Chapter 60 - Engagement Plans.

"Yes, I will come". Michael answered quietly.

Mrs. Anggi is very happy because her cold and least talkative child wants to come. 

After he finished talking to his mother, Michael sent a message to Sophia.

"Honey, I'm going to have dinner at my mother's house. So, eat first and don't wait for me!". The message was immediately sent to Sophia's cellphone.

Sophia looked at the message Michael had just sent her. She was still confused, therefore she chose to ignore the message and continue her work.

Time passed so fast, without realizing that night had arrived.

At exactly eight o'clock in the evening, Michael's car arrived at his parents' house.

Hearing the sound of Michael's car, Mrs. Anggi smiled widely because she knew for sure that it was Michael's car.

"Looks like Michael has come, I will welcome him!". Said Mrs. Anggi to her guests.

After that, Mrs. Anggi immediately walked towards the exit.

"Goodnight dear!". Said Mrs. Anggi after her son stood in front of her. 

Michael frowned at his mother's expression which was different from before.

"Is mom happy?"

"Of course". Mrs. Angie enthusiastically.

"What makes Mom happy?".

Without answering Michael's question, Mrs. Anggi pulled her son's hand towards the dining room, and Michael followed his mother obediently.

Michael's gaze was sharp when he saw Clara and her family sitting at the dining table. They looked at Michael with big smiles.

"So, this is your purpose for taking me out for the night? If I had known earlier, I'd have declined and had dinner with Sophia". Michael thought angrily.

Diane smiled seeing the gloomy look on her brother's face because she could already guess that her brother didn't like this dinner. In addition, she also knows that Michael is betrothed to Clara.

"I wonder what Michael will do to get out of this situation. I know he doesn't like Clara." Diane thought.

"Good evening Michael, did you just come home from work and come straight here? You must be tired". Clara said in a friendly and gentle voice.

"Yes". Michael answered curtly and lazily.

"Michael ... You are very lucky to have a future wife who is as caring as Clara. I am sure that Clara can take care of you and make you happy in the future". Said Mrs. Anggi while holding Michael's hand.

Michael was silent so Mrs. Anggi began to worry that her son would leave. Therefore, she immediately invited Michael to sit down.

"Everyone is here, we should discuss Michael and Clara's engagement first before we eat. Because Michael and Clara are very busy, and we chose next week for their engagement ceremony. One month later they got married, how about it?". Said Mrs. Angie with a smile.

"That's good, I agree". Clara's mother said enthusiastically.

"What if the event is held on a romantic island belonging to the W Group? I heard that the place is very beautiful as the name implies and is suitable for uniting love". Clara said.

Michael was still expressionless, and that made Mrs. Anggi and Clara feel anxious. 

"Why did you guys set a date without discussing it with Michael? Since he's the one getting engaged, you should have asked him first. Michael isn't a statue who will just obey, he also has opinions and you need to hear him!". Diane said seriously.

Everyone was silent when they heard Diane's words. 

Meanwhile, Michael hasn't shown any reaction yet. He chose to be a listener.

"Yeah, sisterDiane said right, we'll be the ones getting engaged, so it's only natural for the two of us to make the decision". Clara said while smiling looking at Michael who was sitting across from her.

All of them except Michael nodded after hearing what Clara said.

"I can't wait for your happy day, you will definitely be the perfect couple, and your photos will be posted in magazines. Now that you are defending him, he must be touched". Olivia whispered who had been unable to take her eyes off Michael.

Clara smiled hearing her sister's words, she also thought that Michael was really touched.

"Gosh... I'm sorry for these parents, fortunately Clara reminded us. Then, what do you think, dear?". Said Mrs. Anggi looking at Michael.

"Sorry Mom, I want to go to the toilet first!". Michael was getting fed up so he chose to run away without giving his mother an answer. 

For now, Michael couldn't possibly express his opinion as doing so would embarrass his mother. However, he chose silence does not mean he accepts it but he is silent just to think while being careful in making decisions.

Everyone just nodded awkwardly, after which they continued their chat.

Meanwhile, Clara feels Michael is avoiding discussing their engagement. At that moment she was very angry.

Bathroom.

Just as he reached the bathroom, his cell phone rang. Michael immediately pressed the green icon on his cellphone after seeing the caller ID.

"Brother, I've finished investigating the Zian kidnapping case and what happened that night". Larry's voice was so serious from the other side of the phone.

"Say!".

"I've found it, and the evidence is in my hands!".

"Okay, wait for further instructions from me!". After talking to Larry, Michael immediately came out of the bathroom. 

"Sorry, looks like I can't come to dinner, because there is urgent work". Michael said as he returned to the dining room.

"What are you doing at this time of night? Is that more important than having dinner with your fiancé?". Asked Mrs. Anggi cynically. 

"Auntie, let Michael go! I understand he is a very responsible boss with his work. I don't want him to feel burdened because of me". Clara tries to get Michael's sympathy by persuading her future mother-in-law.

Everyone smiled and was proud of Clara's sweet and understanding demeanor. But, not with the very sensitive Diane.

"This girl is full of drama, how can I allow my good brother to marry her? It could be that she will strangle me when she becomes my sister-in-law later". Diane thought as she smirked at Clara.

"I didn't choose a daughter-in-law. Besides being beautiful, your heart is also very gentle. I can't wait to see myself become my daughter-in-law. Hehehe...". Said Mrs. Anggi while giving her sweetest smile to Clara.

"Auntie, hehe!". Clara is very happy because she has been getting compliments over and over again. Her belief was getting stronger that she could be part of the Walton family.

Michael was so disgusted by this situation, he immediately said goodbye by showing his respect. After that he left the dining room expressionlessly.

"Michael... Wait a minute!". 

Michael stopped in front of the main door, after which he turned around.

"What's the matter, sister?"

"Can I ask you something?" Diane asked carefully because she was worried that Michael would be disturbed.

Michael took a deep breath, after that he nodded and invited his sister to ask.

"First I want to thank you for taking care of Zian for a week. But why is Zian so quiet now? Is he still traumatized by the kidnapping?". Diane was both worried and guilty because she didn't have much time with Zian.

Michael was silent for a moment, he wanted to tell Diane about what had happened at his house. However, he was worried that his sister would be even more anxious.

"Michael... Why are you silent? Say something so I can know what happened to Zian! Besides, can you persuade him to come back to London with me? Because since yesterday he's been whining to stay with you". Diane asked.

"Brother calm down! I will talk to Zian about this, now I have to go because I have urgent business". Michael said.

"Thank you! Be careful on the road!". 

Michael nodded, after which he continued on his way out. Diane returned to the dining room to accompany her mother because Mr. Walton was still in London.

Michael's house.

It didn't take long, Michael arrived at his house. 

He got out of the car quickly because he couldn't wait to meet Sophia.

It was already ten o'clock at night, and Michael opened the door slowly so as not to disturb Sophia even if she was asleep.

Just as he reached the living room, Michael's brow furrowed when he saw Sophia sleeping on the sofa.

Michael slowly approached the sofa and sat next to Sophia. 

"Why is she sleeping here? Is she waiting for me? That means that Sophia has accepted me sincerely?".. Michael thought while caressing Sophia's cheek.