Is There Love

Sudden Hugs

The Part 25

From a distance, I saw Brother Gavin standing on the stage with a satisfied smile. Gavin's father, who was standing in the right row with the other guardians, also developed a big smile on his lips. On his face was also implied hue of pride for his son.

After giving gifts and taking photos with the principal and his guardians, they all went downstairs and returned to their seats. A standing ovation did not forget to accompany him as they got off the stage.

I saw that Gavin's brother got a congratulatory reception from his friends when he returned to his seat. They showed smiles of satisfaction and pride for their friends.

“Alright, we continue the next session of the event, which is an art performance from the MIPA XI class that will feature a traditional dance.” The voice of the host made the hearts of my friends who were about to dance thump. Her face looks nervous and lacking confidence.

“Hey, why are you nervous? Dong's spirit! You train hard every day, so you will be successful. Don't be nervous.” I pat Novita on the shoulder standing next to me with a big smile.

“What Ryn said. We've been trying so hard, especially you guys. Your practice every day will lead to success on the stage later. Spirit!” connect Maira. Me and the other friends smiled widely while encouraging those who would dance.

“Em.” They nodded steadily towards me and the others.

“Let's give a standing ovation for the MIPA XI class that will perform the Sekapur Sirih dance from Jambi.” The sound of applause and cheers rang out loud and loudly accompanied those who danced up on the pangung. Me and my friends cheered loudly and clapped.

“Eh Ryn, we go to the canteen yuk, I'm thirsty,” take Maira suddenly.

“Bby. I happen to be thirsty too,”. Maira and I finally went to the cafeteria. In the middle of the road, while passing through the school corridor Maira and I met Sasa and Daffa who had just come out of the changing room. Sasa wore a light blue dress like a Cinderella dress, paired with blue glass shoes and a Cinderella-like hairdo. Meanwhile, Daffa was dressed like a prince. They both looked compatible with the clothes they were wearing.

Looking at Sasa and Daffa, it felt like I was seeing myself with Kenzhi. My brain worked quickly, and it brought up my memories of when I used to wear Cinderella dresses like Sasa, and Kenzhi who wore a princely outfit like Daffa wears today. At that time, the school entered an inter-school drama competition, and I was chosen to be the lead in the drama paired with Kenzhi.

“Ryn.” Maira nudged my arm, her chin pointing towards the front. At first I felt shocked and did not understand Maira's intentions, but after my gaze followed the direction her chin pointed at, I understood.

“You are compatible yes,” my praise while smiling when you realize Daffa and Sasa are now in front of me.

“You are very suitable to wear it,”. Sasa and Daffa even silently looked at me, like they showed no response. I was confused how to react to it myself.

“Ahaha, of course. We are indeed very compatible.” Daffa laughed proudly as he clapped his hands hard.

“True?” Daffa stared at Sasa as he gripped his arm tightly.

“True, absolutely right. We are indeed very compatible,” said Sasa while smiling broadly at Daffa.

“Where are you going?” ask Daffa after removing his embrace.

“We're going to the canteen. Buy a drink,” said Maira while smiling.

“Ooh, so yes.” Daffa nodded slowly, a sign of understanding.

“Mau nitip?” bargained.

“Eh, no. No need, we will buy it ourselves,” refuse Sasa.

“Ya. Then we go first yes, I am very thirsty,” Maira said as she pulled my arm.

“Okay,” Daffa said with a big smile. Sasa did not reply, but waved his hand with a smile, and I replied.

*****

After buying a soft drink, Maira and I sat around for a while in the cafeteria. Because the weather today was so hot, Maira and I took advantage of this opportunity to study in the cafeteria. We felt a slight decrease in the heat because in the canteen there was a fan.

“The weather is very hot, I feel very thirsty and sultry. Good thing there's a fan here.” Maira breathed a sigh of relief.

“Iya, I also feel anger.” I sipped the tea bottle I held.

“Chessy!” I heard the voice of someone familiar shouting loudly, so that made me and Maira surprised. Maira and I got up from the seat and turned to the source of the sound. From a distance, I saw Brother Gavin running towards me, his lips smiling widely. Upon arriving in front of me, she quickly hugged me tightly. Of course I was surprised, but I didn't get to avoid it because it happened so fast. Maira who was standing next to me was also shocked to not believe what she now saw. In fact, for a while his mouth to form the letter O. Upon regaining consciousness, he quickly covered his mouth with both hands. However, he became hiccuped, and he quickly drank the rest of the drink he had bought.

“Chessy, Chessy.” I heard Mr. Gavin muttering Chessy's name. His voice sounded very clear because his mouth was several centi behind my ears.

“Sister, Sister.” I tried to resuscitate Gavin's brother.

“Chessy, today I graduated, and got the best grade. I feel so happy right now. It's all because you've always supported me, making me feel more excited. Every time I remember your smile, I feel like I have the strength to rise from adversity. I feel my days are more alive than ever.” I was silent at every word that Gavin said. I became touched and dissolved in the meaning of each word.

“I ... love you so much Chessy.” Gavin whispered it quietly in my ear. His voice sounded very sincere and gentle.

“It turns out, Chessy had a big influence on the life of Gavin's brother. Like Kenzhi, who also had a huge influence on my life, my inner”.

“Sister, Brother Gavin. It's me, Ryn. Not Chessy.” I tried to resuscitate Gavin when I realized I was in the arms of Gavin. If anyone sees me and Gavin's brother embracing danger.

“Kak Gavin!” I half-cried while trying to let go of his embrace. Brother Gavin who felt there was a rebellion in his arms, finally took off his embrace. He was surprised when he saw my face. Both of his cheeks looked red with embarrassment.

“Tadi ... Brother ... suddenly hugged me,” I said shyly.

“A, what?” He seems to not believe. For a moment Gavin was silent as he thought. Probably remember what he did to me.

“I'm sorry. Very sorry,” he said regretting.

“I really didn't realize doing it.” Gavin looks so sorry.

“Iya, it's okay.” I say slowly.

“Forget the incident just now, and just assume it never happened,” he continued.

“Iya,” I said briefly while nodding. For a moment we were silent, the atmosphere became awkward.

“I ... I, will go.” I picked up the rest of the drink I bought earlier, then glanced at Maira while raising my brow as a code call to leave. Maira did not reply, but she just kept quiet while nodding.

*****

Along the way back to the hall, I was still thinking about the incident in the cafeteria. Honestly speaking, when I was in the arms of my brother Gavin my chest felt racing, my body was trembling as well.

“Gavin's feelings turned out to be very deep. He really loved Chessy, my inner” when he remembered everything that Gavin had said in the canteen.

“I really did not expect to see it,” Maira said as she nudged my arm.

“She hugs you very tightly, and after doing so, she is like a person who is not fully aware.” Maira said it seriously.

“Forget it. I don't want to remember it,” I said.

“Eh, don't tell anyone yes, it happened accidentally.” I looked at Maira seriously.

“Fear of no-no gossip,”.

“Yes, it won't. I won't open my mouth about the incident.” Maira looked at me grinningly.

“But .. if I may, I want to ask you something.” Maira lowered her voice.

“What?” manya curious.

“Actually, what is your relationship anyway?” tanyanya.

“We are just friends, nothing more,” I replied steadily.

“She's like you Ryn. Why don't you guys just date?” I smiled in response to Maira's question.

“No, friends alone are enough.” I smiled broadly at Maira.

“But ...” Maira still seemed dissatisfied with my answer.

“Already, don't discuss that. We'll discuss something else.” I cut off Maira's unfinished sentence.

*****

Since this afternoon until now it has been afternoon, my memory of the incident in the canteen has not disappeared. I covered a cup of coffee while standing on the balcony of my room enjoying the beautiful afternoon sky.

“I can feel the sadness she is experiencing,” my inner self.

“He is not much different from me.” I twirled the spoon inside my coffee cup. I thought for a moment after covering my coffee while sighing.

“Kenzhi, Chessy, where are you? Don't you know, if there are people here who miss you very much, and really want your presence.” My tears welled up, I missed Kenzhi so much. I also feel sad for Gavin.

I was about a quarter of an hour on the balcony, and I didn't want to move. I still really enjoy the twilight this time, it feels in the heart very fitting, and can minimize my memory of the events in the canteen.

My gaze was shifted when I saw a white Toyota car coming into my yard. Highlight my eyes sharply staring down, observing who was coming.

“Hah, why is he here? What is it gonna take?” I wondered in my heart when I saw Brother Gavin get out of the car. Brother Gavin waved his hand when he saw me from a distance, I just smiled a little while nodding my head. I hurried down to meet Brother Gavin, while Brother Gavin walked towards the terrace.

I stopped my steps when I was right in front of the door. For a moment, I let out my breath.

“Did he come here to ask about the incident in the cafeteria? Why not tell me if you want to come?” my thinking.

“But ... why ask me? It happened accidentally right?” I keep thinking. I felt awkward when I found Gavin's serious face after opening the door.