
Bia was glued when she entered Al's private room in her study. Not that there are photos of his marriage with Clara but even many photos of him with his children.
Al took Bia down, hugged her from behind. Semabri followed wherever Bia scanned the photos in the room.
Bia stopped at a larger frame. There is a picture of her smiling while wearing a western wedding dress. Without wearing a hijab. Next to the frame containing a photo of Al complete with his suit. From afar it certainly looks like a couple of brides.
" This photo, when I learned to make up from the mentor that Mas brought first" said Bia while looking back.
Al kissed Bia's cheek. Then nod. Smiling at Bia's expression that looked amazed by the atmosphere of the private room in her study.
" All my photos are here, where did you get them ? "
Al kissed Bia's ears and also Bia's neck which was still wrapped in a hijab. Question from Bia. Inhaling the vanilla scent of Bia's hair that still smelled despite still wearing the hijab.
" Answer first, "excited Bia while slightly away from Al's body, to escape Al's embrace and kiss. Although his body had already started to goosebumps due to Al's kiss.
" Of course from the cctv at home." said Al as he re-captured Bia in his arms.
" There's still a lot. You want to see it ? " whispered Al.
" When have you seen the cctv footage, Mas ? "
" Since you lived in the apartment with Mama and Kia. "
" All my activities at home with Sister Wimpi and Bik Amy are even here" Bia exclaimed in amazement.
" Of course. Wherever you are, smile and laugh. I always miss your smile. I tried so many times to meet you at Mama's apartment. But they don't allow me. " complained Al upset.
" Of course, because they're afraid I'm getting traumatized by you. Afraid you'll hurt me again. At that time, they did not want us to separate. "
Al tightened his arms, remembering the foolishness of his past.
" I'm sorry. "pinta Al while kissing Bia's head.
" These photos?, instead of this photo before Mas married Kak Clara ? "
" yes. I feel guilty for breaking your phone first. I actually bought you a cell phone, but I haven't had time to give it to you. I filled that phone with all your pictures, " replied Al.
" You just threw my phone away. Of course I was angry. " complained Bia while laughing remembering it.
" If you knew Bi. Look at all your pictures on that phone. It can make me fall in love with you. I even convinced myself to stop drinking liquor, I was afraid that I would hurt you again. At that time, I'm sure I can convince you that I've changed. And make you willing to stay with me again.
And you're just saying this is just because of my guilt. I loved you long before I dared to express it. Until I realized, I was too late.
I can't lie to my heart. The more I get away from you, the more fertile that feeling is. My love is growing towards you. Plus my gut feeling about the kids. My concern about your pregnancy led me to believe it was my son" explained Al.
Bia felt goosebumps for a moment. Didn't expect so much of Al's love for her.
" Why put it here ? Brother Clara must have been jealous to see all of this. "
Al chuckles. Then look at the reflection of Bia's face in the mirror of Al's wardrobe. Still hugging Bia from behind.
" Clara doesn't even know that in my office there's my private room. You're the only woman who came into my private room. "
" Don't you ever touch Clara again since the first night ?"
Al nodded.
" I can't. I don't want to hurt him. Every time I come into physical contact with him. Even if just hugging him. All you say is your name Bi. You may doubt me, but you know. On our first night, I even imagined your face Bi. That's why I kept my distance from him. I'm afraid I'm gonna hurt him deeper.
I've been planning our divorce. But the news of Clara's uterus removal prevented me from doing so. Moreover, your ridiculous request to promise not to divorce Clara. You know for sure, if I can't refuse anything you ask."
Bia looked into the eyes of Al who was staring at him from the mirror reflection.
" This room , be a silent witness. How tormented I have been in my longing all this time. How tormented my mind was when I received the results of the DNA test you faked. How tormented I was with my hunch that still says that the child in your cage is my son. "
She turned and looked at Al. The eyes have condensed. It was as if he still felt pain from his torment first. Bia's hand stretched out holding Al's cheek
" I'm sorry, I'm sorry " said Bia while putting her forehead on Al's forehead.
Her tears are flowing. Imagine the pain of Al all this time.
" Why apologize ? Heemm,, ? "
" Because of my fear, Mas will take the children away if he finds out about the facts. My concern, if Mas and Kak Clara's household will fall apart when they find out the facts. I'm sorry Mas. For the pain. "pinta Bia while holding Al's chest.
" Can anyone here, sincerely forgive me and those who have tormented Mas all this time ? "
" Promise me you'll stay here with me. I don't know how I will be if you're not by my side. Moreover, there is no longer a barrier for us. Promise Bi. "
" But I have to promise to forgive me and Mama. Kia, Om Leon. "
Bia kissed Al. Then smile.
" I promise, I'll be with you wherever you live" she said.
Al smiled happily and hugged Bia tightly.
" I'm happy Bi. You don't know how happy I am now. "
" Mad you haven't promised me. At home, I promise I won't ignore Mama again. But the truth ? " protest Bia while releasing her embrace.
" yes. I-i promise. After making another grandchild for my mother. I'm gonna apologize. "
" Cckkk, that's again. I thought Mas had forgotten about it. It's still morning. "
" It is precisely because it is still morning that I will take my medicine. "
Bia grumbled until her mouth conicaled. Al immediately grabbed him. And led Bia to her bed. Lose Bia there. Back to doing the wise sport.
" Where's Bia, Ki ? "
" Of course locked up, Al. My mother's son has been a widower for a long time. Being a bride again of course she will sabotage Kak Bia. "
" You hit Tian Ki" prank Azalea.
" The kids are still in Clara's room ? "
" They fell asleep, after being fed Wimpi. Al and Bia even missed their breakfast. "
" They are Ma's dogs again. That alone had already made them full. "kiss Zaskia while laughing.
" What are you going to do after this, Ki ? "
" I'd like to see the financial statements made by Bia Ma. "
" Bia ? Mall Expo financial report ? "
" yes. "
" Can Bia be ? "
" Kak Al used to bring a mentor to megajari Kka Bia. And this time Brother Bia wants to practice it. Let's see the result, " replied Zaskia.
" all right. Take laptop. Mama will help you check Bia's report. You can check our property business. Munghu mom in Clara's room. The twins are waking up. "
" My Mama Siaapp. "
*****
Azalea and Zaskia looked at each other after seeing the Expo mall financial report that Bia had handled. After Zaskia's departure to Mother Tian's house.
" Ma Perfect. "
" Yes Ki. It's like the report Al. "praise Azalea.
" Now, I don't have to work alone. There's Brother Bia who'll help me. And I hope that Brother Al is not selfish by locking Brother Bia in the room. "
" Your brother has held back too long" prank Azalea.
" It looks like Mama's going to get a grandchild. "
" From you ? "
" From Kka Al dong Ma. "
" Then, you guys ? When will my mom hear the good news ? "
" I also hope soon Ma. "
" Why not go to Gita. "
" Now Ma. Me and Brother Tian still want to enjoy our togetherness. After all, there is a kenbar that complements our family."
" Yes you're right. Most importantly, you are not too stressed to think about it. "
Zaskia nodded in understanding.