
Sunday morning, the sun shines bright as Aminah and Hana get ready to attend an event at Hana's school pool. They were both excited, although in Aminah's heart there was still a burden and tension that never disappeared from his household. Hana has been wearing her swimsuit, while Aminah chooses comfortable clothes and dresses up beautifully.
Hana is eagerly holding a cell phone, ready to tell her father about their plans. Aminah looked at her daughter with love before giving instructions. "Hana, tell your father that we're going to the pool, your school. Tell him to join us if he wants to come with us."
Hana, happily, nodded and immediately came to her father who was still in the room. Meanwhile, Aminah picks up Hana's bag and pool supplies, making sure everything is ready.
Hana with a cheerful spirit and smile approached her father who was in the room. "Dad, mama and I are going to the pool, at my school event. You want to come?"
Yusuf, who was sitting in his study, looked a little tired after a long night at work, thinking for a moment.
He knows that moments like this are a great opportunity to be with his family, but the burden of work and mixed feelings at home make him doubtful. "Unfortunately, Hana, I can't go to the pool today. I have to finish some work at home. Don't worry, you and Mom will definitely have a nice time there."
Hana seems disappointed but tries to understand her father's reasons. "Alright, dad. But please come if my father's work is done, so you can see Hana performing at the pool show later, huh?"
Joseph smiled gently and kissed Hana on the forehead. "Of course, honey. I will definitely come if my father's business is finished at your show in the pool. Enjoy your time with Mom, yeah."
As Hana and Aminah left, Joseph pondered for a moment, realizing that he had missed an opportunity to be with his family. The burden of work and the tension at home has made it too serious. He hoped to solve the problem with Aminah and improve their relationship.
Joseph sat alone in the living room, feeling sad and guilty for his decision not to go to the pool. The burden of work and domestic conflicts made him more and more trapped in feelings of tension. Pondering, he realized that he had to try harder to get closer to Aminah and Hana.
Yusuf felt dizzy and saturated with all the problems that hit him. Moreover, her increasingly tenuous relationship with Aminah made her feel alienated. In his quest to find a momentary escape from this pressure, he decides to contact his best friend, Prio, who is also a co-worker in his office.
Joseph felt that he needed someone to talk to, and Prio was one of the friends who could always give good hearing and advice. He picks up his phone and sends a message to Prio, "Hi, Prio. Do you have time for a coffee this afternoon? I need someone to talk to. It feels like everything is falling apart."
Soon, Prio responded to the message, "Sure, Yusuf. I can take a minute. We can meet at our favorite cafe. Have a casual chat while drinking coffee, how?"
Yusuf immediately went to the cafe that had become his subscription place with Prio. When he arrived at the cafe, he saw Prio was waiting with a cup of coffee in front of him. Prio gave a smile and a warm welcome when Joseph came.
They sat together in a cozy corner of the cafe, under the dim light of the chandelier. The two friends begin an empathetic conversation. Joseph began to talk about his problems at home, about the disharmony of his relationship with Aminah. He told me about his loneliness and how it all affected his life.
When Lisa and Sarah arrive at the cafe, the atmosphere gets lively and full of laughter. They are introduced by Prio to his friends, including Joseph. Everyone started talking, laughing, and feeling the warmth of friendship that felt stronger. Unexpectedly, this meeting brings up positive energy and eases the tension that has long been felt by all of them. The conversation continued, laughter was earthy, and even unceasing smiles adorned their faces.
As they sat together in a cozy corner of the cafe, the atmosphere grew more familiar. This meeting provides an opportunity for Joseph to feel more comfortable talking to Sarah, a friend of Prio's girlfriend. They engaged in a conversation that was deepening and filled with laughter.
Sarah, with her intelligence and warm personality, made Joseph feel more open. They start talking about hobbies, interests, and stories about their families. Joseph felt Sarah was a good listener, and her presence gave him a long-lost comfort.
They share funny stories and childhood memories. Sarah also talked about her hobbies involving art and music, which attracted Joseph's interest. The two of them engaged in a long conversation, sharing their thoughts and feelings.
The finished Prio listens to Yusuf's curses with a brief meeting and decides to go with Lisa to the event they had planned. They left the cafe in a friendly manner, and as Prio said goodbye to Yusuf, he gave a friendly smile, thanking him for the pleasant time.
While Sarah chose to stay at the cafe to accompany chatting with Joseph
The moments that took place in their conversation increasingly made them feel comfortable and close to each other. Finally, as the conversation went on, Joseph and Sarah decided to exchange phone numbers as a newfound form of friendship. Each kept the number with a smile on their face, feeling that perhaps this relationship would bring new happiness to their lives.
Time passed quickly, and the afternoon came. Joseph realized that he had to go home, but he also could not bear to see Sarah coming home alone. The two decided to go together. Joseph opened the car door and Sarah got into it. They continued deep conversation on the way home. For Joseph, this was the first time in a long time that he felt comfortable and open in a conversation.
Their car drove off in the middle of an increasingly quiet road, and the sun began to set in the western horizon. They both find comfort and closeness in their conversations, and the exchange of phone numbers just feels like a natural move. Sometimes, in the course of life, we find someone who makes us feel alive again, and that's what Joseph and Sarah were feeling when they were together in the car that drove toward Sarah's destination.
They arrived in front of Sarah's house, and in an instant, a familiar mood and comfort enveloped the two. They looked at each other, not needing words to convey what they were feeling. Sarah was happy to have had a wonderful afternoon with Joseph, while Joseph was happy to have found someone who could make her feel comfortable and welcome.
Gently, Sarah thanked Joseph for his attention and pleasant conversation. Joseph was happy to be able to get her home safely. The two of them were still looking at each other, like there was a magnet pulling them against each other.
But, they know that there are limits in this relationship. Sarah had a spouse, while Joseph was a husband who should have been faithful to his wife. In silence, the harsh reality enveloped their supposedly beautiful moment. Finally, with a smile that completes their meeting, they part ways and Sarah walks into her house.
Joseph sat for a moment in his car, contemplating what had just happened. His relationship with his wife was strained, and he felt attracted to Sarah. But he also realized that this was the wrong path. With mixed feelings, Joseph finally decided to go home.