I'm Just a Figurant
Ch 52 - Family Drama

After Alex died, I was alone with Winda. The awkward conditions really made me very unwell.

"Have you eaten? If not, I'll order you some food..."

"I ate Mom. You don't have to be too formal on me. Just call my name and communicate as usual."

Hah, so awkward again. We both stood up. I didn't know I had to do anything.

"Mom shouldn't bother me. Please rest when your body is tired."

Even though Winda said that, still I feel awkward. What exactly was the purpose of Alex bringing this woman here? Is Alex afraid I'm running away?

Yes, actually I intend to run away. But the man had read my mind. The proof is that he's now putting his guards here.

I decided to sit on the bed. Too long standing makes my legs ache.

"Have been a secretary for a long time?"

"It's been 5 years, Mom. But as secretary Mr. Yohan is only 6 months."

"If you do not answer, do not answer yes. Where does Alex work?"

"Just like in Mom's company before."

"Huh?"

"He's GH at the bank where Mom worked before."

"Well?!!"

I absorbed the information in surprise. Then I remembered Andre and Sizil's words. Andre said there was a change of GH, and I was told to check in on the organizational structure. But since my mind was busy with Alex, I didn't care about it.

Sizil also said that the new GH is young but fierce. That means that morning Alex came to my office. When I cry for regret. Alex can come to my office but has no intention of looking for me. It really seemed that the man did not have any feelings for me.

Then I remembered the words of Sizil. Sizil said there was a woman named Winda who was looking for me. What woman in question is this Winda standing in front of me? I'm very curious.

"Ehem... My friend said, You ever call the branch to ask me? If you can tell, what's the problem?"

"I don't know what the problem is, Mom. I was just following orders from Mr. Yohan. He told me to look for you."

A cold wind blew in my heart. I don't know why I'm happy to hear information like this.

"When did he tell you to look for me?"

"Since 2 months ago Ma'am. Because for the previous few months Mr. Yohan was still abroad."

DEG

My heart is back. Two months ago, the news of Princess D's wedding blew. That means Alex married Diana first, after that just looking for me? For what?!

"Oh so."

I became limp. I came back not excited. At first I was happy because Alex was trying to find me. But a second later I was again struck down by the bitter reality.

Oh, for what is it to be sad? It's no use, is it? Alex and Diana are married. They are also waiting for the presence of their baby. It can no longer be expected.

All I need to think about right now is preventing Alex from marrying me because I don't want to hurt Diana. We are both women. It is unimaginable if our beloved husband has another woman. I can't imagine how hurt Diana was.

"I... I'll rest first, yeah..."

I closed my eyes and tried to fall asleep. I don't want to think about Alex anymore. I just want to live happily with my son.

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I don't know how long I've been asleep. I woke up when I felt a gentle shock on my shoulder.

"Khan's... Khansas... Wake up baby..." I opened my eyes slowly. I looked at Alex who was crouching in front of me.

"Aahhh, it turns out I'm still dreaming..." I looked at Alex and held his face. The physical touch that really made me wake up. I am not dreaming!! Alex is really in front of me.

"J-what time?"

"It's almost Magrib. Wake up." Alex stroked my head. Makes me feel so very dear. But a moment later I realized and immediately brushed off his hand.

"L-yes I'm awake." I sat on the bed and the surprise came back to me. I saw my normally empty room leaping over seemed to be filled with several people. I looked one by one and... I recognize all of their faces!! Yes, they are my family!!

"Dad, I-mom?" My throat's choked. I can't say anything. The faces of Father, Mother and Fian looked sad. They look disappointed in me.

"Akhar!" I covered my stomach with a blanket. I don't want them to see my belly. But it was all for nothing. They've seen it all.

I was trembling waiting for their reaction. I was a disappointing child. Tears running down my cheeks. I'm sad... Really sad. I hurt my parents' hearts. Make a big hole in their hearts. I really don't deserve to be a child.

"Hiks... Hix... " I covered my face and cried. Too embarrassed to see them.

"Mother... How can I believe in gini?" I heard Mom's voice, and felt her hugging and crying. We cry together.

"Why did your son become like this? Wh why? Huuo..." I returned Mom's embrace.

"I'm sorry... Maafin Khansa Bu's... Excuse me... Huu... Sorry to disappoint you... Excuse me... Huu... Hicks..."

I don't know, I can't speak anymore. This was a surprise beyond my expectations. I know that one day my pregnancy will be known, but I don't think the scenario will be like this.

For almost half an hour we cried. Then, after Our cries subsided, Father occupied me. Mom and I sat in bed. While the men stood up, facing me as if to stand up to me.

"Khanza..." Vibrating body. I rarely call him by name. When he did, it was a sign that he was really angry and disappointed in me.

"Dad heard all the stories from Alex. I'm disappointed in you. I didn't expect my daughter to be like this..."

I was trembling at the words Dad said. He was always proud of me. This time he said his disappointment. My heart is really sad. I came back crying.

"Let her cry. Don't entertain him." Father said firmly. Makes me swallow with difficulty.

"This mistake is with both of you. But the biggest mistake is Khansa! You're pregnant, out of work, out of town without our knowledge! You lied to us! Where did you learn to lie?! I never taught you to behave like that!"

"Huuu... Huuu... Hick..." I can only cry a sigh.

"Alex is looking for you. He already has good intentions. Why did you refuse to marry him? Wh why? Do you feel capable of raising your own child? Do you not care about the insults that will be obtained on that child?! Why are you being selfish? Don't you think your son will also need a father figure?! What do you think Khansa?!"

"Dad... Hicks..." I feel like I want to kill Alex. He seems to have brainwashed my father to his side. Makes me the villain and the most guilty person here. God knows, for a whole month I've been waiting for Alex to hear. But that man just found me after getting married to Diana. Am I wrong to refuse to marry her?

"Alex has told me all about his condition. And Dad cursed him. Anyway Dad doesn't want to know, you should marry him! Now Alex can only marry you, but it doesn't matter! As long as the child in your womb has the figure of a father. You hear me talk Khansa?!"

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Hmmm... Alex cunning also turns out 👏👏👏