The Love of Alenna
Chapter 4
A simple house that is far from the neighbors and located on the edge of the rice field becomes a destination to go home. The house was where Rangga lived with his mother and two younger siblings. Ibu Rangga works in the market, selling rujak cingur. The work was done long ago, and already had many regular customers even before the husband died.
Rengganis, that's the name of Rangga's mother. However, people around him called him as Bu Anis. The woman is forty-five years old, hijab-wearing, hard-working, and friendly to those around her, but firm in her children. Rangga has so much respect for his mother.
Rangga's younger brother is twin boys, his names are Ardi and Ardan. The twins are still in fourth grade at SD. The age of being away from her sisters makes Rangga work hard to help her mother finance the school of the twins. After graduating High School, Rangga decided to work, work, and work. Until now he worked in Mario's shoe shop.
"Mom, tumben a little afternoon go to the market?" ask Rangga who wants to go to the shop.
"Kawanen (mistakes)," replied Bu Anis briefly as he prepared.
"Then Rangga delivered to the market, Mom. All Rangga to the shophouse," explained Rangga.
"Come on. Uh, Miss Siti asked you yesterday, Le. Looks like her daughter Bu Siti has a crush on you. How's it? You want to marry her son Bu Siti?" ask the mother suddenly.
Rangga did not answer directly. This is the third time my mother has asked me the same question. The day of his son Bu Surti, yesterday after his son Bu Ayu, now his son Bu Siti. Rangga to memorize in the style of the mother. Actually, the mother wants Rangga to get married so that someone takes care of and accompanies her when she is tired of working.
"I'm sorry, Mom. Rangga does not like to be fooled. Actually Rangga has put his heart on a woman," I Rangga.
Bu Anis looked surprised as well as happy. For a long time the son was covered with love problems. This time Rangga actually volunteered to confide in his mother.
"Who's the lucky lady, Le?" ask Ms. Anis.
"Actually the lucky Rangga could be loved by this woman, Mom." Rangga's face looks bright.
"What's my man-to-be like?" Bu Anis is getting made into kepo.
She smiled indistinctly before answering her question. His mind was now presenting the figure of Alenna to be more easily described by him.
"Pretty. Blaster's face. It's like a bule. Smart English anyway. That's it, this girl is hijab. His smile was, heeem. One more, he's the younger brother of his boss Rangga. She ...."
Not yet Rangga continued his explanation, one dipper filled with water gliding wet the face area. Ms. Anis who watered Rangga's face.
"Ojo dream of dhuwur-dhuwur (do not dream high). Where there's a perfect girl like that like you, Le. Already, let's go!" Ms. Anis gave instructions.
"yeah. I'm not lying, Mom." Rangga is still trying to convince.
"Let's go! Mom is late!" Bu Anis stepped towards the Rangga motorbike.
"Yes, deh. It's up to mom," said Rangga, resigned.
Rangga who did pay high respect to the mother, that morning did not return to try to convince her mother. When Alenna returned from Jakarta later, Rangga had intended to invite her to play visiting his simple house, so that the mother believed.
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the Jakarta
After the VC with his beloved Mommy to exchange news and ask about Mario-Anjani's wedding preparations, Alenna was accompanied by Uncle Li to the meeting room. Once in the room, the chairs are filled with division heads and business partners who will be invited to work with the company. Everyone there seemed to be waiting for Alenna, because Alenna was leading the meeting that morning.
Meeting commences. Although Alenna's age is young, but the declining business spirit of the father is ingrained. Alenna was so good. Even his speaking skills cannot be underestimated. Moreover, Alenna is very master of English and German. The figure of Alenna who just served as deputy manager was quickly respected by all employees.
"That's how it was today. After this we hope to the representative of Bina Sentosa to be able to talk more with me. Thank you to the meeting participants today. The next meeting will be scheduled for Secretary Li soon" Alenna said.
Everyone nodded and one by one left the meeting room. Two representatives from the relations team. Alenna did not realize that from then on one of the representatives of the relationship, the most handsome, continued to pay attention to her.
"Miss Alenna. Introduce, I'm Vero. Arvero Dewanggi's. The only son and vice-director of Johan Renaldi. He's mydad. My father's company has long been associated with this company. This time I met Mr. John's daughter. You are so beautiful, Miss Alenna." Vero.
Alenna was a little less fond of the way Vero looked at her. Vero is indeed handsome, eleven twelve with his ex-girlfriend, Juno. However, the handsome face of Vero and his successful career could not match the charm of a Rangga. Yeah, that's what Alenna thought.
Vero nodded. He immediately took a professional attitude and showed a wise side in business affairs as at that time. Uncle Li was quick to help Alenna prepare her files. While the secretary who accompanied Vero from earlier seemed to whisper giving input to his master.
Twenty minutes passed. The deal is at the meeting point. Alenna is delighted that the partnership continues with the agreement that has been signed. It really is according to his plans and estimates and will definitely bring profit for both companies.
Meeting's over. Everyone stood up and saluted. Uncle Li seemed to chat with secretary Vero and walked ahead towards the exit. Meanwhile, Alenna and Vero are still working out their important files.
"I hope our relationship isn't limited to coworkers, Miss Alenna. I'm really interested in you. Hopefully next time we can set a schedule for dating." Vero.
Alenna didn't bully him. He simply smiled wryly while subtly rejecting it.
"I'm more interested if I'm just a business partner. Thank ye. The exit is over there, Mr. Vero." Alenna.
In Vero's heart did not accept Alenna's rejection. However, the outside looks of Vero trying to smile and look down reverently. Vero walked out of the meeting room followed by his secretary's steps.
"Astaghfirullah," said Alenna as she reclined back to her seat.
"Miss Alenna wants a lunch break?" Uncle Li offered.
"Lohs. What time is lunch?" Alenna looked surprised.
"Nearly approaching twelve o'clock" said Uncle Li.
Alenna breathed deeply. The meeting seemed to have taken a lot of time. Without realizing it, it was suddenly noon.
"Uncle Li have lunch first. Thank you so much for helping me today. Is there another meeting after this?" ask Alenna.
"There's no more, miss. I know, surely Miss Alenna would linger in the prayer hall." Uncle Li guessed.
Alenna smiled. Since arriving in Jakarta, he started his new habit. According to Mario's message, his parents, also Rangga. Alenna will improve herself, improve her worship. Apparently the custom was observed by Uncle Li.
"I'll excuse you then. Miss Alenna have lunch soon too" Uncle Li advised before leaving.
Alenna nodded and leaned back in her chair.
"In retrospect, I'm not as talented as I used to be. Hidhi. Maybe it's because there's no Mario or any friends I can argue with." Suddenly Alenna felt lonely.
Since arriving in Jakarta, Alenna is not familiar with anyone other than Uncle Li. In its present place there is no woman as good as Anjani, no one as good as Meli, and no one as a Diamond. Suddenly Alenna remembered her friends in Jember.
"Mas Rangga how are you?" lirih Alenna remembered Rangga.
Shaking the smartphone on the table is a bit of a shock. Alenna quickly picked up the flat object and read the incoming message.
How are you, Alenna? Juno's.
"Youtdoor?"
Apparently the sender of the short message was Juno. Alenna had wondered the purpose of Juno again asking for news. The next minute Alenna replied to Juno's message.
Connect ....
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