Olive absolutely refuses to lower her blanket. Her shoulders are still trembling a bit, as she's trying to hold back the sobs she just let out while talking to her mother on the phone. She pays no attention to her husband's bewildered expression after hearing her cry just a while ago.
"Bee," Thomas finally calls out. He's approaching the figure curled up under the blanket, even though it's well into the afternoon. The beach, which had called them to visit, has been completely ignored. Olive's mood has suddenly taken a nosedive.
"I don't want to talk to you," she says.
Thomas flashes a reassuring smile. "Did I do something wrong?"
"Plenty!"
No, Thomas isn't going to force Olive to unveil from her cocoon and drag her to sit down for a chat about what's really going on. Although Thomas is pretty sure that most of her behavior right now is due to the test results the doctor mentioned not too long ago. And that it's likely unavoidable. The
"Mom," Thomas can't believe what his mother just said. "Why?""Well, I should be asking you, shouldn't I? How's your communication with your wife? Just because you're busy with work doesn't mean when you're alone together, you're actually together, Tom."Kalina isn't willing to hear any objections, so Thomas chooses to stay quiet. He listens carefully to his mother's words and the direction she's going, so he can process and resolve the situation."Even though every married couple looks forward to the arrival of their children, Mom really gave it a lot of thought when she talked to Olive the other day. She said she wanted to date you first. There's a reason behind that. Having a child isn't just about getting pregnant and giving birth. There's a mother's mental preparedness. You've only been close for a short time, right? Mom somewhat agrees with that wish. So it's natural for Olive to be shocked if she's already pregnant. Though Mom is very sure, Olive is carry
"Is this enough pressure?" Thomas asks while gently pressing Olive's legs. The first time he massages, his wife screams in pain. She says Thomas seems like an insensitive masseur. However, Thomas does it very carefully, but because Olive grimaces and looks annoyed, Thomas gives in."Enough," Olive settles herself. In her hand, a bowl containing banana split with three scoops of ice cream, as a companion. Sometimes, she still wipes her wet cheeks. She sits comfortably on the couch, right on Thomas's lap.Her husband seems much more relieved, well... um, Olive could say she's the one who reminded him. Talking, even in a blunt language and not liking it, but she's not ignoring Thomas anymore. It doesn't feel right to ignore Thomas for too long. Besides... he's also silly!Being pregnant and her husband is the one crying! If you don't want to get pregnant, then don't let your husband ride you!Olive's thinking is extraordinary."What do you want to eat
The journey to the hospital goes smoothly without any hitches. In fact, according to Thomas, it's like an impromptu tour because they pass by many important places around the resort area. The distance to other residential areas is quite far and it really feels peaceful."If you can walk around, it's nice to visit the traditional houses of Sumba. There are often traditional events to attract tourists."Olive sighs softly. "I'm still not brave enough, Sir." Her eyes are directed towards the road the car is taking her to the hospital. "Who knows, I might be feeling better tomorrow.""Yeah. Don't worry, Ma'am, your health is more important. Visiting Sumba can be done another time," says the guide with a wide smile. "But do you and Sir enjoy staying at the resort? Or is there any service of ours that is lacking?""No!" Olive quickly interrupts. "Everything's really great. I love it. I'll recommend this place to my friends at the office. For a healing that ulti
The trip back was just as painful for Olive's entire body. The gynecologist, who they met two days ago, didn't mind if they took the plane because Olive's condition really didn't have any complaints. The nausea that hit her yesterday was due to a cold.The doctor has given appropriate and safe medicine for mothers with a pregnancy that is still two weeks old.Fortunately... oh my God! I don't know what Thomas should be thankful for this time. Upon returning from the hospital after hearing some advice about pregnancy (Remind Thomas to look for a hospital where he can comfortably consult. It's nothing, it can be said that this doctor in Sumba is just a stopover, right? Just to find out how Olive's pregnancy is really going. There were many things Thomas wanted to know, but didn't feel like asking Doctor Edward. His name.) Olive's indulgence really made Thomas shake his head.He didn't.He wasn't angry at all but felt silly because of Olive's expressions tha
"Mommy talks like I'm really annoying to be a wife?" asked Olive as she straightened her back slightly."You didn't sleep?" asked Thomas in surprise. Since they got in the car, they stopped by a Padang restaurant around Serpong where Olive ate with great enthusiasm. She even ate twice! Thomas was worried that Olive might regurgitate her stomach contents.But no!Olive was actually very happy to be able to eat a lot. Making Thomas and Seira relieved. As they continued their journey back to the apartment (Seira said, everyone was gathered there. Including Olive's friends. Which Seira empowered to help her in-laws prepare the dinner this time)"No." Olive sneered at her husband. "I heard everything, Bae."Thomas chose to pay attention to Olive instead. His seat was made comfortable by a chair that was set slightly reclined. "Want some fruit? Mummy brought grapes.""My stomach is not a food storage sack, honey," Olive said, wagging her finger. "
Seira sighed softly. His hand put back the cell phone that had just connected with Robert. She wanted to be angry but couldn't because everything that happened was not his fault. The delay in flying was due to the extreme weather conditions around Australian waters which were an obstacle."Ma'am," called one of Sofia's confidants who brought a change of clothes. "Your therapist is waiting for you in the next room."She only responds with a faint smile. She left the clothes hanging in one corner of her room. As long as Robert wasn't around, she would stay in this apartment. She was free to use whatever was available, including the main room. Even so, Seira always maintained her privacy. Rarely were other people allowed in unless it was important.[Robert: You take it easy. I arrived in Jakarta at about midnight. The event is at 9 o'clock, right?"]Seira stared without interest at the message that had just appeared on her phone's homepage. It wasn't that sh
"Taking forever, huh?" Seira sighs softly. But it seems Seira's wait ends when the doorbell rings quite loudly. It makes her put down the cup of tea that Koni made before she went to sleep. Koni has reminded Seira several times to rest for a while. But unfortunately, talking to Seira in this state won't be listened to."Ro?" Seira calls out cheerfully as she opens the door but..."For Madam from Mister," says Johan, showing a large bouquet of flowers made of... money?Seira's eyes dart back and forth between the bouquet and Johan who came alone without Robert. She can't just accept it without knowing where Robert actually is."Where's Sir?" she asks, confused. "You were on the same flight with Sir, right? What happened to Robert?" Seira presses without pause. She doesn't care much about the money bouquet that two people have to hold so it won't fall. She also ignores when Johan asks the two to bring in the bouquet dominated by elegant and classy red and b
Since earlier, Olive's smile doesn't want to go anywhere. Her mother's wedding is held solemnly and very intimate. The guests attending aren't too many either. Most of them seem familiar with her mother and her stepfather. The joyful glow on their faces creates a whole different energy around them.She never thought there would be a day when she would see her mother's beauty multiply several times. She also sees the man who never strays far from her mother giving glances. Maybe Olive has long been convinced that he is the right man whom God gave to be in her mother's life.Unfortunately... she doesn't know why her mother took so long to decide for them to be together."Daydreaming, Bee?" Thomas asks, handing her a bottle of mineral water. "Don't forget to drink." He also immediately opens his bottle where Olive smiles widely to welcome her drink. The almost empty bottle signals that his wife is indeed thirsty."Tired?" Thomas asks softly while handing her