The Untouched Heart

Chapter 204 - Objective

“Your intentions are too visible, baby. Don't be too enthusiastic about helping Will get close to Gista. It will affect your judgment objectively,” Hendra said as we prepared for bed.

“What assessment? I know that Will is a good man. It was evident from Colin who grew up to be a good boy as well. Gista was lucky to get a husband like her. And, baby,” I turned towards him. “It could be that Colin will be our daughter-in-law. Dira really likes it.”

“He just likes it as a friend. It is too early to determine that their closeness will turn into love. Honey, they're still two and five years old!” hendrama reminded. I rolled my eyeballs.

“You don't mind when we bring Hadi and Clarissa closer, why don't you like the closeness of Dira and Colin?” my protest.

“Will only contract workers. We don't know when he'll be here. What if he chooses to return to his country? Would you be responsible for seeing our daughter heartbroken?” he said again, still with a pessimistic tone.

“When Hadi was sad to lose Clarissa, I didn't leave her side. So, if Dira goes through the same thing, I will be by her side through the pain. You don't worry. Broken hearts and sadness will mature our children and make them stronger.” I kissed her cheek so as not to continue to put on a pouty face.

“You praised Will as a good father. You never praised me so.” Ooo. So that's why he's pouting like this.

“Do you still need to hear me say it? Didn't the hugs and kisses I gave you clearly say my admiration for you?” I came closer to kiss her cheek. “You are a great father, the dream husband of all women, the proud son of your parents, and the dream son-in-law of my father and mother.” Every time I praise her, I give her one kiss.

“Thank you, dear.” He smiled, hugged my body, then spun around until my back touched the bed and he half lay on top of me.

“No. Don't do this, Hendra!” I was angry but could not stop the laughter coming out of my mouth. I love making out with him, but not now. I hate it every time I want it, we can't go any further.

Since Ara was spoiled and did not want to be far from my side at all, then I took her when we visited Papa and Mama's house. He jumped up and down happily as Papa greeted us on the terrace. We chatted for a moment in the living room before heading to the dining room.

As usual, I accompanied Mama after taking her medicine. It's been two weeks since the operation, Mama still looks excited. I hope that spirit will never be extinguished. My mother used to complain because Papa forbade her to do all the things she liked. Long enough also Mama can accept that she is not as strong as before after the installation of the ring.

In contrast to my mother-in-law who was still excited and her intention to quickly recover was unshakable. I was worried about seeing it. He can't be this strong. He just lost something very valuable. Seeing her a little bit frustrated calmed me down more than seeing her happy face.

The bedroom door was knocked on when we finished gymnastics. Mom sat back on her bed. I stacked a pillow on his back so he could lean back comfortably. Mom let in. A servant opened the door.

“Mistress, Doctor Gerhard has arrived,” said the waiter. Mom let in. The waiter shifted slightly so that the man could enter.

“Good day, Doctor. Sorry, I've troubled you,” welcome Mama kindly. I stood up as the man walked closer to the edge of the bed.

“It's okay, Mom. I've said that Mom can contact me whenever Mom needs help.” Gerhard sat on the edge of the bed and took out the equipment from the bag he was carrying. “So, what's your complaint?”

Mama said that her left hand was slightly numb and her left chest was painful. The man immediately examined your chest using a stethoscope, checked his blood pressure, then his blood sugar. He found no problems.

“Less, Doc. Only pain is not too painful,” Mama said. Hearing that answer, I knew that Mama had deliberately called this doctor home. Gerhard coming in while I was here was a sign that Mama was serious about getting me closer to him.

“If there is nothing more I can help you with, I say goodbye, Mom. I need to go to the second hospital to take care of my other patients.” Gerhard stood up after tidying up the equipment he was carrying.

“Thank you very much, Doctor.” Mom smiled, then looked at me. “I'll rest. Please, take Doctor Gerhard down, Zahara.” I comply.

I opened the door and let the doctor out first. We walked down the corridor together. I had no obligation to be friendly with him, so I just kept quiet. After all, it was Mama who needed her presence, not me.

“You don't want to ask me anything about how to care for Mother Naava?” gerhard asked as we turned towards the stairs.

“No. I've got all the instructions I need from Doctor Rahmad.” That's my mom's surgeon. “Thank you.”

He looked at my face carefully. “You don't seem to like my arrival. Is there a problem between you and your mother-in-law? You don't like him inviting me to come?”

“Gerhard, take care of your attitude. I'm already married. I don't need another man who comes near and thinks that he has a chance to be with me.” Vivaldo and Dicky have brought enough drama into my household. No more.

“Hey, I didn't mean to be evil. Just asking as a friend,” he said in self-defense.

“A friend will not have a happy face like seeing his lover standing before him. You won't like dealing with my husband, so stop whatever you're feeling for me,” I said firmly. He grunted softly.

“You're overreacting. I don't have any special feelings for you.” His voice sounded strange because he was trying to hide his enthusiasm could be close to me.

“Then, be careful when acting. Do not let anyone misunderstand,” I said do not want to prolong the problem. He held my arm, blocking me from going down the stairs. I had to stop my steps.

“Shortly. Do you think I like you? Is that what Naava's mother thought? Just because I'm being friendly to you? Zahara, you guys misunderstood.” He's laughing a little. “I'm a doctor, it's only natural that I'm being friendly to everyone.”

“It's good that you don't have any special feelings for me. Everything is clear now. So, please, practice to express it properly.” I clasped his hand that was still in my arm. His mouth can lie, but not with his eyes.

I went back down the stairs. I hear the dog salakan. Are Papa and Dira with Ara in the living room? I can't wait to join them. Not hearing her footsteps, I turned to the doctor. He was still standing on the stairs where we had stopped.

He was looking at me with the eyes that I hated the most. “This expression I didn't make up. You need to know one thing. You are ...”

The sound of the dog's greeting was heard getting bigger when the door of the family room was wide open. Ara was flying so fast towards me. What's wrong with her? He only acted this way when I left home all day. He turned up the stairs. No. gabe. He ran towards Gerhard. “Ara, don't ..!”