Semua Bab When Hate Falls in Love : Bab 111 - Bab 120

Nightfall came gently, bringing with it a chill that slowly crept through the hotel window cracks. From behind the curtain, Aurora could see shimmering lights dancing in the sky a sign that the winter festival had begun. Soft music and distant laughter could be heard faintly, inviting everyone to get lost in the cheer of the night.Aurora looked at Rafael, who was putting on a thick black coat, a gray scarf she had carefully tied around his neck. Dark earmuffs were snugly covering his ears, and in his hands, he wore a pair of knitted gloves she had bought just yesterday. His crutch was still by his side, but this time, he stood more steadily, his eyes glowing with excitement.“Are you sure you want to go?” Aurora asked, putting on her own thick coat and adjusting her earmuffs.Rafael turned and smiled, his eyes gazing softly at the girl in front of him. “I already told you, I’m fine, right? Besides, it’s not every day we’re in Japan during winter. It would be a shame to miss it.”“But

As her thoughts began to drown in anxiety, Aurora gripped the sink tightly, then lifted her head and stared at herself in the mirror. Her gaze shifted firmer, stronger. "My life… is mine," she whispered softly, yet with certainty. "I'm the one living it. I'm the one choosing. And I will take responsibility for my choices." She closed her eyes for a moment, taking a deep breath. "Forget the past, Aurora. You don’t live there anymore." When she opened her eyes, a small smile adorned her face. Not perfect, but full of resolve. Today, she would move forward. With Rafael. Without the shadows that used to bind her. Aurora stepped out of the bathroom with a calmer expression. Her hair was now neatly combed and left to fall softly behind the collar of her warm coat. She wore a soft cream-colored sweater paired with dark trousers, and a light brown scarf wrapped around her neck. A pair of brown boots added warmth to her steps on that snowy morning. In her hand, a small suitcase was read

Aurora blinked, not answering right away. The question sounded simple, but there was something different in the way Rafael said it as if he was inviting her to something more than just watching a movie. Aurora smiled softly. “Sure. But are you sure? Your leg just got the cast off.” Rafael chuckled. “If you’re by my side, I feel like I could walk all the way to the moon.” Aurora laughed and lightly patted Rafael’s chest. “You’re so romantic these days.” “I’ve always been romantic. You’re just noticing now,” Rafael replied teasingly. They got into the taxi. During the ride to the city center, Rafael kept glancing at Aurora’s profile. There was something different in her aura—softer, warmer. Like someone who had finally come home after being lost for years. Not long after, they arrived at the cinema. “Romantic or action movie?” Aurora asked as they queued for tickets.

Lunchtime arrived, and the office cafeteria was beginning to fill with the tempting aroma of food. Aurora strolled leisurely down the corridor with Lia, her coworker, who had been busily talking about her favorite TV drama since earlier. Aurora simply smiled and occasionally responded, her mind still half-drifting to the pile of work on her desk.Just as they were about to reach the cafeteria door, a familiar voice called from behind.“Aurora?”Aurora stopped for a moment, turned, and her eyes widened slightly. “Kevin?”Kevin, a tall man in an elegant gray suit with a friendly smile, stood there. He looked exactly the same as the last time Aurora had seen him.“Long time no see,” Kevin greeted as he stepped closer. “So, how was your vacation?”Aurora frowned. “Wait, how do you know I went on vacation?”Kevin chuckled lightly, his eyes gleaming mischievously. “Aurora, I know more than you think. The business world is small, especially when it comes to someone like Rafael. Of course I k

Aurora walked carefully down the corridor on the top floor. In her hand was a thick folder containing the report she had just completed. The meeting scheduled for later in the afternoon had everyone busy, and she knew Rafael’s schedule was just as full. Even so, she had to deliver this document in person, as Rafael had requested it before the meeting began.When she arrived at the CEO’s office door, Aurora took a quiet breath, knocked twice, and waited until that deep voice gave permission to enter.“Come in,” Rafael called from inside.Aurora opened the door and stepped in with controlled steps. The room, as always, was filled with the aroma of black coffee and the scent of leather from the sofa in the corner. Rafael sat behind his wide desk, his jacket draped over the back of his chair, but his tie was still neatly fastened around his neck.“The report you asked for, sir,” Aurora said flatly, keeping her voice as disciplined as possible. She placed t