Reaching Hope
Chapter 135 Creating the Future

"No sir, it's better this way. I don't want to risk my family's life, let me keep this love. Hopefully he can let go of me and get a better girl who fits his father's criteria" said Clara.

"What's wrong, Clara? Why did you leave Juan, he was so miserable? Where have you been missing for so long?" ask Jhony streak.

Clara and Mr. Jarwo exchanged glances, indeed no one knows this problem other than him and his family, even Cindy also did not know this. The worry about each other's self makes them keep this secret tight.

"I put Axel to sleep first yeah, after that I'll tell you,"

Clara immediately took Axel to the room, after believing his son was sound then he came out. It seemed that Jhony was already impatiently waiting for his story, he remained in his seat not shifting in the slightest.

"What's going on, Clara? You love Juan so much, there must be a very strong reason for you to leave him, right?" ask Jhony curiously.

"But promise me, don't tell anyone about this, not even your mother" Clara said.

"Yes, I must have kept it a secret" said Jhony steadily.

Clara took her bag, she was seen picking up something. A camera, the evidence he's been carrying with him wherever he goes. Slowly he turned on the camera. Jhony looked seriously at him, he covered his mouth so as not to scream.

"I remember when your parents got picked up by the car. I think it's your brother's or your husband's, apparently..."

Jhony was very surprised, it turned out that their problem was very serious. Juan's father was a powerful man, capable of anything without being touched by the law. No matter how much one loves, it is impossible to sacrifice his family. He supports Clara's actions, according to him this seems like the best way.

It is a pity that Juan did not know that Clara was pregnant and had given birth to her son, he would be very happy if he found out. Patience slipped into his heart, but he could do nothing. Only able to pray that they both feel happy, even if not together.

"I was very confused at that time, lucky that there was a Mr. Faith who helped. I had absolutely no purpose, lucky God gave way through him" Clara recalled at the time.

"That's a pity for you, your burden is heavy. Must get used to living alone, although married and have a family. You're a great woman, Clara," praised Jhony sincerely.

"Fortunately I met a very nice person, they were all sincerely helpful there,"

Clara tells a long story about events during her time overseas alone, having to cost and work to survive. He sent his parents every month, but he never gave any news.

Mr. Jarwo was so surprised because he had never checked his account, because Cindy also could not send, their economic situation was difficult the past half year. Clara also just found out if her brother is pregnant with a second child, even though his first child is not yet one year old. They were busy chatting to let go of longing and just broke up when Axel cried because of thirst.

***

Early in the morning, Iman came home after breakfast. Clara's parents thanked her a lot, Clara gave money to her but she refused because she considered Clara her own daughter.

"Don't kid, I'm sincere. You need it more to take care of Axel, I insyaallah there is another windfall," he refused subtly.

"For Axel already there himself, this is for you can make Sandra's tuition. The sustenance should not be denied" said Clara.

Mr. Iman still did not want to accept, but Clara knew the money was very useful for her. He secretly put it in the front seat, in his cab. He only realized after reaching probolinggo, when he was going to buy gasoline he saw the envelope in the front seat. How surprised it turns out after being opened contains a lot of money. Soon she contacted Clara, knowing that it was for her she could only thank and pray for the girl and her family.

***

The day went by so quickly, Axel's presence made Clara forget her husband a little. His busy life as a young mother was able to distract him about his love story. The more adorable Axel's day becomes, he's never short of affection because everyone loves him so much.

Today is Axel's birthday, Clara holds a small thanksgiving for her son. All the brothers and neighbors were invited, many asking for the whereabouts of Axel's father. But they compactly answer it so that no one is suspicious of the absence of Juan. The event took place lively because of Axel's very entertaining behavior. Today Cindy is also holding her four-monthly pregnancy event, but only modestly because their economy is receding.

"Sir, Mom, I want to talk seriously" said Clara finished praying isya'.

Mr. Jarwo and Ms. Dina immediately sat down with Clara.

"What's up, son?" ask Dina ma'am.

"Axel the longer it gets bigger, I have to plan for his future. I have to save up from now on, Mom and Dad also need money for school sisters. I'm going to work again, so I can help" Clara replied.

"This should be the responsibility of the Father, son. You can not continue school, now it becomes the backbone of this family. Had there not been that accident, you would not have fared like this,"

Mr. Jarwo felt so sad, the accident at that time had taken away his health. He can not work hard, otherwise he will be short of breath. Once he was determined to work because he did not have the heart to see his wife work alone, only half a day he had to go to the hospital immediately. Lucky when it was helped by Jhony's father so it can still survive.

"That's it, it's not your fault. This is a fate that we must accept with great heart. Can I leave Axel here while I work in the city, sir, Mom?"

"He's my grandson, son. It is our duty to take care of him, work quietly. We'll take care of her like we took care of you first" replied Ms. Dina.

"I believe it, that's why I left it here. It was hard to leave Axel as a child, but you're the only ones I trust. Actually, Mr. Iman's family wants to take care of him sincerely, but I don't want to trouble them" said Clara.

Only a few more days of his life will be over. He must quickly set a future for his small family. He will use the rest of this time to always be close to Axel, his soulmate who makes him able to face any problems. If Juan had seen how funny their love fruit is, Ah... Clara did not dare to fantasize too far. He should be able to forget his good memories with the man.