Moving On
Zeroun's Suspicion

(Almira)

Right now, I'm with Arabela at the kids' cafe. Mom and daughter dating. In the past, when in Paris we always took time together at the weekend. Talk like a friend. As much as possible, I became a parent who could become a friend, a friend to Ara.

He raised the glass with his small hands.

"Cheers!" abugn.

"Cheers!"

And we drink each other's ice. He looks very happy today. I hesitated to talk about Nino to her. Fear will make Ara sad or confused by the current situation.

"Mom!"call me with doubt.

"Yes mom" she answered. With twinkling eyes looking at me with her sweet smile.

"Darling... There's actually something you want to talk to your mommy." I looked back at him with doubt.

"About your Father."

He's like a confusion. "I don't think mommy would ever talk about it" she said.

"indeed not. But, that's not fair to you. You have every right to know who your father is, dear." I became emotional talking to him.

"But that's if you want to, baby. Because if you don't, it's also sweety."

"He looks good to me mommy... The one we met yesterday, right? You two looked awkward at the beginning, and I saw mommy. If mommy knows what I mean." she said.

I'm surprised to hear that, "How can you... Okay." Okay."

I let out a breath. I was still surprised by Ara, how she could understand things so easily. "Yes. My dear, we met when we were young. But what you should know is that he did not send you off. She doesn't even know, if mommy's pregnant with you baby."

"Yes, he was very surprised to see me. He said, I look like his family." he said.

My daughter is very mature. How could a child like him possibly understand what was happening with the parents. I'm so sorry for him.

"Mommy, take him to dinner together. Maybe it can help him, get to know us" he said. He said it so easily, without a doubt.

"You sure?"

"Yes, mommy. Seriously."

"You amazed mommy, dear."

" I love you, Mommy."

"I love you, sweety."

My eyes are glazed. I really didn't expect 'em, Ara was so receptive to Nino. I am so grateful to have a daughter like her.

We finally enjoyed the weekend beautifully. He is happy to know that Nino is his father. He also couldn't wait to see Nino again. The fear I felt disappeared. The burden I had disappeared.

***

I was with Ara in the kitchen. Preparing dinner for three. Yes, I finally invited Nino to dinner together. And he was also very enthusiastic about wanting to meet Ara again.

The atmosphere of the kitchen became chaotic, as Ara helped cook. I didn't ban Ara from the current situation because I didn't want to ruin her mood right now. He seemed happy to prepare food together. He was the first to propose cooking instead of eating out. He said he wanted to enjoy the atmosphere quietly without the crowd.

"Mommy.." cried Ara.

"Yes baby!" my answer.

Ara was in her room. I told him to take a shower and prepare. And I'm still in the kitchen, putting food on the table.

"Where's Ara's clothes ?" tanyakanya.

I stepped into his room. And I'm surprised by the state of his room right now. It was a mess, clothes were everywhere.

"Oh my goodness, baby. Why is it messy anyway?"

"Hehehe. Ara is confused about what clothes to wear." he said.

"Can wear anything, baby. Everything is still good."

"But it..."

I understand him. Since this was his first time meeting his father, he wanted to show his best.

I squat, align with him. Holding both hands.

"All Ara's clothes are good. Everything is beautiful when you wear Ara. Papa would have liked it."

His face turned into a calm.

"Yes mom. Then it's the mama who chooses." he said.

"Yes dear. Ara also helped tidy up the messy clothes yaa..."

I rubbed her hair lovingly.

"That's dong. Mommy's son is smart."

Ara tidied up her scattered clothes. I was looking for clothes for him.

After that, I helped him clean it up. He's a smart kid, and he's never complained. He grew up to be a good person.

Ara's room was as neat as ever. And Ara had prepared herself neatly. I went to the bathroom to get a shower and changed clothes.

I heard the door bell ringing. That must be Nino's coming. I still change clothes.

I open the door to the room, though,

"Ara, please open the door." I shouted.

"Yes,mommy."answered.

The sound of the door opening. I quickly changed clothes and dressed myself.

***

I stepped towards those who were in the living room. I saw Ara beside him. Yes, that's Nino, Ara's birth father. My best friend in the past.

"Hi, you've come."My clothes.

"Hi too. Yes."answered.

He stood up to me and hugged me.

"Thank you" he said.

He hugged me tightly. I returned his embrace tightly.

"Together Nin. Welcome... "

He smiled, while releasing a hug. He's getting handsome tonight. His eyes were filled with happiness.

"Mom, let's eat. Ara is a laper." said Ara.

"Sorry, baby. Let's go into the kitchen."

"Hayo papa." said Ara. He held Nino's hand.

"Ha...Okay sweetheart."answered.

He saw me behind him. He was confused by his daughter.

I just smiled at him. And I just responded nodding my head. It was as if I was telling to follow Ara.

Ara looks very enthusiastic to meet Nino. He ignored my invitation. What a adorable girl.

We're all at the dinner table. Ara and Nino were next to each other while I was in front of her. I was happy to see the two of them, who finally met.

In the past, I was angry with the situation. I was so frustrated pregnant without anyone accompanying me. I almost wanted to abort him, but I finally got it all.

I took care of him for 9 months. Even though I was limping, I kept holding on. I loved it so much. I want to see my son grow up.

And look now, she's so pretty in front of me. He looked timidly in front of his biological father, whom he had never known.

Her sparkling eyes showed that she also liked her papa a lot. I know, all this time she wanted to meet him. Although he never said it, but I've seen it. When Ara saw her friend in her papa's arms, her eyes looked as though they were missing someone.

Now he can look with satisfaction. And can hold her tightly. He gripped his hand and stroked his face.

I'm sorry, honey. Mommy was so mean to you. I used to not dare like this, but now I can go far because you are my daughter.

I smiled at their interactions. Nino looked at me, as if she was confused.

"You're all right, right?" tanyakanya.

"Yes I'm fine. I'm just glad to see you both." I replied.

I smiled at Ara. He returned my smile.

"Hayo, we're eating."

"Good meal, mommy, papa." said Ara.

"Good meal too."

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