Heart Thief

Wh why?

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Rein stared at his best friend's condition. The burly body that had been his protector, now lay weakly helpless. They were fine last night, but now everything is different. Rein could not hold back her tears. Especially when considering the status of Daren who entered the DPO (Search List of People) police officers. Rein doesn't know what the case is that's got Daren. If it's a robbery, maybe Rein's name is also listed in the DPO. Rein has to be careful. Do not let her meet her husband. It's possible he's the next target after Daren.

It may be time for them to get punished for their crimes all along, but Rein is still not ready to accept it. There was more of a child in her womb. Rein doesn't want to go to jail.

"Lo needs to heal, Ren. I promise you will fulfill your desire. Once you're free, I'll pick you up. We will run our workshop and restaurant together" Rein said in between sobs.

"I'm sorry, I can't help you. I am a traitor and unfaithful friend, but you definitely understand the same condition I am now. I don't want my son to be born in prison, Ren. I hope you apologize for my selfishness. I love you, Ren." Although Daren could not hear him, Rein was still speechless. Her tears flowed nonstop. Rein wiped it many times.

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On the other hand, in the hospital parking lot. Aska rushed down from her car. Walk half-running to reach the ICU room where Daren is being treated. However, as his body reached the hospital lobby, his steps were suddenly restrained when someone called out his name. He's the doctor in charge of treating Daren.

"What's up, Doc?" ask Aska curiously. His heart was so unsettled. His gaze was always fixed on the elevator door that could take him upstairs. The place Daren is. He hoped that Rein was one of the passengers on the elevator that came out of the door.

"Sorry, Sir. There is something I have to talk about about the condition of the patient named Daren" said Doctor Mala.

Aska was eager to reject the conversation, but as a police officer in charge of his custody, Aska asked, "Why with him, Doctor? Is the patient okay?"

"We can talk in my room, sir."

Aska sighed, trying to quell the unrest that was seeping into her soul. For the sake of duty, Aska had to put aside her personal interests first. He was forced to follow Doctor Mala to his office.

"The patient had quite severe injuries to his head, and now he has a hematoma or blood clots near the skull bone. The patient also had fatal bleeding that caused his brain cells to partially malfunction. So ... With a heavy heart I say, it seems like the patient is very difficult to save, sir." Dr. Mala explained while showing the results of Daren's CT scan. It is with great regret that the beautiful doctor declared Daren's miserable condition. He must be honest if the medical can not do much for the recovery of the patient. Only the miracle of God can bring patients back to their senses.

"Is there no way to make him come back to his senses, Doc?" ask Ask.

"We can do surgery, but the possibility of success is very small, because not only the head of the patient is damaged, but all parts of his body are also seriously injured. It looks like the patient suffered such severe torture, that his body was torn apart," said Dr. Mala.

Aska thought for a moment, before returning to throw his sentence, "Do your best according to the medical only. Even though he belongs to the DPO that is troubling the community, he is still a creature of God who must be saved. Whatever the outcome, it may be the fate of the suspect. As officers of the state, we're just doing our job."

Doctor Mala smiled hearing the wisdom of an Aska. "All right then, sir. We will do our best for the patient" he said with pride.

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At the same time, Aska who had finished talking to Doctor Mala walked towards Daren's room. His premonition was still strong if Rein must have visited his best friend. Aska knew Rein was very clever. The woman could definitely get information about Daren's whereabouts, after seeing her house burn down.

Rein momentarily paused his steps, as his two neutrals caught a dashing figure walking in his direction. Of course it was Aska. Rein who was wearing a hat immediately lowered his hat to block the face. His head slightly lowered as he crossed paths with the man.

A sigh of relief was thrown into the air, while Rein was able to pass through Aska without suspicion. He walked straight back as before. Deflecting Aska who walked in different directions with him.

"Wait!"

Rein gasped when he heard Aska's voice. Either spoke to whom, but Rein felt the word lead to him. However, Rein pretended not to hear and continued his steps. Move a little quickly, when there are steps approaching.

"Geez!"

Aska touched Rein's shoulder, making the woman tiptoe slightly. He did not expect that his disguise was so easily known by Aska. Just passing by for a moment, Aska could immediately recognize his wife.

Rein who did not want to be caught rebelled. His nimble hand immediately curled up Aska's hand, and pushed her hard. Aska fell to the floor, while Rein immediately fled.

"Rein, wait!" Aska's shout was not stirred at all, Rein just kept running.

Seeing that his superior was attacking, the two officers who were standing guard in front of Daren's room ran towards Aska. "Hurry up to the girl!" aska's word to both of his men. He also pursued his wife.

Rein ran without looking back, his goal was a stolen car that he deliberately parked on the shoulder of the road. Rein deliberately parked his car there, so it could be easier to escape when he was found out. Rein predicted that.

"Rein .. ah, shit!" Aska threw her fist into the air as she could not stop Rein's car darting through the streets. The two men of Aska were the same. They could only stare at the shadow of Rein's car until it disappeared from sight.

"We're after the car, sir," suggested one of Aska's men.

"No, our car is in the inner parking lot. It's impossible to chase that car," Aska refused as she caught her breath. His forehead was furrowing deeply like he was thinking of something. In his head revolved around many questions. Why was Rein so afraid of him? Why is Rein always looking for it? Even Rein did not give Aska a chance to speak. Wh why?

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...to be continued...