A Tear of Dara
In Prison

Nayla wiped away the tears that had soaked her cheeks. A slanted smile just came out. Suddenly an idea to avenge came to Nayla's mind.

Mahendra Pradana, your family has destroyed my family. My mother left me to be the wife of a rich man like you.

Now my father has to suffer in prison because of your son. And me, my happiness should just vanish because of your daughter-in-law.

It's not fair, my family's a mess. I won't let your family be happy.

" Nay, I saw my mom first. You want to follow" said Alex later, suddenly disperse the negative thoughts of Nayla.

" Em. No, I want to be here with you" refused Nayla. Nayla was reluctant to look at the person who had been willing to leave her since childhood. And Alex seemed to nod and headed to the cell where her mom was being held.

" Alex... hikss... hikss.." said Melinda as her son approached her.

" Mama"

" Lex, you have to help me get out of here.Mommy doesn't want to be here" Melinda pleaded.

Alex saw that the clear liquid just flowed down the smooth cheeks of the mother who gave birth to her. Melinda is no longer young. But Melinda still looks youthful thanks to the care she does every month.

For years Alex had never seen his mother cry. The life of Mahendra's property does not in the least make Melinda feel sadness. And today there was a pain in Alex's chest seeing his mama fall, it could even be said to fall into the abyss of misery. Until when her mother could breathe fresh air.

All the evidence clearly dropped her Mama. What can he do to free his mother.

" What can Alex do? Our lawyers are capable of fighting papa. The mother's punishment is getting heavier" explained Melinda's son. Alex knew exactly what his papa was like. Mahendra has a very influential power in any case.

" You mean, you're gonna let Mama stay in jail?" Melinda now raised her tone. Melinda's only hope is Alex.

Alex seemed to massage his temples that felt pulsating. " According to my mother, what should Alex do" instead of her answer Melinda's son actually asked back.

Melinda seemed to whisper something to her son. I don't know what Melinda was talking about. What is clear is that Melinda's words managed to make Alex's eyes widen.

Seconds later Melinda's eyes turned sparkling when she saw her husband coming to her with Bastian.

" Papa came here to free my mother. Papa must have changed his mind. My mother is innocent. Mama doesn't want to be here" again Melinda refuses to be a suspect.

Mahendra was silent, seconds later his lips pulled to the side. "Who said I changed my mind and would set you free. Bad and cunning people like you won't get an apology from me." Mahendra said. Instantly made Melinda's joints turn limp. As if there was no hope for him.

" Pa, please pity mom. Alex beg pa" Mahendra's son appeared to plead.

" What ? pity, ask your mama. Does he have any pity when he hurts my son" Mahendra replied, leaving Alex silent at once.

" lt... Papa don't go" cried Melinda but Mahendra did not hear the scream.

" Arkhhhh" ashes Alex scrambling his hair in frustration.

Like his peaceful path, Alex traveled hard to free his mama.

...****...

That night Haris' doctor entered Bryan's room with a nurse to make sure Bryan's condition was stable before allowing him to go home.

A smile was seen from the corner of the doctor's lips and the nurse was watching these two happy human children sleep together with hugging each other.

Dara opened her eyes slowly. " Oh. doctor, sorry my doc fell asleep" said Dara feeling embarrassed. Dara is clearly sleepy. He had to stay awake all night. Moreover, one room with Nayla makes Dara sleep not soundly. The doctor smiled and started to examine Bryan.

" Bryan's condition is very stable. Tomorrow morning we can go home." explained the doctor and Dara seemed to widen his smile. "Thank you doctor" Bryan's wife replied.

" You can finally go home tomorrow dear" said Dara staring at the peaceful face of her handsome husband who was asleep. Tonight they spent the night alone in the hospital without any interference from anyone.

That night Dara called her father-in-law that Bryan could go home tomorrow morning. Mahendra was very happy to hear this good news. He would not bother about his wife who was currently imprisoned. For her decision to put Melinda in jail was the right way to give her a deterrent effect. For Mahendra the happiness of his son is number one.

That same night Mahendra ordered all of his domestic assistants to prepare for Bryan's arrival tomorrow morning. Mahendra's housekeeper was pleased that the young master and young lady would return to her mansion.

All Mahendra's domestic assistants were preoccupied with preparing for the welcoming of his crown son. They appear to decorate the entire room, especially Bryan and Dara's room. Even Mahendra will invite all Pradana Group employees as well as those closest to him to celebrate their happy day.

In contrast to the atmosphere in the residence Mahendra that looks crowded and happy. The mood of this girl looks very broken. Nayla doesn't know where she's going now. Going home in the village is impossible. He would bear the shame on his village neighbors for the trapping case on Bryan the other day. Not to mention the news his father was imprisoned must have spread throughout this country. Anyway if he returns to the village he will be further away from his father.

Want to live in this big city, who would want to live with? Only Alex is his closest brother. It was after fifteen years apart and only met together with the painful reality that he had to accept.

However, Alex feels unbearable with the girl who has the status of his biological sister. And tonight Alex is looking for a contract for her sister to stay. It's impossible for Alex to take Nayla to Mahendra's house. Even Alex is currently reluctant to return to Mahendra's house.

Alex also bought some change of clothes and groceries for his sister. After making sure Nayla gets a place to stay, Alex drives his car through the bustling streets of the capital to his friend's apartment. Alex is staying there tonight.

Alex drove his vehicle at high speed no matter the circumstances. His thoughts were chaotic, Melinda's son was re-ignited with emotion. His blood seemed to boil which made his entire body feel hot.

" Arkhhhh." many times Melinda's son cursed and slammed the steering wheel of his car.

" Bryannnn........" Shouted Alex loud.