Certainty of Love

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“Ohiya, Rayya you know with brother Ariq since when?”

Rayya who got a question from Bella was smiling, “I and Ariq know each other since two months ago. We met accidentally at a restaurant.” Answer Rayya.

“So is it true that he proposed to you yesterday when you were graduating?” Ask Cloe.

Rayya smiled back then she nodded, “Well that's right. I don't know the plan at all even to the point of being shocked because of it.” said Rayya.

“Kak Ariq does look romantic. He really appreciates you and we can see he keeps a lot of love in his eyes for you. I'm envious of you.” Bella.

“Why envy me?” Ask Rayya.

“I know today you must be surprised to see someone.” Bella smiled.

Rayya who heard that silently tried to act ordinary, “I don't understand what you said mbak.” Rayya.

Bella smiled then made Rayya look at her, “Try to look at me and tell me that what I said was not true.” Bella.

Rayya raised her face and looked at the smiling Bella, “Mbaak!” Rayya.

Cloe who does not know anything just stay quiet and become very curious, “Have you guys known each other before?” Ask Cloe curiously.

Bella and Rayya shook their heads compactly, “We just met today and just got to know each other today but I already know who Rayya.” is Bella.

Rayya kept quiet and looked at Bella who was smiling gently. There was no anger or anger there. But it actually makes Rayya more alert because the person who can hide his sadness, anger and frustration behind a smile is a dangerous person, “Hahahahah, do not look at me so Rayya. I know what's on your mind right now. Maybe right now you're thinking that I'm the most dangerous person to avoid. It doesn't matter if you think so because my smile mask makes people think so. But you need to know I'm not that kind of person. I knew before my husband married me he was rejected by a girl he admired so much. I admit the girl had such high courage that she dared to reject a policeman like my husband.” Bella said that still with a smile on her face.

Rayya who heard the words of the girl in front of him smiled and hugged Bella, “Sorry mbak!” Rayya.

Bella hugs Rayya tightly and then sheds her tears while Cloe grows more curious as to what is happening. He felt like a fool for not knowing anything.

Bella and Rayya took off their arms and they looked for a seat, “You know Rayya I still saw the love in my husband's eyes for you earlier when you arrived. I can also see you were shocked to meet him earlier. You certainly do not think that the world is narrow so that it brings you together with men who have the title of husband and men who almost become prospective husbands at the same time. They even have a close friendship. So the expression of the world is not as wide as moringa leaves is Rayya's fault. The proof is that you can meet them, right.” Bella said as soon as they sat down.

“Mbaak, I don't have any feelings for your husband. Maybe a year ago I had a relationship with him. But it's a relationship that doesn't need to be remembered. We only met twice. When we first accidentally met and at the end of our meeting to say goodbye to each other.” Rayya.

Cloe who heard that also now understood the discussion of the two women before him. Now he understands the relationship between the two, “Do you understand our relationship Cloe?” Bella asked that while smilingly staring at the nodding Cloe.

“I believe you Rayya. I don't blame you for my destiny. I am a fool for not having the courage like you to refuse the matchmaking that was offered to me. I am ambitious to have a State serviceman partner as soon as I heard my parents say that my candidate is a police officer immediately agreed to an arranged marriage even when I have not met and met my future husband.” Bella.

Bella laughs, “But it doesn't matter to me Rayya. Even if he doesn't love me it doesn't matter, the most important thing is that he treats me well. He respects me. That's enough for me. He and I were not meant to feel how it was to live in love with each other. He and I are destined to be husband and wife. We do it in the name of responsibility. Honestly, Rayya when I found your picture in her closet. I cried Rayya. I want to be evil and find out who you are. I want to harm you. But it turns out my conscience reminds me that you're not wrong.”

“You don't know my problem. Why drag you into our trouble. I cried Rayya. Heart hurts. I love him but he loves you. My pride as a woman is hurt. But somehow my pride as a wife actually laughed at me. He laughed at my rash decision. I don't blame you because what happened to me was my own fault. I love you Rayya. I don't regret obeying my heart's decision because it turns out you're this kind of girl. I might regret it if I followed my wish to find out who you are and vent it all to you. I'm sorry Rayya who had that evil intention to you.” Bella said that while crying.

Rayya was moved and immediately hugged Bella. He understood what the woman before him was feeling. Rayya could see the wound in Bella's eyes. Rayya wants to help but she doesn't know what to do.

“Rayya, don't cry or feel guilty to me. I don't blame you. I've accepted my destiny as an unloved wife. I have made peace with my destiny. I will live happily as long as he is my husband. It doesn't matter he doesn't love me the most important thing I love him.” Bella smiled sincerely.

“You are very good Bella. Your heart is very broad. I'm proud of you. I envy you who can make peace with the situation. If I was in your position maybe I wouldn't necessarily be able to do what you're doing right now. You're terrific. You can pretend you don't know even if you know everything. Forgive me for unintentionally being a thorn in your marriage. I really don't want this. If only I could choose I would choose not to know him so that you wouldn't feel this kind of pain. Even though I don't feel what you're feeling but I can understand how you're feeling right now. You're very good at doing your part well.” Rayya hugged Rayya.

Cloe who saw and heard that was moved and joined in hugging the two girls in front of him, “You are great!” cloe said.

“Already. Don't cry anymore. We go to this mall for fun. Why are you crying like this. Let's go shopping. We spend our money tonight.” Cloe said later after feeling that their cry was enough for today.

Bella and Rayya smiled and nodded, “Thank you for listening to my story Rayya, Cloe. We're friends!” Bella.

Rayya and Cloe nodded, “We're friends!” answer both compact.

“To celebrate our friendship, shouldn't we have the same things. Let's buy.” Bella smiled.

Rayya and Cloe nodded compactly. The three girls stood up and immediately looked for something they could buy to make memories as a celebration of the friendship between them. He smiled happily choosing things. There is no evil intention or envy for each other there is only sincerity and affection there.

***

While on the other side of the mall, the three men who had arrived from earlier and listened to everything were now looking at each other.

“Sorry, Ariq.” Farel looked at his friend.

Ariq smiled and patted his friend on the shoulder, “Why are you apologizing to me. Apologize to your wife. He is very good at making peace with your mass and even inviting him to be friends. Don't waste him. She is your wife you should love. You do respect him and he endures that respect. But until when did he do it. Until when he survives for that reason we don't know. Respect keeps him going but he also needs love and you have to give it to him if you want him to stay by your side.”

“I say this not because I am jealous of you who still hold feelings for my future wife. I won't get angry or force you to forget my future wife but at least try to love your wife. He sacrificed his life for you. He's even willing to pretend that you're comfortable with him. But you heard what he said he was sad he was hurt because of it. The heart of the woman is very soft Rel.” said Ariq.

“Ariq Correct Rel. You should try to open your heart to your wife if you don't want to lose her. I'm not supporting Ariq but look at your wife's love for you.” Connect Rendi.

Farel looked at the two friends and nodded, “Thank you for what you said. Honestly, I've been thinking about this for the past month. I'm used to him. Slowly the taste for Rayya disappears but I am not sure yet that I love my wife or not. I am just wavering today because I did not think that your candidate was Rayya, Ariq. Sorry about that. But believe me, I've been trying to get Rayya since I decided to get married. I'm also not the bad guy who would tie a girl while I'm still shackled with my mass. Your wife is in a match with me but I chose her myself. Rayya and I never had any sweet memories just that I had too high expectations and made it as the person I admired and loved. I admit that loving Rayya and forgetting her is hard for me but after I got married I started to forget her. Ariq, you believe me. I really don't intend to take it from you. She's your future wife and I already have a wife. Like you said that I won't find a girl like my wife again then maybe that's true. I'm gonna love my wife. Like my wife who took Rayya and Cloe as best friends. Let's turn our friendship into friendship.” Farel said at length.

Ariq and Rendi nodded, “We are friends!” said the two compact in the nod by Farel.

“I'm sorry Ariq. I promise I will forget your future wife and I will love my wife.” Farel said later.

Ariq smiled, “I know you will definitely keep what you say. I believe it.” said Ariq.

“Ohiya one more. You don't have to apologize to me, Rel, because Rayya was destined for me from the beginning. I met him first. But I relented when you told me you liked a girl named Rayya. I honestly pray that you can part with Rayya and she will be my soul mate. Prayaku. So I should have apologized to you, Rel. I'm sorry I cornered you.” Ariq.

Farel also laughed, “So basically I was just destined as a man who stopped in his life. So is he who is destined to stay only in my life. Destiny cannot be guessed. I congratulate you Ariq. Immediately apply for her and marry her before fate plays you.” Farel.

“Take it easy. I'll marry her.” Ariq.

“Okay. All problems are solved. Our partner has become a friend and we are also friends. So let's follow those women who left without permission.” Rendi.

“My wife's candidate has my permission from Ren. So only your partner is not.” Ariq.

“Wah, severe Rail. He boasted himself.” Rendi.

Farel smiled, “Already let it go. He's happy to be happy. Don't disturb his happiness.” Farel.

The three men laughed and soon followed their three women who had gone somewhere. No one really forgets the mass of people who are just trying to make peace. All must still have their own memories and places only we know which ones to prioritize.

***

Finally, after touring the men also found the existence of their women who were buying the same bag as an item that they would make their best friend.

“Let us pay.” Ariq was influenced by Farel and Rendi.

The three girls were shocked to see their partner who had suddenly been behind them and now each was making a payment.

Ariq, Farel and Rendi who have completed payment immediately to their respective partners and give it, “Thank you!” said the three girls were compact.

Farel smiled then looked at his wife gently. He only realized that he was too focused on Rayya so he did not see his wife. Well, the wife he's married to without her touching. Farel felt that because he had accidentally made a girl's life hurt. Farel promised to give his love to his wife. Farel immediately took Bella and the two of them immediately came out of the bag shop. The other four people followed from behind.

In the end, the six people spent two hours shopping before deciding to go home. Ariq and Rayya before going home still shopping Zayya orders first.