
The twilight light began to radiate from the quiet windows of the luxurious cafe in the center of the city. Vienna sat at a comfortable table, staring at the glass of drink still full of its warm tea. His hands were trembling slightly from nervousness. That day was his second meeting with Mr. Surya, a 50-year-old man he had been betrothed to by his father.
As a 19-year-old, Vienna felt very awkward about the situation. He is young and full of dreams, while Mr. Surya is a man who has lived his life with all the success and experience he has. With modest dressing and well-groomed hair, Vienna strives to perform at her best in front of the man who will be her husband.
Instantly, the door of the cafe opened, and a handsome man with a neatly tied tie entered. He had a stern look and an impressive charisma. Mr. Surya, the wealthy CEO, calmly approached the Vienna table. Their gazes met, and he smiled in a friendly manner.
"Assalaamu'alaikum, Vienna" he said in a calm voice.
Vienna trembled slightly as she replied, "Wa'alaikumsalam, Mr. Surya."
They beckoned each other gently, and Vienna felt a rush in her heart. This was their second meeting, and his mood was filled with uncertainty.
They sat in comfortable chairs, and the cafe waiter immediately came to take their order. While waiting for their drink to come, Vienna tried to start a conversation.
"How are things today, Mr Surya?" try to make the conversation feel more relaxed.
Mr. Surya smiled and started talking about the weather and the development of the city. He tried to keep the conversation light, perhaps aware of the tension felt by Vienna.
Vienna, meanwhile, pondered inwardly. He felt far from his comfort zone, but he remembered that in the midst of all this uncertainty, he had to stay close to God. In his heart, he prayed that God would give him the strength to live this conversation wisely.
When their drinks arrive, they start talking about their interests and hobbies. Vienna tells the story of her college studies and how she was deeply interested in religion and spirituality. Mr. Surya listened attentively, and they began to find points of similarity in their interests.
"Religion and spirituality are also important to me" Mr. Surya said gently. "I believe that life has a deeper dimension than just material success. We may have a lot to discuss."
Vienna was a little relieved to hear Mr. Surya's words. They both may have significant age differences, but there seems to be a point of similarity in their values.
This second meeting went quite well, and they both felt that they had made progress in understanding each other. Although Vienna still felt awkward, he began to feel that Mr. Surya was a kind and open man. For her, maintaining closeness to God is the key to a happy and meaningful marriage, and she prays that God will guide her on this new journey of life.
They sat at the same table, enjoying their drinks that had come. Vienna looked at the cafe menu, looking for the next topic of conversation. Then, Mr. Surya asked gently, "Vienna, what about your dreams and aspirations in life? What do you want to achieve?"
Vienna looked into Mr. Surya's eyes sincerely, feeling a little nervous but trying to answer honestly. "I want to understand my religion more deeply and live a meaningful life. I want to serve God and have a positive impact on the world."
Mr. Surya listened attentively, and his eyes exuded a sense of awe. "It was a glorious dream, Vienna. I have great respect for the strength of your heart. Religion and spirituality are important aspects of life. How did you go on this journey?"
Vienna was pleased that Mr. Surya was interested in what he was telling us. "I try to read a lot of books about religion and talk to more experienced people. I also try to practice religious practices, such as daily prayer and remembrance. Those were the moments when I felt close to God."
Vienna felt increasingly comfortable in this conversation and felt that she could talk openly with Mr. Surya. "Do you also have any special dreams or aspirations in life, Mr. Surya?"
Mr. Surya smiled. "Of course, I want to continue to contribute in the business world and create opportunities for many people. But besides that, I also want to live a life that has a deeper meaning. I believe that true success is not only measured by what we achieve materially, but also by how we live our lives with good values."
They continued the conversation about their dreams and aspirations, finding that although their ages and backgrounds were different, there were points of similarity in the values they held. Vienna felt inspired by Mr. Surya's success and positive thoughts about life. He also feels happy that he can talk openly about his deep desires and dreams in himself.
Amidst their chatter, the sun started to dim, and the soft cafe lights started to light up. The atmosphere of the cafe is getting warmer, creating a comfortable space for their deep conversations. Vienna felt that this meeting was the first step towards further understanding Mr. Surya, and he felt closer to God in all circumstances.
Vienna and Mr. Surya sit at the same table in an increasingly dark cafe with dim lights that create a serene atmosphere. Vienna felt more comfortable talking about her journey in deepening her religion. He decided to talk more honestly with Mr. Surya about the moments when he felt close to God.
"I want to talk about my spiritual journey, Mr. Surya," Vienna said softly. "There are moments in my life when I feel close to God, moments that give me strength and serenity."
Mr. Surya nodded and listened attentively. "I'm glad to hear it, Vienna. For me, the spiritual journey is an important part of life. What can you tell me?"
Vienna began to tell about the moments when she felt closest to God. He told of the times he had been in the middle of the night, when the world around him was calm and his heart was at peace. He also told about the experience of praying, where he felt he could express all his feelings to God.
"There is great power in such moments" Vienna said with sparkling eyes. "I feel like God is always listening, and I know that I'm never alone in every ordeal I face."
Mr. Surya listened attentively, and his facial expression showed respect and appreciation. "I believe that we all have moments when we feel close to the Almighty. For me, it was a moment that helped us live life wisely."
They both kept talking about their spiritual experiences. Mr. Surya also shared about moments when he felt connected to something bigger than himself. They found many similarities in those experiences, and their chatter deepened.
Vienna felt that she had found someone she could talk openly about her spiritual journey. It was a special moment for him, where he felt that he could be himself without fear or discomfort.
Amidst their deep conversation, they noticed that the clock was already showing quite late time. Vienna felt that this meeting was a positive step in getting to know Mr. Surya better and understanding the spiritual values they hold.
Mr. Surya thanked Vienna for this meaningful conversation. "Thank you, Vienna, for your honesty. I am honored to hear your spiritual story. I hope we can continue this conversation at a later time."
Vienna smiled and nodded. "I hope so too, Mr. Surya. This is a meaningful meeting for me."
They left the cafe with a warm feeling and a heart filled with understanding of each other. Vienna felt that although she still felt awkward in this situation, she had found someone she felt could understand the values that were important in her life.