Chapter 12. Meeting an Old Love

Ahem... Ferdinan's clearing of his throat successfully broke the silence.

"In that case, you should propose to Aurora right away, Dave, no need for a long courtship," Sekar chimed in with a wide smile. The hijab-wearing beauty hadn't expected her son to bring a prospective daughter-in-law so soon.

Aurora, in response, choked on the drink she had just taken, while Gracia remained frozen in disbelief at the surprises she was getting from her friend and boss.

"Slow down, dear," Dave said as he grabbed a tissue and gently wiped the liquid from Aurora's lips, his gaze locking with hers.

"We..." Aurora began, wanting to clarify the truth.

"We will get married after Aurora finishes her studies, Mommy," Dave interjected quickly.

It was futile to argue, so Aurora decided to go along with the drama Dave had created. "It seems like I need to learn acting now," she muttered to herself as she forced a smile towards Sekar and Ferdinan.

"As long as you bot