Aini's Heart Journey

Who's Aini?

The wind was blowing gently this morning. Greet every soul, with a different taste in every blow. Stringing the mind and love in every heart that begins to rediscover its hope.

Time passed and passed without stopping. To tread on every destiny that has been outlined thousands of years ago.

Wednesday morning. It was a very busy morning for Aini. He had to finish all his morning work before leaving for Umar's school as usual. Not to mention, he also had to prepare food supplies that Umar and Kenzo always ordered, to be made by Aini. But he's happy for it.

Ah yes, Kenzo. Devandra Kenzo El Baraja's. Umar's close friend since they sat in first grade. Not many classmates Umar and Kenzo want to play with him. It was because, his weak physique and family background were unclear. So, the parents of Kenzo's friends, forbid their children from making friends and playing with Kenzo.

But not with Umar. Although he was banned by his father, he still wanted to be friends with Kenzo. He never took issue with Kenzo's weakened condition due to his illness.

Kenzo's body is not perfect. He was plagued by God an imperfection in him. He had leukemia when he was three months old. His condition can be so weak all of a sudden.

Ardi has done many ways to try to treat Kenzo, but has not been successful. He even tried to ask Oliv to donate his spinal cord to the son, but failed. With reason, Oliv's never ending busyness. Until Ardi never again wanted to contact or even see Oliv in the slightest.

Kenzo never wanted to undergo chemo therapy. He doesn't want his head to be bald. He was ashamed of his friends. He only took medication all this time to keep his condition from worsening. And since the past year, his condition has been quite stable.

No exception two boys who are also busy in their homes. They are always happy to welcome Wednesday. They can't wait to get to school soon.

"Why are you so happy, honey?" Asked a middle-aged woman, who was preparing breakfast for Kenzo.

"Yes dong Oma. It's Wednesday. Aunt Aini is coming to school." Kenzo accepted his dinner plate from his grandmother.

The woman immediately turned to her only child sitting next to Kenzo. What was obtained, was not aware of his mother's gaze.

"The ardi!" Call the woman a little hard.

"What's wrong Ma? Why are you screaming early in the morning? Ardi will sit in front of Mama." Ardi said flatly, after swallowing his food.

The woman snorted in annoyance. The other man sitting next to the woman shook his head. They ate together without much conversation.

They're Ardi's parents. Rama Harjuno and Niken Anita. It was they who had been taking care of Kenzo, as long as Ardi was busy with his work.

"Cock the food's not finished, honey?" Ask Niken attention.

"Kenzo has ordered Aunt Aini, ask to make rainbow fried rice today, Oma. So, Kenzo's gonna have another meal at school." Honest Kenzo.

Niken did not return to asking much questions. If Kenzo had said anything about Aini's aunt, he could no longer argue or argue with her. Aunt Aini is like an idol to Kenzo.

"Pa. Why didn't you ever meet Kenzo?" Kenzo asked plainly, as he prepared to leave.

Ardi, who was checking Kenzo's uniform, immediately stopped his activities. Rama and Niken who were also helping Kenzo prepare, immediately turned to Ardi.

"Mama's busy, honey." Answer Ardi briefly.

"But, Aunt Aini always invited Umar to school. Why isn't mom? Aunty is busy working too, Pa." Kenzo Refusal.

"Maybe you're abroad right now." Sahut Ardi flat.

Kenzo finally just ria-oh hear his father's answer.

Kenzo knows who his mother is. He has met her several times. It was at the request of Kenzo, who wanted to know who his mother was. Kenzo, who did not know about his mother's actions, was always happy when he could meet his mother. Only once or twice a year.

The hearts and minds of children are still quite innocent. Including Kenzo. He did not know how his mother was more concerned with his work than having to take care of him first. He only knew that his mother was working to meet his needs. So, he must be patient if he wants to meet his mother who is busy with her work.

Oliv has not changed until now. She is still busy pursuing her modeling career. He lives abroad for his dream job.

"Who's Aini, Di?" Niken asked, after Kenzo left school was escorted by the driver as usual.

"To Ardi's knowledge, she was Umar's mother. Kenzo's close friend." Honestly Ardi.

"Then, why did Kenzo say he ordered fried rice on Aini? He's an employee at the school cafeteria?"

"It's not Ma."

"Then?"

"Said Mala, he always came to see Umar every Wednesday during the break. Ardi also saw him a few times at school."

"Why did he meet his son at school?"

Ardi also told his mother, a little story of Aini that he had known from Mala.

"Mama's going to school today. Papa wants to come?" Sahut Niken fast.

"What do you want to go to school for?" Ask Ardi curiously.

"You'll see Aini." Honest Niken.

"Papa has an appointment with Mr. Riko later." Rama answered briefly.

"Yes Ma." Answer Ardi briefly.

Niken smiled with relief. The grandmother of Kenzo, was quite curious about the figure of Aunt Aini who often told her granddaughter. His grandson, always enthusiastic if telling his time with Aini and Umar.

Due to Niken's request, Ardi had to change his schedule this morning. He went to school with his mother before going to the office.

When I got to school, the lessons were still going on. Aini has not arrived. Niken and Ardi then went around the school to check the condition of the preparation for the event next week.

When they finished touring, they intended to go to Ardi's room. But as they passed the other side of the school's living room, they heard the conversation of two women. One of them, they already know very well, Mala. But that one, sounds pretty foreign.

And I don't know what made Niken stop his steps. He was very curious about the interlocutor Mala. Ardi then asked the assistant, Dika, to check who the woman was talking to Mala. But before Dika moved from his position, they had already gotten the answer.

"Sorry Mrs Mala, I've always troubled you." Said the woman.

"Not at all, Miss Aini. We're both women, so I quite understand how you feel." Sahut Mala sincere.

"Thank you, Miss Mala."

"Together, Miss Aini."

That's Aini. He had just arrived at school a few minutes ago, when Ardi was still touring with Niken and Dika

Niken immediately looked at Ardi. Apparently, the figure that made him curious had arrived. Niken prepares to step foot to meet Aini, but is prevented by Ardi. And at the same time, the school break bell rang.

Ardi immediately invites Niken and Dika to move from his place. They then entered the room Mala, which is right next to the school living room. And Mala knows it.

Before long, the voices of two boys began to enliven the living room.

"This is Umar's order, and this is Kenzo's order." Aini said happily, while handing over the two boxes of supplies he brought.

Umar and Kenzo who had been sitting flanking Aini, immediately opened their respective boxes. They also smile happily.

"Thank you, Mother." Umar.

"Thank you, Auntie." Kenzo.

And without Aini guessing, her two smooth cheeks were warmly frowned upon by the two boys beside her. He immediately stretched out his hands to embrace them. Not to forget, landing a reciprocal kiss on the top of their heads in turn.

"Yes, honey." Aini haru.

"Udah, let's eat the food!" Imbuh Aini fast.

Umar and Kenzo immediately ate their own food. Umar with fried noodles, while Kenzo with fried rice.

There was a clear water that fell without excuse, passing through Aini's cheek. There was a sense of happiness mixed together that was yelling irresistibly at this moment. He was one of two boys who loved and appreciated him.

Although Kenzo was not his son, Aini had loved him since he often came with Umar when he met him. Especially when he found out, that Kenzo had never felt the affection of his mother all this time. Aini's heart was so sad to hear the story of Mala at that time.

While Aini struggled so hard to be with her son, there was even a mother who could leave her son for his career. That's what made Aini's heart feel sorry for Kenzo. Until that pity, it slowly turned into a very sincere affection for him.

"Mother, please drink!" Pinta Umar ate it.

Aini immediately picked up the bottle she was carrying. He gave it to Umar.

"Kenzo wants to, Auntie." Kenzo is impatient.

Aini gave it to Kenzo.

Mala smiled and saw the scene. Including Ardi, Niken and Dika. They did not expect, Aini seemed so sincere to treat Kenzo, like treating Umar.

Kenzo finished his meal earlier than Umar. Aini also tidied up her box.

"Tante, can Kenzo ask for something?" Ask Kenzo slowly.

"certainly could. Kenzo wants what? If Aunty can do it, Auntie will." Aini said, turning to Kenzo, with his hands still busy tidying up his lunchbox.

"Can Kenzo call Auntie, mother? Like Umar." Kenzo said more carefully.

Kenzo has been holding that question for a long time. He was afraid that Aini and Umar would be angry with him. Remembering, he was just a classmate of Umar.

Aini immediately straightened her body. Stopped activity. Then looked at Kenzo closely. His gaze was so flat.

Mala immediately turned to Kenzo. While Ardi who was in the next room, was preparing to approach Kenzo. But arrested by Niken.

Kenzo. He was worried about the answers and reactions that Aini would give later. His fingers were extremely cold at this moment. But, his sweat came out quite a lot all over his body.

Heart desire. Sometimes it feels so hard to express. Although it is just a simple thing. Sometimes it becomes a big challenge for the owner, to be able to express it correctly and at the right time.