Bittersweet Arrangements : A Sugar Dady Affair

“This is not a joke, Erick!” warned Jeremy, looking at the teenager in the white and gray uniform across from his desk.

“I know, Daddy,” responded Erick, trying to convince the man in front of him who clearly doubted what he had said.

“Are you sure you can accept El as your future mother?” said Jeremy while massaging his head.

Jeremy’s head felt like it was going to explode because he thought about the unnatural relationship between Elena and the father of the teenager whom he considered his own son in front of him.Upstodatee from Novel(D)ra/m/a.O(r)g

Erick’s chest seemed to swell. Take a deep breath. Hold it in your chest for a moment then throw it away roughly. It’s a sign that the teenager is trying to open up his chest, which must feel very tight to admit his own father’s love story. A story that will definitely amaze everyone if they hear it or even better be called a joke.

“You know what El’s character is like? She’s very spoiled. She doesn’t deserve to be a mother. Moreover, since you were little, you grew up and grew up together. You are more worthy of being Erick’s brothers,” explained Jeremy so that Erick would hesitate and give up his intention to give his blessing to her. his papa.

“Are you sure about your decision, Erick?” added Jeremy as he got up from his seat. Jeremy approached Erick then grabbed both of the teenager’s shoulders while fixing his eyes on the eyes which clearly implied this doubt.

“Yes Daddy. I of course know El’s character,” Erick honestly returned Jeremy’s gaze. “But for me, Papa’s happiness is everything. So whatever Papa’s choice I will support him,” stressed Erick to convince Jeremy that his decision was final and could no longer be changed. Erick had been thinking about that for a long time. Even though it’s hard, it’s for his father’s happiness.

For a few minutes time passed in silence. Jeremy was stunned. He couldn’t believe that the 16 year old teenager in front of him could make such a big decision. Even as a mature adult, it seems like Jeremy still hesitates to make a decision. Jeremy is worried that the decision he makes will have a bad impact on Elena’s future. But even his conscience couldn’t deny that Devan’s feelings for Elena were serious. Not just for playing around. For months, Jeremy had been adrift in a dilemma.

Now Erick has come, not to help lighten the burden and get the best solution, but instead to push him even deeper. So far, Erick has been Jeremy’s only reason to repel Devan’s wishes. However, it wasn’t Devan who lost but himself.

“Darling, why don’t you just daydream? You’ll have a lot of gray hair later!” Vanessa teased as she waved her hand in front of Jeremy who was daydreaming.

Instantly Jeremy gasped. He took a deep breath and then held the hand of the woman who had accompanied him for almost 20 years. He kissed the palm and back of the woman’s hand with a look full of love. Immediately, Vanessa sat on Jeremy’s lap while smiling.

“Don’t tell me you’re thinking about Devan and El again?” Vanessa’s aim was right on target. “Never mind, dear. There’s no need to think too much. Let them understand each other’s feelings. Just one day, Devan and Elena will realize that their relationship is a breech romance that should never have happened,” explained Vanessa, who was actually also worried about their relationship.

“It can’t be Honey. They love each other. But I still don’t want them to be together,” Jeremy honestly felt confused. The battle between his ego and his heart which has not yet reached a consensus makes Jeremy feel frustrated and tired.

Jeremy deliberately didn’t tell Vanessa about the conversation between himself and Erick two days ago. Jeremy didn’t want to show his disappointment in front of Vanessa. As a man, of course Jeremy will keep his promise to Devan. Gives his blessing to their relationship if Erick gives his blessing. Like it or not, Jeremy had to fulfill that promise.

“So what do you want now? If they love each other, then let them be together. We have also experienced what they are feeling now. Our struggle for love to get my parents’ approval was also not easy,” replied Vanessa while stroking Jeremy’s thin hairy jaw. “Do we have to do the same thing to them, dear? Not giving our blessing just because we don’t want to because of the age difference?” Vanessa’s words managed to slap Jeremy’s ego hard.

“As parents, let’s not be selfish. Isn’t the happiness of our three children our goal in life?” Vanessa smiled then gave Jeremy a short kiss on the lips.

“Actually, it’s just Devan’s age and status that makes you doubt it, right?” Again Vanessa questioned it. Vanessa has warned Jeremy countless times. But the man was still stubborn. In fact, since Devan came home from the hospital, Jeremy never appeared in front of his best friend.

Then Jeremy hugged Vanessa’s body tightly. Didn’t intend to say anything again. Because everything Vanessa has said is the unavoidable truth.

***

Elena has been busy with a busy college schedule since the last month. Even so, after college, Elena always makes time to stop by her beloved uncle’s house. Since his illness, the man has acted like a child. Always spoiled when Elena was by his side. There was Devan’s request that required Elena to stay with the man for a long time. But even so, Elena didn’t mind in the slightest. Their meeting went smoothly because Elena’s two people have now given permission. Elena can meet Devan as much as she wants as long as it doesn’t disturb her concentration on her studies.

At the same time Elena got out of Erick’s car coming home from school. As usual, Erick will act indifferent when he meets the girl. But it wouldn’t be Elena if she brought Erick’s feelings to her. Elena actually wanted to tease Erick even more intensely.

“Hi Erick,” said Elena, only to receive a mumble from the teenager in the white and gray uniform.

Erick took off his helmet and placed it on the tank of his motorbike. Then he just walked away, leaving Elena still frozen in place with a bland smile.

“The fate of the future stepmother is like this!” Elena grumbled then followed Erick’s steps, who had arrived at the door. “Just watch out when I officially become your stepmother, Erick,” continued Elena with a cynical smile. Imitate the evil expressions of the characters in soap operas that his mother usually watches. “But I’ve loved him for a long time. Ah, never mind. What’s important is that now I can meet my favorite man,” added Elena in a monologue.

Just like in her own house, Elena just entered the family room. That’s where Devan usually spends time during his recovery period. Devan himself has started to no longer depend on a wheelchair. With the help of a cane Devan began to learn to walk. While undergoing therapy, Elena will accompany you as much as possible.

Just like Erick shook Devan’s hand, Elena also did the same thing every time she came or when she said goodbye to going home. It’s a natural thing indeed. But not for other people.

“I’ll go to my room first!” Erick said goodbye without bothering to greet Elena.

“How’s college going?” Devan asked while patting the empty side next to him.

“Well, that’s how it is, Uncle. It’s definitely exciting. Where’s the cute guy!” Elena replied, deliberately teasing Devan.

Sure enough, Devan’s facial expression suddenly turned dark. But that didn’t scare Elena. The girl actually wanted to continue teasing the boy who turned out to be just as jealous as her Daddy.

“Don’t mess around El!” Devan said he didn’t like it. If he wasn’t sick, he would definitely be watching wherever Elena went.

“Just kidding, Uncle,” chuckled Elena then pinched Devan’s cheek because he was so excited.

Erick, who had just come down from his room, suddenly turned around. Go back into his room. Witnessing the intimacy between her father and Elena was of course a sight she didn’t want to see.

“They are these bastards. They don’t know where they are!” Erick grumbled then locked himself in his room.