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2026-09-10 18:45:00The drive home from the boutique felt unusually long and quiet. Gian could clearly sense the drastic shift in the atmosphere. Aurelia, who normally filled the car with comments about the traffic or plans for dinner, was now completely silent.
“Are you really feeling dizzy, sweetheart?” Gian asked carefully, breaking the silence when they stopped at a red light. “Or was there something wrong with the dress? If you don't like it, we can always find—”
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LOVE BEYOND THE PAIN 305. I love you just the way you're
“Just close the door!”Gian froze.His shirt was already lying on the floor, but the hand that had been reaching for his belt suddenly stopped in midair. The warm steam filling the bathroom seemed to grow heavy, almost cold.Aurelia’s quiet, panicked cry hit Gian harder than a slap. He stared at his wife. She was curled up in the corner of the bathtub, the remaining soapy water doing little to hide her defensive posture. Her knees were pulled to her chest, her arms wrapped tightly around herself, covering whatever she could. Her eyes were wide with panic and... shame.This wasn’t his Aurelia.His Aurelia had never hidden herself from him.“Lia?” Gian’s voice came out rougher than he expected. “What... what’s wrong?”“I told you to close the door! Get out, Gian!” Aurelia shot back, her voice trembling. Clear tears began to pool in her eyes, only making her more frustrated.“Hey, hey, it’s me,” Gian said gently, crouching beside the bathtub. He ignored the fact that his pants were getti
LOVE BEYOND THE PAIN 304. Don't!!
The drive home from the boutique felt unusually long and quiet. Gian could clearly sense the drastic shift in the atmosphere. Aurelia, who normally filled the car with comments about the traffic or plans for dinner, was now completely silent.“Are you really feeling dizzy, sweetheart?” Gian asked carefully, breaking the silence when they stopped at a red light. “Or was there something wrong with the dress? If you don't like it, we can always find—”“I’m fine,” Aurelia interrupted softly, keeping her eyes closed. “I’m just... suddenly tired. I’m going to sleep for a bit, okay? Wake me when we get home.”She turned her face toward the window, her back slightly angled away from Gian.Gian sighed.He knew exactly when Aurelia was actually asleep and when she was pretending to be. The slight furrow between her brows and the tension in her shoulders told him his wife was hiding somet
LOVE BEYOND THE PAIN 303. Suddenly Insecure
A week passed in a forced calm. Aurelia followed the doctor’s orders and cut back on her activities. Her laptop stayed closed more often than not. She spent most of her days reading books about childbirth and taking afternoon naps. But beneath that calm exterior, her mind was still racing between two worlds: her thesis deadline and the preparations for the seven-month pregnancy celebration.After some intense negotiations between Gian and Mrs. Lestari, they finally agreed on a celebration that would be simple but respectable. That meant the guest list was still bigger than Aurelia had hoped, but at least there would be no garden-party decoration vendors.That morning, they were scheduled for a dress fitting. Mrs. Lestari had recommended her favorite kebaya boutique, which also provided coordinated outfits for family events.“I don't know, honey. I think the kaftan we bought the other day would be enough,” Aurelia complained as she struggled to match her sandals.“Mom already made the
LOVE BEYOND THE PAIN 302. He Woke Up
A comfortable silence settled over the room for a few moments. The only sounds were the soft rustling of the wind outside the window and the steady beat of Gian’s heart beneath Aurelia’s ear.She closed her eyes, allowing herself to sink into this rare sense of security.In this room, she wasn’t a researcher racing against a deadline or an anxious mother-to-be. She was simply Lia, a woman who had just allowed herself to indulge in a long-held fantasy with the man she loved.“He’s awake,” Gian suddenly whispered, his voice low and amused.Aurelia lifted her head slightly. “Who?”Gian smiled and looked down at her belly.“Our little guy. He’s probably wondering why his house was shaking so much a few minutes ago.”Right on cue, Aurelia felt it.A strong kick, followed by another little protest from inside her belly, as if their baby wanted to join the conversation.
LOVE BEYOND THE PAIN 301. Nostalgia in Her Old Bedroom
That morning, Aurelia’s parents’ home on the outskirts of town felt like a warm embrace from her childhood. The rich aroma of freshly brewed Indonesian coffee and bananas just pulled from the frying pan filled the living room, where Aurelia sat on the couch with her mother.Sunlight streamed through the large windows, illuminating their faces and adding to the cozy atmosphere. At seven months pregnant, with her belly growing more prominent by the day, Aurelia felt comfortable being back in the home where she had grown up, even if only for a few hours.“Yes, Mom. My mother-in-law is planning to have a seven-month pregnancy celebration too,” Aurelia said, taking a sip of the warm tea her mother had prepared. She smiled as she remembered Mrs. Lestari’s excitement while planning the event.Mrs. Mirna nodded enthusiastically, her eyes lighting up. “I bet it’s going to be a big celebration, right?” the middle-aged woman guessed as she peeled an apple for Aurelia. “Gian’s family is known for
LOVE BEYOND THE PAIN 300. Gian Was Definitely Winning
Aurelia and Gian walked into the dining room with bright smiles, their fingers intertwined. Aurelia wore a loose floral dress that made her look fresh and radiant, while Gian, dressed in a simple T-shirt and shorts, looked more relaxed than usual. Their soft laughter still lingered from their intimate morning together in the bedroom, filling the room with a warm, happy atmosphere as they took their seats at the dining table.Mrs. Lestari, who was arranging plates of scrambled eggs and sliced fruit, turned around and broke into a wide smile when she saw them.“Look at that. The happy couple,” she said, her eyes sparkling with pride. “What did I tell you? Yoga is good for you. Just look at Aurelia. You’re positively glowing.”Aurelia smiled, her cheeks turning slightly pink. She pulled out a chair and sat beside Gian, automatically reaching for the glass of orange juice that had already been prepared for her.“Yes, Mom. T
LOVE BEYOND THE PAIN 4. You’re defending her
“I want to ask you something,” Gian said quietly, though his voice carried an unmistakable firmness. “Who exactly were you trying to please?”Aurelia froze. Her lips parted, but no sound came out.Madam Lestari folded her arms even tighter across her chest. “Certainly not me, Gian,” she snapped.Si
LOVE BEYOND THE PAIN 3. Mother-in-Law’s Greeting
Gian didn’t answer. Only a long, heavy silence filled the room, swallowing whatever courage Aurelia had left. She shut her eyes, desperately hoping for an explanation—anything. But all she heard was the faint rustle of fabric as Gian shifted on the sofa.Minutes passed before a voice finally broke
LOVE BEYOND THE PAIN 2. The Beginning of Disaster
Aurelia didn’t sleep a single second. Her eyes stayed fixed on the ceiling, the cracks forming strange shapes, like a spiderweb slowly tightening around her. She felt trapped, and today that web was pulling her straight into the center of her ruin.Devina’s last words echoed in her skull like a cur
LOVE BEYOND THE PAIN 1. A Sacrifice
“You’re going to take your sister’s place and marry Mr. Gian.”The words fell from her father’s mouth with a coldness that sliced straight through her bones. As if he were asking her to run to the corner store for salt, not telling her to hand over her entire life to a man she’d never even met.Aur
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