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"The Voice" Sian Story (Seventy)

  Throughout the event, Olivia continued to enjoy it with joy. Although he could not see it clearly, but listening to the sound of music and also the frenzied sounds around him that are so lively can make Olivia feel happy. As a human being, he often demands more in his prayers. But he realized that there were times when he could not ask God for everything, until in the end he decided to accept whatever God had given him. After all he still had other sense organs, so he did not need to be too lamenting the fate of his two eyes that were deformed due to a robber attack when he was five years old. That night his mother and father had just returned from his grandmother's house in the village. Because her grandmother was sick, they both came home a little late at night. Little Olivia, who was at home with her aunt Fiona, heard the sound of a car that belonged to her parents in the yard

met his parents downstairs, because he missed them so much. But, unbeknownst to the residents of the house, it turns out a flock of robbers are busy collecting valuables that are in the house. When Olivia's parents entered the house, they were surprised by the figure of a group of robbers who were so terrible. Olivia's father immediately contacted the police to report the robbery at his home. The robber shot Olivia's father before Olivia's father contacted the police. Seeing her husband helpless, Madam Yvonie became hysterical and immediately shouted for help to her neighbors. Panicked, the robber decided to shoot Yvonie too so that she would not keep screaming and wake up all her sleeping neighbors. Olivia who saw all the events was only able to cry bitterly on the top floor without caring for the two robbers who began to move up to eliminate her as well. Then when the two robbers were already nearby, little Olivia immediately ran towards him

room to hide. But his irregular footsteps caused him to tumble down and his two eyes hit the edge of the chair. Seeing Olivia covered in blood, the two robbers panicked

soon passed away without helping Olivia who was sobbing because her eyes were sore. Since then, Olivia has suffered corneal damage and cannot see clearly. At first he could still see, although sometimes what he saw became blurred or he could only see only five meters from where he stood. But the longer, the damage to the cornea gets worse. Doctors have advised Olivia to have cornea grafting surgery. But because of the limited cost, finally Olivia had to survive with both eyes that increasingly dimmed it.

Prok prok prok

            The boisterous sound of applause managed to shock Olivia from the long daydreams of her past. The woman then further sharpens her listener's senses so that she can listen to the welcome being given by Tiffany. When she heard Tiffany's voice for the first time, Olivia could already imagine

if Tiffany is a beautiful woman who is graceful and also educated, because every word that Tiffany said is all strung so beautifully and Tiffany also said it with a good pronunciation. But suddenly Olivia remembered Madame Han who was currently guarding the store alone. Being too enthusiastic to watch the opening of Tiffany's new boutique, Olivia forgets her time and also forgets her duties. In a hurry, Olivia began to pass one by one the invited guests present there while first apologizing to them for disturbing their comfort. Faintly when Olivia was about to walk out of the boutique, Olivia could still hear the MCs screaming

welcoming the arrival of Sian who will go up to the stage to hand over a special bouquet of flowers to Tiffany.

            “This morning I brought a special flower for my lover and also I will propose to her in front of all of you.”

            The boisterous sounds of applause and a seductive whistle instantly echoed throughout the room with a frenzy. Olivia, who heard that, could only smile thinly while lamenting her fate that would never get such special treatment from any man because there would be no man

want to get close to a blind girl like her. Then without waiting any longer, Olivia immediately walked towards the yellow taxi that had been waiting for her since.

            If only God had given me a chance to be like Tiffany. Olivia's mind was lethargic while staring blankly at the outside scenery that seemed to be in constant motion, following the pace of the taxi she was riding.

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            “Tiffany, will you marry me, be my life partner in times of sadness and hardship, and be the mother of my children?”

            Tiffany closed her mouth in disbelief as she stared in amazement at Sian who was currently resting in front of her while thrusting out a white diamond ring that looked so beautiful. The voices of the attendees were mutual, shouting for her to accept the ring immediately and accept Sian as her future husband. But he doesn't want to rush too much, he wants to enjoy this moment a little longer, because it's definitely not going to happen twice. Although Sian could repeat it, but it definitely would never be the same as it is today.

            “I want Sian. I want to be your wife.”

            The boisterous sound of the invitations cheering accompanied the happy atmosphere that surrounded the two human children who were currently sharing warmth together by hugging each other. While hugging her lover's body, Sian whispered softly in Tiffany's ear melodiously.

            “Darling, I'm happy.”

            “I'm happier than you. Emm, I really can't wait to be your wife.”

            “I promise I will be the best husband for you.” whispered Sian full of promise in Tiffany's ear. It was a happy day for Sian and Tiffany. Everyone immediately scrambled to greet Tiffany and Sian as a form of their happiness for the happiness of the harmonious couple. Then at the end of the event Tiffany announced to everyone that tonight she will hold a dinner party at a Japanese restaurant located not far from her boutique. He wanted to share his happiness with everyone today. He wants everyone to know that he is happy and he wants others to be happy for his happiness.

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            In the evening Olivia was eating her own dinner in complete silence. The sound of the twang of the spoon that collides with the surface of the plate makes the atmosphere quiet around it become more alive. Tonight the neighbors are not as noisy as usual. Whether because they are too tired with their activities today or because they are not in the mood for a fuss, Olivia does not know. Living in a slum like this makes Olivia always hear the noise of her neighbors who are fighting or the sound of crying toddlers are so loud at night or in the morning. Clearly, this village is so noisy. But Olivia had no choice but to buy this house because of the cheap selling price. In fact, he was very lucky at that time because he was able to meet with Mr. Robert, the owner of this tenement. Mr. Robert was a kind-hearted man who owned a collection point for second-hand goods. Some of his neighbors who lived here were scavengers who worked for Mr. Robert. Some children who drop out of school usually prefer to work for Mr. Robert because Mr. Robert is very kind. He always helped his neighbors who needed help sincerely, so that many citizens felt indebted to Mr. Robert. And those who could not repay the help given by Mr. Robert with money, chose

to give his power free of charge to repay all the services of Mr. Robert to him. But Olivia herself did not deal with Mr. Robert very often. After the house became his, master Robert never appeared again before him. Only occasionally did Olivia hear Mr. Robert's voice greeting her as she walked past her house. And according to Olivia the man was indeed kind. Unfortunately, according to his neighbors, Mr. Robert had no family at all, so sometimes they were concerned if Mr. Robert suddenly fell ill and no one took care of him.

            “Huh.”

            Olivia breathed slowly. Being in this dark world alone makes Olivia more often busy his mind by thinking about others. Though in hindsight, his life was also not much different from that of Mr. Robert. He lived a long life and had nothing. He was blind and completely

not having anything to help others. Sometimes he feels annoyed with his own life that is not useful to others, and instead bothers others. But, what should he do? If only God

giving him the opportunity to be useful and meaningful to others, he will never waste that opportunity. He swore he would do his best.

            “God thank you for the blessing of the food you have given today. I hope tomorrow will be a beautiful day for me. Amin.” Olivia prayed before she cleaned up all her cutlery and went to bed.