The Story of a Broken Man

21. First Day of Ilyas

The dawn had arrived, the sudden rain was over. Ilyas immediately took the water of ablution . He immediately performed the dawn prayer. The injuries caused by the fall are getting better than before.

Take a shower to freshen up in the morning. His feelings are mixed. Happy, and enthusiastic though he himself was somewhat fearful as well. He wants to get through today well . Especially his first day at work.

I hope he can find a good friend. It seemed that ever since he left home, he had never had a long conversation with anyone other than Joseph. They also seek experiences they have never had.

"Well, the one who just wants to enter the work is very neat," Joseph who just woke up said so . Today he was a little bit of a bad luck. Fortunately, there is still enough to pray at dawn.

Though the one used by Ilyas is ordinary, only shorts and t-shirts. He actually wants to wear long pants, but it seems better to use shorts. He felt that the clothes were not excessive.

Joseph, who had just prayed at dawn, immediately headed to the kitchen to cook. This morning he wanted to make something special to encourage the person who had been considered his own sister. It felt good to see that guy get a job.

"Yes, breakfast first. Mumpung is still just ripe" Yusuf reminded Ilyas.

"Ready bang. Today is a holiday, right?" Ilyas who approached the dining table asked so . He was astonished to see Joseph not ready to go to work.

"Collapse yourself more precisely. I'm working males again. So yeah I told the office I was sick. Fortunately, it was accepted," Joseph gave a reason why he still did not hurry to get ready for work.

”Oh. Can it be, huh?"

"Actually no, anyway. Inipun is the second time I'm on leave because of another work males. Don't copy ya. Not good," Joseph was confused as to what to say.

"I'm an exemplary child. I can't be that."

"The exemplary child ran away from home."

"On that ..," Ilyas was unable to say any further.

"It's good that you finish your food first. Said the old man first, it is not good to eat while talking can choke apert."

After Joseph said so, there was no more chatter between them. The atmosphere was completely silent but it was not long. After Ilyas finished his meal, their chatter continued.

"What time do you go to work?"

"Jam 6.30 WIB said he had to get there anyway. Oh yeah, just half an hour. I'm leaving right away, bang. Doain yes everything went smoothly," immediately after saying so, Ilyas immediately slid. Joseph just looked with a smile at his behavior.

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"You're the new officer?" ask a man who still looks foreign in Ilyas's eyes.

"Yes. Just entered, "Ordinary, if entering a new environment is still nervous.

"Look out . Don't be afraid of that person" said the man. He seemed to be a few years older than Ilyas, but he seemed easy to be friends with anyone .

"No. My face is like a scared person, isn't it?"

"Rather than thinking it's mending you pick up the rice . Dah matured tuh, put in front of so many. I want to fry chicken ."

Immediately Ilyas obeyed his words. He seems to be busy doing other work. He put the rice in front with a bit of distress. Because it is also heavy when lifted.

"I'm Ilyas."

"Good name.I hope we can be good coworkers yes," comments containing hope was thrown from the mouth of the person who claimed to be named Riski.

"I hope so ."

"Oh yes Yas, if here if you can work what is there. If you're in trouble, I'll let me help you with what I can."

"Ready bang."

"Even if I'm older, call me Riski. Let's make it better."

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Joseph returned to his bed. I think he wants to sleep again. Fortunately, he asked his boss for permission. He is very lazy today effect still can not move on with the former. It may seem overwhelming to a man. But he also has bad feelings. Can't a man get upset?

Even without saying a word, but it felt that last night was very painful. If you think about it, it's better not to have an ex. No need to feel pain when the ex engrossed in making out with his new partner.

In addition to being upset, the envy that strikes also cannot be denied . It feels like seeing it so like they do not really fit, more suitable if we are in their position.

What a good holiday? Joseph, who could not sleep, finally thought about it. Mumpung is still a holiday as well . He finally decided to go for a walk without a clear purpose to let go of the problem that arose it .

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"This is why you're roasting indigo. I taught you how, just relax," Riski said as she turned off the stove. It just so happens that the fried chicken is ready to be served.

"First put this in front first," while handing over the newly cooked chicken he said to Ilyas.

While Ilyas was ahead, Rizki took out the frozen fish he had cleaned yesterday from the refrigerator. Water was watered by him so that the chunks of ice that enveloped the fish immediately melted.

"First we prepare the fish grill first. It must be gini . Let it ripen evenly," Riski said as she put it into practice.

"Don't you know?" tanyanya.

"Hmm.. a little bit," Actually Ilyas was still confused also by the explanation of his coworker. He was actually confused because yesterday the person who received him work said he just peeled the same seasoning grated coconut but when the first day of work instead told the others. It's just that he did not dare to protest, however he must be ready to bear all the risks because it was his choice.

"Mending we practice together. Take another grill try."

Ilyas immediately picked up a grill that looked hanging . Trying it hard a few times too. Fortunately, there was a patient Riski . And in the end, even if it's not perfect, it can be. What he was confused about was actually how to structure the fish . Everything looks the same for him in any position. But there are rules of its own.

"How's the new kid?", asked the man who yesterday received Ilyas' work to Riski. It looks very neat with jeans and a shirt .

"The name is new. Still can't work without being taught. Maybe a week later he'll understand this and that" Riski said to the man. His words sounded a little harsh in Ilyas' ear. But if you think it's right too.

"I live first. I have important business. Okay, you're the same as him. Don't get angry," the man then left the two of them in the kitchen .

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