ONE SUMMER NIGHT'S

Am I really getting married?

"Do you have a lover?"

Sea was silent, he did not have a lover. But he has someone who can make his heart beat at any time just by remembering that person. Even he could have answered 'no' right then and there. But why is it so heavy, his tongue immediately complained, to the point of not being able to answer even just one word.

"Sea?"

"No" replied Sea bowed.

"It's good to hear it."

"Why?"

"Yes. I had a chance to think if I had made a mistake by taking you to lunch and making your lover misunderstand. Thank God you don't have a boyfriend. What a relief."

Sea again only replied to her with a single smile and was reluctant to comment on anything. And if only Dex asked me another question about himself liking someone. Perhaps he would answer 'Yes' without hesitation.

"Sea."

"Yes, Brother."

"Are you comfortable with me?"

Sea hold the spoon and fork quite tightly. He could even guess where Dex's question would end. Nothing could make him feel much more comfortable than being on Ruel's side. Even though they never spend hours. However, the few minutes they passed by were enough to make Sea feel comfortable and happy. I don't know what's wrong with his feelings.

"Hmm, it's pretty comfortable."

"Really?"

"Yes. Big brother's a good man. I guess whoever is on Big Brother's side now will definitely feel the same."

Dex smiled again, looking at Sea.

"Don't you mind having lunch with me a lot?"

"Of course, if I have free time. I don't think it's a problem just for lunch."

"What about dinner?"

"Should it?"

"Yes." Yeah."

"Why?"

"I'm sorry, if I became greedy and wanted you to always accompany me. Even if it's just lunch and dinner. Does that sound childish too?"

Sea shook his head slowly before coming back down, stuffing a single piece of stiek into his mouth.

"Didn't you have someone to accompany you?"

"No. All this time I have always lived alone, therefore, I am quite bored to continue spending time alone, being at a dining table alone, talking only by cellphone to discuss work issues only. Nothing interesting, very boring. This is the first time I've eaten with someone. And that's quite happy."

Sea was silent again. He never knew if a Dex Petrucci who looked so perfect always spent time alone in loneliness.

"Difficult to believe," Sea replied putting down his spoon and fork. "I thought, Big Brother who looks so perfect will never feel lonely, Big Brother can get whatever he wants, will not be alone because many want to be with Big Brother."

"Yes. If only I could force them to stay by my side. And, if only I could buy as much happiness as I wanted. I wouldn't mind spending my fortune on happiness. How much is that."

"Is Brother okay with such a life?"

"Yes. I'm used to it. I should have gotten used to it. However, I somehow started wanting someone to stay by my side. And the strange thing is that I'm starting to dislike loneliness when I get to know you, I want you to stay by my side, Sea."

Sea silently looked at Dex, until their gazes locked onto each other. He never wanted to make the man feel comfortable by his side. He even felt that he had never done anything to impress her. But what's going on now? Was it her fault for accidentally making Dex feel comfortable by her side? Then what will be the continuation of their relationship, while there is only Ruel in his heart and memory now. Will everyone understand and accept that?

"What's wrong? You look jumpy?"

"I just feel scared."

"Fearful?"

"What if I'm not what you expect?"

Oskan stared silently at Sea.

"I'm not as good as you think."

"You sound insecure, Sea."

"Well and as bad as you are, let me judge it. You don't have to say anything about yourself, 'cause I'm the only one who can see it. And in my eyes, you're a perfect girl."

"Didn't Brother go too far in judging me?"

"I told you, I have the right to judge what you are like. And that's my judgment of you."

Sea was silent again.

"And it looks like I have to admit something to you."

"What's that?"

"I like you, Sea."

Silent.

No words came out of Sea's mouth, and neither did Dex. Until a few minutes passed.

"You don't have to answer. I just want you to know how I feel about you."

"Did you know that confession weighs on me?" honest Sea.

"I'm sorry, but I have no choice but to confess my feelings. I feel like I can't hold it anymore. Once again forgive me if this confession has burdened you, Sea."

"No need to apologize" Sea said before sipping his mineral water.

No longer have appetite now, and only silence with the anxiety that now fills his heart. Even after lunch they ended. Sea would only reply as if getting a question from Dex, and smiling when he heard a joke from the man, the rest was just silence accompanying them along the way home. Even Sea kept silent when they got home, and chose to go into his room and sleep. Let Oskan speak to his father.

"What about your relationship? Is everything going well?" asked Mr. Theodoric, sitting on a single sofa as usual, while enjoying a cup of coffee.

"Yes. Everything's fine. Sea sweet girl."

"She was like her mother" replied Mr. Theodoric, smiling when he heard the praise from Dex regarding his daughter, and it was not the first time Dex continued to praise Sea before him.

"Uncle Ric."

"Yes." Yeah."

"There's something I want to ask my uncle."

"Say."

"Does Uncle mind if I propose to Sea right away?"

Mr. Theodoric fell silent, staring at Dex who looked very serious. Quite surprised because it was unexpected that Dex would formalize their relationship so quickly than expected.

"Why so suddenly? Did something happen?"

"No. Just now, I want to quickly make Sea my wife, in order to protect and protect her."

Mr. Theodoric fell silent a few seconds later.

"Are you sure of your decision, Dex?"

"I'm pretty sure, Uncle. I had even thought about this long before I met Sea. And after meeting her, I became more and more convinced of my decision and desire. I'd like to propose to Sea and marry him, if Uncle gives me my blessing."

Charllote placed a cup of tea on the table with great care, though he did not intend to hear the conversation between Dex and Mr. Theodoric about Dex's intention to propose to Sea. But he had no other choice. It is impossible to close your ears and pretend not to hear, although it is quite surprising for him, as well as feel happy because eventually Sea will be married by a perfect man like dex Petrucci.

Is the young lady going to be okay and accept this favor?

Charllote again stepped cautiously towards the pantry, and sat pensively there. After all, Sea had been considered like a child for him, even before he died, the late Elmire had time to send a message to him in order to keep Sea well. And it was only natural that Charllote thought highly of Sea's feelings now.

Until the next minute, when Charllote decided to see the condition of Sea in his room. Moving away, before his footsteps were restrained when he found Sea standing behind the wall. Silent with a face filled with sadness, even looks confused and restless when accidentally heard a serious conversation between Mr. Theodoric and Dex there.

"Young lady, you ...."

"Is that all true?" asked Sea who was still standing, clenching his two palms tightly, clearly holding something that made him even more breathless.

"Young lady."

"Am I really getting married?"

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