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
Dua minggu setelah Veronica pergi, everything in the house changed dramatically.The luxurious three-story house appeared empty. Even though Frans and his children were in the house, it still felt desolate and filled with emptiness.Frans withdrew into his room more often, and Vanya did the same. Even the younger sibling, who used to be quite loud and never stopped talking when at home, had grown unusually quiet. There was always something they argued about, and sometimes Veronica had to step in to mediate and reconcile them, as they never got along.Vanya smiled weakly, cursing herself for causing her mother to leave forever. To be honest, she wished she could die to join her mother. If asked, she could no longer bear to go on living. Every day, she was haunted by the memory of how her mother had caught her in the act with Gibran, leading to her mother's death. Vanya vividly remembered her mother's shock and disbelief that day. It was the reason she lost her life."Mama!!" Vanya shou
"So, Vanya is in a relationship with Gibran?" Sabrina murmured, wanting to knock on the door. But she refrained when she heard the argument between Gibran and Yuna. "Gibran is afraid that Vanya might be pregnant. D-does that mean..." Her eyes closed tightly. "No! I can't stop now. Vanya can just hand Gibran over to me, so why should I refuse? This wedding must go on because I want to be happy."Without considering Vanya's pain, Sabrina stuck to her desire to marry Gibran. She covered her ears and closed her eyes, completely ignoring Vanya's deteriorating condition.Vanya never left her room at all because she felt her life had lost its meaning since her mother's departure. And it got worse when she found out that Gibran and Sabrina were still going ahead with their wedding despite her grieving. There was no intention to stop it. Vanya didn't respond at all when her father mentioned that tomorrow would be a happy day for Sabrina. She only responded with a faint smile that couldn't be i
Three months later..."Are you sure you want to leave Dad here? Alone? Especially when your siblings are abroad?" Frans asked, sitting on the edge of the bed, helping Vanya pack her things into a suitcase."Remember when your mother was still alive, you promised you would never leave. You said you would stay here. But now what? You're leaving when your mother is no longer with us. So, who will Dad stay with, Van?" he continued, tears welling up in his eyes.Frans had tried to stop Vanya from leaving, but she was determined. So now, she was ready to depart after being accepted into a university in Australia. Wanting to leave behind all the bitter memories, Vanya made this decision to distance herself.However, after hearing Frans's words, Vanya sat down next to him and hugged him. "Dad, forgive me.""Dad doesn't need your forgiveness. What Dad needs is your presence here, Van. But if you still want to stick with your decision, Dad won't stop you.""Father..." Vanya covered her mouth, t
Before Veronica passed away, luckily, she had managed to see her second son, Vean, get married. She was the only remedy for the pain of witnessing Vanya's behavior, breaking the rules of life that God had set.At that time...At an altitude of 38,000 feet, Vean gazed at the diamond ring on his right hand. The object that had been the reason for his continuous smile. He couldn't wait to put that beautiful ring on the finger of the woman who had brought him back to Indonesia."Sleep, Vean. There's still an hour before the plane lands. You're allowed to be happy about returning home, but you must remember to take care of your health," his manager advised, successfully diverting Vean's attention. Unlike Vean, who seemed so enthusiastic, his manager's face looked sour."Relax, I'm perfectly fine," Vean replied with a thin smile, responding to his manager's somewhat curt words. It seemed that despite his willingness to accompany him, the man who had been by his side for the past few years a
"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