Unpredictable Betrayal : A Sweet of Revenge

Aurora had just arrived home. Opening the door, she heard her mother calling repeatedly as if there was something important and urgent that needed to be communicated.

Aurora made her way to the kitchen. As expected, she found Elenna busy cooking a meal to be eaten together at dinner time.

“Oh my, called and called, and here you are hiding.”

Aurora approached. Perhaps her mother was so focused on preparing the food that she didn’t realize or hear when Aurora called repeatedly.

“Mom!” Aurora called out again. Her voice louder this time, Elenna finally noticed and turned around.

“Oh, you’re home already?”

Aurora sighed and nodded. Even though she had been calling out since she stepped foot in the house, her mother didn’t respond.

“Yeah. I’ve been calling out from the front door, but you didn’t answer or respond.”

Elenna laughed. While tasting the dish she was preparing, she responded to her daughter’s protest.

“I was busy cooking, how could I hear you? And why were you calling out anyway? You knew I was home, you could have just come straight to me.”

Elenna’s words made sense. Instead of wasting energy calling out or shouting, Aurora could have just looked for her mother who was not far from the kitchen or the flower garden behind the house.

“Gosh… just for fun. That’s why Aurora called out.”

“What do you want to say, then?” Elenna became curious. If Aurora was searching so intensely, there must be something important she wanted to discuss or inform her about.

“It’s about Alden, Mom.”

“What about Alden? Is he mad at you for suddenly coming back?”

Aurora shook her head.

“No, it’s not that.”

“Then what?”

“He proposed to Aurora and asked when we could get married.”

Both of Elenna’s eyes widened. She was also surprised to hear the news that Aurora had just conveyed. Although she knew her daughter was in a serious relationship, she didn’t expect Alden to propose so hastily. Especially since Aurora had just returned after disappearing for two months.

“So, he proposed to you?”

“Yes! Before, Alden had asked me to marry him. But Aurora asked for a month to think. And now, he’s asking again and wants a definite answer.”

Elenna’s surprise didn’t diminish at all. She was also happy that her daughter was proposed to by someone she considered suitable. “So, what did you answer when Alden asked for a decision?”

Aurora sat down at a chair near the dining table. She took a deep breath to calm her mixed feelings. After composing herself, she continued to tell her story.

“Aurora was stunned at first. It was unexpected.”

Elenna laughed. She imagined Aurora’s stunned face when proposed to by Alden.

“And then… and then?”

“Aurora just said we should discuss first how to proceed. If possible, you should invite your mother to meet my parents first.”

“You said that?” Elenna asked to confirm.

“Yeah, I did. We have to ask Dad and Mom first.”

At the same time, Joshua along with Asher and Clara were seen arriving. Since they felt everyone was already gathered, they decided to prepare and then enjoy dinner together while discussing the issue of Aurora being proposed to by Alden.

“So, according to Dad, what do you think? Should Aurora just accept Alden’s proposal? Or does it need to be carefully considered?”

This time, Aurora had to make sure that her father was 100% supportive. For heaven’s sake, she didn’t want the past to repeat itself, where Joshua was half-hearted in letting her marry Alex.

Because he didn’t fully approve from the start, Joshua had asked Aurora to reconsider before accepting Alex’s proposal. But, being stubborn, Aurora kept pushing her father until he finally relented and gave his permission. And what happened in the end? Her marriage to Alex didn’t work out. Exactly what Joshua had feared from the beginning.

That’s why, this time Aurora would try to listen to all forms of advice from her father, mother, and her sibling. If they were okay with it, only then would Aurora make a decision.

“Before anything else, Dad asks first. Are you really sure about Alden? I mean, are there no doubts at all about marrying him and be her wife?”

Aurora nodded firmly. From the look in her eyes, she had no doubts about her choice this time. There were many things that made her confident that Alden was different from other men out there.

“There are many things that make Aurora believe that Alden is the right person to be her life partner. Aurora is sure, this time she won’t make the same mistake as before.”

Joshua smiled. Seeing Aurora’s attitude, he gave the response his daughter had been waiting for.

“In that case, you can accept Alden’s proposal. For your choice this time, Papa also doesn’t have any doubts. Alden is a good man, polite, hardworking, and appears very responsible. Moreover, you’ve been officially divorced for more than three months. So, it’s not a problem if you want to rebuild your marriage.”

“Yes, Aurora,” Asher chimed in. “If I may, Papa and Mama also agree that you should remarry and choose Alden as your husband. In our eyes, he is the right person to accompany you. While you were away, he never once got bored asking about your whereabouts. Not angry or disappointed, but patiently waiting until you finally returned.”

Aurora nodded. She also thanked Alden for patiently waiting.

“That’s why I’m sure I chose him.”

Asher seemed to agree.

“And hopefully, your choice brings happiness. So that in the future, you can continue living together until death do you part.”

Aurora was touched. She was happy that all her family members gave their blessings to her decision to rebuild her marriage. If everyone prayed like this, it would be easy for her to give her decision to Alden.

“So, everyone agrees, right?” Aurora asked to confirm.

“Yes,” Joshua affirmed. “You can tell Alden to bring his mother here to discuss the future of your relationship.”

Elenna, who was happy, approached Aurora and hugged her. Touched because her beloved daughter could once again feel happiness with her chosen man.

“Mama prays for the best for Aurora. Hopefully everything goes smoothly until Aurora officially becomes Alden’s partner.”

In an emotional state, Aurora received a guest. Her assistant, who had opened the door and asked the guest to come in, approached Aurora and gave a report.

“Ma’am, sorry to disturb. Someone is looking for you. They’re waiting in the living room.”

Aurora nodded. Getting up from the dining room, she made her way to the living room. As she arrived, she was surprised by the presence of Alden who came with his mother.

“Alden… Aunt Zendaya.”

Both of them stood up. Zendaya even gave a tight hug after shaking hands with Aurora. She expressed her joy and gratitude for finally being able to meet Aurora again.

“I’m finally able to meet you again. Aunt apologizes for the mistakes Aunt has made.”

Aurora nodded. She was sure Alden’s mother must feel guilty and uneasy because she had previously asked her to stay away from her son.

“Aunt is not wrong. So, there’s no need to apologize.”

Zendaya shook her head.

“But, because of Aunt, you left. Aunt shouldn’t have been selfish at that time. If only Aunt had been a little patient, maybe all of this wouldn’t have happened. It’s a pity that both of you became victims.”

Aurora nodded understandingly. She felt sad seeing Zendaya who truly felt guilty and seemed to regret her actions.

“That’s enough. There’s no need to discuss the past anymore. Aurora has already forgotten everything. What’s important is that we can all meet and gather again like before.”

Aurora then invited Zendaya to sit back down. Engaging in conversation, until eventually Alden and Zendaya stated their purpose for coming to Aurora’s house late at night.

“I hope my and Mama’s visit tonight doesn’t bother you, does it?”

Aurora shook her head. Moreover, the internal discussion between herself and her extended family had already been concluded.

“No, don’t worry.”

“I brought Mama here on purpose to meet you. And I think the timing is right because your parents are also here.”

Then Alden turned to Zendaya. He let his mother speak.

“So, tonight Aunt hurriedly stopped by because Alden told me that you’ve returned. Honestly, Aunt is happy. Besides wanting to apologize, Aunt also wants to accompany Alden who wants to propose to you.”

Aurora was startled. Just this afternoon, Alden had discussed the proposal, and she had asked him to schedule a meeting so that he could bring his mother to meet her parents.

Who would have thought that Alden moved quickly and immediately brought his mother to Aurora’s house tonight to meet her. Is this really the definition of being eager to get married?