Halal Me With Your Parent's Ridho

59. It turns out he was right

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POVS. Setyo 2's

" It's been a long time waiting. "

" Mad. "

A small pat on my shoulder resuscitated me from my daydream, I stuttered as the figure I was waiting for was already beside me. Following me who was already standing from the sofa, I rubbed my nape because it felt like a thief who was caught while stealing.

" How is it ready ? "

" Already, but drink the coffee first. "

Positioning my body back to where I was sitting, a glimpse of the knot smile back greeting in my eyes. Unknowingly, a smile fell on my face as I began to sip the coffee that was still puffing the smoke.

" Ehmm........., why Mas ? "

" mmhhh, why ? "

" Wong was asked unanswered and asked, Why is Mas Setyo smiling ? "

" Owh. How is it ready, when we leave. "

" Alright, I'll take my bag upstairs first. "

What a fate what was happening to me, something I had long tried to bury in - just being present in front of me. She who is now completely different from the one I last saw, but the smile remains the same, still as sweet as the girl who has always been the queen in my heart.

Her body remains as small as it used to be, even now it looks thinner even though it is covered in a long headscarf. One that makes me a little doubt if it's my girl, she was a very cheerful girl and tends to installment. But now she grew into a graceful girl, who acted considerately and her nature looked so calm.

Unknowingly I got up from my seat, to watch him leave with my niece. Yes she was Khodijahku the girl who became the queen in my heart, really during this time to turn her into what is now a mature girl graceful, beautiful, meek, and looks very calm.

Wait, I have to realize from all this if he doesn't recognize me. But I saw a strange glint as our eyes whistled, I saw a deep sadness in those eyes. But why could he still smile on his face as he left.

" Come on, I'm ready. "

" Ehhh come ..... "

" Why did it look like something was being thought of ? "

" It's okay, yeah let's go. "

I drove my car leaving the alley next to the dormitory to drive down the big road. Yes this morning we will visit Lenni's parents, I understand the purpose and purpose of Lenni's parents telling me to come to see them.

Lenni was the son of my parents' second friend, after the incident my parents tried to bring us closer together. And the result is this if we say we are dating is not also arguably like that, but if you say ordinary friends also can not.

I know Lenni put his heart on me, but my heart has its own queen.

At the beginning of our acquaintance, I had already told him that maybe I could not have more taste in him. But he patiently stayed by my side with me who had fallen because I had to leave the girl I loved. That's why I became closer to her, I forced my heart to open for her but never could.

" We should stop by the mini market first, to buy some goods. "

" Yes, it's up to you. Oh yes, he said until he invited a child, did Jasmine come with Mas ? "

" Yes, he left with me, but he went with his Master Mother, but I forgot his Master's name. "

" Maybe he left with Dance. "

" Owh...... Yes, the name of the teacher who went with him. "

Soon I turned the steering wheel in an SPBU to refuel my car. Finished refueling, I parked my car in front of a mini market located in the SPBU area. I took out a card and I gave it to Lenni.

" Use this buy some by - by for your parents my date of birth PIN." I threw my card at him.

" No, I have money. "

" Not wearing this, it is unethical that we visit without carrying a hand. I'm gonna go to the toilet for a second. "

I took my foot to the toilet next to the mini market. I washed my face with tap water to give it a little freshness. Because to be honest since the incident I've been feeling really nervous. I looked at my face in the mirror, and the image came again.

I walked out of the toilet, sat in the chair in front of the mini market I saw Lenni was still busy shopping. My mind was wondering how the next story in my life, how fate could be like this. I took a cigarette out of my jacket pocket, picked up a stick and started lighting it. Sipping on the distinctive scent of tobacco managed to unravel a bit of the complexity that I was now feeling.

" is .... " While pouring coffee drinks in a bottle that became my favorite drink when driving away drowsiness.

" Thank you, is it done ? "

" I'm sorry I bought this much. "

" It doesn't matter. "

" Save it first, "

" But Mas. "

" It's okay, what's your job ? "

" Alhamdulillah Mas, my teaching partner who is now a very competent person so we become a partner who can complement each other. He is 2 years younger than me but he is very mature, although the person is quiet but good at putting himself. The kids loved it too, especially Jasmine. "

" Own ........ "

" His person who had left with Jasmine, Ma'am Dance her name. "

Seg ....., deg ..... deg .......

I snorted my half-stick cigarette into the ashtray, and immediately I drank Lenni's coffee quickly.

Uuhhukkk, uuhukkk,

" Slowly drink it. " Lenni said worriedly as she patted me on the shoulder.

Just hearing his name, my blind heart pounding, I felt like this was the beginning of my life again. I took Lenni immediately into the car back to continue our journey, because the journey we took was still quite long.

It was found in a house with a spacious courtyard compared to other houses. Lenni son of a village chief, no wonder if the house looks striking compared to other CVC crng. We got out of the car and were greeted by a pair of middle-aged, fibrous members of another Lenni. Which managed to make me a little surprised, whether the arrival has been so awaited until - until all the members there are all.

I am Salami Lenni's father, his mother and later other family members. We were welcome in, and now I'm talking to Lenni's father and some other male members of the Lenni family. We talked about a few things about work and a lot more. And I think I already understand why my arrival is now very much awaited by this family.

" Setyo is still on the site ? "

" Yet Ren, after this I will undergo education beyond about 6 months. But the date is still not a deal. "while I put the table cup on the coffee.

" Is there no recruitment for new personnel ? "

" Every year there is a Ren, but you know for yourself how the acceptance system in my company is stricter than other companies. "

" Yes Mas, but comparable to the inkam obtained by Mas, I have twice participated but have not escaped as well. "

" Patience, the important thing is not to get discouraged and stop trying. "

We were still talking about things like that, until all the women in the family were sitting in the living room. I feel a different atmosphere now, maybe this is the core of my arrival.

" Setyo, I hope you don't misunderstand my words right now. "

" Of course Mr Lik, what is it ? "

" I think the relationship between Sampean and Lenni has been going on for a long time without a clear status. A binding setatus between the two of you, and I think your age is also ready for a marriage. "

" It's not our intention Lo Mas Setyo to force Sampean but Bulik think Lenni's age is enough to make a household. "

And sure enough my guess, surely this is what makes them invite me here. honestly my position is very gamang at this time especially the events of this morning success also adds to the complexity that I feel.

I saw everyone in this room hanging high enough expectations on me especially the girl who was wrapped in a navy veil.

" Yes Mr. Lik, Miss Lik I can understand the concerns of you all. But I'm sorry I haven't been able to do what this family hoped for. "

I took a deep breath pausing my words, confused as to how I felt. I can't refuse it but I can't accept it either.

" What else would I have an unethical education like if I ....... "

" I didn't ask Sampean to marry our daughter immediately but tie her up with an engagement bond. "

" Mister Lik, this is a big thing for my life. I had to involve both my parents and my family in deciding. I hope Mr. Lik, Ms. Lik and family understand what I mean. "

" Must be Mas Setyo, we hope to soon find a bright spot as well as clarity in this relationship. "

" Of course Mr. Lik. "

Maybe that's all I can do to buy a little time until I make sure of something. After Maghrib we say goodbye to return to Kediri because there are still many things that I have to take care of in my current time off. We were taken home by all the Lenni family without exception. I made my car leave the village road, towards the main road that leads to the city.

During this trip Lenni was more silent, no more smiles on his face. Yes he must be disappointed with the answer I gave earlier, but I really don't want to hurt him. She's a good girl, although her attitude tends to be firm but she's actually a soft-hearted girl.

I turned my car into a cafe that was trending in the mass now a cafe on the hill with a view of the city lights below. I saw his face a little surprised when I found out I was turning, at least we need to talk to each other. We went down he walked behind me, one by one the stairs, we arrived at a gazebo that had a brilliant view of the city lights that look beautiful in view from here. I ordered some menus and of course coffee that was always able to calm my mind.

We just fell silent with each other's thoughts, until the food and drinks we ordered started to cool down. I exhaled repeatedly, trying to fill up more of my lungs with oxygen. And I decided to tell her everything so she could understand my position. I took my wallet and I put a picture in front of him. .........

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