2025-02-23 06:07:00Sara couldn’t ignore the doubts that began to overshadow her thoughts about Rendy and their relationship. This uncertainty made her feel trapped, torn between trust in her partner and the growing worry.
With each heartbeat, Sara was resolved to seek the truth—whatever might be revealed, she needed to know in order to protect Dinda and herself.
But Sara brushed the thought aside. Sebastian was just trying to complicate her life, she thought stubbornly. Yet, the doubt continued to grow in a small corner of her heart.
After ensuring Dinda was sleeping peacefully, Sara decided to find the doctor on duty who could explain the scar. She walked toward the doctor's office with firm steps. There, she found a nurse organizing the patient schedule.
"Excuse me, I want to see the doctor wh
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"Forgot?" The senior doctor raised his voice, creating a tense atmosphere in the room. "How could you overlook something like this? This is not just a technical issue; it concerns the trust of the patient in us as a medical team!"His words echoed in the silence, adding weight to an already tense atmosphere. All eyes were on the doctor, observing how serious the situation had become. "We must remember that every decision we make can have a significant impact on someone's life. We cannot take risks like this."The doctor looked at his colleagues, hoping they understood the importance of maintaining integrity and professionalism in every action. "We must commit to providing the best for our patients, no matter how small the details," he emphasized.Sara watched the scene with her mouth half-open, her heart pounding in a mix of confusion and anger. "So, you mean, t
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The resident took a deep breath, trying to find the right words. "I promise I'll do my best to ensure you get all the necessary information. This is a valuable lesson for me."The resident looked increasingly nervous. He lowered his gaze, avoiding Sara's eyes. "I truly apologize, Mrs. Sara," he said softly. "I didn't mean... to hide anything. That was indeed my mistake.""Mistake?" Sara emphasized the word with a sarcastic tone. "What kind of mistake results in an injury like that not being mentioned at all? My child is my responsibility, and I have the right to know what is happening to her."Sara's words left the resident speechless. He felt the heavy burden of responsibility on him. "I understand, ma'am. This is a very difficult situation, and I don't want you to feel neglected. We should have been more transparent."S
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The doctor paused for a moment, taking a deep breath before speaking, while Rendy and Vina prepared to hear what would happen next. The silence in the waiting room felt as if it was waiting for an answer from an unpredictable fate."Guardian of Rachel," the doctor called, his voice firm yet caring.Rendy and Vina immediately stood up from their chairs and approached the doctor. Rendy introduced himself, "I'm her father," followed by Vina, "And I'm her mother. How is Rachel, Doctor?"The doctor looked at them. His expression showed that the situation was not easy. Rendy and Vina felt waves of tension increasing, every second feeling so precious.Slowly, the doctor began to provide details about the procedure that had been performed and Rachel's condition after the surgery. Rendy and Vina listened intently, hoping for some
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Vina could only nod slowly, unable to say anything more. The room felt so quiet, filled only with the sound of the beeping monitor."The doctor said she is stable," Rendy finally said, more to himself. "It's just a matter of time before Rachel wakes up.""But why hasn't she woken up yet?" Vina asked, her voice filled with fear. "Rendy, I’m scared... What if—""Don’t think like that," Rendy interrupted quickly. He held Vina's hand firmly. "We have to trust the doctors and Rachel. She will be okay."Vina could only cry softly, while Rendy stood by her, not letting her fall deeper into her anxiety. He tried to comfort Vina with his presence, providing silent support. Yet deep inside, he too was haunted by unspoken fears.&nbs
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Sebastian sat at the end of the conference table, his eyes fixed on the documents laid out before him. Since morning, he had been caught up in back-to-back meetings. The mounting workload, combined with worries about Dinda and the issues he was facing with Sara, made his mind feel overwhelmed.Yet, he maintained his professional demeanor. He listened intently to every discussion, jotting down important points, even as his heart felt heavy. Questions about relationships and responsibilities swirled in his mind. As his colleagues spoke, he tried not to be distracted by his personal troubles, but it was hard not to feel burdened.Every time he stole a glance at his laptop screen, images of Dinda and Sara surfaced, reminding him of the decisions he had to make. Taking a deep breath, he tried to focus, suppressing the emotional turmoil that wanted to break free.Lila
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Sebastian rubbed his face, trying to calm his chaotic thoughts. Every second that passed added to the tension within him. Worries about Dinda and the decisions he had to make swirled in his mind. He felt isolated in that silence, as if the world outside continued to move while he was trapped in uncertainty.Sebastian knew he had to make a decision, but his brain seemed shrouded in fog that made it hard to see a clear path. He longed for clarity and calm, but right now, both felt very far away.A soft knock sounded at the door, and Lila’s gentle voice came through. "Sebastian? Sorry to interrupt, but are you still here?"Sebastian looked up, slightly surprised to see Lila still in the office. He nodded briefly, signaling her to come in. "Yes, I still have some things to finish. You haven’t gone home yet?"Lila approached with a small smil
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Sebastian rubbed his face again, his eyes looking tired. "I know, but I don't have many options, Lila. This investor is important. If I don't go meet them, this project could fail, and that means I won't be able to support Dinda the way I want. I'm confused; my heart is troubled. I don't know what the right decision is."Exhaustion and confusion were evident on his face. He felt an overwhelming pressure to succeed, but at the same time, the fear of losing precious moments with Dinda haunted him. Every choice felt difficult, and he felt trapped between two equally important responsibilities.Sebastian knew he had to make a decision soon, but the uncertainty surrounding him only added to his stress. In his mind, he wished to find a way to align all aspects of his life, but that path seemed very distant.Lila paused for a moment, then gently said, "Sebastian, this
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Sebastian looked around anxiously, feeling uncertainty enveloping the atmosphere. He walked toward Dinda's bed and found the little girl lying quietly, although her face appeared tired. Gently, he placed the teddy bear and toys he brought beside Dinda, hoping to bring a little happiness amid this difficult situation.Sebastian tried to calm himself, feeling the tension slowly dissipate as he sat beside Dinda. He knew that even though Sara was absent, his presence could provide the support Dinda needed. Carefully, he held Dinda's hand, hoping his presence would give her a sense of safety and comfort."Where's Sara?" he murmured. However, before he could continue his question, Dinda's cheerful voice interrupted him."Papa Sebastian!" Dinda shouted with excitement. Her pale face instantly lit up when she saw Sebastian enter with so many items. "
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Sara sat on the edge of the bed, her eyes staring blankly at the phone screen lying in front of her. News from Sebastian about Dinda still rang in her ears. Why did that man always make her feel like this?Every time she felt calm, there was always something that made her anxious, especially when it came to Dinda. Her worries overflowed, and she felt torn between wanting to protect her daughter and her dissatisfaction with Sebastian, who seemed to always be there in difficult situations.Her mind was spinning, remembering all the difficult moments they had been through. Even though her heart was trying hard to understand the situation, feelings of frustration still gripped her. Taking a deep breath, Sara tried to calm herself down, determined to focus on Dinda and make sure her daughter got the attention she needed.Sebastian kept calling her, asking about Dinda
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Sebastian, even though he still felt awkward inside, continued to walk. This trip was important, but he couldn't shake the feeling of guilt for having to leave Dinda, even for a short time.When he stepped out of the apartment with Lila, he just hoped that everything would go according to plan. The atmosphere around him felt strange, and thoughts of Dinda continued to haunt him.However, he tried to stay focused on the purpose of this trip. With Lila beside him, full of enthusiasm and optimism, Sebastian tried to dispel the doubts that were pressing on his heart. They both stepped into the taxi, ready to face the challenges ahead while also hoping that their relationship and commitment to Dinda would remain strong despite being separated for a while.Arriving at the airport, Sebastian and Lila headed straight to the departure gate after going through security. I
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That morning, Sebastian was getting ready in his apartment for a planned two-day business trip. A small suitcase was open on his bed, filled with only a few clothes and important documents. He moved leisurely, not wanting to rush. However, a knock on the door made him pause for a moment.When the door opened, Lila was standing there with an enthusiastic smile. Sebastian let out a small sigh, realizing that Lila seemed a little too excited for this trip. He nodded and said, "Yes, that's right. But I still have a few things to finish first. Come in if you want."Lila stepped inside, looking around the simple apartment. Sebastian returned to his bed, where the small suitcase was open, and began to organize the important documents that were still scattered around. Lila sat on the edge of the bed, waiting and occasionally glancing at the clock.Sebastian packed his t
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However, as she said that, her stomach let out a loud growl, creating a brief silence. Sara looked awkward, while Sebastian just smiled faintly."Seems like your body has a different answer."That moment created a slight relief amidst the tension. Though there was still awkwardness, Sebastian's small smile offered a glimmer of hope that they could get through this difficult situation together.Sara rolled her eyes, annoyed at being caught off guard."I don’t have time for that.""Come on," Sebastian coaxed. "There’s a little restaurant not far from the hospital. The food there is good, and you can get back to Dinda’s room quickly."Sebastian tried to assure Sara, hoping that a
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Sebastian remained calm, though it was evident he was starting to tire of Sara’s anger."Sara, I didn’t mean to disregard you. But you weren’t here all day, and I tried calling you multiple times. Dinda really wanted to go outside. I couldn’t bear to say no to her."He spoke with a more serious tone, trying to explain the situation. Even though he knew Sara was under pressure, he hoped to provide a clearer perspective on his decision."That’s not an excuse! Don’t you know the risks? Dinda just had surgery, Sebastian! Fresh air, the possibility of infection—this could be dangerous!"Sara spoke with a trembling voice, half out of anger, half out of concern.She felt that every word she said was crucial, hoping to convey how serious the situat
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Sara tried to calm herself, but anxiety and frustration continued to haunt her. Sara hoped to find someone who could give her more information about Dinda's whereabouts. Her daughter's safety was her main focus, and she wouldn't stop searching for her.In the midst of her panic, Sara suddenly remembered Sebastian. She frowned, feeling hesitant to contact her ex-husband.All this time, she had tried to avoid Sebastian as much as possible, limiting their communication only to important matters regarding Dinda. However, this situation left her with no choice.Taking a deep breath, Sara reached for her phone again and scrolled through her contacts. She knew that despite their complicated relationship, only Sebastian might know where Dinda was at that moment. With a racing heart, she dialed the number, hoping her ex-husband could provide the answers she d
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When they arrived at the park, the fresh air and green scenery welcomed them. The warm afternoon sun made the atmosphere even more pleasant. Dinda took a deep breath, as if enjoying her freedom after days spent in the hospital room.“Dad, look! That yellow flower is so beautiful!” Dinda exclaimed, pointing at a patch of flowers growing near a small fountain.Sebastian pushed the wheelchair closer and sat beside Dinda. “Yes, it’s very beautiful. Just like you,” he said with a warm smile.Dinda beamed, happy with her dad's compliment. She took Sebastian's hand and held it tightly. “Thank you, Dad! I love these flowers,” she replied enthusiastically.They both enjoyed the moment, surrounded by the beauty of nature and the sound of water bubbling from the fountain. The calm and happy
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Sebastian looked around anxiously, feeling uncertainty enveloping the atmosphere. He walked toward Dinda's bed and found the little girl lying quietly, although her face appeared tired. Gently, he placed the teddy bear and toys he brought beside Dinda, hoping to bring a little happiness amid this difficult situation.Sebastian tried to calm himself, feeling the tension slowly dissipate as he sat beside Dinda. He knew that even though Sara was absent, his presence could provide the support Dinda needed. Carefully, he held Dinda's hand, hoping his presence would give her a sense of safety and comfort."Where's Sara?" he murmured. However, before he could continue his question, Dinda's cheerful voice interrupted him."Papa Sebastian!" Dinda shouted with excitement. Her pale face instantly lit up when she saw Sebastian enter with so many items. "
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Sebastian rubbed his face again, his eyes looking tired. "I know, but I don't have many options, Lila. This investor is important. If I don't go meet them, this project could fail, and that means I won't be able to support Dinda the way I want. I'm confused; my heart is troubled. I don't know what the right decision is."Exhaustion and confusion were evident on his face. He felt an overwhelming pressure to succeed, but at the same time, the fear of losing precious moments with Dinda haunted him. Every choice felt difficult, and he felt trapped between two equally important responsibilities.Sebastian knew he had to make a decision soon, but the uncertainty surrounding him only added to his stress. In his mind, he wished to find a way to align all aspects of his life, but that path seemed very distant.Lila paused for a moment, then gently said, "Sebastian, this
