Between Asa And Taste

Awaiting Mr. Aric

Mr. Felix is sitting in his chair. His hand grabbed the calendar that was on the table.

"It's not Papa's birthday" Felix said.

"When is Papa's birthday?" ask Mia.

Mr. Felix opened the calendar and looked for the numbers he had circled.

"Now" replied Mr. Felix showing the date of his birthday.

"Oh, Papa is narcissistic. Birthday itself is remembered. Arriving at the calendar is marked so," said Mia while laughing.

"Eh, don't get me wrong. Papa just wants it right on his birthday, Papa took a day to rest. Think of it as a gift to yourself that has struggled a lot to stay happy," said Mr. Felix defended himself.

If I'm honest, Mr. Felix did it on purpose. He just wanted to know if his son remembered his birthday or not. It was a little exaggerated perhaps, but he only saw the affection of his children.

"Mia knows Papa's birthday isn't now. But when Mia comes here, Mia wants to surprise Papa. Since it was most likely on Papa's birthday, Mia could not come here to celebrate Papa's birthday. But Papa isn't happy anyway?" ask Mia.

"Where's Papa's grandson?" Mr. Felix asked back.

Mia sees Dion, Rian and Riri. Everything seems to be holding back laughter. It was as if they were confirming what was discussed in the car earlier.

"He came here to work as well. Not long. While Narendra and Naura also have to go to school," Mia said in self-defense.

"Can take a moment's clearance" said Mr Felix.

"Next time I bring them here, Pah," said Mia.

"When is that next time? Papa knows you're busy, Mi. But you should also know that Papa misses them" said Mr. Felix sadly.

"If the time was right, Papa would have met Papa's grandson. But now Mia's sister represents the twins to make a surprise for Papa. Papa's time is sad?" ask Riri.

"Ah, forgive Papa. Papa happy Mi. Papa is very happy," said Mr. Felix as he hugged Mia again.

Mia smiled happily in Mr. Felix's arms. Riri was envious again. He really misses his family. It's so exciting to be reunited like Mr. Felix's family.

Mah, Pah, wait for me. After college, I'll come see you. I'll hug you and take off all my misses. I'm sorry I left without any news to you. I know I was wrong. But my pain was too deep for me to act this stupid.

"Pus, here hug Papa too. Papa said you are also his son," said Mia disperse Riri's daydreams.

"Huh?" riri was surprised.

"There!" said Rian.

Rian brought the cake that Riri was holding. Letting Riri feel the warmth of affection from a father. Yes, Rian knows that Riri misses her family very much. He is not sure if today's events help Riri treat her longing for her family. He is more sure if after today Riri actually misses his family even more.

"Oh yes Pah, sorry. The birthday cake I ordered late. Luckily, Mpus bought this cake. This is Mpus' affection for Papa. Happy birthday, Pah" said Rian.

"Waaaw, thank you Pus. Papa is very happy. After years of no birthday cake, Papa finally got this special cake. Thank you, yes!" said Mr. Felix.

Yes, it is so the truth. Rian who often celebrates Mr. Felix's birthday is not used to preparing such a cake. The cake was ordered this time at Mia's request. Rian usually congratulates and gives a small gift to Mr. Felix.

"Well, sorry we didn't bring anything either. It was in a hurry so there was no time to buy gifts," said Mia.

"Ah, you guys are so annoying. So this is the only gift for Papa?" said Mr. Felix.

"Heem," Mia replied while nodding.

"Geez Mia, Rian, you are actually Papa's children, right? Why did Mpus bring the cake? Then I'll just change Mpus to be my son" said Mr. Felix.

"Yaaa, don't dong Pah. Yes, yes later I'm the same Rian bought a gift for Papa. Just something special" said Mia.

"Ah, late. Papa was already disappointed," said Mr. Felix.

"Don't lose. Soon to get old. The wrinkles are getting more and more," said Mia.

"Huh? Indeed yes?" asked Mr. Felix in surprise.

Everyone laughed, including Riri. She is one of the happiest new people today. Without him knowing if everything that happened was also one of their ways to comfort Riri.

Special and luxurious gifts with fantastic numbers have been prepared Mia. But of course Mia did not show in front of Riri. He did not want the luxury that Mia had made Riri feel worthless.

The anniversary celebration continues to the dinner held at one of Mr. Felix's favorite cafes. His friend's cafe provides Indonesian food. They all eat Indonesian food.

"Pus, eat a lot. Let's just say we're going home" whispered Mia.

Riri laughed over how much she missed her homeland. Bribe after mouthful of food that entered his mouth, filled with thoughts of deep yearning.

Rian and Mia immediately switched the conversation. They no longer talk about homesickness and family. Now Mia discusses college and post-graduation preparation at Rian and Riri.

"I want to be a great architect" Rian said.

"Serious learning. It's not easy to make a dream come true" Mia said.

"Surely dong Kak," said Rian.

"If you're Pus, what about college?" ask Mia.

"So far everything's fine, brother. I really hope that my grades can be satisfactory," said Riri.

"Do you have any plans for the future?" ask Mia.

"No, yet" Riri replied while shaking her head.

"You work with Mia. My wife loves fashion clothing. You must have a great boutique if the designer you two," said Dion.

Mia looked at Dion in disbelief. Is this how Dion made Riri confident but dropped Mia? In fact, Dion really knows that Mia is not good at fashion.

"Yes, you finished your college well. We will work together!" said Mia.

"Seriously?" ask Riri.

"Sure" answered Mia.

Although full of lies, but Mia trying to build the spirit of Riri. At least later he can provide space and capital for Riri.

"Ah, Mia is very happy. Thank you very much, brother," said Riri.

After dinner, Rian queues Riri to go home to Mr. Arics. It's not too late because Rian is afraid if it makes trouble for Riri.

"Pus, thank you for today. Papa is very happy with your presence," said Rian.

"I'm the one who should thank you. Your family is so nice and warm. I can feel that sincerity," said Riri.

"When you graduate, remember that Mia is waiting for her cooperation." Rian again reminded Riri about the cooperation.

Yes, Rian did not know the cooperation was true or not. To be sure, Rian only wanted to see Riri in the lecture spirit. Riri deserves a better life. She is sure that Mia will love Riri. If Riri is with Mia, Riri will be the one who is always happy. Mia's sincerity makes people around her feel comfortable and happy.

"Yes Mas. Give my regards to Mia and the others. I'm very happy today" said Riri.

"Yes. I'll tell you later" said Rian.

When Rian says goodbye, Riri receives a message if Mr. Aric was waiting for him inside the house. They both look at each other. Revealing her tension through the eyes only.

"Mas just go home. I'm in!" said Riri.

"I'm in. I'll explain everything to Mr. Aric," said Rian anxiously.

"Mrs. Aric doesn't need all that. Mr. Aric was just waiting for me. Yes, yes, home!" said Riri.

"OKs. If there's anything, don't forget to tell me" said Rian.

Rian left with a very chaotic mind. He was afraid that Mia would be punished by Mr. Arics. He tried to take a deep breath and think positively.

Hope you're okay, Pus.