Substitute Mother
Chapters 110. Jealous
Sometimes Jeanno envies Mark. Her father and Mark's mother had a blood relationship as a brother and sister. But their nature is inversely proportional. Maria Alexander, with all her simplicity and generosity, received Hannah with open arms. Even long before Hannah came, the woman had already embraced Nayara. Much better to treat her than her own mother-in-law. Maria Alexander, who was paired with Jose Sebastian, a man who from the outside looks cold because he rarely smiles, but is a family loving person. Ordinary people would think this couple was just an ordinary couple, because the way they dressed was really simple. No expensive jewelry sets or tux and ties. Even the car used by Jose everyday remains the first car from the results of his hard work first. Again, very different from both parents.
Jeanno is envious, hearing Mark's story of how warmly Maria and Jose treated Hannah. Even though Hannah's past has worked as an erotic dancer in a nightclub. Even though Hannah comes from a family that has nothing but the debt left behind by her biological father. The humility Jeanno had seen before when he introduced Nayara to them. Mary hugged Nayara and told her how beautiful she was. Jose rubbed Nayara's head gently and said congratulations on their marriage.
Sometimes Jeanno dreams that if both parents are like Mark's parents, it might be different. But Thomas, with all his arrogance, chose to leave instead of accepting Jeanno and Nayara, as well as their grandchildren with open arms. While Yvone, who actually had little conscience, but was hindered by her obedience as a wife, preferred to follow Thomas turning his back, rather than seeing his granddaughter.
Even after learning of Sharin's crimes, Thomas's heart was not moved to accept Nayara. According to him, there are many girls from the ‘fitan’ family who are more worthy of being his daughter-in-law than Nayara who is nobody. So high was his heart that he was willing to expel the son of the only successor of the Alexander family, regardless of how his life would be.
If Thomas and Yvone chose to turn around, Jeannopun would do the same. If they don't want to acknowledge Nayara or Aera, they will install a body to protect their family. After all he has ‘ dumped’, so it is not good to beg just for a confession.
“Jean? You heard me, right?”
Jeanno shook her head. “Ya.. sorry I was a little daydream”.
Mark clicked his tongue. “Not a little dreamy. You haven't even heard me since. What are you thinking, hm?”
“Don't get me wrong, I'm so happy to see you getting married. But I couldn't avoid envy when your parents received Hannah warmly. Compared to my parents used to”
“Ah..pardon me” Mark patted his forehead, regretting his insensitivity sharing happiness with Jeanno who does not have a fate as lucky as him. “I'm sorry I”
“Not your fault. Like I said, I'm happy for you and Hannah”
Mark changed his seat. “You... have ever tried contacting them?”
Jeanno. “For what? I'm not even sure if their phone number is still the same or not”
“They're still your parents, Jean”
Jeanno smiled faintly. It was like a cynical smile. “They don't mind losing me as a child because of their high egos. I also don't mind assuming I don't have a parent”
“Didn't Aunt Yvone come when Nayara died?”
Jeanno nodded. “Just a moment, then after that I heard nothing more than the news of their move to Australia”
“If I had been in your position, I would have done the same. Prefer Hannah over my parents' choice”
“At least I still have you, and both your parents. That way Aera can feel the affection of her grandparents even though not from both my parents and parents Nayara”
Mark was just about to reply, but Jeanno had already cut in. “So, when are you getting married?”
“I just told you less than half an hour ago. But it's okay to say it again. I intend to get married next month, don't you think it's too soon?”
Jeanno smiled, then shook her head. “Not”
Mark smiled with satisfaction. “Then you must be a bridesmaid for me, and Judith as a bridesmaid”
Judith huh? Jeanno muttering. Mark agrees because Judith is Hannah's best friend. Remembering that name Jeanno's mind floated last night. After talking for a moment about Sharin, who brought bad memories, Judith calmed Jeanno down in her own way. Needless to say, when Jeanno who was still struggling with his anger just kept quiet, Judith pulled the blanket up to her chest, gently rubbing her arm. As soon as he did so, the drowsiness came to him, making Jeanno forget his anger and choose to go to sleep.
Judith's room was not as big as her room, but being there somehow made everything tired and emotions evaporate somewhere. The quality of sleep is also improving. He always wakes up in a fresh state and in a good mood. Making a night in Judith's room a routine that was originally only once or twice, is now a habit. While his own room became cold because it was rarely slept by the owner.
“Your appointment..just a few more weeks, right?”
Jeanno hates why Mark should bring up the topic of the deal he made himself. Jeanno regretted why he did not make their agreement one year, or three years. But let it be, maybe he will extend their contract. He was sure Judith would agree, especially if the price of the agreement he raised.
“Ya, more precisely one month two weeks longer”
“Wow. fast running time. And after that, how? If Judith were to leave, Aera would have wondered where her mother was. This time you can't keep dodging. Then the media, they already know about Nayara. If you split up and someone sees Judith coming back to her old life, they'll find out and if it's exposed, then your name is at stake”
Jeanno nodded. “I'll think about it later, Mark”
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“You still have the guts to be in a relationship with Jeanno?”
Nayara didn't have to guess who said that. He closed the book, looking up. Sharin Widjaja stood before him with a look of hatred. If the gaze can kill, it is certain that Nayara is now helpless. Behind Sharin there are ‘dayang-dayang’ who also bombarded him with views of hate.*
“You still can't forget my lover, Sharin?”*
Sharin threw away her face. His face flushed with a back question from Nayara. “How dare you say that to me”*
Nayara shrugged, then reopened her book, which she said was far more important than responding to Sharin.*
“Tell you one thing. Jeanno's parents wanted me as their daughter-in-law. They are educated people who would not accept a woman without origins like you. So before you are disappointed it is better not to dream of being part of the Alexander”* family*
“Don't you until now, Jeanno still hasn't introduced you to his parents? Yeah let alone meaning if it wasn't because her parents didn't accept you?”*
Nayara. He doesn't want to look up. Didn't want Sharin to see her red face. Didn't want Sharin to know her heartbreak.*
“You're better suited to the man you're worth,” Sharin lowered her head. “And Jeanno Alexander is not included in your level”*
I see, Sharin left when the lecturer came. Nayara tried hard to control the look of her face so that nothing happened.*
In modern times like this, are there still parents who force their child's soul mate should be worth it? Even if the child does not love the choice of his parents? On the other hand, should the poor not love the son of a rich family? Does poverty become a terrible scourge for distinguished families? As if receiving a poor son-in-law is the same as a virus that will make their family immediately poor in a short time.*
Nayara sighed, deciding for permission on the grounds of not feeling well. He returned to the dorm without telling Jeanno.*
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