Chapter 2: New Life
She looked at the reflection in the mirror in front of her. Nayra still couldn't believe staring at her reflection in the mirror of the dressing table. Nayra's body was clad in a modern white kebaya with a simple and elegant model and a headscarf in the same color as the kebaya which was decorated with jasmine flower arrangements. Made up by the MUA with natural make-up, Nayra's beauty is even more prominent.
In the place where the consent procession was to be held, a handsome and dashing man was already seated, wearing a black tuxedo. Nayra and Devan's wedding took place at Nayra's parents' house, simply inviting Nayra and Devan's family and close friends at Nayra's request.
The procession of consent and qabul took place solemnly and smoothly, with one breath Devan said qabul by shaking Papa Nayra's hand.
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The legal sentence echoed in the living room of the Nayra family's house. After the consent qabul procession was over, Nayra and Devan pinned rings on each other's fingers. Nayra shook hands and kissed Devan's back then Devan kissed Nayra's forehead. Even though the atmosphere was awkward, Nayra tried to be as comfortable as possible in this atmosphere.
A 5 year old little girl ran to the place where the contract was taking place, to be more precise, approached Devan and Nayra. The little girl hugged Devan who was none other than her father. Nara Qairen Hardian is a little girl who is the only child of Devan and his wife who died due to bleeding when giving birth to Nara.
"Papa.. This is Nara's new mother, isn't she?" The innocent question slipped from the little girl's lips
" Yes dear. This is Nara's mother." Devan hugged and kissed Nara's forehead
"Here dear tan eh mama. What's your name dear? Nayra took over Nara from Devan's arms
"My name is Narama. Papa used to call me Rara"
"A beautiful name like her son"
"Thanks mom"
"Have you eaten yet honey? "
"Already mom. Nara was eating with grandma
" Smart kids. After this, I'll play with my mom"
"Mama lives in our house right pa? "
" Yes dear. After this, we will go home with mom. Nara used to play with grandma now. ok"
"Yes daddy. Mama.. Nara first went to grandma. Muachh" Nara kissed Nayra's cheek before leaving Devan and Nayra
Nayra gasped at the sweet treatment from Devan's child who is now her child. Nayra never imagined that Nara would happily accept Nayra's presence. This marriage is indeed an arranged marriage, but Nayra's happy feeling seeing the sweet smile that spreads on Nayra's face is real happiness, not pretending.
Nayra is at Devan's house, more precisely in Devan's room which will be his room too. After the simple ceremony and reception process took place, Devab immediately brought Nayra back to his house. Nayra accompanied Nara to sleep in her room. After Nara fell asleep, Nayra returned to the room and found the room empty but the sound of running water could be heard from the bathroom. Nayra sat on the edge of the bed with a look confused what to do. Nayra wanted to prepare a change of clothes but Nayra did not dare to open the wardrobe which according to Nayra was privacy unless she got permission from the owner of the wardrobe. Nayra plays her cellphone to drive away boredom.
"Do you want to take a bath or not Nay? "
" Hah? Devan's voice surprised Nayra who was daydreaming instead of looking at her cell phone
"It's already late Nay. Do you want to take a bath or not? Nara are you sleeping right Nay? "
"Eh.. Yes, I took a shower. Nara is already sleeping in the room " Nayra took a thousand steps to enter the bathroom instead of acting awkward in front of Devan before entering the bathroom Nayra took a change of clothes first
Devan was wearing a casual home shirt taken from the wardrobe. After thirty minutes Nayra came out of the bathroom in full pajamas attached to her body.
" What's wrong with you? Devan was surprised to see Nayra confused
"Where do I sleep, sir? " Nayra hesitates to call Devan mas
"You sleep here. We sleep in one bed. I won't do anything to you. If you don't believe it, you can put a divider in the middle"
"Eh... I do, sir. I'll sleep first, okay?" Nayra lay down next to Devan and then covered her body with the blanket up to her chest
Devan smiled faintly at Nayra's behavior. Devan looked at Nayra's sleeping face with regular breathing. Nayra's calm and beautiful face was still being looked at by Devan and Devan suddenly remembered Alma's message from Nayra's best friend at the wedding.
' I hope you won't hurt Nayra in this wedding. I know this marriage is not what you both want. But Nay accepts and lives sincerely for the happiness of Nay's parents. If possible, please cover up Nay's heart which is still wet from the betrayal of Nay's ex-boyfriend. If you only want to hurt Nay. Then don't go ahead with this marriage. Nay is too precious to be hurt' Alma's message just before the wedding reception was over
Devan was still staring at the naturally beautiful face without makeup that was sleeping peacefully. Unknowingly, Devan also closed his eyes following Nayra into dreamland.
The morning call to prayer resounds solemnly, a sign that morning has arrived. Nayra turned off the cell phone alarm ringing at dawn which had always been turned on since Nayra was little. Nayra opened her eyes slowly then looked to the left side of the bed Devab was still sleeping peacefully. Nayra is confused between waking Devan or not. Finally Nayra worked up the courage to wake Devan up.
" Mas .. Wake up. Let's pray at dawn before the time for dawn is over." Nayra shook Devan's arm
"Hmm" Dean replied with a grunt
"I'll take ablution first, bro. Later we pray in congregation "
" Hah? Nay prayer? Devab got up from sleep and sat leaning on the edge of the bed
Nayra who was about to get out of bed discouraged hearing Devan's words.
" Yes man. We pray at dawn in congregation
"But I haven't prayed for a long time Nay"
"It's okay sir. We study together. Do you still remember how to do ablution? "
"Yes Nay" Devan answered Devan's question with a nod of his head
"I take ablution first mas. After that I prepared your prayer equipment. May I know where are the gloves and others, bro? "
"In the bottom cupboard Nay"
"Can I open your cupboard later mas"
"Yes Nay"
"Thank you sir. I'll take ablution first." Nayra walked to the bathroom to perform ablution.
After Nayra came out of the bathroom and then Devan entered the bathroom to take ablution. Devab and Nayra performed the morning prayers in congregation with Devab's position on the same level as Nayra's because Devan was still learning to pray.
After praying Nayra headed to the kitchen to cook breakfast while Devan went back to sleep. Nayra saw Devan's maid in the kitchen cooking breakfast.
"Bi.. Nay help me" Nayra offered to help Bi Ina who was introduced by Devan the first time Nayra set foot in this house
"No need ma'am. Just let me miss. This is my job ma'am
"It's okay bro. Nay also likes to cook when he is alone. I'll help my aunt. Take it easy bro. If Mas Devan is angry, Nay will tell Mas Devan "
"Okay madam"
Nayra prepares breakfast in the kitchen with Ina's bi. Cooking Devan and Nara's favorite food for breakfast before they do their activities today.
The day started to get noon. Nayra headed to Nara's room to wake up her daughter.
" Honey .. Wake up already noon. let's take a bath"
"Carry mom"
" Ulu ulu .. Mama's child is really spoiled "
"Nara wants to take a bath with mom. Nara is tired of taking baths with papa or aunt all the time. Nara now has a mother. Nara wants to take a bath with mom"
" Yes dear. Come on, let's take a shower." Nayra carried Nara to the bathroom and helped Nara bathe
After taking a bath, Nara put on a school uniform, assisted by Nayra, then Nayra headed to the room to wake Devan after he finished taking care of Nara and his needs.
" Mas .. Wake up already half past seven "
"Yes Nay. I'll take a shower first. Don't you work Nay? How come you're not ready yet? "
"I'm working sir. Just mandu just n get ready. After taking a bath, I will take a shower, mas "
"Nara is neat Nay? "
"Already sir. Nara was already waiting at the dining table. Hurry up and take a shower, mas." Nayra continued to tidy up the bed while waiting for Devan to take a shower
Devan Nayra and Nayra who are neatly seated at the dining table have breakfast together before moving on. Nara got rice and side dishes for Devan and Nara then took rice and side dishes for herself.
"Mama.. Nara wants to be fed."
"Eat alone, Ra. I'm sorry you have to eat too. Later if I feed you mom will be late for work "
"Evil papa" Nara started sobbing at the dinner table
"Already sir. It's okay, I'll feed Nara while eating alone." Nara rubbed Devan's arm. Devan was surprised by Nayra's attitude
"Come here honey mama feed it" Nayra bribed food into Nara's mouth then fed food into her own mouth.
Nayra and Nara's activities cannot be separated from Devan's gaze, who is happy to see Nara accept Nayra sincerely. Devan smiled faintly at seeing Nayra and Nara's activities in front of Devan's eyes without Nayra and Nara knowing if Devan smiled.
They go to Nara school. A happy smile always painted on Nara's beautiful face who sat on Nayra's lap.
"Rara is happy to be able to leave together with papa and mama"
" Yes dear. Papa is also happy to see you happy dear "
"Mom will pick up Nara from school, right? "
" Yes dear. Mom will pick you up from school later. Nara, don't leave the school gate before Mom picks you up, honey."
" Yes mom. Thank you mom" Nara hugged and kissed Nayra's cheek
" Equally love. Don't forget to eat the lunch, honey." Nara returned the hug and kissed Nara's cheek
After saying goodbye to Devan and Nayra in front of the Nara school gate, they went straight to class. Devan and Nara got into the car and continued their journey to Nayra's school.
"What are you picking up Nara for, Nay? "
"Take a taxi sir"
"You don't have teaching hours Nay? "
"Today I only 4 hours mas. I'll be fine later"
"Is it really okay Nay? I have 3 meetings today"
" Yes man. Don't have a meeting. Insha Allah me and Nara are fine. Don't forget to pray and eat your lunch. Sorry if it doesn't suit your taste"
"Thanks Nay"
" Yes man. You don't have to worry, I've considered Nara my own child. Cute and smart kid
"Yes Nay"
Devan stopped the car when he reached the front of the school. Nayra took off her seat belt and kissed the back of Devan's hand before leaving first. This made Dean gasp.
"I'll go in first. Be careful. Don't worry about Nora. I'll definitely pick it up later. Just focus on the meeting. Don't forget to pray and eat." Nayra got out of Devan's car after getting a nod from the car owner
Devan drove the car towards the company after making sure Nayra entered and disappeared from Devan's sight. The strange desire that has been felt in Devan's heart with Nayra's attitude these two days, but Devan is not indifferent to what he is feeling.
"Nay.. Have you entered? " asked Alma surprised to find Nayra sitting while checking student assignments at the table
"Why are you so surprised Al? " Nayra asked back to Alma
"Newlyweds should still be on leave. Honeymoon like that, Nay." Alma whispered seductively to Nay
"It's not in my dictionary. I do a lot"
"Mrs. Nay are you well? " asked Mrs. Maya, the English teacher who was sitting in front of Alma
"Eh.. Yes ma'am. Alhamdulillah. How are you, Miss Mira? "
" Okay ma'am. What's wrong with Mrs. Nay? "
"Don't be tired ma'am"
"Does Mrs. Nay know yet? "
"Why ma'am? "
"Your mother's class was caught kissing behind class 10 IPA 2"
" What? Who is ma'am? Why didn't anyone tell me mom?"
"Boy and Dara ma'am. Yesterday it happened. It looks like it's been handled by BP, ma'am. Mrs. Nay had permission to be sick yesterday, maybe it would be uncomfortable if she told Mrs. Nay who was sick. As far as I know today their guardian is coming ma'am"
"Thanks for the info, Miss Maya. I went to class first and then went to BP "Nayra left the teacher's room to go to class to teach leaving Alma who didn't have the first teaching hour
Nayra teaches as usual with a fun and easy-to-understand method for students.
Exactly at ten in the morning the recess bell rang. Nayra left class 11 IPS 2 to the BP room where the boy and girl guardians had been waiting since ten minutes ago, according to the information that Pak Dino had told her when Nayra was still teaching. Nayra's teaching hours today are over and she can casually solve student problems before picking up Nara at school.
" Assalamu'alaikum " Greeted Nara when he entered the BP room
"Wa'alaikumsalam" replied those in the compact BP room
" Sorry, I am late. I finished class first." Nayra sat on the empty sofa beside Dara
"Nay Nayra" said a guy who was in the BP room
Hearing her name being called, Nayra turned to the sound. Nayra was surprised to see the person who called her name.
"Nich.. Nicholas"
"Nice to meet you again Nay"
"Yes. I'm sorry in advance, who do you want to be guardian for? "
" Boy. This naughty child is my sister Nay"
" Are you serious. Why isn't it similar? "
"Different ages Nay. Handsome brother"
"Sis Nich has no morals, ma'am Nay." Boy interrupted Nicholas and Nayra's conversation
"Sorry, this mother is Dara's guardian, okay?" Nayra changed the subject to greet one person who was next to Dara
"Yes ma'am. I am Dara's older sister
"I'm Dara's homeroom teacher"
Nayra started to tell what happened to Boy and Dara to her parents. Nicholas and Dara's brother could only shake their heads hearing Nayra's story about her sister's naughty behavior.
" Tsk. Brother has no morals. What do you want boy? Just get married when you finish school
"After all, brother is always busy"
" Already. Do not fight. Let's finish it as a family, ladies and gentlemen"
They discussed Boy and Dara's problems and the right solution to the problem without anyone feeling aggrieved. After the problem was solved with a solution that had been agreed with the parents of the students, the two students said goodbye. Boy and Dara returned to class to follow the next lesson.
It was exactly half past one in the afternoon after praying and asking permission from the picket teacher. Nayra picked up Nara by taxi. Nara has been waiting for Nayra to be at the security post according to Nayra's message this morning to Nara. Nayra and Nara returned home by taxi because Nayra did not bring a car.
Devan arrived home at nine in the evening after meeting with clients outside. Devan headed to Nara's room and opened the door slowly and found Nayra who was sleeping, hugging Nara affectionately. Devan walked slowly not wanting to disturb Nayra and Nara's rest. Devan looked at Nayra's calm face while sleeping. His hand reached out to tidy up the loose strands of hair that covered Nayra's face without realizing it.
Feeling someone touch Nayra's face, blinking her eyes a few times brought her back to consciousness.
"Eh.. Mas is already home" Nayra was surprised to see Devan beside her
"Just got home Nay. Do you want to sleep here or in the room? "
"Have you eaten yet? " Nayra covered Nara up to her chest then left the room following Devan's steps
"I already ate at the meeting earlier.. Have you eaten yet? " Devan unbuttoned his shirt one by one when he was in their room
" Already sir. Earlier with Nara eating "Nayra lied saying she had eaten so Devan would not ask again.
Earlier, Nayra accompanied and fed Nara, but Nayra did not eat because she was waiting for Devan. Waiting too long for Devan, finally Nayra fell asleep while accompanying Nara to sleep.
"Is it true that you have eaten Nay? "
" Yes man. I'll prepare some hot water first, okay?"
"No need Nay. Do you have your clothes ready?"
" Yes man "
Devan went into the bathroom while Nayra prepared Devan's change of clothes. Fifteen minutes Devan came out of the bathroom with only a towel wrapped around his waist showing a six pack stomach like torn bread and hair wet with flowing water adding to the sexy impression that tempted Nayra's faith.
"Mas.. How come you're naked? "
"Why Nay? "
"There's a bathrobe inside mas"
"I feel better like this Nay"
"Yes.. It's up to you, sir. Please change your clothes first. Nay wants to go to the bathroom " Nay went into the bathroom leaving Devan to neutralize his heartbeat
Morning greets the earth with the melodious strains of the sound of the call to prayer, which awakens Nayra to perform the dawn prayer. Nayra woke Devan then Nayra took ablution in the bathroom followed by Devan. They pray subuh together solemnly.
After the morning prayer, Nayra went to the kitchen to prepare breakfast for Devan and Nara. Bi Ina was already in the kitchen preparing ingredients.
"Bi"
"Yes madam"
"Last night's cooking was still good, wasn't it? "
"Still madam. I already heated it up madam"
"I'll bring it for lunch, okay? Auntie can also eat with others "
"Yes madam. Thank you Madam "
"You're welcome"
"You didn't eat last night, did you? "
"Why is that, bi? "
"The problem is the food is still intact madam. Are you coming home at night? "
"Yes ma'am. Last night I fell asleep after accompanying Nayra to sleep. Mas Devan comes home tonight bi. I forgot to eat. But he said Mas Devan had eaten outside bi "
"Too bad, madam. Even though the lady cooks a lot for dinner"
"It's okay bro. Maybe not luck yet. Later I will bring it to make provisions for Alma bi "
"Yes madam"
"Mom.. Let's just cook fried rice, shall we? Nara likes it, right? If not, we'll cook for the other Nara"
"Non Nara likes fried rice, madam, not spicy with fried eggs and sausage"
"Yes ma'am. I'll make it for Nara, okay?"
"Yes madam"
Unbeknownst to them, a pair of eyes were watching them and listening to their conversation. Devan felt a sense of guilt overhearing their conversation. Guilt came home late and didn't look at the dining table before heading to the room last night.
Dean went back to his room to clean himself and get ready. Devan was surprised to see the work clothes that had been on the bed.
' Nice and smart woman. Hopefully I can quickly fall in love with you, Nay' thought Devan
After cooking, Nayra woke up her little daughter who was still curled up under the blanket.
"Unfortunately mom.. Get up.. It's already late for school this afternoon"
"Yes ma" Nara got up while rubbing her eyes then went to the bathroom followed by Nayra
Not long after they were tidy and were at the dining table enjoying breakfast in a silent atmosphere only the clinking of cutlery broke the silence between them.
"Mas..are you busy? If you can't ask for help to pick up Nara? I have an impromptu teacher meeting. I'm sorry, mas" Nayra called Devan with a voice of guilt
"I want a meeting Nay. I can't pick up Nara." Devan wasn't lying because Devan was already standing in front of the meeting room
"Yes, sir.. It's okay. If that's the case, I'll just not go to the meeting to pick up Nara. I'll turn off the phone, bro." Nayra turned off the phone without waiting for Devan's answer
Devan sighed as Nayra hung up the phone. There was guilt in Devan's heart when he couldn't pick up his beloved daughter. Devan is his biological father but cannot prioritize time for Nara, while Nayra, who is not his biological mother, is willing to sacrifice work for Nara.
Devan entered the meeting room with a half heart. Devan opened the meeting and made up his mind to temporarily ignore Nara's affairs that were shackled in his mind. Devan must concentrate on work for the future of his son and Devan's company employees.
Nayra asked permission not to attend the meeting to the school principal. After getting permission Nayra headed to Nara school. Previously, Nayra had sent a message to Alma to tell him the results of the meeting later.
Nayra covered Nara up to her chest after Nara slept. Unknowingly, Nayra's movements were noticed by Devan from outside Nara's bedroom door. Nayra stepped out of Nara's room and was surprised to find Devan standing in front of Nara's bedroom door.
"Mas.. have you been home for a long time? "
"Ba just arrived" Devan walked to the room followed by Nayra
"Have you eaten yet, sir? "
" Not yet. I want to take a bath first "
" Yes man. I'll prepare the water, sir."
"No need Nay" Devan went into the bathroom
Nayra went downstairs to prepare dinner for Devan. Soon Devan and Nayra had dinner together. After cleaning up the cutlery, Nayra headed to the room. The ringing of the phone startled Nayra who was in the middle of arranging clothes in the wardrobe. Alma's name was displayed on the cellphone screen. Nayra immediately pushed the green button.
" Assalamualaikum "
"…"
"Yes Al. How was the meeting Al? "
"…"
" Huft. They are up again Al. Can I withdraw from the committee? Let them be the committee Al"
"…"
"Ah... Yes, Al. Just let it be. I don't know what I did wrong until they were like that from the start when I was there"
"…"
"Yes Al. Thanks Al"
"…"
"Wa'alaikumsalam"
Nayra hung up the phone and let out a tired breath. Nayra went to the balcony of the room to relieve fatigue for a moment. All of Nayra's movements were noticed by Devan again and then Devan stabbed Nayra on the balcony of the room.
"Is there a problem Nay? Devan stood on Nayra's left
"Eh.. Nothing, sir." Nayra tried to be calm to cover up the problem that was hitting her
" Are you serious? You don't have anything to cover? "
"Yes sir"
"Nay.. I really don't love you yet. But we are husband and wife. If there is a problem you can tell. Who knows I can help"
"Yes mas.. Later if there is a problem I will tell you"
"Seriously.. are you okay now and no problem? "
Nayra nodded her head in response to Devan's words. Without a word Devan pulled Nayra into his arms. Nayra is shocked by Devan's treatment. Nayra didn't want to rebel this time because Nayra really needed a backrest to relieve her fatigue. Nayra rested her head on Devan's chest which made him very comfortable. Let Nayra be selfish this time.
' I know you're in trouble Nay. Sorry I haven't been able to help with your problem. I also don't know what problem you are facing. I will find out about this myself. Thank you for all your affection to Nara and me Nay. Sorry if I can not love you. I will try to love you' Dean thought
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