A Wife's Escape

The Dessert Week Event

"Hhhh ..." Aunt Rinn sighed and gave a lethargic expression as she stared at the dining table that all of her dishes were completely untouched.

What was the real madam doing? He said he wanted to call you for dinner, but now it's been 1 hour.

"Food has also become cold, should I just clean up now?" he muttered with an unwilling look. He was not willing if the hard-earned food he made but now became cold just like that.

Aunt Rinn, who still loved the untouched meal, reluctantly decided to clean the dining table. But just touching a plate suddenly came Nisa along with Keyran.

"Don't clean up yet, I still want to eat!" said Nisa who hurriedly approached the dining table.

"I'm sorry, I don't think Mr and Mrs have dinner." Aunt Rinn then saw Nisa's hair was still wet, when she changed to see Keyran she also saw a red mark that was on her neck.

"Ah, I get it. Happy recharge wasted energy~" Aunt Rinn smiled slightly and immediately left the dining room.

"Aunt Rinn is very sensitive," murmured Nisa.

"Maybe he saw the traces of cruelty you left behind" Keyran said with a mischievous smile as he showed off the kiss marks on his neck.

"What cruelty? But you like it, don't you?"

"Haha, stop. Let's eat!"

The two of them sat down and began to eat their cold dinner. In the middle of the dinner, Nisa suddenly remembered something and stopped eating for a moment.

"Key, I want to tell you something."

"Hm?" Keyran is still chewing but noticing.

Nisa then took a deep breath and said, "I want to sign up for the Dessert Week Event! The event will take place in 3 days, by then I will be very busy and have no time for you. So ... Can I come?"

"May." answered Keyran spontaneously.

"Really?" asked Nisa who wanted to confirm it once again.

"Yes, I can."

"Thank you, darling!" Nisa smiled and then gave a kiss on Keyran's cheek.

"Anything for my wife." said Keyran with an elegant smile. (become obedient after getting rations :v)

"If nothing changes, the venue will be Galaxy Square Hall. We used to get married in that hall building, and that building is also your asset, right?"

"Yes, what a place full of memories!"

"Yes yes you are right ..." Nisa smiled awkwardly.

What memories? I used to hate that place so much and wanted to run away from marriage.

"I did rent out the building, since you will be taking part in the event that will be held there, I will inform the person in charge of the building to prepare everything properly."

"Well, since you already know ... will you come?"

"I will try, hopefully my schedule at that time is not as busy as usual."

"Hehe, come and I'll surprise you!"

"really? I'm so impatient." Keyran then pinched Nisa's cheek which looked very adorable to her. "Have a word, quickly finish your meal!"

...3 days later, Galaxy Square Hall...

...•••••• ...

In the multipurpose hall rented by Keyran it is now underway an Event Dessert Week, and his beloved wife became one of the participating participants.

This Dessert Week event is not the first time, but this year is more lively compared to previous years. This time there are 70 participating cake shops and restaurants, with more than 100 pastry menu variants ready to be enjoyed.

This event is also the most awaited culinary festival for sweet food fans. Moreover, with a fresher concept that is art, where chefs and artists in the kitchen decorate cakes beautifully in front of visitors directly.

70 stores and participants have certainly gone through the selection process carried out by the founders of the event. There are many dessert categories displayed at this event, the participants are challenged to meet dessert ranging from cake, pudding, cookies, ice cream, gelato, healthy snacks, and so on, fruit tea and many more.

All participants who participate also get a certificate, but a special certificate for the winner of the event is certainly more special. In this event Nisa is not alone, she is working with her exchange friend who is none other than Lucas, of course this is unknown to Keyran.

Nisa and Lucas' place has been visited by people who are interested in the pastry menu they provide. They are both compact wearing chef-style uniforms and serve visitors in a friendly manner. Moreover, Lucas has its own charm, which is why visitors who come are more dominant in women. Lucas was busy serving, while Nisa seemed busy decorating cupcakes with colorful butter cream.

In the midst of a growing busyness, Lucas suddenly said, "Nisa, is your husband coming?"

"Some, he said he'd try to come. But if she doesn't come, I understand that she's busy." Nisa replied with a smile.

"But ... Thus it's not that the surprise you prepared for her is in vain?"

"Haha, it's just a cake. I can make it again next time."

"..." - ".Lucas was silent, he looked at Nisa with a glaring look in his eyes while smiling bitterly.

"Hey-hey, don't look at me like that! I'm not a mistreated wife, okay. So don't pity me!"

The last customer left, Lucas said in a soft voice, "By the way ... Why did you get married?"

"Ah, long if told. The point is I was set up. But why is your question so?"

"B-nothing! It's just that ..you are young, if I notice you have a modern woman's style, you have ambitions and have dreams. You even said that you want to open your own bakery. I'm just wondering if you want to get married at a young age and throw away your youth like this. I'm 5 years older than you are single."

"Pffttt .. that thought is not entirely wrong. Getting married young was not really my choice, before I thought that my youth would be wasted. But look now, I'm lucky to have a partner who has always supported me. I can do what I like. Yahh .. although not as free as before, but my husband never gave a rule that crossed the line." Nisa then said softly, "Although sometimes she is possessive."

In fact, my youth has long been lost, since being given the responsibility as a successor I was forced to mature faster. I realized that I was not growing normally like most people. But at least, by doing things like this, such as making cookies and making friends with others, I can at least blend in and feel what normal fun is.

"Wah .. must have been heavy through all this" Lucas said.

"I didn't hear .." said Lucas, covering both ears with his hands.

"Why? Upset, huh? Then quickly find a wife also dong~"

When Nisa was busy flirting with Lucas suddenly came again visitors, visitors this time dressed formally neatly and accompanied by a personal aide. Upon realizing her sudden presence, Nisa could only gape.

"Daddy-in-law ...?!!" immediately Nisa became nervous, she then looked down at her apron that had been dirty due to the various cream stains of the bread. She was nervous because her father-in-law saw her messy appearance.

"You're following this event?" asked Mr. Muchtar with a cold expression.

"Yes, does my father-in-law want cake? I-I'll prepare some low-sugar brownies."

"No, thank you. Can we talk in private? I have something important to say to you."

"Well .." replied Nisa while nodding. Before leaving Nisa did not forget to apologize to Lucas for making him keep the place alone.

In a private room Nisa sat opposite her father-in-law, the waiter came and served tea, the atmosphere back awkward and silent when the waiter left.

Mr. Muchtar still did not say a word, Nisa who realized it immediately bowed and said, "I'm sorry ... I was negligent in looking after my image as a daughter-in-law. A small event like this was indeed inappropriate if it looked at the status of the father-in-law. Sorry to make my father-in-law feel ashamed. I promise you I'll go straight home."

"Did your husband know?"

"Yes, I asked him for permission. I persuaded him, it's my fault."

"Hahh .. It looks like Keyran really spoils you."

"..." - ".Nisa was silent, she stared at her knees and clenched her hands as tightly as possible.

"Your husband spoils you a lot, but it makes me unable to pamper you as my daughter-in-law either."

"Eh?!" nisa looked up. "Daddy in-laws aren't angry?"

"Why am I angry? After all your husband has given you permission. Moreover, my purpose in coming here was not to scold you or criticize what you did. I'm here to apologize."

"I'm sorry for what?" nisa asked confusedly.

"For my previous attitude always forced you to immediately make grandchildren. The miscarriage that you've been through has made me realize, my attitude is wrong because it's too demanding. It might be too late to apologize now, but it's better to be late than not at all, right?"

"The father-in-law does not need to apologize, after all there is no harm if the father expects a grandson from me. The one who failed was me, even to face off like this alone needed great courage for me. So, father-in-law don't blame yourself." Nisa said with a smile.

"Even holding high hopes until you're burdened is wrong. You even fall into the depression phase. It should be that the matter about the child is your business personally, even I have no right to interfere. Just look now, right now you're being reticent to talk to me. You want to forgive this old man, right?"

"A-father-in-law .. I told you this wasn't your fault. I am so grateful that my father-in-law did not blame me at all and gave me understanding. I'm really grateful to have received a daughter-in-law who's as lacking as I am."

"If you really mean it .. then come visit the main residence. Take Keyran with you to make you feel more comfortable. You can come anytime, I will always be ready to welcome you. Later if you visit, I'll give you 1984 wine as a gift to show you my graduation."

"Ehmm .. well, I'll tell Keyran later. By the way ... is the father-in-law still here long?"

"No, getting an apology from you is enough for me. I'll be gone soon."

"Before leaving, won't my father-in-law taste my cake first? If you want, I can pack some to take home. My mother-in-law can also taste my cake."

"All right, pack enough."

The sudden arrival of the father-in-law was indeed unexpected from Nisa. But he was happy because it wasn't something bad that happened. He also sorted out the best homemade cakes to give to his father-in-law as souvenirs.

The event took place again as it should, Nisa returned to her place and helped Lucas until the dessert they made left a little. Engraved happy smiles on their faces as many visitors love their homemade cakes.

In the midst of happiness, Lucas suddenly asked Nisa for permission to pull over for a while because he wanted to receive a phone call.

"Nisa, I'll stay a while, okay?"

"All right."

Lucas pulled over, but he didn't talk long on the phone. He immediately returned and his expression seemed mixed, there was panic as well as sadness that was drawn there.

"What's up?" asked Nisa curiously.

"Sorry Nisa, it seems like I can't keep up with this show until the end." Lucas replied in a desperate tone.

"But why? This show is over soon."

"Don't you remember if I told you that I only had one brother and a father?"

Nisa nodded. "Don't you say they're in America?"

"Yes, and I just got word from my brother, my father's accident and is now in critical condition."

"What-what?!" Nisa gasps.

"I have to get there right now, I don't know when I'm gonna be back here. Of course I won't be taking any more courses either, I'll miss the rest of my friends. I beg you to explain this to them later."

"L-yes, thank you for your help all this time, Lucas. May your father be well." Nisa said with a worried tone.

Lucas then removed the apron and the chef's hat he was wearing. He stood up and looked at Nisa with an unwilling look. "I'll miss you Nisa, see you sometime."

For a moment Nisa was pensive, suddenly she spread out both hands. Lucas who understood immediately hugged Nisa tightly, while Nisa herself also hugged Lucas and patted her back gently. Hope Lucas doesn't panic too much and becomes calmer.

"What's wrong, leave ... I'm sure your father will be fine ..."

"I-iya .." said Lucas in a trembling tone.

"Ehem! So this is the surprise you mean!!"

"K-Key!??" nisa turned to the person who just spoke. She saw someone who was none other than her own husband who currently looked very angry.