luggage in the car, as did Emily. After that, they headed to the airport."Vean, once you arrive in England, will you start working immediately?" Frans inquired, knowing that his son had a demanding job."Um, not sure yet, Dad. If it's urgent, I'll start right away," Vean replied."Don't forget to eat and get enough rest," his father advised him."Yes, Dad," Vean answered. The car ride felt long to Emily, who didn't say much, especially since she was sitting next to Vean.***A little while later, they arrived at the airport. Their luggage was unloaded with the help of their private driver. Emily, who was seeing an airport of this size for the first time, was amazed. It was so different from train stations or terminals she was used to, which were not as grand."Oh..." Emily accidentally bumped into someone while looking a
"Ugh..." Vean sighed in annoyance."Are you still going to be silent? Hurry up, what are you waiting for?" Vean said. Emily remained silent, not responding."Why are you still silent? Come on, hurry up, what are you waiting for?" Vean repeated, growing impatient."Um... I'm going, sir," Emily finally replied, nervously. She quickly grabbed her clothes and went into the bathroom.A few moments later, Emily had finished showering but had forgotten to bring her change of clothes. Her previous outfit was now wet. She hesitated in the bathroom, unsure how to leave.Vean started banging on the bathroom door, making Emily even more uncertain about how to exit."Emily, what are you doing? Come out! I know my bathroom is comfortable, but it doesn't mean you can sleep in my bathroom," Vean said."Um... yes, just a moment, sir," Emily replied, still unsure how to leave."Um... Mr. Vean...""What? Come out! I need to shower!" Vean said impatiently."Um, I'm confused about how to go out since I fo
"It's not like that. But I'm sure Mr. Vean is uncomfortable with me here," Emily replied."Never mind. Just sleep on the sofa," Vean said, then went to the closet to change his clothes.Emily simply followed Vean's instructions and walked toward the sofa, carrying her bag."Aaaaaaa...." Emily suddenly screamed, startling Vean. She immediately turned her back to him."Why are you screaming like that? You scared me. Do you think we're in the jungle or something?" Vean responded angrily.Emily screamed because she saw Vean suddenly take off his clothes. Emily saw Vean who was shirtless. One side of his cheek turned red at the thought of something unthinkable. "You... why aren't you wearing clothes?!" said Emily who still didn't want to look at Vean. "You think I'm taking off my clothes to execute you. Don't be overly confident, I'm not lusting after your flat body. Besides, I can't sleep if I'm not wearing clothes." "But... but I'm here. Can't you put your clothes back on," said