
Airez returned home around four in the afternoon and found his beloved sister smiling sweetly welcoming him. He hugged Aira and kissed the top of her head. "What are you doing?" Ask.
"Not much, just waiting for you to come home to thank me" Aira said smiling.
Airez took off his arms and walked into the kitchen. "No need, protecting you is my duty" he replied. He took a glass of water and drank it. "I'll thank you" he said again.
Aira looked at him confused "for what?"
To Zora, he said in his heart. He couldn't stop smiling. "I found my target." He answered and went to his room.
Aira turned her lips, narrowed her eyes and shook her head. "Eeyiii.. It can't be what I thought, right?" Her speech dispelled the thought that her brother met an attractive woman out there. Airez has never been attracted to any girl, even if they are after her. He's a cold-hearted man.
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Erigo calls Aira saying that she is on her way home from the music studio. "Toddy said he missed you" he said.
Aira smiled widely. "really? Uhh... I want to get back to work" he said.
"I'd be so happy if you came back, so I could see you all the time" Erigo said.
"You know? Many fans gathered in front of the building. They yelled at me that they supported me and you" Erigo chuckled.
Aira happy. "Oh that's a relief. You can work back without interruption" he said.
"really so. Ahh yes, can I go there sometime? I want to see your parents" Airez said.
"Of course I can" said Aira happily. "I'll set the time before Airez returns to America" Aira said.
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And here's Erigo three days later. Sitting at a large dining table with plenty of appetizing dishes. Aira and her mother were sitting smiling in front of her. Aira's mother is a very friendly and smiling woman, although Erigo has seen the middle-aged woman nagging Aira while she and Aira are hiding in the closet. Remembering that helped ease his uncomfortable feelings by sitting next to Airez. Then at the end of the table, sat a father who looked dignified with a judging look at Erigo.
Frans is a scary person, right, when it comes to his children and his company. But actually he is a person who is loving and caring, not only for his family, but also for all artists under the auspices of Mouse Entertainment.
Frans was always present at important events and it was always nice to meet him. But this time it was different. Erigo's not gonna be filling out a charity event or anything. He was here to affirm his relationship with Aira.
Silence on the dining table. For a moment Aira was afraid that her father would curse Erigo for the scandal caused by Moza. His father was always very protective of him even though he was always friendly to his artists.
"I've seen you grow up since you were a student at the company when you were a teenager, Erigo. You're a very persistent and strong-willed person." said his father breaking the silence.
His father stared fixedly at Erigo. "I have to convince myself that you will always put my daughter first and protect her above your interests. If I look back, I won't agree." Aira's father shook his head.
Aira looked anxiously at Erigo in front of her who looked seriously listening to the words of Aira's father.
Erigo sat up straight with a respectful attitude, he was already determined to get his blessing tonight as well.
"I completely understand your concern sir, and after everything that happened, I'm sorry. But I really love your daughter and I will take care of her responsibly."
Frans nodded. "You said it. If you really promise to take full responsibility, then I'll give you a chance" Frans said firmly.
"Thank you sir, I really appreciate it" Erigo said. Unexpectedly, his father suddenly became friendly.
"My daughter is so pretty, isn't she? She looks like her mother" said Aira's father. His voice is heavy and powerful. "He has a very subtle feeling. I hope you can take care of him" said his father again.
"Your daughter is very beautiful. I'll take good care of him." Erigo.
Aira's mother smiled. "Mom really appreciates your courage Erigo. Thank you." said his mother while holding Aira's hand.
"Airez will soon return to America. I'd be happy if you came often. I'll cook you some food"
Erigo smiled open his mouth to say something but Airez spoke first. "I'll go home often" he said meaningfully.
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While Aira's mother struggled in the kitchen giving these instructions to their domestic assistant, Anna. Aira kissed her mother's cheek. "Me and Erigo will be in mom's upper room. I'd be happy if Anna could deliver some snacks and fruit for us" Aira smiled and winked at Anna, the housekeeper.
Anna smiled with a nod. "I'll bring it over Miss Aira" he said.
"Thank you Anna. That's very kind of you. I'd love to kidnap you into my apartment" Cetus Aira.
His mother and Anna laughed at the passing of Aira.
"I think I'm happy again, isn't Anna?"
"Yes lady. I was so happy to see her after a storm of tears a few days ago." Anna agreed.
His mother put some cookies into the dish and took a tray. "They're a good couple, aren't they? I loved how Erigo always looked at her lovingly. He's a very straightforward man."
Her mother stopped her busyness and faced Anna who was washing the dishes. "Do you think they're making out upstairs? Or kissing?" His mother looked curiously at the stairs.
"Young Ouugghh today" he laughed, shaking his hands in front of his own face. "Why am I so embarrassed?" His voice felt both of his cheeks blushing.
Anna laughs. "What's the lady curious? You can go upstairs and take a peek" Anna half-whispered.
Aira's mother laughed embarrassedly and patted Anna's arm. "Auugghh I won't do it. You go upstairs, drop me this snack and tell me later" said her mother giggled.
Anna laughed at her employer's behavior. Their families look great to the people out there. However, they are actually warm people and sometimes like to act silly. It won't even feel awkward joking around with the workers here. That is what makes the atmosphere at home and makes the workers feel at home. Feels like family.
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Aira's bedroom door was knocked, she let Anna in carrying a tray containing a plate of cookies, a plate of fruit and two glasses of orange juice. Anna placed it on a small table between Erigo and Aira who were sitting chatting on the balcony of the room.
"Thank you Anna" she smiled.
Anna smiled back at him. "Together miss Aira. I pounced down. Just call if you need anything else" said Anna, who was replied with a nod of Aira's head.
After the door closed, Aira turned to Erigo who was looking at her. Aira blushed in embarrassment. "What are you doing? Don't look at me, I'm embarrassed." His words averted his eyes.
"I want to see you for a long time. I've missed you for days because I can't see you as often as I used to." Erigo. He reached out to Aira's fingers across the table. "I can't ask you to come back to work as a stylist on the team again." Erigo chuckles. "Those who used to talk about you, didn't even dare to open their mouth again since the announcement. They're afraid her fate will end like Moza."
Aira laughing. His face is back bright.
"You know, Raka asked me to offer her apology from the bottom of her heart. He said, if he gets to gossip about you again, he'll nail his lips to his teeth willingly"
Aira laughed at hearing that. "liks. You must be exaggerating." Said Aira laughing.
Erigo laughed. "I said what it is. Just ask Devano. Because Dev said he would gladly take his hammer and his nails. You should see Raka's face when Dev says it."
Aira laughed pursed her nose. Erigo always said silly things to her, and she really liked him.
The sound of Aira's laughter made all the fatigue that Erigo felt all day as if yawning and disappearing. He always loved that laugh.
Erigo kissed Aira's knuckles. "You survived a storm you've never met, I'm so grateful" Erigo said. "I think your parents would abuse me, or force us to break up or something"
"My father did it" Aira said with a grin. "But my mother defended me" he said again.
"I have to thank your mother" Erigo said.
Aira smiled sweetly.