The Beloved Woman of the President

Farewell

Briana continued to hold tightly to Lu's two hands that were about to get into Wildan's car. It's really heavy. Although Briana and Lu had strengthened each other last night, but still this separation was very sad. Not just Briana. All the neighbors who idolized Lu also felt sad and also did not want to let go of the handsome water ghost. The look on their faces vividly illustrates that they lost Lu so heavily that they initially thought he was Briana's cousin.

Yes, this morning when Erzan, Wildan and Julia came to Briana's house, the neighbors were curious why there was a luxury car coming to his residence. Not wanting any noise, Briana finally told everyone who Lu really was. Also with the reason why Lu could stay in his house. Fortunately Lu was handsome and had also left a good impression in everyone's eyes, so this truth did not trigger anger at all. Everyone lined up waiting to release Lu back to his family. And this was where everyone was now, staring sadly at Briana who just kept holding onto Lu's hand. This fierce girl is not willing to be lived by her fake cousin.

“Bri, how long will you hold Lu's hand? Why don't you handcuff your hands to continue to unite,” chirps Julia to look at the farewell scene that has been delayed since. It had been almost twenty minutes, but Briana still did not want to let go of his grasp. Julia is tired of standing up.

“Don't ruin the mood if you don't want to go home with your mouth sewn into your ear, Julia!” sahut Briana was heard saying Julia. He then turned his head, sending a cruel look at his best friend who did not understand his current feelings at all. “If you're tired just say you're tired. No need to use silly reasons like that. Make people upset only.”

“Haihhh, it seems like I can't hide anything from you, Bri. Alright, I am indeed tired of standing waiting for you to release Lu. If only my feet could talk, they would have shouted and said that my feet began to grow from the roots because they stood too long. Satisfied you!”

Wildan and Erzan just quietly listen to the debate between Briana and Julia. As for Lu himself, he appeared to be smiling faintly as he continued to stare at Briana's face. It was common for Lu to hear the fierce debate of these pair of companions, so it was no longer a surprise to him. Meanwhile, the neighbors who had previously known Julia, they were seen showing a look of boredom while watching a silly debate between two women who were the same bar. Julia and Briana were one package, even if these two women were to brawl they would be mediocre to respond to it.

“Bri?”

Briana who was still arguing with Julia directly looked at Lu when she heard Lu call her. While closing her eyes, Briana asked what was going on. “Why call me, Lu? Do you need anything?”

“No,” replied Lu with a small smile. “It's time for me to go back to my house. Although I don't remember anything, Erzan says our parents are waiting for my return. It's okay if I leave now?”

Don't ask how Briana feels right now. Her throat seemed to dry instantly as Lu reminded Briana that she had to leave immediately. Truly, at this moment Briana's heart kept screaming asking that Lu not leave her. He really did not want this farewell.

“Already, Briana. Just let Lu go home, there will still be me who will accompany you here. Yes ‘kan?” timpal Julia while stroking Briana's shoulder. He understood the sadness felt by his friend.

“Ekhmmm Julia, can you shut up first?” tegur Erzan was anxious himself to see Julia who continued to pestle Briana. “Let Briana finish her conversation with my sister. You don't bother!”

“Briana my best friend and Lu are my closest people. What's wrong if I mediate between them?”

Realizing that his superior sister could not tame Julia, Wildan immediately took the initiative to break up. He walked over to Julia then pulled her arm slowly. After that Wildan whispered. “Nona Julia, please let Miss Briana and Mr. Gavriel speak calmly. Poor them. Yes?”

“Alright,” Julia said obediently.

Erzan gaped in shock at Julia who was obedient as soon as Wildan who asked him to shut up. It's really surprising, isn't it? Hohoho, Erzan doesn't just know the reason why Julia can be so obedient to Wildan. La wong she's already in love at first sight at him. It's only natural that Julia didn't rebel when Wildan asked her to shut up. Isn't that right, guys?

“Lu, we will still meet again ‘kan?” briana asked with a stifled voice.

“I can't promise that, Briana. But I promise I will try to remember you. And if I fail to remember our togetherness, please come and meet me. Explain that we spent sixty days getting to know each other. Yes?” lu replied as he stared intolerably at Briana. His heart ached as if he was holding back a cry.

You take a long breath. He let go of both his hands that were being held by Briana then caressed her cheeks feelingly. Really, Lu really loved this fierce woman very much. If only Briana wanted to, Lu would have brought her home together. You don't want them to part, but how else. Briana refused to go with him.

“Briana, ever since you allowed me to stay and eat at your house, I have since considered you as my helper goddess. When everyone rebukes me and drives me away, you do so well to help someone who can't even remember his own name. You mean a lot to me, Briana. So you certainly have the right to come and remind me of our togetherness. Don't worry, there are still Erzan and Wildan who can be witnesses if we know each other. Also Julia and the neighbors who live around your house. They will certainly be willing to help you to recover my memories of us if only later our memories of togetherness were erased from my mind. Okay?”

“Is that?” briana said doubtfully.

When Lu was about to answer, the neighbors had already convinced Briana that they were willing to help him if one day Lu forgot about it. Even seeing that, you have no power not to smile. He was relieved that the people there were so kind to him and to Briana. Realizing that he had to leave, Lu heavily pulled Briana into his arms and then kissed the top of his head affectionately.

“Bri, take good care of yourself. I will try to keep my promise by coming here to see you again. And I hope that until that time comes, you will live your day as best you can. Remember my message well. Don't be so hard on yourself. Make yourself happy by doing the things that you have always wanted to do. Live only once, Briana. One of the best ways to be thankful is to value yourself. Understand?”

“Iya,” Briana replied. After that Briana untied the embrace then looked at Lu with a big smile. “You focus on your recovery first. And remember, you still owe me. Make sure you come back to pay all your bills. Know?”

“Good. And if I forget, don't hesitate to look for me huh. You and Julia gave me the name Lu, which means a man forgets his memories. Yes ‘kan?”

Briana laughing. He took a deep breath before helping open the car door for Lu. “Nah, come in.”

“Thank you.”

Before getting into the car, Lu waved at everyone who was there. He then smiled as he once again stroked Briana's cheek before actually getting into the car. Erzan and Wildan rushed in. Not to forget they say goodbye to everyone, especially Julia and Briana.

“Erzan, just slowly drive it. I don't want to hear about the three of you losing your memory in a car accident. Yes?” briana's message just before she closes the car door. He then tapped on the windshield to let Lu lower the window.

“Siap. You take it easy, Bri. Wildan is very reliable,” said Erzan while giving his thumb. He then looked at the older sister who was staring at each other with Briana. Erzan then cleared his throat. “So Gavriel, are you ready?”

“Ya,” answer Lu briefly. “Bri, I go first yes. Don't eat late and spend time outside. Okay?”

Briana nodded. He then retreated backwards as Wildan started the car engine. Waving her hands, Briana continued to float a smile towards Lu as the car slowly started moving away. And in the end Lu completely vanished from Briana's sight. Honestly, it's very stifling in the chest.

Lu, I hope you keep your promise to come back here again. Otherwise, I swear I'll hire bandits to kidnap you and then beat you until you forget your memories again. Know you?

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