LOVE BEHIND THE VEIL

96. Not believing in love

In a Bar, a woman and a man sitting facing a long bar table, on top of which there are various kinds of alcoholic drinks ranging from cocktails, Gin and so on. The woman sat down with an agitated look, she kept twirling the drink glass, without caring about the man beside her.

" It's Van, you don't have to think too much about it, just relax ". Said Danu while holding down his glass of Gin. Stevani stared at Danu sharply.

" What did you say, just relax ? you think I can still do that, when all your men have been caught by Gavino's men, aren't you afraid of death huh?, he's a very cruel man, he's a very cruel man, he's not just gonna let us go". Stevani murmurs, annoyed with Danu who is too relaxed to address their problems.

" If I hadn't followed your plan to harm that woman, maybe none of this would have happened. Gavino must be looking for me right now. Ahhh....!! you're a real jerk Danu ". Stevani ruffled her hair.

" ha's..Ha......!! Relax Van, didn't you say he loved you so much, he didn't even trust anyone but you?, I'm sure this time he forgave you anyway, you're looking for a reason enough to convince him ". Say Danu, smoke a cigarette, then exhale the ceiling. Stevani flicked her lips, hearing Danu's words.

" Hhaahhh....!! It doesn't seem like it's that simple, but this time it won't be easy for me to keep believing in me ".

" Especially since that damn woman came into her life, I've seen a lot of changes in Gavino, she's not the same ". Said Stevani, with eyes full of hatred. Danu pulled the corner of her lips, smiling cunningly.

" Heeii..Why don't you become so confident like this hhmm?, aren't you the one who knows Gavino better than the woman who has the status of his wife now?, what else do you yourself say, if Gavino has never touched even a look at his face. So you don't have to worry. I'm sure even this time Gavino, still on your knees, he won't hurt you. Take it easy, we better enjoy tonight ". Danu smiled flirtatiously at Stevani, then wanted to kiss Stevani on the nape. Stevani quickly placed his index finger beside Danu, then pushed him away.

" Stop doing this right now, I'm not interested ". Stevani said, staring at Danu giving a warning.

" Come on Van, what else are you afraid of. Trust me, Gavino won't kill you. I'm sure you're capable of handling this problem. You're a goddess capable of flirting with every man you want ".

" Or are you afraid of falling in love with Gavino, that you're so anxious like this ?". Danu asked, As Stevani's laughter exploded, hearing Danu's question.

" Love ? didn't you think about your question first, nu ?". Danu raised her eyebrows, looking at Stevani who was laughing like a possessed person.

" Why are you laughing, something is funny?, besides my question is, very ordinary and natural, considering your relationship has been established for quite a long time. Don't you have the slightest taste in him ?". Said Danu, surprised by the response given Stevani.

" I laughed because your question was so funny. Have you forgotten, since when do I believe in love?, it's just nonsense, if I ever say that word, it's definitely just a cradle, to look convincing. Love does not exist, there is only lust under the guise of the word love ". Stevani said, along with smoking cigarettes that are in his search.

" Our relationship was a long one, but I didn't use feelings at all in our relationship, let alone that she had such a cold and indifferent attitude, I don't want to get caught up in a feeling that makes me almost crazy again. I just don't want to lose her, I want her to remain mine without any marriage ties ". Stevani said, laughing again. Danu just nods her head at Stevani's words, Danu knows the reason why Stevani doesn't want to use feelings in every relationship, maybe because of her past, until she erases the word in her life, but no one knows the truth no, the affairs of the heart only the person himself knows. Thought Danu.

" You're too selfish and greedy Van, but I like ". Danu said smiling obliquely, without seeing Stevani, he touched the glass surface in front of him, using his index finger to follow the shape of the glass surface. Stevani smiles.

" Yes, life should be selfish, not ". Stevani said casually. And taken by Danu.

You have to hold Gavino tight, Van, very tight. Because I'm gonna use you to destroy it. If only the damned woman hadn't come, maybe the jerk was dead by now and asleep on the ground. I'll make sure Gavino gets something he can't forget for his humiliation of me. Inner Danu. On that night Danu had set up a sniper unbeknownst to Stevani to kill Gavino, but unfortunately, Danira saw the man who was about to shoot Gavino, so she ran towards Gavino, who had been killed, the shooter loses his focus. Knowing that the man failed, Danu became angry, and began to think of other ways.

" Do you know where the man who made your life look like this Van ?". Danu asked, hearing that, Stevani immediately halted her laughter, glanced at Danu at a glance, then quickly Stevani threw away a glance at the direction.

" No, I don't know ". Stevani replied nervously, then picked up a cocktail glass and held it up to the toilet.

" Don't talk about it anymore, you better tell me, why did you fail to get married?, was your future wife taken away by another man ?". Stevani said, marking danu, while asking the bartender to pour another drink kegelasnya. Danu just shut up, back drinking his Gin, then put the glass he held on the table tight, to cause a clanking sound, Stevani turned to look at Danu, she could see anger, he could see, the disappointment was so great from the eyes of his friend.

" Wow.it looks like my guess is right....Ha..Ha..Ha "'s ". Stevani said, then laughed without caring about Danu's annoyed look at her. Seeing Danu continue to look at him sharply, to make Stevani immediately stop his laughter.

" Okay...sorry!!, tell me, why did you fail to marry the woman you love so much, did the answer match my guess ?".

" I don't want to talk about it, so stop asking about that fucking relationship again ". Ketus Danu, who had been relaxed, turned creepy. Stevani nodded her head at a glance, knowing that Danu was uncomfortable with her question. Stevani chooses silence, enjoying his drink again, while thinking about what reason he will give Gavino.

Without the two of them noticing, not far from Stevani and Danu's seat, someone had been observing and recording all of their conversations. Feeling enough, the man stood up, tidied up the hat he was wearing, then left the famous bar.

***

After two days in the hospital, Gavino was discharged. Because there are no injuries that are too serious, only the recovery of bruises on the face, abdomen and Danira have also been asked by doctors to replace the bandage wound due to a shot on Gavino's arm. After traveling an hour, they have now reached the yard of Oma Baras house which really makes Danira amazed, very cool.

Who would have thought, in the village there is a very large house, and has a spacious and beautiful courtyard. There is overgrown with various kinds of flower plants, fruit trees and shady trees, making the atmosphere of the house more beautiful. Instantly Danira again remembered the boarding school where he grew up as well as studying.

" Mister, our Lady has arrived ". The driver told Gavino and Danira.

" Thank you sir ". Danira. Gavino remained silent, not saying anything, he very much came to his Omanya house. Seeing her husband there was no movement, made Danira look up and see the flat face of her husband.

" What's the matter?, why does my face look like this, does something happen?, or does my arm hurt ?". Danira asked worried.

" I'm fine, I just don't want to go in ".

" Why ?

" Cckkk....!! you don't need to know the reason anyway, let's see this place. Very boring, this is one of the reasons why I never came to Oma's house, the place is quiet, in the village, far from everywhere, no entertainment place, really a boring place. I wonder why Oma would move to a place like this, while I could buy a much bigger and more beautiful house from this house ". Gavino murmured, looking through all the parts of the building in front of them. Danira shook her head, hearing Gavino's reply.

" If I'm old, maybe I'd prefer to live in a place like this too. Spending my old time, in a quiet, cool place. While waiting for the arrival of my children and grandchildren come to visit. Ahhh...!! it must be very fun and happy". Danira said, imagining her beautiful future, in the place of her dreams. Hearing Danira's words, Gavino turns his head to look at Danira.

" So you want to have an old age house like this too ?".

" Shemm...!! Of course, no one would not want to live in such a comfortable place like this. Except for Gavino, right ?". Danira replied, without seeing Gavino who kept looking at her.

Geck..

Geck..

Knocking on the car window, turning the couple's eyes, Danira saw a woman standing right in front of their car door. Danira opened the door, followed by Gavino.

" Asalamualaikum". Greetings Danira politely.

" Waallaikumsalam, you're Danira huh ?".

" Yes, I am Danira ". Answer Danira gently.

" I am Santi, sister of your mother-in-law ". He said, introducing himself, extending a hand.

" Ah, sorry my aunt doesn't know ". Danira said shaking and kissing the back of Aunt Santi's hand.

" It's okay, isn't this the first time we met, so it's only natural that you don't recognize Auntie.

" She...!!". Sapa Gavino who just got out of the car, approached and kissed the left and right cheeks of her aunt.

" Vin, how are you doing now, is it better?, or is anyone still sick ?".

" Already Tan, this is just a small wound ". Said Gavino casually, Aunt Santi nodded his head.

" Danira...?, can you hug you ?".

" Of course Aunty ". Danira answered, Danira gladly accepted her husband's aunt's request. He stepped closer to Aunt Santi, then Aunt Santi hugged Danira with affection.

" Tente is so happy to meet and hug you like this, sorry when you married Auntie could not attend. Understand Oma is already sepu, already can not go too far. Especially at that time, Oma was also being treated at the hospital ".

" It's okay Auntie, Danira understands. What matters now is that we have met ". He answered, developing a smile behind his veil. Aunt Santi clasped Danira's hand, then looked at her.

" Thank you for accepting Aunt's niece, who's shaped like this ". Gavino saw her aunt upset, Danira just smiled amusedly looking at her husband's pouting face.

" Tente hopes that you will continue to accompany her, although it will not be easy to face this aborted baby, but Auntie really hopes that you can turn her into a much better man. Because Auntie's sure only you can ". Danira turned her head back to look at Gavino, who put on an increasingly sour face due to the words of Aunt Santi who named her the baby.

" God willing Aunt, Danira did not promise. But will try to be a good wife to my husband ". Aunt Santi smiled at Danira's reply, while Gavino glanced at Danira at a glance and turned her eyes around again.

Being a good wife means she has accepted me back. Eemmm why her voice was so adorable when she mentioned my husband's words. Gavino murmurs in the heart.

Aunt Santi hugged Danira "Ra...!! whatever you hear or see inside, don't be a burden and take heart. Just focus, the goal is to come here to please Oma. If there are hurtful words aimed at you, do not be ignored dear ". Said Aunt Santi gently, while stroking Danira's back. Danira frowned confusedly. Don't understand why Aunt Santi said this. Danira was silent, she chose to answer using her head slowly. Aunt Santi let go of their embrace, then turned her eyes to Gavino.

" Why are you smiling so Vin, kesambet ya ?". Aunt Santi asked, astonished to see Gavino's strange behavior. Danira looked at her husband.

" No, who's smiling. Auntie wrong look at times ". Ketus Gavino dodged, again put on his flat face again.

" Remember Vin, you have to take good care of your wife. Don't let you hurt her again, for the sake of that cheap woman. If until yesterday's incident happens again, then your little sister will cut Aunty, then Aunt made piranha fish food ". Threaten Aunt Santi, while demonstrating her finger-cutting. Gavino was upset.

" Yes.yes, yeah, okay. Can we go in now, my legs have been very sore standing since. Did you forget that I was still sick ?".

" So you said it's okay, it's just a small wound. Just a few minutes ago I was complaining. Grubby...". Take Aunt Santi, take Danira, go through Gavino.

" Hhaahh...!! you woman, that's a bitch ". His murmur followed the two women from behind.

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