Persist
The Part 21
I was in the hospital today. I was told that Aqil was admitted to the hospital because of an accident.
"The room on behalf of Aqil mbak?". without further ado I asked a nun.
"Courtesy of number 54 VIP".
"Thank you sus". I ran back to find the room.
After almost five minutes of searching I saw Mama who had just walked out of the room.
"Mama. How's Aqil doing?".
Mom smiled and hugged me. "Aqil is past a critical period. You are calm".
"Now Aqil where is Ma?".
"He's inside".
I went in that room. Aqil lay down but was already conscious.
"Where are you?". I sat next to Aqil.
"Udah is good.
Hearing Aqil's voice made me sick in my heart. The usually firm voice now sounded very weak.
"Why did it happen?". I asked Aqil. It feels awkward because I and Aqil are not used to talking together like this.
Aqil started telling me everything. I just kept quiet until Aqil finally held my hand.
"You don't get mad at Mei".
"What am I angry with. I only care about you". I peeled an apple and fed Aqil.
"I know you love Mei so much. But you also have to take care of yourself".
"Do you really love me?". asked Aqil again. He held my hand to not bribe her anymore.
"I love you. You know that, but you still don't believe me". The apple and the knife I put back on the table by the bed "What good is love if there is no trust".
I got up from my seat and would take a drink for Aqil. But Aqil held me back and hugged me from behind.
"You're mad at me".
"I'm not angry. Just disappointed".
Aqil tightened his arms at me. What does this hug mean. Because Mei wasn't here until she treated me like this.
"You are my wife. Always be honest with me".
I let go of Aqil's embrace. He looked hard at me. I looked at him too.
"I'll go home if you're healed". I said slowly with a smile.
"I know that". Back I saw Aqil's soothing smile.
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After saying goodbye to Mama I went to see Gama. I have to be professional for my job. Gama may still take revenge but I, I will stick with my stance.
"You be careful, baby" said Mama.
"Yes Ma".
Up to the bottom floor I met Mei. He looks very calm when he knows that Aqil was in an accident.
"What is this thing called a dream wife?" I said in May.
Mei stared hard and came straight to me.
"Why indeed?. Aqil love died for me, it's only fitting that he gave his life". Mei's smile looked really terrible.
"Do you really love Aqil?" I looked back at Mei. "Or his treasure?".
Mei raised her hand to slap me. I smiled until a nurse came to us.
"Sorry don't make a fuss. It's a hospital". The nurse just left after warning us.
"Slap me if you want. But you have to remember. I'll take Aqil's love from you". I took my foot to get out of there.
Actually I don't want to make trouble with Mei because it's going to trigger trouble with Gama. But, I also don't want my husband to be tempted by a woman who only uses him. Sooner or later I'll make Mei confess about herself.
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"I'm sorry I'm late." I saw Gama and his bottom was waiting for me.
"Where have you been?". asked Gama.
"Personal things. Let's just start to discuss the desired decoration" I don't want Gama to discuss this anymore.
It turns out they've already decided the theme. I just have to run everything that's in that envelope.
"I want this show to not fail. You know the consequences aren't".
"Well sir".we answered simultaneously.
"We're closing today".
"I miss you so much". Gama suddenly hugged me from behind.
I let go and took my things. "Don't be sassy".
"Don't lie to yourself Al. You need warmth, right?".
"It's none of your business. I'm here to work not for you". I came out of that meeting room. How I should face Gama. He remains the same as before.
"Nia?. Where's she?". I just remembered that Nia wasn't there beside Gama.
Not that he said he would go abroad with Gama. Why Gama himself. I should ask him.
"Friends. Where's Nia?". I asked Gama. He's still in the meeting room.
"It's none of your business where he is".
"I want to meet him". I approached Gama.
"You know he's just a doll. What's the point of the doll you also know for sure".
"Don't tell me that Nia you threw it away".
Gama approached me and stroked my face. "You already know the answer".
I pushed Gama hard. He hit the chair. This time I thought Gama was not human.
"l. I don't want anything to get in the way of our love" Gama tried to stand up.
"Never say love. Your mouth doesn't deserve to say it". with a little running I walked out of the room.
Nia. I just want to find him and bring him back here. I'll tell Aqil. Maybe he can help me find Nia.
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Giel seemed to be in a hurry as he approached me. He gave the box this time his face looked scared.
"Mr. Here's the package again".
"Giel's. You don't look well?." I took the box out of Giel's hand. He looked at me worriedly.
"I'm healthy mbak. Just..." Giel hung his words. "I'm just afraid of why".
"Let's just calm down, Giel. I'm all right". I smiled at Giel. "Giel, you can go home now. I'm going to the hospital again".
"Good mbak".
The package felt heavy this time. I took him straight to my room. A handbag with business cards. There is also a letter.
*Meet me. The address is already in that handbag.
Nia*have*.
This time I was very surprised. Nia. How could he send me a letter. Gamma threw it away.
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"You want to help me, right?". I said slowly to Aqil.
Aqil rubbed my head and smiled. "Of course I have to help you. Nia is also the person I trust the most".
I told Aqil everything. It's impossible if I have to lie to myself. My husband and I have to be honest with him about anything.
"How about you meet the person who sent you the package first.
"I'm afraid that guy just set me up".
"You want to know where Nia is. Maybe this is true of him".
"alright. I'll be ready".
Aqil asked his driver to drive me to my destination. If I can choose I just want to be next to Aqil.
"I guess you won't say anything to Aqil. But you tell me everything". Mei stood near the exit. Maybe he was waiting for me on purpose.
"What's wrong if I tell my own husband".
"Aqil until now only believed that I was Lili. You have been honest with him". Mei is approaching me. "What does he believe this time?".
"All it's up to Aqil. The ugliness will surely be exposed".
"The good ones are always oppressed". Mei laughed so hard that some people looked at us.
"Do you think I'm good?".
Mei widened her eyes and looked intently at me. "You yourself don't know whether your enemy is good or not" I added.
"You. Are you threatening me?".
"I'm not threatening. Excuse me, I have a lot of business".
Aqil's car is waiting for me I also don't want to waste time with Mei. I could have been high blood if I had stayed with Mei.
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to be continued
