Alden glanced at Aurora's figure from a distance. Leaning against the wall with both hands folded in front of his chest, he observed how busy Aurora was handling patients.Honestly, Alden's heart warmed. He enjoyed the sight this afternoon. But when he remembered his mother's request instructing him to keep his distance from the woman he loved most, his heart instantly ached.Alden patiently waited, praying day and night for a chance to be reunited with Aurora. And when he felt that his prayers had been answered, suddenly a trial came."I won't do it! No matter what, I will never distance myself from Aurora."In front of his mother, Alden made his stance clear. Despite being warned, he insisted he would not distance himself even an inch from the woman he had loved for so long."Does that mean you don't love Mama?"Alden laughed bitterly. He responded to his mother's words casually."There are many ways to show my love and devotion to you, Mama. If you want, I would even give the world
"Darling, I've safely arrived at Mama's house."After parking his car right in front of his mother's house, Alden didn't forget to immediately contact Aurora. Giving her the news that he had arrived safely at his destination.For him, giving updates was important. Even though not asked, Alden tried to be attentive. He realized that women feel appreciated and valued just by being given such acts of service."After this, I'm going to shower and then like usual, I'll get ready for dinner with Mama. If you're not busy tonight, I'll call again before bed.""Yeah," Aurora responded from the other end. Unlike before, she didn't refuse or show any objection. "Okay then, just go on with your activities. I also need to get ready to cook and finish up the end-of-month report. If I'm not asleep tonight, I'll definitely pick up the phone.""Alright, I'm going in now. We'll continue later.""Yeah, Honey."At that moment, Alden burst into laughter. De
"Alden... Mom wants you to apologize personally to Aunt Riana and also Regina."That morning, while enjoying his breakfast, Alden immediately looked up. Pausing his chewing, the man stared intently at his mother. Without needing explanation, his expression was that of someone full of questions."Apologize? For what?""Of course, for your rude attitude and response."Alden sighed and then chuckled bitterly. It was the first time giving a refusal was considered rude. After all, what was more impolite, refusing to be set up without prior consent?"No... I won't apologize. I'm sure I haven't done anything wrong. Besides, what's wrong with refusing something that doesn't align with our heart and mind?"Zendaya knew that her son was the type of man who was firm and steadfast in his convictions. Once he said A, his choice wouldn't change to B, let alone C."But at least you could respond to Aunt Riana's words with pleasantries. Didn't you see her
After a long time, this morning Aurora intentionally went to work together with Asher. Moreover, last night her younger brother contacted her, saying that there was an important matter they both needed to discuss in person.Aurora guessed that Asher must want to talk about Savana. She became certain because in the past few days, her younger brother had been dealing with issues she had been burdened with and wanted to end them promptly."What do you want to discuss?"In the car, on the way to the hospital, Aurora asked directly. She wanted to make sure what would be discussed or perhaps needed by her brother."Have Aunt Savana contacted or harassed you through text messages lately?"Aurora shook her head. As far as she remembered, she had never received any harassment or attacks directed through text messages or phone calls. Even if there were any, Aurora wouldn't stay silent."Fortunately, there's none. Besides, I admit Aunt Savana is too bo
Upon returning to the room, she found Alden sitting quietly waiting for her."Aurora..."Alden called out as Aurora entered the room. Worry lines were clearly etched on his handsome face."Are you okay?"Aurora didn't respond immediately. She chose to sit herself down first at her desk chair, then gave the answer Alden had been waiting for since earlier."Not really."Sensing something amiss, Alden then rose from his seat. Stepping closer, he pulled the chair right in front of Aurora's desk."What's wrong with you? Are you sick? Or something else? Or could it be that I did something wrong?"Aurora sighed lazily, seeming reluctant to speak much with the man in front of her."What do you think yourself?""I feel like your attitude is indeed strange and I'm sure something is going on. Since last night, you haven't answered my calls or messages. This morning, there was no news, and suddenly you're going to work with Ash
Alden acknowledges that his relationship with Regina can indeed be considered close. Since their teenage years, they have often spent time together until they understood each other's habits. However, it needs to be emphasized that Alden and Regina's closeness is nothing more than a close relationship as friends or, let's say, as siblings.From the beginning, Alden wasn't interested, let alone falling in love. Even if Regina admitted liking him since forever, Alden truly didn't care. Moreover, how could he forbid or limit someone else's feelings towards him?That's why, at the dinner event yesterday, he immediately gave a firm response. He firmly rejected Riana's small talk about matchmaking him with Regina. It didn't matter if he was considered rude. What mattered was that he wouldn't give any room, let alone false hope, to a woman he clearly didn't love.Alden thought that clarification could be a matter of reflection. But, after hearing Aurora's story about Re
"Feels like I wanna eat someone!!!"Regina grumbled. Her face scowled, holding back frustration from the events that had unfolded throughout the day.With no one else to confide in, Regina contacted Nicole. She invited her friend to meet at a café for dinner."I've been sitting here for over 10 minutes. Seriously, what's got you grumbling like that? It's so unclear."Nicole, already seated and waiting, looked puzzled. Since she arrived at the café, Regina hadn't explained what had actually happened. She'd only heard grumbling and occasional muttering."I might as well leave if you're going to stay silent like this."Nicole was getting ready to leave. She couldn't understand why she came all the way just to be told nothing but unclear complaints."Hey, wait!" Regina stopped her. She looked at Nicole as if signaling her friend to sit back down and not move anywhere."If I sit back down and you keep grumbling unclear
Lying if Aurora wasn't preoccupied with the events of last night. Honestly, she even had trouble sleeping because she accidentally ran into Alden's mother while enjoying dinner."Mama."Alden was the first to address when Zendaya approached their table. The middle-aged woman observed closely. Gazing alternately at Alden and Aurora."Mama with whom? Want to join us for dinner together?"At that moment, Aurora could see how Alden was so relaxed and carefree. Yet, she knew that her boyfriend's mother instructed to keep a distance from her. For heaven's sake, it was Aurora who felt nervous."No," Zendaya refused gently. "Mom already had dinner with other friends." Then she pointed to a group of people that Aurora believed to be Zendaya's business associates or friends who were gathering and getting ready to leave the restaurant."So, Mama wants to go home right away?"Zendaya nodded slightly."Yes. I'll be heading home shortly."