Behind the High School Uniform

Chapter 5. The House In Sita

"Mother!" I shouted, very loudly. While running towards my mother who almost got hit by a passing truck.

Luckily, the driver quickly held the brakes. Until my mother was free from accidents, which could have quickly claimed her life.

But, because the driver who suddenly held the brakes, made the vehicle behind him accidentally hit the truck.

And luckily again, there were no fatalities from the accident. It's just that, they are demanding compensation for the damage that occurred, due to my mother who just carelessly crossed the road.

I had no choice but to give the citizens the money, and I finally gave it to them, as compensation as they demanded to mother.

At first, they did not want to accept it. Because the money is still far from enough to replace the cost of damage they experienced.

However, after Mr. Rt and some other residents who helped me to explain about the condition of Mother at that time, they finally could understand and want to accept the money.

But because of that incident, I had absolutely no more shadow for the cost, in order to bring the mother to the psychologist.

Eventually, we got back in the car, and so did Mom. After the incident, my mother looked so scared. Seen from his attitude, and also his two hands that always cover both ears. And every now and then, I try to hold her.

Shortly after, we all arrived back at my house. And how surprised I was when I got out of the car, I found my house that had been sealed.

I also saw a board attached to the door of my house. The board says if this house has been confiscated by the bank.

My body instantly squeezed, my tears were also no longer able to hold me. I could only bend my knees, see my house sealed. Also saw some bags and also suitcases, have lined up in front of the terrace of my house.

"Yes, God! What wrong? Why is your ordeal so heavy?" my mind, which feels so bitter.

My sobs are no longer able to hide. Until one of the residents approached and for a moment helped me to stand up.

Om Setyo, the citizen who had helped me to stand up. Now, he hugged me with tears that seemed to flow profusely on his cheeks.

"Cry! If it is only crying, that can make you calm" said Om Setyo, so soft.

I didn't pay much heed to what he said at the time. However, I let go of my embrace, and immediately turned to hug my mother.

Patience, patience, and patience! That's what I've always heard from some of their words. But, back then I was just thinking, if they were just trying to calm me down. If they were in my current position, I'm sure they wouldn't be able to accept it either.

But, bodo time with all that. Clearly, today it feels like all my strength has been slightly tidied up. I don't know where my mom and I are going. Carrying my body, and my sick mother.

Luckily, there was Rima, my schoolmate. He accidentally passed in front of my house, and saw my situation like this.

I haven't been to school in a few days since my father died at the time.

"By!" call him, quite softly.

I was also a little surprised by the sudden presence of Rima. Just contact scared me a little, if Rima would tell my current condition to my friends at school. Because, it is not imagined if they mocked my current condition.

"Five! Peels, Rim! Don't tell this all to friends, yeah. Help u! So please, Rim!" I said, while holding both hands Rima, while begging and also hoping for her.

"Please calm down, Ra! I'm not going to tell them all this. In fact, I really want to help you, Ra." Sahut Rima, which makes me feel a little calm.

"Engga! No need, Rim. I can find a cheap rental house, making me stay the same as me. Thanks, Rim! I just don't want to take anyone." Said I, who then rejected Rima's offer.

"Well, you can, stay in my rented house. And, you don't have to worry about the rent." said Om Setyo, who immediately Mr. Rt and the residents agreed to the offer. So did I, who at that time could think of nothing more, other than that I could have a decent place to live for my mother.

Finally, we walked slowly to the rented house. With Om Setyo in between, and also Rima, my friend.

It didn't take long for us to get to the house. Om Setyo immediately gave the keys to his house, while he said that he would free the rent for the first three months.

I was so happy when I heard it. A thousand thanks to him. Then, Om Setyo was ready to go home immediately.

Because the day was getting late, I also invited Rima to come into my rented house. I also took my mother into her room.

How grateful and lucky I am to have a neighbor who cares so much for me and my mother. Although this house is not too big, but this house has two bedrooms that are spacious enough for both of us.

Moreover, this house has been equipped with all household furniture, such as beds, wardrobes and also some other household tools.

I also asked my mother to lie down for a moment on the mattress that has been available in her room, for a moment to rest. Because, I saw that mom was still a little frightened by the incident that happened to her.

My mother then complied, he was lying down until he finally fell asleep. I rushed out of her room, after I confirmed that she had fallen asleep.

Then, I went back to Rima who was sitting in the living room. Rima was smiling when she found out about my presence.

"By!" call him, as if there was something he wanted to tell me.

"Why, Rim?" I asked, a little curious.

"Gue is really sorry yes, the same situation you are now. Sorry are! I can't help anything, Ra." he said, making me smile back.

"Thanks, Rim! You can care like this, I am very happy. But, Rim, I'm actually asking for help, yeah. Don't expose me to anyone, please!" timpalku, who again made sure that Rima closed my current condition tightly.

"Please calm down, Ra! I promise, I won't tell anyone about this. But, Ra.." said Rima, who seemed hesitant to continue his words.

"But? But what, Rim?" my question, curious.

"Where are you the same? How about school? How the same cost you everyday, make a meal lo, same nyokap lo?" rima replied, who was thinking about me and my mother.

"Gue can work, Rim. Anything! The money I can use later to pay rent for my home, school, and daily expenses is as good as mine. Yeah, thank goodness I can save for my medical expenses, Rim." I said, smiling a little to hide my pain in front of Rima. Though, I myself do not know, I can get a job soon, or not.

"Any work?" tanyanya, again. A little bit of disbelief in me.

"Yes, whatever that job is. The important thing is, I can make money, for the sake of the continuation of my life." I said, a little original.

"Including being a paid girl?" the chirp, made me a little stunned and as if I did not understand what Rima said at that time.

"You mean, Rim?" my question, affirm.

"Emmm.. No, Ra. There was no meaning whatsoever." replied Rima, seemingly lying. I just nodded, without wanting to know more.