When Love Teases

162. Best Decision

Ciamorous

The semester break is over. Back to learning activities. Ami had gone to the boarding school the day before the first day of school began. Zaky just left for mom to go to school riding a red ninja given by her sister-in-law. Aul is the last one who will be preparing to leave for campus.

"Mom, I'll be home in the afternoon. Coming home from college to Farah's house. He's got a birthday and eats at his house." Aul already looks beautiful wearing a light pink mini dress with matching color pasmina and white sneakers.

"Yes. Try to go home before magrib." Mother looked at the overall appearance of her daughter who was repeating the mirror. He will reprimand the child if it is hooded but tight-fitting. Smiling knot full of pride to see the beautiful Aul with a contemporary gamis outfit that seems casual.

"I'll go first, Mom." Aul kisses Sekar's mother's hand after wearing a jacket. "Assalamu'alaikum." Excitedly and cheerfully opened the main door.

Mother answered the greeting. The house is deserted. Time to take care of the plants in front of the house. Although Puput forbids doing homework and there is already an ART assigned, Mother still cannot and does not feel at home sitting still. Preparing to get out, but his eyes caught an object under the table. He's shaking his head.

In the yard of the house, Ibu Sekar saw Aul who was rummaging through the contents of the bag on the motorcycle seat.

"Today?" Ibu Sekar brandished a motorcycle key wallet.

"Hehe. I feel like I've been in the bag." Aul cengengesan while approaching Mom.

"Not a feeling but a habit. Said what his title was Aul tuh. Hmm, oh yes Miss Pelope?" Sekar's mother rubbed Aul with her lips cut. Not lost also the habit of the second child's teledor. With a blushed face, Aulbmasih just grinned to respond.

Ibu Sekar drove Aul's departure until the gate that opened in half, with warnings not to speed on the road. Prepare to close the white iron gate. But the sound of the horn made him turn to the car that had just crossed and pulled over on the shoulder of the front road of his house. He closed the door.

It has been almost three weeks not meeting with Mr. Bagja. Because even though he has retired, the science of the admiral is still needed by his unity is also often invited by universities and youth communities. Often going back and forth out of town. So the message that Bu Sekar received five days ago without being asked.

In the living room, we sat facing each other. Ask each other the news has been done while in the yard of the house. For a moment no one spoke. Pak Bagja anteng staring at Bu Sekar. There was a lightening of longing implied in his net. While the one being stared down lowered his head with a raging mind.

"Mu Sekar."

"Pak Bagja."

Uncommanded, the two spoke in unison. Then both chuckle.

"Sir Bagja first."

Mr. Bagja shook his head. "Mangga Bu Sekar first," he said smiling mesem. A smile that combined with the dignity that radiated on the face. Able to make the owner of the house turn his eyes in a careless direction.

"What do I want to drink?" Saying Mother Sekar.

"If there is green tea." Mr. Bagja smiled faintly looking at the nervous Bu Sekar and rushed to the back. Soon come back and sit down at the place.

"Wait a little while, sir."

"Casual, Mrs Sekar. I just got back from Solo last night. I can't wait to give you this." Mr. Bagja handed over the paper bag that was on his left side. The name of the famous batik boutique in Solo is listed on the cover of the paper bag.

"Thank you, sir. Why everyone here always bring souvenirs. I'm not feeling good." Bu Sekar stared intently after receiving the paper bag.

"I am not the one who asks. Just relax." Mr. Bagja always likes to look at Bu Sekar who fidgets.

Two glasses of green tea served by ART on the table. Steam that steaming indicates a tea that is still hot.

"Sir Bagja I have something to say." Bu Sekar took a deep breath and exhaled slowly. Various flavors began to rage and shake the establishment that since yesterday has been round.

Mr. Bagja nodded. "I'll listen to you."

Bu Sekar looked up and looked straight at the guest who always had a calm expression. "About our relationship, I've been rethinking and weighing it with a long look ahead. I am a housewife who has four children. Can't just think of yourself."

Pak Bagja listened and waited for the continuation of Bu Sekar's speech which paused by swallowing the saliva first.

"Three of my children are growing up and I want to keep paying attention to them. I'm not ready to get married again now. So I'm sorry I rejected Mr. Bagja's proposal." Put Mum Sekar while cupping both hands in the chest.

"Not ready for marriage now. Then when is it ready?" Bagja raised one eyebrow. It did not show a surprised expression.

Bu Sekar shook his head. "I don't know. Maybe after Aul gets married. Or maybe I choose to remain a single mom."

"I want honesty from you. What about your heart? Is it feeling for me? Don't duck! Keep staring at me." Mr. Bagja no longer said formal. Firmly but gently looked at the owner of the house who was about to lower his gaze.

"Don't wait for me, sir. I pray Mr. Bagja meets the woman who___"

"That's not the answer to my question. Should I repeat the question, hm?" Mr. Bagja cut off Bu Sekar's words. Stay calm not like the interlocutor who looks agitated.

Bu Sekar breathed a long breath. For a moment closed his eyes as if he was gathering strength to start speaking. "I like you. But feelings of affection are more dominant for children. I am grateful and happy with my achievements to date. Especially when I'm going to be a grandma." Said smiling knot.

"Thank you for the honesty. I'm happy to get a portion in your heart even if it's a little." Mr. Bagja smiled and nodded.

"Don't wait for me, sir. I no longer give you hope." Ms. Sekar shook her head.

"alright. I'm just gonna wait for fate where to bring my heart and self to anchor. My one request. We continue to build friendship. We're buddies. Still want to, right?" Said Mr. Bagja with hopeful eyes.

Bu Sekar nodded. "I don't mind if I'm friends. Uh, tea is drunk first, sir."

...***...

Jakarta

Puput listened to her mother's story by holding the phone to her ear. The story about the arrival of Mr. Bagja this morning and became an opportunity to talk to give a decision.

"Mom sure of the mother's decision? Ami is starting to melt, Mom. Yes..despite many of these requirements it is but basically Ami is just afraid of mother so less attention if mother married again." The exfoliator wants to be sure again. Give them a chance to think again.

"Mom's done, Tea. And it feels now relieved there is no burden after being revealed. Ami is also a consideration for mother. He was the one who felt the affection most momentarily. It is natural to protest for fear of being excluded. I don't want him to make a fight." Obviously I'm Sekar on the other end of the phone.

"Mother is patient. Wait for Ami to mature her thinking. It could be even Ami himself who asked Mother to marry again." Puput chuckles.

"Mother is grateful and happy to have you, dear children. What else to look for besides happiness and peace of mind? I got it."

Puput smiled faintly hearing the wise words of the mother. "Everything will always support whatever the decision of the mother. You should talk openly and don't hold your own if there's anything."

"It's like my mom's been open the same."

Soup laughs. Justifying his mother's words.

"Oh yes, Mom. All of you keep on news. Buy a new car for mom. The day after the dealership will send the car to Ciamis. The vehicle letter has been taken care of with a Ciamis plate. Anyway, I'll take care of it at home." Clearly Puput cheerfully.

"Oh my goodness, tea. Say that Aa Rama doesn't have to. Money is enough to help mom. Batalin, Tea." Firmly Mother refused.

Puput chuckles. "Udah paid, Mom. Buy cash. I bought it last afternoon back from work. We're stopping by the dealer. Neither did you know before. Ujug-ujug Aa ngajak stop by the dealer want to look at the car he said. Uh, I know for mom."

I heard a long breath. "Thank you, Aa, Tea. Moga rejeknya more abundant and blessings. You're always healthy."

"Aamiinu. Mother also takes care of health. I'll tell you the same Aa. Now get ready to go first, ma'am."

"Darling, are you ready?" Rama came out of the dressing room already wearing a neat suit. Switch to glassy and apply a little pomade on her hair.

"Udah. Just wanted to call me to tell you about the car, uh first mom called." Puput approached to double check his appearance.

"What's up with Ciamis?" Rama combed her hair from the side. Done it. Just wear shoes.

"I'll tell you about it in the car." Puput grabbed the shoes that had been prepared near the dressing table.

"Umma, don't wear heels. Replace it!" Rama nodded in disagreement.

"But I have no complaints, Papa. It's only 5 inches." Puput lifts his shoes to show high heels.

"No-no. Wear flat shoes. Bentar Aa pickin." Rama walked into the closet.

"Papa is possessive, son." Lirih Puput while smiling rubbing her stomach.

Rama and Puput arrive at a hotel in the Kelapa Gading area to attend a relationship wedding reception. The luxurious atmosphere looks so entering the ballroom where the event takes place.

There have been many guests present so that they do not wait too long to queue for the pelaminan. The bridegroom who is Rama's relationship seems to be always welcoming and hugging. Already know if the prospective father is doing his cravings the wife who is happy with the aroma of telon oil. And the safety with a pair of brides was enshrined in camera shots.

No need to bother looking for a seat at the standing party event. Because Rama is registered as a VIP guest. With a menu close to the table. The names of Rama Adyatama and Princess Kirana are on the table number A19.

"Darling, what do you want to eat?" Rama said after pulling a chair for Puput sitting.

"Hi, Rama. Hi Princess. I can meet you here."

The new pup opened his mouth to answer but first a woman in a sexy dress with a low cleavage came to say hello.

"Hi, Karen. Come with who?" Smiling pup friendly. Unlike Rama who sits indifferently staring at the mobile phone screen.

"I came with a boyfriend. He was talking to his friend again. The boss is talking about business. Understand the CEO who is speaking not far from it. Didn't accidentally see you guys. That's why I came here. Can join, right?"

"Would find another table. It was set for both. Look at the table name." Sahut Rama with a fixed view to the mobile phone screen because he was replying to a message.

"I'm sorry Karen, I'm so nauseous about the smell of perfume. That's why I use telon oil to get near me." The pupil covers the nose with a piece of tissue available on the table. His forehead frowned as if holding back the nausea.

"You pregnant?!" Karenina asked with shocked intonation.

"Yes. Take the four-month road. Sorry Karen, not ngusir huh. I'm starting to get nauseous. Your perfume smells bad." Puput grimaces the face.

"Darling, are we going home?" Rama looked worriedly. But answered by the head by Puput.

"okay-okay. I'm leaving." Said Karenina after getting Rama's sharp gaze.

Seeing that Karenina was already away, the Soup smiled obliquely. "Prank only. I know Aa's gonna look at that broken chest."

"Not uncomfortable anymore but disgusted." Rama shuddered. Then he took dessert type food just tasting. Because before leaving he and Puput had eaten.

"So, I went to the toilet first to pee." Wake up from his seat.

Rama nodded. "You're not being delivered?"

"Not to." His stomach left his desk.

It is relieved the stomach feels after urinating. Puput washes hands in the sink while reflecting to ensure the neatness of the hood. From the mirror he saw someone standing behind him and looking at him.

"Gue can't believe it's Rama's son." Karenina began to show her original attitude of hating Puput.

Puput twisting the body so that it faces each other with the beautiful and sexy model. Calmly fold both hands on the chest. "What is the reason you don't believe?"

"Kampungs who come to the city will definitely sell themselves for a high-class lifestyle." Cynical Karenina.

"Are you talking to yourself?" The puput raised one eyebrow.

"I'm not cool." Karenina flicked her hands to slap the face of the Frog.

"Who is really rude?" The pupil was quick to hold Karenina's hand. Even clutching firmly at the wrist of the model who was now grimacing in pain.

"Lo from the past really seneng ngehina I village girl. As long as you know Ciamis is a modern area with all existing city facilities. The population is highly educated. With a lot of local wisdom that is a tourist destination from various regions. Don't be arrogant about staying in the capital."

"This is the last break. Far away from me. Because the one dealing with me ended up hanging himself in jail." Kungkas Puput by removing Karenina's hand so that the woman staggered while holding her wrist.

Without a word, Puput walked towards the exit.

"Hey, don't go!" Karenina pulls the shoulder of the Escape from behind.

Unexpectedly, the woman's toilet door opened from outside. Rama stood with a shocked face to see the slump on the floor.

"Dear." Rama raised the grimacing body of the Frog while holding his stomach.

"Lo!" Rama pointed at Karenina face with an angry expression. "I told you first. Don't interrupt my life or you go back to Paris."

"Rama, I don't mind your wife. The vow. I'm just pulling his shoulder slowly." Karenina turned deathly pale. Rama's anger cannot be taken lightly. Endangering her modeling career in Jakarta because Rama has evidence of her scandal.

"Prepare to pick up your suitcase from Jakarta!" Rama came out while carrying Puput.

Rama drove the car at high speed to Adyatama hospital. The hospital belongs to his family. Already contacted the director of the hospital so that obstetricians are on standby in the hospital lobby.

"Aa, I don't know. Go home, yes." Puput was actually agitated to see Rama who was driving with a hardened face. An angry look towards Karenina was still drawn. Though it was deliberately dropped to teach Karenina because from the gap of the door looks the face of Rama who will enter. I didn't expect the effect to be like this. Rama was so anxious that he ordered the hospital to stand by.

"She will be calm and believe you have been examined by a doctor. You fell like it was a danger to the fetus."

Puput. Didn't expect Rama to be this golden. Though he had anticipated when he fell with his hands first resting on the floor. Makes him feel proud. Loved so deeply by her husband.

Arrive in the hospital lobby. There were five people standing up to welcome the arrival of Rama's sports car. Doctor and nurse.

Sitting in a wheelchair. Driven quickly towards the examination room. Puput only grimaced in his heart to see the drama he created. Everyone gets bothered because of Rama's instructions.

"Rahim and Bu Putri's fetus are fine, Mr. Rama. Healthy and strong." Doctor Sani's report showed the results of the ultrasound on the monitor screen.

"Doctor make sure again. My wife fell down. It's a danger." Keukeuh Rama's.

Puput held Rama's arm and smiled gently to appease her husband. "Doctors can't be wrong, Aa. I also don't get sick or have mules."

But Rama was convinced by his stance. The second time the ultrasound was performed and the result was the same. Healthy and strong. Then he breathed a sigh of relief. Kissing the mouth Deep and long.

Luput moved at once feel guilty has made Rama as anxious as before. But the wisdom of his diving action, making Karenina will no longer bother him. The husband is prepared to take strong action.