Last Choice

8. Disappointment

Plaaaa........

One hard slap landed onto Marinka's cheek. The girl staggered happily Marvin swiftly held her back so as not to fall.

Lord Louis's face was red with anger. Next to him was Mr. Mike trying to calm him down.

"Louis... Calm yourself. Let them explain. Don't be like this". Said Mr. Mike who deliberately came there after getting news of the commotion from some colleagues. Waiting for their two children to ask for an explanation.

But the one who was waiting just came home after midnight. With the same condition both are confused.

After getting slapped for the first time in her life, Marinka is stunned in disbelief. His father slapped him even when he had not five steps into his house.

Tears are down for the umpteenth time. The issue can't be held back anymore. He was stunned that his father slapped him without giving him time to explain anything. Surely his Papa's coworkers told him what happened at the party. Marinka dropped her body on the floor. The swelling on his feet no longer felt.

Marvin reflexes to calm Marinka down. Holding the shoulder of his best friend who was wrapped in his expensive coat. Which Marvin gave forcibly to cover his body parts.

"Uncle... I can explain... ". Marvin looked up to talk.

" No need, you'll definitely defend him. He disappointed me".

" Even he was the first to not believe me. "the inner Marinka was sick.

Mr. Mike beckoned Marvin to shut up first. Marvin nodded thinly.

Aunt Elly who witnessed the incident from behind the kitchen door was unable to stem her tears. The 60-year-old has been babysitting for Marinka since she was a year old. And already considers Marinka like her daughter.

" What did you do to embarrass yourself there? Why didn't you tell me you weren't with Thomas? If he doesn't want you, back off. Don't bother. You're embarrassing papa". Mr. Louis shouted in anger and annoyance. Marinka. Marvin was still holding onto Marinka's shoulders shaking in tears.

" papa... That's not true. They all misunderstood. I'm not teasing him. He locked me in the toilet. He's the one who bothers me". Obviously Marinka sobbing.

"Look at you. How can you be there, in front of so many people in such a mess. Wanna put where papa hah's face is".

Marinka gripped the front suit with a tremble. His father was so angry that he saw his chaotic appearance.

What if he finds out that the clothes he chose are torn in some parts. It's gonna be even more angry than this. I don't know what other charges will be leveled at him.

"Marvin's... Where have you been. To the extent that you can't keep Marinka ". Asked Mr. Mike coldly as he stared intently at Marvin.

" I was... Mm.... Take Dania home first ". Answer Marvin.

" I'm sorry uncle, I didn't expect it to be like this ". Marvin said he felt guilty. He was still behind Marinka without shifting a bit.

" why don't you take Marinka with you? ".asked Mr. Mike full of probes.

" i..... ".

" Dani objected to me being with him..... ". Cut Marinka fast while continuing to stare blankly at her stuffing.

Marvin stared at the woman in front of him. The answer is really impressive. The two middle-aged men were just staring at each other.

" Well, get in your room and clean yourself up... Don't make a fuss again ". Said Mr. Louis firmly. Marinka stood up with difficulty helped by Marvin.

" Can I take Marinka on uncle's ride? ". Marvin Permit.

" Please..... ".said Mr. Louis without looking.

Marvin's holding Marinka. Suddenly came to a halt as the two middle-aged men stared intently full of probing. Marvin abandoned his intentions.

Marinka has no power to speak. Just a feeling of fear when he saw papa and uncle staring intently.

"why is she...? ". Ask Mr. Mike sharply to Marvin. And start walking closer.

" i.... Accidentally hurt him. I'm sorry uncle.. ". Said Marvin swallowing his saliva heavy. He knew Uncle Mike was more worried about Marinka than Mr. Louis.

Of those small Mr. Mike is more overprotective towards Marinka. Never let Marinka get hurt in the slightest.

Mr. Mike approached them and pulled up the bottom of the dress. Look at Marinka's bluish, swollen legs. This must have hurt a lot.

"God, are you sprained?. Why is it this bad? ". Ask Mr. Mike to worry.

" Marvin keeps scolding me uncle.. He kept pulling me until I fell ". Marinka replied with a sob. He could be more open to Uncle Mike than with his own Papa. He was like a child complaining.

Mr. Louis glanced at it for a moment. There was a sense of pity to see his daughter like that. She wanted to hug him.

"aunt ella.... Take compresses. Bring the upper room ". Shouted Mr. Mike.

The so-called Menahut and hurriedly prepared warm water and a small towel. Also medicine box.

*****

Slowly Marvin put Marinka's body in bed aided by aunt Elly. Aunt Elly kept sobbing from earlier.

Wiping Marinka's swollen lip and leg face. Marinka took off Marvin's coat which was attached to his body.

"God .... ". Aunt Elly shrieked her mouth after seeing her young master's condition. Marvin just kept quiet seeing all that.

" It's okay bi.. This is nothing compared to my disappointment because no one stood up for me".Marinka said slowly but with great emphasis. Marvin's heart rippled.

" Even my own father doesn't trust me. Papa scolded me and slapped me for the first time bi ". Marinka started sobbing.

" Mister is very worried about you, dear .. Ever since you received word, you've been endlessly worrying about you ".

Marinka smiled wryly.

" Mister is shocked about the failure of your relationship and Mr. Thomas. You are afraid that after this incident no one wants to establish a family relationship with this family anymore. Remembering the incident was very embarrassing and witnessed by many people ". Obviously aunt elly long.

" I know bi... I failed a second time to build a relationship just because my family wasn't worth the guy I liked. My papa company, which is not as big as their company, has always been the reason they rejected me. They don't want to have a son-in-law who will be troublesome in the future".

Marvin pity Marinka. She has always been considered a materialistic girl. He is far from that word. She's a hardworking girl. In fact, his wealth can be counted. It's just that he always appears simple among business children.

"Marinka's.... Excuse me for coming home. Tomorrow morning I'll take you to the doctor ". Marvin said as he rubbed Marinka's head. Marinka reflex avoidance.

Marvin understood, he said goodbye to aunt Elly then passed from that place.

Aunt Elly who witnessed that could only observe the two young people with concerned gazes. Marvin finally disappeared behind the door.

"What's the problem? You had a fight with him? ". Ask aunt Elly while tidying Marinka's hair behind her ears.

Marinka. But then he covered his face with both hands. And cry out. Aunt elly hugged him.

" He accused me of not being. I'm mad at him, I hate that I'm disappointed auntie. He doesn't trust me ". Said sniffling.

" all right... Forget about this, baby. Rest up. Tomorrow you'll have to see a doctor ". Aunt elly said soothingly. Marinka nodded then broke down her body.

Aunt elly went out. Before closing the door, he looked back. Looking at Marinka behind a blanket that is still sobbing.

****

" how's Marinka doing? ". Ask Mr. Mike while drinking his coffee.

" He won't talk to me uncle".

"Why does he seem to be mad at you. He's not usually so angry ".

" mm that....... ". Marvin is hard to explain starting to rub his neck confused starting from where.

" that's Mike.. That's their business ". Cut Mr. Louis off later.

" I'm so worried about Marinka. He's so depressed. Don't you care about your daughter? ". Ask Mr. Mike to be upset.

" I'm the papa of course I'm worried. Moreover, my intention of marrying my daughter was ruined already. Now I'm starting to worry if I don't have anyone to look after her ". Suddenly Mr. Louis's voice changed.

" Uncle we're here.. We'll take care of him. Why do you think so anyway. My uncle will always be with us. There won't be anything bad uncle ". Marvin said calmly.

" You're also going to have a family there's no way you're going to continue with him ". Sir Louis said sadly.

" Marry them then "

" What's............".

TB

Saturday, 11 july 2020