4. Home

For almost a week at her parents' house, Anne never once heard a complaint from Aria about her and Jayden's household. Just as he thought.

Am I the only one who is too paranoid? Anne thought. Seeing how Aria was very happy while taking care of Juan, she doubted if the child had any problems.

"Maybe it's just me who is too worried," muttered Anne, continuing her steps into Aria's room.

"Mom, look. Am I worthy of the title mom now?" Aria asked, smiling proudly as she finished dressing Baby Juan. She was so satisfied because she could finally take care of Juan well. Starting from bathing Baby Juan to wearing diapers and clothes, Aria did it herself without any help from her mother.

Even though just a few days ago Aria was really scared. Even holding baby Juan, she was still very afraid. Aria was afraid it would hurt her child. But, look now. She has done everything well.

"Juan is very lucky to have a mother like you, Aria," said Anne, making Aria's smile even brighter.

"Is it true?"

"Yes, my dear daughter."

Aria immediately hugged her mother tightly. So happy to have learned many valuable lessons in taking care of Juan. Apart from that, regarding her household problems, Aria didn't want to tell her mother, but what Anne said a few days ago made her unable to say anything else.

"How is the condition of my father's company?" Aria asked quietly.

"Since joining your husband's company, your father's business has run smoothly. Your father has even been able to increase his employees' salaries next month," answered Anne with a beaming face that couldn't hide her happiness.

Aria didn't know how to react. She was happy because her father's business was getting better, but on the other hand, that meant Aria would be even more attached to Jayden. Just as the man wanted.

So how did Aria separate from Jayden?

"So what, Aria?" asked Anne.

Aria shook her head slowly, showing a faint smile. "Noting. I just wanted to know." Aria's hopes of being separated from Jayden in the near future are gone.

"I think I have to hold on a little longer," Aria whispered almost inaudibly. Yes, that's true because Aria had no other choice.

"Good afternoon!" someone greeted, making the two women break their hug and turn towards the source of the voice.

Aria took a quick breath. Just as she forgot about her problems for a moment, the man with brown hair came as if to tell Aria that she wouldn't let go that easily. That man will always shadow her.

"Good afternoon, Jayden," said Anne approaching her son-in-law. Gave him a warm hug then brought him over to Aria who looked at him disapprovingly.

"How are you today, darling?" Jayden asked after he gave Aria a short kiss on the forehead. What he always did when he came there.

Jayden didn't care about Aria's annoyed look. The man actually deliberately made the woman angry and annoyed. Think of it as Jayden's form of revenge. But this is just the beginning.

Aria thought that Jayden wouldn't come and care about her like he did at the hospital. But it turns out Aria was wrong. Every day the man would come to visit him and even stay with him there.

As usual, Jayden always carries out his role well. The figure of his family's dream son-in-law.

"I'm fine." Before you come and destroy everything. Aria was annoyed in her heart.

"Thank goodness. Because today I want you to come home," said Jayden.

"What?"

"Why do you look so surprised, darling?"

Aria looked at her mother and smiled faintly. "It's okay," she answered quickly then looked down.

Jayden approached Anne. "Is it okay if I bring Aria home today?" Jayden asked in a slightly persuasive tone. That man is really clever when it comes to persuading someone.

Anne looked at Aria first before nodding. "Of course. I don't have the right to keep him here any longer," said Anne.

"Thank you, ma'am. I'm sure Aria can take care of Juan alone from now on," said Jayden looking at Aria triumphantly. because finally he could take Aria away from there.

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No one made a sound during the journey. Aria was busy with Juan while Jayden was busy behind the wheel of the car. They were truly separated by the walls that both of them had built in their marriage relationship. they were like strangers in the same car.

When she got home, Aria didn't immediately go downstairs to go inside. The shadow of that painful night still haunted Aria. If something had happened to the baby that night, she would probably have killed Jayden with her own hands. thank goodness she and the baby are fine.

Aria exhaled slowly looking at the house. She seemed to have her own trauma with that house. And unfortunately she had to stay there for who knows how long.

"Are you coming down or not?" asked Jayden who was already outside the car.

Aria just looked around for a moment then got out of the car. The woman who was carrying her baby took a deep breath before following Jayden's steps into the house.

Every step felt so heavy. However, the cry from the baby in her arms seemed to be an incentive for Aria to come in immediately. Maybe Baby Juan is starting to feel cold.

When she arrived inside she was greeted enthusiastically by the maids. Especially Tara. 22 year old girl, the maid closest to Aria.

"Mrs. Aria is home!" Tara said with a smile on her face. Aria returned the smile faintly. "Can I carry him?" asked the woman looking at Juan. It seemed that Tara couldn't wait to see Aria's handsome son up close.

"Sure," answered Aria, handing Juan to Tara. However, Tara will be the one to look after Juan and help Aria.

"I want to rest," muttered Aria, intending to immediately go to her room but Jayden stopped Aria's steps.

"What is it?" Aria asked, confused, looking at her hand that Jayden had been holding.

"That room has become Elena and I's room. You can use the guest room from now on," Jayden answered, making Aria's mouth agape in disbelief at what she had just heard.

What did he say?

His and Elena's room.

"Welcome back, Aria!"

The woman whose name had just been mentioned appeared from behind Jayden. embraced and even gave Jayden a short kiss on the cheek.

Aria chuckled slightly. How shameless the two humans in front of him were. There's even Tara and several maids here, but they don't hesitate to act in intimate scenes. Oh Lord.

"What the hell, Jayden? You let this woman stay in our house?" Aria asked pointing at the woman.

"What did you say? Our house?" Jayden chuckled lightly. "This is my house. Don't get me wrong. So it's up to me to bring anyone here. Including Elena," he continued.

"Yes, that's absolutely true. Besides, I should have lived in this house," Elena added. "But you took it. But now I have reclaimed my rights," she continued smiling broadly.

Aria looked at Jayden full of disappointment.

The house is his?

Wasn't the house a wedding gift for the two of them from Jayden's parents?

Aria took a deep breath. Now she knew his purpose in bringing her home. He wanted to show that he had now won over Aria by bringing his mistress to live with them.

Aria firmly held back her tears. She couldn't appear weak in front of them. Because she believed that was what Jayden and Elena wanted. Even though Aria couldn't stand it anymore.

"It's up to you guys!" Aria said leaving there. Followed by Tara behind her.

"Mrs Aria!" Tara called softly as soon as they arrived in the room.

"Please, Tara. Can you leave me alone?" Aria asked with her back to Tara. Not only in front of these two people, Aria also didn't want to show her weakest side in front of Tara.

"Yes, Miss." Tara was forced to agree to Aria's request even though the woman was actually unwilling. She then put Baby Juan on the bed then left the room, leaving Aria who was in tears.

There was a faint sound of laughter from outside her room. The couple seemed to be mocking Aria who was crying alone in the room. Aria sat down while leaning on the bed. Hugging her knees so that the sound of her crying couldn't be heard.

Aria wanted to cry. Throw away all her heartache. But that's just for today. After that, Aria wouldn't let herself lose again.

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