Chandanas

Reese (5)

"I think that's a wrong understanding. If everyone were like that, there would be no good people left in this world. There is such a thing as a limit. In every good deed you must keep stressing the limits on everyone you help, so that they do not GR and feel special. Never feel bad to emphasize your intentions that are just hollow and not flirting anymore. People sometimes if not told from the beginning like halu. Don't just be assertive with yourself, you also have to be firm with others," Ratih stared intently at Kiran. He seemed to allocate all his sentences to Kiran, blasting her with facts.

"Gue knows you're not talking to the Rabbit anymore but talking to yourself. Aren't you?" Ratih scares next to his eyebrows, Kiran only smiles awkwardly while nodding in embarrassment.

"Other times, never conclude anything yourself. You need the opinion of others, the opinion of the closest people you make additional consideration. Making decisions is not just about wrong and right, but the long-term impact that will be caused. Before being sure of the same thing, you think also in the future will be how," Ratih closed the unfinished fairy tale book he read and then put it on the table located next to Kiran's bed.

"Lo thoughtful was also the one. I have never been able to chat two directions as comfortable as this same person because there are not many people who are on the same frequency as me. I'm glad we're tense," Kiran gave her thumbs up. He salutes him and Ratih who is able to make friends and talk like this after all the complexity that happens between them.

"Gue also seneng we can cement," Ratih also gave his thumbs up, "Udah want to malem nih. I went back first, yes" Ratih grabbed his bag, time passed quickly until he did not realize it was almost dark.

Kiran nodded, "Yet more. The story has not abis," Kiran continued.

"Gue will come every day."

Ratih walked away from Kiran without waiting for an answer from the man. He was well aware that Kiran must have felt lonely while in the hospital, clearly visible from how he tried to make Ratih come just so he had friends.

Ratih also realized that now Kiran must fully consider herself as a friend, a friend who can be invited to tell stories and exchange ideas. Because if he doesn't, Kiran won't ask him to come. The only reason Kiran wants to be friends with Ratih is because the girl now seems no longer interested in Kiran as a man. He no longer views Kiran as the man he likes but rather the friend he wants to help to heal. That was how Kiran assumed, and so did Ratih who convinced her. Now they are friends, nothing less and nothing more.

With all his remaining feelings for Kiran, Ratih will do his best. Trying to be the listener and storyteller who will accompany Kiran in her worst time until later when the man has healed, Ratih will go and take off all her remaining joy.

In the following days, Ratih fulfilled his promise to Kiran. He comes home from school and reads fairy tale books to Kiran. He chose stories that had a philosophical meaning so that they could discuss the implied meaning contained in them. Discuss the contents of each mind to get one answer that is most likely even though its nature is not absolute.

At the same time, Kiran's wounds began to dry up. Due to his good mood and mental state, Kiran's recovery progress improved by leaps and bounds. He was also no longer lazy to eat because Ratih kept forcing him to swallow fruits and food from the hospital. Ratih's straightforward and assertive nature made Kiran subconsciously. Their friendship relationship is well and strong because they often share stories with each other. Neither Kiran nor Ratih planned or intentionally developed this, they only felt comfortable with each other as friends and listeners to each other's stories naturally. It all just happened. It was as if time was leading the two to become close and understand each other.

Liliana, who was initially constantly plagued by worries about her son's health, also felt the fresh breeze because of the development of Kiran's health, which showed positive signals. Now the middle-aged woman no longer feels stress and calmer when resting. As far as he could see, Ratih managed to bring positive influence to Kiran despite both insisting their relationship was only a friend.

However, as an adult, Liliana noticed something from both of Ratih's eyes, the maniknya shone an unusual light each time looking at Kiran. Highlighting the girl's eyes is not a highlight that will be aimed at a friend. However, on the other hand Liliana also realized that Ratih was trying hard to hide it, trying hard to deny her own feelings. While Kiran, his son only looked at Ratih as a friend, as a friend because there was no love in his eyes, but comfort. Liliana did not mind who her son liked as long as Kiran was happy. But if I may ask, he would be happy if someday the beautiful and kind girl who every afternoon took the time to visit Kiran would be part of their family.

Everything went well. Kiran's condition, his family's condition, as well as Ratih's condition. However, of the many things they had been talking about, Ratih was surprised because Kiran had never mentioned Chandana at all. Ratih also never found Chandana visiting Kiran to the hospital until he began to wonder what was between them. Not only the curiosity that Ratih felt, but the pity. Right now Kiran needs the support and presence of someone she loves. And that person is Chandana.

So far Ratih managed to hold his curiosity well until on Friday afternoon, when they were busy joking and telling stories about childhood events, Ratih suddenly asked, "Tell me about your first love."

In this case Ratih tried to be careful and not too frontal. He doesn't want to make Kiran feel uncomfortable and thinks he's asking questions because he wants to investigate Kiran's relationship problems. In fact, Ratih wants to ascertain the reason that makes Chandana never come. If Ratih can help, he will help bring them together because he knows Chandana is the person Kiran needs right now.

Hearing Ratih's question made Kiran's smile fade away. Although Kiran trusts Ratih, she is hesitant about whether telling her love problem to someone who claims to still like her about a month or two ago is the right thing to do. Kiran is afraid that hearing him talk about another girl will make him and Ratih feel awkward.

Noticing Kiran's concern, Ratih said, "You don't want to tell a story. I just feel weird, why doesn't he come when you need him again. If I can help something, I will help. If you need to hear, I'll hear."

Kiran breathed out slowly. By the way, now Kiran has been able to lean her back on the headboard or bed rest. He has been able to bend his stomach because some of the stitches have dried up even though he still should not move too much.

"Gue has never felt the same feeling of like or attraction of any woman since Elementary School, since the bad incident I spoke of. But one day, I felt a boost in me when I first saw his name. When I first saw his face. From then on everything about him felt very interesting, very inviting to be noticed and thought about. Every time I feel happy together. Happy is not just happy, more like something that makes me feel relieved and there is a sense of joy that overflows every time I see him smile let alone laugh. I always want to hold him and make sure he's okay. He's kind of central to all the happiness I feel. Maybe it's overkill, but all the things I've roused to him are his first time. And without a doubt I define my feelings as feelings of love," Kiran told me with a smile, she described her feelings with expressions and gestures, hoping that Ratih could understand the explanation.

"Gue tried to get close to him because I was in love again. Not because I wanted to steal his heart."

"Just a moment together I'm with him, we have to swallow the bitter reality that I have never imagined so far," Kiran looked at Ratih with eyes that began to change. The happy face muttered with a sad and hurt expression.

After hearing the whole story, Ratih pensively kept silent. As a listener, he should try to be neutral and understanding based on both sides. To be honest, Ratih was amazed that Kiran did not even shine the slightest hint of resentment and resentment towards Chandana even though the girl had covered up the fact that she should have said long ago. Kiran looks broken and desperate, as if she is struggling against logic because her conscience is taking over. Kiran wants to meet Chandana, she needs Chandana.

After successfully concluding the situation into his version, Ratih asked, "Lo want to see him? I think there's a lot you still have to talk about. I don't think this story is completely finished yet. He still has the right to explain and you still have the obligation to listen. He also said he never told me anything. For that from now on you should hear more from him," Ratih thrust the apple that he just finished peeling his skin to Kiran.

Kiran grabs the apple, "Let's love" and bites off one of the apples, "Gue wants to see her. I wanted. But does he want to see me? Especially in my horrible condition. Even I still wonder why you want to come here every day and take your time to talk to me. To this day I still cannot understand. I can't understand Chandana at all."

Ratih sighed, "That's why you need to hear him talk."

Kiran nodded, "Gue also wants to know what's on her mind. What is he hiding from me. But then again, only if he wants to tell me a story and meet me here."

Ratih looked at Kiran with eyes of pity. Looks like he has to do something to help these two lovebirds clear up their heart problems. Yes, he should help both.

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The cool air accompanied the journey of some students to the school. Saturday is indeed a beautiful day to go through because only on that day students can relax because the teaching and learning hours only last half a day.

There are not many things that you do while in class. He is still the prima donna of school but now the difference is, he no longer hangs out with some classmates who once claimed to be his best friend. Now Ratih chose to sit in a corner with a quiet girl who did not socialize much with others since the first year of school. Ratih feels more comfortable being there than being with fake friends who are only good when they want to.

After hearing Kiran's story yesterday afternoon, Ratih was determined to try to talk to Chandana. Although Naya has said that Chandana is now completely changed and confines himself even with Naya, Ratih is not daunted. He must straighten out Kiran and Chandana's problems as soon as possible because only then can he be absolutely sure to let Kiran go. He must make sure Kiran can be with the person he loves.

Shortly after the break bell rang, Ratih rushed towards Naya's class. He plans to meet Chandana in class because the girl rarely comes out of her nest, especially lately.

Ratih was still on his way when Naya called him. To his astonishment, he raised the call while continuing on his way.

"Hello? What's up?"

"So to class?"

"Yeah. It's me again the way. But I think turn the cafeteria and buy ice. I forgot to bring a drink."

"Mending doesn't have to go to class."

Trainly raised her eyebrows, "Why? Doesn't he want to see me? Or did he drop out of class?"

"opening. He doesn't even know if he wants to meet. The problem is that he's not going to school today."

"Huh?"

"Yes, he didn't go to school. Less know why too. No evidence at all."

"Let's go. Yes if so next time I meet him," Ratih closed the call with a little disappointment.

This means Kiran will have to wait again. Patience yes. But I must have tried to let you meet Chandana and solve all your problems. I promise.