The Dark Side of High School Kids

Chapter 64 - Surprising Decision

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Elsa and Zara chatted for a long time. The two girls who initially hated each other, now became familiar. Even to the very personal stage of the conversation.

"Gue Denger, you're the same Gamal dating. That really?" elsa asked while stirring the avocado juice with a straw.

Zara nodded weakly. "That's it. But honestly, I still don't fully believe in Gamal. Guys like that can't actually be trusted. You must think so too," he said. Asking for an opinion from Elsa.

"No idea anyway. He can change, Ra." Elsa tries to think positively. Zara could only breathe a long sigh.

Not long after, Zara's phone rang. The girl immediately raised a call that was none other than Gamal. Both of Zara's eyebrows seemed to be raised excitedly when he heard the news from Gamal.

"What's up, Ra?" ask Elsa. When Zara just finished talking over the phone.

"Gamal ngajakin to the nightclub. Lo same Raffi also invited!" said Zara while busy struggling with the phone screen.

"Huh? Night clubs? Not really!" Elsa refused. Honestly, he never once set foot into a nightclub.

"Seru. The nightclub is one of the stress relievers" Zara said. His eyes winked slowly.

"Lo don't have to make it. I just don't want to." Elsa persisted with her stance. He immediately got up from his seat and paid his respects to go home.

"Thanks for everything, Ra. Now you're one of my dekettes!" Elsa offered one hand to Zara. Intend to touch.

"So I shuddered him. I finally have a girl. You do not have to worry, the past replay incident will not happen. I'll keep your secret very well." Zara welcomes Elsa's hand. The two held hands for a while. Then go home to each other's homes.

On the other hand, Raffi just got a message from Bu Lestari. He received news that he was selected as a student who entered a student exchange program. Raffi was offered to attend school in America.

If Raffi receives that good opportunity, then he will be easier to continue his studies to foreign universities. Especially in the American region.

Bruk!

The door of the room suddenly opened. Heni appeared with a big smile. It turned out that not only did Raffi get news from Bu Lestari, but he did as well.

"Raffy! I am so proud of you!" Heni ran to hug Raffi. He feels very happy. Which parent is not happy when they find out their child has great success. The exchange program itself will only be obtained by students who meet certain qualifications.

Unlike Heni, Raffi is not happy. He was suddenly not interested in studying abroad.

"Mamah said Papah first yes. Let's go downstairs! We're obrolin' together." Heni brought Raffi down the stairs. Then sit down to join Irwan on the sofa.

Heni immediately told me the good news he had just received. Irwan who heard, of course also happy. But after he and Heni noticed Raffi's facial features, their smiles automatically faded.

"Raf, your face is sad. This is happy news. Students entering exchange programs are rare. Not all schools are!" said Heni who felt astonished.

"I want to go to school here, Mah, Pah... If college wants that too. Here you go" Raffi said calmly.

"Raffi, Papah Sama Mamah asked diligently to learn it so that you can easily get a good opportunity. It's a shame that you refused. Tell Papah, what's the reason you're going to refuse a student exchange program offer?" Irwan put on a serious expression. He was a bit disappointed with his son's words just now.

"What kind of a reason is that, Raf? Precisely by following the student exchange program, you are devoted to your own state. People will be proud of you! Especially if you are very accomplished when in the country of people later!" concluded Irwan with a frown.

Heni speaks a thousand languages. He was rather shocked to hear Raffi's refusal. How not? A few years ago, Raffi's dream was to join a student exchange and continue studying at a top university like Harvard. But why did his son's thinking suddenly change?

"Udah, Pah." Heni calmed her husband first. Then go forward to ask Raffi a question. Her instincts as a mother felt to have another premonition. Heni is convinced, Raffi has a reason that is deliberately hidden. He'll try to guess.

"Raf, do you have a boyfriend?" ask Heni slowly. One hand touched Raffi's knee.

The deg!

Raffi's heart is beating fast. He must have felt caught off guard. However, Raffi is determined to keep his relationship with Elsa secret until the end.

"No, Mah! Did you see I was close to a girl?" reply Raffi who does not want to confess.

"Elsa? She's a girl too, right? Maybe it's you-"

"Gosh, Mah. Where could I be with Elsa dating. From a small age we are already in office." Raffi once again brushed off. He even accidentally cut off his own mother's speech.

Heni and Irwan automatically exchanged glances. Heni looks frustrated by pressing his eel.

"This is all, mending you think well first before making a decision. Some of the time is still a lot to think about," suggested Irwan yan choose to hold his ego.

"I think my choice will remain the same, Pah." Raffi is back.

Bruk!

Irwan this time release. He hit the table hard. His efforts, which continue to try to give his only son the best, felt futile.

"Why get angry?! This is my best choice. Papah should have accepted. I can still be a doctor even if I go to college here!" cecar Raffi's. I don't know why his breathing is starting to feel heavy. It seemed that resentment was beginning to fill his niche. Just like the father.

"She just wants the best for you! From a small Papah the same Mamah always encourage you to make learning routine. Even without pressing you! Papah is willing to throw away his own ego for you!" Irwan was already gripped by anger. Panicked Heni, once again trying to calm down.

"Already, Pah. Let Raffi think first. Right, Raf?" Heni looked at Raffi. Hope his son is willing to give up. But it seemed like Raffi ignored his gaze.

"So Papah why did I accept this student exchange program? Get to the point, Pah. No need to tell me to think" said Raffi. Causing Irwan and Heni to be flabbergasted simultaneously. They had never seen Raffi dare to speak like that.

"Yes! You must accept! This time I won't give up!" irwan firmly stood up. He immediately entered the room.

"Raf, you should think again. The program you received was a very good opportunity. Not all students can get it easily." Heni tried to persuade Raffi once again.

Raffi is just silent. Without a word, he stepped into the room. Then take the phone. A message from Gamal.

...'Raf, to yuk's nightclub. Try once. I'm going to pesen vip room for us!'...

This is the sound of a message received by Raffi. For the first time, he was immediately willing to come along. Even without taking time to think. Raffi just wants to go all the way from the stifling atmosphere of the house.