"I don't think this is the right time to talk about it, Broto. I need Kala not only as a husband but also as a partner. He is my business partner, as well as my partner in life. I've never really cared about love. Non-sense with all of that." Lady looked sharply at the man in front of her.
"So that's why you turned down my love?" The young doctor lowered his head, avoiding the gaze of Lady who was like an eagle eyeing the prey. He could not resist the gaze of a woman who had absorbed all the love in his heart, so that nothing was left for the others, including his wife, Ningrum.
"I chose Kala as a husband because we can manage and develop the business together. He is very capable of that and the most important thing is that we have the same vision and mission, views, and concepts about marriage. Even more perfect because we are both only children. So, how perfect we are, right?" The beautiful woman spoke while leaning forward and propping one hand on Broto's desk.
She was truly a resolute and defiant figure. Lady was still gazing at the man. Broto feels intimidated by Lady's assertiveness. Apparently, she really puts forward logic, not feelings like an ordinary woman.
"So, that means you guys got married only based on business interests?" Broto tries to make sure that the conclusions he draws are not wrong.
"For everyone, getting married is a deal, Broto. Regardless of the presence or absence of love between them. Even if it's love, if you don't agree, you can't get married. And vice versa, even if you don't love it, if you agree, you can get married. You are married also begins with an agreement, right? Shoot first, apply first. Isn't the marriage contract also an agreement?" Lady replied quickly and swiftly, like a badminton player in the Olympics.
Broto swallowed his saliva, which suddenly tasted bitter even though it was not as bitter as the fact that he married his wife without love. He was very desperate to chase Lady, until then he accepted Ningrum's declaration of love, which he felt was worthy enough to be his life partner. It wasn't he who declared love, but the woman.
"I have a unique case, Lad. I married her because I was desperate for you. At the lowest point, I was. It was just right, Ningrum said she liked me… and it happened." Broto looked closely at Lady's face.
"Whatever the reason, even a relationship that starts with love, they still have to be AGREEMENT to get married. Many love each other but do not agree until they get married, eventually disbanding. That's proof that love and marriage agreement are two different variables. Can't be put together." The woman's gaze remained fixed on Broto's eyes.
"And the element of agreement is a major factor in marriage, not love," she continued.
Inevitably, Broto accepted Lady's argument. There's nothing wrong with what she said. Even though full of love, if there is no agreement, then you can't get married. Even if you are already married, if you can no longer carry out the agreement, then disband. Ah, it turns out that marriage is only about an agreement. Broto just realized that.
"Many even agreed to get married, then disbanded midway because they could no longer maintain or fulfill the agreement. Can be from one party or even both. Regardless of the basis of love or not," said Broto realizing a fact that he had never thought of.
"You've got the point! That's what I meant, Broto." Lady snapped her fingers in front of Broto's face.
They then discussed several things about marriage and domestic life. Broto found a lot of things beyond his mind from Lady.
"Hey, I'm not here to be a marriage counselor, am I? How can you help me with surrogate mother?" Lady tried to return to the major topic of her arrival today.
"I can't, Lad. Sorry." Broto answered as he pressed his palms together and placed them in front of his chest.
"You're crazy, just like Eid, your style. Please, what can I give you in return for that to you?" Lady didn't want to give up, still trying to persuade the doctor.
He's the only hope. Seducing another doctor, obviously even more difficult. Not to mention, Lady can't just trust other people to keep her secret. She didn't want more complicated problems to happen in the future.
She knew Broto needed nothing. Financially, this man is very well established. His wife is also the same profession, with only one child and still a baby. It doesn't cost much.
Broto is pensive. Because there's nothing more he wants or needs in this life except... Lady.
Lady is a woman who is given the gift of a powerful feeling. She could see Broto's expression. She knew that this man had a desire, but dared not reveal it.
"Whatever, Bro. As long as it can make you help save my marriage, I'll comply." Lady tries to convince the man to dare to say what he wants.
"The thing is, there's nothing else I want in this world other than you, Lad." Broto ventured.
His heart seemed to want to jump with the words that came out of his mouth. However, that was indeed his honest answer. There's no one else but Lady.
"So what you want is me as a condition for you to help with our problem? What do you want? Sleep with me?" Lady was offended by Broto's words. A cynical smile and slightly raised eyebrows, showing the woman's disapproval of Broto's words.
Broto looked down with a bright red face. This woman in front of him could really say anything without feeling uncomfortable. He's the only man who is uncomfortable with the word sleep.
"N-not like that, Lad. I also don't know how. But you're all I want in this world." Broto stuttered to answer while looking down again.
Hearing that, Lady's emotions subsided. She knows Broto is not a typical pervert. The track record is clear. Nice man. Not a playboy. For years she had rejected his love, but never once had he been angry, abused, or abused her.
"So basically, I'm all you want?" Lady inspected the man in front of her, who was still looking down.
Broto looks anxious. He rubbed his watch, nodding.
"I need some time to think, Broto, I'll tell you later." Lady rose from her seat and out of Broto's room. The doctor just stood still, unable to speak or move to see Lady gone. Let alone to stand up or say something, just breathing is already very difficult for him.
Damn, what did I do just now? Broto shouted in his heart.
Lady was walking towards the car when her cell phone vibrated. My Bee, the name that appears on the phone screen.
"Yes, Bee. What is it?" She answered a phone call from her husband.
"So see a doctor?" The deep voice on the other end asked.
"Well, it just came out of the room. Have you told Pandu to do everything?" Lady asked back about her husband's part of the job.
"Yes, of course. He will work today. Now, he is returning to the legal team so that they immediately plan the articles of the agreement. The doctor wants to help us?" Kala finds out that Lady used to be close friends with Broto. He also knew that the man had fallen in love with his wife.
"Definitely. After all, it's his job." Lady tries to cover up what happened. After all, Broto definitely and must help, no matter what the means.
"I'm grateful. Yes, I worked first. You went straight home?" asked Kala.
"I want to go to the cinema first. I'm closed. So, I can drive." Lady had arrived beside her car.
"Okay, honey. Enjoy your time." Kala hang up a phone call.
Kala was relieved to hear that everything was in order. It's just that he has to finish the womb rental candidate right away.
All the way to the mall, all in Lady's head, is how to fulfill Broto's wish. It was impossible to find another doctor who could help her other than this man.
Either way, Broto must be able to help me, she determined in her heart.
Every time she faced an important matter, Lady had a special ritual. She will start by watching movies, maybe even two to three films in a row. After that shopping for some clothes, shoes, bags, or something else, just start thinking.
A fresh brain will certainly be able to produce brilliant thoughts. Lady has always believed that.