Taint

U—3

I squirmed as I pulled the blanket over my chest. From the top of the bed, I looked at the curves of Kak Darren's body combing his hair. Today, he was going to Stone Town to check on the construction of the project.

I could only stare disappointed at the failure to go there, not because of anything, but the condition of my body that was not healthy.

Since yesterday my head is dizzy, body aches, and the stomach is sometimes wrapped around. I don't know what the cause is, a less regular diet or compensation for Kak Darren is a little excessive. Ah, but the brownie cake exists because of his attitude that does not want to open. But I am the one who paid the compensation. It's totally unfair, but strangely enough, I also like that injustice.

"Darling, are you really okay with me staying?" Brother Darren asked as he stepped towards me.

"It's okay, I just need a break. After all ... There is also Mother at home," I replied.

Brother Darren sat next to me rubbing my forehead "You're still hot" he said.

"But the dizziness has diminished." I smiled so she wouldn't worry. This job is important, don't leave it just for me.

"To the hospital yes, dear," he persuaded. I don't know how many times he took me there.

"No need, brother. Just regular dizziness, later also mengingan."

Brother Darren let out a rude breath, "If I go home later still not better, I have to take you to the hospital."

"Yes, Brother."

My smile grew wider as her hands rubbed my cheeks, warm and soothing. If only I could be selfish, I wouldn't want to be left for even a second. I want him to stay beside me, touch me and hold me tight. Ahh, how peaceful the world is with him.

"I'm sorry, honey. Yesterday ... was too long, so .. difficult to control," he said moments later.

"I'm not sure if I really miss. The proof, yesterday-yesterday-yesterday was diced," my god.

"Darling, I didn't mean to. I .. i___"

"Will I not be able to go to Batu?" I quickly finished.

"Darling, it's not so. Don't misunderstand me. By God I have no such intention." Darren looks worried. "All right, I'm putting this job off. I'll be there once you're healed" he continued.

"If the intention is not delayed, not good" I said.

"It's better than leaving a sick wife." Darren responded quickly.

"I'm just kidding, brother, don't take it seriously" I said with a slight laugh.

Darren looked at me without a blink, I don't know what he was thinking.

"Sister!" call me because he doesn't talk.

"Dear, say it honestly! You're letting me go or not?" asked Darren without taking a look.

I was amused to look at him, not expecting him to be this worried. So I got up and sat down in front of him. Then, I clasped his hand tightly.

"Go, I was just kidding, brother. I know it's important work, so don't delay. I can still come at another time" I said seriously.

"You ... really?"

"Yes." Yeah."

"alright. As long as I'm there, I'll video call you so you know what I'm doing there" said Kak Darren, who then made me laugh.

"But, Babe___"

"Be serious at work and I will rest at home" I concluded.

Brother Darren let out a long sigh, "Alright. Later if you're better, I'll take you there."

I smiled and nodded slowly. We hugged each other before she left.

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Two months later.

Since knowing the business of Kak Darren at that time, until now I have not set foot there. The design of the project was just looking at me on my phone when Kak Darren video called. Every time there is an intention to go there, there are always obstacles, whether it is pain, sudden departure, or along with the event at Mother's house.

At the moment, the project is almost finished. Just a few days the houses lined up are ready to be inhabited. Of the 47 units, 30 are already sold, 6 are in bidding, and 11 are still in demand. Brother Darren and Fahri continue to increase promotion in order to achieve the target.

Today, Brother Darren is free and he took me there. However, before that we ate breakfast first while listening to the advice of Ms. Fatimah about the newly pioneered business.

"Kirana, how not to eat?" reprimand Bu Fatimah on the sidelines of his advice.

I did not answer and just smiled. I don't know why lately na*su my eating reduced, even my weight to a drastic decrease.

"Austenance!"

"Come on, Mother, just look at it is full," I said.

"You sick, honey?" ask Brother Darren.

"No, Brother. I'm healthy, really, but .. Kayak males just want to eat." I answered while looking at a lump of rice that I had not touched earlier.

"But you have to eat, honey. We're going a long way, it's not good if your stomach is empty" Darren said.

"Let's eat on the road, brother. I'm not really hungry" I replied.

"Kirana, may Mother have an opinion?" This time it was Fatimah.

"L-yes, Mother."

"Please do not underestimate health. The last month, you were not well fed and often sick. Your body is thin and your face paled. Kirana, this time please don't resist anymore! Check yourself out to the doctor. Do not be sorry for being late for treatment, Kirana," said Ms. Fatimah.

"But, Mother, I'm fine. I don't feel pain" I protested.

"I'm sorry, instead of trying to scare you. Mother will talk this because love is the same you. Kirana, your late mother has a history of cancer .." said Ms. Fatimah who then jolted me.

"Snooze the facts, if you don't believe .. can ask yourself to Ambar." Fatimah took my hand. "That's why, Kirana, since long ago Mother persuaded you to the hospital. Mother wants to do the best for you" he continued.

I could not answer, my guts suddenly shrunk after hearing the words of Ms. Fatimah. Actually, I felt something was wrong in me, but I didn't think that far. Because, even a little bit of no pain whack, just not hungry and weight loss.

"O Allah, please protect my servant," my mind trembled.

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