I'M BETWEEN YOU AND HIM

BUSIEST WEEK

I was shocked when Sofyan Ali stood at my door smiling after knocking on the door slowly.

"Oh, Sofyan! Please come in, "my broom let him in and sit on the floor covered in carpet because I don't have a chair.

The man sat down with his smile. He gave me a letter. Like..letter invitation!

"Come to my wedding next week!" she said with a face. My heart was beating fast. They are getting married next week! Mumbled my little heart. Hhh....

"Oh yes, congratulations Sofyan! May the marriage be samawa. Full of blessings from Allah Subhana Wa Ta'ala." I can only pray for them to be happy forever.

"If so I say yes first, Mom! Send the invitation somewhere else. Hehehe...!"

"Hehehe..the spirit of the bride!"

I closed the door and just sat quietly looking at the invitation letter without intending to open and read the contents. Just limp I guess the whole body.

Suddenly my hole rang. Hera called.

"Assalamualaikum, yes Hera!"

"Father is not feeling well, mas! I want to see you Dika said!"

"Yes. I'll be there soon. You've been taken to the doctor, Her?"

"Udah, mom! It's a little mengingan, just lemesnya because it does not want to eat!"

"Well, I'm on my way now!"

Hhh... Dad's sick. I immediately tidied up the aquarium I had bought with Orange in the middle of the house. Unplug magiccom and also gas tube hose. Turn on all lights except the room lights. I also prepare clothes for work tomorrow because I will stay at my father's house and leave for work from Depok.

I left after locking the house. Orange seems to be busy with Ranti and Sofyan Ali, because Ranti's house looks lonely. They must be busy preparing for next week's event.

I am happy to see my arrival. His face looks pale despite the biggest smile on his lips.

"You're getting busy at work, aren't you?"he asked after I kissed the back of his hand and sat next to him while massaging his feet slowly.

"Yes dad! Rosa and Mas Anang also plan to move the plant to Citayam. So Dika can't go back and forth from Citayam, Cikini, then come here."

"Ga anything. I understand koq! But you also have to take care of your health, brother! Don't forget to eat a lot. Yea?"

"Yes dad. Eat regularly now!"

"Tonight I'm sleeping here, Dad?"

"Yes dong! Dika deliberately brought a copy shirt for tomorrow's work. You can leave here! Dad, too, has to eat a lot. Don't think too much! If Dika had time, Dika would have come home more often here. You should also take vitamins every day. Yes dad!"

Dad nodded his head with a big smile. We are now getting closer and more able to understand each other's character.

Father had refused to take medicine on the grounds of fasting. I pretended to be angry that Dad wouldn't obey me. Finally, my father also wanted to follow my advice to break the fast and take medicine to get back to health quickly.

After dawn I decided to go to work with my father. Thank God my face looks fresher. I always ask God that my father be healthy and given long life to stay with me.

"Dad, Dika's sorry can't go home to this house for some time. We've been very busy these weeks. You have to take your medicine on time? You should take vitamins too. I must obey Hera. Yeah, dad?"

"Hehehe.... You turned out to be as chatty as your mother used to be, Dik! I miss the past!" Hhh.... My words touched my heart. I miss the past too, Dad! But I still have to fight in the present. For my future.

I am busy with my job. Here and there, wara-wiri starting from the survey of customers who want to join dikios my business. Checking the manufacturing plant of the storefront. Not to mention still having to lobby the new plant we planned last week. Hhh... Busiest week.

Arif called me if later after Ashar there will be a monthly 4-month graduation study of his child candidates. I can only come around 5 o'clock because I'm probably still in Citayam. Thank goodness Arif understood my busyness.

I called Arif to confirm the location of his house because I was in front of the alley to his house. Arif asked me to wait. He'll pick me up soon.

"They! Hard to find the address?" tanyanya shook my hand warmly. I just smiled and didn't answer. We also walked along the alley to Arif's residence.

His wife is young, about 25 years old and no less beautiful than Vika. This kid is pretty good in taste. Hehehe, my god is in the heart. But the more I noticed, Arif's wife had a privilege.

"Don't look at my wife's shortcomings, brother! For me Nana is very special and I am grateful to be her husband." Whisper Arif to me.

Arif's Sweet! His wife is deaf. But he so flattered his wife very well. I was happy and moved to see for myself the happiness of Arif.

"You're a good husband and father-to-be, Rif! Congratulations yes! God always protects you. Give happiness and blessings always to you!" I said while patting Arif on the back with a happy heart full of sincerity. Arif accepted my prayer. He looks so happy. I could see from the look of her cheerful and light eyes. Alhamdulillaah!

I entertained Arif and his wife's extended family very special. They treat me so well. Until my stomach was full because all kinds of food were offered after Maghrib arrived and we broke the fast together.

"You want to go back to Bojong, brother?" ask Arif.

"It looks like some days I'm going to sleep in Gunza. A lot of work requires me to be overtime. I was also afraid to go home so I missed the train. Maybe it's better to sleep in my old rented house."

"Just stay here!"

"Hehehe..other times, Rif! Thanks for the offer. I've troubled you too his wife and family too much! Shame on me with your kindness!"

"Don't hesitate, Brother! We are khan brothers. Hehehehe..do not get bored, if I will often interfere with your activities!" arif's words moved me. He considers me a brother. I really can't believe that Arif's been thinking this far to me. Remembering the story of our lives that had become enemies in the past. Subhanallah!

I went back to Jabrik and Mul's contract. They're so happy to see me. We're back to being the salt fish trio we used to be. Sometimes my head gets dizzy hearing the chattering Mul who always there is no end to the material of the conversation. It also makes my heart happy every day.

For a few days I slept with them because I had to go home from work at 7 pm because of the amount of work. Hhh... There is gratitude even though my day is very busy taking time and my mind to forget my loved ones like father and orange.

Orang-ga is probably busy right now because her mom is getting married this week. Hhh.... I was happy but my heart was cold for a moment. Pining galau!

I myself do not know until when I am a widower like this. Arif and Ranti have rediscovered their life partner. Vika may have done the same. I am the only one standing still alone. I don't know when this is. I have no desire let alone the courage to seek new love. I don't mean to be arrogant, but if I wanted to, open my heart to another woman, maybe I could be like Arif. But until now, no woman has been able to knock and open my heart again to begin a new path. I was just thinking how to please my father and my son's orange. The rest I give to the Almighty.

My little heart wants to go back to family. Having a wife who takes care of my needs like before. Also to channel my biological desires that are still normal and able to do that. But, I just took a deep, silent breath. Only God has the answer of my life!

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