LOVE Plus Minus

To Noni

"Are you sure I can get a scholarship?" ask me to answer all the questions in Rudi's head.

"Cintya, the road is always there. The problem now is, do you want to step on that path." obviously my homeroom teacher made me mute along with the many questions that now fill my head.

"There are always results for those who choose to fight. Whether the result is good or bad, the name is still the result. And the best thing you can have is the fruit of the process of struggle itself. The decision is with you, Cintya, although I really hope you are brave enough to fight." he said broadly trying to answer the doubts that are now clearly drawn on my face.

"Give me time to think about it again sir." I asked.

"I am waiting for you in this room, next week in the same day and hour" replied Mr. Rudy agreed.

"Thank you sir, I'm back in class" I said.

After returning from the teacher's office, I slowly stepped into the classroom. In a matter of weeks, the national exam will arrive. The once boisterous class had now turned quiet. No longer are they busy gossiping, showing off expensive items, or playing gadgets. My classmates are now focused on learning, even in sports hours like today.

"Where's Cin from?" ask Noni.

"Teacher's office." I replied briefly as I sat in a chair located on Noni's left side.

"Lately, the parishioner is often called the same teacher. What's the matter, Cin?" Noni put on a serious face and began to idolize me.

"not often, either. Ordinary." I said calmly.

"More secrets now?" Amel began to display his regretful expression.

"Gue.." I said disconnected by the voice of someone who suddenly called out to Noni.

"Sorry Cin, I stay for a while" said Noni as she ran towards the classroom door, where the owner of the voice was standing.

Noni walked over to the handsome, bule-faced man. Merdeka was seen discussing before finally the man handed a box of supplies to Noni. The man looks to be in his early 20s. From the way her fashionable and formal dress can be concluded she is a student. Noni looked cheerful as she spoke to the man. After a few minutes, the man passed and Noni returned to her seat, right next to me.

"What Non?" I wondered after the girl landed in her chair.

"It's my lunch" said Noni as she lifted her lunch box in the air.

"What wind is it? Tumben bring supplies, use the event dianterin again. Who's doi? your boyfriend?" I'm getting curious.

"That's one-on-one Cin. He's Dave's brother, the only brother in my life." Noni tried to explain who that guy was to me.

"doesn't look like Non? I also never met him every time we played at Loe's house." I said later.

"Sister Dave, not my brother. He's from Australia. His parents also. Coincidentally I have been a business partner of their family since long ago. From childhood we knew each other. Because we were both only children well we finally decided to be brothers." Obviously Noni is long.

"How did he go in Indonesia? Another holiday, Non?" ask again.

"It's very curious about my sister. Fancied huh?" noni Goda.

"Anyway loe. I'm only interested because he's your brother. No other factor knows." I protested to Noni.

"Don't pout that dong. Brother Dave is taking time off from college, because there's important business here." Answer Noni.

"Udah ah, from earlier talking brother Dave mulu ah. If Cinta wants to know brother Dave directly just meet him. Can be Cin." added Noni protest.

"Lha? Who's love again? I'm Cintya." I replied while acting sulky.

"From today I want to call you Love. No protest." muttered Noni.

"Why?" my question is full of search.

"Accordingly, do not fight fear later you regret." he said with a sweet smile.

"So why were you called to the teacher's office?" asked Noni for an explanation from me.

"No lecture problem." I murmured softly, worried that another student would hear my words.

"Please answer clearly Love." pinta Noni.

Then I began to explain to Noni my meeting with the principal, my doubts, and the offer of Mr. Rudi, our homeroom teacher.

"Don't hesitate Cin. I definitely support you." said Noni after hearing my explanation.

"Gue is not sure Non, there is no guarantee that students can cover my education costs until graduation. Not to mention her internship program." I finally chose to pour my worry on this girl.

"Loe try it first Cin. No runner ever knows the finish point of a race before they choose to run there." Noni tried to convince me.

"Gue thought about it." I answered hesitantly.

"Cin, would you prefer to be a workforce that is sent abroad?" ask Noni concerned.

"What's wrong with TKI Non? is work so sinful?" tanyaku seriously. Wouldn't it be a problem as long as the job was lawful and making money?

"It's also Cin. Loe's the smartest guy I've ever met. It's a pity that you didn't pursue your dream of becoming a doctor." muttered Noni explained.

"Cin, you have the time and the ability. Benefitin well Cin, out there many people who have to fight against time. A lot of people have to die young." added Noni in a soft voice.

"Non, don't make dong sad." I asked later.

"Gue will be very happy, if you choose to pursue your dreams." muttered Noni.

"Not always a dream to be pursued Non." I replied.

I'm quite familiar with the situation now. When someone convinces someone to pursue their dreams. Didn't George and I support each other like this? But in the end Goerge had to bury his dreams deeply and choose to grant his family dreams. Having a more decent life, is my family's dream. And if by working hard I can make it happen, why not?

"Hey, don't daydream." exclaimed Noni who realized the action mocked me.

"hmmm.no really." I lied.

"Later to play at my house." pinta Noni.

"Well?" my many.

"There is." He tried to seem mysterious.

"Loe drove herself again? not yesterday I promise not to drive myself until you get a SIM?" just pissed.

"Quiet down. Picked up the driver. You will be delivered later." he replied cheerfully.

"OK." I said agree.

We both finally decided to refocus on learning. After the final lesson ended, Noni and I walked together to the parking lot. There parked the car owned by Noni, with his personal driver who was on standby waiting. The car we were riding in was now speeding slowly, splitting the hustle of the highway.

"Loe want Cin's help from my parents?" ask Noni suddenly.

"Non, please." I asked for his understanding.

"Yes, yes, I understand." said Noni later.

We both decided to keep quiet along the way to Noni's house.