A Love That Will Not Change

Why Was I Born into This World ?

Sophia who did not know if Stephen had managed to bring Mateo home was still locked in her room. Staring at the empty ceiling with a blank look. How longing is not only hard but painful. If the word longing was not created so as not to feel tight as it is today.

Sophia who dissolved in her empty mind did not realize that Stephen had been behind her since then. Stephen is not alone. Mateo stood right beside him. Stephen approached Sophia and held her shoulder. Sophia came to her senses from her daydream due to Stephen's gentle touch.

Sophia turned her head towards Stephen, and she did not notice Mateo's presence there because of Stephen's body covering Mateo. Sophia tried to smile even though the smile looked sore.

Stephen returned the smile with a sweet smile.

" Dear, I have a surprise for you ! stephen said to cheer up the woman.

" What surprise? Sophia asked trying to get excited.

Stephen shifted his body to the side so that Sophia could see there was someone else with them in the room. His facial expression suddenly changed.

" Mateo dear! Sophia reflexively moved away from her festive place Mateo's body and embraced it tightly. Very tight as if not to take it off again. Mateo hugged the woman he considered his mother.

The tears don't know his place anymore. Sophia was crying happily because her son was back. His beloved son was now in his arms again.

Mateo did not escape the tears. He did not expect to be able to re-assemble with his loved ones.

Stephen also celebrated this joy. He embraced both of his favorite people. He poured out all his happiness and affection in a warm embrace. His heart could not speak to express the joy that was in his heart at this time.

After the teletubies-style cuddling event lasted long enough, Stephen loosened his arms, as did Sophia. Enclosed Mateo's face with both hands, Mateo's clear blue eyes stared fixed. In disbelief, Mateo was actually in front of him right now.

" Dear, I'm sorry. Mama can't take good care of you. Mama let you get carried away by them and separate us. Sorry mama! Sophia regrets her negligence for letting Maya take Mateo away.

Sophia examined Mateo's body from head to toe. Although only a few days but the body looks more slim. His face was getting smaller and his cheekbones were protruding. His white skin also looks pale. Sophia felt Mateo's whole body. Guilt rippled in his heart and mind. Mateo must have been treated badly. Not taken care of properly so that his body looks less healthy.

Mateo must have suffered in that place. I don't know what that woman's heart is made of that has brought her into this world. There is no love at all. Even with his own flesh. It's heartless at all.

" You must be hungry, right, baby.? Special cook for Mateo. Come with mama.! Sophia brought Mateo down to the kitchen. In the spirit of Sophia prepared Mateo's favorite food ingredients. Today he will prepare a special meal for Mateo, whatever the boy's request will be fulfilled.

After Mateo's arrival, Sophia's face brightened again, shining brightly. Mateo has been a part of his life. Half of his life. When half of his life was gone, his soul was half dead. But when half his life has returned, his soul will come back to life.

Stephen who seemed forgotten, did not release his gaze for a second from the two lovers of his soul. Her lips were not separated from the smile of happiness. His heart was calm at this moment. Now they are back together.

And in his heart Stephen promised, will not let his loved ones suffer again. No one will hurt or hurt them.

Stephen promised to always protect and protect them with his entire body.

The promise of a real man will never deny it.

Seeing the happiness on his favorite face, Stephen joined in. He asked Sophia what she could do. Sophia then gave him the task of cleaning vegetables and cleaning the kitchen utensils they would use.

This is a special moment for them. Laughter and jokes decorate the activities of the three of them. No matter the kitchen that starts to fall apart because of them.

Stephen is nosy with Sophia who is serious about cooking or with Sophia's behavior that tempts Stephen when cleaning his work. Mateo also acts as a referee separating the two adults who act like nine-year-olds.

Today is the day of the three of them. The spruce family special day. Face with white flour as a substitute for powder. The world just belongs to them. Had this time suffering tried to enter their lives, Stephen would have put up a body to protect them.

Because Stephen doesn't want to be cheated anymore. There was enough pain they had been through. Just a few days but the impact is not good for them.

The dishes are available on the dining table. Mateo could not wait to eat it soon. Sophia understood that her son could not wait to eat the appetizing dish.

Sophia served food on Mateo's plate. Mateo who misses the cuisine of mama Sophia immediately eat it with greed. Sophia was moved not to be able to hold back tears. How unfortunate Mateo is to have a biological mother who does not love him at all.

Stephen who saw the tears from the beautiful netra Sophia was also moved. I also feel a lot of guilt. Because after all he contributed to make Mateo suffer. He deserves to be called an irresponsible man. Not worth mentioning as a father.

Stephen got up from his seat, grabbed Sophia by the shoulder and gently and warmly caressed her. He wanted to reassure her that she was no longer alone. There he will always accompany her to care for, care for, protect and love Mateo.

Sophia clasped Stephen's hand, then looked at the man's face with a smile as if to say, "Thank you, always be with us!

Just a moment of food on Mateo's plate vanished unceremoniously. Mateo is like a child who doesn't eat for days.

" Dear, want more food? Sophia was happy at once to see Mateo who was so greedy to eat his food. Remove the rest of the tears on his cheeks, do not let mateo see if from him is crying.

Mateo shook her head and held her stomach to indicate that she was full.

Sophia also put the leftovers on the table.

Stephen and Mateo sat down to relax in the living room while watching television. Sophia finished cleaning the kitchen utensils.

When she finished, Sophia joined them. As they were focusing on watching the show on television, suddenly Mateo stood facing the two people he loved.

" Can Mateo ask? Mateo's face looked very serious. He sees the two alternating.

" What do you want to ask, honey? Ask Sophia.

Mateo************* his journal. It seems that he is doubtful. But he has to ask that.

"Why did Mateo have to be born into this world ? If Mateo is not expected. Mateo knew that Mateo was born not out of love. Mateo was present in this world because of a mistake. Didn't we?

Sophia was silent. His heart was like a spear. Sick and painful to hear Mateo's words. The child's heart and heart must have been hurt even more. Especially after knowing the truth about both of his parents.

Especially Stephen. His body was frozen. His heart was wounded more like a sharp sword. Wounds and bleeding. Mateo's words were like a sharp knife piercing through his heart.

Unable to endure the pain of guilt so raining down on his heart, Stephen shed his tears. Stephen cried sobbing. He no longer felt embarrassed, did not care about his wife as a man who was known to be strong and assertive.

The tears were shed uncontrollably. Even his body trembled, shaking from his sobs that sounded extremely heartbreaking. Sophia could not hold back any more. Her crying spilled down. Really, not spoken with words.

Stephen rose from his seat, grabbed Mateo's body and embraced it tightly. With tears Stephen deeply regretted what had happened. Although he never expected this bitter event to happen in his life.

But all this happened because of his mistake as well.

Mateo could feel such heartbreaking sorrow in those tears. The tears were wiped away with her little fingers. He was like a father wiping away the tears of his son.

" Dad, don't cry. I'm sorry Mateo made you sad! mateo comforted his father.

Hearing those words, Stephen grew even more sad. The only one who should apologize is that he's not Mateo.

" The father should have apologized. Dad made a mistake. I've hurt you all. Dad is so sorry. Dad loves Mateo. I love Mateo very much. I won't be able to live again if I lose Mateo.! stephen said from the bottom of his heart.

" What about Sophia's mom? Ask Mateo again.

" Yes dear. I love Sophia just as much as I love Mateo. I love you both so much. Mama Sophia and Mateo are living fathers. Without you, Dad means nothing. Dad is nobody. You are the heart and heart of my father who will always be in my life. Until forever.!

Sophia also joined. The three of them embraced back. A very tight hug. Full of love and warmth. Truly the three men are indeed created to complement each other.