Taint

Surprise For Reza

Five days have passed since Daniel came to see me. During that time, I was always caught in a dilemma. The shadow of Daniel who cried and looked at me with sadness, often haunting the heart and mind. The flame of love that I tried to extinguish, shimmered more and more every time I remembered about it.

But I don't want to be stupid for love anymore. I'll think with logic. If he really loves me, he'll be responsible. He knew I was leaving the house, he knew it took a lot of effort to make up for the living expenses, but he never helped me.

If he loves me, there's no way he'll walk with another woman. It's impossible to stay away and not care about my situation at all. No, Daniel doesn't love me anymore. His feelings must have changed, as space and time stretched between us.

"I have to forget him. I can't keep thinking about it" I muttered alone.

I sipped the chocolate milk I just had. I took a deep breath repeatedly, I tried to brush off the shadow of Daniel who was still disturbing.

Regarding his arrival, I did not tell anyone, neither Reza nor Mayra. I don't know, I still want to keep it to myself.

In the last few days, Mayra has been talking about her lover. He said he was a wise, understanding, romantic and uncalculated man.

I'm so happy, May, you got the perfect partner. But ... cry from me, don't put logic aside for love. Don't make mistakes like I did. I don't want you to be broken and hurt like me.

Mayra responded with a laugh, as I advised her. I don't know why he thought it was funny when I was serious. But I don't give up, as a friend, I won't let him fall into the same hole as me. I keep putting that advice in every conversation.

Shortly after, I was struck by the sound of knocking on the door. I went up and rushed to open it, Reza came.

"Your favorite." Reza smiled as she showed the plastic bag she was carrying.

"What?" my many.

"Egg martyrdom. Eaten now, yes, it's still warm" replied Reza.

"No need to bother, Za. You___"

"Sst." Reza put her index finger on my lips. "I'm glad to be in your life. It's all nothing, Kirana. You know, a chance close to you, it's something very precious in my life" he continued.

"Za, i___"

"I'm not forcing you to accept my love. Just as you think there is, it's more than enough for me" Reza concluded, without pulling his fingers.

I lowered my head, setting a heart that began to err. Although in this heart, there is still clearly love for Daniel, but some of the space began to open and willing to accept the presence of Reza.

"I don't just think you exist, Za. You have an important role in my life, I will never forget your presence" I said with a big smile.

"Ra, does this mean .. you___"

"I bought this martabak for you, Ra. I'm with you, yes" replied Reza. He followed my steps towards the dining table.

"I was cooking rendang, sure you don't want to ngincip?" I said while twitching my eyes.

"Mmm well, it must be really good for my future wife's cooking." Reza rubbed the top of my head while laughing crisply.

I did not argue when he said that sentence, I even filled him with a smile. We sat together at the dining table. I eat martabak, and he enjoys the shady rendang. We talked to each other and joked. Seeing his laughter, I managed to get out of the dilemma.

"Maybe this is the way to get out of the wound. God has sent another love for Mayra, there is no more burden for me to choose you, Reza" I said in my heart.

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The ringing of the alarm woke me from the dream world. I quickly moved and headed to the bathroom. I had a very important agenda this morning.

Today is Reza's birthday, and I'll give her a surprise. It just so happens that it's now a red date, so he doesn't teach. Usually, he uses the day off to look at his buttons.

An hour later, I was neatly dressed in a loose maroon red dress. I let the hair run down, squeezing, covering the shoulders adorned with lace. I smiled at the reflection in the mirror. My face looks fresher with a thin makeup polish.

After feeling enough, I stepped out. I smiled again as I looked at the birthday cake I made last night. I want to sleep late to surprise her.

"My heart doesn't love you yet, Za. But, I have already started to accept your presence. Gradually, I'll give you this taste, whole to you." I muttered as I put the cake into the mica box.

"I'll call you, once I get to the boutique. I can't wait to see your expression, Za." I stepped out, and headed for the boutique that stood right next to the house.

I entered through the back door, because in front there were many visitors. I don't want to be the center of attention, because bringing a birthday cake is quite big.

I paused for a moment at the door, I called Kyla and asked for her help, but my phone was not picked up repeatedly.

"Ckk, how about this, when I'm back," I murmured alone.

Then my eyes fell on the door. I tried to turn it around, and it wasn't locked.

"All right, I'm going in, there's no way I'm going to stand here. I'll go see Ms. Alena." I walked in and was going to meet Alena.

However, my steps came to a halt in front of Reza's room. There was a voice that caught my attention.

Seriate...