
“Thank you, Leen. Daddy knows that you can be relied on.”
Ayleen nodded while biting his lips. It was not easy for him to accept, as difficult as refusing Hutomo's request. All night thinking hard and praying until finally find the answer to everything.
“Daddy back Yaya. He's still too small to understand adult issues.”
“Yes, Dad.”
“Yaya is still plain. Treat her like your own daughter, Daddy assures . No one will ever know that Yaya wasn't born from your womb. He will only consider you his mother until that time comes. You have the option to hide or tell her she will grow up.”
“Yes, Dad.”
“Leen, what you feel for us, it will also Yaya feel for you later.” Veronica. “It doesn't matter who gave birth, but that sincere love and affection will stick in his memory. Trust me, if Yaya finds out, she won't turn away from you. You are his mother, you are his life, you are his world.”
The twilight-aged woman looked teary-eyed as she revealed her last sentence. Just like when bringing Ayleen into their family, now the girl also experienced the same thing.
“Yes, Mom.”
“Thank you, Leen. Mommy and Yaya.”
“Yes, Mom. I'll take my leave first. Yaya will wake up and look for me.”
If Erka was surprised by Ersa's presence, Ayleen also experienced the same thing. The girl was aghast, her feet frozen in the doorway as Ersa thrust her hand out and congratulated.
Just as he closed the door of the room, his second brother had already greeted me softly. The fake smile on the young man's lips could not cover the shock of the feeling that Ersa was now feeling.
“Welcome to the Hutomo Putra family, Sister-in-law.”
Ersa's voice sounded trembling. It's not easy for him to accept all this. Months of struggle in the end he had to give up. It's not easy for him, but he can't do anything either. God has written destiny, he can only live it.
“I understand.” Ersa looked at her hand that had been hanging since. Ayleen did not want to welcome him.
“Hopefully happy, Leen.”
“Thank you. I know I was wrong. But, I had no choice. I hope Brother Ersa understands my position. It's not easy for me either, Brother.” Ayleen bit his lip.
Ersa nodded. “Yes, Leen. I understand.” Ersa's smile seemed forced. The man struggled to keep looking tough and fine.”
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Erka had just finished the meeting and returned to her room when Ersa followed. Hutomo's second son was fucked up all day. His heart had been broken since morning.
“Ka, congratulations yes. Finally Ayleen received you.” Ersa stood in front of her sister.
“Okay.” Erka answered casually, threw a file on the table and sat down in her great chair.
“I can't say anything more. Decision already made.” Ersa closed her eyes, standing with her hands clenched. He was trying to toughen up. “I titip Ayleen, do not dare to hurt him. Remember, I'm always lurking. Ayleen cried, I make sure your life will be a mess,” threatened Ersa.
Erka raised her eyebrows, her lips opened and then her laughter echoed.
“You threatened me?” erka asked in between her laughter. He could not understand how Ersa dared to threaten him.
“Don't hurt him. I will take Ayleen out of your hand if he cries because of you! Remember that, I never mess around.” Both of Ersa's hands were clenched.
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