"Huh? Is he telling the truth, Mommy?" Arkan looked at me pleadingly.I know that even if he is not looking for a father, he is happy to meet Aldo.Despite the fact that my inner self doesn't want to agree, I nodded. But I did not expect his sharp look at Aldo."I don't like you. You hurt my mommy," Arkan said, which made us part our lips.I saw how Aldo knotted his brows but then still managed to carry Arkan in his arms.Arkan and I looked at each other, and I think he didn't want to leave either, but we cannot do anything. After only two hours, we were on Aldo's chopper. He handed me the headphones while he put on Arkan's.I didn't say a word during the trip. Even Arkan didn't talk to Aldo, even though Aldo sometimes got his attention. The child still slept until we reached Manila."I'll carry him." Aldo stopped my hands.I quietly went down and let him take Arkan. I even nodded to his two male employees who carried the things."Is the limousine ready?" he asked Baron.Even though t
"Alice, he's going to fight Arkan's custody in court!"I sniffed and couldn't think of what to do when that happened."Shh! You're making noise. Arkan might wake up. Maybe he's just scaring you," she said indifferently while continuing to eat ice cream."No. You know that monster. He is not holy," I repeated my litany."Probably. That's why he's a monster, silly," she replied dismissively.I was irritated by her answer, so I threw the tissue with mucus at her."Mayu, right! Do I look like trash?"I cringed when she artfully removed the tissue and actually sprayed alcohol on her hands."Why don't you seem interested?" I raised an eyebrow, which made her frown."Maybe it's because he's just scaring you. Maybe he wants you to get together at his house. Do you get it?"I shook my head because I couldn't imagine that Aldo would think that."That's vague. Also, Arkan doesn't want him. You can't force the boy if he doesn't want to." I snorted but slumped my shoulders, leaning against Alice's
"Can you call me Daddy again, Buddy?"I don't know how many requests Aldo made to Arkan.We finished shopping and were in the car, but he was still talking like that. I'm almost irritated by his repetitive request, but Arkan looks more irritable because he kept on pouting."Daddy," he murmured lazily.Aldo smiled again, as if he had won the lottery. He hugged Arkan tightly, and now his eyebrows were meeting."One more—""Will you stop, Aldo? You can see that Arkan is already annoyed, and yet you don't want to stop."I couldn't resist saying that, especially since I knew Arkan was already irritated and annoyed."I'm just happy," was his simple answer.I blinked and shook my head. Fortunately, he was quiet. I thought he was nice until we got home, but I couldn't help but be nervous after he stopped me from entering the house."We need to talk—""Speak now." I folded my arms as he raised his eyebrows.He snorted a little and pouted after watching me."Are we forgetting something here, Sw
I don't know where I should go. Arkan climbed on the bed first, then called me."Mom, here!" He even tapped the place next to him.I let out a sigh and lay there. I immediately hugged him and covered him with the blanket. I didn't look for or wait for Aldo, who had been talking to someone on his cell phone."Daddy isn't done yet?" Arkan asked weakly."Don't wait for him, baby. Sleep now, it's already late."He nodded a little, but even so, I knew he would still be waiting for him, so I couldn't sleep either. I just closed my eyes, but I wasn't asleep yet. I even heard Aldo's approaching footsteps."Why are you still awake, Buddy?" asked Arkan."Shh, Daddy. Keep quiet; Mommy is asleep," he whispered.I'm not sure if Aldo answered. The only thing I know is that the bed screeched on the other side of Arkan, and someone placed a strong hand on my arm while I was hugging Arkan."Sleep, kiddo," he whispered.I couldn't help but frown after feeling his sweet caress on my arm. He didn't seem
I took courage and bravery from what Arkan said. I also threw Aldo's things hard in front of him, directly onto his chest."I don't need you. I don't need your money. I don't want someone like you in my life, so please tell your grandpa to make his own son!" I smirked and was about to close the door, but he quickly stopped me."Is this really what you want?" he asked through his gritted teeth.I raised my eyebrows and looked at him impatiently."Yes. Don't go near Arkan. Don't visit us anymore. I'll find a job, and I'll pay all your money."He stopped for a moment, as if he were thinking about what I said. Later, a small smile appeared on his lips."Fine. Let's play this game, sweetie. See you in court. No, erase that. See you in jail," he replied coldly, making my lips part.I didn't move and couldn't ask what he meant. I just came to my senses after hearing the sound of his car driving away.I covered my mouth in weakness. I closed my eyes tightly and took a deep breath."He's kiddi
"Miss, eat now. You shouldn't be hungry," said the police officer.He placed a tray with food and orange juice on the side, as well as a glass of water.I raised my eyebrows. I didn't know there was special treatment in prison. I was not even sent out to socialize with others. Even the clothes they gave me earlier were bought at the mall."Uhm, hasn't your friend called yet?""Not yet, Miss. Eat now. When you need something, just say it. Just call any policeman there."My forehead furrowed, and my eyes narrowed. I think there is something wrong with the events, but I will not act anymore. Maybe I can use this chance to take advantage of everything.When night came, I couldn't sleep. Besides Alice not calling, I was worried for Arkan. I would like to call them, but I'm shy. I don't even know what to say to my son.I gently hugged my legs and leaned my forehead there. I want to cry. I don't even know where to find help. I can think of Apollo and Gueco, but I think it is unlikely that th
"Be my bed warmer."That repeated itself several times in my mind. My fist was clenched while my eyes were full of tears.In my eyes, the man in front of me now has long horns, a messenger of evil."It's my offer, Mayu. It's up to you if you will accept it. But this is the only way you can be with Arkan, because no matter what, you will never win in this game."Even though my vision was blurry due to tears, I did not look into his eyes."I want to slap you," I uttered weakly.He didn't move or show any reaction."I wanna slap you hard, Aldo. I want to hurt you."He tilted his head and looked at me seriously. "Then do it. Do it, and you will never see Arkan again," he replied coldly.I was glued to my place and didn't even dare to make a move when he said that. The thought of never seeing my son is tearing me apart. I was weak and couldn't even answer."Think smartly, Sweetie. Take it or you'll be forever behind this bar," was his last warning before leaving.I closed my eyes tightly
"Don't worry, I'll give you some time to bond with Arkan before I get him. I am more deserving of being his mother than you, Mayu." Addison smirked before turning to leave them there.My eyes narrowed, but I couldn't do anything. I just looked at Mommy without emotion.She arched her brow and then moved aside to let the policeman open the jail."I hope now you keep your word. After all, you and Aldo are not on good terms; leave Arkan to Addison so that Aldo will choose her. I will send you home. I hope one week is enough to say goodbye to Arkan." I wanted to answer and protest, but for my son, I remained silent. What is important to me now is to be free, even if only temporarily. I miss Arkan so much.I don't know what connection Mommy has to that day I was released. She accompanied me to the car, but I was silent, as was she. When she got to the apartment, she immediately stopped my wrist."If you agree with me, I promise you won't live alone anymore. I will claim you as my daughter