Observing her defeated opponent, Glara smiled thinly and walked away from the restaurant. No one knew what Glara had said to Marta that left the woman speechless.
On the way, Glara remained silent, gazing out the window until the car unknowingly arrived at the hospital where her son was being treated. Glara asked Rose to return to the company and reschedule other business meetings. She wanted to meet with Gama and Louis, who were waiting for her to have lunch together.
Glara tidied up her clothes and changed her facial expression to a more cheerful one. She didn't want Louis or Gama to know about her sadness over Damian's demeaning behavior. "Hiii, Mom's here!" Glara exclaimed with enthusiasm as she opened Gama's hospital room door.
"Mom!" Gama shouted happily upon seeing the woman who gave birth to him in front of him.
"Guess what Mom brought?" Glara asked, showing the paper bag she had bought at the restaurant earlier.
Gama examined the paper bag and sniffed. "Ahh, zuppa soup and fried chicken?" Gama guessed joyfully.
Glara and Louis laughed happily. Glara nodded and took out the contents of the paper bag. She prepared Gama's favorite zuppa soup and helped her son finish it. "It's been a long time since Gama had this."
"Oh really, how long exactly?" Louis asked, patting the top of Gama's head.
Gama seemed to count with his fingers. "Um, one... two... three... ah, a long time, Grandpa. It seems since Mom went abroad."
Glara's heart ached; she was truly disappointed with Damian's attitude. All this time, Glara had always sent money on time and had always instructed to buy anything Gama liked. It turned out that he took advantage of Glara's love for him and spent the money she sent alone. He even neglected Gama, who was seriously ill.
"From now on, Gama can have zuppa soup whenever he wants. Mom will always buy it for Gama," Glara said, covering up her sadness.
"Really? Mom promises?" Gama asked with a mouth full of food. Glara nodded, rubbing Gama's head fondly.
They spent time sharing stories with each other. Glara also talked about her experience working in a Japanese factory. She learned a bit about the system there, and Glara intended to try to implement it in her company to make it grow even faster.
"It's possible, Glara. But you have to make sure that the system is suitable for the human resources in our company. Don't make a wrong move, or it might backfire on you," Louis advised Glara as she enjoyed her lunch.
Glara nodded, swallowing the food in her mouth, and said, "Certainly, Grandpa. That's why, for the next few days, Glara will focus on researching the resources in our company, as well as some ongoing systems and projects."
Louis nodded, patting Glara's shoulder. "Grandpa believes you can rise again. Forget him and start a new chapter. Prove to him that you're not just any woman he can insult and trample on her dignity."
Glara nodded and looked at Louis with confidence. They then continued their lunch. After that, Glara accompanied Gama for an afternoon nap by reading stories, just like she used to before going abroad.
Louis had decided to go home, instructing Glara to rest and take care of her health. Because from today, Glara would be busy with many things. "I will enjoy my old age with my grandson. Glara, go back to being the Glara that Grandpa knew five years ago." Louis's last words echoed in her mind as he left the room.
She replayed the memory tape in her head. The first time she met Damian and how he treated her, making Glara shed tears. Not wanting to linger in sadness, Glara chose to play with her phone to dispel the sadness and boredom. Her slender fingers scrolled through her social media.
Until Glara's fingers stopped at a post showing the happiness of a married couple on vacation at a beach with the caption 'No one can make me doubt the greatness of my love for you, Damian.'
Glara smirked. "Marta... Marta... you're just as naive as I was five years ago."
Time continued to pass, and Glara became more occupied with office affairs. However, she still made time for Gama and monitored Gama's recovery progress. Like now, Glara was meeting with the doctor who was treating Gama.
"So how is Gama's progress so far, Doctor?" Glara asked, sitting in front of the woman in a white suit with a stethoscope around her neck.
The woman smiled and said, "Gama's progress is very good. His weight has also increased significantly, but still in line with his age and development. His psychological changes are much better than before."
Glara smiled happily hearing the doctor's report. "If Gama's condition continues to improve until tomorrow, then we can consider allowing visitors the day after tomorrow."
Glara breathed a sigh of relief; she couldn't hide her happiness and gratitude. "Thank you very much, doctor. I..."
"All of this is thanks to your efforts and God's permission. We are just intermediaries," she replied, rubbing Glara's hand as a show of support as fellow women and mothers.
After meeting with the doctor, Glara returned to Gama's room. However, from a distance, Glara heard Gama crying, calling her name. With a thousand-step movement, Glara went to that room and pushed the door open roughly.
"Why are you here?" Glara asked, pulling the man away from Gama, who was crying in fear.
"Glara, I apologize for all my mistakes. I regret it, and I want to come back to you and Gama."
Glara stared sharply and straight ahead, hugging her son tightly. Glara pressed the emergency button on the watch wrapped around her left wrist.
"It's too late for everything. Leave this room!" Glara said firmly and sharply.
The man shook his head; he stayed in his place. "I won't leave. I just realized that I still love you, Glara."
"I said get out, now!"
The man remained unmoved. "Glara, I did all this for you and our small family. I intentionally married her because I just wanted to get a job so you wouldn't have to go abroad again. But you came back earlier than my plan. The insults and curses yesterday weren't sincere from my heart, Glara. We sailed through this marriage for five years. I can't forget you that quickly," Damian said, looking at Glara with a sad expression.
Glara fell silent; her determined gaze began to weaken. "Glara, after I gain power, I will bring you and Gama to a better life."
"Really?"
Damian smiled broadly upon hearing Glara's response. "Truly, my dear, I love you very much. You are the only one in my heart."Glara looked at Damian with an inexplicable gaze. She seemed touched by Damian's words. "Come back to me, and I will make both of you happy after completing my mission."In a matter of seconds, Glara's expression changed sharply, with a smirk on her face. "Come back to you? Don't expect that, Damian!" Glara's curt remark shattered the hope that Damian had built."I truly love you, Glara. I will—""What will you do? Stop the drama! You're here not because you still love me, but because now you know who I am, right? What if I were still poor like yesterday? Not to mention coming here, you'd find mentioning my name repulsive, wouldn't you, Damian? So, why are you still here? Go away. Weren't you the one who abandoned us?"Damian was stunned. For the first time, Glara dared to confront him. Damian never expected Glara to
"Eat."Glara's forehead furrowed upon hearing Bhuvi's sudden invitation to eat. "You haven't been focused on the concept discussion from the beginning. I think it's because you're suppressing your hunger."Glara grimaced in embarrassment; she was indeed hungry, having not eaten anything since noon. Earlier, Glara had intended to order zuppa soup for herself and Gama, but everything went awry with Damian's arrival, ruining her mood."Eat first, Glara. You can get sick if you often ignore your meal times. Go ahead, let Grandpa take care of Gama here," Louis instructed his only granddaughter to accept Bhuvi's invitation.Finally, Glara nodded, following Louis's orders. She grabbed her phone and walked following Bhuvi's brisk steps. In no time, Glara and Bhuvi arrived at the hospital cafeteria. They scanned the room, looking for an empty seat. "Over there," they both said simultaneously, pointing to an empty table in the corner of the room.Glara and B
"Can you connect me with that psychologist?" Glara said hopefully.Bhuvi paused for a moment, but in the next moment, he smiled and nodded. He then contacted the psychologist. Glara watched as Bhuvi spoke to someone on the phone. Meanwhile, Glara and Louis waited anxiously for news from Bhuvi."Thank you, doc," Bhuvi said, ending the phone call.Bhuvi looked up, and his eyes met Glara's hopeful gaze. "Tomorrow morning, the psychologist will come here," he said. Glara breathed a sigh of relief at Bhuvi's words."Thank you, Bhuvi." Bhuvi nodded and smiled faintly.As the day progressed, the sun had set, casting a yellowish glow. Glara now sat alone, accompanying her son who was still asleep due to the calming medication given a few hours ago. Louis and Bhuvi had already left, leaving Glara there.A brief sound on her phone diverted Glara's attention from her so
"I'm sorry to surprise you," he said apologetically.Glara nodded and quickly freshened up in the bathroom. Shortly after, Glara emerged from the bathroom looking much fresher than before. She approached Bhuvi, who was sitting on one of the sofas in Gama's room."What do you need?" Glara asked."I've brought a psychologist who will handle Gama. Currently, she's discussing with Gama's personal doctor here," Glara nodded, listening to Bhuvi's explanation.Glara then moved to pour black coffee that was already prepared in an electric kettle in the hospital room. She handed it to Bhuvi. "Please have some first." Bhuvi nodded and took a sip of the coffee Glara gave her.Glara and Bhuvi engaged in a brief discussion about the progress of the care project they were working on. Glara presented the concept she had worked on overnight, while Bhuvi prepared the budget plan. They deliberatel
"Where to?" Bhuvi smiled and invited Glara to meet with her personal doctor.Glara followed Bhuvi's footsteps as she continued walking ahead. Until their steps stopped in front of a white room. Bhuvi knocked on the door, and a nurse welcomed Glara and Bhuvi with a friendly smile."I would like to meet with Dr. Shapire." The nurse nodded and then ushered Glara and Bhuvi into Dr. Abel's room.Dr. Abel stood up and greeted Glara and Bhuvi. He invited them to sit down and asked, "Is there anything that needs to be discussed?"Bhuvi nodded, while Glara remained silent, not knowing the purpose of Bhuvi's invitation to meet with Dr. Abel. "When can we take Gama home?""We will conduct further examinations this afternoon, sir. I can only make a decision after the results are out," he explained with a friendly face and a thin smile lining his wrinkled face.Glara and
"Uncle Bhuvi, your mom's friend. You can call me Uncle Bhuvi." Gama nodded, though he seemed a bit uncomfortable. Glara felt a slight sense of relief because her son was willing to interact with someone other than her and Louis."Glara, I'll excuse myself for a bit," Uncle Bhuvi said to Glara. Glara simply nodded and gave a faint smile. "Hey handsome, Uncle's going to leave now. We'll meet again soon, get well soon!" Uncle Bhuvi said to Gama, who was still stealing glances at him."Take care, Uncle," Gama replied softly. Uncle Bhuvi smiled upon hearing Gama's words, as did Glara. She didn't expect Gama to say such a thing to Uncle Bhuvi, whom he had never met before.Uncle Bhuvi then left Glara and Gama in the room. After Uncle Bhuvi's departure, Glara tried to engage Gama in play, using a similar approach to what Uncle Bhuvi had done earlier. Now, a beautiful scene unfolded in the hospital room.Gla
“Uncle Bhuvi didn't come here?" Glara was shocked to hear Gama's question. She couldn't believe that her son was actually looking for someone else. "Uncle Bhuvi is... ." "Uncle Bhuvi is here‼" Bhuvi exclaimed from the door of the room. Gama smiled happily upon seeing Bhuvi's arrival, contrasting with Glara and Louis, who were surprised by Gama's behavior. "Wow, the little hero is allowed to go home now?" Gama nodded, for some reason feeling comfortable around Bhuvi, even though he had just met the much older man. "Look what Uncle brought," Bhuvi said, raising his hand, which held a large paper bag. "What's in there, Uncle?" Gama replied, looking at Bhuvi with curiosity. "Try opening it yourself." Bhuvi then handed the paper bag to Gama, who was still sitting on his bed. With enthusiasm, Gama started to open the paper bag given by Bhuvi, but suddenly his small hands stopped, and he looked towards Glara and Louis. Gama seemed to be seeking permission from the other two in the room.
Glara shook her head. "Grandpa just doesn't want it; he thinks you're not competitive." "I think Glara's decision is correct, Mr. Louis. The Norush Group has a concept that's too outdated. There is no improvement, and some of the company's projects I worked on ended up unclear. The budget plans are also not transparent." Louis looked surprised to hear Bhuvi's account. "Why is that so? Before the change in leadership, the company was excellent in handling each project." "Because the leader can't do anything except cheat," Glara replied, silencing both Bhuvi and Louis. "Indeed, Damian can't do anything. Luckily, you're free from him," Louis remarked. Glara didn't respond to Louis's words; she just stayed silent while playing with her phone. The atmosphere in the car became quiet again, with only the faint sound of the radio. An hour had passed in their journey, yet they hadn't reached the hotel. Glara's stomach growled involuntarily, and Bhuvi, who was also hungry, immediately look