Chapter 52

In fact, Darius Wijaya and Gerald Khiel have known each other and developed a friendly relationship since they were in school until now. More than that, Gerald is also credited with introducing Sophia, a beautiful woman who is the biological mother of Velove.

After years of friendship, an idea arose. Because he wanted the good relationship between him and Gerald to last into old age, Darius decided to match his only daughter with Gerald's eldest son.

An agreement was finally formed. As soon as their sons and daughters grew up and were old enough, the two of them realized what had been planned without giving Velove and Darwin a chance to get to know each other further.

Darius thought Darwin would be fully responsible for the princess's happiness. After all, if you derive Gerald's character or character, you can be sure that Darwin is a loving, committed, reliable and loyal man.

However, what he saw today, this second, in front of his eyes at this moment, really disturbed his heart and mind. Not only Darius, there were Nathan and Adrian, his personal assistant who were also there and of course saw how Darwin was being hugged tightly and intimately by another woman who he didn't know who it really was.

"Sir," Nathan scolded when Darius fell silent. "Are you all right?"

Darius woke up. Turning around, the man nodded. Seconds then proceeded to quickly get into the car.

As soon as he arrived at the Wijaya group building and had arrived at his room, still agitated, he quickly called Adrian to come over.

"Is there anything I need to do, sir?" he asked. This 42-year-old man has been Darius' personal assistant since 15 years ago. Almost everything Darius needs, Adrian always takes care of it. Not only that, there are many things and secrets of Darius that he holds and keeps tightly to this day.

Darius, who was sitting in his chair at that time, sighed repeatedly. Determined, the man then gave the order to Adrian.

"You saw the same woman Darwin at the restaurant earlier, right?"

he nodded. How could he not see. The boss' son-in-law was straight ahead, right in front of him.

"Yes, I see, sir. I think, maybe the woman was a friend or old friend who hasn't seen Mr. Darwin for a long time.

Adrian seemed to think positively. Actually, he did this on purpose to dampen Darius' emotions, which were clearly starting to get provoked.

"Is hugging an old friend like that the model? From the naked eye, it looks very different," said Darius on the argument that his assistant previously put forward.

Broken by Darius' response, Adrian fell silent. Think quickly and carefully about what your next response should be.

"We can't play a guessing game because we don't know what really happened, sir."

"In that case, I want you to find out as soon as possible who this woman was and what kind of relationship she has with Darwin," Darius said at the same time.

Adrian nodded obediently. Don't argue or argue. That second also rushed out of the room to immediately carry out what was ordered by his superior.

While in a different place, Darwin was still bewildered. After getting a sudden hug from Vicky for a few moments, he was even more confused because his ex-girlfriend was crying instead.

Because of this matter, Darwin became the center of attention of people sitting near their table. Not wanting any misunderstandings to occur, Darwin quickly let go of Vicky's arms and asked her to sit down immediately.

"What actually happened?"

Vicky looked down. Her eyes looked so puffy. Wet cheeks due to rain tears are also still visible. I don't know what underlies the woman begging to be met and now she looks like she's sobbing.

"Vicky, I don't have much time. If you tell me to come here just to see you cry, I'd better go."

Darwin was a little annoyed. When he wanted to hurry, Vicky was silent. Because he was lazy to linger, he had risen from his seat. He thought, if there is nothing important, he better go.

However, before he could move to take a step, Vicky then looked up. Shaking her head, the woman blocked Darwin's intention to leave.

"Wait, Win. I beg you."

"If you just stay silent and just cry, I'd better go. We meet like this, it's actually dangerous for you and me."

"I know," said Vicky slowly. "But, I really don't have anyone to complain to."

"What do you want to talk to me about?" asked Darwin happily. From his tone he seemed impatient and slightly uncomfortable. In contrast to Darwin's attitude a few months earlier, who was so warm and affectionate towards Vicky.

"I... I don't know what to do. Aunt Laura had an accident a few days ago. And now, she is hospitalized in a coma. I'm afraid Aunt Laura will leave me, Win. In this world, I've even don't have anyone else besides him. While you yourself have just thrown me away."

Darwin gasped. In the end he knew what had made Vicky so emotional. Of course his ex-girlfriend was as frantic as she is now. He knew that in this world there was only Laura and him that Vicky had.

"I don't know how the story started," Vicky continued. "One day before the scheduled return to Kalimantan, suddenly I got news from the hospital that Aunt Laura was the victim of a hit-and-run on the way home from work. I thought the wound would not be serious. However, when I continued to the hospital, the doctor gave me information that he was bleeding and after receiving treatment he was unconscious until now."

Darwin fell silent again. Feel sorry for the disaster that befell Aunt Laura. However, it was the woman who had cared for and replaced Vicky's parents after they died.

"Yes, calm down first. It's called a disaster, what else can I say. There's nothing I can say other than being patient and steadfast. Then, do you currently have the costs to cover the hospital yourself?

Darwin thought, if Vicky doesn't have enough money, let him help. He will be happy to provide compensation until Aunt Laura's condition improves as before.

"As for the hospital expenses themselves, everything is fully covered by insurance. So, I am a bit burdened about that."

Darwin nodded in relief. At least Vicky won't have to worry about medical expenses anymore.

"Then, what else do you want me to do? If it's limited to helping as a friend or fellow human being, maybe I can try or consider it. But, if it's more than that, to be honest I can't.

Vicky took a deep breath. There was a hint of disappointment etched on his face.

"You've really erased me from your heart? After everything we've been through and struggled for? For the sake of a new figure, Velove?" asked Vicky with a hoarse voice. Like it or not, it seems that he really has to be tolerant of his increasingly unfortunate fate. "Is it because Velove is rich and I am nobody, so you turn to him?"

"Vicky..." Darwin sounded interrupted. Ending the talk of his ex-girlfriend so as not to go anywhere. "I beg you, that's enough. There's no need to discuss all kinds of Velove. I came here to meet you, not to debate what was my decision before. If it feels like there's nothing more important that we need to talk about, I'd better leave."

Seeing Vicky who continued to move silently, Darwin believed that there was nothing more to talk about. So without further ado, he immediately stood up. This time really prepared to go.

"I don't think there are any more important things that we need to talk about. Once again, I'm sorry. It wasn't my intention to dump or throw us out of my life. It's just that I can't maintain our relationship anymore."

Without waiting for the answer from the woman in front of him, Darwin walked away. Leaving Vicky downcast, holding himself back from crying over the pain he was feeling.

***

After meeting with Vicky, Darwin continued to look restless. He was worried that what he was doing before Velove would know and make his wife angry, let alone misunderstand him.

That's why, when he returned home, Darwin quickly approached his wife intending to tell him what had happened.

However, as soon as he entered the room, he found Velove already lying on the bed with a blanket covering his whole body. However, it was only eight o'clock in the evening. His wife didn't usually sleep this early either.

"Honey..." Darwin called as he approached the bed. So sat on the side of the bed. He brought his hand, intending to take turns stroking Velove's hair and cheeks.

However, just as his fingers touched the surface of his wife's skin, Darwin realized. Velove's body temperature felt hotter than usual. Even when his wife opened her eyes, she looked very lethargic. Just like someone who is sick.

"Jesus, Velove. You have a fever?" asked Darwin worriedly. He brought his hand to continue holding several parts of Velove's body to ensure his wife's body temperature.

"I don't know, Win. I suddenly feel feverish from this afternoon. Even though I was fine before," said the woman. Because of this feeling of discomfort, Velove this afternoon decided to go home early.

"Then have you eaten? Have you taken your medicine too? Or do you want me to take you to the hospital right now?" Darwin offered so panicked. He was afraid something dangerous would happen to his wife. So, for what reason, it's better for him to anticipate everything.

Velove who looked weak only nodded briefly. While still lying down, he answered the barrage of questions Darwin gave him.

"Don't worry, I've eaten and taken some fever-reducing medicine. Maybe it will be better soon."

Darwin looked a little relieved. At least he knew that Velove had been taking antipyretics. Now, it's his turn to take care of his wife until the heat really goes down and returns to normal as before.

In fact, previously he had intended to tell what happened to him today to Velove. However, since his wife was sick and it was impossible to hear what he had to say, Darwin decided to postpone his intention until Velove had completely recovered from his illness.

Meanwhile, back at his residence, Darius was also looking just as restless tonight. What he saw this afternoon, the question of Darwin hugging another woman, really disturbed his mind.

Wanting to make sure of this, he asked Adrian to find out immediately. Darius is sure that his assistant can dig up information quickly without needing to linger or wait days to be careful. Adrian has always been an expert when asked to investigate someone.

"Good night sir."

From the direction of the study door, the person Darius had been waiting for finally came to visit him. Without needing to be invited again, the assistant who still looked fit even though he was no longer young immediately walked over.

"How about it, Adrian? Have you got what I ordered?"

he nodded. A moment later gave a brown folder containing important files to show to Darius.

"I've got some information that I think you need to know."

Darius nodded. Slowly opening the folder that was offered by Adrian, then took out the files in it one by one. Choose one of them, then carefully read what information is actually written there.

For a moment, Darius looked focused and seriously read the paper he was holding. Until not long, the man suddenly turned irritated and angry. In fact, Darius immediately crumpled the sheet of paper he was holding and then threw it into the trash can.

"So, the woman who hugged Darwin this afternoon at the restaurant is Vicky? The woman who has been in a serious relationship with Darwin all this time."

he nodded. Indeed, that was the brief information he got while investigating Vicky's figure.

"According to the information I got, sir. Even after getting married, it turns out that Mr. Darwin is still in a relationship with his girlfriend. And even more ironic, Mrs. Velove knows about the affair that Mr. Darwin is doing."

Darius tightened his jaw. Taking several deep breaths, he then took out another sheet of photographs that Adrian might have gotten from a reliable source.

"What's this, Adrian?" asked Darius while trying to take out one by one the photos from the folder he had received earlier.

"That's a collection of photos of Mr. Darwin when he was with his girlfriend."

Darius then looked at the photos that Adrian gave one by one. Where, the photo shows the intimacy between Darwin and his girlfriend, who is none other than Vicky.

"For God's sake, Adrian!"

Darius looked furious. Shrouded in disappointment, suddenly the man's chest felt very painful. Adrian, who was worried, immediately approached, trying to help.

"Sir, are you all right?"

Darius kept holding his aching chest. Shaking his head, the man then attempted to speak.

"Please fetch my medicine which is in the cupboard."

Adrian quickly obeyed his superior's orders. Find the medicine that the man asked for, then help give it, to then be taken by Darius immediately.

"How about it, sir? Do I need to take you to the hospital right now?"

"I'm fine, Adrian."

Darius then tried to catch his breath. Once his condition began to improve, he then spoke again. "I want you to find out more information about Darwin after this. Please tell me as soon as possible whatever it is that I didn't know so far."

Adrian nodded obediently. After making sure that Darius's condition was gradually stabilizing, he quickly carried out what he had been told. Start again to find out all the secrets or anything related to the figure of Darwin Morales Khiel.