(Chapter 19)

Syha

I was wrapping up my work when Araan texts me saying he'll be late and if I could come and pick him up from his office. I am more than happy to do so.

"Syha." Deena stops me before I can leave and my stomach drops. Please I can't do overtime today.

"Yeah."

"Is everything okay between you and David?" She asks taking me by surprise.

I blink a couple times, wondering what should I response with.

"Uhm yeah. Why?" I ask skeptically.

Deena shifts from one foot to the other and chews on her lip. "I just hope he's not bothering you."

Okay, now I'm really taken aback. Where is this going? Did David say something to her? Is he gone that bad?

She seems to have concluded my dilemma and grabs my hand, dragging me to a side so we're not in the middle of the floor with prying eyes everywhere.

"David kinda- he's got bad habit of chasing the newbies and it has always been bad. I mean last time it was Lisa, the IT girl. She nearly ended up reporting him. Then he promised to not repeat but I can clearly see how he behaves around you."

My jaw drops and eyes widen comically at the new information being thrown my way. Fucking David! Pervert.

"But why don't anyone do anything about it then?! He shouldn't be working here anymore!" I whisper-yell, glancing around to make sure no one listens to us. "It's disgusting."

Deena looks incredulous and upset, looking down dejectedly. "I know. But everyone's worried about their job and don't wanna cause any unwanted scene to disrupt the workplace. Y'know."

I sigh, pinching the bridge of my nose because for sure all this knowledge is starting to hurt my head now.

"Look, Deena. We really need to do something about it or else girls like us would keep getting hurt. Luckily he had gotten off my back because I made sure he knew how intimate and in love I'm with my husband." I wink and Deena gasps, snickering behind her hand. I laugh too.

"You go girl. Proud of you for standing up for yourself. And yeah, we do need to do something."

"We'll talk about it later, okay? I really need to go and pick up my husband from his office now." I pat her hand sadly.

She smiles wide, "I can tell you got the right one. Keep him close, yeah?"

My heart melts and I nod vigorously. I am gonna keep him, there's no doubt about that.

"I will, thanks. Bye."

"Bye." She waves and I scurry out of there.

I get in my car and start the engine, driving off to Araan's office, which is almost half an hour from mine. Thankfully there's less red lights and I reach there in time.

As I park the car and get out of it, I notice a very familiar face coming out of the building. Ginger hair and freckled face.

Fuck. Lydia. Araan has shown me his yearbook photos and reluctantly spotted Lydia there.

What the hell's she doing here? Wait, did she come here to insult or hurt Araan?! I'll fucking kill her!

Or...

What if Araan called her? Did they talk? My thoughts are interrupted because Araan is coming right up behind with a defeated expression on his face, eyes hollow and he looks utterly sad.

My heart constricts.

I have to do something quick. This is the perfect time to avenge my love.

"Baby!!" I squeal louder than necessary, earning attention from everyone present there. Lydia was getting in her car when she stops and turns around at my voice.

I take the chance and sprint towards my husband. It makes my entire being sated when he looks up at me and his face lights up like a christmas tree, all the signs of being sad disappearing within a second.

That's when I know he's actually moved on and just how much he loves me. I hate myself for doubting that even for a mere second.

"Syha!" He huffs as I collide in his arms, hugging him tightly.

He laughs, surprised but hugs me back and lifts me up to give us a little twirl. I kiss his cheek when he puts me back down.

"I missed you, my baby." I gush and cup his face, peppering small kisses on his cheeks, nose, forehead, and then finally on his lips. He laughs warmly, his hands holding my hips in a gentle yet firm grip.

"I missed you too." He responds and brings me in for another kiss.

Just before our lips connect, I notice from my peripheral vision that Lydia's still staring at us. I can't tell the expression on her face but we're in her earshot, so I'm gonna take chance on that.

"What's gotten into you though?" He asks when we part from the second kiss. He lovingly tucks some of my hair behind my ear. "You seem clingy." He pecks my cheek, making me blush softly.

"I just really love you, you're the perfect husband anyone could ever ask for. I'm so blessed to have you in my life and I could never show it enough. So, yeah. My  gorgeous, funny, hot, sexy and loving husband. I love you." I mean every fucking word and pronounce it with force, making sure Araan knows them and Lydia hears them. "I'd forever hate whatever person made you think of yourself any less. And I will spend the rest of our lives reminding you of otherwise." I finish my monologue and Araan has tears in his eyes.

"I fucking love you too." He croaks and circles his arms around my waist tightly, kissing the living day lights out of me.

I kiss back eagerly, wrapping my arms around his neck and sliding our tongues together. The cold air nips at our skin and it's everything in this moment.

While still kissing, I hear a car driving away and smirk in satisfaction.

Mission accomplished.

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