(RANTI POV)
Let's say my name is Ranti. A cilok-selling woman who lives on the outskirts of the city. I have a husband who is currently in prison for selling our only daughter, Kenara.
The day after Nara was sold, he reappeared at the house and explained that he had run away. He was helped by a man and taken to his house. Nara had gone from there, but in the end, Nara was found by the man's figure and then came back again.
I was surprised because it turned out that the man was Johan. My ex-fiancé It was Johan who had been helping Nara all this time. One morning, they came to my house and said that Nara would marry Johan's son, Senyo.
I don't know why at that time I couldn't refuse. Even though Johan and I have a dark past, Nara said that he loved Senyo. Therefore, I approve of their relationship.
However, I felt a strange feeling when I attended Nara's wedding. Only the close family of Johan and his wife were invited. When I got there, I was only greeted by Johan and his son. Runi, Johan's wife, doesn't really care about me. He just nodded briefly and then left. It was as if he didn't like my presence. From then on, I started questioning Nara's words.
And, everything was proven when I lived with Johan's family for three days. It was all because Senyo bumped into me and made me unable to walk indefinitely. Finally, Johan decided to take me to his house.
Senyo said that Nara visited his friend who was sick for three days, and during that time, I was cared for by Johan and Senyo. I am grateful to have a good son-in-law like Senyo. However, who would have thought it if he had a very cruel mother?
The first night I was at their house, I was almost sent to sleep in the maid's room. Luckily, there was Mas Johan, who defended me. Next, Runi straightened things out. He said that, in fact, he never liked Nara and did not even approve of Nara and Senyo's marriage. Runi also said that Senyo actually has a girlfriend named Clarin. To this day, the two are still in touch. Runi didn't hesitate to tell him that it was Nara who had become a babu in this house. So, they don't need to hire a maid.
I was clearly devastated to hear that. Nara had lied to her own mother by pretending to be happy. If he had said that from the start, I certainly wouldn't have let him marry Senyo. No, this is not about Senyo. But his mother is so mean. I don't know how the boy behaved with Nara, but it was clear that while I was at his house, he took very good care of me. Treat me with courtesy too. Unlike her mother, who made me a slave in their house without caring about my situation.
However, tonight I was really disappointed. Apparently, Senyo lied to me. He deliberately left Nara at the hotel for three days so we wouldn't see each other. Senyo intends to hide this accident from Nara. If only Mas Johan had not taken me, my son would never have known that his mother had been hit by Senyo, her own husband.
My sadness increased when Runi asked me to go home. He really didn't like my presence here. I'm considered a stranger even though we are together. Not wanting to make things worse, I finally decided to leave. Nara quickly chased me then took me to the room. There I vented all my pain.
"Nara, you have lied to your mother. You said that Johan's family loves you very much. "
Nora didn't budge. He was stuck with his own words. I knew Nara was doing this, so I wouldn't worry. Ah, he really cares about my heart.
Nora took a deep breath for a moment. His expression wilted.
"I'm sorry, mother. "Mom, don't worry, I'm happy to be part of Mr. Johan's family," he said, trying to smile.
Nara is a typical child who never wants to make his parents worried. Even if her father often scolded her at that time, Nara could still act calm. Even though I know that his heart is racing,
"Let go of Senyo when you are in pain, son. Do not be forced. We can live together like we used to. I didn't want my son to get hurt. I even told him to get a divorce while his marriage was still at the age of a corn.
Nora's eyes widened. His shoulders lifted slightly.
"I can't, ma'am. Mr. John loves me very much. It's impossible for him to approve of this, "he said.
"You can get sick if you keep being used as a maid by Runi,"
"Did you know?" asked Nora. I found him shocked.
Runi, because your mother knows that you are tormented here. In fact, my mother also knew that Senyo had a girlfriend named Clarin. Has that man been torturing you all this time?"
Nara moved to the edge of the bed. He turned my chair so we were facing each other.
"Mother misunderstood. Clarin, Senyo's ex, was exactly that.Maybe Mrs. Runi doesn't accept that they broke up, so she still admits that Clarin is Senyo's boyfriend. So far, Senyo is responsible for me, ma'am. " Obviously, Either true or not,
I smile. One hand caressed the top of his head.
"I believe that Senyo is a good person. During your absence, he treats your mother as if she were his own parent.has also entrusted you to her. Runi's mother just said, "Hurry up, you guys, move house so you can be a little further from Runi." Stay devoted to him. Hopefully, one day he will accept you as a son-in-law.
Nara bumped a pair of eyebrows when she heard my words. I'm not sure what I'm talking about.
"Senyo took good care of his mother, he asked in a crooked tone.
"Yeah, that's why mom can't be mad at her even though she's so disappointed.
Actually, Johan and Senyo work together and take turns taking care of me. However, it was Senyolah who contributed the most. I also can't stay by Mas Johan's side for too long, because he already has a wife and I'm afraid that he will talk about the past.
Nara did not accept my words. His eyes flashed. He seemed to be considering something.
"Nara, please take your mother home, son. I don't want to live here anymore. Nora's head shook in confusion as she heard my words.
"No, ma'am. Mom should be here until she fully recovers. There is no one to take care of my mother while there, "he flatly refused."
"I can take care of myself. You know that you've been alone all this time, right? "
"Different. Yesterday my mother was still healthy, "
It seems like Nara doesn't want anything to happen to me. His expression is so sad. Maybe he was filled with a lot of burdens. Mas Johan did not allow Nara to come with me. However, to stay here, my heart already refuses. I'm worried if Runi hates us both more.
"Mother, wait here first." Nara got up from her seat.
"Where are you going, son? Nora! " I squealed loudly, but Nara didn't turn around at all.
What will she do?
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