"This is all because of Aurora!!!" Savana cursed loudly. Her heart ached deeply accepting the reality of what was happening to her family at the moment. No matter how many times Alex tried to calm her down, she couldn't extinguish the anger and frustration that had built up so high."Be patient, Mom. Just consider this as the consequence we have to bear."Savana couldn't accept it. Turning around, she shot a sharp look at her son. Why couldn't Alex understand what he wanted?"You tell Mama to be patient? After splurging, wasting money on useless women like Nicole? And what's the result? You're tangled in debt and end up selling Dad's inherited house?"Alex sighed wearily. Almost every day they argued about the same things.Even though he had eventually managed to pay off all his debts to Aurora by selling the only remaining house, Alex couldn't say he was living peacefully. Until this moment, his mother was still angry. She was not accepting at all because they had to move to a small
Aurora's heart grew even hotter provoked by Velia. Although the jealousy she felt earlier hadn't disappeared. Now, instead of being extinguished, it was fueled further until the fire in her heart burned even brighter."So, what do you think I should do?""Just make a decision. So far, Alden has clearly shown that he's interested and trying to win your heart again. My advice is, you accept and reciprocate his kindness. If necessary, clarify and make sure about your relationship. So that no one dares to disturb you again in the future."Aurora nodded. At the same time, her phone rang because there was a text message that came in.Alden: Aurora, have you had lunch? If not, want to have lunch together? I'm currently at the cafe next to the hospital.Aurora showed Velia the message Alden had just sent. Asking for her opinion on what she should do."Just go. Hurry up and catch up. Besides, why are you hanging around in the room? You're not even working!"Aurora laughed. After receiving enli
"Darn it!!!"Aurora screamed loudly while in her room. She vented out the frustration that she had been holding back since earlier.Although Aurora had already shampooed, showered, and even soaked in warm water for a while, for some reason, she still felt the sparks of emotion inside her heart not subsiding.Since earlier, Aurora had been trying to forget. But still, the image of what happened in the car on the way home kept crossing her mind."Does Dr. Alden still live with Mama Zendaya? Or does he have his own place?"Regina, sitting next to Alden, asked casually. From the beginning of the trip, she had been discussing something or the other. Truly, Aurora felt irritated just seeing the woman's behavior."He lives in an apartment."Regina blinked. She turned to make sure she heard correctly."Seriously, now he lives alone? I thought he still lived with Mama. I remember vividly how your mom used to nag about not letting Dr. Alden study abroad because she didn't want to be far from he
Although the conversation lasted only about 15 minutes, Aurora still felt irritated. After dropping Regina off at her destination, she chose to remain silent.Maybe because she felt something was wrong, Alden briefly explained. Before getting out of the car, he held Aurora back for a moment, then told her what he wanted to say at the café earlier today."It's not about being overconfident; I know you might feel uncomfortable and uneasy about Regina's behavior since she arrived yesterday, right?"Aurora remained silent at that moment. She wanted to honestly admit it, but she felt embarrassed."No. I'm fine."Alden smiled. He had known Aurora's character for more than a day or two. They had been close for several years. Of course, he knew her habits and gestures."Okay. But, I think it's necessary to explain this to you so you don't misunderstand. Regina and I do know each other. Besides being neighbors, our parents are also friends. When we were kids, she often stayed at our house."Au
"Alex, what brings you here?"After a brief moment of confusion, Aurora immediately threw the question. She was a bit surprised to suddenly find Alex standing right in front of her room's door.She had been happy not to have any contact with her ex-husband. So, why did he suddenly appear like a ghost?"Sorry, I didn't mean to disturb you."Alex seemed visibly nervous and awkward. Perhaps he still felt guilty and uncomfortable about the wrongs he had done to Aurora."I was directed by the head pharmacist of Santa Monica Hospital to meet you."Aurora's eyebrows furrowed. She couldn't help but wonder why they asked Alex to meet her and what business they had with her."They asked you to meet me? What's it about? Is it related to the hospital or something?"Still standing facing each other, they engaged in conversation. There was no intention from Aurora to invite her ex-husband in or let him sit down first."Well, I'm currently working for a company in the medical supplies and pharmaceut
Aurora heard humming. Her mood was indeed good this morning. Her face looked visibly cheerful as she cooked and prepared meals to take to work.There was a reason why Aurora was acting like this. It all started last night, before going to bed, when she suddenly received a call from Alden."Sorry if I'm disturbing you. Are you already asleep?"Alden asked in a soft tone. After reconnecting after a long time, this was the first time Aurora had heard his voice again through a phone call. Back in their dating days, almost every night before bed, he would make time to chat over the phone."Not yet. I'm finishing up some patient report summaries. Why are you calling all of a sudden?""Yeah, because if I send a message, I'm afraid you won't read it because you're already asleep.""No, I haven't slept yet. What's up? Is there something important?""No. I just wanted to let you know that I can't pick you up and drop you off at the hospital tomorrow morning. I have a surgery scheduled for 6 a.m
"Are you serious about not attending the annual gathering event?"Velia looked pouty. In front of her, Aurora sat, arranging some documents into the turquoise folder that was already prepared.Yet, at nine o'clock, some doctors, nurses, and several core hospital staff at Santa Monica were gathering and getting ready to leave for the two-day gathering event held in the city of Bandung.Initially, Aurora was all set to participate. She had even packed her clothes and various items she would need.However, an emergency came up that made Aurora change her plans. And Velia was disappointed by this. She had even made many plans for what she and Aurora would do together when they arrived at their destination."Yeah, I can't join. Last night the nurse on duty informed me that my patient in the NICU PICU needed to be observed today."Velia sighed deeply. It was truly disappointing that Aurora couldn't join the annual event that was guaranteed to be fun and lively.From previous years, it was c
Don't ask how Aurora feels right now. Of course, it's a mix of emotions when suddenly finding Alden standing there, perfectly poised while throwing a smile her way.Swear to whatever, Aurora was momentarily dumbfounded. In her mind, she felt like she was dreaming. Aurora was sure that her ex-boyfriend had joined the gathering convoy this morning to head to Bandung.However, strangely, why is he suddenly in front of her now? Did something get left behind? Or is there an emergency call that made him decide to return to the hospital?"Alden... why are you here? Weren't you supposed to go to Bandung for the Gathering?"Alden still wore a smile. Stepping forward, he approached the bewildered figure of Aurora. More shocked, actually. Clearly not expecting and wondering why Alden decided to return."Earlier, on the way, Asher called. He said he needed my help tomorrow morning to handle a heart bypass operation."Alden wasn't boasting. Along the way to Bandung, his mind was indeed in turmoil.