Let Me Love Your Wife (Not an Ex)
Maverick Shane's

Dusk almost greeted and Elle just arrived at her house. His return was warmly welcomed by the middle-aged woman who still looked beautiful. The luxurious and elegant appearance showed how high his standing was.

The Elle family is a beautiful family. In the past, the service companies they managed were highly developed. Well, at least he was in that position.

"Darling, why is your face wrinkled?" ask Marissa—ibu Elle.

"Should I explain in detail, Mam?" Elle sat down on the sofa and put down to whatever place the paper bag she was carrying.

"sorry. Mama knows this isn't fair to you, but .. ah, if only Mas Andres were still around. You don't have to go through this, Elle," Marissa said.

Elle shuffled and hugged her mother tightly, "Mam, don't be sad. Papa's calm down there, we don't burden him. I'm fine, just need some time to accept all this."

"I'm sorry Mama, son."

"Here you go, Mum, don't be sad! Believe me, I'm fine," said Elle.

He saturates while inhaling the fragrant chypre that emanates from his mother's body. Intentions seek tranquility, but even a sense of tightness is acquired. Unknowingly, her tears fell, soaking her lentic hair and cotton-white cheeks.

"Ah world, too hard you treat me," wailed Elle inwardly.

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The silver metallic Honda Civic glides amid the congested city streets. The two men inside talked to each other and laughed. Although the things discussed are not useful, but they enjoy it.

They are Reyvan and his close friend—Ricko. Ricko is the only friend who does not have a partner. His adventures in the night world are quite wild, so do not consider it important a relationship. For him, as long as biological needs are fulfilled, to hell with marriage.

"When do you think you continue? Three heads old, still old. You don't want to kayak Leon and Azriel? Happy for them, fiancee, and soon marriage." Reyvan glanced at his friend. "I'm also actually planning a wedding, it's just .. I don't know what's going on with Elle, too" she said in her heart.

"Ribetan, Rey. I don't want to get caught up in a bond of selfishness" Ricko replied.

Not without reason he thought so, but the dark story of his parents who left trauma for him.

"Not all weddings are like that. If you marry the right woman, there will be no selfishness or anything."

"Now, the right life is not easy. Wait even for my saga. Anyway, it's a pity that the clear girls are taken. As long as there is a 'narrow' chance, why not?" Ricko chuckles.

"Sableng base!" Reyvan Umpat.

He stays focused on the wheel, not caring about Ricko's laugh getting louder. Shortly after, Ricko asked a serious question.

"Why did you tumben, Rey, to the kayak gini show invite me? Elle's got another show, huh?"

Within seconds, Reyvan was silent. Let alone answering with long sentences, turning no, as if Ricko's question was just the wind.

"Lah bengong. You have a problem with Elle?" Ricko asked again.

Reyvan exhaled a long breath, "Nothing. He's just busy."

Ricko nodded. However, he did not believe Reyvan's answer. He thought they were fighting.

Ten minutes later, they arrived at the Shan Senor Building. The atmosphere was crowded at that time. Many invited guests were present, both from the upper and middle class. Reyvan and Ricko walked towards the entrance and thrust out an invitation card. Then they joined the other guests.

"Tumben with this predator, where's Elle going?" azriel asked as Reyvan greeted her.

"For him busy, can't get out" Reyvan lied.

"Titip greetings yes, Rey. I haven't seen her in a long time" said Atana— betrothed to Azriel.

"Yes. I'll tell you later." Reyvan smiled wryly.

"What was your proposal plan yesterday? Smooth, right?" Leon chimed in. He knows Reyvan's plan is to propose to Elle.

"Currently." Reyvan answered briefly.

Then, he took a moment to say hello to his partner. But that's just an excuse. Reyvan deliberately avoided so that his friends did not ask much about Elle.

Reyvan picked up a drink and took it to a corner of the room. He wanted to keep quiet there, quieting the thought that was again muddled by Elle's shadow.

However, Reyvan's intention was ignored because of someone's greeting.

"Master, Rey!"

Reyvan turned his head and found the figure of a grown man who still looks handsome. In a silver tuxedo, the man looked handsome and charismatic.

"Thank you for being present, a matter of pride for me, Mr. Rey. Hope you enjoy this event," continued the man who bears the name Maverick Shane— owner Shan Senor. He spoke as he reached out to Reyvan.

Reyvan greeted the hand with enthusiasm. How not, Maverick is a big man who is very influential in this country. Being in a relationship with him is the dream of almost everyone, including Reyvan.

"You're overreacting, Mr. Erick. It is precisely me who is very grateful, you would invite me officially," Reyvan said with a little bow.

Maverick chuckled, "Without you, I'm not so lucky. So, it's only natural that I invite you and thank you in person."

Reyvan. He does not understand the meaning of Maverick's words. However, when he was about to ask, the man had already resigned himself. Reyvan simply shook his head and returned to his initial intention of sitting in the corner of the room.

"If only Elle were still beside me, this must not be boring" Reyvan murmured after sitting alone for a long time.

Reyvan plays his drink glass while remembering the days spent with Elle. In an event like this, Reyvan will be treated to a beautiful face and a sweet smile that is second to none. Let alone an hour or two, a day and night will not be bored.

Now, unaccompanied by Elle, Reyvan feels bland. The messages given were not heard at all. In fact, Reyvan is not interested in seeing the appearance of someone who conveys it. Intention to find new relationships, suddenly also run aground.

"Ngapain was also with Ricko. Try to go alone, free to go home at any time. Bored here" Reyvan grumbled.

"Get by the next event, I will introduce a very special woman. Tonight, we're getting engaged. I deliberately celebrated with the company's anniversary because the wedding is not long, only a two-month break from now. Let the invitees watch the ring exchange event, more we hope, the invitees will be willing to give prayers and blessings for us."

Applause sounded boisterous welcoming the happy news delivered Maverick. After years of rumors that he was gay, Maverick broke the news tonight. He managed to silence the mouths of those who spoke without evidence.

"I'm going to call my special lady. Perhaps, he was no stranger to some of the people who were here. Elleane Zee is the youngest daughter of the late Andres Benedict Zee. Honey, come here!"

Seriate...