Paying Karma Love

66 Just Want to Be with You

Why would I do something like this? You're a fool, Audrey. You'll find it harder to forget Reiner now.

thought Audrey regretted what had just happened.

He looked at the ceiling of the large room with a blank look.

"Darling, why are you quiet? What are you thinking?" asked Reiner hugging Audrey on his chest.

Audrey breaks away from Reiner's embrace and wakes up from her bed.

"Rein, what do you really want from me? Why are you playing with my feelings again? You know I'm always weak when dealing with you" Audrey said, taking the dress.

Reiner stood up and hugged Audrey from behind. She kissed Audrey's hair to make Audrey's body goosebumps again.

"Darling, I don't understand what you mean? I love you so much. From now on we'll always be together."

"Rein, you've divorced me. Why do you act like you still love me the same way you used to? Did you do it because you were angry or wanted revenge? I was wrong to leave you. But I had to do it. If your attitude continues like this, I'll find it harder to forget you" Audrey said, holding back her tears.

Reiner turned Audrey's body to face her. He put his finger on his wife's lips.

"Srsttt! Don't say no, honey. Did you watch too many drama series when I wasn't around? Who told you to forget me? I won't forgive her," said Reiner stroking Audrey's unraveling hair softly.

"I never divorced you. Where could I do it. I'd go crazy if I parted with you, honey. I'm mad because I'm jealous to see you close to Tristan. But no matter how angry, I won't be able to lose you. Now and for ever we are husband and wife."

"Then why did you make the divorce papers, Rein? You also forced me to sign it. Even you threatened to take Shane away from me," Audrey asked in doubt.

"Listen, honey, I've never sent a lawyer let alone a divorce warrant. Someone must have lied to you by using my name. Do you remember the lawyer's name?"

"His name is Mr Abram Darusman, he's your family's lawyer. He said you wanted to get divorced from me as soon as possible and didn't want to see me again. Maybe you'll marry another woman soon" Audrey replied sadly.

Abram Darusmann? He's not my family's lawyer. Then who is he exactly?

thought Reiner was suspicious.

Reiner smiled anxiously at Audrey's pouting face.

"You're getting sweeter when you're jealous. I wanted to kiss you again" Reiner teased Audrey.

Audrey's face flushed with embarrassment. For some reason after a long time not meeting Reiner, her heart felt pounding every time she was close to her husband.

"Rein, stop. We've got kids, not a pair of teenagers anymore."

"Hmmm, I've always been a teenager when I was around you" Reiner said, holding Audrey in his arms.

"Darling, I'm gonna find out who told that lawyer to come to you. I'll teach her a lesson" Reiner assured Audrey.

"Rein..so I'm still your wife? Do you still love me?" audrey asked, trying to figure out Reiner's heart.

"What kind of stupid question is that, honey? Of course you are still Lady Reiner Bratawijaya whom I have always loved."

Reiner whispered in Audrey's ear.

"Darling, how about we go on a honeymoon abroad with Shane?"

"Rein, Shane is still very small. I don't want Shane to get sick from traveling too far."

"Then what if tomorrow night I take you out on a date after Shane goes to bed. Do you agree, Miss?" ask Reiner to kiss Audrey's hand.

"Dating? Where are you taking me, sir? I've even just met you," asked Audrey pretending not to know Reiner.

A mischievous smile fell on Reiner's lips.

"That's a secret, miss. For sure I'll kidnap you. We'll just be there."

Seeing Reiner's happy mood, Audrey ventured to speak.

"Rein, can I come home for a while to get my clothes and Shane's?"

"Later I'll ask Beni and Nicko to take care of it. You can't go anywhere. I want you to be mine alone without interference from anyone. But the truth is, you don't need a lot of clothes when you're with me" Reiner said, again teasing Audrey.

"Rein, instead please let me call Mama and Papa. I'm afraid they're worried about Shane. I left in a hurry from the party."

"Of course you can, honey. Wait a minute.actually you want to tell your parents or tell Tristan? I know he's worried about you, too" Reiner asked, squinting his eyes.

"Rein, don't start again. Tristan and I have nothing to do. Tristan helped me a lot as a friend all this time."

"So you're asking me to thank him, because he's been looking after my wife and son that way?" ask Reiner not to like it.

"I'm telling you the truth, Rein. Tristan did help me when I was confused and didn't know where to go. He never did anything to me. Tristan knows I'm very sad to have a pregnancy without you" Audrey said, trying to shake off Reiner's misunderstanding of Tristan.

"You made me even more jealous by continuing to praise him. If it's true she's that good, I'll have to meet her to say thank you."

Audrey hugged Reiner tightly.

"It wasn't your fault, Rein. You sacrificed too much to save me and our son. Thank you, dear. You are my hero."

"I promise I will always be by your side and pamper you when you are pregnant again" Reiner said, looking deeply into Audrey's eyes.

"Rein, don't talk carelessly. I just gave birth, I don't want to get pregnant that fast. I want to focus on taking care of Shane."

Reiner pinched Audrey's nose in a fit of anxiety.

"Darling, I was just kidding. I'll definitely give a sister to Shane, but that's later. We have to spend a lot of time together because we've been separated for a long time."

Audrey's face turned red.

"I'm gonna take a shower, Rein. After that I'll call Mama and breastfeed Shane. Don't tease me anymore" said Audrey, releasing herself from Reiner.

Reiner smiled looking at Audrey who was being timid.

Audrey, I won't let you suffer anymore. We'll always be together, honey. I'll soon find out who sent Abram Darusman to lie to you.

Reiner came out of his room and picked up a cell phone to call Nicko.

"Night, Sir. Have you met Miss?" ask Nicko curiously.

"Already, Nicko, now I'm with my wife and son."

"Congratulations, Sir. You can finally get together with your family. I'm very happy" said Nicko sincerely.

"Nicko, I want to give you an important assignment. When I was abroad, there was a lawyer who came to Audrey. His name is Abram Darusman. She claims to be my family's lawyer and forces Audrey to sign the divorce papers. Please find out who he is. If you find that person, report it to me immediately. I have to punish him" Reiner said annoyedly.

"Okay, sir, I'll find out as soon as possible."

"Nicko, do you have Tristan Tirtawiguna's mobile number?"

"Yes, Sir."

"Give me her phone number. I want to meet him. But don't tell Audrey about this."

"Good, Sir."

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Audrey sees Shane still asleep and decides to call her mother.

"Hello, Ma. Is Mom home with Papa?"

Ny's Voice. Olin sounded worried.

"Audrey, where are you, honey? Are you all right? Mama is very worried about your situation. Tristan said you went alone to find Shane. Did you find Shane's whereabouts?"

"Audrey is now in the apartment with Reiner, Ma. Reiner took Shane, so Mama doesn't have to worry. Shane's safe with his dad."

"Robert? Why would he take Shane? Does he want to separate you from your own son? Audrey, you better get home. Mama doesn't want Reiner to hurt you. He has the heart to divorce you, now he also wants to take the grandson of Mama. Just wait there, Papa and Mama will pick you up soon" said Ms. Olin angry.

"Ma, Reiner never divorced Audrey. He didn't even know about the lawyer or the divorce papers that were given to Audrey. Mama please don't think badly of Reiner. She loves Audrey. Had it not been for Reiner's sacrifice, Audrey and Shane would have been gone by now" Audrey said, trying to appease her mother.

Mrs. Olin sighed.

"If it wasn't Reiner, then who told the lawyer to see you? Could it be Reiner's mother? Didn't he ever force you to leave Reiner?"

"Ma, we can't be prejudiced. Audrey has a lot of respect for Reiner's mother. She's actually a very nice woman."

"Audrey, mama just wants you to be happy. Having a marriage without the blessing of in-laws is hard, honey. Frankly, Mama once thought you'd be happier with Tristan. He is very sincere and considerate of you. He also loves Shane even though Shane is not his son. Mama sure she loves you for who you are."

"Ma, Tristan is a good man. But, Audrey only loves Reiner. Tristan will definitely get a better woman than Audrey. Audrey beg Mama not to misunderstand Reiner."

"Alright, dear Mama respect your decision. Hold on, Papa wants to talk to you, ", said Mrs. Olin handed the phone to Mr. Jonathan.

"Audrey, so you're with Reiner? He's been coming home from abroad?"

"Yes, Pa. Audrey and Shane are fine with Reiner."

"Papa's relieved now. Tomorrow you invite Reiner to come home. Papa wants to talk to him."

"Yes, sir, Audrey will try to persuade Reiner."

Audrey hung up the phone feeling uneasy. He did not expect his parents would misunderstand Reiner. Audrey looked at the face of Shane who was fast asleep.

Shane, Mama promised never to let you part from your dad again. We'll live happily ever after.