Dilemma (Between Friends and Love)

Dinners

Son, can't you delay your return to the city. I still miss you." Mom said when she heard I was going to town this morning.

"Mom, honestly Lia also still wants to linger here. There are so many jobs in the City that Lia has to do immediately, but Lia promises that there is free time Lia will come to see Mom and Dad again."

I held Mom's hand with the intention of calming her down. "Lia asked for Mother and Father's blessing to return to the city."

"Go, son. May you always be healthy, happy, and safe." Said the Father while stroking my head.

"Thank you, sir."

Then I looked at Mother who was still reluctant to let me go again to the city. Seen Father rubbed Mom's shoulder.

"Let her, ma'am. Don't restrain your child, let him freely choose his way of life. So that she does not depend on others, become an independent woman. Let him choose what he wants, as long as he is still on the right path." Said the Father while patting Mom's shoulder.

Mom looked at me gently, then rubbed my head. "Mother give your blessing to return to the city. But remember Mom's message, take good care of yourself. Do not be arrogant and remain a humble person, keep ethics and manners wherever you are. Appreciate others when you also want to be appreciated. Sometimes in our lives do not just look up, but look down, there are many people out there who are still lacking. Help and embrace them, son."

I nodded at the precious message from Mother. "Help them, son. Take advantage of your current position to provide employment for them. I'm sure you can do all that, and be an inspiration to everyone."

I was really very satisfied with Mother's words. The tender and sincere heart of a mother is beyond doubt. My mother was my inspiration, the love and affection she gave me was so immensely undeniable.

"Thank you very much, ma'am. Now Lia says yes." After kissing the hands of Mom and Dad, I immediately walked to the car that was parked in front of the house.

But suddenly Mom ran up to me. "Lia." Call her.

"What's up, ma'am?"

Mother thrust a green knitting scarf at me, my eyes glazed over at the sight of the scarf.

It's a knit scarf Mom made, I used to love wearing it. And Mom always complimented me on being beautiful when wearing that scarf. I hugged Mom tightly, my heart was a little shaky to go to the city. Still not ready to leave Mom and Dad again.

This longing is still untreatable, but what power due to work I have to immediately return to the city. I received the scarf with a happy smile, ah my beloved scarf.

"Be careful, son. I love you so much."

"I love Mom too."

After I got into the car, Aldo drove slowly. Let me keep staring at Mom and Dad in the car, until the car gets further away, then Mom and Dad are not seen anymore.

Seeing me cry, Aldo rubbed my shoulders. "Aldo, it turns out very heavy yes far from the parents. You know, my journey to get everything I have right now is very difficult. But because of the support and prayers from my parents, I was able to realize what I wanted to achieve."

"Yes, Talia. You and your parents are great. And now my great woman can't cry anymore, yeah." To wipe my tears.

"Aldo."

"Hem?" Focus driving.

"How about we have dinner tonight? Our first dinner as lovers."

"Well, it's exactly what the princess wants." Goda.

"Haha…." I laughed seeing his behavior.

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I was surprised to see the clock showing at 8pm, because I promised Aldo dinner at 9pm.

"Why don't my clothes look good."

After almost fifteen minutes I finally got the clothes that fit me for dinner tonight, then I started using natural makeup for my face.

Finish getting me straight into the trunk, and start driving my car. I really can't wait to see Aldo tonight. He will be very handsome.

My car pulled up in front of a five-star restaurant, and I was in a bit of a hurry to get inside because I knew I was too late.

Sure enough I've seen Aldo sitting while stirring coffee in a cup, well he must have waited a long time.

"Aldo, I'm sorry you've waited so long." I sat down in front of Aldo.

"Ah, it's okay. I'll be patient even if I have to wait years for you." Goda.

Vaaahhh…. Since when Aldo became good at teasing like that, he really made it hard for me to breathe.

"Well, why does your face turn red like that. You just I'm teased, I haven't hugged."

"Already Aldo, don't tease me. You better order food for us."

"Alright princess."

Aldo immediately called the waiter who was holding the food menu, then me and Aldo began to choose food and drinks. After agreeing to choose food and drink, the waiter went to make an order.

"Aldo." Call me.

"Yes, Talia?"

"You are now my lover, and there is no way you will continue to be my servant. So it's money for you to open the business you want." I said while giving a million rupiah in a brown envelope.

Aldo looked surprised. "What does this mean? So you're ashamed to have the lover of a shop clerk."

I shook my head to deny all Aldo's words. "It's not so, Aldo. Listen to me carefully. You are a man who will one day be the leader of the household, and also will definitely give a living to your small family. So I give this money as capital for you to open a business, please do not misunderstand and feel insulted by what I do. Think of it as the fruit of your patience, clarity, perseverance, and struggle all along. Please, you accept yes. To be successful together."

Aldo looked at me with a difficult gaze to interpret, it made me afraid that Aldo would misunderstand me.

"You've been really nice to me, Talia. All right I'll take this money, but once I've built my business, I'll replace it soon." He said while holding both my hands.

I smiled at Aldo's words, he was a wise man. He always amazed me.

"And I promise you, I'll be a successful businessman. I won't let you down."

"I believe in you, Aldo."

Passion for you Aldo, I am sure with effort and hard work you will realize what you want. Become a successful entrepreneur. I pray for your success and happiness, good luck.

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