Me, What It Is

CHAPTER 3 ~ Shared Moments ~

Nico cs laughs gigglingly, recalling the incident last night. It all started from Dito's hotshot driver who crashed and failed to finish. Every time the race in the title Nico and friends watch together in a place that happens to be a lot of food.

If not in the boarding house Ardi and Dito berati in the house of Rommy or most often in the apartment Nico.

As a result of his defeat, Dito was punished, they decided Dito should get acquainted with a girl and should get her mobile number.

To treat Dito's disappointment, Nico invites them to hang out at the cafe. The opportunity was used by Dito to find prey. The girls in the cafe are mostly slang kids who are easy to get to know and exchange mobile numbers.

Psst, suddenly Ardi gave Dito the code. Nico, Rommy and Dito are also reflexively following Ardi's direction. Behind Dito, two girls who are still busy discussing choosing a new menu today.

Dito's eyes were glued to the girl wearing denim shorts. Slim and white body, long hair draped, high heels in wear accentuate the beautiful calf.

Nico and friends are encouraging. Dito who has long been single is like getting a gift from the sky.

At least make dapetin his mobile number for the payment of betting yesterday, thought Dito.

Dito devised a lightning scenario, pretending he misidentified the person he thought was his high school friend.

"Eh.. You're Reni, right? high School Friend first.

The girl must have said, not the wrong person, the girl the next time" said Dito.

Dito would say, "there are other girls as pretty as you"

Nico, Ardi and Rommy giggle at Dito's rotten illustrations. Rommy forces Dito to act immediately, fearing that the girl is running away.

"Hey, you're Reni, right?" sounds like Dito's running a plan.

His friends were observing seriously, coincidentally the position of the girls was not far from their table.

"Eh, dislodged, dislodged, my heart?" the girl's scream was shocked because Dito suddenly appeared and was familiar.

"Who is it?" said again.

The heavy sound softened, the jakun moved nimble down and up. Dito was shocked, his eyes wide open his mouth mangap.

"I'm sorry, wrong person" he said while covering.

The result this morning they laughed out loud in the parking lot of the DPRD aka Under the RinDang Tree. Nico and Ardi sat on a motorcycle, while in front of him Dito and Rommy sat on a concrete bench carved to resemble a wooden rod.

The campus parking is indeed comfortable, shady, and safe from curanmor, because many students also hang out on the DPRD bench.

"I'm sorry, wrong person" said Ardi who imitated Dito's speech.

"It's not wrong people, but it's wrong" said Dito annoyed.

The other friends laughed out loud. Dito blames Ardi for first giving the code to approach the so-called girl.

"Sorry Dit, the cave does not know, if the girls are assembled products" said Ardi while holding a laugh.

"I don't know, don't know, you don't see his jaw this big" Dito said as he clenched his fist.

All laughing, the crisp sound of their laughter made the people around also laugh. Dito's face in red withstood the embarrassment.

Actually there's no one to blame, that night they just saw the girl from behind. Dito was just looking for an outlet for his frustration. The penalty of betting has not paid off, the dream of getting a girl was dissolved.

They laughed until they had a heartburn, slowly stopping the silly chatter. Rommy glanced behind Nico. Reana was walking slowly while looking down. Nico is lured to look, turn and look at Reana.

As usual Reana wore a long-sleeved shirt that rolled up to the elbow. If you pay attention to the design of the shirt all the same, maybe the color is different. Some petty person would think that Reana bought dozens of shirts.

But that's not important, today Reana looks different, cream-colored shirt, brightly decorated on her face.

"Gue was sure in his view, it was all dark, except for the path he was walking through" Rommy said while nodding seriously at Reana.

Nico silently did not respond his eyes were still fixed on Reana.

Three semesters had the girl wandering around this campus. But Nico never felt like he saw it, maybe because his schedule was never the same or Nico who never realized its existence.

"Hai Re" said a girl suddenly making Reana waver.

Reana just nodded at the girl and returned to her world.

Since Reana helped Pak Prapto discuss the matter, many people know him. Either his classmate or upperclassman who repeated the course.

Many also ask for help when they have difficulty doing tasks. In Pak Prapto's class, they race to sit next to Reana. And, most importantly of all, they weren't as afraid anymore because there was Reana on their side.

Even Reana's records are often unclear where the limb is. Take turns from one student to another for photocopying.

Indeed, Reana's method of discussing matters in more detail, more clearly where it came from, did not jump around like the way Pak Prapto. Maybe Mr. Prapto thinks all students certainly know the basics, so there is no need to explain anymore.

"Reana, please have a menu for table 10" said Bu Shinta, Chief Servant at the restaurant.

Reana immediately picked up a neatly arranged menu list on the table. Today he increased his working hours to the night because he replaced a servant who was unable to attend.

That is what they used to do, when Reana was not present then other servants were willing to replace him.

"Re "jerit Alika.

"You work here?" he said while observing Reana's uniform.

Reana is shocked, she who did not think the customer is Alika and...

Reana looks across the table from Alika, Hasbi.

Reana nodded clumsily.

"The message runs out of college straight home, never hanging out on campus" said Alika again.

"No, I used to hang out in the bus" Reana replied.

Alika and Hasbi laughed at Reana's innocent reply.

"Where are people hanging out in the perpus" Alika replied still laughing.

Reana smiled shyly, it seems like she chose the word hang out wrongly. Hasbi smiled to himself seeing the girl's innocence.

"Alika birthday" said Hasbi suddenly.

"I was confused to choose a gift so I brought it here" Hasbi explained.

"Oh.. Mmm, happy birthday to Al" he said while observing his body, none of his establishment can be given to Alika.

Reana looks confused and has never cared about anyone's birthday except her mother's birthday.

"I'm sorry, I don't have a gift" he said regretfully.

"It's okay Re, besides you just found out" said Alika with a laugh.

"Well if that is so, please choose the menu first, I have to go back to the back" said Reana while bending a little and then soon passed from the couple.

Behind Reana's door peeked at her two friends. Alika and Hasbi were busy choosing the menu while smiling cheerfully. Occasionally Alika can be seen pinching Hasbi's arm. That guy must be teasing Alika. Unconsciously Reana also smiled.

"Your friend ?" tanya Bu Shinta suddenly stood next to Reana.

Reana nodded, her eyes still staring in the same direction.

"Matching pair" continued Bu Shinta while observing.

"You didn't join? " ask Ms. Shinta on a whim.

He knew for sure, Reana couldn't possibly want to be the couple's bully.

"Alika birthday, I have no gift for him" said Reana slowly.

Bu Shinta nodded, suddenly she clapped her hands.

"Almost forget, there's a lot of cake left over last night, don't you think Nell?" said Ms. Shinta to Nella who just finished serving customers.

Nella's a full-time worker at this restaurant. Graduated from High School he decided to immediately look for work, absolutely no intention to go to college.

"Overnight someone booked this restaurant for a birthday party. The cake was so bad, they did not want to take it home, so we stored it in the refrigerator" explained Ms. Shinta.

Nella, who had just realized what they were talking about, nodded along.

"The cake is a lot, I eat it" continued Nella.

"Come, here, you choose the cake yourself" said Bu Shinta eagerly, while telling Nella to record Alika and Hasbi's order.

Nella fuses her thumb and index finger together to form a circle. Ms. Shinta immediately opened the big refrigerator, sure there were rows of tart cakes of various flavors.

"Who's this, ma'am?" ask Reana doubtfully.

"Nobody has, who wants to take it, you haven't tried it" explained Ms. Shinta dispelling Reana's doubts.

Reana bowed observing the beautiful cakes neatly arranged. Finally he chose a tart that was not too big, soft pink with a beautiful flower petal topping.

Reana picked up and placed the cake on the tray that Bu Shinta had prepared complete with her knife and cake plate. Don't forget, Miss Shinta stuck a birthday candle for the rest of the night. Ms. Shinta is really deft, this restaurant depends on her a lot. In addition, the nature of Bu Shinta who likes to help makes him always think quickly to find a solution.

"If they invite you to join, just follow this hour after all there are not many guests who come" said Bu Shinta gave permission.

Reana nodded despite the hesitation. While carrying a tray he stepped slowly towards the table of Alika and Hasbi. I want to turn around and go back to the kitchen. But Bu Shinta who was still watching him made Reana continue her steps. If it comes back, it's tantamount to not appreciating Bu Shinta's efforts.

"Al" said Reana.

"I, this." said Reana confusedly choosing the words.

The girl placed the tray containing the tart on the table.

"This is all I have, please accept" he said again.

"Wow surprise, is there a birthday promo at this restaurant?" ask Alika.

"Ah. nope" Reana denied as she waved both her hands.

"If so this cake entered your bill Bi" said Alika.

"No problem" Hasbi replied with a smile.

"Ah no, it's free" Reana replied quickly.

"So, is this a gift from you?" ask Hasbi.

"Oh yes, enjoy yourself" said Reana quickly, hurrying to leave the place.

Suddenly Hasbi's hand grabbed Reana's hand, stopping her steps. Alika looked at Hasbi in wonder.

"We won't be able to finish this cake, please help us?" hasbi said half pleading.

Alika, who was aware of what was happening, agreed to Hasbi's proposal. Reana turned to Ms. Shinta, asking for approval. Bu Shinta nodded from afar.

"One, cut it" Reana's free hand held up her index finger.

Hasbi nodded, released Reana's hand and stood preparing a chair for her. This table is special for both. Reana thanked him while sitting on the chair Hasbi had prepared. The atmosphere was a bit awkward for Reana, she hurriedly thrust the cake in front of Alika.

"The candle is melting, let's go Al. " said Reana.

"Make a wish" he continued.

Alika closed her eyes for a moment, then blew out the candle. The three of them clapped their hands. Not long after Alika immediately distributed the tarts to Hasbi, to Reana and to herself.

"Mmm, lezaaat" said Alika.

Hasbi smiled at Alika's expression, like a child getting her favorite cake.

"Come, eat the cake" Alika orders Hasbi who is just looking.

"No, you're already full to see you eat" Hasbi said as she propped up her chin.

Alika directly cut the cake on Hasbi's plate and thrust it into the man's mouth .

"Eat, eat, eat." said Alika forced.

Hasbi dodged while laughing, but eventually the man was successfully fed by Alika. The cake that Reana chose was the most beautiful cake according to her. But not in the thought that it tastes very good, Reana is happy that Alika likes it.

And what's more memorable for Reana is that now she can feel happy celebrating a friend's birthday. Hasbi and Alika take turns to tell their experiences during the friendship. Their laughter broke out as they told funny stories.

Every now and then Alika pinches Hasbi's arm or throws napkins in embarrassment. Reana laughed, a drop of tears appearing in the corner of her eyes.

After finishing the cake, Reana pampits back into the restaurant kitchen. Reana wants to give Alika and Hasbi a chance to celebrate alone.

After the birthday dinner, Alika and Hasbi leave the restaurant table. Alika waited in front while Hasbi paid her bills at the cashier.

"Sir, can you help me?" ask Hasbi to the cashier's lady.

"Yes, can I help you?" the woman asked back.

"Can I please pack the same menu for Reana" pinta Hasbi.

"Our reana?" ask the woman.

" Yes, please give it to her when she gets home from work" Hasbi said.

The woman agreed, Hasbi paid all the bills and did not forget to give tips to the woman as gratitude for her help.

...~ Connect ~...