Not as Red as Dusk
first night
A week after that incident. Every day Nick always sits in Rico's bellybutton. Without noise. Just sitting there looking at the blue sky. Trying to persuade the Lord of Nature to give one a miracle. His sister didn't really die.
even if I have to exchange my precious things, I will give you
come back...Rico
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A dark room. No one dared to turn on the lights. Or will feel Nick's anger.
Such a heart-wrenching silhouette. A man with his gallant body bowed. Shoulders shaking. His hands clenched hard. It was as if it was withstanding all the wounds so that no one would notice it.
He is Nick. His days changed 180°. No more smiles. There was not even a good sleep. His tongue was as if bland as a result of his body becoming thinner.
Geck..Geck..Geck..
The sound of the door being knocked from outside. Nick is not flinching. Tom finally called his name.
Tomi: boss. all day. Esta keeps calling you
Glug
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On the way back to town B. At the height Nick stared out. Similar clumps of cotton are scattered.
We're going to the hotel or....
Nick: straight to the reception
Several cars entered the parking area. Someone ran to the room where Esta's family was waiting.
he won't disappoint me!
won't!
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Almost fell unconscious Esta when she saw who had come. Just Nick. And Tomi. Where's Rico?
Nick: we'll get the deal straight
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All processions completed. There are only a few guests left now. Murat was exhausted so visibly on Esta's face. But he persisted.
Nick glanced at Tomi. Codes him if he wants to rest.
Nick: you must be very tired.it is better to rest
Esta was just silent. His tongue is like a tongue. Embarrassed? Sure is! Although the invitees did not realize that she was not the groom. But what's the purpose of doing all this? Even after she disappeared for days. Still humiliating him like this?! Esta cursed herself.
Nick let Esta sit on the bed. A bridal room decorated so beautifully. Elegant color options. This must be Esta's idea.
Esta: what do you mean?
Glug
What do you mean you did all this? what's my fault with you? answer me, asshole!
No flinching. All over Nick's body was petrified. Her chest feels so tight. He even begged the Creator to take his life. That instant too.
Without realizing. Esta's headed towards Nick. Shower him with a punch. Wreaked frustration. Every disappointment. Eventually, his body fell on the floor. Bows.
What happened to Rico? why isn't she back with you? even you married me? nay! wasn't! I want to marry you? what kind of woman am I?! huh uh?! am I an *******? love a man but give his body to another man?!
why is he suddenly silent?
is she crying?
but no noise?
Nick mustered up the courage. Looking towards Esta. Nah! the girl was not crying. He fell unconscious!
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The air in the bridal room was getting warmer. Did anyone shut off the coolant?
Slowly Esta opened her eyes. From the bottom of his heart he hoped that last night was nothing more than a nightmare.
But reality slapped him so hard. Nick?!
The man was in his room. Even lying next to him.
did I betray you, Rico?
Nick: are you aware?
Esta: what happened last night? did you change my clothes?
Nick: nothing happened. I changed your clothes
Suddenly Esta's eyeballs pooled. The clear thread melted from the corner of his eye. Cry broke.
Esta: you are evil! why do this to me?!
Nick: I'm sorry.I'll explain everything. Now.
Esta's body no longer shook. His breathing began to be regular. Nick took off his embrace. Caught Esta's face. Removing the remains of tears that wet his cheeks.
my heart aches. it hurts so much. to see you cry like this. Come back cheerful...
Esta: explain it to me
Nick confirmed his sitting position. Breathe deeply and then start telling stories. When a call was received from Switzerland. His departure there. Disappeared for days without telling Esta. Because he's busy looking for Rico. His sister is reported to have disappeared in the country. The country is mostly his power. Arrive on a day he does not want to remember. The day that was closed was so close. Keep shackling him in a slump.
You must be lying, you are a liar!
Nick: calm down. I'll take you to Switzerland. I'll take you to see him
Esta: tell me this isn't true. Tell Nick
Just a hug Nick gave me. Gently rubbing the body of the woman who is now her rightful wife. The law and the eyes of the invitees. But Esta's heart. Very contrary. His love is for one man. And that's not Nick. It will not be replaced. Until anytime.
wait for me Rico.I'm coming.
