Oscar called a cab as he and Lisa waited in front of the bridge connecting the island in the middle of the lake. That morning, the air was not as cold as last night. However, as she was born and raised in a tropical country, the morning wind really pierced Lisa's skin. Even though she was wearing a thick coat, her body was still shaking with cold.

Seeing his future wife tremble in cold made Oscar feel bad. The man immediately hugged her tightly, channeling his warm body temperature.

"Cold huh?

"

"Gosh, I never thought it would be this cold!

" Lisa said, shaking and her teeth chattering.

"Even though it's still autumn. You have never felt the Stockholm air in winter, I'm sure you will freeze in place,

" Oscar teased with a chuckle.

Lisa snorted at Oscar's words just now. She clung even more into the man;s arms to warm her body.

A few minutes later, their taxi arrived. Oscar opened the door for Lisa and invited her in first. Inside, Lisa immediately hugged Oscar, sharing warm body temperature with her future husband.

The car was traveling at normal speed. During the trip, Lisa was feeling between sleepless and sleepy. As she tried to close her eyes to sleep, she occasionally cast her gaze at the view of the forest surrounding the Stockholm suburb. Lisa was really amazed by the landscape of natural beauty there. It's completely different when compared to her country of origin.

"Oscar, Stockholm is the capital city, but it still feels like a village, right? Beautiful and clean unlike Jakarta,

" Lisa said spontaneously.

"That's one of the pride of my country,

" Oscar replied briefly.

"I wonder why. Your country is much calmer and more beautiful, but you choose to live in Jakarta,

" Lisa asked casually.

"If it weren't for Papa's request, I wouldn't have gone to Indonesia,

" Oscar replied briefly. He looked straight ahead, not looking at Lisa's face which rested on his shoulder.

The journey from the Petersson residence to the hotel in central Stockholm took at least an hour in good weather. During the long journey, Lisa could see the nature that was still well-maintained and beautiful.

Pine forests lined solidly seemed to welcome her. The dim sunlight hitting the surface of the sparkling lake water spoiled her eyes, which were used to see only tall buildings towering in Jakarta.

Lisa was immersed in the serenity presented by the views of the Stockholm suburbs that were still at one with its natural beauty. Without realizing it, she had fallen asleep on Oscar's lap.

***

"Mother, help me!

" A small child shouted as he was tied to a wooden chair. Five men were surrounding the poor boy with both blunt and sharp weapons. Their gazes were as vicious as a bloodthirsty tiger.

Lisa was standing not far away, her eyes teary, staring at the poor, helpless boy. She couldn't move her legs, as if there were handcuffs tied around her.

"Please let the child go! Leave him alone, just take me instead!

" She shouted, dropping tears that were already flowing from her eyes uncontrollably.

The flock of cruel, heartless men did not pay attention to her as if she was a ghost. They beat the poor boy who was tied to the chair so badly.

How sick and heartbroken Lisa was to see the terrible scenery presented in front of her. Moreover, she could not save the poor boy. The more she screamed, the crueler they beat the poor boy.

"Stop it! Please! Stop it!

"

***

Lisa woke up from her sleep. Her eyes were bulging, her breath gasping like a fish out of water. Without realizing it, cold sweat had poured out of her temples along with her damp palms.

Oscar looked at her in surprise and fear. He rubbed Lisa's forehead and said,

"What's wrong, Lisa? Do you have a nightmare?

"

"Oscar! That child! Is he safe!?

" Lisa asked hastily, her face still looking frightened as if she had just seen a ghost.

"Hey, calm down, you are just dreaming. We're still in the cab. Soon we will arrive at the hotel,

" Oscar said while comforting Lisa. His sturdy hands embraced the woman's trembling body as he rubbed her back.

Lisa closed her eyes and took a deep breath. She tried to calm her chaotic mind.

"Oscar, I had a nightmare. I dreamed that a child was being kidnapped and then killed by a group of cruel men. I tried to save him but failed….

"

"Lisa, don't be afraid. It's just a dream. I understand how that feels. I am here with you so don't worry,

" Oscar replied, trying to calm her down again.

"Oscar, I'm afraid. Very afraid. What if that dream comes true?

" Tears started to flow from the corner of Lisa's eyes, slowly falling onto Oscar's pants.

The man rubbed Lisa's cheeks gently. He exchanged glances with Lisa saying,

"It won't happen... I am always beside you and always protect you from anything that tries to hurt you and our family. Trust me, if anyone dares to hurt you, they will have to deal with me, even if it's my own mother!

"

Oscar wiped the tears that rolled down Lisa's pretty face. The man leaned her body close to his chest so that she calmed down and went back to sleep. His heartbeat sounded very fast.

"Oscar, are you okay?

" Lisa asked, worried.

"Of course! What are you talking about?

" Oscar replied slightly sharply. He was proud to not admit his worries.

"Your heart is beating fast, is there a problem?

" Lisa asked again. Her dark eyes landed on Oscar's beautiful clear blue eyes.

From the light in Oscar's eyes, there was an intense fear mixed with worry. That man couldn't lie to Lisa one bit. Since her relationship with Oscar was mended, she had become more and more aware of what that man was really feeling.

A cold and wild president of a multinational company turned out to be a gentle and caring man. It turned out that she didn't know this side of him before, but now that she'd known, she loved him even more.

Lisa kissed Oscar's sensual lips tenderly. The kiss lasted a little while then Oscar said,

"I'm so afraid of losing you, Lisa.

"

Hearing what he said just now touched her heart. Lisa melted at once when she heard the sweet, deep voice that entered her ears. Without realizing it, she was wearing the sweetest smile Oscar had ever seen.

Lisa hugged Oscar tightly again.

"Oscar, as long as you love me and are honest with me, I will not leave you. Promise me you'll be the same!

"

Oscar smiled at Lisa. His heart was beating normally again. His fear and anxiety faded away as he gripped Lisa's palm tightly while leaning his head on her.

"I love you, Lisa,

" Oscar said softly.