MARRIED
Calm Yourself
Julia drove the car fast. His chest felt tight holding back the overflowing anger. The head felt throbbing, his forehead seemed wrinkled trying to concentrate.
Strong gas was stepped on and the car was running faster. In his mind there was only one goal.
Various scenarios and words swirled in his head. He was angry, disappointed, confused and had no words that could express his feelings now.
Julia braked her car suddenly. He stopped in front of a house. Sighs deeply and regulates the rhythm of his still beating heart. He looked towards the house whose walls were painted white. A luxurious looking house with a beautifully manicured garden, making it even more beautiful.
But now Julia hesitated to enter the house. He closed his eyes. Still very clearly ringing in his ear this afternoon Theo told the name of the person who had photographed his friendship with Theo.
"You don't want to know who sent these pictures?"
"Actually I already know, Jul."
"really? Who is he, Theo?" julia asked for an answer.
Theo looked calm, he put a smile on the corner of his lips.
"Theo, please tell me now!" julia forced.
"Alright, but you have to promise not to act stupid."
"What do you mean you're acting stupid?" ask Julia who is impatient.
"I know you, Jul. I mean you don't go straight to this guy and get angry, "Theo said casually.
"Obviously I'd be mad. Who is he, Theo?" julia asked with emphasis in each of her words.
"Ehm ... He's Ben," Theo said, looking into Julia's eyes.
"Ben? How come? He .... " Julie couldn't go on with the words anymore. He himself was confused as to what he was going to say.
"Indeed Ben's the guy. The goal is clear, right?! He wants your household destroyed and you're back in his possession" Theo explained.
Julia just fell silent, digesting everything Theo said.
"Please calm yourself first. We let Ben do what's more. We'll wait and see what he does next" Theo said.
But Julia seemed unable to control the anger that was now starting to crack in her chest.
Julia stood up and left Theo.
"Sorry Theo, I'll go first. Thank you for telling me" Julia said in a hurry.
"Where are you going, Jul?"
Julia did not comment on Theo's question at all, she had half run away from Theo.
"Jul!" yelled Theo stifled. He did not want to make a scene in this cafe.
Theo sat back down. He took his drink glass, gulped it down until it was gone.
A faint smile fell on the corner of his lips. His satisfied face could not be hidden. He knew that this plan would work.
Meanwhile Julia got in her car and drove her to this moment, here she is.
The sky began to appear on the horizon. Slowly but surely, the day began to turn night. Julia poked her head against the steering wheel.
He was really stupid. He did not expect Ben to go this far. But if you think back, maybe Theo's words have a point.
He had to wait until he knew what Ben would do next.
Julia picked up a bottle of mineral water nearby. Sipped the clear water until it runs out unceremoniously.
He calmed himself down and finally his decision was made. He undoes his intention to reconfigure Ben on the subject of this photo. He will patiently wait.
As she was about to stop her car, Julia saw a car enter the gate of Ben's house.
Julia is still watching. He saw Ben get out of the car and walk to the other car door. He helps Nadine out of the car and breaks her up.
Julia saw Nadine walking limped and looked very weak.
Is Nadine sick? Isn't she pregnant?
Julia wondered in her heart. And after thinking he finally decided to find out his curiosity.
Julia gets out of the car and walks into Ben's house. At that time Ben and Nadine were still walking slowly on the porch of the house.
"Hello Ben, Nadine," said Julia.
"Hello, Jul." Ben greeted back, revealing a smile on his face.
"Hello, Jul. What are you gonna do here?" ask Nadine cynically.
Julia was silent, she herself was confused by her purpose in coming here.
"Oh ... You're happy now that you know I miscarried?" Nadine looks cynical and fierce.
"You miscarried, Nad?" Julia asked back, not believing what she was hearing.
"Nadine miscarried all night, Jul," Ben explained.
"Sorry, then I'm sorry Ben, Nad," said Julia sincerely.
"I don't need your sympathies, Jul." Nadine looks sour.
"Sorry, I'll go home first. Next time I'll come again."
Julia hurriedly moved away from Ben and Nadine.
Get in the car and get away from Ben's house.
Julia's hand trembled, not expecting Nadine to lose her baby. He felt sorry and sad. Why did Nadine look so angry at him?
Julia shook her head, she did not know why now Nadine was being cynical towards her.
Julia looked at her watch and was surprised when she found it had hit. 18.10.
He must get home quickly. He did not want Karel to worry about waiting for him to come home.
Julia increased the speed of her car to get home soon.
While parking her car in the yard, Julia frowned. The house looked pitch-black, not a single light was on.
Where is Karel? Why is the house dark and lonely?
Julia quickly got out of the car and searched for the keys to the house in her bag.
When she opened the door, Julia turned on the light switch and immediately the house was bright.
"Karel," called Julia while searching for Karel's whereabouts in every room of the house.
As he entered the bedroom, he saw Karel lying on the bed quietly.
Julia's heart was relieved. Gently touched Karel's arm.
"Darling, are you sleeping?" ask Julia.
Karel opened his eyes and looked around.
"What time is it now? Did I fall asleep?" asked Karel who looked not too conscious.
"Now it's almost 7 p.m. Do you still feel pain? Let's go see the doctor, yeah," Julia gently persuaded.
"I'm well, don't worry" Theo smiled and got up and sat down.
"Oh yeah, then I'll take a shower first. I've ordered food online for our dinner."
"Yes, I'll wait for him in front" said Karel then walked out of the room.
Karel felt his head hurt. He staggered, his hands reaching out for a grip.
Aahhrrgg ... It hurts so bad. But I must be strong! Julia can't know and let me endure it myself.
Karel slowly walked into his study. He quickly took a capsule. Taking a deep breath, Karel dispelled the pain that had struck his head.
He sat down on the chair and closed his eyes.
Things are now running through his head, especially his plans for Julia, his beloved wife.
He had to act immediately because maybe, he didn't have much time left.
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