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3. Untuk Tega

Marvin's car stopped at a pretty big house. He is greeted by Marinka and her father.

"Good night uncle. How's Uncle doing? ". Marvin said as he hugged Mr. Louis.

" Good Marvin, I've always been good. You're getting good-looking ". Mr. Louis praised Marvin who was increasingly looking mature and handsome.

" father don't praise him too much, later he can be big head". Marinka grunts angrily because her papa always praises Marvin.

" You only dare me when you're home. You noisy girl. I'm handsome, you're the only one who never admits ". Marvin said as he wrapped his arm around Marinka's neck.

" auu Marvin you hurt me ". Marinka said annoyed.

" Don't overdo it this won't kill you, you idiot. Come inside, let's see if there's any food I can eat. I'm so hungry ". Marvin said as he dragged Marinka inside.

The two old men just smiled at the young man's behavior.

" how are you Mike? ". Ask Mr. Louis.

" I'm good of course. As you can see ". They hugged each other and missed. Then go inside following the two young people.

****

At the dinner table they dine while occasionally talking.

" Your cooking is very good Marinka. You deserve to be a wife ". Said Mr. Mike praising.

" uncle could have, this is not perfect uncle ". Answer Marinka. Mike is smiling too.

" How's your relationship with Thomas? ". Then Mr. Mike suddenly. Marinka stopped chewing her food. Marvin who knew about it glanced at Marinka.

" Last weekend they met at Mr. Anthony's house talking about their marriage. Maybe soon we'll get some good news ". Said Mr. Louis sparkling. Remembering her daughter is getting married soon.

Marvin was surprised to hear the story of Marinka's father. Means Marinka belom told Mr. Louis the truth. Marvin looked at Marinka sharply asking for an explanation. Marinka puts on a face pleading with Marvin. How can Marinka not tell something as important as this, while she has discussed this matter with uncle Mike. Realizing that Mr. Mike looked at Marinka and Marvin alternately.

"Louis I want to say something about your daughter's marriage. Them ..... ".

" Mike... Youknew... I'm looking forward to this moment. My daughter can be with the man she loves so much and loves". Said sparkling.

"His mother left him since he was born. Although it was heavy I took it off, from Marinka happy I was also happy. I am also getting older ". Mr. Louis chuckled but his gaze was saddened to see Marinka. He then held his daughter's hand.

" promise Papa you'll always be happy son ". Said Mr. Louis expectantly.

Marinka's throat was stuck hard to swallow her food. With great difficulty he swallowed it as well then smiled bitterly. Clasping his papa's hand back.

" I promise papa ". He said softly trying to hold back so that his tears did not fall at that time.

Marvin and Mr. Mike looked at their meal. For a moment Mr. Louis turned his head and realized it.

" oh I'm sorry Mike, Marvin I messed up dinner tonight. Oh yeah, what were you gonna say?. Ask Mr. Louis because he caught it as if his best friend wanted to say something.

"oh forget uncle.. Nothing important ". Marvin immediately interrupted the conversation. While looking at Marinka.

" Uncle Mike, excuse me for a second. There's something I want to do for a moment" said Marinka smiling forcefully. He then passed from the dining table to his room on the top floor.

When men of different ages also noticed Marinka until lost behind the white door.

"Uncle Louis I want to talk to Marinka about something. Can I go see him?. Marvin asked for permission.

****

Marvin went into Marinka's room. Marinka was sitting on a chair leaning against a glass wall looking at the night sky. Her tears still continued to flow she also continued to wipe her tears many times. Marvin then approached Marinka, slowly pulling the girl's head into her chest. Marinka is getting sobbing, and the more firm the grip at the end of Marvin's blazer.

"why don't you be honest with your father? ".asked Marvin after Marinka's cries began to subside just a sobbing. But he still hugged his friend who was standing next to him.

" I was confused where to start, Papa was so happy when he heard I was getting married to Thomas. I can't bear to tell Marvin the truth ". Marinka painstakingly explained between her sobs.

" Tell me how I'm supposed to help you. I don't want to see you fall like this. Especially if your dad knows the truth ". Marvin said softly. While pulling Marinka's hair.

Marinka raised her head.

" Can you help me?. Marinka asked expectantly.

"I'll try as long as it makes sense. Say it! ".

" I'm begging Thomas, tell him to cancel the wedding. Tell her I want to marry her ". Marinka said back. In an instant Marvin pushed Marinka away.

" Are you not sane, huh? Don't lower yourself. I'm not going to do it ". Marvin said annoyed.

" You said you'd help me, I'm sure you can Marvin. You have a big influence. C'mon Marvin ". Marinka whines while continuing to tug at Marvin's clothes. Marvin then sat crouching in alignment with Marinka.

" You know it's so stupid Marinka, I'll never do it '. Marvin said as he grabbed Marinka's hand.

Marinka then brushed off Marvin's hand.

"go ahead... ". Marinka said coldly. Then look out the window.

" Marinka listen to me. I'd do anything, except beg for that stupid thing. You know you're like someone who's humbling himself to get someone's love ". Marvin said firmly. Marinka turned towards Marvin with a hunting breath holding in anger.

" You can say that because you don't feel in my position. I love her so much.. And my dad expects a lot of things for my wedding. Then what should I tell him. I can't let him down ". Marinka said while hitting Marvin's chest. Marvin was still motionless withstanding Marinka's blow. Trying to make his best friend relieved to have evaporated his emotions.

" I'm three years with him, I don't want to end up like this ". Marinka's speech is weakening. Marvin couldn't bear to see his best friend like that. Marvin holds Marinka's hands.

" All right, give me the address of the apartment. I'll go see him. I'm doing this for you and Uncle Louis. If the results don't match what you expected, promise to forget them ". Marvin. Marinka nodded happily then hugged her best friend. And endlessly saying thank you.

****

" My uncle had a quick business for a moment. I won't be long. Can Uncle Mike wait for me to come back? ". Marvin asked for permission.

" all right. We also want to talk". Said Mr. Mike.

"where's Marinka? ". Ask Mr. Louis.

" He's on break. Maybe he was tired of helping me out at the office ". Obviously Marvin.

" All right, go, and quickly return ". Said Mr. Mike.

Marvin rushes out and drives his car in a hurry.

" I'll make a calculation with you...!

TBC*

Tuesday, 07 july 2020