Love, take my side
Chapter 124

The mature age is almost dusk. Making Rendra does not want to linger long for an illegitimate status with her lover. Rendra took the woman seriously into marriage and made her queen at home and in her heart. Children are no longer a priority to get married. Rendra only wants to be happy in old age with a sincere woman accepting herself as a husband without looking at herself as a rich man. If even later he was awarded offspring in his second marriage. Rendra will be more grateful.

The seriousness of Rendra is not just a word. Before deciding on the wedding day. Rendra intends to introduce his woman to the entire family of Martin's grandfather. The extended family welcomed Rendra's intentions with pleasure. They also want to see Rendra happy soon. And that time has come. All of Martin's grandparents' family has now gathered at Rieta's grandmother's house at Rendra's request. Today, Rendra plans to bring and introduce his women to the entire extended family.

All were enthusiastically waiting for the arrival of Rendra and her female puja. They wonder who is the lucky woman who is able to captivate Rendra after being hurt by the failure of marriage with Nia. Grandma Rieta even ordered a lot of good food. The woman is the happiest to know if Rendra already has a wife-to-be. During this time, Rieta's grandmother tried to introduce the woman whom she thought was kind to Rendra. But none of the women he introduced did not attract Rendra's attention. The old woman once thought that Rendra would never marry again.

"Papa is very lucky. Get a good and brave salsa!" anggita. They're talking about Rendra's future wife. They also talked about Nia. Anggita who does not want to discuss further with his best friend is forced to shift the conversation by naming the future wife of Rendra. Not because she hates Nia. But Anggita can't stand if any of them say negative about Nia. Moreover, looking at Danny's face that turned flat after his best friend's name was called. Nia does not have the slightest special space in the hearts of Rieta and Gunawan's grandmother. The two men still seem to hate Nia even if they just mention the name of the woman.

"It's not Salsa who's papa's future wife, dear. But Anna's mother," said Evan. Angita frowned.

"Well, Anna's mother?" ask Anggita wonder. Seeing how Salsa worried about Rendra's situation when at Anita's mother's house coupled with the word Salsa said. Anggita did not expect if Salsa was not the future wife of Rendra. We can see that Salsa is very sincere.

"Yes. It was Anna's mother. Not Salsa," Evan replied affirming his previous answer. Evan didn't speak. Before taking things seriously with Anna. Rendra first asked Evan for his opinion. Evan doesn't mind anyone being his papa companion to the extent that the woman is sincere and kind. Evan who recommended Anna of course, Evan already knew a little of the nature of the woman he recommended. Almost all of them are not women who justify the means to obtain treasures including Anna and Salsa. Both Anna and Salsa are hardworking and smart women.

I think he plays with his own mind. To be honest he did not like the way Rendra who gave false hope when in front of Anita's mother. That means Rendra only uses Salsa to make Mama Anita stop chasing after him just like Nia used to be paid as a future wife and really a future wife but failed to get married. Anggita still remembers how Rendra hugged Salsa in front of herself and in front of Anita's mother.

I feel his heart sad. Remembering the twinkle of Salsa's eye. Anggita is very sure if Salsa's love is not only sincere but very great for Rendra. Attention and worry were very clearly visible on Salsa's face seeing the state of Rendra at that time. Anggita imagines a sad Salsa.

"Pity of Salsa," Anggita said slowly. But because the atmosphere of the living room was quiet. Some people hear the word Anggita.

"What do you mean by anggita?" ask Gunawan. Gunawan has not known Anna and Salsa let alone know the story of the two women with Rendra. Anna is pursued by Rendra and Rendra who are pursued by Salsa. The love triangle that broke Salsa's heart.

Evan finally told me about Anna and Salsa. I heard stories from Evan. They love Anna and Salsa. But to be Rendra's companion. Rieta's grandmother Gunawan and aunt Tiara preferred Anna as Rendra's future wife. The age difference with a very far range and other considerations make grandmother Rieta and others do not choose Salsa. They still remember the actions of Nia who is still unstable and planless.

"I also admit that Salsa is good. I love her brave attitude, I'm pretty sure she really loves papa not for possessions" Evan said after Rieta's grandmother and others gave a positive opinion about Salsa.

"So sure of you" said Danny.

"I'm not just talking" said Evan. He has worked with Salsa outside the city. At that time Rendra was sick and could not take care of the company. Evan took over for a while. That's when he judged Salsa a good man. Salsa works professionally and does not show any flirtatious nature. If Salsa is a woman who is not good can be sure the moment was used by Salsa to tempt her. Evan thought. The courage of Salsa shows her love for Rendra because she really loves Rendra. Love Salsa as it is. I don't look at the age between them.

Evan looked serious about talking. He didn't realize that across the table someone was staring at him sharply. That someone is an angel. The woman felt jealous because in front of her husband claimed to like the attitude of other women and praised the woman. Evan and Anggita don't sit next to each other. Anggita sitting next to Aunt Tiara. Evan sat next to Danny.

"Like his attitude, baby. Not to love her," Evan told Anggita when he realized the woman's sharp gaze. Evan even gave an example of the difference of liking and loving so that Anggita sure if his words about Salsa. That the liking does not contain the element of love.

Aggita did not respond to her husband's explanation. She only pressed her lips forward if she did not care about any explanation from her husband. He's not angry. But this attitude was an act of protest to Evan.

"Women like Salsa should not be removed because they do not justify all means to get property. I thought Salsa would not be the same as Danny," Grandma Rieta joked but hopeful. The old woman was unyielding to hear that there was a kind and sincere woman. He certainly wants to make the woman part of his family especially one of his family members still do not have a partner.

"Don't judge someone too soon Grandma," said Danny flatly. It turns out that it was Nia and her ex-wife. Danny is more careful to judge women, especially young women.

The conversation stopped. The person who was waiting for has arrived. All eyes were staring at the main door. Where Rendra and Anna had already walked up to the living room hand in hand. Rendra and Anna seem to be compatible even though their ages are clearly much different. Anna's face that already looks very mature is very harmonious with Rendra who already looks a little old. Their clothes look good too. Anna wears a floral dress with navy-colored fabric while Rendra wears a plain navy shirt.

"Please sit down Anna" Rieta's grandmother said after Anna introduced herself and already shook hands with everyone in the living room. Anna became the center of attention by paying attention to the woman's movements.

Anna sits. His attitude was relaxed and calm as it was. While Rendra smiled proudly sitting next to the woman. Many questions from Grandma Rieta answered the woman according to the fact including that she had never been pregnant when at her first marriage. Anna also said she got divorced because her ex gave her honey.

The women look sad to hear Anna's story. They looked at Anna sympathetically. As if he could feel the difficult times experienced by the woman.

While Grandma Rieta let out a long sigh hearing if the woman had never been pregnant. No one knows what that breath means. But along with grandma Rieta let out a long sigh. Anna and Rendra looked at each other. They mean another thing about the grandmother's breath. Doesn't want to make her women doubt her. Rendra moved her hand grabbing Anna's hand and grasped it very tightly. Rendra showed that they could not be separated again regardless of having or not having children later.

"Ma, for the offspring. I don't think about it much anymore. I already have Evan. If I am destined to have no children. I've come back and can accept my destiny. All my hard work will go to Evan" Rendra assured Rieta's grandmother of her choice.

Again, everyone immediately noticed Anna's face. They find out if Anna objects to Rendra's words or not. Anna looks ordinary. There was no change in the countenance of hearing Rendra's words. Everyone justifies inwardly if the woman is willing to be Rendra's life companion not because of property.

"Don't despair, papa. Anna's mother's age is still the age that allows to get pregnant. You can consult a specialist doctor later. The age is sophisticated now. There are many ways to get offspring" said Evan to encourage the papa. He was not immediately tempted by the treasure mentioned by Rendra because he also already had a lot of property.

"You're right, son. If Anna is willing to do that I will be happy," Rendra said expectantly as she glanced towards Anna. But the one who was seen was just ordinary. Neither do I and do not reject what Rendra says.

Grandma Rieta did not speak anymore. He is now a loyal listener. The old woman wanted Anna to say that she was ready to undergo a medical examination later in order to give offspring to Rendra. Seeing Anna silent and not trying to convince herself makes Rieta's grandmother have her own assessment of Anna.

"We plan to get married soon. Maybe this week," said Rendra then as if not concerned with the silent action shown by Rieta's grandmother.

"Do what is best for your happiness" Grandma Rieta said, then moved on from her seat. There was a disappointment sneaking in his heart seeing the resigned attitude of Anna.

Grandma Rieta did not judge Anna negatively. But as a woman who has decades of experience in the household. A good, sincere attitude is not enough to make the household will remain intact and happy. It takes a fight for that. Sacrifice needed. Loving a husband sincerely is not enough to make the husband always feel at home for his partner.

Realizing grandmother Rieta's attitude. Gunawan and aunt Tiara tried to divert the situation so that Anna was at home in the meeting. Gunawan invites everyone to eat together but Anna refuses subtly. And even the woman was saying goodbye to going home but Rendra held her back.

"Why hunt?" ask Rendra. Anna moves uneasily as it turns out she catches the displeased gurgle of her future in-laws. He immediately felt rejected so he did not feel comfortable anymore.

"I don't think Rieta's mother likes me" whispered Anna. Rendra immediately pulled Anna's hand. Others feel that too. They already know the nature of Rieta's grandmother. The old woman did not hesitate to leave her interlocutor. And vice versa, Grandma Rieta will feel at home for a long time if she likes her interlocutor.

Rendra took the woman to the living room. Inviting the woman to speak together so as not to feel awkward.

"Why do you think that?" ask Rendra. Anna did not answer. The woman just lowered her head.

"You're serious about me, aren't you?" ask Rendra again. Anna nodded her head.

"If you are serious. Show your seriousness. Don't just look at your mom like that, you give up. Fight a little so we can be together."

Anna bit her lip. He knew that Grandma Rieta's attitude changed to after talking about the descent. Anna didn't want to fight. But he does not want to precede words that later the results are not satisfactory. Anna realized that the descent was not a matter of man but of the Creator. The woman was afraid to give false hope but later that hope did not materialize. For him it is better not to give hope but to try to make that hope come true.

"You can, right?" ask Rendra again.

Anna looked at Rendra's face. Rendra's face looked pleading and hopeful. Finally Anna nodded her head because she was really serious with the man.

Rendra smile. He reached for Anna's body and hugged the woman. Strange murmurs filled the bodies of the two humans and wanted more than a hug.

One month of approach. They've never been this close. Anna and Rendra are right to maintain their attitude even though they have felt married life.

And now they embrace. Feeling the touch of the skin for the first time. Rendra seduced. The man could not help but enjoy his lips from his future wife.

They did that scene for a long time. Just a kiss. Rendra and Anna, of course, want more. But both have no intention of doing anything further. Not because of an unlikely place but because they both feel ashamed if tempted by sin at their not young age anymore.

"Go to your mom's room. Show me that you're really serious and will fight with me" Rendra said after they finished lip-fighting.

"alone?" anna pointed to herself. Rendra nodded her head.