Constellations of Love

Chapter 41. Not enough just love

Days pass. Until the last week of June. In school students take the school year off until the middle of next month.

Laras and Bu Nur receive a new student registration. There have been eleven daughters who registered in Kindergarten A.

While Pandu's work increased with the extension of reproductive health in high school students in the sub-district. There is a public school and a vocational school.

After another program aimed at traveling around the village. If he is prevented from having an emergency patient, then the dentist or senior midwife with the nurse who took to the field.

It's the last day of the month. A news came from Pram. Surprising. After going through a debate with the threat of finally the girl agreed to do a DNA test.

The result was beyond Pram's expectations. The fetus was indeed the result of the accidental relationship between the two of them. On an unexpected hot night. It could be said that it happened because of the friend with benefit relationship between Sandra and herself.

Pram is certainly in great shock. The shadow he had to marry Sandra was much worse than when he was slaughtered papa when he was caught racing first.

Mama Papa urged that the wedding be held immediately even before Pram graduation. But the name of preparation certainly many things must be mentioned. Not only about the party, other equipment is also needed.

Both parents want to quickly inaugurate this relationship. They certainly do not know the big deal between the bride and groom after the day of birth.

The concern is that Sandra's stomach is growing. It will be a question until many people talk.

"Gue has told Sandra that this marriage is just a formality. Until the child is born. I also promised to support the boy. He's agreed. For a legally valid birth certificate."

"How's Bella going?" Pandu asked further.

"He was disappointed at first. I can understand it. Bella asked for time to think and consider all possibilities. Not giving any certainty. "

Pandu can understand. But still want to know the continuation of papa's plan.

"Are you ..ehm maybe mom or dad offered me the option to get her engaged to me?"

Pandu just wanted to know.

"Yes. Bella said it would take time for her to think about it."

Pram's startled guide responds flatly, emotionlessly to the impossible options their papa offers. More precise force papa.

"He should have refused. Just like me. It is not good to postpone something that cannot happen. You can understand that I already have Laras.

"Ehm I know that. I'm sorry. It must be heavy for everyone. But for my mom, Bella is like a daughter our parents never had. The decision is in both of your hands. I'm gonna learn to flirt...."

Pram's voice rang out in sadness. The sister almost gave up on the situation.

"Gue's gonna talk to Bella. This should be resolved soon. Please send me her cell phone number!"

Pandu decided to contact his sister's boyfriend. Talk about something important immediately. Delaying the discussion of this senseless plan would make them prisoners of the situation.

Not wise for anyone. Even to their parents. After all who will undergo all these consequences is Bella also Pandu. So they are the ones who have to decide. The two agreed to reject this impossible plan.

That afternoon also Pandu directly contacted Bella. There's no answer. So did the chat and SMS he sent. Deliv.

Guide until you have to confirm again the number given Pram. Afternoon today.

It's correct. Why doesn't Bella return Pandu's request to ask for talk time?

It is said that since late afternoon the contact of the sister was not also in Bella's response.

Pandu tried to understand. It's true that Pram's girlfriend needs time. The successive events that he had to receive because of Pram's actions must have been quite heavy for him. No matter how hard he tries to toughen up or become a hero at the beginning of the problem.

Until the next day there was no response.

Last friday of the week.

Pandu did not want to pressure Bella or Pram about their papa plan. That engagement.

While Laras was still busy when Pandu visited in the afternoon. He's going to a uniform confirmation place for a new student. Until the evening. The man waited faithfully. He helped bik Jum sweep the yard and collect dry leaves for compost.

"Why not call or send a chat. I didn't stop by Bu Nur's house. Even invited to do everything. Sorry yes."

"It's okay. I want you not to rush. How's the uniform done?"

"not yet. There is a shortage of stock for sports clothes. Tomorrow the tailor's going to the town market."

"Hem. Are there many new students?"

"Today there are eleven. With Gaby there will be twelve TK A's. There may be additional. Usually there is an additional at the end of the registration closing period."

"Are you going to teach Kindergarten A or B?"

"Bu Nur asked to remain. "

"It will be more difficult at the beginning."

"Yes that's it. The kids are not used to it. Especially making them disciplined and orderly does take time."

Pandu imagines how heavy the lover will handle the new students from various family backgrounds?

It takes struggle and patience. But it seems Laras is enjoying his choice of becoming a kindergarten teacher. At the bottom of his heart Pandu is proud of his lover.

The shower barrel. Afterwards he took Pandu to dinner with his grandmother.

The menu is simple. Lodeh nangka muda and fish cob seasoning tomato sauce. Delicious and filling. Do not forget there is crispy crackers to decorate the atmosphere. Of course eating with the lover is the most beautiful thing for Pandu. Should this end when the father imposes another option on him?

After eating, they cleaned in the kitchen. Grandma chose to rest in the room, while Laras invited Pandu to chat in the living room.

"Mas still busy counseling?"

"There are some villages that have not been visited."

Pandu tells how his team likes to visit a remote village. From the car that had mired in the streets of the muddy land to bring home by the harvest. Peanuts, tree ketelas to mangoes and papayas and bananas. It's almost certainly a sack full. As a result, all puskesmas personnel will be part.

The baras laughs occasionally. There is a funny story of the quarrels of mothers whose children compete to become the leader of cadet coral. Gossip pak village head who was double until his two wives almost together with giving birth to a mystical figure waiting for the village bridge. There's just. Until the team receives a citizen complaint. Out of context, sometimes. But that is unique in the village.

Pandu no longer wants to talk about his family problems. Let alone the latest thing about the ridiculous matchmaking trade-off.

He understands Laras is not very interested. Maybe you'll be angry like the other day.

He was just talking about his sister's graduation next week.

"So you're going back to Jakarta?"

"Yes, we're only on leave for a day. Fridays. The following Saturday graduation day. Sunday afternoon we are back."

"Yes carefully. Remember the souvenirs yes," Baras chuckled.

Pandu. His hand held the girl's fingers. Chest rippling. They both stared at each other inside. The eyes full of love Laras rained down on his heart.

A kiss on the right cheek of the boyfriend ended the date that night.

Palau and various questions in the mind of Pandu these few days make him ask his deepest feelings for Laras.

It turns out that he should fight. Doubt can't sneak anymore. Laras is the girl he wants to wade into the next day. The attitude and character of Laras is so impressive Pandu. Uncomparable. Nor can it be replaced. The girl gave a new color to her life. Earthy and unpretentious.

That girl is not just a filler of loneliness. It was at Laraslah that he found many things that he wanted to share in the future.

Knit stories and memories of the present and dream of a future together. Hopefully he is also the man that Laras wants to live in the present and the future.

Pandu.

Saturday morning there were emergency patients who needed serious treatment. Bleeding from the digestive system and vomiting does not stop overnight. High fever. The same patient a few months ago had come for treatment. Already Pandu make a referral to the city hospital. Indications there is a possibility of early stage colon cancer. Not done either.

Finally today the patient was immediately escorted by ambulance to the city hospital. Mr. Leo and nurse Jauri drove him.

Saturday afternoon. Pandu back to visit the house of Laras. The girl was doing light cardio exercises and ran around the dam. Pandu catches up with her by borrowing the girl's motorbike.

"Wait there, mom!"

The barrel waved from across the padang. Public places owned by the village are like public areas that are free in the access of local residents.

New guide to the entrance.

The man returned a hand. The girl's slim body was clad in a white T-shirt and white striped red training pants. Same sneakers, white color. Ponytail hair.

There were two teenage anglers who were seen fishing in the right corner near the trees.

Laras chatted with them after the two shouted in excitement when the fishing result was pulled. A fairly large fish mojair managed to move into a bamboo basket. The three laughed together when one of them told a chronological story of the bait being eaten by a target.

"You know them?" Pandu asked as the girl approached.

The breath of Laras was slightly puffed up.

"Most villagers know each other, mas."

"Ehm yes. Yes. .. that's living in the village. Try it in a big city. Even the neighbors do not know each other. Only glimpses. Just say hello. There is sosmed. The near feels far away. But what's so far away feels so close."

Pandu said long as if to himself.

Barrel smiled, "All there are advantages and disadvantages. In the neighboring village taste brother, mas."

"True...ehm still want to continue?"

"Will you wait? Just three rounds. I can go fishing with Jono and Dayat, too!" Laras mentioned the two teenage names.

"Foolah. I wonder how they are. Looks cool."

The barrel ran back. Maybe for two or three more rounds. To fit the training target.

While Pandu is busy conversing with two teenagers who are still fishing spirit. Sometimes he pulls the fishing line. Exclaims. It turns out that this simple activity can also eliminate fatigue. Full of interaction and not felt Baras has participated nimbrug.

Until the evening. The two teenagers split the fish for Laras and Pandu. Two of the eight fish moved into the hands of Baras. The mujair is medium-sized.

"Later we burn the mas. With grandma."

Laras was happy.

They go home.

"Make a weekly night yes" said Pandu.

"Yes." Yeah."

They both laughed.

Grandma was happy. Immediately help the grandson to burn fish in the backyard. Make a seasoning to be applied to the fish that has been cleaned Barrel. Pieces of tempeh some seeds are added. Tomato sauce and cucumber pieces become friends of the side dish.

Be after that the three of them had dinner. Light conversation going on. Grandma told me that while grandfather was still around, they often filled the weekend with fishing. There's a goldfish pond and a mojair in the backyard. Occasionally next door neighbors will join the catfish.

What a beautiful memory. Simple yet full of familiarity.

"Ehm, Grandma looks like Pandu mas also have to learn to fish ya."

The girl stared fixedly at the lover who was greedy to eat fish.

"really. At any time studying with Jamil can also be," said grandma.

"Isn't lik Sapto a husband bik Jum a fishing expert? Let Laras and mas Pandu ask to be taught him only, Grandma!"

Scout relieved, the girl is sensitive to what is on her mind.

Grandma often mentions Jamil on many occasions. Although in his heart Pandu has determined that the man is no longer on the list that he should be jealous of but the gap to it remains. Moreover, he had never heard of Jamil having someone special. Boyfriend or fiancee or whatever may be a future wife. Don't-don't ..ehm. Jamil's liver is.....Barrels.

Pandu was unable to shake that thought.

"Where are you going fishing with me and lik Sapto? How to daydream. The grilled fish is delicious huh?"

Laras laughs.

"Eh uh.yeah. Ja. It's really fresh. Thanks though. The sauce is delicious too."

Pandu smiled glancing at the girlfriend. The barrel codes by winking. The girl really made him happy. Understand the heart of Pandu.

"See later if lik Sapto can take off on Sunday. Expedition drivers like him are always busy on holidays" said grandma.

"Try later Laras asked bik Jum ya."

"Looks like we can fish near the river behind Polsek's office?"

"Do you know that place?" ask the girlfriend.

"Yes. There are mas men often stories."

"Hem, yeah. Fishing on the river and river is a little different. Need to be patient and patient" continued the grandmother.

"Quiet grandma. Mas Pandu definitely can. Aren't you, mas?"

"Yes.apparently fishing is also exciting. We can enjoy it sometime."

He smiled back at the girl. Barrel chuckling.

Simple things like this that often make him miss and love the girl more. Laras began to understand Pandu.

Chat continues. Laras invites Pandu to the living room after finishing berberes and shower.