Chapter 65

Entering eight months of pregnancy, Ariana's stomach looks so big. Fortunately, in this final trimester, she is still free to do many activities.

Even though he feels tired faster, he still enjoys everything he does. After all, it's boring to just stay silent. Or spend a lot of time just watching tv and sleeping in the room like Samuel often suggested to him.

"It's better for you to just stay at home, enjoy your time with me time. Whether it's by watching Korean dramas. Either relaxing while snacking. Or invite someone like that. Invite Chacha or Mother Clara to chat with you instead of doing activities outside."

Ariana had often heard that sentence from her husband. For some reason, in this second pregnancy, the worry from the start was clearly visible on Samuel's face.

"If I stay at home all the time, I get bored, Ken. I want to go to the office or go for a walk. Keep spending time outside."

"Apart from returning to work, you are allowed to do activities outside. But you have to be with me. Don't be alone. I don't want to think about or worry about what's wrong with you."

The man had even forbidden Ariana from working. He reasoned that he was afraid that his wife would overspend or even stress herself because she had to catch up with work deadlines.

Luckily in this final trimester, Samuel isn't as protective as she was in the beginning. He finally allowed Ariana to go out of the house such as going to the salon, shopping monthly at the supermarket, buying various kinds of baby needs, or having her pregnancy checked at the hospital.

All of these activities may be carried out with the condition that the wife is not allowed to go alone. Which means that any activity may be carried out as long as you get assistance or bring along a partner to accompany you.

Just like what Ariana did today. He, who does have a routine schedule for monthly pregnancy check-ups, this time brought Arabella to accompany him.

"So you really can't take me?" asked Ariana as she and Samuel were having breakfast.

Samuel turned. Throwing a warm smile, the man gave a small nod. There was also a feeling of guilt because today it was unusual for him to be absent from taking Ariana for an obstetrical control like the previous months.

"Yes, dear. This morning, Randa and I have a very busy schedule at the office. There is a group of clients from Singapore who must be greeted and entertained in person. Besides, your control schedule changes everything so that it's morning. Usually it's also evening. In this case, I won't You can see how my son is progressing," the man complained.

Usually, Ariana does take an inspection schedule every night or on weekends. For some reason, today he changed the schedule earlier than usual.

"I want to check HB, Ken. I'm afraid it's low."

"So what?" Samuel's face, which was calm at first, turned a little worried. He was afraid that something bad would happen to his wife. "You're fine, right?"

"Recently, I often have a hard time sleeping. When it's already morning, I feel really weak. That's why I want to check it out."

Hearing Ariana's explanation, Samuel's face looked even more worried. Moreover, supported by the expression of his wife who did look tired than usual.

"Then I'll just take it, okay?"

Ariana smiled and shook her head. It is not possible to tell things like this to the husband. The man will definitely think about it at work later.

"I'm sure it's fine. You don't need to worry. Remember, your responsibilities in the office are bigger and more important."

"Yes, you and our children are more important too, lah. I work hard like this, make a lot of money for all of you."

Instead of being moved, Ariana chuckled. Fix, now her husband is overpowered by excessive anxiety after seeing his unfit condition.

"I promise, I won't do anything wrong. You just relax. Besides, you're going with Mama."

"Certain?"

Ariana nodded firmly.

"If anything happens, I'll definitely let you know."

"Ok. The important thing is after you finish checking, don't forget to tell me right away."

Just as Ariana was about to continue her breakfast, Samuel's cell phone rang loudly. After finishing the milk that was in her glass, Samuel immediately grabbed her cell phone. Standing, kissing his wife's forehead briefly to then say goodbye. From a distance, Ariana could see how her husband only received the call when they were far apart.

I don't know if this is just Ariana's feeling or if it's true, Samuel has been acting strangely for the last month. The man was caught several times receiving or making phone calls secretly. It's obvious like someone who doesn't want to be heard or doesn't want to know what's being said.

Ignoring Samuel's strange behavior, Ariana hurriedly continued her activities. It wasn't long before Arabella came to pick her up and then asked the woman to go to the hospital immediately.

"Be careful, Ariana. Do you want Mama to get you a wheelchair first?" offered Arabella as the two of them had just arrived at the hospital and were about to get out of the car. Worried that her daughter-in-law would get tired from walking far enough, Arabella deliberately offered Ariana a wheelchair to ride on.

"Ariana is fine, Ma. You don't need to use a wheelchair of all kinds. After all, if you're pregnant like this, isn't it recommended to walk more?"

Lilliana nodded. He knows about this one. Walking can indeed help your back muscles stay strong and warm, so that they can support your growing belly and prevent it from becoming stiff.

However, he still couldn't bear to see Ariana having to walk so tired with such a big stomach. I'm just afraid that the energy of the son-in-law will be drained because the distance from the lobby to the practice room is quite far.

"Are you sure you're okay?" Arabella once again confirmed. "Mommy doesn't want you to get tired."

Ariana smiled back.

"Ariana promise you'll be fine."

Seeing Ariana who was so sure of her condition, Arabella finally gave in. Slowly he led Ariana out of the car. Hand in hand like a mother leading her little daughter, Arabella walked together with Ariana until the two of them arrived at the obstetrician's office.

"Welcome, Miss Ariana. How are you? Are you in good health?" said Doctor Annastasia when welcoming Ariana and Arabella to her room. From her first pregnancy, it was she who was entrusted with examining and handling all matters concerning the pregnancy of the daughter-in-law of the Walters family.

"I have good news, doc. It's just that I have had a few complaints. The past few days I have been having a hard time getting to sleep. Even though I can sleep, but I don't sleep well. It even seems that my sleep is not of good quality."

Doctor Annastasia carefully listened to Ariana's complaint. Making sure the patient had gotten rid of all his worries, he immediately checked Ariana's condition and also the baby in the woman's womb first.

"Currently, the gestational age has entered 33 weeks. Count how many weeks to enter the last month and ready to give birth. So far the condition of the baby in the womb is stable and healthy. In fact, the weight of both of them is beyond expectations. So, there is a possibility of delivery later done by caesarean section. But, if possible, there is still a chance to give birth normally. Later we will see the condition of the mother and the baby-to-be first."

Ariana and Arabella listened carefully to the doctor's explanation of Annastasia. Actually, even if she wanted to give birth normally or by caesarean section, Ariana didn't have the slightest problem. The most important thing is that the baby she is carrying can be born safe and healthy.

"For insomnia or insomnia in the last trimester itself is actually not dangerous because it is a natural thing," continued doctor Annastasia giving an explanation. "To anticipate or find the right solution to deal with this insomnia yourself, there are several ways that Ms. Ariana can do it."

"What are some examples, doc?" Ariana asked curiously.

"First, sleep in the right position. Due to being heavily pregnant, I suggest sleeping on your left side to maximize the amount of blood and nutrients going to the placenta. Then, bend your knees and don't forget to place a pillow or bolster between your knees. This position helps Mrs. Ariana reduce the back pain she feels."

Ariana nodded trying to remember. Thinking to himself maybe he could try this way when he sleeps tonight.

"Then what else, doc?"

"You can drink warm milk before going to bed. Or, do light exercise such as walking leisurely, swimming, yoga or pregnancy exercise. However, the easiest and most beneficial is walking a lot. In addition to burning excess energy, the natural fatigue effect able to make it easier for pregnant women to fall asleep or sleep."

Ariana now understood. After hearing all the explanations, she waited for the doctor to prescribe medicine and vitamins for her to take until it was time for her delivery.

***

"Finally we can come back here again, Ms. Agatha. Mr. Samuel and I hope that in the next two months, Ms. Agatha will feel at home in Indonesia and also in Palma."

Randa in Samuel's room gave a warm welcome to Agatha who came back to Indonesia. While discussing the project schedule, the man occasionally made jokes to lighten the mood.

"Thank you very much for the warm welcome, Mr. Randa and Mr. Samuel. Of course I am very happy to be back here and working on projects with great people like you two," Agatha replied with a smile. His eyes never moved from the figure of the man in the gray suit, who was none other than Samuel. Indeed, the man she really wanted to meet in this company.

Samuel gave a smile that was no less friendly. After Randa, it was her turn this time to speak.

"I hope that during the project construction and supervision process, no significant obstacles or difficulties will be found. Even if later there are problems or there is something that needs to be consulted, don't hesitate to ask for help from me and also Mr. Randa or other people in charge."

"Thank you still," nodded Agatha. "I am very happy for the help. Later, if there are difficulties in the future, I will ask for help." Agathan then tidied up the files he had brought with him. The woman looks ready to rise from her seat. "In that case, I'm sorry to go straight on with the assigned tasks. Next time, if I have free time, I would like to invite Mr. Samuel and Mr. Randa to have dinner together. I hope this offer will be accepted."

"With pleasure, Mrs. Agatha. Whenever you invite me, if the time is right, Samuel and I make sure to come," said Randa kindly. Then the man got up, intending to accompany Agatha to the door of the room.

A moment opened the door, coinciding with the arrival of Ariana. Had glanced at each other and smiled, Ariana then continued walking towards her husband's desk. While Randa again closed the door of the room and then returned following sitting in its original place.

"Loh, why are you here? Have you finished checking it?" asked Samuel from her seat.

"It took a long time to finish. Earlier, I was able to pick up Kalvin for a while. Uh, Mama and I were even invited to stay at his house."

"Yeah, just let it be. It's already Mama's habit, right. By the way, have you eaten yet?"

Ariana shook her head.

"Not yet. Want to eat with you, honey."

"Okay, I'll take you home, let's just eat out, how about that?"

"Is it polite for you two to be intimate in front of me? How can you not be invited to lunch too," protested Randa, who had not been recognized by Ariana and Samuel.

"Oh, you want to be invited?" said Ariana. The woman laughed at Randa whose face turned sullen because she felt annoyed.

"Yes. You must bring me, Esmeralda. Besides, as a form of thanks too."

Ariana's forehead also reflexively frowned. He wondered for what purpose to thank the husband's cousin.

"Thank you?"

Randi nodded.

"Yes, please. Thank you because I have taken care of your husband."

"What's Samuel doing with all the guards?"

"Yes, it's okay. But, it's important to take care of it and keep it away from the disturbances of the former."

Samuel turned around. Glaring, the man gave a code so that Randa would not speak carelessly. He's just lazy, Ariana will get angry or overthinking and accuse him of nonsense.

However, honey. As if taken in by the bait that Randa had just thrown, Ariana immediately cast a sharp gaze. Waiting with great intent from Randa's words that had been said earlier.

"What do you mean?"

"Didn't you see the girl who just came out of the room?" asked Randa deliberately.

"That one? What's wrong?"

"That's Palma's new client. Her name is Agatha Selvia."

"Relict!" Samuel clicked. The man again gave a warning to his cousin to stop his chatter. "You don't need to mess around. Later ---"

"Samuel!" interrupted Ariana on purpose. He became exasperated and even thought that his husband was disturbing Randa, who was seriously telling a story. "You shut up first, okay. Let Randa finish what she said," Ariana pleaded. Then he looked back at Randa, waiting for her husband's cousin to continue the conversation. "Hurry up, Ran. When you talk, don't be half-hearted."

"The point is, the woman whose name was Agatha was once a special person in Samuel's heart. She was her husband's former favorite."

Hearing Randa's explanation, Ariana immediately glanced at her husband. Raising an eyebrow, he confirmed Randa's words himself.

"So, that pretty girl was your ex?"

Samuel nodded casually. Not intending to deny what the wife asked either.

"Yes, Randa is right. Agatha is my ex."

"First love, first girlfriend, and don't rule out the first woman Samuel kissed."

Randa stirred. Indeed, his hobby has always been provoking. It's not satisfied if the one who is provoked is not angry or provoked by what he says.

Meanwhile, Samuel immediately threw the pen that was in front of her at Randa. Asking the man to stop babbling and provoking Ariana.

"No need to fish!"

Seconds later Samuel got up. Walk around and then ask Ariana to get out of the room.

"Let's just go for lunch now. If you stay here too long, you'll be poisoned by Randa's words."

"No wonder I can't work. It turns out that in the office there is a partner from the past."

Samuel sighed and looked at Ariana in horror at the same time. He was sure, his wife must have been consumed by Randa's words.

"It's not like that, honey. You don't have to listen to what Randa has to say. It's impossible for me to mess around."

"Lie!"

"For God's sake. Even in the office and field it's Randa who takes care of everything. That means he is partnered with Agatha. Not me."

Ariana stared into Samuel's face. Trying to find a gap in the lie in her husband's black bead. Until he believes Samuel is honest with his words.

"Okay, I believe it. But, if you get caught doing all kinds of things, there's no apology for you."

Samuel nodded. Again reaching out, to then take Ariana out of the room. Leaving Randa to laugh at Samuel's helplessness in front of Ariana.

In the evening everything returned to normal. Ariana was no longer annoyed. Exactly at half past eight, after eating dinner, Samuel seemed to accompany his wife watching television while relaxing on the couch. The man even helped massage Ariana's feet and hands alternately.

"Are your legs really tired?" asked Samuel while continuing to massage Ariana's feet.

"That's great. I think I'm too much of a walker."

"Besides, instead of going around the complex, why not take a leisurely walk on the treadmill?"

"The sensation is different, Ken. If you go around the complex, you can greet the neighbors. So, you don't feel tired. It's better to walk in the morning than in the evening. The air is cooler. Next time, I'll just try to walk in the morning," said the woman.

"Weekend tomorrow. I'll accompany you later."

"Seriously?"

Samuel nodded.

"Seriously, is it. What's so hard about accompanying your favorite wife."

Ariana smiled happily. Without hesitation, he immediately gave Samuel a hug. However, in the midst of her joy, Samuel's cell phone rang. As before, the man immediately got up and then chose to leave the room to receive the call.

Ariana, who was irritated and suspicious, took the initiative to walk towards the bedroom door, then eavesdropped through the crack on the door, what her husband was actually talking about behind the phone so that it seemed secret and afraid that other people would hear it.

"Meet up now? Yes, really. Where do you want to meet?"

Ariana could clearly hear what Samuel was saying. I don't know who her husband was talking to. What is certain, from what he said, Ariana could conclude that Samuel would have a meeting with someone tonight.

"In a regular cafe? No problem. Then, just meet up there. There's also a lot to talk about."

As soon as she saw Samuel who was about to end her conversation, Ariana hurriedly stepped back towards the sofa. Sitting there as before, as if not hearing or eavesdropping on Samuel's previous conversation.

"Honey, I'm going out for a while. You're okay, I'll stay."

Ariana looked up, of course the woman immediately asked.

"Where do you want to go? It's really tall."

"You met Randa for a while. There is something you want to discuss," explained the man.

"Tumben met outside. Usually it was also Randa who came to the house."

Samuel shrugged her shoulders.

"Yeah, I don't know. She wanted to meet him outside. But, it's really only a minute."

Ariana nodded, then motioned for Samuel to leave. After believing that her husband had driven his car, Ariana hurriedly grabbed her cell phone. Seconds were also looking for Randa's contact to be contacted.

"Hello, Ariana. What's up?"

"Where are you Randy?"

"Me? Yes, at home. What's wrong?"

"Are you sure you're home? No longer outside?" asked Ariana to make sure.

"I'm at home, Ariana. I just got home from work. What's wrong with that? Do you need my help? Or what?"

"No. I'm just asking. If so, thanks."

Without the need to wait for an answer from Randa, Ariana immediately ended the call. For a moment he was silent. Think to yourself. If Randa is indeed at home, then who is her husband meeting tonight?