The Wife Who Escaped
Help Me

A quiet and peaceful morning.

Kirana sat in the living room and held a teacup. He could hear the birds chirping outside the window, and the warm winter sunlight coming in. Kirana took a sip of her tea and placed it on the table, she turned to someone standing near the front door. The woman who stood in a neat suit and had undisturbed posture, like when she left for work, was Julia.

It has been three days since he came to work here, not at work. Julia walked into the house at exactly 8 and was by Kirana's side all day. After the work hours were over, he politely greeted her and left the job.

It's nice to say that she's helping yourself, but the truth is, It's like spying on Kirana. Kirana knew her every move would be monitored and reported to Reynand. Kirana had never spoken to him during her stay in this house. He acted as if he was not home.

When Julia first greeted me, she thought of me as someone who wasn't around and told me to just relax.

Julia who had not spoken to him for three days, Kirana opened her mouth.

“Nona Julia.”

Upon her call, Julia looked directly at Kirana. Kirana poured the brewed tea into the teacup and continued.

"Do you want tea?"

"No, it's okay. Don't worry about me."

“Only one drink. I feel lonely if drinking alone.”

Kirana spoke again in a soft tone.

“This will only take a minute.”

Julia looked doubtful with her words and approached the sofa table. And sit on the couch across from Kirana. Kirana poured the tea into the teacup in front of her and said.

"Try it. He said it calms the mind."

"Thank you."

Julia took the teacup and brought it to her mouth. When the warm energy spread throughout her body, she felt somewhat at ease, just like Kirana had said.

It was almost time to finish drinking tea. Kirana asked him.

“I have a question, may I ask?”

"Yes. Please."

Julia put down her tea cup and faced Kirana.

“Nona Julia, you like Reynand right?”

Julia's pupils are enlarged.

"......Yea?"

Julia never expected to be asked this question by Kirana who looked so calm.

Julia clearly looked embarrassed.she blushed and she denied it with her face.

"Oh no."

Julia's face and even her ears were red. Kirana looked at that and spoke calmly.

"Just be honest. I can see everything."

The last time he brought a drunk Reynand to the front of the house, I realized it in the first place. The way he looked at Reynand was never like seeing his boss. His eyes contained admiration, and affection.

Kirana was like that the first time she met him. He looks incredible and unattainable. Since Kirana had already sensed that feeling, Kirana could immediately understand Julia's feelings.

Julia could not hide her embarrassment and spoke in an urgent voice.

“Mrs Kirana, this is definitely not the relationship you think it is, so I hope you don't misunderstand.”

“You don't need to make excuses.”

Kirana spoke in a serious tone.

"It's okay. Regardless of what your relationship is with him.”

"......"

“I don't love him anymore.”

At one time, I believed that I loved Reynand, I thought the heat that comes every time her hand touches me is love. I mistakenly thought the foreign sensation of money I felt needed was love. For Reynand, she foolishly felt love for an act that was only a means to conceive. Now I realize that feeling is just an illusion and nothing.

“I mean. I don't care what will happen to Reynand in the future.”

Kirana continued to speak without hesitation.

“I don't care if SF Group goes bankrupt or not, and I don't care if Reynand gets kicked out of his position.”

"......"

“I'm the type of person who doesn't care if this marriage is ruined overnight.”

Julia's mouth opened as if her words were shocking.

The look on the face that Julia never expected, someone who was the wife of her boss and daughter-in-law of SF Group would say such a thing.

“What does all of your words mean?.”

Kirana asked him.

“Do you think people like this deserve to be next to Reynand?”

Julia could not say anything. Kirana could already see the doubt on Julia's face. Kirana did not miss the opportunity and investigated her confused mind.

“I know Miss Julia has feelings for Reynand.”

"......"

“Is it true that I was near that person or not?”

Julia's eyes were shaking. Kirana spoke more firmly.

“Everyone already knows.”

"......"

“Only one person does not know.”

Reynand is the only one who does not know what others know. No, even though he knows, I'm stubborn. It was a stubbornness that did not bring good to both sides.

Kirana thinks she will have a chance of winning if she touches Julia's feelings towards Reynand.

Kirana spoke to him with a serious look.

“I'm the one who can't help Reynand. In the end, I am the one who will make you unhappy.”

"......"

“I also don't want to live such a life.”

A voice filled with earnestness followed.

“So Miss Julia, please help me.”

****

"Thank you for your hard work. See you at the next meeting."

After leaving the conference room, Reynand raised her wrist and looked at her watch. It was past lunchtime at 3pm.

Reynand entered the office and called someone. As usual, the man answered his phone.

[Yes. Directors.]

Reynand asked him.

“How is my wife?”

[Mistress Kirana ate breakfast and lunch on time today, and ate a lot. He took medicine well, and spent his time reading books.]

It's been 10 days since Julia took care of Kirana. Reynand does not tell Julia the details of the situation, but asks Julia to take care of him for a while, as Kirana seems to be becoming mentally and physically weak after her mother's departure. He also requested that the details of this proposal be kept confidential. Julia accepts the request without thinking twice, and as she does at work, she helps Kirana.

According to Julian, Kirana was already able to eat speaking well. As there was nothing wrong with Kirana's condition, it was also what Reynand saw.

Kirana lives a peaceful everyday life, and it seems like she has recently taken up a hobby like knitting. She gave me a faint smile when I saw her at home. And we even had normal conversations.

'Is it better now?'

If Kirana changes her mind and returns to her previous daily life, Julia no longer needs to be by her side. But two days later, Reynand has a long business itinerary. Reynand feels that Julia will remain by Kirana's side at least until her business trip ends.

"good job. Please keep checking it.”

[Okay Mr. Director.]

"And I'll be back to work as soon as this European business trip is over. There will be limits to keep leaving your seat."

[Okay Mr. Director.]

After finishing the phone call, Reynand sat down with a restless expression on her face. Regardless of everything, she felt comfortable just by seeing Kirana eating right.

Now just convince the Chairman and Mama. Of the two, if only the Chairman can be persuaded, automatically Mama will succumb.

'The future is not too sure to just believe in what you say and keep playing.'

'if you think about your future, leaving Kirana as soon as possible is the right thing.'

The Chief's stern voice was still ringing in my head. I know that it's not easy to make him change his mind because he has high expectations of me. Still, I have to find a way. If it's not possible, I have to succeed.

Reynand stared out the window for a long time with a face full of agony.

****

One morning. The wind is cool, but the sun is warm. Reynand exited the dressing room after preparing for his business trip. His hair was neatly styled combed back without bangs, and the three-piece navy blue suit was perfect for Reynand, as if it was made for him.

Reynand walked towards the entrance and then walked into the dining room. While looking towards the kitchen, he saw Kirana's back making coffee.

The wind blew through the slightly open window, causing Kirana's dark brown hair to flutter thinly under her shoulders.

At the same time, the strong aroma of coffee beans spreads throughout the house. How long has it been since Reynand last saw such a peaceful morning scene? He was relieved that everything seemed to be back to normal. Now she also did not have to worry about the housework outside. A sense of relief enveloped him knowing that such a thing would not happen.

Kirana who was making coffee late felt the presence of someone and looked back.

"Are you going now?"

Reynand nodded at his question.

“I made you coffee, but it looks like you can't drink it.”

"Maybe next time."

Reynand headed to the front door, and Kirana also put down the coffee pot and followed him out of the kitchen.

Kirana said to Reynand who was wearing her shoes at the entrance.

"Hopefully make it to the destination."

"I'll be back."

Reynand was about to leave the front door when she saw Kirana Kirana's face wearing a white knit with a face without makeup and a small smile on her face.

That smiling face somehow felt like a dream. My heart warmed, but at the same time, I felt a sense of regret.

I don't know what this strange feeling is. I'm only gonna see this face in a week anyway, but I've been feeling homesick. There were times when we parted for long periods of time, but strangely, we never lost speed.

Reynand said while looking towards Kirana.

“Is there anything you want?”

"?"

“Women always buy a lot of goods when going abroad.”

Young women strolling through luxury shops carrying bags full of groceries is a sight I see every time I go abroad. I also remember the smiles on their faces. Suddenly, I thought it would be nice if Kirana had the same expression as them.

“I was in Florence for two days during my business trip, so if there is anything you want, let me know.”

Kirana looked at him for a moment. This is the first time Rey has said she would bring something along while on a business trip. After a moment of daze, Kirana immediately shook her head and said.

“I'll be busy, but it's okay.”

"......"

"And I've never been abroad before.I don't know what's famous there.”.

Reynand raised one eyebrow as if she heard something unexpected.

To be honest I didn't even know anyone had never been abroad, and I didn't know that person was my wife.

Reynand daydreamed for a moment, then faced towards Kirana and said.

“At present, there are many jobs in the company, and I am also busy, so I have no free time. But later, once I'm established, my busyness has diminished from now on."

"......"

“If that time comes, let's go together.”

Serious eyes stared at Kirana.

"Europe or anywhere else..."

"......"

“Wherever you want.”

Kirana's eyes trembled slightly hearing those soft words. A small voice spread from one side of his chest. But Kirana pretended not to know.

"really?"

Kirana nodded and said with a slight smile.

"I'm willing."

As Reynand looked at her face, she seemed to think of one more thing to say, and spoke with a rather serious expression

“And don't worry about what others say.”

"......"

“I will take care of it, so please believe and just wait.”

Reynand says this out of fear Kirana will be affected by the Chairman or Ameera as she leaves. Although she warns Julia not to let outsiders or family members approach Kirana, she does not fully feel comfortable.

Hearing Reynand's words, Kirana simply nodded without saying a word. Reynand tilted her head Then she gently kissed Kirana's cheek. The gentle touch lasted for a moment and then fell down. A soft voice reached his ears.

"I'll be right back."

Reynand turned around and opened the front door. Kirana followed him and stopped at the front door. He saw Reynand's back walking along a stone wall road in the park. He quickly walked away with very long steps. Kirana stood there and stared at her back for a long time.

It was a sight I would never see again.