Short Story (Cerpen)

Day Dreamer (Part 2)

Category: Triangle Love Cerpen

Title: Day Dreamer (Part 2)

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Meanwhile, at the restaurant

“Hiratsuka-san's chat. I'll go to the toilet first, while you choose the menu to order. Just a moment.” my word on her, “Good, it's okay.” It was just an excuse, I wanted to make sure that the girl in the bookstore was Hikari. Half ran me down the Mall floor to look for the store. I saw the whole store, it turns out he's not there. Two girls were standing next to each other on the escalator stairs. The more I speed up my run to get close to the girl, “Hikari!” I managed to pat her on the shoulder, “That's not like you imagined” with a still wheezing breath, I tried to explain to her, “Then?” “Diaa. I mean he's just..” “Ah come on, don't take the trouble to explain it to me. That's none of my business either.” Hikari answered him in a flat tone, He did not show any expression, “Hikari Hikari!”. But he just ran away from me.

The sudden wind blew away, awakening me from this long daydream. Apparently, I'm new

I realized that Umemura was no longer sitting next to me. The sneakers I was wearing made a crackling sound, as I stepped foot. Makkyo, soon you'll get your wish. Go to New York to learn more about basketball. And I'm here. I'm going to study harder to get the most out of my graduation next year. That afternoon, the sunset looked more beautiful than yesterday. Makes a beautiful sheen when reflecting its light into the calm lake water.

One year passed. I can graduate High School with good grades. The desire to go to college in Paris was taken seriously by my father and mother. Sounds slow footsteps from next to the room, Mom just entered. Because the room door was deliberately left open, “Have finished packing your stuff Hikari?” the tan is soft, “Not yet, I'm still confused. Whether all the goods here, will be brought or not.” “Alright, Mom help to pack it.” with eyes that look cute, she helps me to arrange these things in the suitcase. “Mother?” “What's Hikari?” “I will definitely miss you a lot.” I said to her, “Mother too, this house will definitely be quiet without you here.” “Haha, Mom could have. Is there a mochi cake made by Mom?” “Of course not. So, whenever you want a mochi cake. You just need to call Mom. Then the next day, you can already eat with your friends.” “Really? Then I will often call Mom so that the mochi cake I can enjoy every day.” “Hahaha, yes, you must be diligent in calling Ibu”. I only shed tears, this hand immediately grabbed the body of the woman in front of me right now. “Be fine there. Take care of your health always. I will always pray for you here. No need to hesitate to call Mom whenever you need it.” “Iya Mother. Thank you.”

5 Years later

I close this thick book, inscribed with a sign on the cover. I don't feel like time goes by so fast. My name is clearly on the plaque on the wall near the gate. Hikari Motoyoma, written with the best title at Boveire University. Now it's my second year interning to be a native speaker here. It's good to be able to rise from the past. Make it all a motivation to step into a good future. The sound of my flat shoes is not too clear in a room this big, for a moment I glanced at the library guard woman, She was busy reading a novel, sometimes justifying her glasses that sagged down. I went through every towering bookcase. I put down the book I just finished reading. A man wearing jeans with a porsche car parked behind him, was waiting for me outside the library. He waved his hand with a smile, “Hai.” Say it kindly, “It's been a long time waiting?. Sorry, I'm too engrossed if I'm already in the library” That guy just looks at me with a smile that expands on his face, “What's up, , I'll just remind you that our flight will leave in half an hour.” “Emm, I've missed Japan, it's winter now.” “Me too, let's just hurry.” His gaze could not be separated from my face, and we laughed together. He gently opened the car door, I stepped in.

Half an hour we crossed the streets of Paris filled with dried leaves that fell, fresh air instantly

I yawned, rubbed my eyes, and woke up slowly. He's still asleep on my shoulder. I smiled looking at her face, a very calming face. Making my life slowly change, slowly forgetting someone. And to pursue the future with him. “Mario, mario. We have arrived.” I shook his shoulders slowly, “Emm, ehhh” he yawned, “Ohh, yes. The air is cold.” “Iya, let's go home soon.” He stood up and walked slowly while holding my hand.

We took a taxi to get home. Along the way I told the streets that used to hold various stories during my High School. He listened patiently and responded to everything. But it's only half the journey. He asked for breakfast first. I took her to one of the suburban stores.

Until the meeting came. After breakfast, we took a short walk in the park nearby. Many pigeons peck at the grain that visitors sow. Making a rumbling sound because of the flapping of their wings. I sat down to relax with him on the bench near the fountain pool, looking out over the view of Tokyo that I had left for the last five years. Everything remained the same, only a slight change as there were already many shops and shopping malls lined up along the way. He clasped my shoulder. Look, then smile. I return the smile, “I want to buy a soda, will I get you one?” “Boleh” “Wait a minute here.” He stood up from the bench, just a few steps away. It's back. I looked at him confused, innocently he asked “Where is the drinking machine?” I chuckle, “You are, it is near the seller hotdog.” while pointing the direction of the small store that sells some junkfood menu, “Alright.” He walked away from me.

Before long, came a tall and well-built man. Wearing a jacket and scarf that are both thick. His shoes were large, making his voice heard before he sat beside me. I didn't care about it, busy looking at the sights of the city that I had long missed. Until He mentioned my name, “Hikari?” i'm turning. Staring at his face, the water of his face revealed a great exhaustion. Half a shock to realize it. Yep! He's someone who used to live in my heart, never. But, until now. Even after about five years of not meeting him, I still hold that feeling. Although only a little, but still embedded in the heart. Then, can I just say a word, “Makkyo?” He smiled, there was a hint of excitement on his face. “How are you?” “Baik”. I was confused as to what to say, it was too difficult to express my current feelings. “A long time no see. Since that incident. We never communicate.” He said it with a flat intonation, smiling I heard it. Remembering the events first. I just nodded slowly. My long long long longs were pensive, suddenly evaporating away. Bizarrely. Two far different feelings just popped into my mind. I still held that feeling to her, but the other half-heartedness, I hated seeing her sudden arrival. “Where have you been so long as we don't meet?” “I continued my studies in France. Art majors.” “Wa, far away.” “Iya” Silent for a moment, “How about you?” the question just popped out of my mouth, “Sama like my dream first. I want to be a famous basketball athlete. I went to New York.” Maybe because I rarely see sports news, I don't know his career development as an athlete. “We are adults now.” “Emm, yes. Youre right. Hikari, I want to explain something to you. Maybe this is what makes you misunderstand me.” Instantly, the cold burst into my body. My heart suddenly beats faster. My lips are cunt. “What” He cradled for a moment the sentence he would say to me, “That girl. Actually, she's my boyfriend. But, but it wasn't me who expressed feelings for her. At that time, I myself still doubt my feelings for you.” Hearing that last sentence, I swore in my heart. Don't you see how I'm behaving towards you? That affection, can't you feel it??. He took a deep breath, continuing his story. “But. I was pensive for a long time. When I am with you, I feel comfortable. No other girl can make me feel that comfortable. Makes me laugh freely every day. You can understand how I feel. I tried to contact you, but the E-Mail address and whatever it is, you're not using it anymore.” Indeed, I instantly replaced everything related to be able to communicate with you. “I just realized it. Really, I'm sorry... Is it too late?” hesitant to answer. But the answer suddenly came to itself.

With a casual step Marrio carried two cans of soda in her hands. He looked at me, then at Makkyo. The three of us looked at each other for a moment. And I just woke up. “Ehh, Marrio. This is Makkyo, he's my high school friend. And, Makkyo. My fiancee.” A slight feeling of guilt suddenly burst into my heart. But why should I feel guilty about the people who wronged me?. Makkyo shut up, bowed for a moment. Then he stood up to Marrio. “Hay Marrio!” He smiled, shook his hand. “Hay! Did I interrupt the conversation between you two?” “Ahh no.” And for some reason, we answered. “Oh hahha. All right, I'll buy you some warm snacks. While waiting, maybe you still want to ask the news. It's okay.” I directly held her arm, “No Marrio. You stay here.” “It's okay. Really am. I did want to buy some snacks.” He smiled at me, a smile of understanding. And walk leisurely away from us. I sat back on the bench.

“Reacted I was late.” Makkyo starts the conversation. I bite my lips. Staring blankly ahead, “Sorry to me. If I can be honest. I actually still have feelings for you. But the possibility for us together. I think it's impossible. Actually, it's also hard for me to erase our memories. Forget about you, but life has to go on. Whatever happens. There's no way I'm stuck in the memories of the past. With expectations that barely even exist.” Pronouncing my feelings all that time, made it a little difficult for me to breathe. With the cold as it is now, he was still silent. No expression appeared. He looked at me, “Hikari May you be happy with him. Me, I'll be your sharing companion. Call me if you need help. Whatever it is.” That's all, and then he stood up. Hugged me warmly. I held back the crying. Why are you saying it now? When I was with him, you suddenly brought with you the great hope that I had long since lived. I wish I could change this destiny. He let go of his embrace. I lowered my head, hiding the puddle that was about to spill from my eyes. “Bye.” He smiled, left. Walk slowly leaving me. Only his back was visible now. At that moment, I was sobbing slowly…

'remember our story with a smile, you will always be “someone” in my heart'

sorry

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