Widow of Two Children in Pinang Bujang
Part 08's
THE BETRAYAL!! The one word Rahma hates the most. In any case, especially in the sacred bond of marriage.
To just forgive Hendra's mistakes maybe Rahma can still do it even though it takes time, but to forget? I think he's incapable.
A week has passed since Hendra's return to Jakarta that time. And in that week, every night Rahma always pondered and thought what decision would be taken for the fate of their marriage.
The starless gray sky became the night view this time, sitting pensively on the balcony of the room alone with a cup of coffee which later became his favorite drink.
I wanted to share my story and brainstorm to get input, but he did. The timing is not right. Thought Rahma.
The sound of shaking a mobile phone on a small table in front of him was ignored. Hendra's husband's name on the screen. Already all day Rahma deliberately avoided by not lifting or reading messages from the man.
From the beginning he knew Hendra's cheating, in fact Rahma had made a decision that was DIVORCE.
But it wasn't easy, there were many things he had to consider. Especially about the bad effects that his two children will receive.
A few kilometers away from Jakarta, Hendra growled because he had been calling all day and his messages were not answered.
A little hard he put his phone on the table. “Arrgghh..!!!” His hands clenched against the wind.
Ceklek..!! The door of his study opened, allowing Hendra to turn his head. It was seen Lia who entered carrying a tray containing tea.
“Mba Rahma still doesn't want to pick up the phone?”
After putting a cup of warm tea in front of Hendra, Lia then sat on the chair that was across the table.
Hendra shakes. “But.”
“What... can I if I just try to contact mba Rahma?”
Hearing that, Hendra whose intention would be to drink tea suddenly put it back and looked sharply at Lia. “DON't!” Rigorously. Makes Lia a little flinched.
“Never try to contact Rahma.” Further.
Hendra's impact and sharp gaze made Lia surprised. Lia lowered her head to avoid looking at her husband.
As long as they were married just this time Lia got this kind of non-dressing treatment. Even when she said about her pregnancy first, Hendra only spoke as necessary without raising his voice with a sharp gaze like that.
“Sorry.”
Seeing Lia who was silent while looking down made Hendra feel guilty.
”iya, it's okay mas.”
Hendra sighed and nodded. “But, you must remember what I said earlier Lia. Don't break it.”
“Let me solve this problem. You don't interfere.”
Lia nodded obediently. “Iya. Lia get it.”
“There's still something you want to say?” Ask Hendra.
The reason, Lia's facial expression seemed to say that the woman wanted to say something but hesitated.
“Eum...” Lia muttered while scratching her eyebrows, as she glanced at Hendra. Make sure that her husband will not return emotions if he hears her words.
“Sorry mas. Should you give time to mba Rahma.”
Hendra looked at Lia while furrowing his eyebrows as if asking what Lia meant.
“I mean. Better mas do not contact mba Rahma first for a few days. And if you want to chat with the children mas can call by phone home.” Said explained.
“I didn't mean anything. Just think maybe mba Rahma needs a lot of time to face everything.” Didn't want to be accused of all sorts, Lia explained.
Hendra finally agreed. “Maybe Lia is right, I should give more time to Rahma. Hopefully that way my relationship and Rahma can improve again.” Her thought.
“I'm sorry mas, mba.. because egoku you must feel pain.” Lia looked at Hendra.
To be honest, Lia really wanted to voice honesty and said sorry to Hendra and Rahma. Even if he knows, a million words of apology that come out of his mouth will not be able to reverse the situation as usual.
Lia's interest since the first meeting Hendra gradually turned into love. He had already restrained and tried to dispose of those forbidden feelings. But what power, precisely that sense flourished without him being able to prevent.
The opportunity made Lia act recklessly. The situation of Hendra who was under the influence of alcohol with cunning he took advantage of.
He did not care about the consequences of his actions which now brings wounds to everyone.
“Sorry.” Again. Lia could only utter in her heart. His courage is not enough to confess his deeds.
He was afraid of the consequences that he and his son had to bear if Hendra to find out that this problem occurred because of his actions.
He will admit it, but maybe later. And not for now.