
The Aristokelly family dinner went on as usual. Like aristocratic families who uphold the ethics of eating, no one talks until dessert is served. The two people sitting side by side looked at each other several times and one of them had a strong nervousness. Of course it's Ben, a guy like Railene wouldn't be nervous as long as he knew what other people around him were thinking.
After the main menu is finished, dessert comes. Inchara is out and wants to enjoy the show that Ben is about to start. The non-human girl always likes to see unfortunate things happen to Ben, almost as much as Railene likes for her mischief everywhere.
"Ehem, Papa, Mother, Grandpa, Grandma, I have something to say" Ben started after getting a code from Railene.
In the chair beside Ben, Railene sat upright while cutting her pudding into pieces. As Ben spoke, Railene ate quietly. And the parent group shifted attention from food to the firstborn in their family.
"What are you talking about?" Bram asked with his usual attitude.
Ben let out a long sigh while Inchara quietly patted Ben on the shoulder as if preparing Ben for the fight. Railene at the side quietly observed amusedly, but did not smile or laugh. He even chatted with Inchara over telepathy while eating pudding.
Gaining Inchara's support, Ben is more confident and reveals the things that have been agreed between him and Railene.
"I'm the same Railene went to the Maldives the day after Railene took a computer course with a teacher there" Ben said with a slight nervousness in his voice. This cold boy was going to be very different in front of his family.
Eating suddenly stopped. The four old men simultaneously dropped the cutlery. The most visibly resisting and shocked one was Diza.
Ben and Railene put the cutlery down. Silently waiting for an answer. Actually the only one waiting for Ben is because Railene has heard all the thoughts from his family. Everyone refused and did not allow it except for himself and Ben.
"It doesn't seem easy. Chara, give Ben strength so he can protect us" Railene said.
"okay!"
Inchara stood next to Ben and only the two of them could see him. Ben glanced at her strangely and wondered what the girl would do. He glanced at the silent Railene and was looking at her.
Suddenly Ben sees the movement and cheerful voice of Inchara. The girl raised her hands high and pranced like something she had seen on the basketball court before the game started. Cheerleader. And the yel-yel sound of Inchara entered his ears.
"Spirit! C'mon c'mon! Ben spirit! C'mon c'mon. Ben let's protect Railene! Ben spirit! Come come come~"
Railene almost burst into laughter seeing Inchara imitate the cheers girls who practice on their school basketball court every week. His tone, voice, even movements were very similar. But what is lacking is just facial expressions. His expression was not encouraging, but a serious expression that brought pressure towards Ben.
The cheered Ben twitched at the corner of his lips. He doesn't know whether to laugh or cry at Inchara's strange efforts leading him to the ultimate goal of succeeding Railene's demands. He is depressed, but also motivated.
Seeing Ben's thoughts, Railene almost smiled. "Good, Chara. You're so cool!" raileen said proudly.
Inchara smiled and walked back to Railene's side. Ready to continue watching the show. Ben on the other hand faces a certain pressure and spirit.
"We talk after eating" said Bram, who then broke the tension at the dinner table. Creating new unknown tensions.
Ben nodded.
...
The two people sitting on the interrogation chair (re: living room sofa), sold their sweet smiles after narrating and slightly persuaded the four elders in front of them. No sound was heard while the expressions of the four elders were different from each other. One was startled, the other was astonished, the other was struck by lightning, and the other was a bit angry. Ben and Railene have shared their plans to go abroad with only three of Railene's assistant artists, Maria.
One family gathered in the living room with a tense situation. Actually the only one who was very relaxed was Railene who had already read the minds of the four people. Inchara was also there and sat next to Railene as if he were the third child of the Aristokelly family.
"Why go all the way and hurry?" Ask grandma.
"Must be that teacher? Also why the day after tomorrow?" Now Diza asked with concern.
"Railene shooting starts in a month. And if you don't learn spit-cheek later Railene did not reach the standard set Om Jack," said Ben continues to give reasons.
"Let's let Mommy say the same Om Jack and if you want to go there, Mother Temenin." Diza answered quickly and prepared to call Jack. The two have known each other since Railene entered the entertainment world many years ago.
Railene had already guessed Diza's move, so she timely prevented it.
"Mother doesn't need to meet me with Brother. There is Sister Maria who is coming with us. Sister Maria happened to have lived there for several years and knew the neighborhood there. Mother, Papa, Grandma and Grandpa do not need to worry," said Railene managed to stop the movement Diza.
But the four people were still worried. Finally they had a long and long discussion. Railene and Ben repeatedly persuaded with patience and assurance. To make the two women in the family worry-free, Railene allows Diza to call Maria. Talk and talk until sure.
All discussions are over at nine p.m. Diza was eventually convinced and began advising the two teenagers. They only listen and occasionally answer with confidence.
...
Railene, Ben, and Inchara gather in Railene's room after a long conversation with the four parents. They sat and looked at each other. Simultaneously, Railene and Ben heaved a sigh of relief while smiling. Inchara beside them smiled brightly, infected with the emotion of Railene's relief.
"Okay, the plan worked. We'll have a leave tomorrow. I think Brother has to make a lot of guarantees for permission." Railene walked up to her bed and broke down. Looking at Ben with a joke.
"Why is it just me?" Ben asked confusedly.
"Because there's only one special thing, Ben, you're less special" Inchara said, interrupting and nodding in disrespect. Railene grinned and sent a thumbs up towards Inchara.
Ben with his intelligent brain finally understood what they were talking about. Yes, of course it's about achievement and who's the golden boy in school. Ben let out a long sigh and got used to his sister's taunts. Acknowledging that he is indeed not as competent as Railene in the field of brain abilities.
"Hmm.., I have to make a plan. Let's help!" Ben stood up with spirit.
Railene and Inchara looked at each other.
A few seconds later...
"Good night Brother!"
"Good night, Ben!"
The two girls wave and close the door, leaving Ben stranded outside Railene's room.
"The unfilial brother!" he muttered furiously and returned to the room. Secretly plotting revenge for the two girls.
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Note: Hey, I always forget to make an announcement if I don't update. So these days I'm sick and some of the symptoms are similar to those of Omicron. I'm overthinking. Honestly not thinking of updates. I gatau I am sick or get a virus, but blm blah2 aja, do not dare to check and rather relieved because it is a bit light. Pray for me to get well and sorry to say mulu.🙈
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