Neighbor Husband

Episode 47 - The Wall that Starts to Collapse

"Satria.." whispered Luke.

"Oh, Luke. Are you conscious?" satria said with a sweet smile.

Luke looked around in confusion. How did he get here? Why is there Satria? Ah, did he know everything? Luke looked at the guy in front of him with concern.

"Calm down, Luke. It's in the hospital. You are under the supervision of dr. Yunita," Satria explained. He wanted to hold the woman's hand, but she was arrested. He didn't want the atmosphere to be so awkward.

"Ah, Satria... I'm..." Luke pursed both of his lips. He couldn't say it directly.

"Sorry Luke. I was acting that way to you this morning. I was honestly surprised to hear that. But that doesn't mean I just believe it" Satria said, straightening up the matter earlier this morning.

"When I left you, my mind was screwed. I immediately found out the truth. But I don't think that it makes you sad and misunderstand me, too" Satria explained.

"No Satria. I was the wrong one. I'm not being honest with you" Luke whispered. "I'm so ashamed, if you know it," continued the woman.

"I understand. It must be too heavy for you to say it. But you should also know that my attitude is not playful either. My intentions are sincere and serious. I will accept whatever your circumstances," said Satria.

"Well..." Luke covered his face with both palms. He could not hold back the tears that kept pressing to flow out.

"Of course I won't force you, Luke. I'm not asking for answers right now either. Whether you want to get married or not, it's still your decision. What matters is your happiness. No one can intervene" said Satria softly.

"But... I'm..."

"Don't look down on yourself. Remember, everyone is beautiful by a different definition. You're perfect for me" Satria cut out Luke's words.

"Don't keep this up with me. If you do this, maybe my entire defense will collapse" Luke said with sobs.

Only this time he found a man who was able to cool and calm his heart, in addition to his father.

"I understand that it took you a very long time to treat that deep wound. So don't think about anyone else. For once, just be a selfish person" Satria said.

Luke doesn't say. His sobs were earthy with his disordered breathing. This was not a trauma, but a haru feeling that filled his chest. Is this really the answer to the prayer he always said?

*****

An hour before Luke fainted...

"Assalamualaikum, ma'am."

"Waalaikumussalam, Son. Did you hear you were in Austria?"

"Home home, Mom. Hm... How's Luke doing?" ask Satria.

"Heheh..."

"Basic brat. He said he missed you. But why prestige, anyway? Luke's not doing well, son. Hmm... How, huh?" said mother hesitated.

"Look, Mom. Actually I accidentally saw Luke's name on a patient with one of my colleagues. But I don't know it clearly. You know, right? There is a code of conduct that limits us" Satria said.

"Oh so. Actually, it's better told in person by Luke. But I can't keep it from you either. Before you make the wrong decision and get disappointed" she said.

Satria's heart skipped a beat hearing him. What really happened to Luke during his time?

"Son, Luke just had uterine surgery. He has uterine fibroids. More specifically submucosal fibroids. It was quite stressful and low self-esteem" said the mother.

"Ah, it turns out Luke just went through a very heavy thing alone. What about the psychiatric department? Does it have anything to do with the trauma she experienced?" ask Satria.

"Oh, you know the trauma?" said mother surprised.

"Yes, by accident." replied Satria.

"According to doctors, Luke had Rape Trauma Syndrome a long time ago. The longer it gets worse, and it leads to hypoactive sexual desire disorder. At the same time, he also suffered from agoraphobia. So he needs intensive care" said the mother.

Rape Trauma Syndrome: Rape trauma syndrome.

Hypoactive sexual desire disorder: a medical condition that indicates low sexual desire.

agoraphobia: crowd phobias, such as parties, playgrounds, malls, etc.

"duh... My poor son even always had insomnia, fainting, disorientation, trembling, nausea and vomiting" sobs the mother.

"Mom, everything that Luke experienced was very heavy and shook his mind. But all of this is not his fault. There was no reason to stay away from him" Satria explained.

"But, Son. You are a healthy and strong man. Your parents would have preferred you to have a healthy wife born and inner," said the mother.

"No, Ma. My parents would have been happier if I had really chosen a woman who fit my heart. I know them very well" replied Sarria firmly.

"If so, I'm very grateful, son. But all the decisions remain in Lukella's hands" the mother replied.

"Of course, Mom. I will wait patiently until Luke opens his heart" Satria said.

(Connected)

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