The Murder of the Beloved
Chapter 23

But now he is contemplating it. Does the situation match the advice his father gave him?

Imagine, he was terrorized by Bram through a vague, subtle treatment, and can only be felt by himself. Something that does not leave a physical mark. There are no witnesses. Of course there's a point. It is impossible for people to struggle without a purpose. Della's opinion is most acceptable. Bram wants to push her away. Doesn't the person who is afraid always want to run away? Bram knew he could stay at his father's house or Della's. Butwhy? Impossible if the reason is only because Bram wants to be alone with his mother. All this time he never bothers even if he always avoids. Surely it was not enough for Bram he came out of the house then the man was satisfied. Does Bram want to rule the house? But that doesn't feel possible. The house has letters, so it can't be taken for granted. Suddenly Dinda shuddered as a very ugly thought emerged. Ah, naw. Della has suggested that she try to think positively. If the mind always starts bad, and then is dominated by ugliness, then it means that it is approaching unconsciousness. How appalling.

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Usually, when Dinda leaves for school at half-seven in the morning, her mother doesn't wake up. While Bram has not returned from his routine activities, namely jogging in Senayan. He went there early in the morning by car. After Bram left, Dinda got up and started with her exercises. He has plenty of time and is safe to practice on his own. While Bi Imah does not bother what he sees. He had seen Johan train quite often before, when the man was still his master. When it is often invited to participate in breathing exercises. "Let aunty stay healthy" Johan reasoned. Even though he already felt healthy without doing those exhausting movements. Of course he had tried, but afterwards he felt bored and lazy when the benefits were not felt.

Meanwhile Lilis enjoys her life lazing around while sipping the love of her husband. When she was Johan's wife, the man often half forced her to wake up early so that her body was healthier. It even forces you to take part in breathing exercises. He hated being forced like that. It was then and now the same status, namely housewives. But now Bram never set his schedule. Waking up at what time is up. He also does not need to prepare breakfast in the morning, because Bram always breakfast chicken porridge in Senayan before going home. Sometimes Bram brought a bushel to buy Lilis some porridge. Often Bram went to work while he was still sleeping. At that moment Bram kissed her forehead. "I'll go first, honey?" whispered. Oh, how much fun life is for Lilis.

His lazy personality makes him reluctant to ask about the stock letter that Bram promised to show him. He believes completely. Why be tired of learning something that he does not understand at all. It seems like it should start from the bottom. What is property, what permits are needed, what is the price of land in this region and the region, how to approach the apparatus and how also to the residents whose land is targeted, and what is, and a thousand other problems.

Ah, why would he understand such things if he didn't mean to go down on the field? Just following Bram? It may even look like a fool, or a waiter. So enough Bram that's it. And he will enjoy his benefits later.

In fact, he was eager to tell Della about her comfort and luck. Unlike Della who let her money be enjoyed by the bank, she uses it to help her husband while enjoying greater profits. But every time the urge to tell is dashed when it's remembered the possibility of seeing Della's reaction. But he avoided something like that. No one should bother luck with suspicion.

That morning, Lilis opened her sleepy eyes when Bram kissed her forehead. "My heart is still sleepy?" bram said laughing.

Lilis focused her gaze. Bram already looks neat with a light green shirt with long sleeves and black pants. In Lilis eyes, Bram looked dashing and handsome. "You're leaving, ma'am?"

"Yes. Never mind. You don't have to wake up. What dream just now?"

"Dream about yourself."

"Oh yeah? Story dong." Bram sat on the edge of the bed.

"Not much. I dreamt you kissed me."

Bram laughing. He leaned over and kissed Lilis. "Now in fact. Not a dream anymore. Ouh...., do you smell good? Just woke up, how does it smell?"

"Hey, who uses perfume?"

"But you smell good. I really like Lis. It's very like." Bram bowed again. But Lilis pushed him while laughing. "Don't keep up Mas. You won't be gone."

Bram stand. "Oh yes, Lis. I made you some milk coffee. Don't drink now. It's still so hot. You still want to sleep, don't you? Just drink it later if you really want to get up."

Lilis turned her head and a cup of milk coffee on the small table beside her head. Smoke still seems to be billowing. "Okay, thank you" he said with a happy feeling. "Yesterday sweet tea. Now milk coffee. Tomorrow what is it?"

"What do you want on the table?" ask Bram with a smile.

"Ah, I just want you."

"Yes. You're eating me tomorrow."

Lilis laughs. "You're definitely not good to eat."

"Well, I'll go first. It's fine at home."

"Dinda's gone?"

Bram was stunned for a moment. It's not usual for Lilis to ask Dinda at a time when she knew full well that Dinda must have left. "Of course it's Lis. It's eight."

"Oh yes. I forgot to."

"alright. I'm goin. Don't forget to drink the coffee. Let all your sleepiness disappear."

Bram kisses Lilis again before leaving. After closing the door, he muttered, "You'll never be able to eat me," his smile widened. Then he went down the stairs with quick and light steps. Not long after that heard the engine of his car turned on and drove away.

In her room, Lilis was still lying on the bed. He enjoys spending some time daydreaming before getting out of bed. Such a habit is very pleasant, because he has many sweet experiences that are very valuable to remember. How sweet Bram is. He looked to the side and grabbed the cup. It's too hot to breathe. Apparently Bram deliberately made it that way so that he had time to daydream first before drinking it. Bram already knows his habits. Isn't it rare for a husband to be so kind and willing to serve his wife? Usually in reverse. It is the husband who always demands his wife to serve.

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