Semua Bab I Woke Up Married to a Politician : Bab 11 - Bab 20

Late that night, the mansion was quiet. Gabby slipped into the silent kitchen. The maids were off on Sundays, so no one was watching. She was bored of just sitting in the living room, and for some reason, the idea of baking cookies sounded like the most normal thing in the world. She opened Google on her phone, looking for a simple recipe.She had just gathered all the ingredients on the counter when her phone vibrated. A message notification popped up.Emma Halim:What was this, Gabby? Are you trying to ruin my family's reputation?Gabby stared at the name, her heart pounding. It was the name of her aunt and adoptive mother who had taken her in from ages 18-25 after her parents died. She clicked the link that was sent, and a web page opened.The page was filled with photos of her. Candid shots from that afternoon. Gabby was laughing while eating a spring roll, laughing while eating a bao bun, laughing while standing next to Alvero Steinbart, who was smiling at her.Below the photos,

The Washington DC night sky was filled with city lights as Adryan's black luxury car sped toward the Hope Foundation's annual charity gala. A week had passed since the tense meeting with the Halim family, and the rumors of Gabby's scandal with Alvero had slowly died down. The public was beginning to shift its focus to a new political issue, thanks largely to Adryan's strategic maneuvering. That night, they decided to go without a driver. Adryan drove himself, wearing a black tuxedo with an emerald tie. Beside him, Gabby sat gracefully in a knee-length A-line dress with a square neckline that matched Adryan's tie. Its classic cut was simple yet captivating, enough to turn heads as she passed by. Before starting the engine, Adryan turned to her. Gabby was still busy arranging the hem of her dress. Without a word, he leaned over, pulled the seatbelt, and slowly fastened it over Gabby's body. Their faces were so close that Gabby could smell his sharp, masculine aftershave. “Safety fi

For six days, Gabby didn't leave her room. The door remained locked, the only barrier between her and the world outside—a world where Adryan existed. Food and drinks were placed on a tray by a maid, then slid under the door. Gabby would only retrieve it after she heard the footsteps retreat. She ate, but without appetite. She showered, but without feeling. Every morning, Adryan would stand in front of her door. He never knocked, never spoke. He just stood there, like a guard, and Gabby could feel his presence through the door. On the seventh day, Gabby woke up with a different feeling. Her physical and emotional pain were still there, but something else had settled in her. It was a deep sense of disgust. Disgust with herself. Disgust with her powerlessness. Disgust with being a victim. I can't go on like this, she thought, her voice echoing inside her head. She walked to the window and looked outside. A beautiful garden, a blue sky, birds chirping. The world outside kept moving, whi

The next morning, Gabby and Adryan sat at the breakfast table, but neither of them spoke. The silence between them was so heavy that it felt like an invisible presence. Gabby focused solely on her plate, while Adryan stared at his tablet, occasionally sipping his coffee. Suddenly, Adryan put down his tablet. "We're going somewhere tonight," he said, his voice calm. Gabby looked up, her eyebrows furrowed. "Where?" "My parents' house," Adryan answered, his eyes meeting hers. "It's my mother's birthday today. Don't tell me you forgot?" Gabby's world seemed to stop. "I... I don't remember," Gabby said, her voice hoarse. Adryan sighed. "Just get ready beforehand. I won't dry your hair again like I did that time." Gabby looked at Adryan for a moment. "Fine," Gabby said lazily. 'Adryan only dried my hair, but he talks as if he saved my life.' The night sky was filled with city lights, and Adryan's luxury car sped toward the most exclusive residential area in Virginia. Gabby sa

In this novel, the characters are developed with complex backgrounds, family relationships, and social environments that shape their motivations and interactions throughout the story. The main characters, Gabriella Halim (Gabby) and Adryan Lewis (Ryan), have intertwined personal and professional lives, while their families and the people around them add depth and conflicts that influence the course of the narrative. The following are the main characterizations along with their relationships: 1. Gabriella Halim (Gabby) - Age: 30 years old (mentally 20 years old) - Being called as Mrs. Lewis - Adryan’s wife - Founder & Director of The Hope Foundation for Childhood Cancer - Living with Adryan in Georgetown, Washington DC 2. Adryan Lewis (Ryan) - Age: 35 Years - Member of United States Senator - Chair of the Senate Committee on Education and Technology - Gabby's husband - Potential presidential candidate in next election - Living with Gabby in Georgetown, Washington DC GABB