Unpredictable Betrayal : A Sweet Revenge

Chapter 5

Before, when Rayyen suddenly gave her some surveillance cameras, Aurora was confused. She immediately asked and continued to discuss with Rayyen, seeking her younger cousin's opinion on the right way to trap Alex into her scheme.

Truly, Aurora was not skilled at matters like this. She was nervous and worried that her plan might fail, yielding no results at all.

"For things like this, you should discuss it with Asher. He's quite adept at setting traps for enemies or solving problems without exerting too much effort."

Aurora actually thought the same. In family matters or anything related to work issues, Asher always stepped forward to resolve them. He always successfully handled problems until they were resolved satisfactorily.

"The problem is, from the beginning, I ignored Asher's warnings, Ray. Just so you know, he was the only one who didn't approve of me marrying Alex."

Rayyen burst into laughter. He completely understood Aurora's current position. If he were Asher, he would do the same. Warned but not listened to. When it actually happened, regret would follow, which was practically useless.

"I could call this karma, but you're older than Asher. Well, just accept your fate."

"If I talk about or share this problem, Asher would probably immediately kill Alex for blatantly betraying me."

"Why not just let it be?" Rayyen asked then. "After all, traitors need to be taught a lesson, right?"

"True," Aurora nodded in agreement. "But not by beating them to a pulp. I want to handle it in a much more elegant way to teach those who have betrayed me."

Rayyen tried to understand. After all, everyone has their own way of solving their problems.

"So, what do you want to do?"

Aurora remained silent again. Not because she couldn't answer, just thinking for a moment. Convincing herself of the right way to trap Alex and Nicole so that their affair could be exposed without any room for denial.

"What do you think if I catch them both on a date at a hotel this weekend?"

"Meaning, you want to tail Alex and Nicole when they go to the hotel?"

Aurora nodded. She believed it was the only way to catch her husband red-handed if he had been cheating with another woman behind her back.

"I'll try to find out which hotel they plan to use to meet. Then, I'll tail them. And once at the location, I'll just bust them both."

Rayyen laughed hearing Aurora's explanation. As someone unfamiliar with such matters, she simply understood the plan laid out by her cousin.

"Here's the thing. I'll teach you a more sensible way that, in my opinion, is more effective for you to execute."

"What do you have in mind, Ray?"

Rayyen then changed her sitting position, moved closer to Aurora, and began to explain in as much detail as possible. Hoping that what she said would open up her cousin's mind.

"Just now, I gave you three mini cameras to monitor Alex's movements. You can install these cameras in places where he's likely to interact with Nicole. For example, in the office, at work, or even in your own bedroom."

"Wait, Ray!" Aurora interrupted. There was one thing that immediately made her ask a question. "Put surveillance cameras in the bedroom? You mean the room that Alex and I have been using all this time?"

Rayyen nodded. "Earlier, you told me that Nicole invited Alex this weekend to meet at a hotel for a date and to celebrate Nicole's birthday, right?"

"Yes, I heard it myself."

"Okay," Rayyen replied again. "In my opinion, instead of you going through the trouble of tailing them both and getting tired, and besides, catching people in a hotel requires a lengthy procedure, why don't you lure Alex by giving the impression that it's safer for him to have an affair at your home than meeting Nicole outside?"

For the umpteenth time, Aurora fell silent. Trying to think quickly, then not long after, she nodded in understanding. She was naturally intelligent; she understood what Rayyen had just explained to her. Why didn't she think of that before?

"Oh my, I get it. I'll create a scenario as if I won't be at home for a few days starting tomorrow. Also, I'll have the assistants at home engage in activities outside. So, Alex will think that the house is safe and controlled for him to bring Nicole on a date. Is that what you mean?"

Rayyen snapped her fingers in the air. Happy that Aurora could grasp what she meant. This way, the discussion flowed smoothly.

"If Alex engages in an affair at home, you can catch him more easily. The problem later would be whether you can handle seeing it or not."

Aurora took several deep breaths. Asking herself as well whether her heart was ready to see Alex betraying her right in front of her eyes again.

"Ready or not, Ray."

"So, if he's caught, what do you want to do?"

"As I said before, I'll give him a lesson and a chance. I know you might think I'm foolish and naive. But, once again, I won't let a marriage that I've worked so hard to build crumble like that."

"The decision is in your hands."

"But, Ray. If this plan doesn't work, what should I do? I mean, if it turns out that when I'm gone, Alex still doesn't bring Nicole home, what should I do?"

"Calm down. Pray that this plan works. If it fails, we'll implement the backup plan. The important thing now is to have confidence."

***

That's why Aurora pretended to have an out-of-town assignment when she was actually staying in one of her apartments. In order to give Alex more freedom and make him believe the situation was even safer, Aurora also intentionally gave a break to her two household assistants, claiming that they were borrowed briefly by her mother who needed assistance.

Although Aurora's house was already equipped with CCTV, as Rayyen pointed out, Alex might temporarily disable the surveillance cameras. Or if their illicit activities were recorded, Alex would certainly not be foolish enough to leave it as is.

For this reason, Rayyen provided Aurora with mini surveillance cameras. These could be placed in various hidden spots to record clearly what Alex was doing in Aurora's absence.

From the surveillance cameras that she had hidden in specific locations, Aurora could see all the activities that Alex was engaging in at their home.

For the evening, Aurora believed that Alex's situation was still under control. It was clearly different the next day.

While enjoying tea she intentionally made, Aurora observed how Alex was sitting in the living room. Shortly after, she saw her husband receiving a visitor, none other than Nicole.

At that moment, Aurora's heart raced twice as fast. It pained her and felt sore to see Nicole suddenly hugging Alex and impatiently planting a kiss on her husband's lips.

Taking a deep breath, while continuing to watch what was unfolding on her phone screen, Aurora contacted Rayyen. She thought she couldn't handle this alone. Aurora believed she needed a companion.

That's why she made an appointment to meet Rayyen fifteen minutes later at her residence. After that, Aurora quickly chose to go home.

From the front of her residence, Aurora waited for a while in the car until Rayyen finally arrived. With a torn heart, Aurora showed her cousin what was now visible on her phone screen.

"They are both in the bedroom, Ray. I don't think I can bear to see what Alex and Nicole are doing now."

Rayyen quickly took the phone that Aurora had been holding. In the footage from the well-placed surveillance camera, Rayyen could see how Nicole and Alex were in the bedroom, even on the bed, in a state of undress.

"Oh God. Come on, Aurora, let's get in quickly. While they haven't ascended to heaven yet, just drag them both to hell. Do you have the spare key?"

Aurora nodded. Getting out of the car, she and Rayyen headed towards the house courtyard. In front of the door, she pressed the pin on the smart lock until it swung open.

Walking with determination, Aurora headed to the second floor. In front of the bedroom, with Rayyen beside her, they faintly listened to the conversation believed to be between her husband and her cousin, Nicole.

"Alex... have you been satisfied every time we make love?"

"Very satisfied, even. You've made me addicted, Darling."

"Smooth talk."

"Seriously. That's why I don't want to let you go."

"What about Aurora? Can't she satisfy you?"

"Not that she can't satisfy. But... Aurora isn't as sexy, and she seems passive when in bed, not as bold as you. There aren't many styles she can do. So, it's monotonous and boring. That's why I prefer spending time in bed with you. It's more satisfying and challenging."

Behind the bedroom door, Aurora's heart felt torn. She felt embarrassed and humiliated by the intimate secrets her husband was casually revealing to another woman.

Realizing that her cousin was ignited with emotions, Rayyen cautioned her, trying to remind Aurora not to be provoked.

"Don't listen to them," Rayyen whispered carefully.

Aurora nodded. Without thinking much more, she decided to enter the room.

Through her eyes, Aurora could see her husband wearing clothes and in a position to straddle Nicole's body. It was painful. However, Aurora tried to restrain herself from crying. It wouldn't be nice if she appeared weak to the losers in front of her.

"How does it feel to bring another woman to sleep in our bed, Alex?"

Alex was startled. Reflexively turning, he found Aurora staring at him with a face that was difficult to read.

"Aurora... Darling."

Hastily, Alex got off Nicole's body. Grabbing his clothes that were scattered on the floor and immediately putting them on.

While Aurora chose to walk towards the wardrobe. Taking one of her own clothes, she then walked towards the bed and deliberately threw the newly taken clothes towards Nicole.

"Hurry up and put it on! Or do you want me to drag both of you out without any clothes?"

"Aurora, listen to me first," Alex tried to calm Aurora down, inviting his wife to talk slowly. Perhaps, he wanted to provide an explanation even though he knew there was nothing more he could dodge or avoid.

"Oh, sure. You indeed need to explain everything to me, Alex."

"I apologize, Aurora," Alex expressed while sitting with his head bowed. His face revealed deep remorse, whether regretting a moment of indiscretion or regretting getting caught in his affair with Nicole. "I didn't mean to hurt you."

"Oh, really? Then, what do you call this, Alex?"

"Aurora, this is just—"

"A misunderstanding? That led to the bedroom? What I know, Alex, is that you two have been sleeping together countless times before. What? Am I not sexy enough? Not bold enough? Not skilled enough in bed? Outrageous!"

"Aurora..." Alex uttered softly. There were no more words to defend himself. "I realize I've made a grave mistake. But please, give me a chance once again to fix all of this. My fault is significant. I genuinely apologize. I don't want to lose you."

Aurora sighed. Maintaining a calm expression, she responded to Alex once again.

"Apology? Do you think this disgusting act can be forgiven? If you had any self-awareness, you and Nicole should be stoned to death!"

"Aurora..." Alex pleaded. "For God's sake, I beg you."

Aurora stared intensely and locked eyes with Alex. After a few seconds, she nodded while maintaining a calm expression.

"Okay, I'll forgive you." Aurora continued to try to appear elegant and not show any of the sadness or vulnerability she truly felt. "Don't worry, Alex. I've always been a forgiving person, right? But to forget what happened today? Don't expect me to do that!"

"Aurora..." Alex was cornered. He was sure that Aurora was genuinely angry with him. "I realize I lost control. But please, just this once, forgive me and give me a chance."

Aurora laughed. However, she gave an unexpected answer.

"Okay, I'll give you one chance."

Alex immediately nodded repeatedly. There was no way he would ignore this valuable opportunity.

"Thank you. Don't worry, I won't make this stupid mistake again."

Aurora smirked. She didn't pay much attention to Alex's words, whether they were sincere or fabricated. For her, her husband was already flawed. Her trust was now only a few percentage points left.

Turning away from Alex, Aurora now stared sharply at Nicole. Patiently waiting to hear what her cousin would say after being intentionally caught as a thorn in her marriage.

"Aurora, I apologize."

Nicole appeared to be sitting on the living room floor. She tried to apologize to Aurora, who was now sitting in front of her.

"I'm sure you know that Alex is my husband, right?"

Aurora looked angry. She didn't deny that there was a desire to hit the person who had ruined her family. However, her intellect and patience prevailed over her impulses, and Aurora refrained from dirtying her hands with foolish actions.

"For God's sake, I didn't mean to seduce Alex," Nicole tried to convince. "Besides, what we did was consensual."

Alex immediately turned to look at Nicole. Realizing that the woman beside him was making his position even more precarious.

"Is this your way of thanking me for the job I gave you?" Aurora asked again.

"I apologize," Nicole whispered again. "I admit my mistake. I was carried away by doing all of this."

"This is not a mistake. It's an addiction. Moreover, cheating is done consciously," Rayyen interjected in annoyance, making her voice heard for the first time.

"Starting tomorrow, you don't need to work in Alex's office anymore," Aurora ordered. Nicole looked up in surprise. "Feel free to find another job."

"But, Aurora. If I quit, how will I feed my mother and siblings?"

"Just give them rice to eat, Nicole," Rayyen interrupted. Irritated from the beginning, her heart was now protesting, wanting to retaliate against Nicole's shameless words. "It's not like you're feeding them stones. It's your own fault for going too far."

Aurora glanced at Rayyen, shaking her head, asking her cousin to stop talking.

"Whatever you want to feed your mother and siblings is not my concern. Besides, I've been kind all this time, but you've squandered that kindness."

"I beg you, don't let me go, Aurora," she pleaded. But, because Aurora was already disgusted, she completely ignored Nicole's either sincere or forced pleas.

"No. My decision is final. Now, please leave, and I hope never to see you in front of me or Alex again. If you dare to disturb again, don't blame me for reporting your behavior to the entire extended family."

Nicole stood up. With a mix of sadness and anger, she intended to leave immediately. However, before leaving for good, the beautiful and sexy woman took the opportunity to speak one last time.

"I guarantee you will regret treating me like this."