Married Without Love
Does He Love Me?

"I love you, my wife."

The heart of who does not melt hears the declaration of love from the husband, who has never expressed love to him. Yanti, enjoying her husband's warm embrace. It was so hot this afternoon.

"I'm sorry."

Yanti's eyes rounded wide when she heard a whisper of apology from her husband's mouth. His promise to forgive Deni if he comes and apologizes to her, must be accepted. Yanti held back a smile, as Deni kissed her hair.

"Don't you let me in?" dani asked whispering in Yanti's ear.

"How am I going to let you in, if you still hold me?" answer Yanti flat.

"Oh, sorry. I was too excited," Deni said softly as he let go of his embrace.

"Come in, I must have been waiting for you," Yanti said as she walked away.

"Dad?" mummified Deni.

Deni steps up to follow Yanti even though Deni is still confused by Yanti's words. But Deni tried to be ordinary so as not to create tension between them back. Deni was already quite happy, seeing Yanti's attitude towards him. Despite his departure 5 months ago, in the middle of the night and without his permission.

The permit, Deni only gave when Deni knew that Yanti lived with her biological parents. Even though it is only limited to estimates and not yet a belief. Because that belief will be proven later after the DNA test results come out.

Deni sits in the living room, while Yanti calls her father. Not long after, Mr. Hadi came out with a smile.

"Deni, it's like you have telepathy. Know that your wife is at my house" said Mr. Hadi, sitting down.

"Dad could have. Deni just guessed. Where will he go, if not to Father's house" Deni replied as he kissed his father-in-law's hand.

"Dad only asks for one thing, be patient with Yanti. His life has been a lot of trouble. Actually I'm sorry, I took the child. I can't give him happiness. He always gave her sadness. Deni, can you help Yanti, find her real parents?" ask Mr. Hadi sad.

"Dad, Deni will try to find Yanti's biological parents. Did Yanti have a necklace when I found her?" ask Deni.

"true."

"Where is the necklace?" asked Deni curiously.

"Dad sold it to a gold shop on the Queen's street, for the cost of his mother's treatment. I remember, on the necklace it was written the name 'Vani'. So it's possible that his real name is Vani" replied Hadi, sighing.

"Then, the name Yanti. Where did you get that name?" ask Deni again.

"Later, the name of the dead father's son who was the same age as him, when I found him almost drowned in the river. The river that had drowned Yanti and the river also made me meet Yanti now," replied Deni while taking a deep breath.

"Aren't you trying to find Yanti's parents? At least, I can report to the police," Deni asked again.

"It was Dad's fault. When he regains consciousness and he forgets who his family is, even his own name forgets, Dad wants him to be Yanti's replacement. If Yanti's parents knew that if my daughter took me, they would sue me for kidnapping their daughter? I know what it's like to lose a child, they must be very sad. I want to apologize to them."

"Dad, Dad's remorse will be enough to keep them from suing you. Deni will try to help Dad as much as I can," said Deni gave support to his father-in-law who began to fear.

"Don't tell Yanti. Even though he said he was willing to live with Dad, but Dad knew he would want to live in his real family environment. I'm afraid he's sad."

"Dad. Actually, I found Yanti's real parents. DNA testing is needed as evidence. Just look at the results two weeks ahead."

"really?" ask Mr. Hadi with a smile.

"Actually, he was also the person Deni had been looking for since childhood. Destiny turned out to have brought us together even though with a rather bitter path," said Deni sad.

"It's tea, please drink Daddy, Mas Deni. Yanti comes in first" said Yanti while serving tea to her father and husband.

"Yanti, wait," said his father.

"What's the matter Dad?" ask Yanti.

"Tonight, Deni will stay here."

"But, Dad. There is no room for him to sleep in" Yanti replied, explaining.

"You are husband and wife, you certainly have to share a room with him," replied Mr. Hadi while looking at Deni.

"For so long, Nak Deni has never stayed at Dad's house. Cook up and let your husband sleep in this hard chair, Yanti?" ask Mr. Hadi while hitting a chair made of wood.

"Alright, he can have a room with me," Yanti replied rather irritatedly.

Yanti could no longer resist. Finally he allowed, Deni one room with him. Meanwhile, Mr. Hadi and Deni smiled at Yanti's attitude.

"Thank you, I helped me to be with him. There are many things that Deni must explain to him," said Deni happy.

"May it work."

They drank the tea Yanti made. After the night began to approach, Deni went into Yanti's room to rest. There Yanti was lying behind him and did not move. But Deni was sure, Yanti must have not slept. How to handle it is very easy. Deni lies down next to her, and hugs Yanti from behind. If he reacts, he is not asleep.

"Let's talk for a minute. Just give me one chance to apologize to you" Deni whispered softly in Yanti's ear.

Yanti has not yet commented on Deni's words. There was no reaction.

"Should I bow at your feet as my apology? Or, should I beat myself up as my guilt-redeemer? Well, since you're silent, you want me to punish myself" Deni said.

Deni then let go of his embrace. Then he sat down slowly and prepared to start the action. Deni closed his eyes before starting. The first slap landed on his cheek which gave rise to his own palm mark.

Deni prepares for the second slap. Suddenly, someone pulled his hand. Deni opened his eyes and saw Yanti was looking at him sadly while holding her hand.

"Yanti, I'm sorry. I just wanted to explain everything to you. I know, I was wrong and I want you to give me a chance to start over again" Deni said hopefully.

Yanti just nodded slowly.

"Hurt?" ask Yanti sadly.

"It's okay. It hurts more if you don't want to talk to me" Deni replied with a smile. "I'll tell you a story while sleeping."

Deni settles down in a half-leaning position. While Yanti followed Deni's direction lying on her chest. Yanti felt a sense of comfort as Deni stroked her hair gently.

Deni starts telling stories from the beginning he suspects Yanti as his father's mistress until his evil plan traps Yanti in order to become his wife. Even that night, because Deni was jealous of his own father.

Yanti was a bit upset when she heard Deni's confession. Moreover, knowing if Deni married her was not for love. Their marriage was completely devoid of love. Deni realizes that Yanti is upset with him. Hence he tightened his embrace even he kissed Yanti's forehead to make her calm down.

"But I started loving you when I saw you had a bag hanger. The hangers I gave to Vani, the little girl my mother had kidnapped," Deni said, were a shock.

"bag hanger? Vani's? Are you the one who gave me the hanger, brother?"

"True, I gave you that hanger. And I once promised that we would definitely meet again," Deni said with a sweet smile.

"Thank you for saving me that day. Although I still can't see my father and mother," Yanti replied as she smiled back at Deni.

"I'm gonna fix what my mom did to you. I promise, I will reunite you with your real parents" Deni said excitedly.

"But I've forgotten their faces. I can't remember anything about them anymore. How can I recognize if it's them?" ask Yanti sadly.

"Don't worry, I have my own way of meeting you with them. I just want you to forgive me and give me a chance to be with you forever. Love me, like I love you," Deni said expectantly.

"Sure, I will try to love you with all my heart. But ...."

"But what? I promise, I will never force my will on you again. I'll wait until you're ready to be my full wife" Deni replied.

"Not that, I'll try to be a good wife to you. But, I need to learn. Can Mas Deni teach me?" ask Yanti .

"of course. I also try to be a good husband to you. If I'm wrong, you can remind me."

Their conversation begins to warm up when Deni begins to dare kiss Yanti's cheek. Yanti who was shocked looked timidly did not dare to look at Deni. Just look at the smile of a couple without burden again.

Will tonight be a beautiful night for both?

Seriate