The Last Cliff's

Chapter 63

The antique clock struck eight times, the pendulum in the center did not stop swinging, shifting its seconds hand step by step. Being a witness of history.

In the center hall of the Rodmeyer family mansion, in the oval-designed room, dozens of people were chatting. Fill the time while waiting for the emergence of two pairs of brides. Their voices mixed with laughter, also happy at the engagement plan of two 'princes' Rodmeyer.

They are not strangers to each other, most of them have known each other and even befriend the two couples who will hold the event. Others were relatives and business associates of the Rodmeyer family. The foreigners were only a few journalists who had the honor to cover the event, and they also knew themselves by pulling over in the back seat, precisely at the door.

Their camera suddenly let out a blitz light when Arvine Dowson came alone when the 'announcer' sound began to 'cecksound'

Ask a reporter: "Are you here to fill an entertainment event ? And your artist management news, is it true ? you guys disperse."

Suddenly the attention of the guests turned to the figure of Arvine Dowson. No exception to the 'largeers' who are sitting on the balcony behind. They even stood up to reach out to the young man's face.

"As you can see, my wardrobe is too casual for an entertainment session. I came to attend the engagement of a friend." sighing for a moment, Arvine Dowson then continued his reply with calm mode, "management is formed to help my career in entertainment, the target is clear, the, to seek the benefits of my popularity. When they disband, it means I'm no longer profitable for management."

"Sorry, it looks like the event has already started, and I have to mingle with other guests immediately" he concluded as he stepped into the crowd. Then two pairs of clingy eyes followed in the footsteps of Arvine Dowson.

Jack Rodmeyer stared. Kendrick Wiliiamson makes a proud smile. The two 'members' sat side by side on the balcony, alongside kyai Mahmud, Karenina Rosi a.k.a Karen Rodmeyer, Aisyah, and Faizah. Six 54-year-olds were compact to sit on the balcony. Who would have thought that they used to be involved in 'marya' rivalry' ? And as you get older, everything is fine ! Lucky to be a couple. Jack and Karen Rodmeyer and Kyai Mahmud and Aisyah.

While Kendrick Williamson and Faizah failed to unite, they still and will continue to love each other. As at that time, their eyes were often linked to each other, their hearts twisted. But their love is not in the same dimension, it is blocked by a mirage entity, an apology !

The past let it pass, wisdom can be plucked, the rest let time heal. The most important thing is presented in front of the eyes of Arvine Dowson, a figure who slowly walked combing the red carpet with a flat, cold face. Although the white dress looked elegant, it was matching with the bouquet of marigolds in her grasp.

But wait ... White ? Isn't tosca her favorite color ? Apparently Clarissa Mae deliberately wears a white dress as a form of 'protest' her heart is reluctant to undergo a scenario written by her reason. The hypocrisy he was living through as a result of compulsion, was in harmony with his flowers, Marigold ! Flowers for a regrettable love.

Arvine Dowson's eyes are not stupid, he knows what is implied by Clarissa Mae's sad face. What he didn't understand was why the woman was doing all the skit. His mind began to fumble.

When Clarissa Mae has stood by Fatimah Mahmud's side, Arvine Dowson realizes that she is about to lose something very valuable, something she has neglected for almost 4 years, 'the love of Clarissa' ! And as the man began to lunge forward, sneaking among the crowd, it all felt almost too late. His chest tightened, his eyes even began to get wet when the figures of Edward and Steve Rodmeyer came out of the curtain across from the two women.

Edward Rodmeyer as always, his attention was divided among the audience. His hands waved as if to quench his thirst for popularity. Strange, why does the man like never satisfied with flattery and puja ? 'artificial culture' enthusiast' ! But really ? That boisterous applause is truly adoring from the heart. Arvine Dowson even cursed him, especially when Edward Rodmeyer was standing in front of Clarissa Mae.

Fatimah Mahmud let her hands rest, then her fingers were frowned upon by Steve Rodmeyer. Then a line of sacred words was heard: "In the name of the merciful Lord, most merciful. With this ring, I appoint you as my future wife, O Fatimah Mahmud, so that no other man may propose to you."

"I accept this ring for you to pin on my finger, Steve Rodmeyer, so that there is only you in my heart." Fatimah Mahmud's voice pouted because of the blockage of tears in her nose.

Wisdom and silence, only the soft voice of Mahir Zein accompanies the procession of embedding a diamond ring on the ring finger of Fatimah Mahmud.

From the top of the balcony, two pairs of old tears melted, rubbed with their handkerchiefs, then both knit fingers, yaa ... Karen Rodmeyer's fingers in Aisyah Mahmud's hands. God blessed their friendship to become brotherhood.

Jack and Kyai Mahmud ? "Maha ... Pull it, sis !"

"Semongko !!!"

The two remained as they once were, joking as they wished. Although Kendrick Williamson squeaks hot. But all were compact to stand when the couple Steve Rodmeyer and Fatimah Mahmud bowed in salute from the holy altar. For them that was the climax of the event, except Faizah.

His old eyes fixedly stared at the cold expression that adorned Clarissa Mae's face. He wanted the match to happen, Edward Rodmeyer and Clarissa Mae. But not in that way, a way that brings with it a cloud on the face of the girl he cares about like his own son.

Clarissa Mae's eyes may be happy because of haru, but it may also be because of sadness. So did her smile, which looked like a cutie on her lips. While Marigold was, clearly he deliberately to cover his fingers that were shivering, haru or afraid ? Old Faizah's eyes could see all that, but his mind could not feel, what was going on ?

If you don't want to, why Clarissa Mae standing while waiting for Edward Rodmeyer to enjoy the spotlight ? Why didn't the girl throw a bouquet of flowers in her hand and run away from the altar ? If he agreed to accept Edward Rodmeyer's proposal, why did he not immediately throw it out with a smile like usual ? Something is wrong ! It was a conclusion that was instantly sculpted in Faizah's heart.

"Save him, young man !" faizah muttered audibly by her comrades, they were following her gaze. Then glared when he found the figure of Arvine Dowson who was breaking through the rows of body burly security in a batik uniform.

Arvine Dowson is trying to take back what he should have, even though it's almost too late.

"Que sera, sera !"