Not as Red as Dusk

I came

Hope anxious. Throughout the journey Esta seemed so agitated. Switzerland is a new place for him. A foreign place.

Nick: take it easy. We'll be there soon

It was as if it knew the poa that was in Esta's heart. Nick tried to calm her down. Grabbing his fingers then rubbing them gently.

there is no rejection

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A luxurious mansion. Even more like the paintings in an exhibition.

her house? Rico's?

Some guards opened the gate. Salute when the car carrying Nick passes. Even in front of the entrance. Scramble a few maids in uniform with the best material, bowing in salute. Greet politely to Nick and Tomi.

is this his palace?

Nick: don't be so formal. give a good impression on the mistress

The butler: welcome madam.please apologize for our negligence

Esta tried to smile. Then behind Nick. Heading into a room that not even a Tomi was allowed to enter.

Door opens. In line with both eyes Esta who was slashed saw what was behind her. A very large room. It is even one floor apartment. Reading room. Sofa with real leather wrap. And a big bed.

am I dreaming?

just wait!

remember your purpose here Esta!

meet Rico

yes Rico!

Esta: when did you take me to see her?

Nick stopped his activities. He looked back at Esta.

is he impatient? even just arrived

Nick: we leave after eating. rest for a while

Esta: I can't wait

Nick: you're really impatient

Esta: obviously, this is about the man I love. the man I should have married

Nick's face looked disappointed. That sentence again. Which he must hear. Words that hurt his heart. Resuscitate him.

He walked away. Towards a table. Take something from there. A black box.

Nick: open it

You want to bribe me? I'm not a cheap woman

Nick: just open it

Nick is a little pushy. Pouring the box. Put it in Esta's palm. It makes him no longer able to refuse. Until finally ready to open it.

This ring?

The police found it at the scene, along with Rico's wallet and passport, which were nearly completely burned

Esta: what? so then?

Nick: Rico had an accident that day, just when I received the news

Esta's mouth was choked. Empty views. Both of his hands trembled even the ring he was holding nearly fell down. Nick grabbed it fast.

Nick: I'm sorry I couldn't take care of him

Esta: take me to her! take me to see him!

*POV Sta

Here I am now. A fancy funeral for Nick's family. There are two gravestones beside Rico's tomb.

Both my legs felt so powerless. I almost fell. But I'm strengthening myself. For the sake of convincing me. The man lying under this tombstone is Rico.

he won't leave me like this

A tombstone bearing Rico's name. A photo was even attached there.

I wish I was dreaming

I extend my hand. Putting a headstone in front of me. It was as if he was the man I was looking for. The man who left me even on the day we were supposed to tie the sacred promise.

I hate you Rico

I hate you

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There's nothing Nick can do. Besides standing behind Esta. Looking at the woman who had inhabited the recesses of his heart was crying.

Not just that day. But almost every day. In the last three months. That's what Esta always does. Every morning when he opened his eyes. Only Rico's navel is where he's looking and he's headed. Even when he suddenly disappeared from custody. That's where Nick will go. Because Esta always ends there. Again. And again.

Tomi: it's been almost five months and she still hasn't changed boss

Nick: let it go. he'll heal his own wounds

Tomi: that's what you said yesterday.a week ago.a month ago.you even said that when you first took him to the tomb of Rico

Nick: he is the man he loves

Tomi: the boss also loves him.have even done a lot

Nick: he doesn't admit it. There's no need to admit it

Tomi: do something boss, or you'll die as time goes on

Nick: you swear to me?

Tomi: cih.I will also follow you to the afterlife there boss.

Nick: that's how you lick