I'm the Unacknowledged

Adoption

Bu Maria's heart seemed to stop beating hearing the confession of the old man who, when seen from his clothes, was certainly not an ordinary man.

"What do you mean?" mother Maria asked with a feeling that began to rumble. His mind began to drift on presumptions. Could it be that this man was a relative of Miki? insinuations

"I mean it's clear, Mom. I have left the baby here, and I will also be responsible for my actions by asking for adoption rights against the child" Hanzel said.

"Basic people are not sane!" the snort of Bu Maria who was increasingly upset by the meaningless words of her uninvited guest.

"Dhh...."

Mr. Hanzel sighed. There was no point in also arguing with a middle-aged woman who was sitting gracefully in front of him.

"That's it, Mom. I came here to atone for my sins in the past. Intending to help a poor girl, I took the life of a little baby who was supposed to grow up in a family. And that baby is Miki, the child that my adopted son will adopt" Mr. Hanzel said.

"Lifting child?" said Maria, surprised. "Ish, what else is this? Please don't be so long-winded, sir. Truly I do not have time to serve your silliness," continued Miss Maria began to growl.

"All right, honorable Mother Mary. Once again I say, let's just say this is my penance for the child. I beg you very much, please give custody of Miki to my adopted son, Argha," said Mr. Hanzel, clenching his palms together.

"So, lord Argha Son of Adisastra is your son?" asked Miss Maria with great emphasis.

"Right," replied Mr. Hanzel briefly.

"Huh, against the background of you claiming to have dumped Miki here, how could I possibly grant adoption rights to your son. Never mind, your son is as depraved as you are" said the cynical Miss Mary.

"So, speak to you, Madam!" exciting Maxi. "Geez, good thing you're a girl, if you're a boy, I've ripped your mouth that spicy!" continued Maxi furious.

Miss Maria just rolled her eyes, caught off guard with the words of a pretentious aide who always protected her superiors. Even if the boss does something wrong.

"I can confirm that Argha will treat Miki like a real father" Mr. Hanzel said.

"Hmm, it seems like you're pretty sure of that, sir. Is it okay, Argha is Miki's real father?" search Miss Maria.

"Don't misunderstand me, Miss Maria. Not good at prejudicing. The truth is, I brought Miki here at the request of her birth mother, Ilona. And that man, he's a friend of Ilona's. And I'm sure Ilona didn't just hand Miki over to Argha, but wanted to give her the best for the boy. I dare guarantee that Argha and Gintani will be very good parents to Miki" Hanzel said.

"Gilk?" repeat Miss Maria as she scrunched her forehead.

"Yes, Gintani. Wife of Argha."

Mr. Hanzel took out a photograph from his wallet. Apparently, it was a photo of Argha Gintani and the late Richard that he had taken during the party just once. A moment later, Mr. Hanzel handed the photo to Ms. Maria's hand.

The thin smile engraved on the second was the lips of Bu Maria when she saw the face of Gintani who was so soothing. The clear light that emanated from both eyeballs belonged to Gintani, as if to become a magnet for the middle-aged woman. For some reason, suddenly a belief appeared in his heart. Yep! Ms. Maria is confident that Miki will grow up to be a good person with her upbringing.

After seeing the photo of Gintani and Argha, the heart of Bu Maria was broken. In the end, he intends to hand over custody of Miki to Argha.

"Well, I'll reconsider your son's wishes. Looks like our conversation is over, sir. I don't think you should be told, 'D ya. .. Where is the exit of this room?" said Miss Maria exorcised her two guests.

"You?!"

Maxi stood up with a face that was already getting flushed red with anger. However, Mr. Hanzel gestured for Maxi to sit back down.

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After two days without news, Argha finally got a call also from the orphanage that raised Miki. Today, Miki's adoption papers have come out, and today Argha has been able to bring Miki out of the orphanage. Although there was little doubt in Argha's heart, Argha continued his intention to adopt Miki.

"Come on Miki, we're home!" take Argha to the little boy.

Miki did not answer. However, he also did not dispute Argha's invitation. Before Miki leaves, she asks Argha for time to meet the nannies and her friends.

"Can I say goodbye to all my friends?" miki asked looking at Argha so coldly.

Argha nodded, he gave permission and allowed Miki to say goodbye to the parlors.

Miki went back inside. One by one, she greeted her friends and the nannies there. Miki approached Miss Maria. She hugged Mary tightly. Farewell tears began to trickle down both of her cheeks.

"Sst .. Don't cry, son! You are very lucky because there are people who are willing to take care of you. All right in your new place, son. Obey all the instructions and advice of your parents there. Most importantly, please do not behave strangely, which can harm yourself," said Ms. Maria, advising her foster son.

Miki was unable to say anything. All the sentences felt like they were gone when he realized that after all this, everything would feel different. Miki could only nod her head as a sign that she had understood Maria's words.

"Let's go first, yeah, Mom. I take good care of myself. Later if Miki has grown up and become a successful person, Miki will definitely come to this place again to visit Mom," said Miki.

Maria's mother was moved by Miki's words. He hugged Miki again.

After saying goodbye, Miki walked back to Argha. A moment later, he followed in the footsteps of Argha who had entered his car. His clear eyes stared blankly at the house that had been raising him for 7 years until it disappeared from view.

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For a moment, Argha took Miki to Mr. Hanzel's house. He wanted to say goodbye because he was going back to Indonesia.

"Please find your wife and child, son. Bring him here, Daddy misses him so much" said Mr. Hanzel.

Argha only smiled wryly at the request of his adoptive father. His heart was again sliced when he remembered the destruction of his household caused by his own friend.

"Argha do it, Dad" replied Argha.

Mr. Hanzel smiled, saying, "Do'a Daddy is always with you."

"Thank you, Dad. Then, Argha comes home first. Daddy take care of your health, don't get too tired and have a lot of thoughts too" Argha said.

'Yes, Son. Give Daddy my regards to your father" said Mr. Hanzel.

"Yes, Dad. Later Argha convey," concluded Argha.

Miki, who did not want to get out of the car, just rolled her eyes when she witnessed the pleasantries of the two men of different generations. He was caught off guard by Argha who could be friendly, but could afford to throw it away.

"Huh, hypocritical man!" miki said furiously as she stared intently at Argha.