The Inappropriate Taste

Chapter 21 - Sad story

I also ventured to tell stories. Dimas listened seriously. Sometimes his face looks annoyed when I tell you what Mas Roby did until Dela can be like this.

"Lin, not even a mother animal would have the heart to hurt her own child. Superb Roby!" he said while clenching his hands.

"It's my fault, Mas. I shouldn't have been persuaded by him. I should have listened to my parents' advice."

"There's still time to decide now, Lin." Dimas looked at me seriously.

"You mean divorced? I can't let my son live on the streets, Mas."

"Lin, I'll help you. I'll find you a place to stay. You better get divorced than sacrifice your kids like this. Maybe if she doesn't care about you, I can stand it. But this is his own son, Lin. His own flesh. He doesn't deserve to be called a father."

I'm speechless. What Dimas said was true. Now Mas Roby can hurt Dela. What if one day he kills Dela? No, I can't let that happen.

"Why do you care so much about me, Mom."

"I'm human too, Lin. I am also a social creature with a heart. How could I have ever seen children as small as they get physical and mental abuse. Roby's their father, but he doesn't love his children. How can you live like that, Lin. I promise, I'll help with all your divorce proceedings. I'll ask for the CCTV footage at the cafe so that it becomes proof that you can easily divorce her."

"But I can't be your burden forever, Mom."

Whahuh? Did I not hear wrong? Dimas wants to propose to me?

"Mas, you're not kidding."

"I'm serious, Lin. Sorry me. Actually, it's been since college I like you. But because I think Roby can make you happy, that's why I let you go with him."

"But I don't deserve you, Mom. I'm a mother with two children. I'll be a burden to you."

"I love you and accept your children. They should get complete affection from their parents. If Roby doesn't want to, then let me give them a father's love. I beg Lin, for the sake of the children. I'm sorry, because it's like someone who's taking advantage of you. But this is what's best for you and the kids." Dimas looked at me seriously.

"I'm getting a divorce from Mas Roby. But about your offer,,,,, sorry, Mas. I can't decide yet. It doesn't feel appropriate for a married wife to talk about it." I feel unworthy of Dimas. Just looking at myself I feel ashamed.

"I understand, Lin. I will always help you. Don't hesitate to ask for my help, yes. Now I'm going to pay the admissions first. You wait here." Dimas went out leaving me and Dion.

I did not expect, it turns out that Dimas harbored feelings for me all this time? Oh my God, what happened. When I was desperate like that, Dimas came like a helper angel that you sent for me. Dimas, I'll consider your bargain. Thank you for giving me the light in my life. You let me decide the best path for my torturous marriage.