OUR HUSBAND IS TOGETHER
ACCEPTED WORK
“Huh tired once.” I wiped away the sweaty fur that flooded my temples. This is the 40th minute I went around Batam City. I have touched many shops lined up around here but no place wants to accept me as its employee. It was getting dark and anxiety started to pour over my little heart.
Oh God. By this time you have outlined the story of my life as a widow, so I ask for Your justice. Please give me a job so that my son Pricilia never feels hunger.
I threw a glance towards the sky. People say if we are sad then look for happiness through all nature. I hope that the old days have a point.
“Propay yes dear.” I said softly as I patted Pricilia's buttocks gently. Thankfully this boy did not whine as I carried him around the dusty streets.
Uh! I remember the Hero. We used to walk a lot to find food in street stalls. Every time there was dust scattered, he would always cover my nose and mouth using his own hands. Actually, the man was tired of telling me to wear a mask but I never heeded it.
Ck! Again, that son of a bitch crossed my brain.
“You're how the hell? If not the intention to work, it is no longer necessary! You think I pay you to watch you play cell phones all the time?”
“Ma-I'm sorry ma'am, I'm khilaf.”
“Khilaf khilaf! Just yummy! You think I'm a fault-busting boss? You have been fired!”
In the midst of my dream of Hero, I was suddenly shocked by a fight between two human children who I assumed the status of boss and employees. I kept watching their squabbles until at last a woman in a blue uniform ran and left her boss inside.
Oh God. Is this an answer from you?
I ventured to set foot into the store. The store in it is filled with various types of sponge and mini cakes. I was certain that the young lady had been officially fired by the boss, very clear from her grim face.
“Pemisi bu.” I said while lowering my body. “Sorry, is there a job opening here?” I noticed the annoyed strokes still lingering on his face. Uh! I hope this woman accepts my presence.
“What's your name?”
“Chevani Agra bu. Call it Chevani.”
“That's your son?”
“Iya.”
“I could have accepted you to work here as long as your son doesn't come with you.”
Oh Jesus! How could I leave this little girl alone?
“Please let me bring your child. No one takes care of him anyway he's not fussy kok.”
“Huh! Who can guarantee?”
“I work as a housekeeper also a washerman. And during my work I always brought my son. Thank God my daughter is not fussy.” I noticed the face of Pricilia who began to show a drowsiness.
“Do you have no brothers?”
“No ma'am, I am a widow and only live alone with my daughter.” I don't know if this is a lie or not. But obviously no one can take care of Pricilia except me. That's in-laws? Uh! His mind is only money and money.
“Hmm okay. But with the record that if your daughter is fussy enough to interfere with your performance then I'll fire you!”
Alhamdulillah Wrestling. Finally the last place I go to will be my new place for sustenance. Although it seems like this conditional mother is chatty but nothing while I can still get a source of income to support myself.
“Good bu I understand.”
“You want in day or night shift?”
“Sift night only bu because I day work as ART.”
“Well then you should have arrived here at seven o'clock in the evening just right and don't be late!”
“Good ma'am then excuse me. Thank you very much.”
The sun has changed tasks with the moon. I picked up a flat object in my pocket to contact Neni. Tonight we promised to go to Ratna's parents' house to find her whereabouts there.
“Halo Neni's. Where are you?” I said while leaning the body on a closed shophouse wall.
“We meet at the usual place.”
“Oh gosh! Really I'm not asking about the location of our meeting.” Ck! Truth be told, my feelings aren't too slow either. He could use his ears well.
“Huh! I'm on the road. Have you contacted Elin?”
“Not yet. After calling you I'll call that woman.”
“Good. I'll let you know when I get to.”
Tuuut.
You insolent! He could've cut off the phone before I could've finished talking. But yes, I better call Elin.
“Hai Che, where are you?” A woman's voice rang out from across the street as I pressed the phone symbol on this flat object.
“I'm not far from our usual place. You alone?”
“Oh well in five minutes I'll be up.”
“OK Iwait.”
After contacting the two I walked towards a stretch not far from where I was standing. The location is always our basecamp every time we gather considering the right place and filled with various food menus on each side. Not so broad, but enough to be a suitable choice for nongki-nongki.
Five minutes passed, I had been sitting in an empty little stall going to the seller. I don't know where the mbok who used to peddle his nightlife here, this place is quiet and only leaves a lamp.
I looked around, it turned out that there were so many young people who were alone in this place. I don't know what I'm doing, but I can clearly see those who are giggling in the dark zone. Uwow my brain is traveling.
“Chevani!” A woman in a blue shirt waved at me.
“Hey you've arrived.”
“Yes. Where's Neni?”
“Maybe in a moment, sit here first.”
“Where are you from?”
“After returning from Mr. Reno's house I immediately found a job. Know it? I was accepted into a bakery not far from here.” I explained without being asked.
“Ohya? Why so soon?”
“Entah Lin. Luck is still on my side.”
Yep. I feel like I'm the luckiest person in the world today. I know finding a job is not easy especially having to bring a child like me. But fate said otherwise, today I have officially had a new job after quitting my old job.
“Eum Che's. Have you heard?” A woman in a blue shirt stared fixedly at my net.
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