The Rose of De Haas

Chapter 16: Getting Closer

The melodious squeals of birds flying freely in front of the luxurious residence of the De Haas family woke the Rose from its slumber that morning.

It's Sunday, school is off and Rose is not planning anything with her family.

Of course, because Mama and Papa Mawar are going out of town for their new business. A couple of different nationalities have been busy taking care of their new business affairs since the last month.

Roses rose up from the bed, inched slowly towards his study table about to look for something that suddenly disturbed the beautiful girl's mind.

Flick the Rose fingers then grabbed a book that was lying just on his study table with interest.

The book belonged to Cecilion, who was left on his desk yesterday when he returned home from school.

"Do I have to deliver this book to Cecilion's house? Ah, but I don't know where the house is," the beautiful girl muttered, misbehaving herself to imagine how handsome Cecilion was with black hair and his pair of clear caramel neutrals.

Although born to a native Dutch couple, Cecilion's good looks are a bit unusual with her hair black but sparkling like the night sky.

Cecilion did like to smile kindly, but the young man was irritated to speak making the Rose even more curious to make.

After a while struggling with his own mind, Rose finally put the book back on his study table.

He decided to take a shower first to refresh his head which started to feel strange after thinking about Cecilion.

The rose grabbed a light blue knee-length casual dress from the closet, carrying it as well as into the bathroom as a change of clothes.

"Oh my God, what's wrong with me? Why do I always think of Cecilion van der Linen unintentionally like this?!" The rose cried out in disarray as it began to splash its body with fresh water inside the bathroom.

Huh Cecilion van der Linen, congratulations you have managed to make the Rose De Haas that is difficult to attract attention is now frustrated yourself because you continue to think about yourself.

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At the Van Der Linen family residence, all family members were eating a typical European breakfast in the dining room to make silence.

Mr and Mrs Van Der Linen seemed to be in a cold war, making the breakfast atmosphere this time feel very tense and uncomfortable for Cecilion.

"Papa, Mama, I'm done. Thank you for the delicious breakfast," said Cecilion suddenly breaking the silence.

The handsome young man wiped his lips using a handkerchief in a hurried gesture, then stood up from his seat without waiting for a response from his parents.

"Why do you always cause trouble? I was so confused why I wanted to marry you, "sissed Mrs Van Der Linen as she got up, following the departure of her only son.

The household condition of the Van Der Linen couple is indeed chaotic, not okay after a fatal mistake made by Mr. Van Der Linen to his wife.

Cecilion knew about it, but always tried to close his eyes and his ears did not want to interfere in the household problems of his parents.

A pair of Cecilion-level legs walked without direction, out of his house.

The young man's brain seemed to be busy thinking about the pile of problems that came in a row making him walk while daydreaming.

"Hey, Cecilion! Watch out!" rose shouted while running at the speed of light heading across the street to resuscitate the Cecilion who was walking while daydreaming.

Rose's hand swiftly pulled Cecilion's arm with all his might to the roadside, avoiding the car that was already getting closer to the two of them.

Both then fell on the shoulder of the road with an ambiguous position, where the body of the Rose fell right on the body of Cecilion which was lying on the ground.

Roses rush to wake up, trying to save his pride before being seen by many.

"Basic stupid! If you want to die don't be that despicable!" maki Roses while patting her dirty skirt exposed to the ground.

Cecilion grimaced as he watched the Rose, he did not expect that this calm girl could also curse like that.

"Ah, I don't intend to die. It's just that I was daydreaming while walking," Cecilion replied as he rose from his position.

"What would have happened if I hadn't seen you? Basic, next time you should not be careless," the Rose who is still busy cleaning her skirt.

"As a token of gratitude, would you like to have some lemonade ice with me?" cecilion asked while scratching his nape that was not itchy, his own misbehavior in front of the Rose.

She realized that the Rose of De Haas was so beautiful when her long blonde hair was left unraveled like it is today.

Indeed, seen from any point of view the Rose is indeed very charming to make the heart of Cecilion now beat fast.

"I think you want to take me to champagne," the Rose replied with a small laugh, making Cecilion desperately try to keep his attitude in order to keep it looking normal.

The smooth cheeks of the two teenagers revealed a vivid red tinge, but they both ignored it.

Cecilion chuckled slightly, shook his head slowly then. "Where possible, we are underage can be dangerous if desperate to buy champagne."

"Then let's have some lemonade ice. You're the one who bought it?" said Rose with a smile, making Cecilion nod obediently.

The two then go hand in hand, equally confused about how to behave because disturbed by wrong behavior.

The interaction between Cecilion and Rose is very funny, making some passersby who cross paths with them think that the two are a new pair of lovers.

"Where are we going to drink lemonade ice?" ask Roses after they had walked several tens of meters in the crowd of Batavia on Sunday.

"Near the city park? There are also plenty of snacks there. I will also treat if you want," replied Cecilion, pointing towards the city park that was not far from where they were.

The rose nodded in agreement, making Cecilion smile gently. The two of them continued their journey while having a light conversation around school and hobbies.

After finding Uncle the lemonade ice seller, Cecilion and Rose ordered each one with a different taste.

They then sit next to each other under a tree, slightly protecting themselves from the sun's sharpening sting.

"Roses?" calling Cecilion seemed a little hesitant as if he was about to say something.

"What's up, Cecilion?" asked the Rose after sipping a glass filled with lemonade ice.

"Eum, I'd like to ask if your mother is a native?"