Home For My Soul

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~Amarily~

I don't believe in my own eyes. A picture of me and Theo kissing in front of the office lobby adorns the screen. If it wasn't for the situation we're in right now, I would be happy to share that good thing with everyone.

We looked so washed away towards each other that I myself could not believe it was me with this arrogant boyfriend of mine. Theo hugged me with one hand, while the other was on my cheek. On the other hand, I hugged her waist until there was no distance between our bodies.

Even though his left hand was covering my cheek, everyone knew it was me. Because my face is clearly visible in his social media profile photo. Oh, dearGod. Anyone seen this photo? Did Mom and Dad know too? If not, Hercules will show them this.

“Death to me.” I rubbed my face with my hands.

“Gue first, then you can die,” chirped that annoying guy.

Norman is my boss, period. Yes, he took me to lunch with his parents. It was because Aunt Wiryawan liked the way I played the violin, there was no other reason or intention. Her mother was happy to know from her husband that I was interning at their family company.

What we talked about was also the general things about my performance that they saw several times when I was invited to perform at a hotel or city hall. There are no personal topics, because they do not want to know my business outside of work. Not even my college problems they asked.

So, what did Theo see when we had lunch together that made him have to kiss me in front of Mas Norman? Oh, dearGod. I was so embarrassed when he got out of his car right behind Theo's. I think I'd just die my own boss watching me make out.

“Don't pick me up or take me tomorrow to the office. I'll take public transport like always. If you come, I will beat you until you don't follow me anymore. I've been quite embarrassed for what you did today,” threatened me.

“Gue has to go out of town tomorrow, but that doesn't mean I won't be monitoring you. Just be careful if I hear you close again with Norman.” He glanced at me before looking back towards the front of the car.

“You will be ashamed of yourself later because you have accused me carelessly.” I crossed both hands in front of my chest, annoyed by his excessive jealousy.

But when I got to the front of the house, I didn't refuse when she gave me a good-night kiss. I even kissed her more freely because there was no one around us. Why am I always this weak when faced with him? Does love leave everyone helpless near their loved ones?

Wait, whoa. Of love? What are you thinking, Kat? You love Theo, you haven't reached the stage of love. It was a very big feeling and the responsibility was also heavy. Yeah, I just love Theo, not love. Sweetheart also makes someone weak.

“Jaga distance with Norman and any man, do you understand?” He caressed my cheek. “If you still dare to be alone with other men, you will not I let out of the house to meet anyone until we get married.”

“Theo—” I strive to give understanding.

But he got out of the car without listening to my response. Not wanting to end the day with a fight, I don't argue with him anymore. I received a helping hand that helped me get out of the car, return his affection, and then get into the house.

Norman's office was out of town with his secretary, so I'm fully in charge of the work at the office. My job was very easy, checking email and printing all the files our superiors had signed, then handing them over to the division in need. They're coming to pick me up, so I don't have to get out of my room.

As much as possible, I avoid toilets or elevators during break times. I don't want to hear people talking about me anymore. I interned at this place to get good records for the sake of my academic needs. Because of Theo, I'm threatened with a bad reference.

That afternoon, I was able to get home sooner than usual. I had imagined I could finally process the data I received from him. After taking a shower and eating good food. Ah, naw. There's still bread Theo bought, I can eat that.

“I can't believe you're going to stab me in the back of this sadist,” said a woman who got out of her car parked in front of my residence.

I who was taking out the key from the bag raised my head and met Chika's eyes. His eyes were red, and so was his face. His nose was blooming with lips docked, and his hands clenched at his sides.

“You're fine, how can I stab you?” I speak in a naive tone.

“Photos and videos of you kissing my fiancee are spreading in various media. Are you shameless?” accuse him sharply. “If the ring is in your hand, I am his official fiancee. I'm the only woman he's going to marry, not you who's just his nafs filler!”

“Ck ck, Chika, Chika.” I shook my head. “You tried so hard by posting a photo of your message with him, but he didn't look happy once with you. Lookatme. Other people are frenzied about posting our photos and videos.

“Can you see Theo's facial expression clearly? He kissed me first, not the other way around. He who hugged me tightly, did not want to leave before I returned his kiss. Did he ever do that to you?” my tease.

He closed his lips, holding back the anger. It's obvious that he and Theo never make out. From the beginning, he was not good at theatrics. So, I can just heat it up, then he'll unlock his own secrets.

“She will do all that later when we are officially married. I'm a good girl, not a cheap girl like you. A respectable woman keeps herself only for her husband,” she said with her chin raised.

“You know what he says every time we're together? He loves me. He even asked my permission before kissing me. Do you want to know how her lips taste?”

“Shut! Don't talk anymore!”

His face was getting red. He has lamented me lowly, so I will not give him mercy. It's good that he calls me Theo's master nafsu. We were just carried away on that day, but we didn't cross the line.

Theo treated me with respect, even when there was no one around us. Although he was often nosy about stealing kisses from me, he did it to show his affection. No one should insult my girlfriend behind my back, let alone in front of me.

“You are indeed an official fiancee in the eyes of everyone, but do not forget, you are the choice of her parents, not her own choice, Chika,” I said, alluding to the important thing. “I'm sure I'm the only woman he promised marriage to, whereas you .. Surely only his parents assured you that you guys were going to get married.”

“I said, quiet!”

“You yourself came here to discuss with me about our fiancee. I didn't tie your hands or your feet, Chika. You can leave if you don't like my story.” I backed off and pointed around us with both hands.

“Stay away from Theo,” threatens him in a serious tone. “You have never seen what I would look like if anyone dared to take mine, Amarylis. Don't lure my emotions more than this.”

“Rather than you keep threatening me, why don't you talk to Theo? Ask him not to come see me again. Because it wasn't me who wanted this relationship, but her, Chic.” I deliberately put pressure on that nickname he hated.

“If you do not continue to seduce and tease him, there is no way he will come to see you again.” He looked at my body cynically. “Laki-blind men will not be interested to see a bad woman like you. I'm saying this as your ex-friend. Stay away from her, because you will never marry her. His parents sided with me.”

That's a fact I can't deny. I am the woman Theo chose, but I am not the one his parents approved of. My heart beats faster and my body trembles. Oh, dearGod. I'm afraid of losing him. As we headed for farewell closer, why did I fall on his charms even deeper?

“Don't do this again, Chic,” replied to me as she opened her car door. “You broke your promise by coming back to see me. Don't think I'm just giving you an empty threat about unlocking your secret.” I saw his hand on the doorknob trembling.

“Don't talk nonsense too in front of me who knows everything about you. Honorable woman, you say? Who are you lying to? You once slept with your sister-in-law for the sake of drugs. That's still one. There are many other lines of men you slept with during school.”

“Try it if you dare,” challenge. He smiled arrogantly. “Spread all that to my dad or mom. Let's see who they'll believe. You or me? You can also expose my past to mama Theo. Please.”

He's laughing a little. “Amarilis, you are not Katelia, no matter how hard you try. I can no longer threaten you. Your world and I are so different now. When you and I are juxtaposed, they will listen to me more. If you don't believe it, please just test the truth.”