Chapter 2 A Mistery

After passing through the traffic jam that hampered her journey, Bella finally felt relief when her car returned to normal. As her car approached her mother's house complex, Bella's car suddenly passed the kindergarten where she used to go to school. Bella's gaze fell on the children running around frantically, asking for help with scared expressions on their faces.

Moved by her sympathy and concern, Bella immediately asked the driver to stop the car. Swiftly, Bella and her bodyguard got out of the car and crossed the road to approach the school that had been attacked by several unknown people.

As Bella approached the school, the atmosphere was tense. There were visible traces of damage, namely an open school door and several broken windows. The children and teachers looked scared and confused. Bella steadily approached one of the teachers who looked worried. "Teacher, who are they and why did they attack this school?" she asked in a concerned tone.

The teacher sighed and replied in a trembling voice, "Actually, there was an incident that happened a while ago. One of our fellow teachers, Ms. Sarah, had blasphemed her brother Alex Sinclair on social media. It was a big mistake, and Ms. Sarah has already apologized sincerely."

Bella listened carefully, feeling the growing confusion.

The teacher sighed again, trying to explain the situation. "After Ms. Sarah apologized, we hoped that everything could be resolved properly. But unfortunately, Alex didn't accept the apology. He saw this as an opportunity to take revenge and ruin this school, even to the point of destroying things and parts of the building that had been painstakingly built."

Bella was shaken to hear that explanation. She felt a mixture of anger and sadness within her. She couldn't accept how cruel Alex was in taking revenge for a mistake that had been forgiven. With turbulent feelings, Bella gathered her resolve. "I won't let cruelty and revenge destroy what we love. We must face this together and fight injustice."

After listening to the teacher's explanation of the motive behind the school attack, Bella felt the fire of anger burning within her. Her eyes were sharp, her eyebrows were slightly furrowed, and her lips were tightly pursed. Her face exuded a strong intensity, indicating that she was unhappy with the atrocities committed by Alex Sinclair.

Her normally bright and gentle eyes now seemed to burn with deep anger. Her face turned tense, reflecting her firmness and determination to fight against the injustice that was happening.

Bella's gaze became more serious and focused as if she was gathering all her strength to fight an intolerable enemy. The lines on her face expressed deep courage and determination. 'That person is endlessly cruel,' Bella said.

There was a tremor of emotion in Bella's eyes as if to imply her desire to restore justice and restore calm to the school that was vandalized. Despite her anger, her face radiates the gentleness that comes naturally to her. "First my father's company, then now he's vandalizing the place of Education. I vow to bring him to his knees before the educators in this school," she said passionately.

A few hours later...

Bella got out of the car still lost in thought. She walked to the terrace of her mother's house with soft steps and a heart still full of questions. The atmosphere of the terrace was full of warmth and tranquility, characterized by the gentle breeze and the sound of water gurgling from the small pond nearby.

Iravati, the mother, sat in a comfortable bamboo chair, watching Bella with enthusiasm. She is dressed in a robe with a hijab, indicating that she has just returned from recitation. Tenderness and modesty radiate from her every movement and her sincere gaze.

Iravati is a figure of stunning beauty, very similar to Bella. Her soft and graceful face seemed to radiate wisdom and peace. Her bright and loving eyes showed the warmth of her heart that never faded.

However, Iravati was surprised to see Bella who seemed to be daydreaming. She walked up to Bella, smiling as she asked with tenderness, "Honey, what are you thinking about? What made you daydream like this?"

Bella was jolted out of her reverie by her mother's voice. She looked at her mother's face. Bella released a faint smile, trying to express what was in her heart.

"For the first time, I harbor hatred for a person I've never seen. But once I heard his name, I couldn't forget what he did," Bella said in a soft tone. "Alex Sinclair, he came back to disrupt Father's company and even attacked my school. I can't understand why he's so evil."

Iravati nodded in understanding, patting Bella's hand gently. Her soft voice carried, trying to provide support and strength. "My dear, this world is sometimes full of people whose motivations are difficult to understand. They may be caught up in limitless ambitions and desires."

Bella pondered for a moment, digesting her mother's words. Slowly, Bella's expression began to relax, and her doubtful eyes began to radiate strength.

"With wisdom and kindness, we will face and overcome all obstacles. We must not allow evil to destroy the peace of life. Together, we will create justice and goodness," Iravati said with determination in her voice.

"Mom won't understand how I feel."

"Never mind, you better focus on your wedding which is just a few days away," Iravati said.

Iravati pondered silently, her face filled with a mixture of relief and worry. In her heart, she was happy that Bella would soon get married and have someone ready to protect her. However, a prophecy from the fortune teller Gunjani triggered anxiety in her. 'Bella, your daughter will marry her enemy. You will see the signs,'

With an anxious heart, Iravati decided to visit Gunjani's house before attending the recitation. She brought a wedding invitation for Bella, to prove that her predictions had been wrong. Upon arriving at the fortune teller's house, Iravati was welcomed with great honor.

After reading the wedding invitation carefully, Gunjani looked at Iravati seriously. "Thank you for this invitation. However, what you do now, will only bring Bella closer to her destiny."

Iravati was surprised to hear Gunjani's words but tried to remain calm. "What do you mean, Gunjani? I want to prove that Bella will not marry her enemy. I don't want to see her suffer."

Gunjani, with unwavering conviction, explained. "Iravati, sometimes destiny has an elusive path. In Bella's case, there is a strong bond between her and her enemy. The love and battle they face will lead them to an unexpected end."

Iravati's face reflected confusion and anxiety. "But, Gunjani, I don't want Bella to get hurt. Isn't there anything you can do to prevent this?"

Wisely, Gunjani gave her advice. "Iravati, no one can change fate, but you can be a strong support and guide for Bella. Give her your love and wisdom, and allow fate to play its part. There are valuable lessons she will discover on this journey."

Iravati felt overwhelmed by Gunjani's trust, but she tried to accept the words. "If you were not my relative, then I would have thrown you in jail," Iravati threatened.

Iravati was a mother who loved Bella with all her heart. She didn't want her daughter to hate anyone or be filled with a vengeance that corrupted her heart. She desired to protect Bella from all threats and give her happiness. That's why she doesn't let her daughter hate others.