Chapter 48: Going To Arata’s Aid
(Karsten)
My family threw all kinds of difficult questions towards Arata but she handled it with grace and ease, carrying herself with finesse. Roshra did ease out Ma’s behaviour, and as much as I loved my sister, she was too loud, while Raysir was least interested.
God, she looked stunning even without her real hair set, and I had difficulty keeping my eyes off her.
Ma was being vindictive and ticked me off again and again, but I tried to avoid confrontation, knowing she would be more pissed if I interfered too much.
She had been through a lot in life and hence, she wanted to be in control and choose a life partner for me by herself. She didn’t understand that marriage was not for me.
The food was served and we began to eat. Suddenly, I felt Arata stiffening beside me. My eyes wavered towards her, and I found horror flashing on her face as she quickly grabbed a napkin, wiped her face, and excused herself.
Grandma and Ma were deep in conversation about the new property they were acquiring and my siblings were fighting as usual while they ate. Although Roshra and Grandma nodded at Arata, no one saw her walk away, but I did.
"....."
This was bad. She needed immediate help. I should have asked Roshra or a female staff member, but I knew they would later talk about it with others, and that’s exactly what I didn’t want.
Roshra was too close to Ma, and although she was nice, she shared everything with her, and that’s not something Arata would be comfortable with others speaking about the mishap that had just occurred.
Quietly I excused myself too and followed Arata. I knew she had gone to the ladies’ restroom. We had the place to ourselves, so I knew there wouldn’t be anyone inside except Arata, and she must be freaking out.