Dark Autumn's

06. Hope

Something, if forced, would be a burden. Heavy loads that dominate all the work systems of the body, trying hard to accept but all of it is rejected free.

It is unacceptable that even if it hurts some fragile part of a person, it is really painful. Even more painful than an attempt to end your own life.

The sound of the clattering of steps was heard getting closer and closer, the long hair tied up was then rolled up. The nose is sharp, the netra with pliable eyelashes, the eyebrows are firm but form a perfect crescent, skin as white as snow. Her paras ayu is absolutely perfect.

"Papa... " Sapa Lea broke the silence of the warm room temperature.

John was sitting on a long sofa in a room overlooking the garden next to the house. The flowers are still blooming, impressing every eye that looks.

The man looked only three o'clock. Then he looked back at the garden and linked his gaze to a red rose that was still budding.

Lea carried her cushion sitting on the same sofa as her father, then wrapped her arms around his waist and leaned her head against the fragrant shoulder she loved so much.

No conversation for a while, until the rain starts to fall. It seemed to represent the mood of the man.

"Now tell me what should you do?! "

His voice was hoarse, his intonation was so sad, his gaze was blank; desperate. Lea did not take off her embrace and remained leaning back while smiling bitterly.

"Nothing! You just have to be present and give your blessing that day! "

"Do you know what the consequences of your decision are? "

Actually Lea did not know anything that would happen because she was not a psychic who could predict and see the future easily. But he had faith that his decision was the best course, even if it was just nonsense.

The nonsense created on top of a ridiculous deal, Lea buried her face in the father's arm.

"I'll be fine papa...! "

The man's face was full of regret.

"If you had told me this sooner, and you didn't bring me here. This wouldn't have happened!"

Lae nodded slowly, though holding back the cry might be the best way. Trying hard and accepting may be the right reason to strengthen yourself.

"Lea's gonna be okay, Dad, so don't ever blame yourself like this! It's Lea's decision! Trust Leah, and never tell her this! Leah didn't want you to worry! "

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"Married and give me the offspring that will lift the curse! "

Lea was wide-eyed, stopping her steps that were already close to reaching the doorway. The glow of light seemed to vanish, the binaries started to blur. His body trembled, his fingers clenched firmly on both sides.

Damnit damnit!!

The girl clad in peach-colored dress turned around and found Val's serious face staring at her.

"That's all?? " challenge, then recite. "I'll give you a lot!"

"I just need one!"

Lea chuckled in agitation, what was driving her to laugh like that mouse squeak. But honestly his heart was scratched. The young man wanted to marry her only to remove the curse that had been debating himself and his group. So selfish.

"Why? Wouldn't much be better! All will be free from that damn curse!! " he said while rubbing rough one tear drop that shot without cue and wet his cheek.

Val stands up, maybe what is on his mind right now is just a sense of wanting to end all the bad luck that surrounds his life. But seeing the girl sobbing, Val pulls her into a hug that might make the girl shiver. Slowly swiping the mane tied high and featuring a marble neckline.

"I can't say it now! But you need to know, something's gonna happen to you after we give birth to our first child! "

Lea stopped her crying, not returning Val's cold embrace. Just inhaling the scent of Chamomile that was emanating from the young man's body. The smell is soothing, and also makes Lea's sense of smell more asking for longer to enjoy.

"Am I going to die? "

Val had a successful silence, there was nothing he could explain even though everything that was a secret had to be kept tight. Is that right, isn't it? His eyes closed feeling another sensation he had never felt on his dead body all this time - Warm.

Val pulled himself up then looked at Lea who was still down, holding back the burst of emotion item times.

"Do you know what sacrifice means?! " call Val suddenly. "You will live in peace."[].