
AUTHOR'S POV
Adrian was typing his dissertation in his study on the second floor when he heard the sound of a car stopping in front of the house. Adrian stops his job and opens a large window door leading to the balcony. He saw them. Lula and Nathan. They're in Lula's car. This is totally insane. Adrian batin.
Adrian couldn't see what they were doing in there. He only saw their shadows because the car glass was so dark. Shortly after, a car stopped in front of the house. Lula and Nathan are down. They talked for a while and held hands. Did I not see wrong? Adrian batin.
Adrian came down to the first floor with a stirring emotion. Lula just walked into her room. Adrian opens the door to Lula's room and enters there.
Lula turned her body towards him.
"What time is this?" adrian said in a high tone.
Lula threw her gaze at the wall clock. Twelve o'clock at night.
"I'm sorry I celebrated my birthday the same.."
"Just like him, right?" Adrian pushes Lula against the wall, squeezing him.
Lula who was asked like that was even confused. She who?
"Same.. Nissa, Hesti, Dion."
"You drinking??" Adrian gripped both elbows Lula. He must have smelled alcohol from Lula's mouth. His eyes showed disappointment.
"It hurts.." lula complained.
"I can't believe you're acting this stupid!" Shouted Adrian.
Lula covered her face, terrified. She cried.
"So who was your anter?? You think I don't know?!" Adrian holds Lula's arm too strongly, so Lula wants to break away, but Adrian still holds it strong. Lula continued to try until Adrian finally took off his grip, but it made Lula look to the side until Lula hit a table, causing some objects on the table to fall.
Lula was already in tears.
"Aw.." cried Lula while holding her aching waist.
"I don't like it when you meet him!" Adrian looked at Lula sharply.
"But we didn't meet on purpose.."
"So, who was at the hotel? You're saying that it's not on purpose either!"
Lula remained silent.
"He's my boss. I swear to God I'm not the same.."
"Don't bring God!"
Lula slumped to the floor. He hugged both knees, crying.
"I'm not doing it with him.. Or the same as everyone else." he sobbed.
"OKAY. Then try evidences."
"How'd it go?"
"You're resigning and you're not gonna see him again."
Lula wanted to protest, but her voice did not come out. He can only cry.
"Ga can, right?" Adrian exhales and exits then slams the door.
Lula knocks on Adrian's door, which a few weeks ago also became his room.
There's no answer.
Lula ventured to open the door.
Adrian was on the balcony, turning his back to Lula. His hands clutching the balcony pole. Sky overcast. The wind that was blowing pretty hard tonight blew on her hair and clothes. The moonlight showed his silhouette. Blonde hair, pointed nose, tall stocky body. It is like a statue of a god. Lula.
The fixated Lula started to come to her senses and walked over to her. He stopped when he was one meter away with Adrian. He put his hand on Adrian's back..
"Exit.." said Adrian flat.
Lula refrained from following her husband's orders.
"I just wanted to say.. I can't resign because.. It's my ideals. I worked hard to get to this position. I'm sorry I drank today. I forgot you.."
Lula stands behind Adrian.
Adrian turned his head to the side, looking at Lula from the tail of his eyes.
"I said get out. Now." he said half growled.
A drop of water escaped Lula's eyes.
He wouldn't even listen to my explanation as if I wasn't important. How much I have no price in his eyes. Did he ever consider me his wife? Did he ever want me?
Lula was about to open her mouth again, but immediately paused her intention. He turned the body fast. He rushed to his room. It was so filled with sadness mixed with anger.
He wants me out? Okay. I'm going out. From this house.
In the room, he opened his closet. He pulled out a big suitcase. He put his original clothes there. He wiped away her tears that were flowing. He did not want Adrian to see that he was a pathetic person.
Lula determined. He wanted to separate for a while. He wants to calm down. He wants to rediscover his pride. With Adrian, he is only an object that is only visited when needed. His words were not heard. He is tired of fighting alone for this marriage while Adrian never wants to talk to him.
Lula rushed out of the room while carrying her suitcase. He wanted to get the keys to his car, but hesitated. The car is a wedding gift from Adrian. I'll return it later. Inner Lula while taking the key. He walked quickly outside the house.
He opened the trunk of his car and put his suitcase there. He got into the steering chair, started the engine, and sped away. He doesn't know where he's going. He needs time. To calm down and at the same time to teach Adrian that he does not deserve to be treated like this.
Lula knew she couldn't tell her parents. Especially in his father-in-law. He does not want to hear anyone's advice. He just wants to be alone, lamenting his failed marriage. Lamenting loneliness. Married but always alone.
Lula drives while crying. He wipes his tears occasionally. He never thought that the man of his choice would make him sad.
Lula finally went to the hotel. Hyatt again. Favorite hotel. Maybe if it takes a long time alone, he has to rent an apartment. He checked in, then entered the room. He laid his body on the king-size bed while hugging himself. Shortly thereafter, he fell asleep.
Meanwhile at home..
Adrian knows Lula is gone. He can hear the sound of luggage being dragged and the sound of Lula's car moving away from the house. He did nothing. He himself was also jealous. He didn't know why Lula was leaving. In her eyes, Lula was wrong.
- AUTHOR'S NOTE -
Hello, sorry readers! New author finished self-isolation..
Thanks for always waiting for me UP
Maybe in the future I won't be UP every day
Healthy always yes
Keep your distance, wear a mask!