Home For My Soul

63|Guard or Stalker

“Hei! There's people!” it was from inside the bathroom. But I didn't stop banging him from the outside. That door is open too. “What you don't—”

I held onto his shirt collar, then pulled and threw him against a nearby wall. The sound of the pain I don't gubris. “How many times do I have to say, stay away from me if you want to survive?” I said between my teeth.

“A-what do you mean?” He looked towards the entrance of the toilet.

“The two weak bodyguards fainted near the door. So, they won't come to help,” I said, understanding what he was looking for.

“I did our deal. I'm not close to you. You are currently touching me.” He took a deep breath. “Toliong—”

I immediately smothered his mouth with my hand. “Good. You are asking. Don't blame me if the media knows you were addicted to drugs first.”

I released him suddenly so he wouldn't have time to retaliate. I was away from the woman's toilet when she shouted my name. It's time I showed him what the consequences would be if he challenged me.

The timing wasn't right yet, but I couldn't stay still or she would think I was just giving an empty threat. To compete, the time to act is not fair. If he wants Grandma Theo's will ring, ask the owner. Don't steal from my hand.

The two men who have always helped me have also not been able to know his identity. Naturally, I don't have the money to hire the services of a private investigator. Did Brother Jericho pay them? Could be. Because he was busy working on the thesis, so he didn't have time to look after me.

“For a long time,” complained Theo who was waiting in the parking lot.

He also has a high possibility of sending people to look after me. But it's very strange. He was with me every day. Why would he waste money to pay those people? One more thing, the female stalker is also not known what the motive is.

I often saw him accidentally to check if he was still watching me. He still does. Only the two men were invisible. They are very good at hiding from people's eyes. Because Matt was also unaware of their presence. Were it not for me being attacked by people, I was sure they would never show themselves in front of me.

Other than Theo and Big Brother, who might send people to look after me? Ah, there's no way Matt would do that. I'm just his teacher. Papa and Mama won't spend money to pay for a private bodyguard or stalker. Could they be Aunt Ruth's man?

“What's up?” A hand was waved in front of me, breaking my daydream. “Lo from earlier busy himself. I'm talking unanswered.”

“Oh.” I blinked my eyes. I seem to be daydreaming. “What are you talking about?”

“From next Monday, you come with me, yes. Matt also won't be able to learn with lo,” he replied. He didn't force me to tell my daydreams. Tumbens.

“Where to?” my many.

“Let's also know,” he said, mysterious pretender.

The question was on the tip of my tongue, but I undo my intention to ask about the three people I did not know. If he hadn't paid for their services, he would have been worried when he found out that Chika had already attacked me twice. As much as possible, I avoid fighting.

Because of the incident on the previous morning, I was careful while jogging. Even though I was a little worried, I didn't want to miss a day of exercise. So, I chose a busy road with a longer running distance. That way, I don't have to go through a lonely road.

But a surprise was waiting in front of the fence where I lived. Unlike the previous incident, he came alone. I looked around me, looking for the black-clothed, big-bodied figure that was always with him. Characteristics of his personal bodyguard.

“Amarilis,” said, when I opened the fence, completely ignoring him. “A-I'm sorry. I promise I won't bother you anymore, but I beg you, don't tell anyone.”

“I can't trust you anymore,” I regret.

I knew he would break his promise, but I was willing to give him one last chance. That way, when he makes a mistake, I will not hesitate to drop him in front of everyone, including his arrogant parents.

Without waiting for him to leave, I entered the grounds of the house. While in the room, I saw the situation outside through the window. He and his car are no longer in front of the fence. Let's just take a look. He'll be nice how long and what other excuses he'll use to hurt me.

I don't know what show Theo was referring to, but he was right. Matt asked permission not to study on the mysterious Monday. I didn't ask the reason, because my student would say it if I needed to know. After all, I'm just his private tutor, not the official teacher in school.

Theo invited me to buy clothes that would match the suit's color. Just-there's. He turned down all the clothes I had that he had ever given me. There is a color similar to the suit. I was forced to comply, but I refused him new shoes and bags.

We went to his family's office building. There were already many cars parked in that vast field. Theo let the valet parking attendant take care of his car. There were so many people walking in the same direction.

Looking at the numbers the attendant picked on the elevator, I understood. His family held an event on the roof of the building, where the beautiful garden was located. I turned towards Theo, but he just kept quiet, looking at the flashing numbers in front of him every time we passed floor by floor.

“Wow!” the people around us cried as the door to the roof opened.

There was a large tent placed at some point. Only the plants in the pot are moved, the rest remain in place respectively because the container is permanent. Small sized pots are hung on the ceiling of the tent and creeping plants adorn each support pole.

The scenery around us is very romantic with lights installed at several points. Large tables are in all tents surrounded by chairs. Each table is filled with flower vases, plates, glasses, and complete tableware.

People approached the available seats, but Theo took me to the biggest tent. His family was there with some people I didn't know. Only the Chika family can I recognize right away. Both her parents frowned at me, but the girl smiled sweetly. A smile that seemed clearly forced.

Aunt Ruth closed her lips, not liking to see me coming with her son. But he did not say anything, nor did he refuse my helping hand to congratulate me. He must have kept his attitude so as not to be ashamed in front of the guests. Theo took me to sit at the table for his family.

“I can't—” I said, refused.

“Sit,” the command firmly.

Everyone knows she and Chika are engaged. Although there were no journalists, what did the invitees say to see him sitting side by side with the girl who was not his fiancee? I saw some people start whispering with their partner or friends while looking at us.

“Sit, Brother. Don't just stand,” take Matt who's sitting next to me. “Evening will be served soon.” He patted her stomach.

Then I also obey. Theo sat to my right, and Matt to my left. My good-natured student made me feel at ease with her casual chat. Theo hit him on the head as he instead discussed the subject matter that troubled him.

“Kak Amarilis is my teacher. What's wrong with asking?” Matt rubbed his head.

“Not here. I'll help you later at home.” Theo placed his index finger in front of his lips.

Event commences. I also found out from the host that this is the wedding anniversary celebration of Om and Aunt Husada. How could I forget it? It's not like a year has passed since Matt and I had a duet entertaining guests before the show began.

Unfortunately, my relationship with my husband and wife was ruined because their son chose me to be his future wife. Papa and Mama Katelia will also be angry if Kak Nolan chooses a woman who is not equal to be his girlfriend.

Theo left me when the host asked him to join his parents. Matt was with him too. They'll take a bite of cake from their papa and mama. Harmonious family, Chika deserves to be a part of them.

“Amarily?” ask someone from my left. He's sitting on the chair Matt left behind. “Is this right you?”