The White Heart Jasmine

Chapter 53 - On TV Station

Back to college, busy. Lecture business, assignments to the library and also in journalistic activities. Going home in the morning is dark almost every day. Melati stay up. He knew the more days the ideals he dreamed would come true.

Singing offers also come quite often. As before, Melati selectively chose. However, he did not want until there was a lecture that dropped let alone had to repeat.

Ranita and Alfaro's relationship is getting stronger. They really clicked, got the chemistry people said. Ranita's parents initially heavily allow Ranita to date, fearing Arnita's events recur.

This semester journalistic activities are no longer in terms of writing articles or looking for news, but will be involved in making news events or shows on television. Coincidentally coincided with the practical assignments of the courses that Melati followed. Students are divided into several places to be able to learn how to make a program on television.

"Mel, the three of us are assigned to Sunny TV. Me, you, and Rino." Sherly Melati's classmate.

"Yes, I've read the division of the group. From next week we will be working there" Melati said.

"There's a cover letter from the college later. Fitting early he said orientation of place and work there how. Only then will we be placed anywhere according to the direction of the mentor there," added Sherly.

"Rino!" Sherly calls Rino who just entered the classroom. The sweet black guy is approaching.

"Ahaayyy. can be a teammate of beautiful and quality girls. Demen, I'm.." said Rino. He sat in front of his two friends.

"You're a whim, us?" Sherly nonjok jidat Rino quietly.

"Ooihhh... why? I can also be sandelin lo. ntar deh, evidain," said Rino.

"How about you? Absent just like nitips," Sherly said.

Rino grinned, Melati just laughed.

Melati eagerly awaits her practice days on Sunny TV. From the beginning he was curious as to what the process of a TV show was done. From topic selection, behind-the-scenes preparation, until it is finally worth airing.

The following Monday at 11 noon the three students were already in Sunny TV's office. With a cover letter from campus they introduced themselves. They met with the chief of staff. Mr. Daniel's name. His person looked dignified and resolute. It doesn't look bad, but it doesn't smile much either.

"You will be mentored here. Krista, one of the best here. So we don't mess around with tasks and work. Even if you are still practicing by giving the best mentor, we also want you to learn as well as possible. Do not just meet the demands of the campus," explained Mr. Daniel.

"Well, sir," said Melati, Rino, and Sherly.

Krista is a woman about 25 years old. Seemed firm and a bit fierce. But he seems to be an intelligent and deft man. He was not far from Daniel.

"After this you are immediately in the guidance of Krista. Everything that deals with work during your practice, you call Krista," Mr. Daniel closes his explanation.

"Then I take them straight to my room, sir. I need to give a more detailed explanation about their job description while here. While driving them to get to know the environment Sunny TV." Krista said as she saluted Mr. Daniel with a nod of her head.

"OKAY. Make sure all clear. I'm looking forward to meeting." Mr. Daniel left them.

"Come, let's go to my room" Krista asked.

Then Krista took them around the big office. Spacious office space, studios, meeting rooms, editing rooms, wardrobe rooms and various equipment are shown to them. All of them are introduced to the employees at the end of it. There was a sense of tension and awkwardness. But there is also a curiosity what if it has started work.

"OKAY. Today was enough to get here first. Please come according to the schedule we have agreed. Make sure you're not late and know what to do" Krista said.

"Thank you, Ma'am." Melati. Sherly and Rino too.

Then the practice or call it the third student's internship begins. Enter from one office to another, from one studio to another. For a week of exploration they will be asked to do anything small while knowing how each part of the TV works. That is, if the apprentice is considered not to know anything.

The work on the TV station turned out to be very fast. All must be deft, precise, detailed, and good work. No room no time for error. Melati and her two friends were so shady to follow the rhythm. Even though they work only half a day, from 1 pm after college to 7 pm maximum. Whereas if working in a TV station people like do not know the time. Can stay up for days especially if the event is live and aired every day. Crew for one event can be a lot.

Fortunately, this weekend they are on holiday. And Melati assented when dad took her for a walk. I haven't seen my dad in almost a month. Ranita this time did not follow. Sometimes when dad visits them, Ranita comes along. Ranita had to make an observation to Bogor for her college assignment and Alfaro escorted her.

Dad and Melati went to lunch together. They went to one of the malls and ate at the food court there. Their passions are the same, roasted chicken. They both ordered their favorite food.

"So, it's more solid because of the internship?" ask Dad while they eat.

"Yes, Dad. But I'm really excited. Hardly a day to see an artist there. There are those who come for talkshow, speakers at infotaiment or news events. Exciting, Dad," replied Melati.

"How does it feel to see an artist?" Father looked at Melati then gulped down the mineral water in front of her.

"Some are friendly, some are indifferent. There are many people who want to, some are very good. It's la, Dad. We who serve them must understand each other's character, so it's not wrong to serve." Melati told me with passion.

I patiently heard Melati tell me. Sometimes I comment or ask. And Melati answered cheerfully.

"Then, what's dad's job?" Finally, Melati changed her question to her father.

"Dad there is a business plan in Malang. I've been working long distances. Over 6 years. I'm arranging how to get together with your mother and sisters" replied Dad.

"Oyeah?? Ah, it's so good to hear that. About when, Dad?" Melati looked at father curiously.

"If it's three more months, son." Dad scooped his last nya.

"Not long will mean. How did you finally decide to turn back?" Melati took her drink, then gulped it down.

Dad leaned back into the back of the chair. "You remember when Azka and Adista got married? Several times I spoke with Mr. Tirta. And talk about work too. We finally got a collaboration. It's starting to set. Just pray it all goes well," explained Dad.

"I'm so relieved, I'll get together again with the family." Melati smile.

"Yes, son." Dad smiled too.

Family togetherness cannot be replaced. There are times that can not be repeated to see a joke or when the wound and lara. Support each other, trust each other, give each other, all intertwined love.