Bayu approached with a meaningful smile, then tried to embrace Sefia in his arms. However, before he could touch her, Sefia roughly pushed him away.
“The time for games is over, Bayu,” Sefia said in a cold tone that made Bayu's smile instantly fade. Her eyes that had been full of desire now looked at Sefia seriously.
Bayu looked at the cold woman with a disappointed look. He knew that Sefia's heart was never there for him.
“There's something you have to do for me,” Sefia continued, glancing at her cell phone, making sure that all her plans were in order.
Bayu frowned, feeling curious. “What is it?”
Sefia smiled sarcastically, as if enjoying the curiosity on Bayu's face. “Nayla is having a concert soon. I want you to cut the lights on the ceiling of the concert venue. Make sure everything goes according to plan, and that woman will never stand on the stage again.”
Bayu looked at Sefia with worri
Not long after, Bayu came into the room with two bottles of champagne from the 90s.They sat together on the edge of the bed, while Bayu, with a passionate gaze, brought himself closer to Sefia. He pulled her into his arms, but Sefia felt empty.“You're so beautiful, darling,” Bayu praised in a hoarse voice. His hands did not stop roaming over Sefia's body.He didn't know that every touch made Sefia feel more and more disgusted, but she still maintained a fake smile. To her, this was the price to pay to ensure Bayu's task would be carried out.She could not possibly look for anyone else because this task was not a trivial one.That night, they had what Bayu might consider a romantic moment, but for Sefia, every second felt like torture. She closed her eyes, tried to block out the disgust that haunted her mind, and pretended to enjoy every second that passed.While Bayu was really treating the woman he loved gently, trying to win
“Did you think that by eliminating Nayla, Zavier would accept you?” Bayu asked, his voice filled with a sardonic tone. “Your husband is cold as stone, Sefia. I don't understand why you would sacrifice half of your life to please someone who clearly never loved you.”Sefia stared at Bayu with a sharp gaze, feeling that he never really understood what was driving her. She held her breath for a moment before answering, “Aren't you the same way?”Sefia's words hit Bayu like a hard slap. Bayu's eyes widened, surprised by the unexpected honesty of the woman before him. He tried to say something, but his words caught in his throat. Sefia smiled faintly, this time not with hatred, but with painful understanding.“You know very well, Bayu. We both live in the shadow of a love that never existed,” Sefia continued in a calm voice, but full of pent-up disappointment.“You did all this for me, but not because you l
“Hopefully you will return to my arms!”Bayu hoped his words could melt Sefia's heart, or at least make her feel a little bit of tenderness. However, all he got was a faint laugh coming from the other side of the phone-a laugh filled with mystery and uncertainty.“We'll see,” Sefia replied in a casual tone, as if what Bayu had just done was no big deal. Her chuckle ended the conversation, leaving Bayu in painful silence.Bayu held his cell phone tightly, as if hoping to change the situation with just a whim. He knew Sefia was not an easy woman to tame, and no matter what he did, Sefia always had another plan behind her cold smile.However, even though his heart continued to hurt, he could not let go of his feelings for her.On the other hand, Sefia put down her cell phone and stared out the window, her calculating eyes staring far ahead. To her, Bayu was just one of the many pawns she used to achieve her goals. Although Bayu
“Thank you for coming to participate,” Nayla said, accepting Sefia's helping hand.“Nayla, I want to give you something.” Zavier took out a red jewelry box.“What is this?”“Open it...” Zavier said with a genuine smile.Slowly, Nayla opened the red box and her eyes rounded perfectly.It was a diamond necklace with a green gemstone in the center.“This is beautiful,” Nayla said with an incredulous look.Zavier immediately took the necklace from the box and draped it around Nayla's neck, while Sefia stared at their lovemaking with jealousy.Tonight wasn't just about the concert; it was the night Nayla would receive a huge gift from Sefia-a gift that would change everything.“She'll be finished today,” Sefia murmured with a meaningful smile.At the concert hall, Sefia stared up at the ceiling, where the large lights that Bayu had arranged hung fr
Some fans threw flowers and others threw dolls and other gifts. The crew rushed out to collect the gifts on the floor so as not to disturb Nayla's movements in her show.A gentle smile graced Nayla's face as she looked out at the thousands of spectators present that night. Gracefully, she grabbed a bouquet and waved at her fans.“I love you guys too. Without you, Nayla is just an ordinary mom, a wife who loves her husband,” Nayla said and then looked at Zavier with a genuine smile.“Before we begin, I really want to thank everyone for coming, look... my husband is there with my children,” Nayla said proudly.“I really love them, just like I've given all my love to you,” she continued.The audience applauded loudly as they were moved by the sincerity and love expressed.In the audience, Zavier sat in the front row with Joen and Fernando. The two boys looked very proud, their eyes sparkling as they watched N
Zavier looked up, his eyes widening as he saw that the large lamp that had only been shaking was now unhooked from its hanger and began to fall at a terrifying speed.Zavier knew that he did not have much time. Without thinking, he grabbed Nayla with both hands, pulling her forcefully from her position under the lamp. But unfortunately, Zavier's quick movements were not enough to save himself.Bam!“Zavier!”In seconds that felt like an eternity, the huge lamp hit the stage with a deafening sound.“AAaa!”“Aaargh!”There were hysterical cries from the audience.Nayla, who was pulled by Zavier to the edge of the stage, could only scream when she saw Zavier's body falling on the stage. The lamp hit Zavier's back hard, sending his body tumbling down. The sound of the audience's screams echoed throughout the room, creating an incredible chaos.The concert crew immediately ran to the stage,
Amidst the chaos, Sefia stood amongst the crowd, watching everything with a flat expression.She saw how her plan had worked, even though the outcome was not what she had envisioned. Instead of Nayla being crushed, it was Zavier who was the victim.His heart was broken, as the man still gave his last life for Nayla.His love never existed for Sefia at all. Sefia looked at them with mixed feelings and eyes full of red sclera.After witnessing the horrific event, Sefia felt something she had never imagined before-a feeling of guilt so strong that it shook her entire being.“Zavier, I don't want to lose you,” she murmured in a small, worried voice.Normally cold and calculating, she was now on the verge of an emotional meltdown. Her mind was filled with images of Zavier lying helplessly on the stage, with Nayla's hysterical screams still ringing in her ears.It all came across like a long nightmare, but this was what was happ
No, Bayu! I was wrong! I made this decision! I'm the one who ordered you! I should never have done this!” Sefia shouted between sobs, her voice filled with deep regret.Bayu could only hug Sefia tighter, letting the woman who was usually so strong and resilient cry in his arms. He didn't know what else to say. He knew that no words could erase the feelings of guilt that were so deep in Sefia's heart.“Go inside first and calm yourself down.”Gently, she led Sefia into her house.Time seemed to stop for both of them. There was only the sound of Sefia's crying that filled the air around them. Sefia felt like her whole world was collapsing. Everything she had planned, all her ambitions, now felt so empty. She felt like she had lost everything-especially herself.“What have I done, Bayu?” Sefia whispered between her tears. “I've ruined my own life. I've lost Zavier... I've lost everything...”Bayu let out a long bre
Bayu led the way to a yacht waiting at the dock. The yacht looked luxurious, glistening in the twilight sun. Wordlessly, Bayu helped Sefia onto the boat, holding her hand tightly, as if he didn't want to let go. The sea breeze gently blew Sefia's hair, making the atmosphere feel even more dramatic.Arriving on the yacht, Bayu immediately instructed the crew to set sail. The ship's engine roared, sending them slowly away from land. They both stood on the deck, the fresh sea breeze blowing against their faces. Bayu occasionally glanced at Sefia who remained silent with unreadable eyes.“You still like the sea, don't you?” Bayu asked, his voice trying to sound light. He hoped his question would break the tense atmosphere between them.Sefia just nodded briefly without turning her head. “What's your plan, Bayu? Take me to the middle of the sea and throw me there?” she asked in a sarcastic tone, trying to hide her growing anxiety.Bayu
Sefia, over Bayu's shoulder, felt humiliated and shamed in public. But even though she tried to keep screaming and struggling, Bayu's strong body gave her no chance to escape. He held back the anger burning in his chest, trying to think about what his next move would be.Meanwhile, Bayu only wanted one thing - to end this drama as soon as possible before things got worse.Sefia was the woman he loved. He would do everything just to calm her down.Arriving at the front of the car, Bayu opened the door with one hand and put the struggling Sefia in.“You bastard! Let me go, I want to wait for Zavier!”Bayu tightened Sefia's seat belt roughly, making Sefia gasp in shock. Behind the car, the reporters were still chasing after her with their cameras flashing, trying to capture every moment. Without thinking, Bayu pulled Sefia close and kissed her hard on the lips. It was a dominating kiss, full of pressure, as if it was a warning.&ldq
Nayla did not back down. She took a deep breath, looking at Sefia with a determined gaze. “We'll see, Sefia. I will never give up. I will protect the people I love, no matter what!” she replied firmly.A nurse immediately exclaimed, “Mrs. Nayla, there are so many reporters filming, this could ruin your reputation.”Nayla paused for a moment to tidy up her messy clothes and hair. “I don't need a reputation anymore when the man who loves me is risking his life just because of the heinous deeds of the scheming woman who became his second wife by various means!”The reporters drew closer, trying to catch every word and movement, while the security guards finally managed to separate them.“You should divorce Zavier and give him back to me, the legal wife he never divorced!” Nayla shot a glare at Sefia as she spoke her words clearly for the reporters to witness and take notes.Still trembling with rage, Nay
Outside the taxi door, Nayla clutched her bag tightly, trying to calm her racing heart. “Wait for me, Zavier,” she whispered, determination shining in her eyes. “I will come back to you. And this time, I won't let anyone separate us.”Nayla took a step away from the taxi and ran towards the entrance.“Why did you come back?” a reporter asked.“Do you still want to continue the fight with Ms. Sefia?”“Madam, please give us information!”“How is Mr. Zavier doing?”“Is he going to die?”The last question Nayla heard, made her stop her steps and turn her head, looking at the reporter who had asked earlier.Nayla felt uncomfortable with the mini microphone being thrust at her. News-hungry reporters would want all the information they could get.“She will recover! She won't die!” Nayla exclaimed, ”and you can start recording.
“Then believe what you want to believe,” Sefia cut in sharply. “But look at the reality. Maybe it's time for you to go and leave all this behind.”“What else do you want to make clear? I feel like you guys are just wasting your time!”Sefia's words were like daggers piercing into Nayla's heart. Nayla felt her legs give way, her body wavering.Sefia knew that she had succeeded in shaking Nayla's confidence. She smiled triumphantly as Nayla turned around slowly, her face looking blank and heartbroken.Nayla sat listlessly with her eyes full, staring blankly at the closed surgery door.A few moments of silence that seemed eternal and with heavy steps, Nayla stood up. Wordlessly, she began to walk away. Each step felt harder and harder, as if a weight was pulling her back. But Sefia's voice kept ringing in her head. That cunning and poisonous whisper, which claimed that Zavier, the man she loved, might have actually planned th
A few minutes of eternal silence made it seem as if they were in a different world.Bayu decided to step a little further away from them and took out a cigarette and lit it. Smoke billowed from his thin lips.Bayu looked up, seeing the smoke dancing before him as if it could explain the meaning of his being there and waiting for Zavier's news, or waiting for his death?Sefia looked at Bayu who looked masculine as a man without flaws. His good looks and masculinity were only surpassed by Zavier's because they were born into families of different statuses.Bayu was just the son of an ordinary clerk, while Zavier was already born into a conglomerate family.Sefia suddenly remembered a photo sent by Bayu a few days ago. In the photo, Zavier was seen on the stage ceiling, checking the spotlights before the concert began. A cunning idea crossed her mind, and without thinking, she approached Bayu who was smoking in the corner of the hospital.&ld
“She's happy with me, with us. Fernando and Joen too. You... you're not needed!” Sefia exclaimed.Nayla swallowed, trying to hold back the emotions that were beginning to boil inside her. “You know nothing about us, Sefia,” she said in a cold tone. “I love Zavier with all my soul, and I know he loves me too. Love isn't just about being happy, it's also about fighting through the storms together.”Sefia snorted, staring at Nayla with uncontrollable anger. “Fighting together? Or are you just forcing her to fight alone?!” She pointed a finger at Nayla, her voice full of accusation.“You're selfish, Nayla! You only want to keep her for yourself, even if it means she has to get hurt.”Nayla felt the heat on her cheeks, but she did not back down. “I'm here because I love her, Sefia. Not because I want to make him suffer.”“If you love him,” Sefia replied in a trembl
He could no longer restrain himself. “Bayu, I need to know how he is!” she said in a slightly trembling voice.Bayu let out a long breath. “Sefia, you're not strong yet,” he replied gently but firmly. “I understand, you're worried. But you have to recover first.”However, Sefia didn't want to listen. “I'll call the hospital,” she said as she reached for her cell phone. Her hands were shaking slightly, indicating how strong her emotions were at the moment.After a few dial tones, the phone was picked up by a nurse. “Hello, this is the hospital's surgical unit. How can we help you?” the voice on the other side sounded formal.Sefia took a deep breath, trying to calm herself down. “I'm Sefia, the family of Zavier who is in surgery. I would like to know how he is doing.”The nurse was silent for a moment before replying, “The surgery is still ongoing, Ms. Sefia. His condition
“I've failed twice already, being tricked by Sefia and this time, I have to be by her side every second!”“I don't want Zavier to wake up and Sefia to reappear and all these misunderstandings to get even more complicated!”Mando just nodded slowly, understanding Nayla's persistence. “In that case, I'll stay here with you. At least you won't be waiting alone,” she said as she stood beside Nayla.Time passed slowly, minutes felt like hours. The tension was heightened when a doctor came out of the operating room for the second time, wearing a mask and a green uniform full of seriousness. Nayla rushed over, her face filled with anxiety.“Doctor, how is she?” Nayla asked quickly, her voice soft but hopeful.The doctor took a deep breath before answering. “Her condition is still critical, Ms. Nayla. We've done the main procedure to stop the bleeding, but we have to wait and see how his body responds. This is a