Honey Semanis Tubes
COMPANIONS
After parking the car in front of the gate, Kinanti's steps momentarily came to a halt. He looked around, where he used to go to school, SMPN 24 Palembang.
In the past, there was only a circular flower garden that welcomed students in front of the school gates. Today, the park has been transformed into more beautiful. In addition there is a flower garden, in the middle there is a fountain that flows from a small pond.
The student toilet is still left the same as it was decades ago, only the paint has changed color. However, the classroom building was clearly already much different. Now, the school building has been three stories with a field that is no longer a muddy land.
Kinanti paved the school yard block to the teacher's room. While walking, he called Rosalina for a late permit to the office. The Twins followed him. Today, the two compactly pigtail their horse hair. So, at a glance, they are like identical twins. Only a mole on Arqee's wrist distinguishes the two.
To the right of the trail, a crowd of boys watched two teams play football. Then, the right side of the two-story building was filled with plants and colorful flowers. In the past, the days of Kinanti were spent in that field. In fact, it was the first time in the history of the school that the chairperson of OSIS was led by a student. The student was none other than Kinanti herself.
Rows of hibiscus lee kwan yee dangled from the top floor, covering part of the lower-class corridor. Making the impression of shady and beautiful school atmosphere. After enjoying the school landscape, they arrived at the counseling room.
A familiar teacher was waiting for his arrival. After talking about the memories of school with his teacher, Kinanti sat waiting in the room.
On the other hand, Mira and Karin also get off the red Coupe in the school parking lot. Sunglasses in the shape of the letters D and G from a well-known brand frame its thin face. Black blazers combined with red capri match the color of the lips make his appearance look intimidating. He and his daughter walked the path that Kinanti had traveled.
His striking appearance did not distract the crowd of students who were watching football. There was whistling and boisterous between them as Mira and her daughter passed by.
But both of them don't care about it. The same teacher was waiting for him at the door.
Inside the counselling room, a familiar voice in Kinanti's ear was heard at the end of the door. He was surprised to see the figure there.
“Mba Mira?”
“You?”
“So, this is your child?!” ask them together.
Kinanti and Mira were both shocked and each looked restrained in anger. The Twins sit next to their mother who massages the temple. Karin looks arrogant just like Mira with her hands folded in front of her chest. He stared at Sharqee.
However, it is seen, only turn your face towards the window, occasionally correcting the location of the glasses.
Kinanti adjusted her breathing to keep calm. He and Mira sat facing each other, while Master BK sat down to mediate between the two.
“I was not surprised when Arqee told me about the classmate in question. Naturally so, it turns out you are his mother, Mba.” Kinanti's lips moved slowly with a look of disdain.
Hearing that, Mira was struck with emotion. “Gua didn't even think it was your son. Congenital cake perfect, it turns out his son barbarians too!” reply Mira no less fierce.
“Kor if my son is that cake, he took his brother! Which sister is not angry, see her brother reviled. I don't think there is, yes, a fourteen-year-old kid could-can-bully another kid to your kid, Mba!” Kinanti replied to Mira's words while glancing at Karin.
“Mommy ...” Karin struggled on her mother's arm because she heard Kinanti's words.
“Sabar, Mom. We'll solve the problem with a cold head. My goal is to bring the two of you to school to reach the point of completion. Not even to improve the situation.” The teacher tries to break up the feud between Kinanti and Mira. Although there were no signs of jotos fighting, an aura of hostility was clearly visible.
“Karin, Arqee, and Sharqee, go back first to class. Later you guys call again,” continued the teacher cool the atmosphere. The three girls nodded obediently, then walked out of the BK room. Now, only Kinanti, Mira, and the teacher remain.
“So, what do you want me to do? Tell Karin to apologize to your son? Nope! You don't see my daughter also hurt because of the jam-jambuk action, Hah!”
“Opressed by his own work, Mba! What's wrong with my daughter? He doesn't interfere with your son's business. But, look at your daughter's behavior. Mocking her as a dumb girl in front of a lot of people, then tearing up her notebook.” Kinanti's tone began to be full of emotion.
“My daughter spoke the truth! What do you say, masterpiece? Obviously my son is disgusted to see people sokan nulis story use English modal gugel translate doang. Self-conscious if you are not able, not even kepedean,” sneer Mira with a contemptuous look.
“Mba Mira!” Kinanti stood up raising her hand like she was about to hit Mira. Fortunately, it was swiftly anticipated by the Teacher BK.
“Quiet, Ms. Mira and Kinanti. Let's solve this problem in an adult manner. For Ms. Mira, in this position, Mother's son was indeed proven guilty. I'll call them in to forgive each other. In this case, Karin must apologize to Sharqee first,” said the sapodilla-skinned man was wise.
“Sorry, Sir. I don't accept. My daughter was also injured. This girl is playing physically, while my daughter is just talking stupid. That time is already baper. They are obviously looking for trouble.” Mira snorted while pointing towards Kinanti.
“Alright, Miss Mira, if there is no way out even if just an apology, it looks like the school will give a suspension to Karin if Mother remains adamant like this.” The glasses guy said firmly.
“Please, Sir. I was also preparing to move Karin to another, more bona fide school. Excuse me!” Mira passed away leaving Kinanti and the teacher. He stepped up with his chin raised while wearing his glasses.
Teacher BK shook his head. Meanwhile, Kinanti just sighed.
“Kinanti, I will discuss this with the children. Sorry if this meeting does not bring a bright spot,” said the man slowly.
Kinanti nodded slowly, then left to hand over business to her BK teacher during school first. Again, he seemed to feel deja vu. In the past, he also entered the BK room with the same problem because he defended Laras. Now, he saw the figure of Arqee in him defending his brother.
The man who was about to retire drove Kinanti up to the school gate. After this, he planned to give a little encouragement to Karin and the other students.
Right after the break bell was over, the children entered the classroom and returned to their seats. Then, class VIII B—class Karin and the Kembar— attended by teacher BK. The class looked suddenly quiet.
It seems they already know the purpose of the presence of the BK teacher. Arqee and Karin's fight a few days ago was quite horrendous for the school.
“Good morning by noon, Kids.” The glasses guy started the conversation.
“Again, Paaak,” authenticate them simultaneously. After that, whispers ensued between them about the incident between Karin and Arqee in the princess toilet.
“It just so happens to be empty hours, so I have a chance to chat with you guys.” Teacher BK spoke casually so that the classroom atmosphere was not tense.
Some of the students who had been bowed, changed their sitting position to be more relaxed. The atmosphere remained silent in the next few minutes. Only the sound of the ticking of the clockwork and the sound of the sayup from the next class was clearly heard.
“Kids, there is an old saying, adab used to be new science,” said the teacher started the conversation. He took a breath, then continued his words.
“Remember those words wherever you are. As smart as you will be, or as high as any position you have, make sure your adab and morals are maintained and prioritized.”
The educator who has overcome decades of student problems paused his sentence slowly. He looked one by one at the students in the class. His gaze stopped to the figure of Karin who just threw his face towards the ball field.
“You are teenagers who you believe have not been contaminated with bad things out there. So know, the key to a quiet and happy life is simple. Just take care of the heart, keep the attitude, keep the word. You must understand, there will be people who are hurt if the physical is made into a laughing stock. Some are offended when bringing up things that are possible for us is trivial. Some will feel inferior if our efforts fail. So, do not easily say baper, not fun, colot, stupid, anjay with anyone. It could have been a speech that we take for granted, it was like a sword blade that pierced your friend deeper. Learn to empathize, learn to care and appreciate more,” explained the teacher BK was wise.
The BK teacher walked down the hallway between the rows of tables. The clattering of his shoes was clearly heard in the suddenly silent classroom. It seemed, some of the students were perceiving his advice.
“Remember the children, this world has never lacked smart people, but this world needs civilized and moral people more. And I hope that you will become good men. The more humble you are, the higher the world honors. Understand what you mean, ‘kan?”
“Understand, Paaak,” replied the class VIII student simultaneously.
“Alright, Sharqee, Arqee, and Karin. You guys come back to the BK room. Others please continue next lesson.” The teacher closed the meeting that morning.
All the students return to their usual activities, except for Karin and the Twins. They returned to the BK room to get enlightenment from the teacher. Then, the man told Karin to apologize. However, the girl insisted on maintaining her haughty attitude, reluctant to apologize.
Seeing that, Arqee suddenly approached Karin. “Karin, I'm sorry. I'm also guilty of hitting you,” he said as he stuck out his hand.
“I'm sorry too, yes, Karin. And thank you for telling me, um .. although I'm a little offended by what you said, but I realize that from now on I have to learn more grammar so that my work can go international someday. Hmmm .. once again thanks for my writing criticism.” Sharqee smiled, then carried Karin's hand into her hand.
Seeing this, Karin's heart was broken. He felt alien to the gentle treatment given by the Twins. Throughout his life, he had never received such a sincere apology and thank you. This is not what his mother taught him. His eyes turned red, bowed and then sobbed slowly. His soul that had been arid, as if watered by rain. His heart was suddenly warmed by the Twin's embrace. He was aware of his attitude all along. Karin returned the embrace of the twin girls even tighter.
“Gue who should apologize to you. I’m sorry about my behavior, Sharqee. I’m really-really sorry, Arqee.” Karin is sobbing and tears are shed.
“It doesn’t matter, Karin. We’re friends,” replied Arqee smiling warmly.
Seeing this, the teacher smiled. Just as Kinanti had felt just a moment ago, the old man seemed as if he was rewinding the events decades ago.
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