The Untouched Heart

Chapter 169 - My only Woman

“Didn't he understand the meaning of the peace deal?” I'm laughing a little. Hendra laughed. “He just apologized and has already spread slander again?”

Fortunately, Mom and Dad took a seat so my husband and I could talk freely together. Dira was having a snack with Zach, so we could relax for a moment. We chose to remain standing near the door as we walked into the conference room.

After the two rounds ended, reporters protested because they still had a lot of questions. Gista was firm by ending the question session. As he spoke, several employees handed out an invitation to everyone, including Nora.

“On next Wednesday, right on the twentyth of April, Mr and Mrs Mahendra Perkasa will hold their wedding anniversary celebration. My mom and dad were invited to come. If you want to cover, it is only allowed to be done at the entrance, not at the place where the reception is held. Thank ye. There is potluck consumption at the back, enjoy.”

Exactly as we thought. The room became boisterous with the voices of those who spoke of the invitation we gave. It is time for us to be the main stars in this place. Not Nora and her bullshit talk about her feelings for my husband.

Papa and Mama approached Nora, then they sat down together. Gista served them by delivering snacks and warm drinks to their tables. Then he came to us to deliver something similar. Hendra gave some instructions to him. He complied, then pampered.

“You are going to your room now and start working?” ask me when the cake on my plate runs out. Hendra nodded.

“You and Dira can come if you want. You can leave when you pick up Hadi.” He helped me to stand up. “I have many other good foods.”

“Hm …. You are better than any food.” I smiled meaningfully. He's laughing a little.

“Stop this, baby. We're not in the room. And do not forget about fasting three months.” He kissed my lips, then took my hand. Why should he mention that now? It just ruins my mood.

He took me to Papa and Mama. Seeing a woman who feels victorious for getting the attention of my in-laws makes the state of my heart worse. What did Mom see in this woman? I found nothing special about her other than being arrogant, evil, feeling the greatest self, and a bully of other people's households.

“Pa, Ma, I'm going to my room now. See you later,” said Hendra.

“Ah, Son. There's something we need to talk about. We're coming to your room.” Mama stood up, then invited Nora to come along as well.

We approached Zach to take Dira. He waved his hand at her, then hugged her papa tightly. He looked towards Papa, Mama, and Nora with curiosity. Hendra immediately caught his attention by kissing his cheek. Our little girl laughed.

“Papa, Sister?” tanya asked Hadi when we were in the elevator.

“It's not yet time to go home from school. We're playing in papa's room, huh? There are a lot of your favorite cakes there.” Hendra touched his nose to Dira's cheek.

“Kue? Ma, Pa!” he said with sparkling eyes.

“Do not give too much cake to children. Not good for their health. His teeth will also quickly porous.” Mom looked at me. “You should know that, Zahara.”

“Gigi Dira healthy. Mama don't worry. Za diligently takes children to the dentist twice a year.” Hendra looked towards Dira. “Try smile, darling. Where are your healthy teeth?” Dira complied with a big smile showing off her milk teeth.

“You are from earlier only against your mother.” Mama grumbling.

“Come, Ma. When I was a kid, my mom did the same thing. Mama gave me a lot of sweet and sad food every time Grandma scolded Mama. Then why did Mama do the same to Mama's own daughter-in-law?”

“Mama can deny it as much as Mama. To me, my wife is just Za.”

The elevator door opened, we walked into Hendra's office. Gista immediately welcomed our arrival. He opened the door and held it until we were all inside. Me and Hendra were sitting on the same couch, while Papa, Mama, and Nora were sitting on another sofa in front of us.

“Papa, cake?” tanya Dira saw nothing on the table.

“Kuenya come.” Gista approached with a tray filled with dishes with various types of cakes, a teapot, and a few empty cups. Dira immediately cheered happily.

“Thank you, Gista,” I said slowly. He nodded slowly, then left us.

I filled all five empty cups with the tea that had been available in the teapot. I let them take their own cups. I just put the cup in front of Hendra and me, then the glass filled with chocolate milk in front of our daughter.

“Please, Ma. What do you want to talk about?” ask Hendra. Mama looked at me before looking back at her son.

“I'm sure Zahara told you. I have stage two cancer. Doctors recommended surgery so that the cancer would not come back. I had a discussion with your papa and we decided to do it.”

“Good, Ma. Tell us when the date of operation is. We will come.”

“When the operation is held on the 20th, on next Wednesday, will you guys come?” mama challenged her son.

“Honey,” said Papa while holding Mama's hand.

“We're coming, Ma. Nothing is more important in this world when it comes to your life and safety during surgery.” Hendra touched my hand. “I and Za will definitely come accompany Mama.”

“Then, I'm calm.” Mom looked towards Nora. “I'll see a doctor tomorrow to start the surgery preparation. Nora will accompany me. He has some important projects at his hotel, but he wants to put them aside for a while to accompany me.”

“Tante is more important than anything.” Nora placed her hand on the hand of the mother.

“If my mama's right is more important, you won't delay the preparation of the operation by taking them at today's meeting. You will persuade him to go to the hospital,” said Hendra sharply. Nora immediately put on a sad face.

“Tante, I'm sorry. I didn't mean to,” said Nora regretfully.

“Hendra, I came of my own accord. Nora didn't force me to come at all.” My mother defended the woman. Hendra shook slowly.

“I don't forbid Mama to hang out with anyone. But if Mama's closeness to her is one of Mama's efforts to get me closer to her, I'll say this one more time. This is the last time. I will not leave Za to marry him,” Hendra said firmly. Mom smiled.

“We'll see later, son. You can take Zahara back after the betrayal she committed. Even received his son with another man as your son.” Mom looked towards Dira. Oh, dearGod. Until when will people assume that Dira is not Hendra's biological daughter? “I'm sure you will also forgive Nora and be willing to marry her after you see for yourself that she is much better than Zahara.”

Hendra did not want to lose by smiling. “Good. Let's see it later. How long this woman of your choice can accompany Mama while in the hospital.”