In-laws, Children and Daughters
Berliana's New Life Journey

Berliana finally decided to live together with her son, Kenzo, in the apartment where she lived while still with her husband, Kenzie.

She wants to start a new life with the guidance of Hartanti, the aunt of her late husband, although the Hartanti family asks her to stay in their home. But Berliana did not want to, because he was also an outsider who was nobody anymore without any ties except for the existence of Kenzo alone at this time.

"Tante and Om, Berliana want to talk about something important."

Burhan and Hartanti, the work of looking at each other to hear Berliana's words that look serious at this time.

"What's up, Berliana?" ask Hartanti gently.

"I have decided to live alone with Kenzo and start a new life. I feel that this is the right move for us." Finally Berliana made her point.

Hartanti shook her head at the words of Berliana, whom she had already considered her own son.

"Berliana, I understand that you want to have an independent life with Kenzo. We want you to stay in our house. We feel responsible for you after Kenzie's departure."

Burhan hurriedly nodded in agreement with his wife, as he also did not want Berliana to leave his house.

Berliana has decided to live alone with Kenzo and wants to start a new life. She seeks guidance from Hartanti, the aunt of her late husband, to assist in the process. However, the Hartanti family wants Berliana to stay in their home.

"Berliana greatly appreciates the attention and good feelings of the family, Om and Auntie. But I also need to find my own way. Berliana is no longer anyone here, except for Kenzo. I want to learn how to face these life challenges and become more independent."

Hartanti looked riled up to hear Berliana's words. "But, Berliana, you are part of our family. We care about you and Kenzo. I'm afraid you'll have a hard time living this new life without the support and guidance we can provide."

Berliana smiled happily at Hartanti's words. "I really appreciate the attention, Aunt Hartanti. But I also want to prove to myself that I am capable of doing this. Berliana wants to create a stable and happy environment for Kenzo, and I believe I can do it with guidance and help from aunt and om."

Hartanti immediately nodded her head in agreement. She also looked at her husband and was both smiling.

"Alright, Berliana. I understand your desire to prove yourself. If that's what you want, I'll support you. But, remember that we are always here for you if you need any help or support."

Berliana finally felt relieved. He smiled and nodded.

"Thank you, Auntie, Om. I really appreciate the support from you both. I hope we can still maintain a good relationship and maybe get to meet occasionally to share experiences and stories."

"Of course, Berliana. We will always be a part of your life and Kenzo. Do not hesitate to contact us if you need anything. May you succeed in starting this new life."

This time Burhan who spoke, because from earlier he just silently listened to the conversation his wife with Berliana.

But it turns out Hartanti did not give up. He even offered to marry Berliana to his son, Dylan, so that Berliana would still be in his house.

But Berliana is not ready to start a new life with a husband. Moreover, Dylan is still young, and of course also could have had his own lover out there. Berliana did not want to suppress Dylan's feelings and let everything go according to the destiny of Allah SWT, so that everything was not rushed.

"How, Berliana?" ask Hartanti after giving a proposal.

Burhan also seemed to agree to the proposal as they were most likely already talking about this in advance.

"Aante, Om. I appreciate the offer to marry Dylan. But I feel that I am not ready to start a new life with a marriage bond or a husband. Dylan is young, and I want to give him the freedom to find his own way of life."

Berliana refused subtly because she herself did not know how she felt when she saw a marriage.

"Liana, I understand your concern. But you should know that Dylan likes you a lot and wants to have a more serious relationship with you. We thought you'd make a good couple for her."

Berliana smiled faintly at the answer given by her aunt. "Liana appreciated Dylan's feelings, but I also had to think about my happiness and personal readiness. I want to build a stable and happy life for Kenzo, and right now I feel that getting married is not my top priority."

Hartanti offers to have Berliana marry her son, Dylan. However, Berliana feels that she is not ready to start a new life with a husband, moreover Dylan is still young and likely to have relationships with others out there.

Berliana wanted to honor Dylan's feelings and entrust everything to God's destiny. He didn't want to push or force anything on Dylan.

Hartanti is still trying to convince Berliana, although in fact he himself has not asked Dylan for an opinion. But as a mother, she knew how her son would feel if she was with Berliana and her son, Kenzo.

Dylan will look happy and love both of them well.

"Thank you for the understanding, Aunt Hartanti. I don't want to disappoint Dylan or hinder his happiness. But I have to follow my heart and intuition. I am sure that everything will go according to the destiny that Allah has set for us to live later."

Hartanti seemed to give up. "Alright, Berliana. We will respect your decision. Whatever you choose, we will continue to support you and Kenzo. Don't hesitate to ask for help if you need it."

"Thank you, Aunt Hartanti. I hope that we can keep a good relationship and support each other in the course of our lives. I pray that everything goes well for all of us."

Berliana did not want to impose her will on Dylan and chose to follow the will of Allah SWT and respect Dylan's personal life. Despite differences in views, they still support each other in their respective life journey.

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Elsewhere, Juwita is still in his usual state. Still think that his son is alive, happy with him. Guilt for what he did was suppressing him to depression. Moreover, he did not want to apologize to Berliana, his former daughter-in-law whom he had never liked since being taken to his house even though the one who brought him was Kenzie himself.

"My son must be playing in his room right now. I can hear his cheerful laughter."

"I'm sure he's putting his toys together in the living room. I'll go and play with him in a minute."

"Look, her favorite food is over. My son must have eaten everything. He's really here."

Juwita, who still maintains the belief that Kenzie is still alive and living happily with him. He felt very guilty for the actions or decisions he had taken, and this feeling of guilt pressured him into depression without getting good treatment because he always refused to be taken to the medical.

"Every night, I hold her hand while sleeping. My son always felt safe with me here."

"I heard my son's voice reading a story in the bedroom. He's so talented and smart."

Juwita continues to live in a strong belief that her son is alive and well. He tried to forget the painful events that had happened and tried to keep his hopes and happiness.

However, behind that belief, Juwita felt very guilty for the actions or decisions she had taken. There was deep regret and guilt that kept haunting him. These feelings, along with her beliefs that contradict reality, result in severe emotional distress, and Juwita is caught in a cycle of depression.

In addition, Juwita also has negative feelings for Berliana, her former daughter-in-law. Incompatibility and disagreement between them from the beginning, which has an impact on the disharmonious relationship. For this reason, Juwita did not want to apologize to Berliana, even though she realized that her actions had caused pain and sorrow for Berliana and also her granddaughter.

"When I talk to my son, he always answers funny and adorable. Nothing can replace him."

"My son used to run around the back yard of this house. He likes to play with his beloved dog there."

"He's really here, I feel the warmth of his embrace every time he hugs me. No one can convince me otherwise."

"Look at the pictures of art he made. My son must have spent a long time creating it."

"I always provide a comfortable bed for my son in his room. He sleeps well every night."

These words reflect Juwita's belief that goes beyond the fact that Kenzie is alive and at home with her. Juwita describes her child's interactions and whereabouts in very specific detail, though Kenzie has actually died and no longer lives with her.

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Hi.. This kind of novel is finished ya gaesss.

Take the positive points and throw out the negative ones.

Stay upbeat and healthy all...