Cahyo stood in his office space, looking out the window blankly. He knew how difficult this task would be.
Kayla was known as an intelligent and cautious woman; seducing her was no easy task. He tried to find the right person to carry out this mission, but every candidate he considered seemed unsuitable or not assertive enough.Hours passed, and Cahyo began to feel the pressure. Sefia's decision made him even more anxious. Finally, he realized that there was no one else he could rely on to carry out this task with the desired effectiveness. There was only one solution left-he had to do it himself.With burning determination, Cahyo decided to contact Kayla directly. He knew that this would be a huge challenge, but he had no other choice. Cahyo prepared himself carefully, arranging words and strategies to confront the Great Mistress Kayla. He felt his heart beat faster as he dialed Kayla's number on his cell phone.Meanwhile, Sefia, who was already satisfied with t“L-Let me go!” Nayla Pratama exclaimed in a stifled voice and tried to resist. Her beautiful eyes stared intently at Zavier Abraham.Her smooth shoulders were grabbed tightly and her beautiful body was thrown down on the luxurious mattress they had throughout their marriage for the past two years.“This is your duty! Shut up and obey!” Zavier's voice was loud and insistent. The man immediately moved to fulfill his inner demands without regard for his wife's feelings of suffering and not accepting Zavier's harsh treatment.Nayla grasped the bed sheet beside her tightly, enduring the pain on the sensitive spots all over her body while looking at the ceiling of the room, with a sad look and tears gathering in her eyes.“Zavier... Please slow down...”However, Nayla's hoarse voice was ignored by Zavier who was busy fulfilling his desire.Some time later, Zavier finished and immediately got up while taking his bathrobe.With a flat expression, he left his wife's body and stepped into the ba
All this time, Nayla had indeed suspected Zavier's closeness to Sefia. This discovery plunged Nayla into her anger because she realized that their relationship had already gone 'too far'.Nayla's hands trembled, holding the hotel receipt that was half-soaked. Nayla sat down weakly and pondered what she should do.Her gaze was blank as she looked at the pile of laundry still waiting in front of her. Every day, she has to do all the household chores, which are obviously very tiring, but Zavier never appreciates them at all.Am I just considered a maid to him?Nayla couldn't stop asking herself because of her unclear presence in this luxurious house. She felt completely trapped in this luxurious house ever since she married Zavier.Her days were filled only with all the household chores that never seemed to end.With a sorrowful face, Nayla stood up and walked slowly towards her room. She started taking out her suitcase and pulling out some of her clothes from the closet.She has been tr
"Nayla!" Prepare my lunch! "I'm hungry!" shouted Zavier while hugging a soft pillow and still reluctant to open his eyes.Silence ... There was no response, causing the handsome man to reluctantly open his eyes and furrow his brow.With reluctance, Zavier got up and sat on the edge of the bed. Both of his eyes glanced at the suitcase standing firmly near the exit. In his heart, Zavier smiled, thinking that Nayla didn't leave because her suitcase was still there."Nayla!" called Zavier as he opened the door and looked outside the room, searching for Nayla, but the atmosphere in the house remained silent."Hugh! Always making me angry!" Zavier reluctantly re-entered the bathroom, grabbed a towel, and stepped into the shower.After finishing his shower, Zavier couldn't find his clothes on the bed. Usually, Nayla has already prepared her outfit for the party.Is she cooking? "Really so slow!" grumbled Zavier as he opened the wardrobe, took out the tuxedo, and put it on."Where is my duty?
"Damn!" Zavier shouted angrily. The cellphone was thrown onto the bed."That damn woman didn't even turn on her phone!" With annoyance, Zavier flung himself onto the cold bed.His feelings were troubled, and both of his eyes were filled with red sclera, indicating that the man was very upset and didn't know what to do.A moment later, he grabbed the car keys and stepped out of the house with the intention of looking for Nayla.Meanwhile, Nayla had arrived in front of her small house. The house bought by Xander, her kind-hearted father-in-law.The small house only has two small rooms, each with a single bed, and one of the rooms is occupied by the younger sibling who takes care of herself."Sister?" Nadira greeted her sister, who looked a bit pale and tired.Nayla just smiled and hugged her younger sibling. Tears flowed again, wetting her cheeks."W-what happened?" Why didn't you call?Nadira was very upset with Nayla's condition, which seemed to be in turmoil. Immediately, she led her
A cloudy morning and Zavier is still sound asleep even though the alarm on his phone has been ringing for a while."Nayla, tell the alarm to be quiet first!""The song earlier was truly beautiful to my ears!" Zavier shouted in his sleep.Zavier dreamed he was listening to a song sung with a beautiful melody in his ears, the voice of a girl who was very gentle and soothing. The same song that had accompanied him while he was still in a coma.'Aren't your legs tired from running? There is something they don't understand. Give yourself some time to lean for a moment, all this time you've been great ... It's just that you haven't been heard.' The melodies flew.Zavier smiled contentedly in his sleep, he really liked that song. But the alarm ringing on his phone started to feel annoying."Nayla! I told you to turn off the alarm!" Zavier sat on the bed, feeling angry because his wife still hadn't moved.Slowly, Zavier returned to consciousness. Nayla had indeed left him.Annoyed, Zavier gra
Nayla took a deep breath, trying to calm herself before starting. She looked at the microphone in front of her, feeling tense yet also full of enthusiasm to give her best.She had to do all this, she knew it would be difficult to find a job in a country ruled by the Abraham's family. But, that was not a reason for her to beg and serve Zavier again.He needs a substantial living cost, so this will be his first step towards a career.With only a few qualifications and work experience in an office, it is unlikely that she will be accepted by a company to work in an office.But, she has a melodious voice; before meeting Zavier, she often performed on stages to sing at weddings or birthday parties.With great care, she chose the song she would sing, a song that filled her heart with complex emotions.When Nayla started singing, she tried to look towa
"Listen, Nayla," Michael said with a warm voice, "I know you're in a difficult situation." Why don't you allow me to take you home? I'm sure we can chat the whole way."Nayla was surprised by the offer, but also touched by Michael's kindness. Although her heart was torn between nervousness and gratitude, she finally nodded gently."Thank you, Michael. I appreciate it," Nayla said with a voice full of gratitude."You wait for me outside. Three more people and the audition will be over," said Michael as he walked away, while Nayla returned to the waiting room where the other auditionees greeted her with annoyed faces."Why is it taking so long, huh!" An audition participant shot Nayla a displeased look and then entered the audition room according to their turn.Nayla was a bit confused because she remembered the message Michael had conveyed earlier. Should she wait?
On the other hand, Nayla really wants to try on her own and prove the potential of her talent.They continued their conversation comfortably, sharing stories and memories about their past. Laughing and joking, they seemed to forget all the problems they were facing in the outside world.A moment later, the atmosphere changed when Michael asked about Nayla's husband. "How is your husband doing?" Michael asked with a slightly heavy voice.Nayla felt a bit awkward with that question. She felt uncomfortable discussing her personal matters with Michael, even though she appreciated Michael's kindness and concern."Oh, he's busy with his work," Nayla replied awkwardly, trying to avoid the topic.Michael sensed Nayla's discomfort, but he didn't want to press her. "Sorry if I asked too much," he said softly, trying to lighten the mood.Nayla smiled faintly, feeling re
Cahyo stood in his office space, looking out the window blankly. He knew how difficult this task would be.Kayla was known as an intelligent and cautious woman; seducing her was no easy task. He tried to find the right person to carry out this mission, but every candidate he considered seemed unsuitable or not assertive enough.Hours passed, and Cahyo began to feel the pressure. Sefia's decision made him even more anxious. Finally, he realized that there was no one else he could rely on to carry out this task with the desired effectiveness. There was only one solution left-he had to do it himself.With burning determination, Cahyo decided to contact Kayla directly. He knew that this would be a huge challenge, but he had no other choice. Cahyo prepared himself carefully, arranging words and strategies to confront the Great Mistress Kayla. He felt his heart beat faster as he dialed Kayla's number on his cell phone.Meanwhile, Sefia, who was already satisfied with t
Sefia was surprised, her eyes widening slightly. “The city of Bandung? That's too much, Kayla. Zavier may be in a slump, but I'm not sure he'll give up so easily,” she replied, her voice containing doubt.Kayla leaned closer, giving Sefia a sharp look. “You have no other choice. You know what I can do if you try to cancel our deal,” she threatened in a low yet stressful voice.“Isn't the best time to snatch all this away when she's down like this?” Kayla continued with a triumphant smile.Sefia was silent, her face showing inner conflict. She knew Kayla was not someone who was easy to deal with, and her threat was not something to be taken lightly. She took a deep breath, then nodded slowly, resigned.“Alright. All of Zavier's assets in Bandung will be yours,” he said finally, in a tone of voice that sounded weak and defeated.Kayla smiled in satisfaction, feeling that her plan was working perfectly. 
Sefia approached further, her voice getting lower, yet sharper. “They planned their escape by way of this accident. They've already escaped together,” she said, her eyes looking deeply into Zavier's, as if trying to penetrate his inner defenses.Zavier felt the world around him shake. “That's not true! Nayla wouldn't leave me like that. She loves me!” he shouted, filled with anger and confusion.“Don't you mess with me. I know your tactics!” exclaimed Zavier with his eagle eyes, staring at Sefia fiercely as if he wanted to tear her apart right now.Sefia raised a hand, as if to calm Zavier down. “I know this is hard for you, Zavier. But I have proof,” she said as she pulled out a cell phone from her pocket and showed him a video recording.On the screen, Nayla was seen talking to someone in an obscure place. Her voice was clear: “I no longer love Zavier. All of this is just part of my responsibility. I
There was something so fragile and strong at once in her appearance, making him feel mesmerized. He swallowed a few times, trying to focus on his task, but his gaze still could not escape the beauty in front of him.“It's a shame,” he murmured softly, almost as if talking to himself, ”that such smooth and beautiful skin is disfigured by burns.”Bram was stunned for a moment after saying those words. His heart suddenly felt heavy, realizing how deeply attracted he was to Nayla. He had always admired her strength and gentleness, but seeing her in this state made his feelings even clearer. He felt drawn, captivated in a way he had never felt before.Nayla, semi-conscious, felt Bram's gentle touch on her skin. She shivered slightly, not from the cold, but from the realization of this unexpected closeness. She opened her eyes slightly, and saw Bram's thoughtful, almost affectionate expression.“Bram...,” she whispered weakly
“Take Nayla away from Zavier's life,” Sefia replied coldly. “If not, trust me, this is no longer a minor accident. I'll make sure the next game is much more gruesome. This is just a warning.”Bram took a deep breath. “You're crazy, Sefia. You... the culprit? Why are you doing this?”“Because I have to,” Sefia replied sharply. “You know what it's like to lose control, Bram. I just don't want that to happen to Zavier. Now, make a decision. Nayla doesn't have much time.”Bram knew he had no other choice. There was too much at stake. Without waiting any longer, he grabbed his jacket and ran out of his office. Something inside him broke as he thought of Nayla who was probably struggling between life and death.“Alright, Sefia,” he said with a heavy sigh, ”I'll take her away from Zavier. But if anything happens to him, I won't stand by.”The call was disconnected and Sefi
Zavier sighed, then looked at Nayla seriously. “I just don't want anyone else to take my place in your heart, even if it's just as a friend or a doctor.”Nayla took Zavier's hand, holding it tightly. “No one can take your place. You're the only one, darling.”Zavier grabbed Nayla's cheek and gave her a warm kiss. They both smiled, realizing the love with a strong bond between them.Moments later, they stepped out of the hospital with hopeful hearts, ready to face the next days together, though the shadow of jealousy still lingered in Zavier's mind.In the black luxury car that drove quietly, Zavier sat next to Nayla, holding his wife's frail hand with great care.Mando, their trusted bodyguard, focused on driving the car through the crowded streets. Just a few meters away from the hospital, Zavier breathed a sigh of relief, feeling a little comfortable that he could bring Nayla home.However, the next second, a loud r
“Hmm, of course. I need to get well so I can take care of my Nayla again.” Zavier deliberately emphasized the suffix -ku because he wanted to know that Nayla was absolutely his.Doctor Bram only smiled slightly in response to all of Zavier's words. He was more focused on how to make the tense man's body limber.“Let's rest for a while. I'll be back with a cup of coffee for you,” said Doctor Bram.A moment later, Doctor Bram arrived with two cups of coffee and some dry bread.They sat on the side while enjoying their drinks.However, when they took a short break, Bram unknowingly uttered a sentence that made the atmosphere even more tense. “Nayla really is a strong and amazing woman,” he said with a faint smile. “And of course, she's very beautiful.”Zavier's eyes immediately lit up with anger. That simple sentence, though probably not ill-intentioned, touched a sensitive spot in him. “Wha
Kayla snorted, sounding unimpressed. “Angry or not, this is no time to act recklessly. Remember, Sefia, you need me to accomplish your goals. Don't make me lose my temper.”Sefia nodded, even though she knew Kayla couldn't see her. “I'll be more careful,” she said in a resigned tone.“Good,” Kayla replied, then hung up without waiting for further answers.Sefia sat on the edge of the bed, feeling frustrated and confused. She knew she had gone too far into this dangerous game, but she also realized that she had no choice but to follow Kayla - for now.However, in her heart, Sefia began to feel a subtle fear. What if Kayla decided to betray her?***The next day, Zavier arrived at the therapy room with mixed feelings. He knew that this therapy session was very important for him to recover and regain the ability to walk normally. However, when the therapy room door opened, Zavier was stunned to see who was st
Zavier did not answer. He only grasped Nayla's hand tighter, as if to emphasize that Nayla belonged to him. However, in his heart, he knew that this was more than just jealousy. It was a fear that kept haunting him - the fear that he might no longer be able to protect the woman he loved.Nayla felt the tension building up in the room. Her eyes moved from Zavier who looked angry and jealous in his wheelchair, to Doctor Bram who stood in a calm but firm manner. She knew that this situation could get worse if left unchecked.Gently, Nayla took Zavier's cold and trembling hand. “Zavier, please... calm down,” she said, her voice soft yet compassionate. “Bram was just trying to help me. Nothing else.”Zavier turned to her, still with a suspicious look in his eyes. “I know, Nayla... But I don't like seeing you in his arms,” he replied in a low yet sharp tone, his voice almost breaking with feelings of jealousy and helplessness.