Be My Soldier Forever

Ep. 43

Frans meant. His mother gave him everything. Frans would never leave him. Registering as a member of the army was the desire of Frans from long ago. She will do everything she can until she has the support of her mother. But, first he had to solve the problem with Vania.

Frans looked at his watch; it had been 8 since they left. Maybe Vania's not sleeping yet. Frans walked to his room and looked outside his balcony. One thing she liked about her room was Vania's room right across from it. The lights are still on. Nice, Frans smiled to himself. He was so happy because Vania always opened that window. Frans shoots out of his room and into Vania's room. Vania screaming.

“Quiet, it's you, Frans.” Said Frans.

“Frans? What are you doing here?”

“We have to talk.” She looked at him confused.”

“There is nothing we need to talk about,” Vania said.

“Oh, I can think of a million things we can discuss.”

“So, how about you first start.”

“Why did you push me a year ago?” Vania shifted with a feeling of unease. “Vania, please let me know!”

“Why do you want to know so much?”

“Because you're my best friend.”

“No, no.”

“Why did you say that?”

“Umm, I don't know. Maybe because we never get close and talk to each other.”

“Ya, you are right.”

“I come to your house for dinner every day. But today is the first day you talk to me.”

“Last-lately, I've been very busy.”

“That's your business.”

“Vania, please. Please tell me the reason.”

“This is because I started to have feelings for you and I know that we will never be able to be together.” Vania said quickly.

“What? Try again, do not quickly talk.”

“That's because I'm starting to have feelings for you and I know that we'll never be together.” Vania sighed.

“So, you mean. You told me you ended our friendship because you liked me?”

“Not like that.”

“What?”

“I can't tell you.”

“Van, Please!” eyes widening. “What?”

“T-last time you called me when kit was 8 years old,”

“I think we should discuss going back to the past, right?”

“Hah?”

“What I want to say is that everything should return to its original state.”

“Means?”

“Anu, more precisely. We have to be good friends again.”

 

Like Frans said, that's what it is. Vania still didn't tell him what she was trying to avoid that night at his house. It drives her crazy, but she doesn't tell Vania. As months passed, Frans felt something and it made Frans and the Princess break up.

 

A few months passed when they both graduated from High School..

 

“Please, Vania!”

“What do I want to do there?!”

“Support your best friend, right?”

“Alright, but Frans. Please tell your mother we want to go.”

“She has not agreed with my decision.” Frans sighed.

“OK. Alright. But honestly, I can't do this to your mother.”

“It's okay, as long as you come with me? How?”

“To speak to your mother?”

“Iya.”

“I can't.”

“Why?!”

“Because it's an affair between you and your mother.”

“Please, just for a support only?”

After half an hour of begging, Vania finally gave up. It was easier because they were already at Frans' house. As they walked downstairs, Anastasya was looking through an old family album.

“Bu?” said Frans. Anastasya looked up, there were tears in his eyes. “Bu.” Frans came running to him. “Why are mothers crying?”

“Frans, babe. What do you want to do with your life, son?”

“Umm.”

“Mother knows.”

“Is that what you really want?”

“Frans never wanted anything more than that.”

“Iya.” His voice broke as his mother played with his hands.

“Ya, what's bu?”

“You can sign up today.”

“How do you know if Frans wants to sign today?”

“Of course mom knows. A mother knows her child very well. And I know that you're not leaving mom. So, you made me sure. I will support you every step of the way.” Frans hugged him tightly.

“I love you mom.”

“Mother loves you too, son.”

“Will mom come with me?”

“No, no. You just go with Vania.”

“Bu, please. I want you there.”

“How about Vania?”

“He will also come. Two of my best women.” They're all smiling.

“Good.”

“Thank you mom.” They both got up and left the house and they all held hands. Frans in the middle. Vania and her mother are each by her side.

 

When they arrive at the registration place, the place is very fulfilled by the registrant.

“wow. I didn't expect it to be this.” Said Frans.

“This is Mabes, the place of registration center, Frans. And will increase the number of people every day.” Anastasya.

“What do you think, I will be accepted?”

“Of course dear, why not.”

Vania appearing. He tried as calmly as possible. He hoped not to tone the space, even though he knew it was wrong. Frans smiled and walked over while calling. Anastasya and Vania watch him.

It was that day, Vania thought. Soon, after Frans was accepted. He'll be very busy.

“Next,” a microphone sounded, Frans walked slightly towards the registration table.”

“Frans Ardiansyah Samuel.” Frans said and the officer nodded.

“Log in here.” Frans took the pen. His hand trembled; he put pen to paper and signed his name.

“Now take this form, and then fill in. Once done, bring it back to the next table.” He pointed to the other table. “They will take it and explain the rest to you.”

“Thank you,” the officer nodded. And Frans walked back to his mother and Vania.

“How?” Vania asked.

“I have to fill this form.” Frans said as he lifted the paper.

“Do you need help dear?” Anastasiya asked.

“No, it's okay, Mom. I'll fill it myself. Come sit in that chair.” His mother and Vania nodded and they all walked to the chair. As they sat down, Frans took out a pen and began writing on the paper.

10 Minutes later, Frans finished writing.

“So.” Frans whispered, while taking the heads of Anastasya and Vania. “I'll be to the next table.”

“Do you want me to come with you?” Vania asked.

“No. Not necessary. I can go by myself.” Frans said while rising. Vania nodded and turned towards Anastasya.

“I hope everything will be fine,” Anastasya said.

 

Frans walked to the next table and mentioned his name.

“True, Frans Ardiansyah Samuel, where's your form?” another officer asked.

“Ya, this.” Frans responded and handed the form to the officer, “Umm, the previous officer said that you would explain everything to me.”

“Well, that's right. Now that your form has been filled out, just wait.”

“For what, more precisely?”

“You think this is an easy job? No.”

“Siap, I know.”

“We already have your form, so now you have to meet the military requirements. We will contact you back and you will meet all the requirements in the military entrance processing section. After that, you will receive a letter stating that you have been received. If you are accepted, you will undergo another test process until you will be declared officially in the military. You will then come back here with your belongings and will be given a uniform after that, you give your stuff to us. You'll be quarantined for a few months without seeing your family or anything. And everything will be explained later.”

“When can we meet with our family and friends?

“That, wait for information from the higher-ups.”

“Alright, thank you.”

“Good luck, Frans.”

"Thank you." Frans walked away. When he reached Anastasya and Vania, they stood up.

"How's it?" Anastasiya asked.

"Now we have to wait." Said Frans. Vaania nodded, but Frans noticed the sadness in her eyes. Pretty quickly, hopefully, they'll be standing here again, but this time saying goodbye. Vania fear. She wanted to support Frans, but she didn't want the day to come, when she had to say goodbye.

"Come on, let's go home."