Diary of Fragile Heart (Spin of Loving You Too Long)

Apartment, Claire’s house, and Adaline’s house have become regular places visited by Flavia. If Gladwin is not at the apartment, then Abigail will take her to Claire’s place. But if both Abigail and Gladwin cannot accompany Flavia, then Claire will pick her up at the apartment and take her to Adaline’s place.

Why is that? This is done so that Flavia is not alone in the apartment.

Flavia is not a coward who can’t stay alone, but they always accompany Flavia because they guard against the possibility of Gladwin’s mother and her allies terrorizing Flavia and making her ill again. And the allies in question are Phoebe and Penelope Madsen.

Flavia and Gladwin have finally received their valid marriage certificate. Without having to wait long and with the help of Antony and Claire, they easily obtained the documents. As for the wedding reception, Flavia still refuses it. And Gladwin chooses to comply with his wife’s wishes.

Until now, Julie Hampton is still trying to contact Gladwin and ask him to talk face to face. Not only once has the woman who gave birth to him come to the hospital and asked Gladwin to cancel his marriage with Flavia, but Gladwin has never listened to her.

Gladwin knows his mother will be determined to break into his apartment or Claire’s residence if she knows Gladwin isn’t there. Julie will intentionally bombard Flavia with her desire to separate Flavia and Gladwin. All this is done by his mother not because she hates Flavia. Julie Hampton clearly loves Flavia, but according to her calculations, Flavia will not be able to make Gladwin happy because Flavia will not be able to give Gladwin offspring. And offspring are important to Julie Hampton because it means there will be someone to continue their family name.

“The love you currently have may blind you because of its intensity. But over time, when you feel your home is empty due to the absence of a child, your love will slowly erode. And in the end, you won’t just hurt yourself, but you will hurt me, Flavia, and also her family,” that’s what Julie Hampton has believed up to this point.

As for the presence of a child, Gladwin has his own version. He feels confident that, although it may take time, Flavia will be able to conceive and give birth to a son or daughter for him. And Gladwin still has patience for that. Unlike his mother, who is impatient.

And even if in the end Flavia cannot give him a child, for Gladwin, that won’t be a big problem. Adopting a child could be one solution for them.

Because of his concern that his mother might harm Flavia mentally, Gladwin-after discussing with Antony-agreed that Flavia should not be left alone and should continue to be under surveillance.

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It’s been a month since Flavia came home from the hospital. All medication Flavia was taking has stopped because it wasn’t needed anymore, and even Eijaz has declared that Flavia is completely healthy, although she still needs to have regular check-ups occasionally.

Gladwin was on his way home to the apartment after work when, to his surprise, his mother was standing in front of his unit, clearly annoyed from waiting for him.

“I hope you’re not going to just kick me out like that, Gladwin. I’ve been waiting for you long enough,” said the sixty-eight-year-old woman.

Gladwin didn’t say anything. He just entered the password to his apartment and let his mother in first. He promised to change the password after his mother left because he knew she had been spying on him earlier.

Flavia greeted Julie warmly and even offered her a drink, but Julie coldly refused. Flavia didn’t feel disappointed by her mother-in-law’s behavior because Gladwin and Claire had already informed Flavia beforehand that Julie Hampton would react like this towards her. According to Claire, Flavia just needed to be patient because Julie Hampton’s feelings would soften over time.

Flavia sat right next to Gladwin and faced his mother directly. “What’s going on that made you bother to come here? I could have visited your residence if there was something,” Gladwin initiated the conversation.

“Why? Can’t I visit my own child’s residence? Would you really come if I asked you to come to my house?” Julie Hampton asked skeptically, her gaze sharp as she directed it at Gladwin.

“As long as you ask-and don’t invite unexpected guests-I will come,” Gladwin replied bluntly.

Julie’s gaze then shifted to Flavia. “So, are you pregnant?” she asked without beating around the bush.

“Mom, our marriage has only been going on for one month. What do you expect? Flavia can’t get pregnant instantly,” Gladwin defended his wife.

“What’s impossible about that? There are plenty of people out there who get married for one month and get pregnant right away. There are even many women who get pregnant after the first try,” Julie taunted again. Gladwin just sighed deeply out of annoyance at his mother’s attitude.

“If you came here just to discuss that, you might as well ask over the phone. At least that wouldn’t waste your time and energy on the journey here.”

“Why? Don’t you like my questions?” Julie Hampton asked with a sharp gaze. Gladwin rubbed his tired face.

“I haven’t even touched Flavia yet, Mom. Are you satisfied now?” Gladwin grumbled in frustration. Julie’s eyes widened instantly. “I’m waiting for the right time to do it with my wife. I married her the wrong way, so at least I can do something else the right way. I want to wait until Flavia’s memory returns, and only then will we discuss the matter of the child you’re fussing about.”

“Waiting for her memory to return?” Julie asked back with a raised voice. “Until when? What if her memory never comes back? Will you keep holding out, keeping her a virgin? Being a husband with no experience? Is that it?”

“Mom…”

“I don’t want to hear it. One year, Gladwin! I’ll give you one year. If Flavia still isn’t pregnant within a year, then your choices are divorce or marrying Phoebe again.” Julie finished her sentence before rising to her feet and leaving Gladwin and Flavia, who had been silent with tension in their bodies.

The door was opened and closed loudly, startling Flavia out of her reverie. She looked at Gladwin, who was also looking at her with a sad smile.

“Uncle…”

“Just ignore her words. I’ll never divorce you, no matter what. Especially not to marry Phoebe. Even if we part ways, it’s because God takes one of our lives.” He said, embracing and kissing Flavia’s forehead. “But, dear. There’s one thing Mom said that I agree with.”

“What is it?”

“I think, I don’t want to wait anymore. I’m afraid Mom might be right. What if your memory never returns? Do I have to stay inexperienced forever?” His eyes gazed at Flavia with a tempting glance, causing Flavia to blush instantly. “I think we really should go on a honeymoon.” He said. “Do you want to?”

“B-but?”

Gladwin showed his sad expression. “Alright, I won’t force it,” he suddenly surrendered. Flavia looked at her husband, knowing he was currently sulking.

Just like Gladwin, Flavia was initially optimistic that her memory would return someday. But after hearing her mother-in-law’s words a while ago, Flavia couldn’t help but feel shaken. Life is full of uncertainties. And both Julie and Gladwin were right. What if her memory never returns? But the new demand she received wasn’t easy for her to accept.

One year? It did seem long if measured in days, hours, minutes, and seconds. But a year would pass by so quickly without them realizing it. Proof is that one month has already passed without them feeling it. They never counted, but then the month changed just like that.

And if she couldn’t give Gladwin offspring within a year, then reluctantly Flavia had to accept the options offered by her mother-in-law. Divorce or let Gladwin marry again weren’t choices Flavia wanted. Both options were painful for Flavia. Like a double-edged sword, there was no gain.Content protected by Nôv/el(D)rama.Org.

Divorce meant she would spend the rest of her time alone. Although it’s not impossible that someday there would be another match for her. But just imagining another man without a face already made Flavia shudder.

While letting Gladwin marry again? That wasn’t a choice she wanted to take either. She would have to share her husband. Body, heart, and attention. What if Gladwin ended up loving someone else more? She wouldn’t be able to bear it.

The love she had for Gladwin right now didn’t allow her to share her attention with another woman. And the fear that Gladwin’s heart might shift to his new wife felt painful.

Flavia looked at Gladwin, and her husband remained silent. Flavia chose to get up and go to her room. Then shortly after, she returned and stood before Gladwin. Gladwin’s eyes widened at the sight before him.

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Is this Flavia, his wife? She appears more like a goddess in Gladwin’s eyes. Her long, thick black hair cascades down to her waist. Her slender, petite figure stands tall. Her fair skin is exposed freely.

His wife. Flavia, who is usually shy, is now wearing sexy red lingerie with spaghetti straps supporting her shoulders. Her hip bones, her enticing curves, tantalize Gladwin’s eyes. Her calves and thighs look tempting to touch. Flavia moves closer, suddenly sitting astride his lap. Her small hands embrace Gladwin’s shoulders, moving up to stroke his neck and then cupping his face. Her face, now flushed red, draws near.

Gladwin knows it takes great courage for his wife to do something as sensual as this. He knows his wife is trying to calm him down because he deliberately acted sulky. But Gladwin can’t believe that his usually shy wife would be so bold.

“I don’t need to go on a honeymoon, Uncle. Just the two of us without any interruptions,” she whispers in Gladwin’s ear. And yes, Gladwin won’t waste this opportunity. Immediately, he kisses Flavia and carries her body to their room, locking them inside.

It starts with gentle kisses. They explore each other passionately. Their hands touch each other, while their tongues entwine. Flavia’s uncontrollable moans increase Gladwin’s desire. However, amidst it all, Gladwin must restrain himself because this is Flavia’s first time, as well as his own. And Gladwin knows, the first time for a woman is much more painful than it is for a man. So patiently, he holds back, even though he’s reached the point of agony in restraining himself from releasing all his desires.