ARINDAS

Ambition

Two large suitcases and one small one were lined up neatly. All the clothes, shoes, and other important items had also been sorted out. Just put it all together and packing is done.

The smile did not stop coming from the pink lips. The face of Sumringah is getting more visible. Tired all day work did not dampen the spirit.

Ricko .. we're going to have fun, Arinda murmured.

“Arinda!”

The voice of Dini disperse Arinda's daydream. The girl raised her head while smiling.

“Mbak Early!”

“Sounds like you're happy?”

“Iya, Mbak.”

“Why?”

“Because, from the day after tomorrow, in the morning, afternoon, afternoon, and evening will always meet Ricko.”

Early silent. His heart felt something was breaking. Bad feeling, I don't know what?

The girl is not her real sister, but the taste is almost the same. Therefore, there are concerns. In fact, since the letter of duty he read, a feeling of sadness immediately hit.

“What do you bring?” He tries to shift his mind.

“Standard people go in general, Ma'am. I don't want to bring much. Weight!”

“Three suitcases are many Arinda.”

Arinda laughs. “I all bring work tools. No need to search there. Fear there is no.”

Dini nodded. “You've eaten?”

“I ... already. Don't tell me that Mama hasn't? Later I will complain to Mas Dawn if it continues to eat late!”

“You guys, if it's a matter of this compact really.”

“Of course! Because we really love Mbak Dini and prospective debay. Oh, aye. How's my pretty cherry? Ah, one month will not meet. Anyway every night should be an appointment for a video call before Febi sleeps.”

“Iya, definitely. Embak also do not want to be dizzy by the request of the child who always wants to stick to his Aunty who is single.”

Arinda. “Quiet, Mbak. Soon I will not jomlo.”

“Oh, yes?”

“Iya.” Arinda smiled happily.

“So, have started to open the heart for that flirtatious lecturer?”

Arinda's smile disappeared changing with a frown. “Mbak, not Mr. Alfian. I don't like it.”

“But, he likes you.” Arinda, I know only Mr. Ricko is in your heart. But, your obstacles are too heavy to get the man. I can't wait to see you sad.

“Mbak, my heart is only for Ricko.”

Early smile while feeling pain in the chest. It felt like slapping that smooth cheek to realize who he was in love with. It is too complicated and surely the struggle will be full of tears.

“Why not choose for sure. In view of his behavior, like the lecturer loves you very much and wants to be serious.”

“Mbak .. please don't start.”

“Arinda, I don't want to see you get hurt. Don't you think, Mbak does not know about Mr. Ricko's rude attitude to you.”

“Mbak, I'm fine.”

“Arinda, Ma'am can't see you're constantly being treated like that. Ma'am thinks you're like a sibling.”

“Mbak ...”

“Mbak ...” Arinda did not continue his words. I will seek my own happiness. Nothing can stand in the way of my wishes. Whoever it is, I won't let it be an obstacle!

Silent!

Ten minutes in silence. None of them spoke. Until the voice of the Early broke the silence.

“Arinda, obey!”

The girl looked down inside. His hands clenched tightly. Tired up! He was tired of following.

Arinda breathed a heavy sigh. “Mbak, since childhood .. I was a submissive child. In fact, even on sale still according to.” My soul and body have been confined to dozens of years by Papa Erwin. And once it's free, I won't let anyone put it back in.

“Arinda, isn't that what it means?”

“I want to be a doctor. But, my tortuous life made him have to run aground. Then, after that, you don't know what to do? I only know that Ricko alone can make this pathetic girl happy.”

“Arinda, don't be like this ..”

“Mbak, don't tell me to obey anymore. I want to be happy too. Let this stupid girl chase the love of Ricko.”

“You till when are you like this?”

“Until Ricko gets married and it's not with me. When that comes, I'll go away. I promise, Ma'am,” said Arinda Lirih.

“Rin ...” Dini shed tears. It hurts to see this girl never feel happy since she was little.

“So let this selfless girl try to fight first to get that happiness.”

“Rin ...”

“Now, I will not listen to the words of others, including Mbak Dini.” Sorry, Ma'am. This time, I had to ignore you. It is time to follow my heart.

“Embak just want to see you happy. That's it.” Heart Early Turtle, not strong to withstand tightness in the chest.

“My happiness is with Ricko,” said Arinda increasingly smirk while removing the tear that had fallen on the cheek.

“But don't demean your dignity. You're a respectable woman.”

For Ricko's sake, I don't care about a woman's dignity. Fuck everything! arinda was upset.

“Ricko is my pulse. For that reason, I am still breathing. If it wasn't for him, maybe I'd have ended my life a long time ago.”

“Rin ...”

“Mbak .. I love Ricko. I will swallow all the bitter taste of his unpleasant attitude. I'll be fine. Don't worry.”

“Why are you so ambitious like this?”

Ambitious? Yeah, correct. This time I admit that it is very ambitious! I don't care what people say. It is time to make my dream come true, Arinda murmured.

Arinda stared Dini with a sad look in her eyes. “Mbak, have I ever looked ambitious for something. No, I live my life flat. Then, now when I'm excited about chasing something, is it wrong?”

Came in. He cannot impose one's will. Arinda is blinded by love under the pretext of seeking happiness. It is useless to force him to understand.

“Ya, already. If that becomes your determination. Take good care of yourself there. Phone this Mbakmu if something happens or have trouble.”

“Definitely, Mbak.”

“Mbak also want to say, a symbol of self-esteem and female honor one of which is virginity. So don't just give it to anyone. Even if you love him. Take care of that for your husband. Promise, Arinda!" Dini exclaimed while tightly holding the hand of the foster sister.

Arinda thought for a moment. Then, nod. Then, directly hugged Dini tightly.

The two-bodied woman was growing more and more tears. His chest feels tight.

This heartache hears you're too resigned to life. Why should this be your fate? Should I rely on happiness for people who are not necessarily retaliating? Why can you be this strong to face trials repeatedly and alone. But, at least you promised to keep your chastity. Ma'am, can breathe a little relieved, Inner Early.