
After saying goodbye to everyone, we went straight back to Jakarta that afternoon. Ihsan had gone home first when we went to the police station, and I guess, maybe she had broken up with Aarin upon their arrival in Jakarta. I hope it doesn't break Ihsan's heart. Why cry for a girl who has such gesrek mentality, right? Yeah, well, as much as I do, I never intended to hurt the hearts of those I care about.
"Mother note, Ihsan seems to have a problem with Aarin," my mother commented as we were on our way home. He sat in front, next to Reza. While me and my twins were relaxing in the back, in the bed of the car.
I put my shoulders down. "Regular, Bund. His name is also young, right? If you break up, find a replacement. Married people can get divorced, right?"
"Yes, like you two. Another storm, another storm. Just be careful if you think short. Mother does not want you to separate and sacrifice the grandchildren Mother."
Hmm. This woman I love is very sensitive to the condition of her children. "Nara is the same, really. Nara won't ask for divorce while Nara's husband is faithful. But sadly...."
My mother raised an eyebrow. "What unfortunately?" Then he looked at my husband.
"Reza's not cheating, Bund. Nara just misunderstood," he said, focusing on driving and occasionally looking over.
I cleared a little. "Don't talk, Bund. It'll be dangerous, it'll drive again."
"We should discuss this at home later."
"Nothing to discuss, Bund."
"You mean there's nothing to discuss with Mother? But enough between the two of you, and the edges of your emotions will be out of control, right?"
"We'll talk when we get home, Bund. Nara would not act rashly either. Nara will come out and look for evidence. But as Mother said, yes. If Nara's allegations are true and Nara is betrayed, Nara may ask for separation. Nara can make decisions like you did before. Aye, right?"
Mutely. My mother can't answer. But I knew there was deep sadness in his heart. But I also can't deny, if it proves my husband is unfaithful, it means he has dropped talaq on me. And I can't close my eyes to that, if I continue and I'm stupid, it's the same as me fornication if we're still living a husband and wife-like life. Even though I decided to stay, she had to remarry me. I don't want to live a life of doubt. I did not want what I thought to be a reward - it turned out to be a long-standing sin for me. However, I would never be sincere if I were betrayed.
"Mother just relax. Reza guarantees there will be no separation, let alone to sacrifice the children."
Aamiin. I hope you will really be honest, and what Aarin said was a hundred percent wrong.
Deep in my heart, I realized that I could forgive Reza if he simply fulfilled Salsya's last wish: to kiss, hug and profess love for her. After all, all this time I've felt even more bitter every time Reza fulfilled Salsya's wishes while she was alive. And now, Salsya is gone. I can assume that Reza just wants to deliver Salsya in peace - just to make it easier for the woman to get through her dying moments.
But not about marriage.
I would never have accepted that my husband was really married to another woman, either before he married me or after he married me. I don't want to be the second, let alone the second. Even with him who was lying in his grave. It never will.
In that instant, from the rearview mirror, I realized Reza was watching me. His eyes looked at me, while my tears welled up and ran down my cheeks.
Let's say I'm stupid, but in my heart, I still hold hope for our household - the wholeness of love for both of our children. Although I have to swallow the bitter taste....