Marianas

The Silu Sonia

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Classical music accompanies Bian's solitude tonight. Sipped a glass of warm tea to warm his dry throat. The drizzle has not subsided. The cold air barged in through the slit of the window that it deliberately opened a little. Bian was busy looking at the shooting results the other day. Occasionally a smile fluttered on his face, seeing his growing popularity every day. I can't wait to release a new movie next month. Hoping to get maximum results considering that there have been many costs incurred for making the film. Bian deliberately produced his own film because his relationship with the producers of several production houses is not so good. They never gave a leading role to Bian. Just a maid role, Bian was reluctant to take it.

Johan's arrival made a smile on Bian's face disappear. His assistant and best friend came with a stack of books.

" You left these books in the car, I took them because you might find them later "Johan handed them to Bian.

" Thank you " replied Bian flat.

" Why did you borrow so many books on business and law ? Is there a new movie offer for you that I don't know about ?" search Johan curious.

" No, I just wanted to read it. What about the preparation for the launch of our film next month ?" Bian diverted the conversation.

" So far everything has gone well. It's just that maybe we need a little more funding to make it spectacular "Johan took a drink in the fridge and took a sip. He already considered Bian's house like his own. The two of them started everything from zero together.

" Don't worry about money. Make sure everything goes well. I want to make tomorrow's movie launch a bridge to reach my true goal !!" Bian stared intently at Bian who seemed to understand what he meant.

" Of course. As long as the princess is still with you, we don't have to worry about money matters, do we ?" both of them smiled meaningfully.

Bian was staring at the rain at the end of the window. Sometimes think how evil he used Amera all this time just to get what he wanted.

" I will definitely return everything I have borrowed from you one day" Bian said.

***

The table ate a slightly awkward atmosphere due to the presence of the mother after so many years. I saw that Dad didn't say much, his face was flat on the dinner. Me and Amera just looked at each other. Dare not to comment much. A little mispronounced, Dad would have hung me at the flagpole.

" I heard next week Marva is going back to Indonesia for a vacation ?" said mommy diluted the atmosphere. While Dad just cleared his throat giving an answer.

" Is it true that Ma'am, Marva's sister is coming home ?" ask Amera enthusiastically.

" Why so suddenly ? Not usually Marva comes home during the holidays, usually she prefers to spend her time off to study and continue learning. Hahaha.." I said jokingly. Mother, Amera and Dad compactly looked resentfully at me.

Marva is my sister and Amera. Marva has been studying in Germany. He is the one who has been predicted to continue my family's business empire. What can I do, I lost a lot of things compared to Marva. Smart, handsome, obedient, many advantages to be proud of from a sister Marva. But I think his life must be very boring. 95% of his time is spent studying and the rest is to please dad. I need to learn a lot how to be a submissive child to him.

" Will Marva be long in Indonesia, Ma'am ?" Amera seems very happy that her beloved sister is going home.

" Mom doesn't know either. It all depends on your brother and also." I glanced at you. Me and Amera seemed to understand. Dare not ask much more.

" I'm done.." Dad put down his spoon and left the dinner table. I'm actually still wondering what made you let me come back to this house. There must be an agreement between the two that Amera and I don't know about.

" I'm really happy Mom, Marva's sister is coming home. It felt like a long time not seeing him. Just sending word via email and video call is not so satisfied. I'm sure now Marva's sister is getting handsome and tall. Can't wait for next week "Amera doesn't stop showing her joy. He was very close to Marva's sister. It's very different with me, like dogs and cats.

" Of course, it's not just you who's happy with Marva's return." Mom looked intently at Ana who had been standing next to the dinner table, as usual. Just shut up and look down, as if nothing.

***

I was walking towards the park when one of my maidservants told me that there was someone who wanted to see me. I don't feel like I have any appointments with anyone today. I saw a girl wearing a short skirt smiling at my arrival. Melka, what she's doing in my house.

" How do you know my home address ?" manya curious. The girl spoiledly grabbed my arm.

" What a hard thing it is to find out the address of the house of the richest man in this area "the answer is spoiled.

" Let go of my hand, it's not nice if anyone sees !!" I feel uncomfortable with Melka's familiar treatment.

" Why should I be ashamed ? Aren't we lovers ?" the answer is full of confidence.

" Why can that be ? Since when do we date ?" I tried to refute Melka's statement.

" Have we never kissed before ? Did you forget ?"

" Have you two ever kissed ? Geez.I did not expect "the voice of Amera to pause my debate and Melka. I could see Mom and Ana laughing at me. The three of them must have thought that I was a perverted man who was getting karmic.

" Stop talking !! Where are you going ?" I snapped at Amera who was laughing grimly.

" You don't need to know. Just take care of your new boyfriend !! amera replied mockingly. I don't know where I'm going with Amera. Why should I take Ana with them. I wanted to go with my mom, but Melka didn't let me go. The girl still wants me to think of her as a lover. I was almost crazy to make it.

***

After dinner, I deliberately invite Amera and Ana to go somewhere. A fashion show sponsored by the Amera family company. A magnificent event where all the rich and distinguished gathered. Amera looks so enthusiastic to see the models walking slowly on stage. Very pretty and glamorous. To his family's standards. While Ana felt inferior to see the appearance of her shabby self. If he knew that the big lady would take him to a place like this, at least he would wear a slightly nicer shirt.

The evening event went very well. Mother walked on stage to receive congratulations from the invited guests. No less beautiful than the models that surround it. Mother's smile looks authoritative, at an increasingly mature age. Everyone gave a loud applause. Amera was proud of her mother's vast influence.

After the event, everyone enjoyed the dinner. Amera accompanied her mother to the guests. And so did Ana, who was trailing behind them. It was as if the great madam wanted to show how great her power was. Ana can only be silent, becoming obedient to all the luxuries presented before her eyes.

***

Ana took a long breath. Walk around the pool. Take a moment from the frenetic party. Hopefully Amera and the big lady are not looking for him. He saw a night sky full of stars. It's exquisite.

" How can I reach you while you're so far away ?" ana said softly, trying to reach for the stars in the sky.

" Don't force what feels hard to you !! Take a look around you, there is still much you can reach "Bian smiled at Ana who looked surprised by her presence.

" You ? Why are you always everywhere ?" Ana doesn't look very comfortable around Bian.

" How many times have I told you that I'm a famous artist. You're the only one who doesn't know me. What are you doing here ? " Bian's gaze went up and down paying attention to Ana's appearance. It makes the girl uncomfortable.

" May I ask you something ?" Ana made a request.

" What's a ?"

" Even if you see me, can't you say hello to me. Actually we do not know each other, so it is better to stay that way !! " said Ana flat.

" Why ?"

" I don't have to explain the reason to you, do I ? So please, don't ever talk to me again !!" Ana confirmed her words. He doesn't want to see Amera talk to Bian. That would cause trouble for him. But it seems like Bian is still curious about the reason for staying away from him.

" Tell me the reason why you can go !!" Bian forced Ana's hand to turn away. The two stared at each other sharply.

" Are you my anti-fans ?" ask Bian full of search.

" Take my hand !!!" Ana tries to break away and without her hand hits Bian's cheek. Like an accidental slap.

" What are you doing ?" an Amera cry shocked Ana and Bian. Looking angry, Amera approached the two. While everyone was watching them.

" How dare you slap my Bian ?" Amera stared intently at Ana who was silent. Feeling any explanation will be free, he will still be wrong in the eyes of Amera who never liked it.

" It's actually just a misunderstanding. Please don't scold her !!" Bian was trying to explain what happened to Amera. But the girl was on a blackboard. A slap landed on Ana's cheek. Unsatisfied, Amera pushes Ana into the pool. Everyone was shocked in shock but no one dared to help Ana who looked like she was about to drown. Ana cannot swim.

" What are you doing ? That girl could drown ?" Bian looks frantically to save Ana but is blocked by Amera.

" I don't care if he's going to die. Don't you dare help her or there won't be any more money for your movies !!" threaten Ana, hold Bian's hand.

" It's up to you if that's what you want but I can't see someone die in front of my eyes !!" Bian throws Amera's hand and jumps into the pool to save Ana.

Amera watched all of that with overwhelming anger. Just this time Bian did not heed his words. And all because of a girl like Ana. Tears dripped from both eyes. His hatred for Ana deepened.

" Don't cry, wipe away your tears !! Don't look weak in front of your enemies !!!" Mother clasped Amera's hand tightly. He told her not to cry. He saw Ana's anger that was almost dying. A plan had been prepared for her to avenge the heartache of her beloved daughter.