Restore Your Smile

Sherly

Today, James got an interview call at an elite women's private High School, one of the schools he sent his job application letter to. The interview begins with Pk. 14.00, waiting for teaching and learning activities in school is over.

By the time James arrived, the after-school bell had just rung. So the atmosphere of the school is still quite frenzied. It was seen that girls of Celine's age were joking with her friend, while waiting for an invitation in the parking lot. Seeing that, James smiled. Maybe if Celine could enjoy school, Celine would be like this, he thought.

It is not surprising that this school bears the word "elite". The parking is extensive. On the left and right of the main road there are many shady trees that make the atmosphere beautiful. From earlier James noticed that almost all the students here were picked up by car, and most of them included luxury cars with private drivers.

As soon as James got closer, tall and magnificent buildings with modern designs stood in front of him. James approached the security guard of the school gate to inquire about the principal's room. After knowing James' needs, the security also showed its direction.

To get to the principal's room, James had to travel quite a distance. Several sports courts such as tennis, basketball, and swimming pools can be seen on the road that James passed. Not to mention some of the hallways and stairs that had made James lost and finally he had to ask one of the students.

The student pointed at James with a meaningful smile. Then he immediately left while giggling with his friend. Getting such treatment, making James careless. He was like an animal in the wrong cage. James only realized that it turned out that from earlier many students were glancing at him while whispering with friends.

But James tried to cut himself off. Maybe this is the atmosphere in the school when you see creatures that are different types with them. He continued in his footsteps, until he found the principal room he was looking for.

This SMU principal was a rather old woman with obvious emanating dignity. He greeted James kindly. The first question he asked was the reason James sent his job application letter to this school. James answered honestly and as is. There is no specific reason. He just wants to work immediately and therefore he is not too picky school where he works. He knew finding a job was not easy.

Hearing James' reply, the Headmaster smiled wisely. Then he continued his interview by asking questions that are quite common, such as his work experience and his reasons for choosing the Guidance and Counseling major.

The interview was conducted conducively. James answered the questions smoothly without pressure. This may also be due to the Headmaster's attitude which makes the interview atmosphere relaxed and fun.

After about an hour, James was welcome home. The interview is over and James will be contacted again for further notice.

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By four o'clock in the afternoon, James was home. Celine was still in her room and Mama Ratna was watching TV. Papa Heru and Alex have not returned from work.

Upon seeing James, Mama Ratna approached James and asked him about the interview. James recounted the incident he had experienced at school while enjoying a cup of warm tea.

In the middle of the conversation, Celine came out of the room, then went to take a bath. After the shower, she joined Mama Ratna and James.

While chatting, suddenly there was a white car parked in front of the house.

"Who? " ask Mama Ratna. James and Celine shook their heads in ignorance, then looked out.

Shortly afterwards, Alex is seen getting out of the car along with a woman. That woman! The woman James saw with Alex at the mall!

Deg ! James' heart began to beat rapidly. This time he could no longer escape! Surely Mama Ratna and Celine also saw the same sight she saw! Worrying and anxious, he watched Celine's countenance carefully, trying to manage his own feelings to look calm.

Alex and the woman entered the house. Mama Ratna, James and Celine were already standing on the terrace.

As soon as the three of them stood up as if ready to greet them, Alex said, "Tumben, everyone is gathering on the terrace. Oh yeah, meet Ma, James, Lin, this is Sherly" while pointing to the woman.

The woman glanced at Alex as if she was still waiting for her next words. A conscious Alex is being waited on for misbehavior, then continues his words, "Daughter Alex. "

"Greetings." The woman named Sherly smiled in greeting.

"Greetings know too. Come on, stop by first. " Mama Ratna let Sherly in.

They were led by Mama Ratna. Then sit in the living room chair. Mama Ratna asked Celine to help prepare a drink. Celine then went to the kitchen.

James could only follow Celine with his eyes. She wanted to follow Celine to the kitchen to make sure she felt. But that desire was suppressed. He did not want to rush into concluding something. Better look at the situation first, he thought.

"So, it was fitting to go home from work, Alex's car broke down, Ma.. After contacting the car dealer where to buy the company car, Alex's official car was taken to the workshop. Well, Sherly who knows Alex's car broke down, offered a ride to take Alex home, all want to meet the people of the house" explained Alex at length.

"Oh yes, Sher.. Sorry forgot to know you back. This is my Mama" Alex said as he pointed at Mama Ratna.

"This is James, my brother. " James, who was named, nodded his head.

"And the one who was in the kitchen was Celine, my cousin's sister" Alex said.

"So, how do you know and since when did you guys become? Alex didn't have a story to Mama anyway. "asked Mama Ratna.

"We're office mates, Auntie" Sherly replied in short, glancing at Alex, who was just grinning.

"We were made up. ngg. was almost 4 months. Alex doesn't want to tell stories, Ma.. But wait for it to come out. Don't just tell the story, you're breaking up" Alex continued.

At that time, Celine returned from the kitchen, then served drinks to guests. After that, he sat down next to James.

"Come, drink first.. Sorry yeah.. Celine's son is shy" Mama Ratna said.

"Oh, Gapapa, Auntie" Sherly replied.

"So now you guys are steady? " ask Mama Ratna again.

"Yes.that's fine, Ma. Because from the beginning, Alex Uda said, the courtship was in preparation for marriage. Not kidding. And Sherly knows it too" Alex replied, looking at Sherly.

The conversation lasted about 15-20 minutes. After that, Sherly went home.

Throughout the conversation, James quietly continued to pay attention to Celine. During that time, Celine was much silent and somewhat lowered her head. No one thought it was too strange, because that was what was common if Celine met someone new to her.

After that, Celine still continued her studies with Alex according to the schedule made by James. All activities are taking place as usual.

James chose silence. He will pay attention to Celine's condition further. I hope Celine is okay. Thankfully to this extent, there was no noticeable change from Celine's attitude. Is it possible that Alex was right, that Celine had no more feelings for him?

If that's the case, it's much better. But still there was unrest within him. His little heart still felt his conjecture was right.

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