THE LOVE OF MY LIFE
79. Paris.the second time.

"Oh, okay, all right," answered Nayla.

But the next second Nayla looked at Rory as if she had just realized what she was saying.

"....."

"...."

"Ehhh, wait, wait, wait, what did you say??" nayla was shocked.

"You're coming to Paris with us. And we'll be there for three days, or maybe more if you want to take a vacation at once" Rory chuckled softly.

"You seem to enjoy it a lot when it makes me surprised" Nayla murmured.

"Honestly, I really enjoyed it" said Rory again chuckling.

"But why Paris? What if they don't agree_,,,"

"I'm the one who asked him to take you, Nay," said Kevin.

Nayla turned around and saw Kevin with the others standing at the door, smiling as he nodded his head.

"And the reason why we chose Paris is because we had an event there" Kevin said.

"If it's for your music tour, I better not_,,,"

"It's not about work. We took a full break for one month after the incident. And our agency can understand" Kevin said, cutting off Nayla's speech.

"Again, they've received a new recording of the song from us, so they have no complaints" Martin said.

"But why are you taking me?" ask Nayla

"And this is too sudden" complained Nayla.

"If you're concerned about packing, then don't worry. We've prepared everything for you" Rory said with a big smile.

"Ehh, you mean?" nayla asked confused.

"Everything you need, we've prepared. We talked about this with Chris, and he agreed" Rory said.

"Impossible. He's not the one who's going to agree quickly on anything" Nayla argued.

"Of course he asked us why we brought you to Paris, and he agreed when we said the reason" Rory explained.

"And what is it?" Nayla raised her eyebrows.

"It's our parents' wedding anniversary, me and Kevin. Of course Thomas, Martin, Ethan and Nathan will come along, as they too are invited. Including you," said Rory.

"But_,,,"

"They're looking forward to seeing you soon, Nay. Don't you want to know my parents?" cut Rory.

"It's not that, of course I really want to, it's just that it's too sudden" Nayla said.

"So you refuse to come?" rory asked a little disappointed.

"Me,,,"

'Ugh, how's this? I still have time if I only go for three days. But, am I ready to meet her parents in this state?' I grieve Nayla's heart.

"My parents, not the ones who would criticize someone's appearance, if that's what you're thinking" Kevin said.

"They know everything, I say everything that happened. That's why they're so eager to meet you" he added.

"Actually they really wanted to come here to see you. But, their business business is not finished," continued Rory.

Nayla looked at Rory, then turned to Kevin and his friends who looked at Nayla with expectant gazes.

"Please say Yes,!" urge Rory expectantly.

Sighing deeply, Nayla finally nodded in agreement.

"All right" answered Nayla.

Once again they exclaimed in delight, making Nayla shake her head.

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[ La Bourdonnais hotel ].....

"So he's coming with you?" welcome Gloria happy.

Gloria was sitting on the couch with her husband, Vincen, who was busy with his laptop.

He was talking to Kevin on his cell phone. The joyous look on his face could not be hidden from his face when Kevin said he would meet the two of them.

The thing that makes him even more happy is that his two children will meet them with Nayla.

"Yes Ma, he agreed to come along" Kevin replied.

"That's fun news to hear. But, will he be fine during the flight?" gloria asked worriedly.

"I'll make sure he's safe" Kevin replied.

"Then where is he now?" ask Gloria.

"Last I saw after dinner, Jo changed the bandages in her room" said Kevin.

"Jo did?" welcome Gloria in disbelief. "You sure Jo can do it?" coined.

"Ma, of course he's learned before. Just like Nayla did anything for Jo. Jo is the same, too" said Kevin.

"Ah, right. He was always like that" said Gloria.

"What about you, Kevin?" gloria asked carefully.

"About Alisha?" kevin replied asking.

"Yes, as far as you know, you love her" Gloria said.

"Why, I'm fine after I know the truth. What's more, it was Nayla who made me see things clearly, I just felt better than before" Kevin said.

"You said it made me want to see him more, and I wanted to meet him" Gloria said.

"Mama's gonna see him soon" Kevin replies.

"All right, now rest. Mama is waiting for all of you to come" said Gloria.

"Night, ma." said Kevin.

"Dear night," Gloria replied.

"It looks like a lot of surprising things happened this year" Vincen said without distracting himself from the laptop screen.

"Well, our two children changed just because one woman was present among them" Gloria said.

"Tomorrow's event will be the best event" Vincen replied, turning to Gloria and smiling as he put his arm around Gloria's shoulder.

#### The next day.

After finishing breakfast, Rory and all her friends, as well as Nayla, are seen entering a black Campervan that has been parked in front of the building where Rory lives.

Some people helped bring their suitcases. Soon their Campervan rolled towards the airport.

"Do you feel anything uncomfortable?" rory asked when they were on the plane.

"I'm fine, Roy. It's the umpteenth time you've asked me," Nayla greeted with a bewitching smile.

They arrived in Paris in a pickup car waiting for them to arrive and drive them to the hotel.

"Bienvenue en France," she said kindly as she bowed slightly..

A man greeted them at the airport and immediately directed them towards the hotel they had booked earlier.

"You even booked a hotel?" ask Nayla.

"Of course" Rory said. "I have to make sure you stay comfortable while you're here" he added.

" Wow, I'm impressed. I've almost forgotten who you really are" Nayla said.

Nayla looked out the window. Admire the charm of the city of Paris is so beautiful even under the hot sun. While those who saw Nayla just smiled.

After a few minutes, they arrived at a hotel and immediately headed to their respective rooms.

Their rooms are on the same floor and close to each other. Nayla's room is between Rory and Kevin's. The others were in front of the rooms of the three of them.

"Rest,! You must be tired after the trip. The event will be held later tonight," suggested Rory.

"What about you? Yourparents? Wouldn't it be better if I greeted them?" nayla Cecar.

"I'll be in my room. If you need anything, you can call me" Rory said.

"If it's my parents, they haven't come back yet. You can meet them tonight. They also suggest that you take a break" Rory continued.

"So they're staying at this hotel?"ask Nayla.

"Right, it's just that their room is on the ground floor" explained Rory.

"Ah,, so," exhorted Nayla softly.

"What's with this look on your face, hmm?" rory asked while raising Nayla's chin using her index finger and thumb.

"No, it's nothing. It seems I'm just thinking too much" said Nayla.

"Then tell me what it is!" welcome Rory.

"Can I go out to go around?" please Nayla.

"Are you not tired?" ask Rory.

"Absolutely not," Nayla shook her head.

"Well, we'll be out after lunch, how about it?" ask Rory.

Nayla nodded in agreement.

"Should we take them too?" ask Nayla again.

"No need, it's just the two of us" replied Rory.

Nayla nodded.

Time goes by quickly. Rory and Nayla are out to get around as agreed. However, in the end they cannot go to many places because of the limited time they have.

Secretly, Nayla enters the accessories store when Rory leaves her for a while, and immediately stores the purchased items into her bag.

Without feeling it, the event that Rory mentioned was almost here. With the help of a makeup artist, Nayla is helped to prepare herself.

Rory's waiting outside the room with her friends.

"DOR,,,,!!!"

The sound of the door opening made Rory turn her head immediately. The makeup artist came out and nodded politely at Rory with a smile on her face.

Shortly thereafter, Nayla comes out in a casual suit clinging to her body. Light blue thin cardi with white knee-length drees interior perfectly fits the white skin.

His hair was styled half-draped by collecting on his right shoulder.

"Sole monsieur, (*sorry sir)," said the makeup artist bending her body.

"This is all I can do. Mademoiselle Nayla, can't wear a dress because of her stomach wound" she explained.

"Tu as bien fait, Merci beaucoup,(*You did well. Thank you very much)," replied Rory smiling kindly.

" Je vous en prie, passe une bonne journey, (*Thank you again, have a nice day)," he replied with a warm smile.

The makeup artist bent back and left.

"Roy, does it matter if I'm like this?" nayla asked hesitantly looking at herself.

"Why? You look beautiful" welcome Rory.

"You know exactly what I mean, Roy," Nayla said.

"Then what? Are you uncomfortable with this outfit?" ask Rory.

"It's not so," said Nayla. " It's convenient, but you said it's your parents' second wedding anniversary, isn't this outfit too casual?" nayla said worriedly.

"Absolutely not. Both my parents are quite happy with your arrival" Rory said.

"And if anyone bullies you, I'll take care of it" Kevin said.

"Those who criticize you will only get in trouble because they will also confront us" Thomas said.

Nayla smiled, feeling calmer than before.

'How lucky I am to have those around me, ' Nayla's inner self.

"We're leaving?" ask Rory to stretch her hand.

"The ceremony was held in the ballroom of this hotel, so we don't have to go by car" Rory explained.

"Somehow I'm sure this is also part of your plan" Nayla welcomed Rory's hand.

"That's right," replied Rory with a big smile.

They began to fly to the Ballroom located on the lower floor.

As soon as they entered the ballroom, Nayla was stunned by the interior that adorned the room.

The room is quite spacious, the table and chairs that have been neatly arranged with a red tabletop.

Food and drinks are neatly arranged at each table, ready to entertain all guests. Several waiters walked around each guest with trays filled with drinks in their hands.

Rory folded her arms while guiding Nayla's hand around her. Nayla circulated her gaze, and saw all the female guests wearing their luxurious dresses.

The entire guest's gaze was on Nayla and Rory who had just entered the room, causing a small commotion.

"It looks like my mom is a little late" said Rory.

"I'll say hello to them for a while" Martin pointed to someone he knew.

As soon as Martin left, they went out one by one to greet their acquaintances, leaving Nayla and Rory.

But it doesn't last long when suddenly someone pulls Rory away from Nayla to talk about something.

Nayla smiled slightly as she put her shoulder up. Exploring what happened.

"Is this your first time attending a party, miss?"

A question addressed to Nayla, made her turn around only to find the middle-aged yet very graceful woman smiling gently at her.

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