Chapter 5 Propose marriage

Before Lidya asked Freya to admit that she was Leon's close friend, the man finally managed to get his subordinates to flee. He knew very well that his mother had often asked him about his future wife.

"Thank god we're safe from Mama. She could have talked for hours if you were still there."

They had left Leon's luxurious house; the man rarely came home. He always stops by people who give him what he needs, even though he is seen as very strange and insane; at least Leon never tells the facts about his secret.

Leon went crazy with his way of life, full of ridicule and blasphemy. Equally silent, Freya took the initiative to open the discussion.

"Regarding marriage, are you serious?"

The offer from the CEO of the company wasn't that bad. Besides, there's nothing wrong with getting married; after all, she's not worried about Leon. The man had already confessed his secret; Freya didn't need to worry if he would mess with her later. In marriage, messing with your wife is a natural thing.

"I don't intend to make small talk with you. It's useless for me to lie, especially with you; it wastes time."

If Leon isn't a man who likes his kind, Freya is sure many women will immediately feel uncomfortable. Leon, his superior, has a cold, flat character, wants to push, and is arrogant.

Most women always like a man who is warm, supportive, caring, and not frozen like the North Pole.

Before they knew it, they had arrived at the hospital. Vera was seen pacing back and forth in front of the room, shocked by her husband's sudden fainting.

"Mom," Freya called.

He embraced the princess, his only hope for saving her husband. "You came too. So, sell the motorbike?"

Before Freya went to Leon's parent's house, the woman did say that she would sell her motorcycle for additional hospital fees. But since he had already accepted the offer from his superiors to marry under the terms of the contract, he didn't necessarily have to sell the only vehicle Freya owned.

"I will pay for everything, Aunt."

Vera took another look at the man who was offering help from top to bottom-the same man who once dropped his son off at work.

"You are Freya's boss, my son, right?"

"Ah yes, Aunt. Meet, I'm Leon," at this point; the boss looked much more humane. Maybe just as the basics of being polite to parents.

"I am Vera; earlier, did you want to pay for Freya's father's treatment?"

"Mom! Please.."

Freya was embarrassed because she looked demanding. But the next second, he was relieved that his boss had gone to the administrative desk.

To him, the payment his boss had issued was a debt. Debt must be paid, right? Even with the means of exchange of life, where Freya has to marry and live together with a man who helps her without any basis for liking, let alone love.

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Thankfully the latest news from his father is that he can go home after three days of staying at the hospital. Freya even got permission to skip work; she had to think about many things before finally accepting the contract with Leon.

"Tell your boss to thank you. Mami doesn't know what to repay him with," Vera had to do.

Freya just smiled, sitting beside Papa, who was still drowning in the taxi. They will go home today.

She massaged his father's arm lightly; now, his heart was so touched. Just crying wasn't enough; Freya dints to lose her daddy.

Arriving home, how surprised when his eyes caught the figure of Leon standing in his house.

"Mr. Leon, why didn't you inform me beforehand that you were coming here?" Her father also asked if the man was tall her daughter was talking to was the man who had helped her.

"T-thank you." He stammered.

"You're welcome, Uncle. Let me help you in."

Leon pushed the wheelchair, ushered him into the room, and laid his father's father down. Vera herself just kept quiet because her daughter's boss seemed undeniable. Meanwhile, Freya just froze in place. He went into the kitchen; at least he had to make a drink for his boss.

"No, thanks, Frey."

"No problem, really, just tea."

They are always silent. Indeed, Leon hasn't discussed in more detail their pretend marriage. But one thing is sure; he had confessed to his mother that the woman who came to him, namely Freya, was his fiancé. Even Leon had gone too far in mentioning Freya as a potential wife.

Leon took a sip of tea and a blank look. Cold, making anyone feel shivering.

"Mrs. Vera, I want to talk seriously with you."

Vera chuckled in astonishment. But he joined in, too, sitting between Freya and Leon.

"I'm here to propose to your child. And also ask for your blessing so our marriage will be happy."

Vera and Freya's eyes both went perfectly. This was too sudden; even Freya didn't know her boss would be so reckless. He just finished one problem; another new issue has arrived.

Leon had already paid off Freya's family debts, paying for house rent and utilities such as electricity, water, etc.

"Did I hear right? How can a big boss like you marry my poor daughter like this?"

Vera, her life is much different from Leon's. The man who owns a giant towering building with his name as the rightful heir to the Maxime family proposes to an incomparable poor child.

"I'm not kidding. Besides, it's not fair if I love only looking at material things; life is too complicated to see only from the world's point of view, Aunt Vera."

Freya herself didn't expect her boss to be so brave. His demeanor is very calm as if he already has the power of a pro used to propose to someone.

He doubted whether his mother would accept. Despite Leon's wealth, Vera still fears her daughter will fall on the wrong path.

"Have you guys slept together yet?"

"No!" Leon and Freya replied in unison.

Yes, for Vera, that was the only reason that made the most sense for those suddenly discussing marriage.

"I am serious about what I say, Aunt. I am serious about my feel."

Vera was busy squeezing the dress hem, unsure what to answer. She was sure her husband would react similarly if someone dared to propose to their daughter.

"If you're serious, you shouldn't just come here. Bring your parents, your family. Will they accept the heir to the throne who is rich, falls in love, and marries a woman who has even failed to get married, is poor too."

"Mom, what the heck!"

"Your future, Frey. Mama doesn't know who this man is; he's kind, generous. It's just that Mama is still unsure. It's natural, isn't it?"

It could be a lengthy affair, even though Leon intended to propose, get his blessing, and marry, and his life would be peaceful. Even though Leon was sure his family would accept Freya's shortcomings.

Oh my god!