Genius Children: Between Hate and Miss
"Are You Ready to Wait for Me?"

"So we've agreed that tomorrow Arsen will meet with Mama?"

Xander reconfirms the plan that Tania has put together. Just in case, who knows Tania changed her mind. Maybe some time ago Tania said 'yes', but a minute later the woman could have said 'no'. We never know what will happen in the future. Therefore, Xander wanted to make sure again before they parted, returning to their respective homes.

"It has. Later I asked Surti to take Arsen to the office after school so we could go together to the hospital. If you want to come, just meet there," said Tania steady. His determination is unanimous to tell Miranda that his marriage to Xander is blessed with a handsome boy, inheriting genes from the father.

Xander glanced sharply at Tania. "Why is that? Is there a guy in your office who has a crush on you so you don't want him to know if we were married? You want to hide the fact that I'm your ex-husband, don't you?"

Tania clucked in annoyance. "You know nothing! Always be narrow minded. I think after all this time we parted your habits have changed. However, the fact remains the same always draws conclusions without wanting to hear the explanations of others. I thought a thousand times about accepting you again as my husband. If your bad nature is still inherent in us could our household end up happy?"

"Aaw!" tania shrieked as the woman's body jolted forward.

Xander stepped on the brake pedal suddenly. Luckily Tania had a seat belt around her body. If not, maybe at this time his chest hit the dashboard of the car.

The sole heir to the V Pramono Group business empire stopped the pace of the vehicles just like that without noticing if there was another vehicle behind them or not shortly after hearing Tania's remarks.

Staring sharply like a wild animal that is eyeing its prey. "After what we did together, you still doubt me? Tania, tell me what else to do to convince you that I've changed."

"I have confessed my mistake and promised to improve myself to be the best father and husband for you and our son, Arsen. Doesn't that prove enough that I deserve a second chance?"

Xander's voice sounded soft. His hazel eyes locked onto Tania's brown irises, leaving her unable to pucker. The reflection of the light coming from the street lights barged through the window of a luxury car owned by young master Vincent Pramono, highlighting a pair of beautiful, clear eyes. Tania could see those beautiful eyes start to glaze over.

That sturdy hand touched both of Tania's shoulders tightly. "Must I disappear from this earth forever so that you know that my love is truly sincere and pure to you, Tania? Was I-"

"Sst .. don't say anything else! I know that you still love me, Xander. You also know how I feel about you. Since then until now there is no other man in my heart but you. You still occupy the highest position in my heart." Tania cupped Xander's face and stared fixedly at her ex-husband. "Just, I still need time to solve all the mess that's going on between us. Once all is done then think about the continuation of our relationship."

"You .. are willing to wait for me, right?" tanyanya hesitated. "The reason why I didn't ask you to pick me up and Arsen up at Mr. Johan's company, wasn't because there was another guy after me. I just don't want my coworkers to gossip about you. What if they're talking about your bad?"

"Are you prepared if your reputation as CEO is ruined by being close to a lowly employee like me? No shame if they make fun of you because a reliable CEO who is famous for being quite successful in the business world turns out to like a one-child widow?" tania continued, revealing what was worrying her at this moment.

Bringing one hand of Tania close to the lips. Xander kissed the back of the woman's hand lovingly. "I don't care about other people. Let them mock me for falling in love with a widow. Most importantly I'm happy living with you and our son."

Xander took a long breath. "If you don't want to think about our future yet, fine, it doesn't matter. I'll wait for you until you're ready."

"Thank you, Xander, for understanding my situation." Mengulum smiled sweetly in front of Xander. "Can we continue the journey? I can't wait to tell her about our plan to take her to meet her grandmother. He must be so happy to see Aunt Miranda."

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While Xander takes Tania home to the apartment, Lidya's parents have just arrived from Japan. The couple swung their feet into a luxurious Victorian house. A house that is very identical to the decoration that has a distinctive touch from the days of the British empire.

"Good night, Mr and Mrs." One of the servants welcomed the arrival of Lidya's parents. A little bow before them.

"The guy who just got out of here, who? Why did you let a stranger into my house?" ask Lidya's biological mother ketus. Wearing an unhappy expression at the butler standing before him.

Without looking up at the head, the butler replied, "The man dressed in all black just now is Non Lidya's friend. Miss Lidya herself asked the man to come see her."

"However, it should be you-"

"Alright, Ma. Don't extend it any more! Let Lidya take her friend to this house. He's an adult, don't get too restrained!" spray Martin with an elevated tone of speech. Too tired to hear a talk from his wife. "Prepare dinner for us. Thirty more minutes should be ready at the dinner table."

"Good Sir. Then excuse me first." The servant withdrew from the presence of Martin and Mala.

The sound of footsteps could be heard entering the living room. Black shoes and high heels as high as five inches echoed in all corners of the room. When the two set foot in a room measuring 5×5 meters, I heard Lidya's voice talking about something.

Intrigued by what Lidya was thinking, Martin sped up and stood in front of the mere princess. "What secrets do you want to hide from us?"

Lidya's reflexes looked up at the girl's face and how surprised she was to find her mom and dad standing with question mark-filled eyes. "Mrs ... Papa's. Y-you're home yet?"

"Based on a stupid kid! Can't you hear our footsteps just now?" sulk Martin. The man's attitude was never gentle to Lidya. "Say, what secret are you keeping behind us? Papa doesn't want you to do stupid acts that further tarnish the family's good name."

"It's enough that you can smear our good name during your engagement some time ago. And papa won't, you throw dirt in front of me again. Understood?" martin.

Lidya replied, "Ehm .. i-it .. I was preparing a surprise party for Mama and Papa. Soon, you'll be 26 years of marriage. Therefore, I want to prepare something special for Papa and Mama. I hope you both like it."

Lidya is forced to lie because she does not want to be sprayed by Martin if the man knows that he is the one who caused Miranda to enter the hospital. He believes Martin must have scolded him as much as when the video was making out with other men were watched by many invited guests when the engagement was held.

Martin seemed to hear the words of Lidya. "Oh .. so. Papa thinks you're doing something behind our back. Apparently, he's preparing a surprise party. Yes, continue your activities. Mom and Dad went inside first. Remember, don't embarrass me again in front of everyone. Otherwise, papa won't hesitate to teach you a lesson."

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