Chapter 40

Mikayla’s POV
Finally, I returned to the city after years away. It was a mixture of feelings—I was happy, anxious, and a little hesitant. It was all for Rudolf so that he could recover soon and get back to running his company. All this time, I had tried to be a loyal supporter, but sometimes I wanted to laugh at our own situation.
It’s true, looking back at the beginning, it was quite ridiculous. I still remember clearly the first time I met Rudolf. At that time, I thought he was a call boy. Thinking about it made me smile to myself. He had a charm and charm that fascinated me—something that was hard for me to ignore.
Now, seeing him in the role of the CEO of a big company, I was still stunned. How could someone who I initially thought was ‘just’ an ordinary man become such a powerful and strong figure? A sense of pride filled my heart as I watched his progress and growing confidence.
“God, who would have thought?” I thought, trying to process it all. The journey we’ve been on has been incredible—from the uncertain beginnings to now, where we’re fighting together as a family.
Watching Rudolf struggle to recover and return to his responsibilities as CEO has been a roller coaster of emotions. We’ve been through so much, and I know that every step of the way, we’ve had each other’s backs.
I was determined to be his best supporter, helping him transition into this new life and build our family in this bustling city. Maybe this is where we could find a way to make more wonderful memories and have more opportunities to grow.
“Together, we can face anything,” I told myself, trying to encourage my heart to stay optimistic even though the journey ahead wouldn’t always be easy.
The year has passed, and it’s unbelievable how fast time has flown by. Our children, Emma and Daniel, are now ready to start their new preschool adventure. They are very excited, and I feel very proud to be able to send them to such a great school. Rudolf has also been very supportive in this regard—making sure that they get the right education.
That morning, with full enthusiasm, I drove them to school on their first day. Their hands were tightly gripped by mine, their faces filled with curiosity and a little anxiety about the new experience.
“Mommy, are we going to meet a lot of new friends here?” Emma asked with a beaming face, tension, and excitement mixed in her voice.
“Yes, honey. Here, you will meet a lot of new friends and learn a lot of fun things,” I replied, winking at her to encourage her.
Daniel, who is usually more curious, asked, “There will be toys there, right, Mommy? All the fun stuff?”
“Of course! There are lots of toys and games for you to enjoy, and fun activities that will help you learn,” I said with a big smile.
As we arrived at the school gates, I could feel the previous hours of preparation and joyful conversations coming back to me. Seeing them excited to enter a new world filled my heart with pride and gratitude.
I helped them explain about the teachers they would meet and their new friends. As they entered the classroom, I could see the friendly teachers welcoming them with warm smiles.
“Mommy, I’m ready!” Daniel exclaimed, patting Emma’s back confidently.
“Okay, honey. Enjoy your day and remember that Mommy loves you!” I said as I hugged each of them, feeling the precious moment as they began their educational journey.
After sending them off to the classroom, I walked out with a mixed feeling—somewhere between pride and a little anxiety. However, I knew that they were in good hands and would learn a lot of new things.
They would emerge brighter and more prepared for the challenges ahead when they faced the bigger world.
As I left school, my mind wandered to all the moments of love and hope we had shared over the past year. Now, Emma and Daniel were entering a new world, and I felt blessed to be a part of this journey.
When I returned home, I felt lonely. The days were usually filled with the hustle and bustle of children, but now my house was eerily quiet. Emma and Daniel had gone off to school, and even though I knew they were starting an exciting new adventure, the emptiness was unavoidable.
I missed our time together, the times when we could play and explore the world together. Rudolf went to work every day and returned in the evening, making the loneliness even more intense. With all the activities going on, I felt like there was nothing I could do to fill my time.
What should I do? With so much free time at home, I started thinking. “Maybe it’s time to find a new hobby or do something useful,” I said to myself, trying to motivate myself.
I decided to do a little activity that would make me happy. First, I walked around the house, trying to enjoy the beauty of nature. Fresh air and sunshine made me feel more alive, although loneliness still haunted me.
After that, I remembered a lot of housework that might have been neglected. Maybe this is the right time to tidy up the house, tidy up some corners, and give a new touch to the decoration. Continuing housework can also be a solution to divert my mind.
After tidying up several rooms, an idea came to me. "What if I try to be creative? Maybe start painting or making crafts," I said. I went to the warehouse to find some art supplies that I had stored.
When I found paint and brushes, a new sense of enthusiasm emerged. Taking a piece of canvas, I started to create something. I let my imagination flow, creating beautiful scenery or maybe creating simple portraits of memories with the children.
For hours, I was immersed in the world of art, forgetting the loneliness that had previously enveloped me. Although not like being with the children, this activity made me feel more alive—as if I had rediscovered a part of myself that had been lost in routine.