We left Doctor Luca's clinic after results confirmed that I am 3 weeks pregnant. We were satisfied with the outcome of the urine test and ultra sound scanning. The doctor started me on folic acid and vitamin C (Redoxon). As we feft the clinic Hans said, "I am over excited that both you and the baby are in good health. I feel as though I'm the luckiest guy to have you, my two sons in my life and now we are having a baby. Alhamdulillah all worked out well." He hugged me and kissed me on my forehead. I looked up at him and I saw the twinkle in his eyes as he held back his tears.
"Hans, as God is my witness, I am grateful that I have you in my life. I pray that I will be a good wife and cool mom to all of our children. You are my strength....". I shared my feelings with him. We kissed and I sunk into the warmth of his body.
"Love you so much babe. Come, let's go back to the hotel. I am expecting an acquaintance to arrive today." Hans gave me a kiss.
"An acquaintance? Why so formal.......emmm do I know him? Is it Johan?" I'm puzzled by the news.
"Nope, you'll know when you meet him later. By the way, I am sorry but I have to bring this up.... you managed to give it a thought about the job offer? This acquaintance who is coming today is a talented architect and we want to hire him immediately. But we can't do that without proper documentation. That was the reason I wanted you to take up Puan Mazni's position." Hans explained in length.
"Me? Hire this guy? Hans,....kerja gila la ni....I am not even employed and you want me to hire this guy? If you hire me now to do the work, siapa pulak nak draw up my contract?" aku bertanya.
"You will and I will sign it on the spot..." Hans said confidently.
"Is it legal? Check dulu dengan your legal department. I tak pasti what is the correct procedure. I left Malaysian Labor Law almost 10 years.", aku cuba menakut-nakutkan Hans.
"Ok. I will check with them but you know the position is yours the moment you agreed to it..... " Hans smiled and kissed my hand. He never gives up. Can't hate him for trying....
"Macam ni lah,....I make a deal with you. I will temporary take the HR position until you manage to find a suitable replacement. I will only work from home because I can't hold 2 positions at one time. Consider me like a consultant, an external consultant. Short term contract basis. Otherwise I will be fired from my current employment. Is it a deal?" I laid out the conditions.
"For now, I will take the deal on the table. But you know me Tika, I will never give up until you are permanent with us. That, I promise you." Hans was very firm about it.
"Let's meet this so call acquaintance of yours. You really want him bad, huh?" I asked.
"Yes, very bad. He has a very good reputation in KL market. He built his career in Australia after graduating from Curtin University. A few architect firms are checking him out. But I managed to convinced him to fly here just for an interview. All expenses paid. The interview obviously will be conducted by you...." Hans said.
"Hans, you ni melampaulah. Making decision without checking with me. You just drop the bomb on me. On our honeymoon pun I kena kerja ke.....remember I am pregnant and cannot handle much stress...." aku sindir dia and seolah buat-buat merajuk.
"I am sorry. I am guilty. I need this guy in the company and it was an instruction from dad to do whatever it takes to impress this guy. And I see that flying him here is a great opportunity to get to know him personally." To me he sounded very confident.
"Hmmm...I sure like to meet this guy...." I said.
"Oh yes, and you will....he's good looking and cool guy.....", and he kissed me. He was indeed thrill awaiting his guest arrival.
"Really?....Good looking, huh?", I replied and feeling annoyed. What am I supposed to feel? A third person joining our honeymoon? But I did not want that to damper our vacation.
"Hans can we go again to Music on the Rocks tonight? I feel like dancing. I had fun the other night." I gave him the sad puppy look.
"Sure, we can do anything you want. Tadi kata stress...remember you are pregnant and stop wearing heals okay?" Hans reminded me.
"I will be okay. I need my heels when I dance.", and flirtatiously I giggle at him. He grabbed my arms. "I am serious.....". I stuck out my tongue and stepped into the car. "Come on, Hans....! we're gonna be late. Your guest will be arriving soon....."
Part 2.
After driving along the coastal road we headed back to the hotel. Leonardo met us at the hotel reception and informed Hans that his guest has arrived and checked in 15 minutes earlier. Hans requested to use the hotel phone and he made a call to this 'special guest'. I stood next to him and heard that we will meet him for dinner tonight at Champagne and Oyster Bar.
That afternoon we went out again to do a bit of shopping and later resume to our love nest for a room service. We sat on the bed and enjoyed hot chocolate. Hans insisted that starting this day onward I am not to drink coffee and tea because they contain caffeine. "Not good for the baby...", he said. That's not going to stop me from drinking my Caramel Latte.
We laughed and kissed. Munching on unsalted cashew and macadamia nuts. Now it's the salt's fault, "Too salty, high blood pressure." Hans has the answer to various old folks tales. I will treasure this moment. What I fear the most that he will change after the honeymoon is over. The feeling of insecurity is creeping up in me.
It was sunset and the view was exquisite. I stood by the balcony door and watch as the sun goes down. I recalled the time we were at the beach. I turned and look at Hans. He was on the phone talking to his 'special guest' whom he flew all the way from Malaysia. Okay, I will help him to get what he wants. I will use my beauty charm and my 'cosmopolitan' attitude to impress the mysterious guy.
We were all dressed up for dinner. My Hans was so gorgeous looking. He was in his shirt and sports jacket whereas myself in a sleeveless blouse and black pants. "I can see your baby bump...", Hans said and smiled.
"Really? Is it obvious? Then I should change...", I said and started to rub my tummy.
"Tak lah, I was just kidding. You always look fantastic. From the day I met you, you have never failed to impress me with your style of dressing. I have to take my hats off to you when it comes to fashion. You could make a torn jeans and a plain white blouse looked so stylish.", I was flattered by his compliments.
"Wah, pandainya you puji I. Macam ni I kena belanja you la ya?" I teased him.
"Hmmmm,....well, if you insist, how 'bout after we're back in our hotel room. You can give me a massage especially here....?" Hans was being naughty while his eyes pointing directly downwards.
"Hans!....bad boy!...." I shriek as he pull me closer to him. His hands rested on my neck and he rubbed his thumb along my jaw and the way his tongue seemed to disappear inside my mouth as if he needed a part of me to breathe himself.
I pulled away a little so I can catch my breath. "I can't breath. You're wild this evening, Hans." I kissed him on his lips and walked away from him.
"Hey, where you're going? You malu dengan I? Husband you sendiri.....", Hans said as though he dared me to continue and not walked away.
"Huh? Malu? Mana ada malu. I wanna save the best part for tonight." and winked at him. His hands was fast. I felt a slap on my ass.
"Ouch! Sakitla Hans......". He laughed and came closer. He put his hands on my buttock and caress it gently. "I'm sorry, did I hit it too hard?", and he was still laughing.
"It's not funny Hans....." I said in a disappointed tone. "Okay, I minta maaf....malam ni you can hit me as much as you want....", he laughed again and I pinched his abs.
"Okay,....okay,.... we're even now....", his eyes cringed. And we ended up cuddling in each other's arm. I don't want to let him go.
From a distance we can hear the waves roar and splash hitting the edge of the cliff. I closed my eyes and in my mind I was listening to Grover Washington Jr. on saxophone serenading me with The Sacred Kind of Love.
Credit to PhyllisHymanLegacy and You Tube
Still in his arms and we just let the time past by as we sway. I wish the whole wide world could know what a gift you are. Thank you for honest love, Hans.
"So, are we ready for dinner? Our guest will meet us at the restaurant.", Hans said as he run his fingers through my hair.
"Yes, I am ready on an unofficial duty..." aku perli dia. Hans kissed me again ever so gently on my mouth.
"Thank you babe...thank you for doing this." Hans gave me another hug, and hand in hand we walked out of our room heading to the Champagne and Oyster Bar.
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