Thunder on Earth Love

Meet Aldi

The atmosphere contracted by Shafa that morning was very unfriendly. Silvia always gave a cynical look to her best friend. Aira and Alza also did not understand Silvia's change of attitude. They just thought, maybe Silvia is making a fuss with her boyfriend.

Shafa went to the campus without a motorbike. He told Alza to use his bike. On the road, Shafa unexpectedly meets his father.

Steven invited his daughter to a coffee shop. Of course Shafa did not refuse. He also misses talking to his father.

They talked for a while, after which Steven drove Shafa to the campus.

Shafa was sorting through the books in the library. After getting what he was looking for Shafa got out of there and put his book in a bag. Then go to the security behind the campus. He intends to work on his script there with a calm atmosphere and accompanied by colorful flowers.

But arriving at the place, Shafa sees a man playing the guitar.

With a hesitant step he approached the man and sat down beside him.

"Your hobby is the same! Love to play music, even the students to be crazy about your voice," said Shafa casually.

What he was holding was really surprised. The man looked at Shafa speechlessly. Shafa tries to act ordinary and dismiss the resentment and disappointment that had mixed into a pain and bitter memories.

The man put his guitar next to the bench he was sitting on. Then look at the girl next to him. He held Shafa's shoulder with a sad look. Water welled up his eyes."Sorry!" One word came out of Aldi's mouth.

They were silent for a moment. Shafa himself did not expect to be able to deal directly with the man of his past. Yesterday he was afraid to meet Aldi.

"I'm sorry Shafa! I've sinned against you. Punish me as you please. Just so you can forgive me" Aldi said with tears of regret. He fused his head with Shafa's head. Without skin touch. Because Shafa's head was also wrapped in a hijab.

If possible, Aldi would have hugged the girl in front of him. But he certainly knows who his ex-girlfriend is now.

"I've forgiven you Al. I have forgiven you!" Shafa also broke into tears. "Everything's happened. We just need to fix the past."

Aldi removed Shafa's shoulders and raised his head. "Thank you Shafa! Thank you for forgiving my mistake." Aldi was back facing forward wiping his tears. So too with Shafa. He was determined to forgive Aldi's mistakes. Even though it had left a scar that would never disappear.

"How come you're this strong Shafa?" aldi asked with his voice.

Shafa smiled. "Fachri has strengthened me. She made me a tough girl" she said.

"I'm sorry again! It ruined your life that night" Aldi said regretfully.

"Yes, I'm devastated. But Fachri had saved me from destruction by marrying me at that time. I really hate you Aldi. Hates you so much." Shafa emphasized his last words while turning to Aldi. "But Fachri taught me not to be a vengeful person" Shafa continued.

"Fachri is indeed a man worthy of being with you Shafa."

"But he has also left me alone, all because of my fault. Because it's my fault Fachri's gone for good." Tears flooded back into Shafa's sweet face. He will be very sad to remember Fachri's departure. But the look in his eyes still shows how he continues to try strong even though he is fragile.

Aldi also watched Shafa. All because of his actions, so Shafa must experience endless suffering.

"Why did you suddenly disappear Al? Even Samuel didn't know where you were going" Shafa asked later.

Aldi breathed a breath that suddenly felt heavy. She had indeed disappeared after destroying her lover's future. But without anyone knowing his family was also devastated that time. "My father died that same night, of a heart attack" he said.

Shafa himself was silent, wanting to hear the continuation of Aldi's story. Shafa can capture the murat of deep sadness on the handsome face of his former lover.

"Maybe it's karma because of what I did to you. Papa's company went bankrupt and all assets were confiscated by the bank. That's what got Papa having a heart attack. Until the next day after papa's funeral, my mother and I had to leave the house" Aldi continued.

"Is it all because of daddy?" ask Shafa curiously. Because he knew, his father would destroy anyone who harassed his family.

Aldi shook his head, then his gaze led down with a forced smile. "Mr Steven wasn't that mean to me and my family, Shafa." Then Aldi turned to Shafa and smiled gently.

"Papa went bankrupt because he was cheated by his business partner. Not because of Mr. Steven, your father. He also came at papa's funeral. Then offer help to save the company. But, my mother refused. Because I don't want to depend on anyone. Moreover, it turns out that my mama is your mama's friend. Rest assured Shafa, your father is a very good man" Aldi said.

"Yes, my mom and I moved to this town. Back to the old house of my grandmother, which has not been occupied. Mama is also starting a new business here. We start all from zero again" said Aldi who now sounds more relaxed.

Shafa looked at Aldi. "You've also changed a lot now Al" he said.

"More beautiful!" aldi shouted with confidence.

"Start with narcissism." Shafa smiled too. "You look more mature now" he continued.

"My life has also increased by the Fa. And again all this life process that taught me to be more mature. I am also friends with Afif. Of course the contagion is a little bit," said Aldi while chuckling. Shafa also chuckled. Aldi's attitude is still not much different from the previous one.

"You know the Fa? Afif is very sad when you reject his application," said Aldi suddenly.

Shafa was stunned by Aldi's words. "You know why I can't take it. Moreover, the name Fachri still lingers in my memory. I love Fachri so much, Al. It's not easy to just forget about it."

"I understand the Fa. Samuel told me about you, too."

"Have you met Samuel?"

"Yes Fa. We met by accident yesterday."

For a moment, both of them may be silent. But before long, Shafa and Aldi went back to chatting. But just for a second. Shafa wanted to continue working on the tasks of the dikantin.

The day is near noon. Shafa decides to go home and rest at home.

Shafa said a greeting as he entered the house whose door was open. One of his friends must have gone home. Inside, there are Alza and Syifa.

"Sit here Fa. Someone wants Syifa to talk to you," said Alza.

Shafa also sat down to join them. "Sorry! What do you want to talk about, Syifa?"

"It's about Afif's brother, Ms. Shafa," Syifa said carefully.

A little bit of Shafa can guess where the direction of the conversation if it hit Afif. "What's wrong with Afif's gus?" ask Shafa.

"Once again, I would like to submit my sister's proposal to Ms. Shafa."

Of course Syifa's words surprised Shafa. It turned out that Afif still had hope in him. But, Shafa really could not accept that proposal. Moreover, he already had a soul mate that his father had chosen.

Alza was very surprised by what Syifa said. His heart feels tight. Grief began to creep in her heart. How not, he harbored feelings for Afif. But it turns out that Afif is even interested in his own best friend. Kandas is Alza's hope.

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Happy Eid Al Adha Readers!

Be careful that no one is a victim of feelings!😉

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