Kyla scoffed, visibly annoyed. "What do you mean? First, you say he likes me, and now you're questioning if he's even a man. You're infuriating!"Edward chuckled at her reaction, his amusement clearly written across his face. "Why are you laughing? What's so funny?" Kyla demanded, her tone sharp with irritation."You," Edward replied, struggling to suppress his grin. "You're even more beautiful when you're angry."Kyla's cheeks flushed crimson. It was the first time anyone had complimented her so boldly, leaving her momentarily speechless."That's enough," she said, turning her head away, trying to hide her flustered expression. "Go. Stop distracting me. And remember, this contract marriage ends soon. I don't want any more complications involving Richard."Edward's expression turned serious. "Once this project is over, he won't dare come near you again," he assured her. "You don't have to worry."Kyla studied him briefly before exhaling in relief. "Good. That means I won't have to mar
Meanwhile, the hall where the party was held was in full swing. Diandra, Ricky, even Mrs. Wijaya and several members of the Wijaya family were already present. William, the master as the host's representative at the event welcomed Mrs. Wijaya with great respect. "Mrs. Wijaya, welcome. Congratulations on your grandchild's achievement," William said kindly. However, Mrs. Wijaya only responded coldly. Her face was flat and expressionless. "That's nothing, not worth bragging about at all. If it wasn't for you, I wouldn't have come," she replied shortly. William was silent for a moment, stifling his discomfort. He glanced at Ricky and Diandra, trying to smile. "Alright, I understand. No need for further comment. So, where is Miss Kyla now?" ---On the other side, Kyla stood on the side of the road. Her car had suddenly broken down, leaving her frustrated. She tried to contact Steve, but her calls went unanswered. The streets were deserted, the night was getting late, adding to her d
"Anyone who wants to leave G.S Company, please leave right now!" Edward exclaimed loudly, his voice echoing across the room. The guests, especially those unfamiliar with him, whispered among themselves, confused by the sudden outburst. "Edward! Who do you think you are, the owner of G.S Company?" Steve snapped, his tone sharp. "Shut up, Steve!" Kyla's voice cut through, full of anger. "I never expected you to betray me!" "Betray? Me?" Steve's face showed shock. "What did I do, Miss Kyla?" "Don't play dumb!" Kyla retorted sharply. "You deliberately made my car break down so I couldn't attend this event. What exactly are you planning, Steve?" A woman in the crowd interjected with a snide comment, "Is she serious? A staff member purposely sabotaged his own company? How shameful." "That's not true! I didn’t do anything!" Steve defended himself, then turned to Ricky. "Mr. Ricky, please help me explain this." Kyla glared at Ricky with suspicion. "Ricky! So you're involved in th
That morning, as Kyla was getting ready to go to the office, she was struck by a sight she had never experienced. Edward was busy in the kitchen, preparing breakfast. The smell of fresh coffee and toast filled the room, creating an unusually warm atmosphere. Kyla stood in the doorway, arms crossed over her chest, looking at Edward with raised eyebrows. "I just found out that you can make breakfast; what did you do back in the day with your ex-wife?" she asked in a teasing tone. Edward turned his head, smiling a little. "Not really; I just wanted to pay more attention to my wife. For a great woman like you, it's a must to be treated well." Kyla smiled slightly, though she didn't want to show that Edward's words had melted her heart a little. She stepped inside, approaching the neatly set dining table. "So, is this a special breakfast?" she asked as she took a cup of coffee. Edward nodded. "A special breakfast for someone special," he replied casually, but his eyes were serious
Edward looked at Kyla with an expression that was hard to interpret mixture of firmness and concern. His voice was low but firm as he said, "I can't lie that I have a plan behind all of this. But trust me, I won't do anything to harm you. I promise." Kyla looked at Edward doubtfully. Her lips parted slightly as if she wanted to ask further questions, but she refrained. Edward continued, "For now, just enjoy the great thing that happened to you. You deserve it. But there's one more thing you should know." He paused for a moment, allowing his words to receive Kyla's full attention. "If at any time you feel like someone is following you, don't be afraid. It's me. I just want to make sure you're safe."Kyla fell silent. My feelings were a mixture of confusion and curiosity. She knew Edward had something to hide, but he was so convincing that it was hard to argue with him."What do you mean?" asked Kyla finally, her voice trembling slightly. "Why do you have to be on guard like that?"Ed
Ricky stepped into the restaurant with a tense look on his face. His gaze swept the room until he found Richard lounging in one corner, a glass of wine in his hand. When Richard saw Ricky approach, his eyebrows raised slightly, but he remained calm, like someone who was never in a hurry."Ricky?" he greeted in a casual yet observant tone. "What have you been looking for? Anything important?" Ricky took a deep breath, trying to control the anger he was holding in his chest. 'Yeah, you could say that,' he replied, pulling out a chair and sitting across from Richard without waiting for an invitation.Richard raised his wine glass, taking a small sip before saying, 'Tell me, what do you want?'Ricky answered straightforwardly. 'Do you no longer intend to take action against Kyla? Are you just going to stand by and watch Edward get bolder?'Richard was silent, looking at Ricky with an unpredictable gaze. His eyes were cold like he was judging the next move in a complicated chess game. The
Kyla stepped out of her workplace after a full day of work. The cold night air greeted her, and she stood for a moment at the door, looking around, hoping to spot Edward in the crowd. She sighed softly when she saw no sign of him.Her steps halted when, in the distance, a car seemed to be watching her movements and slowly approaching her. Kyla's heart started racing, and panic crept into her chest.However, before the mysterious car got any closer, the sound of another engine roaring caught Kyla's attention. Another car drove faster and stopped right in front of her. The window of the car rolled down, revealing Edward's serious yet calming face."Edward?" Kyla breathed a sigh of relief, the anxiety pressing on her chest instantly dissipating. Without a second thought, she opened the car door and quickly got inside, feeling safe by his side.Edward stared at Kyla for a moment, making sure no one was following him before he drove the car quietly but vigilantly. "Are you okay?" he asked,
After traveling for a few minutes, the car Edward and Kyla were traveling in finally arrived at Kyla's parents' residence. The mansion stood majestically, but the atmosphere that greeted them was far from warm. Anna, Kyla's mother, and her husband stood at the door with expressions that clearly showed their displeasure towards Edward.'Have you come?' Anna opened the conversation with a cold tone despite trying to maintain good manners.'Yes, Father, Mother,' Kyla replied, trying to be friendly despite her obvious awkwardness. 'What was it that called us here yesterday?' she asked, trying to understand the meaning of the sudden invitation.The atmosphere grew tense as Anna folded her arms across her chest, giving Edward a disdainful look. 'You must already know the purpose of our summons, so there's no need for pleasantries,' she said in a sharp tone. 'Edward, you see the state my daughter is in! You should know better!'Edward remained calm, standing with a firm posture and neutral ga
“Prince, you must see this.” He approached Edward, who was walking to his hotel room after the wedding. In his hand, he carried a cell phone with a viral video on it.“Leave it alone,” Edward said casually, refusing to look at the video Diandra and Ricky had shared.“But Prince, this has gone too far,” Han tried to convince him.“I know. But tomorrow they will regret it,” Edward replied calmly as he continued walking.Edward deliberately kept the incident quiet for now. He had a plan to keep them silent. Right now, all he had on his mind was his wife. He knew Kyla would still be curious about his status after the King and Queen attended their wedding.Edward opened the door to the room slowly. Kyla, who had already changed, immediately approached him with a questioning look.“Edward, who exactly are you? How come the King and Queen are at our wedding? Don't you...” Kyla trailed off, seemingly hesitant to continue.Edward smiled slightly. “I was born and raised in the Palace. It was on
Such a grand party was held in a luxurious building decorated with great beauty. Crystal chandeliers glittered from the ceiling, reflecting light that added to the magical atmosphere of the evening. The guests were from the world's elite - royalty, high-ranking officials, and prominent business people. They had come from all over the world to attend a celebration that was not only special but historic: the wedding of the crown prince of the Kingdom of Mars, a highly respected leader.Edward, the crown prince, stood at the hall's end dressed in regal regalia. His blood-red robe was adorned with gold embroidery and a shining royal crest. Underneath the robe, his body looked dashing in light armor designed to add to his charm as a general. Although his appearance exuded an aura of decisiveness, there was a hint of nervousness in his eyes.Kyla had finished dressing up. With steady steps, she walked towards the room where the wedding party was held. Although her small steps felt so heavy,
“Mrs Wijaya, believe me, he is not what you see now,” Elizabeth was still trying to convince everyone, her voice full of emotion and conviction that seemed forced.Lady Wijaya seemed affected. She looked at Edward with a thoughtful gaze, then turned her gaze to everyone standing around the man. As if trying to find the truth behind all of Elizabeth's accusations. Finally, after taking a deep breath, she said in a firm tone, “I don't know who is right here. But I'll calculate if you lie to me, Edward.”The room fell silent for a moment. The guests exchanged glances, the atmosphere turning increasingly tense. However, Edward remained calm, his gaze not wavering in the slightest.In a low but authoritative voice, the man who looked like Edward's messenger spoke, “True or not, it is none of your business, Mrs. Wijaya. My duty is only to fetch the bride. And you, Miss Elizabeth,” the man glanced at Elizabeth with a cold gaze, ”stop talking before you do something you will regret.”Elizabet
“Stop it!” The loud voice echoed, breaking the crowd that had previously been filled with the guests' conversations. Everyone fell silent, turning their eyes towards the voice's owner.Edward stopped his steps, turning his head with a surprised expression. So did Kyla, who stood beside him. Their gazes met Elizabeth, who advanced from the crowd, her face filled with anger and blatant contempt.Elizabeth swept her gaze across the room, taking a deep breath before opening her voice. “What kind of joke are you making, Edward?” her voice was filled with mockery, but she made sure every word was stabbed like a dagger. “You may be able to lie to all of them, but me? I know who you are.”Edward gave Elizabeth a cold stare, his expression difficult to read, but Kyla could feel the tension that enveloped the man's body beside her.“You have nothing! You're just a poor ex-soldier who means nothing!” Elizabeth pointed her finger at Edward accusingly. “So stop this nonsense. Everyone with you tod
“Edward?” her voice trembled, almost in disbelief.Edward smiled slightly, his gaze full of serenity. “Yes, I'm sorry I'm late. I had some important business to take care of first,” he replied calmly.Kyla furrowed her brows, still finding it hard to believe what she was seeing. “Not about that... but why are you dressed like this? Whose robes are you wearing?” she asked in a confused tone, her eyes tracing the details of Edward's magnificent robes.Edward smiled wider, full of confidence. “Mine, of course,” he replied, his voice firm. “I came here to pick you up, Kyla. We're going to our wedding. Oh, and I've prepared a wedding ring for you.”Kyla was stunned, her mind spinning rapidly, trying to make sense of what was going on.Another man approached with steady steps, carrying a small box. When the box was opened, it revealed a beautiful ring with a stunning gemstone in the center, surrounded by diamonds that reflected light in all directions.Edward took the ring gracefully, then l
Suasana yang tadinya riuh tiba-tiba menjadi sunyi. Para tamu saling bertukar pandang, ada yang gugup, ada yang penasaran.Ricky yang mendengar utusan kerajaan Mars telah tiba, semakin bangga.Para tamu mulai berbisik-bisik membicarakan nasib baik Ricky dalam menarik perhatian kerajaan untuk menghadiri pernikahan tersebut.Semua mata tertuju pada pintu utama. Di luar, deretan mobil mewah berhenti rapi, memancarkan kemewahan.Seorang pengemudi berseragam keluar dan membuka pintu. Dari dalam, sosok-sosok berwibawa melangkah keluar dengan langkah tegas dan percaya diri, memancarkan aura keagungan yang tak terbantahkan.Dari tengah kerumunan, seorang pria jangkung berjas hitam melangkah maju. Tatapannya tajam dan penuh wibawa, dan langkahnya mantap seperti seorang penguasa yang merebut kembali tahtanya.Pria itu berhenti di tengah langkah, membiarkan keheningan menggantung seperti kelas berat di udara.Tatapannya tajam menatap tepat ke sudut ruangan tempat Kyla berdiri.Saat tatapan mereka
Still on the same night, it was in the hall where Diandar and Ricky's wedding party was held. Ricky and Diandra's wedding took place with great fanfare, exuding luxury and warmth. The grand ballroom was adorned with sparkling crystal chandeliers, fresh pastel-coloured flowers were arranged beautifully in every corner, and orchestral music created a romantic and elegant atmosphere. This gave the impression of a party that was not only luxurious but also full of love and happiness. The guests came from all walks of life, including important figures from the world of business and politics to some of the capital's celebrities who made the party shine. Guests wore their best outfits, mingling in the glittering party atmosphere. Media cameras were also busy capturing the special moments of the night. In one corner of the room, Elizabeth and Steve's family were proudly present. They seemed to exude an aura of happiness and respect for the host. Elizabeth wore an elegant navy blue gow
Just as General Tang and General Seng of the Jupy Nation had planned.The night sky was dark, with the moon covered by grey clouds. The road to the Apartment was silent, accompanied only by the roar of Edward's quietly moving car. Inside the car, Edward checked his watch. "We should arrive on time," he said to his bodyguard in the front seat. "Yes, Prince Edward. This journey should be uneventful," replied the bodyguard, his eyes vigilantly monitoring the road. However, not long after, the sound of tires squealing broke the silence. From the opposite direction, three large vehicles sped up, blocking the road. From those cars, a group of people dressed all in black got out with sophisticated weapons in hand.Edward's bodyguards reacted immediately, drawing their pistols, but the surprise attack from the ambushers was too fast. "Duck down, Mr. Edward!" shouted one of the bodyguards, trying to protect his master. However, despite the resistance, the armed group moved with practice
At the Wijaya family residence, the atmosphere was already bustling with preparations for Ricky and Diandra's wedding. Magnificent decorations were arranged in every corner of the room, fresh flowers adorned the main hall, and crystal chandeliers shone brightly, creating a luxurious and festive atmosphere. From the outside, everything looked perfect, but not everyone inside had good intentions.Diandra sat on one of the large sofas in the living room with Ricky. Her face still showed bruises from her last encounter with Edward, but they shared a proud smile.“Ha! I can't wait to see Edward fall in this game,” Ricky said in a cocky tone while crossing his arms over his chest.“But... what if Richard really doesn't want to marry Kyla anymore?” asked Diandra, her tone slightly worried though she tried to hide it.“You said yourself that Richard doesn't want Kyla anymore. What will we do if that happens?”Ricky chuckled with a confident expression. “Take it easy, Diandra. I've already arra