
"God! Is this Albert's restaurant? How did I just wake up?" mumbled Ella in heart. The brunette teenager completely forgot that he now had the father of a wealthy young businessman.
The high school student gave a view to the whole room. Glass wall with kanji calligraphy ornaments, make the whole room get lighting naturally. A beautiful garden with fountains and a fish pond next to the visitor area, adds a natural impression that is very attached to Japanese culture. Some sophisticated equipment in various corners of the room that brings to life the modern impression.
Ella's mood is falling. His shabby school uniform contrasts sharply with the lavish atmosphere of the restaurant. Not only the luxury of the building, the waitresses also appeared in neat and clean uniforms. Some visitors are seen to enjoy the dishes there.
"La, how come you're dumb? Comein. Your place is not here, but the VIP room" Albert told Ella.
"Huh? Oh, yes," said Ella stammered. He felt clumsy stepping on his shabby shoes, on the shiny white floor. But Ghina's hand finally made the teenager move from where he stood.
The two beauties walked through the hallway which had an elegant design but did not take away its Japanese impression. The fragrant and soothing aroma of sakura, filled every corner of the room. Ghina takes Ella into a room with a sofa, a refrigerator and a bathroom.
"Deplace your clothes in the bathroom. Mama has prepared a change of clothes in the closet there," said Ghina while pointing to a closet located in the corner of the room.
Ella looked at Ghina without blinking. There were many things he wanted to ask, but all of them were buried in the chest. Ella didn't know where to start.
"You must be sultry wearing a school uniform like that. Let's get dressed before the food comes
Talk later," repeated Ghina.
"Yes, Ma" Ella said.
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"Lho, Grandma?" Ella, who had just changed clothes, greeted Albert's mother who was sitting on the sofa.
"How are you doing, son?" ask the woman, welcoming Ella's hand.
"Health, Grandma. Which mama?" ask Ella who did not find Ghina in the room.
"Your mother met a guest in front, while your father was busy in his study" the grandmother said.
"Oh," said Ella. Suddenly awkward atmosphere.
Ella has known Albert's mother since her mother worked at Albert's house. They also met several times. But Ella had never talked much to the woman who used to be her master.
"You want to accompany Grandma for a walk in the park while waiting for food to come? Grandma heard you like gardening" Grandma asked.
"May," Ella said with a smile. This is better than sitting awkwardly in the room.
The two of them then walked out through a glass door that led straight to the park. The air there is very fresh. Various flowers that bloom make both eyes sparkle Ella. It was true, he was very fond of gardens and flowers.
"Well, if that smile is getting pretty" said Grandma.
"Eh?" Ella's cheeks met red upon hearing the compliment.
"So Grandma saw, your face from earlier was grim. What's the problem?" ask the fifty-year-old woman.
"There's nothing, Grandma. I was just kind of sprained by a friend at school. But not anymore" replied Ella.
"Hm? That huh? Thank goodness your mood improved. Your father and mother asked Grandma to accompany you to chat, until your feelings were relieved. But Grandma is happy to be accompanied by you like this. Grandma's got friends chatting."
"I'm also happy to accompany Grandma for a walk in the park" Ella said.
Ella laughed at hearing that. "I like both. Because it's the first time I've had a grandmother" Ella said. The middle-aged woman's heart was tenuous, hearing Ella's sentence.
"The food is ready, ma'am," said one of the waiters.
"Come, in. We chat while we eat," the Grandma asked.
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"Well, this. Have a good meal." Some of the Pilgrims put a number of menus on the table. The money made Ella's stomach rebel asking to be filled.
"It's Japanese cuisine, Grandma? I think Japanese cuisine is sushi and sashimi?" asked Ella innocently.
"It's traditional Japanese cuisine. You must like it. Don't forget to try the sashimi" said the Grandma. "This is the main menu for you. Cobain, yeah. Must be a favorite." he said again while thrusting a plate.
"Come! This is a menu that often appears in anime. What's his name?" ella is excited.
"Name as rice kare chicken katsu."
"Oh yes, right. Grandma eats too, dong. Same mom Al, um... I mean, don't you eat?" Ella hastily corrected her sentence.
"Later they follow, when the work is done. We go first aj. You must be hungry, right?" answer Grandma.
"If I try, yes. Itadakimasu," said Ella mimicked the anime she often watched. The girl then spooned the dishes on her plate into her mouth. "It's really delicious. I'm just starting to eat kayak gini for the first time. Ah, it must be nice to be able to eat this too with the late papa," Ella's inner heart was.
"Why are you crying? Do you remember that problem?" ask Grandma.
Ella did not notice, if her tears had run down her cheeks. "No, Grandma. I'm just so happy to be able to eat this delicious food" Ella said.
The woman in front of Ella shed her tears. "Son, from now on you can try any food you want. You're free to ask Grandma."
"Why is Grandma so good with Ella?" Ella wiped her tears with a tissue.
"Because you're Grandma's granddaughter."
"But Ella is also not Grandma's granddaughter" Ella said.
"What if it's not a grandchild? There's no reason to hate you, son," said the woman gently. "Everybody deserves the same love. If your father is wrong with you, please forgive me, yes" he said.
"They're not wrong with me. I'm the one who..." Ella could not continue her sentence.
"Grandmother understands. Your father used to be so when Grandma wanted to get married again. But then they were compact. So if there's anything, don't hesitate to tell Grandma. Grandma's so happy that there's a friend to tell."
Not long after, Albert and Ghina entered the room. Ghina sat next to Ella, while Albert sat next to his mother. The brand then ate together.
The atmosphere became warmer. Sometimes they also joked while enjoying a meal. Ella's heart, which was feeling awkward about this situation, slowly began to melt. The teenager was finally able to feel the complete family again, after a long time.
"This is what you wanted before you got married yesterday. Giving me a warm and harmonious family," Ella smiled happily.