
The anticipated day has arrived. My feelings were mixed when I tidied up the workbench. Excited to be free from the boring routine and spiteful gaze of Mr. Imron, sad to part with some good friends here. Maybe I'll miss them, just a little. Maybe tomorrow I can't hold this computer mouse anymore, or squeeze the keyboard while staring at the computer screen.
Every object on the desk holds its own memories and stories. The beautiful mug with the character of the Tazmanian Devil will be empty. Usually I use to fill water, and I mix it with vitamin C powder. Stabilo is green and the orange will also change owners. Staples, scissors, and tape seemed to be sad, longing for the touch of my hand. I left all the trinkets on the desk.
Tia Wijayanti was standing near me, staring bitterly. Maybe after this no one will be a hero for the truth when he is called by Mr. Imron or Ms. Roffi. The young girl's eyes glazed over, trying to help tidy up the file on the table.
“Ndon't do it, Tia. Let me be alone. Later if caught by Bu Roffi can be scolded you know!” my prevent.
“I don't care, Sir. But Miss Roffi was angry not because I was helping you. But because he's jealous!” tia.
I took a breath, unable to say anything more. Paras Tia looks moody, far from happy. I don't know what's on his mind. It was actually heavy leaving Tia as well, but my journey was still long. I still want to uncover the veil that stretches before me.
“Bapak can't stand me?” lirih Tia's.
“Not the heart, Tia. But my study here is over. Just like a child who has graduated from school. No need to be sad. Later if you need my help you can contact me. I think I'm still in Surabaya! Later if there is time, I can also play games here,” entertain me.
Tia was silent withstanding the taste. The sentence was apparently not entertaining, it made him even sadder. Then what am I supposed to do? I realized, for Tia maybe I am not a man of the ideal heart, but rather a brother figure who protects and protects.
Mr. Imron approached as I wrote the memo on the table. Realizing Mr. Imron's presence, Tia immediately inched away to do another job. The young girl was already lazy to talk to the weathered bujang. I didn't pay much attention to Mr. Imron's presence.
“You're done today, Bi?” ask Mr. Imron.
A little surprised I heard the question. His usually high and hateful tone of voice was suddenly wiped out. Yang had a tone of question yeng sounded sad.
“Oh yes, Sir. Today is the last day. That's why I'm more busy than usual. Finish what is left behind as well as hunt for signatures. Students like me have a lot to learn. Thank you yes, sir has helped a lot and taught me a lot.”
Mr. Imron was silent a thousand languages looked at me. A little strange, usually I see the horned figure of the devil but now I see a half-old man who is muffled sadly. Is Mr Imron sad about my departure?
“I personally apologize yes, Bi. I know I made a lot of mistakes with you. Sorry a lot, and don't hate me. Honestly I am sad because after this I will not have a comparable opponent.” Mr. Imron smiled wryly.
“Ndon't apologize Sir. I should apologize for coming to this office and then making a riot. I understand that. I have never hated Father. That's just normal. Father who is passionate yes, God willing to melt his heart ..” as far as I go.
“Eh, what does this mean Bi?”
“Oh, sorry sir I was just joking sir. I mean Father his work spirit so that it can melt the heart of the beloved girl Mr. Hehe. Sorry if I was sassy sir.”
“Ooh, can you Bi. Whether there is a girl or not I am always excited. Yo wes, don't doain you're a success huh. Your business is spared and everything is smooth.”
“Thank you very much, Mr. Imron. Same prayer for Father!”
We shake hands as a sign of farewell. In my heart there is also a taste. Still remember the first days in the office, Mr. Imrom's gaze looked like a wolf who was about to prey round and round. Now, that gaze faded, suddenly becoming the adorable look of a rabbit.
Not only Mr. Imron, all who work in one office with me say goodbye and prayers. Moments like this touched my humanist side. Although not to cry, but successfully make the eyes glazed. In any case, we have been working together for about four months or so. A relatively short time, but effective enough to glue the bond. Man is a social creature who cannot live without others. Therefore, it is only natural that we actually need each other.
“I already know what you mean, Bi. Please sit!” ma'am Roffi's orders.
The word series that I had suddenly disappeared. Bu Roffi's sorrowful gaze slowly began to affect the emotions. I try to strengthen my heart.
“You will be leaving this office today. Really, I don't know what to say. Your contribution cannot be underestimated. There are rarely young people who have a good work ethic like you.
Unfortunately here your position is only an intern. It makes me sad, Bi. You are also kind and courteous to everyone. Maybe if I could, I'd stop you from leaving. But I realized that it was the same as shackling your success. Your path is long. Your dreams are also high.”
Ma'am Roffi paused for a moment.
I just kept listening. It is better not to interrupt him.
“I don't know what else to say, Bi. What is clear is that I am the person who lost the most when you left this office,” said Bu Roffi.
Huh, lebay ....
“I'm sorry if I had a lot wrong yes, Mom. There may be behavior that is less pleasing to be forgiven. Thank you for your knowledge and guidance so far. I also had a hard time leaving this office, but like my mother said earlier I had to fight first to finish college. God willing if there is time I will stop by here.”
“For so long I have never considered your employee, Bi.”
That expression of Bu Roffi's heart made a little unpleasant. My sitting position was suddenly awkward. I lowered my head, not daring to look into his eyes.
“I'm the one who apologizes a lot to you for bothering you a lot. It even got you into my family's problems. Let me go, Bi. Thank you so much for being so good with Vina. I'm sure he'll lose a figure like you. I don't know what else to say ...”
Ms. Roffi handed me an envelope.
“What is this, Mom?”
“This is my gratitude personally for helping so much in the company. This is not from the company, the number is not how much but I am sure you will need a lot for your college needs. Accept!”
“Not bother, Mom! I can't. This is too much ...”
“I would be very disappointed if you refused!”
“Thank you yes, Mom!”
As loud as Bu Roffi was, she was still an ordinary woman whose feelings were fragile. Unable to hold back the tears that shed on the cheeks. Women's tears are my weakest side. Unfortunately there's nothing I can do. Every encounter ends in a farewell. Anyway, I left the office, even though Ms. Roffi's tears were breaking.
Good bye, Miss Roffi!
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