5. Bride to be

That morning, Mario had just arrived at the office. Before walking to his room, the man decided to stop first to approach Aurorae who seemed busy compiling several files on the table.

While carrying a box of cakes, Mario took the initiative to enter. Deliberately approached to hand over what he had deliberately brought.

"Good morning, Aurorae. Have you had breakfast?"

Aurorae, who at that time was busy checking one of the files, did not seem to care. He even deliberately acted cold as if he didn't notice Mario's presence in his room.

"Aurorae..." Mario called again. "Have you had breakfast? I brought you an American Sandwich on purpose. I'm sure you'll like it."

This time Aurorae turned around. Staring at Mario's face. Nailing the man's brown bead. Then not long to speak back.

"Aren't you tired of constantly bothering me?"

"Never, Aurorae. I will never tire of approaching you."

"You stubborn man. No matter what you do, it won't interest me in the least, Mario. So just give up everything you're trying to do. Either way, I'll never want to marry you."

"Aurorae." This time Mario recited the name so softly. "Can't you just give me one chance to self-soothe?"

"I told you you're not my ideal type of man, Mario."

"Then from that, give me just one chance to be your type. Just so you know, I'm the man I used to be ----"

Aurorae shook her head. Hurriedly cut Mario's unfinished sentence.

"Don't bother, Mario. Either way, I'm not the least bit interested in you. Now, get away from me!"

Finished saying that, Aurorae chose to pass. Leaving Mario just headed for the meeting room.

While Mario could only swallow back the words he had painstakingly wanted to express. Even if he had the chance, he wanted to tell Aurorae right now about who he was. Who knew that after the woman realized that he was a man who once loved her so much, Aurorae's heart could melt and accept him again as before.

Ignoring his anxiety this morning, Mario walked away. Immediately stepped into the room and took some files then went back to have a meeting with clients outside the office.

In the afternoon, when he was returning from work, Mario accidentally ran into Raphael in the Lobby of the Exon building. At that moment, Aurorae's father immediately called. Ask him to immediately come into the room.

"Mario, sit down. I have something important to talk to you about," Raphael ordered. The man pointed his hand. Ask Mario to quickly sit in front of him.

"What's wrong Mister? Do I have any work to do?"

Raphael nodded.

"Sure. There's something you need to get done ASAP."

"If I may ask, what should I do?"

Mario could see how Raphael was glaring at him. Throwing a scanning gaze, as if in the middle of assessing. Maybe he was making sure whether he deserved to accompany the princess or not.

"You remember about marrying Aurorae?"

Mario was immediately aghast when he heard those words leave Raphael's lips. Astonishment when he heard the man in front of him suddenly discussed the matter of marriage with the princess.

"Yes," said the man, nodding. "I remember."

Is the decision still the same? You're still going to marry Aurorae, no matter what?"

"Of course, Mister," Mario answered confidently. "Whatever it is, I will marry Aurorae as a form of responsibility. Even if she still refuses, I will try to continue to convince her."

Raphael then looks nodding.

"That's good then. I want you to marry soon, Aurorae. Whether my daughter agrees or not, I'll still marry you both."

Mario seemed to choke on his own spit. On the one hand, he was surprised by the news that Raphael had just delivered, but on the other hand, he was certainly happy because his dream of marrying Aurorae would come true in the near future."

Why suddenly like this, Mister? Does anyone else know about the scandal we created?" asked Mario curiously and carefully. The man even lowered his voice on purpose for fear of being heard by other people passing in front of the room.

"Luckily there aren't any, Mario," said Raphael.

"But, there are other things that compel me to marry you two."

"May I know the cause?"

"Of course." His boss nodded. Take a deep breath, then speak softly. "Aurorae is pregnant. And I'm sure the baby in her belly is yours."

Mario's eyes successfully balled. Discovering the fact that Aurorae was pregnant made him so shocked. A feeling of guilt enveloped him. First, because he succeeded in stealing Aurorae's virginity, and now he is adding to her burden by getting her pregnant even before they are officially married.

"W-what? Aurorae is pregnant?"

"Yes, Mario. You heard that right. This afternoon, after I finished chairing the meeting and reading the presentation, Aurorae suddenly fainted. I was worried that something might happen, I immediately took her to the hospital."

"You mean Aurorae is in the hospital right now?" Not to mention that the look of shock on Mario's face had disappeared, and now he was even more worried after learning that Aurorae was currently in the hospital.

"Aurorae is being treated at the hospital. As soon as the doctor conducted an examination, it was discovered that she was pregnant. In fact, at this time her womb has stepped on six weeks."

Mario's face lit up instantly. There was a feeling of uneasiness and guilt toward Raphael. Because of her stupidity, Aurorae became pregnant like now.

"I'm sorry, Mister. Whatever happens to Aurorae right now, I will take responsibility."

"Sure," said Raphael quickly. "You do have to be responsible. As soon as Tristan returns from Paris, I will discuss this matter with him. Whether you like Aurorae or not, with the decision we both made, you two still have to get married soon," Raphael said with emphasis. Obviously, the man wasn't in the least bit refusing or negotiating.

"I will do whatever is your decision, Mister," said Mario confidently. He could do nothing else except comply as a form of responsibility.

"That's why, I really ask you, from now on talk to your parents. Tell them that in the near future you will marry Aurorae."

Mario nodded. Responds to orders given to him. Before actually leaving Raphael's room, the man again asked questions timidly.

"Sorry in advance, Mister, if I am presumptuous. Can I visit Aurorae at the hospital? If allowed, I want to accompany her there."

Raphael nodded in agreement.

"Go ahead, Mario. I've never forbade you in the least. You may slowly approach Aurorae. I also assigned you to drive her home tomorrow from the hospital. You're ready, right?"

"With pleasure, Mister."

"Papa," Raphael corrected. "From now on, make it a habit to call me Papa."

Mario smiled happily. Leave Raphael's room feeling happy. Now he has two tasks to do. He was first discussing marriage with his parents. Second, keep trying to win Aurorae's heart so that she will accept his love.