REX AND REN

Trouble Maker

Three days after Maya's accident, she finally returned to school. Although still in a mourning mood, but I'm happy to see Maya's condition began to improve. Evidently with a cheerful smile that is displayed, although not often, but I know Maya tried sincerely and hard.

I myself have also gradually forgotten the tragedy of B minus, although sometimes still remembered, but not often. Just like Maya, I also tried to sincerely accept it.

“I think I should have another discussion with Mr. Revelation about Oxford.”

“Loh, why?”

“Now I am less willing May make a list of college applications there.”

“Kok is that anyway, Ren?” ask Maya to be confused.

We were in the classroom looking through some shared university brochures. Towards the last year like this, many alumni of the school come to promote the campuses where they study now.

“Ren, it's your dream to get in there. Kok now you are so crazy anyway, just because of the value of B.” continued Maya. I just shrug my shoulders.

Well, since tragedy B minus that time, I've been rethinking all my future plans, including Oxford. I don't know, my confidence is a little bit reduced. I'm afraid what if later after Oxford accepted me, it turns out there I got a B minus? Surely they will think that I am not that smart, or even at worst they will think that I am actually a fraud, manipulating the values listed in my diploma.

“ Anyway, you have to get into Oxford, Ren. You have to promise me, you have to fight to get in there and continue to graduate so successful people.” said Maya while looking at me earnestly. I just nodded, though in my heart I doubted. I just don't want to let Maya down, because right now she looks so trusting of me.

“Good!” exclaims jolly.

“May, are you sure you don't want to go to college?” my many. Maya was silent for a moment, then smiled again.

“I nitip college life with you, yes. So, you have to do your best, Ren.” he replied.

Although Maya replied with a smile, but I could see the sadness in her eyes. It must have been very difficult for Maya to give up her dream due to circumstances. If I was in Maya's position, I wouldn't be like her.

“May, if you need help, whatever it is, you say yes to me. Don't hesitate, you say the same to me. Okay?” I said I was trying to divert the conversation about college. I don't want to add to Maya's grief. But, I really mean what I said just now, I'll help Maya as much as possible if she needs it.

“Still yes, Ren.” replied.

***

The second break is over and now we are watching Mr. Basir writing an example of a math problem. Shortly thereafter, Ms. Ambar, BP's teacher, is seen knocking on the door. Just contact made all eyes be on him with a wondering expression including me. What's Miss Ambar here for? Who is the student in trouble this time?

Mr. Basir approached and it appeared that they were talking about something. Judging from the look on the faces of the two, it seemed like a serious problem. After he finished speaking, Mr. Basir returned but not to continue his studies.

“Ren, you're coming with Ambar Bu now, yes.”

My heart seemed to stop for a moment. What the hell is this?

“I-yes...Sir,” I replied. I slowly moved, I could hear some children whispering. They must be talking about me!

“Oh, yes..all just bring your bag.” said Mr. Basir again.

Whahuh? Wh why? Am I being kicked out of school? What wrong? Is it because of that B minus? The noise had now turned into a noise.

“Ke-na-pa?”

“Let's Bu Ambar clearin.” said Mr. Basir.

I swallowed my hard-earned saliva. I took my bag with trembling hands to even glance at Maya I couldn't.I walked towards the door, there was already Ambar. I'm sure now my face must be pale.

I followed Ambar who was walking in front of me. I hugged my bag tightly to calm my still-clanging heart. The door to BP's room is starting to look and my feelings are getting less and less. But Ms. Ambar kept walking through the BP room.

Aye?

“Bu!” call me. Ambar's mother looked over.

“Ya?”

“BP room has passed, why are we still walking?”

“We don't want to BP.” room

“Terus?”

“Ke UKS.”

THE UKS?

“But I'm fine, Mom. I am not sick at all.” obviously me who does feel fine and does not need to be treated to the UKS.

“Rex?” Miss Ambar nodded.

“But why?”

It was impossible for Rex to get sick all of a sudden because he was eating two dishes of fried rice plus three eggs of beef eyes.

“Rex fight with other students. So I'm asking you to make anther Rex go home.”

I was sure my current expression was like that of a fool, eyes glaring with gaping mouths.

Rex fight?

The first and last time I saw Rex fighting with another student, it was seventh grade Junior High. It was also due to trivial problems, teasing each other that led to parental summons and the penalty of cleaning the toilet for a week.

But right now, there was no way he could fight just because of such trivial things? I mean, it's gonna tarnish his reputation as an idol guy. He's not a kid anymore!

When I got to the UKS, how surprised I was to see the scene in front of me. Abi sat on the sofa and was being treated by UKS officers. His face was full of bruises, his lips were smashed (looking traces of blood were beginning to dry out) and his nose was stuffed with cotton. Abi grimaced slightly as the officer gave the red medicine on his elbow. Then he looked at me but immediately threw his face back.

What the hell is this really?

Only one person can explain it now! I clenched both hands, furious. With quick steps, I walked towards the bed and then pulled the curtain over. I'm more surprised to find Rex sleeping while snoring.

He could sleep!

My frustration peaked, I kicked her bed that made Rex jerk up.

“Apaan, hell!” his protest while writhing.

This kid really!

Rex's face was bruised but not as bad as Abi's. Only her lips were smashed and her temples were taped to plaster, while her nose was still smooth without a cotton swab. Looks like Rex did beat Abi all out!

“You why the hell is ,Rex?” just pissed.

My chest is claustrophobic with emotion now. Rex just looked at me, not answering anything. Then he snorted and threw away his face. Oh my...

***

We were standing in the parking lot, waiting for Mr. Alif's invitation. Both me and Rex were silent. But I was silent because of the overflowing emotions, while Rex was silent like there was no guilt. And that makes me even more furious!

Why should Abi!

Shortly thereafter, Mr. Alif arrived. Without saying much I went straight up, followed by Rex who also went up from the other door.

“So, the story you want to be a hero?” my spray. I can no longer hold back my emotions. Rex was silent, staring straight ahead.

“Why do you have to fight with him, anyway? What mistake!” Again there is no answer.

Okay, I think I'm going to explode now!

“You budeg? Mute?”

“This is because you are a bummer..” finally Rex opens his mouth.

But what did he say? A junk? What mean!

“Oh..so you fight, I'm wrong, so!” my yelling.

“Mbak, patience..” said Mr. Alif.

“Dimming Mr. Alif diem, deh!”

“Kok so turn on Mr. Alif, anyway! She's not wrong what-pa!” now it's Rex's turn to scream. I straightened my back and stared at Rex's emotions.

“So I have to blame who? You didn't explain anything from earlier!” I cried while pointing at Rex's chest.

Rex looked beaver, his face was flushed red, ready to explode. He stared back at me sharply, I did not back down from my position, staring with heightened emotions. When I thought we were going to end up smashing into each other in the car, Rex just clucked and threw his face into the window.

Goddamnit!