Paying Karma Love

50 Heart Broken

How's Audrey doing now? Is she okay? I hope he gets into work tomorrow.

tristan thought he was worried.

Since morning, Tristan felt uninspired without Audrey in the finance division room. Today is the last day for him to work as a staff member. Tomorrow he will come as the new CEO of Oragon Group. Tristan was very hopeful that Audrey would be present at her welcoming ceremony. At that time, he will acknowledge his true identity as well as his feelings during this time. He himself did not understand why his thoughts had been on Audrey lately.

From the moment she first met Audrey in the elevator, Tristan felt something different in her heart. And the closer she gets to Audrey, the more she feels like she wants to protect her. Sometimes Tristan feels that Audrey is very fragile and lonely, making her want to always cheer up and be by her side. For some reason, when she saw Audrey smiling, she was happy. But every time she saw Audrey anxious and sad, she was pushed forward to comfort and defend her.

Is this what is called love?

inner Tristan tried to understand her own feelings.

He used to date a number of girls, but he did not feel the deep feelings he had today. Maybe at that time he was not too mature to understand what love means.

When the office hours were over, Tristan tried calling Audrey's phone a few times. However, the call is only connected to the voice box.

Why is the phone inactive? Could he be sick again? Or something bad happened to her? I'd better go to Audrey's apartment to make sure it's okay.

Tristan drove his car to Amarilla's apartment. Today there was suddenly a bad feeling he felt about Audrey. Usually he is an indifferent man and lives life casually. But when it comes to Audrey, she can't afford to behave like that.

After parking his car, Tristan hurriedly headed to the lobby. A female receptionist who was on duty that night greeted him kindly.

"Night, sir, how can I help you?"

"Night, Ma'am. I'd like to ask you on what floor does Miss Audrey Maureen's apartment have?"

"Sorry, Sir, who are you? And what's the need?"

"I am Tristan Manuel Tirtawiguna. I'm a friend of his office" Tristan said, handing over his identity card.

"Good, Sir. Wait a minute I'll find it on the list of the residents of the apartment."

The receptionist opened the apartment occupant data on his computer. He seemed to frown while reading the names listed on the list.

"Sorry, sir, there's no Audrey Maureen here. Her name is Audrey Bratawijaya. She's Mr. Reiner Hilario Bratawijaya's wife. They live on the fourth floor."

"What's? Mama did not read wrong. Audrey Maureen is not married" Tristan said in a statement.

"Right, sir, there's only Audrey Bratawijaya here. I'll confirm to Mrs Audrey about Mr."

Tristan waited a few minutes for the receptionist to finish calling.

"Sorry, Sir. Neither Mr. Reiner nor Mrs Audrey were in place. Only one of his servants lived in the apartment. He's going down to see the Master."

Tristan sat on the sofa lobby with an erratic feeling.

Reiner Bratawijaya's...Isn't he CEO of Zeus company, the son of businessman Alexander Bratawijaya? Is Audrey really his wife? No way! Audrey is not married. That must be another Audrey.

Not long after, Tristan saw a middle-aged woman coming out of the elevator. She still clearly remembered that the woman was Audrey's maid who was waiting in the lobby yesterday.

"Tu.an Tristan?" asked Bi Mila nervously.

"Yes Bi. Aunt still remember me? I drove Audrey home yesterday" Tristan replied suspiciously at Bi Mila's nervousness.

"Sir, what is the need here? Madam is not there."

"From yesterday Aunt called Audrey as Madam. Is Audrey really married? Is she Reiner Bratawijaya's wife?" tristan asked to know the truth.

Bi Mila looked puzzled at Tristan's question. Nicko used to give orders to him to keep Reiner and Audrey's marriage a secret from outsiders. However, if he did not tell Tristan the truth, things might get worse. Tristan seems to like Audrey. Though Bi Mila knew that Reiner now loved his wife. Maybe this is a good time to be honest.

"Bi, please tell me the truth" Tristan said impatiently.

"Ma.af, Sir. Mrs Audrey is indeed the wife of my Master, Reiner Bratawijaya. They both live in this apartment."

Bi Mila's answer was like a lightning strike in Tristan's ear. He did not expect that the woman who had made him fall in love was the wife of another man. This bitter reality left his heart torn apart. Devastated was all his hopes to make Audrey his future wife.

"Sir, are you okay?" bi Mila asked worriedly at the change in Tristan's facial expression.

"Thank you, Bi. I have to go home."

Tristan stepped out of the apartment. There was nothing else he wanted to do, except vent his current anger. Tristan drove his car at high speed and stopped at a deserted park.

Aarghs! Audrey!!! Why did you lie to me all this time? Am I too stupid to fall in love with you? It's free tomorrow I become CEO, it's all for nothing!

I will hold you accountable, Audrey Bratawijaya. You won't get away with me.

batin Tristan promised himself.

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Audrey got down slowly from the bed so as not to wake Reiner up. Actually, she was still sleepy and wanted to sleep well beside her husband. Last night, he only slept a few hours because he had to serve Reiner's endless will. But Audrey recalled the important obligation she had to do this morning. He had to call the office to tell Mr. Rizal that he couldn't get to work yet.

Audrey walked down the stairs to the bottom floor. He was looking for Mr. Martin who was busy preparing breakfast in the kitchen.

"Morning, sir," said Audrey.

"Oh, morning, Mistress. You're up?" asked Martin, surprised.

"Sir, can this phone be used to call out of town?"

"It can be, madam. Please just use the phone in the middle room."

Audrey headed to the living room and hurried to dial her office number. He was relieved when the operator managed to connect his phone to the extension number of the finance division.

"Good morning, Mr. Rizal, it's Audrey" Audrey said in a soft voice.

"For Audrey. I have been waiting for your arrival. Are you late or not coming in today?"

"Sorry, sir, I haven't been able to get into the office today."

"Are you still sick, Audrey? What are you sick with?" ask Mr. Rizal curious.

"I'm healthy, sir. I have a need to get out of town, so I have not been able to get in. Maybe tomorrow I can go to work again."

"Okay, Audrey. A pity...At nine o'clock, our new CEO will come and visit every division. You should be able to accompany me to greet him."

"Yes, sir, sorry. I'll try to get in tomorrow. Thank you, sir," Audrey said goodbye.

"Together, Audrey. I'm waiting for your presence tomorrow."

After calling Mr. Rizal, Audrey decided to go back to her room to take a shower. He approached Reiner who was still asleep while observing his handsome face.

He looks so innocent when he's sleeping. Maybe I should seduce her a little bit so I'll be allowed to work tomorrow.

thought Audrey suddenly got a brilliant idea.

Audrey was shocked when Reiner suddenly woke up and looked at her.

"Are you fascinated by my good looks?" ask Reiner to tease Audrey.

"No, I just wanted to wake you up for breakfast" replied Audrey looking for an excuse.

Reiner pulled Audrey to the ground on the bed. With a quick movement, he rolled over and locked Audrey's body underneath.

"You seduced me in the morning. So don't blame me" whispered Reiner in Audrey's ear.

"Okay, Mr. Reiner. I'll follow all your wishes. But there are conditions" Audrey said, hugging Reiner's neck with both hands.

"What are the conditions of Mrs Bratawijaya?"

"Later in the afternoon we go back to the apartment and.tomorrow let me work one day," said Audrey trying to seduce Reiner.

Reiner's face suddenly turned sullen hearing Audrey's words.

"worked? You still think about work when we're on our honeymoon?"

"Rein, please don't be mad...I have responsibilities I have to do tomorrow. I promise I won't get close to any man. Later on the weekend I will accompany you wherever you want."

Reiner smiled at his wife who was already good at seducing.

"Alright, Mistress. This time I'll obey you."

Reiner kissed Audrey's lips gently. Audrey was so happy to see Reiner turn into a loving and understanding husband.