Husband's Taste Friend
Chapter 19's

Rita puts some kebaya on the bed for Nisa to wear during the application later tonight. Rita's gaze was fixed on the closed bathroom door. "Nisa .. are you inside?" sahut Rita's.

"Yes Ma'am .. I took a shower again" replied Nisa.

"Oh ... Nis, this kebaya from Miss Sarah has come. Choose the one you like, yes .. let later the rest can be returned immediately."

"Yes ma'am, I'll choose."

Rita glanced at the clock on the wall, it was already 4 pm, but until now there were still some that she had not prepared. Rita rushed out of Nisa's room.

Inside the bathroom, Nisa just sat quietly while hugging her knees with the shower she let light up flashing her head. He still convinced himself that what he was doing now was right. Nisa can't hurt Viko. All this time the man had suffered greatly. Not getting the heart just made Viko sad, especially if Viko knows Nisa does not love her and wants to cancel this proposal?

Elsewhere, Viko was standing in front of a large mirror. He slightly tilted his head looking at his own body in the mirror that was getting thinner, his eye bags were also getting sunken and black.

Viko's chest tightened seeing the change. Now there is no fresh body like before.

'God ... Please heal me. I want to make Nisa happy, ' lamented Viko in my heart.

Viko took off the suit she was trying on and chose a smaller suit to look right on her body.

Gts ... Gts ... Gts ....

Someone knocked on Viko's room door.

"Look ...," exclaimed Viko. That comes Mia, Viko's mother, while carrying some medicine that Viko must drink.

"Time to take your medicine?" ask Viko.

"Yes ... When applying, you can't suddenly faint, right?" Mia put a tray of medicine and a glass of water on the nightstand and looked at the eldest child with her eyes.

"You happy?" ask Mia. Viko nodded with a smile.

"Mama's happy you're finally getting married. And hopefully after you get married there's a miracle going on, all of a sudden Vanesh's doctor calls you a new heart already available."

"Amin .. I hope it happens. Viko wants to get well, ma ...."

Mia nodded with teary eyes.

"Look, mama's boy is very handsome in this suit." Mia said as she looked at Viko in the mirror.

"From the birth of this mother's child was handsome, right." Viko grinned. Mia rubbed the handsome man's arm while smiling warmly.

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Viko's gaze continued to look straight at a girl in front of him who from earlier only looked down while occasionally making a smile. Viko swore, there was no woman as beautiful as her in this world, and the only woman she loved from the age of fourteen.

Her name is Danisa Alia.

Elders from the Viko family were courting the Nisa extended family. Now the proposal is underway. Everyone is happy. Except Nisa__and maybe Nisa's parents too.

However, Nisa was able to show the sweetest smile to her future husband. Isn't he a good actor? Nisa can look fine in front of everyone just for the sake of one person's happiness.

The application event took place lively, now the white gold ring with white diamond was embedded in Nisa's ring finger. Viko ordered the ring from a jewelry disigner of her acquaintance, asking to make it as beautiful as possible because the ring will be worn forever by the most special woman in her life. Viko has really prepared it thoroughly.



Now the whole family is enjoying the dishes with a slightly more relaxed atmosphere. After dinner the event continues by setting the wedding date. After being calculated with an ancient count that Nisa did not understand, finally the wedding date fell on December 26, approximately a month from now.

Nisa was shocked, it turned out that the time was that fast.

"You happy?" Viko asked. Nisa turned to look at Viko beside her. They were now sitting on an iron bench, in the gazebo behind Nisa's house. The aroma of mochi from the factory smelled fragrant, inviting taste.

"Yes .. but I still can't believe that the wedding date will be that fast."

"Faster is better" said Viko.

Nisa's throat was blocked. Viko looked up at the clear sky. "The universe blesses us" he said with a smile on his lips.

"See. The sky is bright, the stars are everywhere, the moon is there too. I hope this is a sign that our future is as bright as tonight." Nisa can only smile. He didn't know what to say at the time. Viko's eyes glittering exposed to the light of the lamp, there it is clear that he is very happy.

"Co, but you have to remember your health. I don't want anything bad to happen."

Viko changed her sitting position to face Nisa and her hands cupped her cheeks gently.

"I promise you, I'll be as strong as I can with this heart. I want to do the things I want to do with you. I also want to be a good husband to you, and a responsible father to our children." Nisa stared fixedly at Viko's brown eyes, the man really sincerely loved her. A sense of haru instantly burst into Nisa's chest which prompted her to nod her head.

Viko brought her face closer to Nisa's face and then a second later Viko's lips landed on Nisa's forehead. At that moment Nisa's body stiffened, stiff as a board, unexpectedly the man would kiss her. Although now his body is very close to Viko, but his heart is far away. Far-away.

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The wedding began to be arranged. Nisa and Viko have agreed not to hold a big wedding. The event will be as simple as possible. There is no reception inviting thousands of people. After the marriage contract will only gather with family and close friends. It's because of Viko's health.

Viko couldn't possibly stand salaman for hours with invited guests. Just standing for fifteen minutes he already felt his head twirling and tight.

After the engagement, Sunday afternoon Nisa has returned to Jakarta, this time not with Angga. The youngest brother will stay longer in Sukabumi before returning to Jakarta to do the next selection, because the first selection passes.

Nisa dropped her body onto the sofa in the living room. In this place he often spent time with Seno to just eat pizza or talk about anything. Including confiding about Seno's girlfriends who always run away. Nisa rubbed the usual sofa backrest Seno backrest. Nisa longs to see Seno smile at her, Nisa misses Seno shuffle her hair when the man is made to be anxious by her, Nisa misses the scent of Seno perfume. Nisa misses everything.

Now the girl is getting married to Viko. He was not sure this longing would disappear when he was married. Or maybe even stronger.

Nisa glanced at the cell phone lying beside her, she had to tell Seno about her marriage, right? Nisa grabbed the phone. He did not dare to speak directly, finally he decided to send a message. Both thumbs were dancing on the phone screen typing a message for Seno.

'Sen, I'm getting married on December 26th. I know you're busy, but I hope you get home. Because my wedding dates when all the universities in the world have year-end holidays, right?'

Moments after the message was sent, Seno called. Nisa surprised. His heart instantly beat like it was about to get an attack. After learning from Niken that the man loves her, Nisa somehow becomes clumsy and awkward.

Doubtfully Nisa shifted the phone's handle button to the right. Then he put his phone to his ear. "Hello, Sen ...," Nisa said in a voice made as relaxed as possible. As usual.

"Yeay .. My best friend is finally married in a month. Nis, tell me the same I want what gift, I must buy it for you." Seno's voice sounded cheerful.

Nisa covered her mouth with one hand. His heart that was pounding turned tight. How could that man act so cheerfully? And offered her all the wedding gifts. Nisa knew Seno must be tormented, but the man was able to cover it up easily. Maybe because I am used to it?

"Gue doesn't want any gifts. I just want you to go home." Nisa's request sounds cruel. Asking the man who loved her for years to see her marry another man, but really Nisa wanted to see Seno there.

Seno. "Nis, listen. I did not want to come, but__" Seno's speech was interrupted. Seno supplied air to his chest as his defense to not shed any more tears. 'Gue really can't see elo marry another man, Nis.' Of course those words were not Seno uttered.

"But what?" ask Nisa.

"Business?"

"Yes. We want cooperation. My friend has an advertising company too."

"Oh that's it." Nisa's voice sounded disappointed. Nisa understands Seno won't come even if she insists.

"Elo's angry, huh?"

"No! I'm disappointed!"

"Sorry yes Nisa, dear ...."

Nisa's heart almost jumped out when she heard Seno say 'honey'.

"Think from now on what you want a gift, I'll buy it, okay?"

"Alright," said Nisa resigned.

Seno hung up the phone, while her other hand squeezed the bottle until it spilled out. His jaw hardened, and his eyes reddened again.

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Two weeks before the wedding, Viko's health again dropped. He suddenly fainted. Nisa is very worried about the health of her future husband, fortunately not to get an attack like the time in the restaurant first. For God's sake Nisa doesn't want to see that again. Actually Vanesh's doctor advised Viko for hospitalization, but Viko refused, saying there were important things she had to finish before her wedding day. Nisa had no idea what it was, and the man also seemed to keep it a secret from Nisa. But finally Vanesh's doctor allows, as long as Viko does not suffer an attack. Because it's very dangerous.

"Ko, should you obey Dr. Vanesh?" persuade Nisa.

"That's okay, Nis. I still feel fine, yes .. even though now I'm so claustrophobic as dizzy."

"That's right .. I don't want you to do anything."

Viko squeezes Nisa's fingers to calm down. His narrowed eyes looked at the girl with reverence. "You calm down .. I'll be fine as long as you're by my side." Nisa blinked, then a smile tried to make Nisa publish to Viko.

Viko didn't have to tell Nisa that what she just said was a lie. He did not feel well, every minute, every second, he was terrified that his heart suddenly stopped beating without warning. Viko doesn't want Nisa to worry. Every day he prayed a miracle happened. That is, a new heart for him is already available.

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Seno descended the five steps quickly out of the door of the John Rylands library. He had to hurry home and meet the invitation to Mr's family dinner. Armand. Now Christmas Eve, he did not want to make the family disappointed, let alone they had invited him from far away. In addition, Seno also wants to forget for a moment about Nisa's wedding which will be held the day after tomorrow.

During this month the wedding plan was not briefly lost from Seno's mind. This really bothered him and made him frustrated to the point of not feeling good about anything. To vent, after college Seno began to routinely undergo sports at the Gymnasium.

The temperature of Manchester tonight falls at minus 2° though everyone is so late in Christmas joys. The street show is getting more and more of an atmosphere. In cafes, churches, even on the side of the road everyone mingles warmly even in the cold of the city.

Seno confirmed the position of his backpack strap on the shoulder and then broke into the crowd of people who were watching street performances. Seno glanced at the circular Rolex on her left wrist.

'May't be late, ' he hoped.

Fifteen minutes later Seno was standing at the door of Mr. Armand's apartment. Seno squeezed the intercom bell attached beside the door. While waiting for someone to open the door, Seno loosened the scarf wrapped around her neck, as the air was already not as cold outside. Before long the sound of an automatic lock opened, a moment I then Mrs. Armand was already in front of Seno with his warm smile.

"Senopathy .. welcome, we are waiting for you." (Welcome we've been waiting for you)

"Sorry, i'am late," (Sorry I'm late) Seno said by showing a sorry face.

"It's okay. Come in," (It's okay, let's go in) said Mrs. Armand while giving way for Seno to enter.

"Yes ...."

Seno was welcomed by Mr.'s family. The other Armand who came from London. The atmosphere is very lively. Christmas tree stands gracefully in the corner of the room with decorations that make it even more beautiful, a variety of small foods and drinks fill the table in the living room, not to mention dinner dishes are already available at the dining table. Apparently they had not eaten dinner on purpose because they were waiting for Seno. Seno was impressed.

Seno greeted them politely, then tried to blend in. They were very friendly, and it made Seno comfortable to be in their midst.

"You are very handsome, do you want me to introduce to my daughter?" (you're so handsome, do you want me to introduce you to my daughter?) a blonde woman who looks about the same age as Mrs. Armand. Looks like he's going to match his daughter up with Seno.

Seno smiled shyly in response.

"See .. your smile is very sweet!" (Look ... your smile is very sweet) cried the other mother while looking at Seno's cheeks with anxiety.

"Hey don't make him shy, tonight he's our guest." (Hey, don't embarrass him, tonight he's our guest) Mrs. Armand rescues Seno.

"It's okay, Mrs," (It's okay, Madam) Seno said as he showed her a row of white teeth.

"Do you have a lover?" (Do you have a boyfriend?) Apparently, the blonde-haired mother did not playfully want to match her daughter with Seno. Honestly, Seno is so clumsy. Seno finally said. "Forgive me, I already have a girlfriend in Indonesia," (I'm sorry, I already have a boyfriend in Indonesia) said Seno lied.

"Yes of course, a handsome man you must have a very beautiful girlfriend, right?" (Yes of course, a handsome guy like you must have a very pretty girlfriend, right?) timpal Mr's. Armand while stopping his chess game with the dark-haired man who seemed to still be the same age as Seno.

Seno smirked while nodding in embarrassment. The blonde-haired mother looked disappointed.

"Okay, because Seno has come, let's have dinner now," (OK, since Seno has come, let's have dinner now) exclaimed Mrs. Armand. They also headed to the dining table.

Apparently the typical Christmas food in Europe is very diverse. Each country usually has a different food. As in Indonesia when lebaran there must be ketupat and opor chicken.

Mr Family. Armand is all from the UK so the typical Christmas food of this country must be at the dinner table, which is nothing but mashed potato with gravy and cranberry sauce. In addition to the food there are also other typical dishes that are roasted turkey aka a very large roasted turkey surrounded by lemon slices.





Mrs. Armand deliberately does not serve meat **** coated with bread and bacon, even though the food is another typical Christmas dish. Mrs. Armand knew Seno was a Muslim who was forbidden to eat meat ****.

Dinner was warm. As a family dessert it serves Risgrynsgrot special food from Sweden. Risgrynsgrot is a rice pudding that has a sweet taste with white color. This Risgrynsgrot will be served at Christmas to be eaten with a large family.



Swedes believe that those who get Risgrynsgrot containing almonds will get lucky. And it turns out Seno was the one who got Risgrynsgrot containing the almonds.

"Hey you will get luck!" (Hey, you'll get lucky!) exclaim them compact.

Seno. Right, he got it. Seno doesn't really believe in such things, but he does try to respect that tradition.

And who knew that luck was really there for her, right?

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Seno's luck on Christmas Eve? Hmmmm kira2 what luck is that? Jheng-jam.... 😂😂😂