20 Years Adrift
Chapter 7. Mission Commences

Faya pulled Aira's hand and gave her the trolley she had taken. He did not care about Aira's confused look.

"Since you've been married to papa, you've been my family. I'll pay for all your groceries, don't worry." Faya held onto Aira's shoulder and pushed her slowly.

"But ..," said Aira stuck because Faya pointed at her own lips so that Aira would no longer talk.

Aira's sudden move did make him not have time to buy toiletries. That was all he took and put in the trolley. Unlike Faya who takes whatever she wants to buy.

In addition to toiletries and all the necessities to support the appearance, Faya also bought some school tools and other needs. He also bought some snacks to accompany her while studying.

Unbeknownst to Aira, she picks up the items she accidentally bought for her. Faya knew of Aira's very simple nature, she must have felt bad for not having any money.

Faya sees Aira just taking a toothbrush, toothpaste, shampoo and bath soap. After that he just accompanied her around and pushed the trolley.

'I'm very lucky to have a mother like you, Aira. I wonder how your office mates reacted when they found out about your marriage.' Faya smiled to herself as she waited for the cashier to count her groceries.

"Hi, we'll see you again!" I have Steve standing behind him.

Faya and Aira turned to him and smiled.

"My name is Steve." The bule-faced young man extended his hand before Aira.

Aira who was not used to coming into contact with the man who was not her muhrim clenched her hands and replied, "My name is Aira."

Faya also did the same when introducing herself.

Instead of retreating and feeling bad, Steve was even more interested in the two women before him. They could not chat for long because Faya's payment had been completed.

"Steve, we go first, yes," said Faya.

"OK! See you later" Steve replied. He hoped that after this there would be a chance to meet the two.

Aira and Faya go to the parking lot. Although their car suffered damage, but not fatal and can be driven to go home. The distance between the super market and their house is quite close. In less than ten minutes they had reached his house.

Nami who was cleaning the rainwater that pooled on the terrace soon came to be petrified to bring Faya and Aira's groceries. This situation is not used to Aira, she still carries bags and items that she can bring into the house.

"Let Mbak Nami be the same as mbak Neti who cleaned things up, Mam." Faya tried to get used to calling her mom.

"no need. I'll bring my own bag." Aira was adamant about taking him.

The two walked into Affan's mansion and sat in the living room. Faya wants to share the groceries that are being brought by Nami and Neti.

Aira was surprised when Faya gave away some items that she did not take from the storefront.

"This ... It's yours, Faya." Aira just took the toiletries she bought.

Faya smiled then gently embraced Aira's shoulder. Aira's plain face made her anxious. He does not believe that there are still young people in modern times like this who refuse to spend.

"I bought it for you on purpose. You need all of that. Regarding snacks, you can pick them up if you like. I really don't know your favorite snack."

Aira looked at Faya with a difficult feeling to describe. He expressed his gratitude in a hug.

"You are very understanding, Faya. Thanks." Aira felt overwhelmed and shed her tears.

From this moment on Faya promised herself to make Aira feel happiness. At any rate, she would make him fall in love with his father and forever be his mother.

'This is mission. I have to make you my real mother Aira.' Faya monologues in heart.

"Ehem!" Deheman's voice made the two let go of their embrace. Affan had been standing behind them since a moment ago.

"Dad. Since when did you stand there?" asked Faya who immediately stood up and kissed the back of her hand.

Aira looks awkward following what Faya did. Affan was just as awkward and said nothing to her.

Faya glanced at her new mom and dad in turn.

"Until when you're gonna be cold. Would I be like this if I got married?" Faya framed her face with both hands.

"Dad go to the room first. Take a shower." Affan looks for reasons to avoid his daughter's questions.

Faya let it go because her father was used to taking a shower after work.

"Mam, you're ready for dad's clothes, gih. You should also take a shower and rest as well." Faya reminds Aira of her new assignment.

Aira looked at Faya with a gaze that was difficult to translate, between shock, confusion, a little rejection but also resignation.

"I know you're not ready, but when? Don't play with a wedding, Mum. The sins!"

Every time she heard the word sin, Aira's heart softened. Anything can happen at His will, perhaps what is happening to him right now is his charity field. Aira had to learn to live it.

"Ah, yes. I haven't prayed Ashar either." Aira stood up and tidied up her belongings.

Actually Faya also could not bear to see his peers that had to live a life that he had never imagined before. He also stood up and accompanied her on. When the two got in front of Affan's room, Aira looked timid.

"Come in! There's nothing to be afraid of" said Faya, nodding and smiling at Aira.

Aira replied with a nod and walked towards the door. He knocked on the door several times but Affan did not open it. Faya was still waiting for him to give her support.

Not long after that the door of the room opened. Faya does not see her father's face but hears his voice which invites Aira to enter. After that, he did not want to know their affairs and chose to go to his own room.

Affan who just came out of the bathroom had not had time to wear full clothes. She simply wrapped the towel around her waist in a hurry to open the door for Aira.

Seeing that, Aira looked extremely embarrassed and looked the other way. This unusual sight made him feel wrong.

"Sorry, Aira I was in a hurry." Affan immediately left Aira to pick up a shirt and then went back to the bathroom to wear it.

"Yourf!" Aira exhaled her rough breath. His hand held his chest that was pounding. His heart seemed to be out of place.

'Will I see a scene like this every day? Although he has been lawful to me but I am not ready, yes, Allah.' Aira placed her belongings on a table. He sat down languidly on a chair while looking at the pile of his books neatly arranged on it.

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