Chapter 4 I Am Sorry Honey

"I am not what you think, Ray. You might hear many rumors about me and I do not blame you for that. If you choose to believe it, that is your choice," Verina replied, seriously. A woman, who has one hundred and seventy-eight centimeters tall, was being stared at by the brown-skinned man.

The opposite sex said nothing, waiting for what the new partner would say. There was a moment of silence because the woman took a deep breath as if there was a heavyweight pressing down on her.

The situation in the room was in stark contrast to the previous situation, a few hours ago, when they made great love. The air conditioner feels even more piercing to the skin. A pair of people looked at each other, but the boy was trying to find answers to the questions asked earlier, so he waited patiently.

Damn it! This heartache, knowing the facts from the new boyfriend about the gossip from the men at the office, but the news is not entirely true, because half of the rumors circulating are not facts, but seem to be added by themselves. Now, do not let me be wrong in conveying everything to this man, including answering his questions, to avoid unnecessary drama, even though I have a plan to break up with Ray immediately, but I cannot tell him directly, right? Thought the beautiful and intelligent woman.

"Ray, I am not a person who likes to change partners. For your question, I will answer it: I do not have a plan to break up with you for a few months. I do not have such an idea in my mind. Let me tell you a few things: First, when you approach me to introduce yourself, I have been single for over three months. I did not get involved with any men. Second, when you came to the office as a new employee, I never introduced myself. One day, you were staring at my eyes beside the pantry when I finished making hot chocolate. I immediately avoided your gaze. Did you remember that moment?" Verina deliberately told lies at the beginning, then diverted to other things, especially about their attitudes and behavior while they were in the office.

The woman, who had a lot of sense, deliberately stopped her words for a moment, then saw Ray nod. "Yes, I remember that moment," said the new lover.

"As long as you have known me, especially when you asked me out on a date, have you ever heard these lips slandering my ex-boyfriends? Have I ever done such a despicable thing?" asked the beautiful woman. Her voice tone was still serious.

A smart man was silent for a long time. The new lover is right too. He had done nothing like that. In fact, what often slandered was Verina's line of the ex-lover who was hurt, as if this woman made a hundred percent mistake when their relationship with them ended. As I approached, Verina desperately tried to dodge. When I asked out on a date and it was to succeed, mostly our conversation was more about food, hobbies, destination countries for vacations, and nobody brought up anyone to this day, Ray thought.

Verina, who is good at persuasion, observed the new partner's expression. I hope he believes everything I say. Yeah, those damn men should know. If a relationship has to end, then so be it. Do not spit disgrace, because while together, we often make love and my ex-boyfriend would give me gifts, money, and facilities provided. Without sex, a relationship will be empty and this is reality. To be honest, this is the reason I dislike being in a relationship with men. Besides, they only make false promises, they like to insult their partner's body shape if they change, even they also like to twist the facts! Such a loser! The woman grumbled.

"Dear?" said the girl, gently. She deliberately opened the conversation, because she saw Ray was silent and had not yet made a comment. The subtle voice can distract the handsome macho man, so he looks at the opposite sex.

"I am sorry, Honey," said the green-eyed man. A tone of shame and regret clearly heard there.

I should not have said that to my girlfriend. When a relationship ends, like it or not, you still have to move on. Better yet, if each other keeps their mouths shut from spreading the weaknesses of the former. After all, have experienced intimacy through the good and bad days together. If one party spreads bad news about her ex-boyfriend or his ex-girlfriend, the other party is the troublemaker in the relationship. Ray thought.

"Why did you say apologies?" asked the most intelligent, but good-natured, woman. She tried hard not to laugh, especially when she saw the guilty face of his lover.

"Yeah, I should not have been provoked by their words, because you are not the type of seducer yourself. In fact, you avoided it that way. If you are really a playgirl, you will definitely pursue men aggressively," said Ray earnestly.

"I am not a woman who likes to chase men. You see for yourself, how do I behave in the office? Am I being coquettish to just any man? Never, right? If a guy spreads rumors about me, especially if he was my ex-boyfriend, you can judge for yourself who was causing trouble and who was right." The hazel-eyed woman replied casually. Angry expression is not visible, although in the heart is different again.

"Thank you, sweetheart, forgive me if I get too carried away with their words." The remorse sounded again, as did the man's expression.

"It is okay, Honey. I do not mind. As long as I am not in debt or interfering with my ex's life, if they are happy, why be afraid or embarrassed? We are both humans. We eat bread and pasta, so everything is okay. Gossip? Let it be. While in the office, I tease no one, because I focus on work."

The opposite sex was silent, staring intently at his lover. The atmosphere in the room was so quiet because the conversation suddenly stopped unilaterally. Verina rubbed the man's hand gently.

"Do not think about it, Honey. I am used to being a victim of gossip because that's life: not everyone will like it, but there are still people who care and love you. My focus is clear. I only care about people who love and care for me. I am starving, Honey. May I have the supper now, before my gastritis feels pain?" asked Verina, softly.

"Oh, I almost forgot." The man looked down at the plate in his hand, which was already filled with cold food, then a spoon and a fork. Luckily, as long as they talked, the dish did not spill onto the bed.

"Why? " asked the beautiful woman.

"Looks like I will have to order another new one since it is already cold," replied the green-eyed man.

Verina shook her head. She did not want to wait any longer. "No need, Honey. I want to eat immediately so that when I take a shower, I do not get sick. As long as the food is still edible, let alone it has not gone stale, I will eat it. Do not worry, Dear. I am not a demanding woman." A smile appeared on Verina's face, which made the new partner whom they met in the office relieved.

"Okay, open your mouth, Baby!" Ray ordered, funny, as he spooned the food into the spoon.

The Beautiful girl pretending to purse her lips. A smart and handsome man chuckled, then gave an intimate kiss on the forehead idol of the heart. "You are just more beautiful when you sulk, Sweetheart."

"Huh, you are lying," Verina teased. Suddenly, her boyfriend gives an unpredictable kiss. This time, it is still in the same place, but a little longer. This small action silenced the woman, then her cheeks flushed uncontrollably.

"Come on, you have to eat first, Honey. I do not want to let you get sick. We have made love, then have a serious conversation, so it is better to recharge our energy first. It is too late for dinner, so it would not be good if we delayed it too long."

"What about you? Are not you going to eat too?"

"I will eat after you, Honey. Do not worry about me. Well, do not talk too much. Now open your mouth, Sweetheart."

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