Charlie stared at the mound of dirt in front of him, which had Monica's name written on it. Sobbing accompanied Monica's departure, Charlie's relatives and neighbors also helped with the process of burying Monica's body.
Maybe after this Charlie is alone, and everyone he loves will slowly leave. Charlie can only accept whatever is his destiny, after all, what can he do if God wills it?"You have to be patient, Charlie." One by one the people who were mourning left. Leaving Charlie, who is still faithfully sitting next to his mother's grave, and Stella, who is still beside Charlie."Let's just pray for Aunt Monica, Aunt Monica won't like seeing her child weak like this, Charlie," said Stella, patting Charlie's shoulders slowly.While Charlie was silent, the owner of the round glasses was still staring at his mother's grave with a blank gaze. Empty, that's what he felt. Letting go of someone who has always been there for him is not easy.Not far from Monica's burial location, someone was hiding behind a tree. It seemed that person was watching Charlie and Stella's movements. Not long after, the person took out his cell phone and pressed a name to call."Hello. I have important information, sir," he said to the person he was calling.After saying that, he hung up the phone. Then leave there.***Someone who had been stalking Charlie went to a tall building, there was the name JA Group emblazoned on the front of the building. The person walked quickly towards the company CEO's room. After arriving at the door, don't forget to politely knock on the door."Come in!" After receiving instructions from the owner of the room, he immediately went inside.You could see a middle-aged man sitting casually in a chair beside the window, he looked dignified and classy. He is Jonathan, CEO and owner of the JA Group company. Famous for being very firm and cruel, and respected by many people."What information do you have?" Jonathan's deep voice broke the silence in the room.Yep, that's right. The person who was contacted by the person who was stalking Charlie was Jonathan. That person was Jonathan's subordinate. As ordered, he gave Jonathan a brown envelope.Without further ado, Jonathan opened the envelope. Containing an information document and several photos, a faint smile could be seen on his face. He turned back to look at the person he had sent earlier, then said, "What's his name?""Charlie Andrew, sir. He is the son of Mrs. Monica, and also..." the person's words stopped for a moment, "your son."Jonathan saw photos of Charlie at the funeral, and also photos that were taken before Monica died. Yep, Jonathan ordered his men to find out and monitor Monica and Charlie a few weeks ago."Good job, keep watching him. Give him whatever he needs, and..." Jonathan trailed off, he got up from his seat. Standing in front of the window, he said, "I need some parts of his body, such as hair. To be a DNA test sample.""Yes, sir. But if you are sure that he is your child, why do you want a DNA test?"Jonathan took a deep breath and then answered, "Just a formality, so you can have the child forever.""Okay, I will immediately carry out your orders." After saying that, Jonathan's men left the room.Leaving Jonathan who was still in the room, he was currently sitting at his desk. Taking out a photo album in his drawer, he saw a photo of him and Monica together, of course with the tiny baby in Monica's arms."After all this time, I finally found you. I'm sorry Monica, I promise I will look after the child us," said Jonathan sadly, looking at the photo album in his hand.Jonathan was previously married to Monica, but everything was destroyed after Jonathan's father separated them because he didn't agree with their marriage. After that, Monica, who had just given birth, decided to leave and disappear from Jonathan's life, so that Jonathan could live happily according to his father's wishes.Jonathan had been looking for Monica and Charlie's whereabouts for years, but only a few weeks ago he received information about Monica's whereabouts. Jonathan even met Monica and tried to talk to her. But Monica still doesn't want to meet him, Monica even doesn't want Charlie to know that Jonathan is his father.After a long time of just staying silent and watching from afar, now might be the time for Jonathan to appear in front of Charlie. After all, Charlie is his biological child, and he will also be his successor someday."I will meet you soon, my son," said Jonathan who couldn't hold back his tears.***It's been two Weeks passed, after the death of his mother. Charlie became a quieter person and had no interest in doing anything. He repeatedly surrendered when he was beaten by Dion and his friends. Look at his face now, there are lots of bruises and bruises. Charlie seemed to have given up on his life, he felt like he wanted to die after his mother."Stupid, your smart brain doesn't seem useful in real life," muttered Charlie, laughing dryly, looking at himself who looked pathetic. His hands several times adjusted the position of the glasses which were slightly cracked and unfit for use."Charlie! Open the door!"Charlie closed his eyes and took a rough breath when he heard a very loud and noisy woman's voice. He immediately opened the door to his house, before the woman screamed louder."What's wrong, Stella? It's still early, don't scream," said Charlie softly.Meanwhile, Stella just smiled broadly showing her rows of teeth. "Sorry, but I have something for you," she said, handing me a fairly large cardboard box. anything from you. Please understand."Stella rolled her eyes lazily, she forced Charlie to accept the cardboard. "I know, it wasn't from me. I met the package delivery person in front of your house, he said it was a package for you. So I brought it all," she explained at length, then walked into Charlie's house.Meanwhile, Charlie stayed where he was, he frowned in confusion. Many times many things have come to his house, and he doesn't know who sent them. Moreover, all of these items were expensive and branded items, making Charlie even more afraid. Don't worry, Charlie never wears any of that stuff."Who sent this item," said Charlie curiously."Charlie! Do you want to continue standing there? Come here quickly, I brought breakfast for you!" shouted Stella who was already sitting in the living room."Don't protest! You don't want to accept things from me, right? But this is food, don't refuse," continued Stella, not letting Charlie speak at all.Meanwhile, Charlie could only shake his head. His head saw Stella's behavior, he chose to go inside and approach Stella."Okay, but I'll put this stuff away first," said Charlie, taking the cardboard to his room.Stella was busy eating the bread he brought himself and now got up from her seat. Run over to Charlie and say, "Wait a minute! You don't want to open it here? What's in it?""Don't be curious."Stella snorted in annoyance. "This is a package from that person you don't know, right? The one who always sends things to you?" She asked raising one eyebrow.Charlie nodded then answered, "Yes, and until now I don't know who sent all that."Stella was silent, she thought for a moment. But he frowned after seeing Charlie looking at him. "Why are you looking at me like that?" She said curtly."No, I'm just making sure that you weren't the one who sent those things."Stella hit Charlie on the arm and said, "You don't believe me? I never sent them at all.""Then who sent all that stuff."Stella put her arm around Charlie's shoulder. "We have to find out," she said smiling broadly."How?" Charlie asked. Hoping that Stella would have a way so he could return all the items, Charlie didn't want to accept anything from anyone just out of mercy.Stella waved her hand, telling Charlie to come closer. Then whispered in Charlie's ear. "I have to eat first, so my brain works well," she whispered accompanied by a light laugh."Shit!"After breakfast, Charlie immediately went to work at a supermarket. Charlie took advantage of his college holidays to work as a cashier at a supermarket not far from his house. Not only that, Charlie also sometimes works part-time as a restaurant waiter to supplement his income."Are you going to come to work with me?" Charlie asked Stella who was still walking behind him.Stella smiled broadly then said, "No, I just want to buy something there."Charlie nodded in understanding, without saying anything. The two of them walked towards the supermarket where Charlie worked. After arriving there, Charlie immediately changed clothes and started working as a cashier and shopkeeper. "I'll take the things I need first." Stella walked away to choose what to buy. A few minutes later, Stella returned to Charlie who was at the cashier, carrying a full basket. Charlie immediately carried out his duties as a cashier."Charlie, when are we going to find out who sent you those packages?" Stella ask
Charlie passed day after day, even though he had been away with his mother for half his life. But he still lives for himself, at least he can realize his mother's dream of wanting Charlie to be successful and have power so that no one will underestimate him anymore.It has been almost two months since Monica died, and now Charlie is much more able to accept his mother's departure. However, sometimes he still feels sad when he remembers that his mother has left him.As usual, before leaving for campus. Charlie stood in front of the mirror, to see her face. This time his face was almost clean from bruises because, in the last few days, he had not seen Dion and his friends. Charlie just prays, hopefully today he can also be free and not have anything to do with Dion and his friends."If miracles do exist, I feel like I want to be someone who has power. So that they all stop belittling and bothering me," said Charlie laughing lightly, because he had said something ridiculous."Huh... I do
Charlie was surprised to find himself in a large garden. Many flowers were blooming, and the trees were shady. Charlie walked around looking at the whole place, he had no idea what it was."Charlie." Someone's soft voice made Charlie's steps stop. He turned to the source of the sound.Instantly, a smile formed on Charlie's face when he saw someone in white with light around him. Someone he had been missing all this time."Mommy!" Charlie shouted with teary eyes.Monica only smiled, she slowly faded away in the white light. This made Charlie run to his mother, but it was too late. His mother had disappeared somewhere."Mommy, please! I want to be with you!" Charlie kneeled on the ground and looked up at the clear sky. Hoping his mom would reappear."Not yet, Charlie. You have to pick up the happiness you've been longing for." Monica's soft voice came back, but she didn't appear like before.After hearing his mother's words, Charlie immediately saw a bright light. It was as if he had en
Jonathan smiled, and he put his arm around Charlie's shoulders. He proudly said, "This is Charlie Andrew, my son."While Charlie could only smile slightly, he bowed his head. Afraid that the woman in front of him would not accept him into the family, what could Charlie expect?Laura looked at Charlie intently, with a look that seemed intimidating. But a moment later, she laughed lightly as she hugged Charlie. "Gosh, why the tense look on your face? Are you scared of me?" she asked with a sweet smile.Charlie looked up to see Laura, and he smiled forcibly. It didn't seem as bad as he imagined, seeing as the woman in front of him seemed nice to him."Introduce. I'm Laura. Your father's wife, and now I'm your mom too," she said, extending her hand.Charlie was speechless, swallowing his saliva. Not sure how to react—a replacement for his mom? Of course, he couldn't. In Charlie's heart, Monica remained the best mom of all time.Although surprised, Charlie shook Laura's hand politely and s
Laura quickly called her personal driver, as well as the bodyguard who would be guarding Charlie. After the car was ready, Laura again said, "The car is ready; you guys should be careful. I'll get in first."After saying that, Laura quickly went inside. Leaving Charlie and Stella in front of the house."Is she your mom?" Stella asked Charlie, but her gaze was still on Laura, who walked into the house.Charlie frowned. "Yes," he replied briefly."So pretty! She looks so young!" Stella was excited herself; she couldn't lie if Laura was indeed beautiful and looked young.Charlie rolled his eyes lazily, then grabbed Stella's hand and dragged her into the car."Damn you, Charlie," Stella cursed when her head hit the car door, because Charlie pushed her to get into the car quickly.While Charlie didn't really care about Stella, he chose to get into the car casually. On the way, Charlie began to tell him everything that happened to him, starting from the time he was about to commit suicide.
The dark sky turned bright, sunlight began to appear to warm the earth. The chirping of birds was greeted this morning, and many people passing by doing activities.Like a man standing in front of the mirror in his room, his eyes looking at himself from top to bottom. The bruises on his face look sad, the round glasses stuck to his eyes make him look like a coward.Yes, let's call him Charlie Andrew. He is a smart final student, but it seems his intelligence doesn't make everyone like him. Can't we force everyone to like us?Charlie was silent for a moment in front of the mirror, his hand stroking his bruised and red cheek. He could hear a sigh, now he was ready to go to campus."It's okay, I'm strong. I'll graduate soon, I just have to hold on a little longer," said Charlie calming himself, he smiled faintly even though he was forced to. After being satisfied staying silent in front of the mirror, Charlie finally chose to immediately go to campus."Mom! Where are you?" When he left
"Tsk... get out of the way!" Dion snapped looking at a woman in front of him.Charlie who had gone limp looked up at the woman, he snorted in annoyance while saying, "Go, Stella."Stella Amora is the woman's name. Stella is Charlie's best friend who is ready to protect Charlie, even though sometimes she can't do anything. But Stella also has many ways to get Dion to stop bullying Charlie without having to beat the man. "Heh... Stella! What are you doing here? Don't bother us!" This time it was Kezia who spoke after being silent for a long time. Stella looked at Kezia with disapproval and then said, "Why? You are bothering my best friend. Why can't I interfere, ha?" "You damn woman," cursed Jack. While Dion let out a rough breath, he pushed Stella roughly. Then squatted in front of Charlie. "Our business is not finished yet!" he threatened with a sly smile.After that Dion just walked away, followed by his friends."Bastard!" Stella immediately went over to Charlie to make sure her