3. Play a role

Aria smiled as carefree as possible when her parents and Jayden's parents came to visit. They looked so happy even though they could only see Aria and Jayden's baby from behind transparent glass. The cute baby is still in the incubator. Even Aria herself was still not allowed to see the child up close.

It doesn't matter. The important thing is that they know that the tiny baby is okay. It just needs intensive care. The critical times have passed.

"He's very handsome," said Elvis, Jayden's father proudly embraced his son who was standing next to him. His smile bloomed with happiness that couldn't be contained.

How could it not be that the grandson that Elvis dreamed of was now before his eyes? He really couldn't wait to hold her.

"Of course. He's my son and also your grandson," said Jayden, also praising the little baby, inviting laughter from all of them.

"Jayden, Aria, do you have a name for your handsome baby?" asked Aria's mother, Anne. The woman was no less enthusiastic than her mother.

Jayden and Aria, who were still sitting in a wheelchair, looked at each other. After Jayden left that day he never came to the hospital to visit Aria again. He was too busy spending time with Elena and also taking care of his work. Two days passed before he came with his parents and Aria's parents. That was because he had to because Jayden still didn't have a good reason not to come.

Aria and Jayden didn't have time to discuss their child's name. Even Aria thought Jayden wouldn't care at all, making Aria think of a name for her child herself. Unfortunately the woman hasn't found a suitable name yet.

"Of course."

Until Jayden's answer made Aria look at him confused. It turned out that the man had already prepared a name for their child.

"Juan Mattew," Jayden continued, not taking his eyes off the child. He felt that the name was very suitable for his little man.

"Wow! A beautiful name, Jayden," said Jane, Jayden's mother.

They all smiled in satisfaction with Jayden's answer. But not with Aria. She instead stared intently at Jayden there.

'I should be the one who gave my son a name, not that bastard.' Aria screamed internally. She didn't accept that Jayden gave her child the name. Although it cannot be denied that Jayden is the child's father. He also has rights.

But after all his actions, Aria felt that the man had no rights at all. Let's say Aria is selfish. Yes, Aria admits that.

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"So when can you go home?" asked Anne while holding her daughter's hand, which still looked pale. Actually, Anne really wanted to accompany Aria when she gave birth, but the woman only found out that her daughter had given birth today.

Anne was angry with Jayden, but because the man was an expert at persuading, Anne's anger subsided quickly. Even though she didn't have time to accompany her, at least Anne knew that Aria was fine.

Even though Jayden deliberately didn't tell anyone about Aria's condition. The man wanted to make Aria feel alone. Evil indeed and that's Jayden with all his forms of revenge on Aria.

"Just waiting for my baby's condition to get better, Mom," answered Aria, smiling faintly.

Jayden and Jayden's parents had gone home first. Aria was sure that Jayden would not return there again, so she had to prepare an answer if her parents asked where her husband was. Although to be honest, Aria was still confused about what to answer.

Anne stroked the child's cheek gently. "Are you okay, Aria?" asked the woman in a slightly worried tone.

Aria was silent for a moment hearing Anne's question. Is it very obvious that she's not okay? Even though Aria felt like she was hiding her problem well.

"I'm fine, Mom. So what?" Aria did her best to hide the panic that suddenly hit her.

"But you don't look like that. Do you have a problem with Jayden?"

A mother's instincts are never wrong. If Aria hadn't thought about anything, she would have told everything Jayden did to her. But Aria couldn't do it. She was too afraid that the worst scenario would happen, so Aria just hugged her mother. Hiding behind the body of the woman who gave birth to her.

"I'm okay, Mom. Really. I'm fine," whispered Aria, starting to sob.

Good grief! Why is she even crying? That could make Anne even more suspicious. You suck, Aria!

And it's true, Anne knew very well that her daughter wasn't doing well. But as a mother she couldn't force Aria to tell the story, especially if it involved her household with Jayden.

Anne did not interfere as much as possible. This is something that is also requested by her in-laws. Let their children solve their problems themselves. but if they came to tell stories, Anne wouldn't mind either. She will give the best advice for his child's household as much as possible.

"Okay, if you don't want to talk. Mom just hopes that you will always be happyespecially now that you have Juan," said Anne, gently stroking Aria's hair.

"Yes, ma'am. I always hope for the same thing," said Aria. Those are not just words but a prayer that is expected to be answered.

They broke their embrace when they heard the boisterous voices of two men approaching Aria's treatment room. It was the voices of Jayden and Andrew, Aria's father.

Anne just smiled faintly when she saw the two men enter. If you are in a situation like now, Aria seems to forget that she and Jayden are not in a good situation.

They look like a big happy family. Full of jokes and laughter. Aria chuckled sadly as if she was mocking her own fate.

"Honey, the doctor said you can go home the day after tomorrow. You just need to have a check-up every week for treatment," said Jayden, approaching Aria and stroking the woman's hair gently.

Aria looked up. Smiling crookedly seeing her husband with all his theatrics. Maybe if Aria hadn't known about Jayden's rottenness, things would have been different. Where she would be so grateful to have Jayden with her. A husband who is so kind and caring.

"Is our child okay? He can go home too, right?"

Like Jayden, Aria also played her role well.

"Yes, because he's my son he has to be strong," answered Jayden.

In Aria's gaze, Jayden could already tell that the woman was cursing herself in her heart. And that's what Jayden really wanted. Aria got hurt in her own game.

"He has to be like that." Aria said with emphasis.

"You guys make mom and dad jealous," said Andrew looking at his happy daughter and son-in-law without knowing what was really going on.

Jayden suddenly embraced Aria. "You know that I really love your daughter, Dad?"

Bullshit!

"Of course. and I'm also sure that Aria is the same way. Isn't that right, Aria?" Andrew asked. He felt so happy because he felt he was right to choose Jayden as Aria's husband.

The two men looked at Aria demanding answers. With a faint smile, the woman nodded slowly. They could smile happily, but Anne couldn't be fooled by all that. She knows her daughter better than anyone.

The smile that Aria was emitting was not the real one. There was something he was trying to hide behind that smile.

"Aria, how about you stay with mom and dad for the next few days?"

And Anne wouldn't be able to just watch her daughter like that. She had to find out. Although she had to remain patient waiting for Aria herself to say everything.

"Why do you suddenly want Aria to live with mom and dad?" Jayden asked in surprise.

"I really miss Aria. After all, being a new mother is not an easy thing. I will teach Aria how to take good care of a baby," said Anne. That was the most reasonable reason. "How about it, Aria. Do you want to live with me?" asked Anne looking at Aria hopefully. She hope Aria doesn't refuse.

And as if she was with the goddess of luck, Aria immediately nodded. "Sure, ma'am." Aria then looked at Jayden. "How about it, Jay. Is it okay if I live with my mom for the next few days??" Aria asked with a pitiful face.

Unlucky!

Jayden had no other choice. If he refuses, what reason should he give? Especially if his in-laws ask. Jayden took a deep breath before forming a slightly forced smile.

"Okay. If that's what you want," Jayden answered finally.

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