The Untouched Heart

Chapter 50 - Muffling Guilt

Don't let Hendra know. Don't let Hendra know that I've slept with another man. He'll be very angry. This man is not even an ordinary person but my ex-lover. The man I always call still fills my heart every time we fight. He would never forgive me if he found out.

I don't want to imagine what consequences my family would have for my sinful actions. Oh, my gosh, Ara. What got into your head that night? Why would you want to go to a hotel and sleep with her?

No. gabe. This is not the time to blame yourself or feel sorry for yourself. I need to focus. I can't act like someone who just made a big mistake. Hendra will be suspicious and it will all be over for me and my family.

Okay. I have to try to stay calm. Hendra's coming home tomorrow night, so I don't have much time. I just need to act like I always do. Follow what he wants, listen to what he says, and don't argue. Just like I've been doing since we signed this contract that restrains me.

My phone alarm went off, I looked over. I deliberately set the alarm more than once so that I do not forget my duty on this day. Yuyun was very good at making cakes, so I asked her to cook a chocolate cake that Lindsey would definitely love.

The residence is very large. Especially with her husband's luxury car collection, they specialize first floor as a garage and exhibition space. Edu likes to talk about his collection car to guests who come. The exhibition space makes it easy for him to tell stories while showing the advantages of each of his collections.

Lindsey welcomed us with a happy face. We were surprised that we arrived at almost the same time. Darla first, then Qiana, and lastly me. We took turns hugging and kissing each other's cheeks, then went into his house and immediately headed upstairs. I've never stopped being amazed to see Edu's car collection.

“I hope you don't mind eating Padang cuisine today.” Lindsey thanked her servant who opened the dining room door for us. “I miss Indonesian cuisine.”

“I'm hungry. I'll eat whatever tastes good,” Darla joked.

After lunch, we sat together in the lounge and enjoyed coffee and chocolate cake. We decided to spend the rujak brought by Darla later. Lindsey became the first person to tell about her experiences while in America.

His candidate is a kind and very friendly person. They were invited to visit tourist attractions while they were there. Having never been to Indonesia, they agreed to hold their children's wedding here. Then after the event, they will take a vacation to some famous attractions, including Bali.

Citing the name Bali, we also discussed about our plans the following week. Princess Darla is getting married on Friday. Darla already bought a round-trip airfare, also booked a room for us over the weekend. He reminded us to pick up our clothes from the tailor. We will dress in uniform at the event.

The husbands mocked our plan, but we didn't care. We are no longer strangers. We are best friends and have experienced many things together, so showing people that we are best friends wearing matching colored clothes is a must. We're happy to do it.

“Not usually your husband doesn't call you, Zahara.” Qiana looked at me with a meaningful look. Darla and Lindsey did the same. I'm laughing a little.

“You just delivered it now?” lindsey protest.

“Because I know you will definitely ask.” I laughed amusedly.

“By the way, while in Bali later, I don't want to go anywhere. I just want to sit back and enjoy the beach. I'm not going anywhere outside the hotel. But you can go anywhere you want. I'm just tired after walking to and fro in America,” Lindsey said with a clear face.

“You can do whatever you want,” said Darla. “Looking, sightseeing, shopping, no special rules as long as we vacation together. I'm going with Lindsey. This wedding preparation has taken up all my energy and time. I'd love to sit back and relax.”

“I don't mind.” Qiana. I also agree with the plan. Bali is not a new place for me. I've been there a few times with Hendra. Although there are places I want to explore, I can do it on other occasions.

The time we were waiting for arrived. Two servants entered the room with trays, then placed two large plates containing pieces of fruit and four bowls containing spices. Our saliva immediately rose to see him.

The fruit should have tasted sour like my friends showed me with their facial expressions. But I don't feel it. The fruit is very tasty and combined with sweet and spicy spices, hmm, no food can match the delicious.

Seeing friends looking at me in surprise, I refrained from taking too much fruit for myself. I don't want to make them suspicious of my condition. Hendra hopes we keep this pregnancy a secret until the time is right to let everyone know. Keeping secrets is not easy.

I waited for Hendra's arrival by sitting in the living room. A lot has happened in just two weeks. I managed to be as normal as possible in front of my friends. Now I must also succeed in doing so in front of my husband.

The sound of the vehicle entering the yard is a signal that Hendra has gone home. I took a deep breath to calm my heart. Then I stood up and greeted him at the door. He entered with a happy face. An expression I've never seen before.

He gave her a bouquet of flowers that she hid behind her body. Some red rosebuds. I smiled looking at her, then accepted her and inhaled her fragrance. Yuyun who was already standing by my side immediately accepted it as I gave the bouquet to her.

Hendra wrapped his hands around my waist, then kissed me for so long and deep that we both had trouble breathing. “I miss you so much, baby. And I love you so much.” He hugged so tightly. I felt him breathing my neck. What the hell's going on? Why does he look so happy?