CHAPTER 1

"Oh my, Sir!" shouted the almost half a century old woman.

"Shhh... Mrs. Narsih! Don't be loud."

The woman grabbed the master's suitcase and carried it inside, while Robi returned to the car to retrieve a large box containing cakes and a bunch of flowers.

"Master, why did you come home so early? Mistress said tomorrow."

"I want to make a surprise, Mrs."

"Want me to help, Sir?"

"No need. Mrs. go back to sleep, it's still early at this hour of work."

"It's okay, Sir. Let me relax this afternoon."

"Okay, I'll go up first. Please prepare breakfast later."

"Okay, Sir. For the menu, what do you want to eat?"

"Anything, but please make her favorite seafood soup for Amelia."

"Yes, Sir."

Robi sneaked into the room, even on tiptoes, so as not to make a sound.

He looked at the watch in his hand, it was still three in the morning. Even though it was late, Robi immediately lit a candle stuck in the cake to commemorate his wedding anniversary, which he prepared for Amelia—his wife.

Amelia was still asleep, she was so sound asleep she didn't realize that her husband had come home. Robi felt guilty because he had left her too long, but he couldn't stay because of work, forced to leave Amelia for four months.

Invite her? Of course, Robi did, it's just that Amelia always felt uncomfortable if she had to go on business trips because Mayang—Robi's mother was there.

Their relationship was not very good, so Amelia avoided as many opportunities as possible to be with her in-laws.

Apart from social status, heredity problems also made their relationship more tenuous. Her in-laws' insults and blasphemy made Amelia even more distant from her extended family.

Robi, of course, often defended her. He tried to maintain his household even though sometimes Mayang frequently asked to divorce Amelia. His love is so great as a strong fortress for Amelia.

His hand gently stroked Amelia's cheek, then caressed her hair affectionately, "Mel ... honey."

Amelia did not budge, she was still asleep. Robi finally tried to land a passionate kiss on her cheek, and sure enough, Amelia was immediately taken aback.

"Gosh, Robi! When did you come?"

Robi laughed, he thought Amelia was so cute when she was surprised like that.

"Happy Anniversary, Honey."

Amelia still couldn't believe her husband was here—on her wedding anniversary. She hugged Robi tightly, making sure this wasn't a dream. Their lips touched each other, releasing the longing held back for a long time.

"You said you'd be back tomorrow afternoon?"

"On purpose, pranking you ... let's blow out the candles together, make a wish, Honey."

Amelia blew out the lit candles while conveying her wishes on her 5th wedding anniversary this year. No one would have guessed her hopes and prayers because she only hoped for one thing—that God would keep her secret tightly closed.

Amelia wrapped her arms around Robi's body, then they let go of the longing they had been holding back.

"I miss you, Mel ..." whispered Robi affectionately.

"Me too, Robi ...."

Amelia enjoys every touch that Robi gives, even with Robi who misses her wildly. Letting go of the desire that had been piling up until it was unstoppable, Robi was out of control.

"I'm sorry if I might be a little rude," whispered Robi.

"I am yours, Honey."

***

Amelia looked at her device nervously, hoping to get a reply to the message she had sent before Robi woke up from his sleep.

Tiing'

Amelia took out her phone and immediately opened the message. However, before that, she put some distance between himself and Robi. Amelia was afraid her husband would wake up and find out.

[Isn't he coming home tomorrow?!]

[I don't know, suddenly this morning he came home.]

[Then how about our promise today, Honey?]

[Of course, you can't. Forgive me.]

[I can't go on like this anymore, Mel. I love you.]

Amelia massaged her forehead, which felt dizzy for a moment, Robi's return was unexpected. She hadn't even had time to develop a plan that covered everything perfectly without gaps.

[I love you too, Honey.]

[Then choose between us.]

[Please don't push me. You know very well I can't choose between you guys.]

[You are selfish, Mel. What's the difference between Robi and me?!]

[Please give me some time.]

Amelia immediately deleted her chat history and didn't forget to check again. She was worried if there was any evidence left behind.

Amelia tried to calm herself down. She will try to remain calm in this matter as much as possible. Whatever decision she later chooses, it must not harm her at all.

Amelia realized that she might be selfish, but she couldn't lie to her heart. Choose? Of course, she couldn't, though it might have been better to do it now before it was too late and getting worse.

She rubbed her stomach, which still looked flat. She is grateful that God perfectly gifted her body so that no one will realize that another life resides in her womb.

Amelia turned to look at her husband—Robi, it seemed like he was sleeping so soundly after letting go of his desire this morning. There was guilt in her heart, betraying her husband who loved her with all his soul.

Robi is not only a husband but also her life-savior who once almost became a victim of the prostitution business. If it weren't for Robi, maybe Amelia's life wouldn't be as beautiful as she feels.

Still crossed her mind the moment Robi ransomed her from a pimp after being sold by her mother, she was grateful because, at that time, she managed to escape until she finally met Robi.

Amelia realized she was shameless right now, but she really couldn't lose her life. Anyone envious of her status as the wife of a famous businessman like Robi, only a stupid woman would want to let him go. Robi's only drawback is that he is too busy with his work.

She lamented her folly for going too far to this point. If only her husband could be at home more often, maybe she would not fall into that vicious circle to satisfy her desires.

"Mel ...," Robi called, interrupting Amelia's thoughts.

"Y-yes, dear?"

"What are you doing on the balcony? It's still cold, at least wear a jacket."

"Watching the sunrise, Dear. The temperature is already warm enough."

"Here, accompany me to sleep, still sleepy...."

Amelia immediately walked over to Robi on the bed, slipped into the blanket and hugged her husband tightly.

"Thank you for being patient waiting for me, Mel."

Amelia didn't answer, she couldn't bear to say anything else because there would only be another lie created if she spoke up.

"I promise, I'll spend a lot of time with you instead."

Amelia couldn't answer it. If Robi knew that his love had been tarnished, maybe not those sweet words he would have said to her.

'I'm sorry, Robi.'—Amelia thought.