Heart Darkness
Chapter 3 Aruhi's Bloody Cry ...

Night is rising. Cold air flushed into every corner of the room. Behind the warm blanket, Aruhi struggled uneasily. Mother's face continued to shadow and Mother's sudden departure this morning continued to repeat in memory. Dad hasn't come home to end his loneliness and comfort him. While the new nanny, fell asleep on the sofa in the middle room. Sofa .. where Mom used to complain. The snoring of the Danish echoed in their small house.

"Mother .. have mercy on Ruhi ...." Aruhi started to wail again. Tears just flow, without being able to stop.

"Mother ...Step Mom on Ruhi ...."

The pillow was in tears, the blanket was wet with snot melts. Aruhi's small eyes have swollen and sore from crying too much.

It's okay if Mom's nagging like the night's gone by. Or drinking and smoking while swearing, as long as you are in this house. Don't leave Aruhi alone. Never beheaded and ignored, not a problem, most importantly Mother did not leave. That'sthat's all.

"Mother ... What should Ruhi do to keep her here?" Sobbing until his throat is dry.

Benn returned home and headed straight for Aruhi's bedroom. The poor girl must still be sad to remember her mother. It sounded clear from every loud hustle. Has she been crying all day? Benn sighed heavily and exhaled slowly. She wore that cute face. Remains of tears stuck there.

"Dad???"

Aruhi got up and hugged Benn tightly.

"You haven't slept, son?"

"Can we catch up with Mom and take her home? It's only been a day but Aruhi can't do it without Mom . " said Aruhi started crying.

"Darling ...."

"I beg Dad. Can we try?"

"alright. You should go to bed now and we'll go see your mother tomorrow."

"Promise?"

"Yeah .. I promise."

Aruhi was a little entertained and slept soundly in the arms of the father until the morning.

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Aruhi wakes up in the morning with a new hope in her mind, bringing Mom back home. The smell of toast and omelet was tempting, not so he responded. Hurriedly Aruhi jumped down and went straight to the bathroom. She brushed her teeth, took a shower and changed clothes. Her brown hair is parsed. Hello Kitty clasps hold her bangs so they don't get scattered. He hurried to open the closet. There are a lot of pretty dresses I bought for her. Aruhi chose one pink and cherry blossom patterned.

When he came out of the room, he greeted him in amazement. Dad was astonished too.

"Ruhi??? It's beautiful ...."

"Dad, Dad. Aren't we going to take Mom home this morning?"

Aruhi stood hesitatingly at the door because Dad seemed unprepared, like he had forgotten about last night's appointment. Benn regained his senses after hearing that hopeful innocent request.

"Eh, that's .. okay. We'll have breakfast, Dad."

Benn nodded in agreement inwardly began to fidget. It is not easy to bring Salsa back, even arguably it is impossible.

"How about we go to the Dream Land Rides? You said you really wanted to go there?"

Benn tries another trick to distract Aruhi. Presumably Aruhi forgot the promise last night.

"That's great, Dad. But, after we invite Mother, yes .. "surely take a piece of bread and start chewing. Aruhi's eyes are slightly swollen, probably from crying too much. Benn could not see Aruhi's sadness.

"Alright .. finish your breakfast! I'll get ready."

Benn straightened his shoulders, heart. If Aruhi still wanted to fight for Salsa, why would Benn give up instead? The man went to the room and returned 20 minutes later in a black, dapper suit.

"Come ... Dad, but do you know Mom's house?"

"Emm .. of course. Aruhi .. come here first, son!"

Benn raised Aruhi in his carriage.

"For example, your mother doesn't want to come home with us, can you not force her?" ask Benn carefully.

Aruhi thought for a moment before replying, "How about we try first, Dad?"

"Dad, of course. It's just .. I don't want you to be sad anymore after seeing your mother. Especially if your mother refuses to come home with us."

"Alright, Dad .. but, we have to try first!"

Benn nodded in agreement and went to the garage while still holding Aruhi. Benn kissed his daughter's face was fat. How could Salsa refuse a petite girl like the Princess of this fairyland? Aruhi eyes clear chocolates keorangean. So alluring with big pupils and lashes. When smiling dimples formed under the bow of the cheek jaw, not so deep and when crying her eyelashes become more curved. Benn again dipped Aruhi before fitting the seat belt.

Benn received word from his escort friend that Salsa was in Diomanta Pavilion. The magnificent mansion that Mr. Dio bought if Salsa changed his mind and took off Benn Amarante. That means they are still on one island even though different districts.

"Are we not going to meet Mom? Why are we going to this place, Dad?"

Aruhi was completely astonished. The house in front of them is like a palace in Disney movies.

"This is your mother's house, Ruhi."

"Did Mom really live here? Could it be because our house isn't this big."

Unparalleled. Their little house was the same as the gatekeeper's house up ahead. The grounds of this house are the size of one of their housing complexes. Aruhi became sad. I'm definitely not going to come home.

Their car escapes with the help of Benn's bodyguard friends. Despite the risk of losing their job, they remain loyal friends. Besides, Benn was driving Leon Durante's car, his boss. Mr. Dio has great respect for Mr. Leon.

The atmosphere of the magnificent house was quite crowded. Several luxury cars were parked in the courtyard. Perhaps, the Father held a welcoming party for the return of the beloved Princess.

"Benn, this is my last favor. You're looking to die by coming here."

A guard of Diomanta's trust, Benn's friend warns him. The two began to talk.

"What's the show, Yama?"

"Miss Salsa will marry William Conrad. Conrad's? The second-largest shareholder of Diomanta Company?"

Benn nodded lethargicly at the reply of that person named Yama.

"You'd better leave before Mr. Dio sees you."

"Ruhi wants to see her mother ...."

Ben answered the dilemma, glancing at Aruhi who was stunned at the luxurious house ahead.

"Benn, this house is guarded by special guards to anticipate if you dare to enter. They are highly trained and disciplined in their duties. I can only help you get here."

That was when Aruhi accidentally caught the figure he missed so much. Salsa was seen on a second-floor balcony, holding a wine glass and chatting with someone. Sometimes he smiles and laughs. Aruhi's lips are in bloom. He escaped from his seatbelt, opened the car door and ran with all his might towards the mansion.

"Mother!!! Ibuuuuuu .. " cried Aruhi happily and began to tear up. Her tiny hand waved asking Salsa to turn her head.

That shout attracted attention. Salsa petrified up there, clearly do not like the presence of Ruhi. A few men in black suits, rushed over and caught Aruhi's petite body.

"Mother ... release! I want my mother!!!" angry shouting. Aruhi thrashed around, looking at the balcony but could not find her mother anymore.

"Yumuuuuu!!!"

Benn was very panicked, got out of the car and caught up with Aruhi. However, a group of bodyguards came and began to repel Benn Amarante. Benn managed to subdue the bodyguards, one by one. As quickly as possible grab Aruhi into his arms.

"Dad ... I saw Mom, right there!" Aruhi let go of Benn's embrace and pointed towards the balcony.

"Listen Aruhi, this is a people's house. If you're like this, we won't be able to meet your mother. Hmmm???"

"I'm sorry, Dad!"

"What's this?"

Someone rebuked loudly. Aruhi held her father's hand strong. When he saw Benn Amarante, the man scoffed.

"Well God, Benn. How dare you come here and show me your nose! Teach him a lesson!"

"I'm sorry, sir. I just want to see my wife" Benn replied reluctantly.

"Ciiihhh!!! Your wife? Salsa was never your wife! Don't dream of you!"

"Mr Dio ...."

"Stop saying my name with your rotten tongue!"

That man who was called Lord Dio, was big and frighteningly tall. When angry, his face looks familiar.

Suddenly someone came from behind. The baseball bat in his hand and one hard swing, it landed right behind Benn's head. Benn screamed, clutching his nape, bending his knees before falling unconscious. That's the most powerful way because Benn Amarante is no ordinary bodyguard.

"DADD-HHHHH?!" Aruhi was screaming hysterically. Benn was even still beaten despite being unconscious.

"Stop! Don't beat my dad! I beg ... Ahhhh ...."

Aruhi hugged Benn's body tightly.