The morning should have been far more pleasant, for every member of the family was gathered together under the same roof. Yet reality told a different story. Kirana sat at the dining table, watching as two people walked toward her side by side. Her focus remained fixed on the woman behind her brother, who kept her head bowed, her belly rounded and prominent. Jasmin's hands were clasped tightly together, a clear sign that she shrank beneath the younger woman's gaze. Even though Ernawati and Candra urged her to sit and enjoy her breakfast, Kirana's sharp, unwavering stare made Jasmin feel utterly out of place.
Edwin noticed the unkind look his sister gave and cleared his throat at once, stepping in to lighten the mood. He served a portion of food onto her plate.
"Ten days abroad must
