20 Years Adrift
Chapters 100. A Hobby

"Is there still a copy of this design?" ask Aira.

Affan.

"There's still. If you don't manage to change it I can give you the same design." Affan handed over the wallet containing the stationery to Aira.

After having the stationery needed, Aira then changed some of the pre-marked parts. Actually, he did not feel sure whether the design he had changed was in accordance with what the client wanted or not. However, Aira was trying to do her job well.

When one part is changed, the difference is not too obvious. But after some parts were removed and added details of the design were improved by Aira began to look. The result is stunning and far different from the original design.

"I can change it again if this is not good" said Aira while giving a design paper that has been completed to be repaired.

Affan looked at her filled with admiration. He thinks it's perfect. There are some designs that need to be changed but they still have enough time because tomorrow is Sunday.

"This is already very good. If you don't mind, I want you to check everything."

Aira nodded quickly. By helping Affan indirectly he can channel his hobbies. If Affan did not prevent it, Aira even wanted to finish that design at once right now.

Not wanting his wife to be too serious, Affan interrupted him while Aira was focusing on observing the papers before him.

"I think I want to be paper. Looks like my wife's more interested in staring at paper than this husband." Affan.

Affan's words made Aira look at him in disbelief. Just this time he found the spoiled side of Affan after all this time. After a lot of bad things approached them, Affan was finally able to get his calm back.

"Mas Affan is. Yeah, it's different. I stare at these papers for work reasons, if Mas Affan for ...." Aira thought of the right words to continue her sentence.

"For what, hayo?" affan Goda.

He was very happy when he found Aira's face flushed with embarrassment.

"To make sure there is no acne there," joked Aira.

"That's not what you wanted to talk about before, is it? Ngaku hayo!" Affan still continued to tease Aira while hugging her tightly.

"No ... That is what I want to say" elak Aira as she blurted her lips.

After a few days of no sex, Affan felt very long for his wife. His maleness soul rose up while he was with Aira. He could only kiss Aira without daring to do more.

"I'm healed, Mom. It doesn't matter if Mas Affan wants to ask me for my rights." Aira knew that Affan would not have the heart to ask for his rights.

"No, Honey. I can hold it until you're completely healed." Affan spoke with a different rhythm of breath.

'Mas Affan still denies it, even though he is very tormented to hold himself back.' Aira smiled cunningly.

"If Mas Affan doesn't want it means I want it. Is Mas Affan going to reject me?" ask Aira.

His index finger moved down Affan's entire face and stopped on his lips. Hearing the words inviting Aira, Affan could no longer control himself. His defensive fortress was slowly crumbling by the temptation of Aira.

"Are you serious, honey?" Affan had not felt confident and was afraid of making Aira feel tired.

Aira nodded quickly.

Not wanting to waste the opportunity, Affan immediately took Aira to his room. They enjoy sweet moments as a couple after some time of fasting. As much as possible, Affan tried not to exhaust Aira.

Before Ashar's time, Affan and Aira had finished with the ritual. They took a big shower and prayed. The remnants of the chaos they did not have time to clean up.

There was a knock on the door from outside the room. Affan immediately got up and ended his prayer. He didn't want anyone to come in and see his bed fall apart.

"Sorry, Sir. Sorry to interrupt the break, sir. Outside there are guests. He said he was a friend of Mr. Firman," explained Bi Sumi.

Affan immediately remembered with the Word and Bella. Maybe they want to respond about his offer the other day. They also want to see Sarah and Sapphira.

"Oh, tell him to come in, Bi. I change clothes for a bit" Affan replied as he turned his head outside the door.

"Good, Sir." Bi Sumi felt strange with Affan's attitude but she didn't want to think much.

'The smell of bath soap on your body is very strong. Masa, yes, he's taken another shower. I came home from work and had a shower.' Suddenly Bi Sumi smiled as she remembered about her young time. He could understand the young couple.

"Who, Mas?" aira asked while making their bed.

"Bi Sumi, he told me that the Word came here. I said tell him to wait a minute" Affan said as he picked up a change of clothes for him.

"Do I have to go forward too?" ask Aira.

Affan looked into my eyes which indicated that Aira was very tired.

"You rest, honey. You must be tired." Affan changed his clothes in front of Aira.

Aira turned her face away from embarrassment.

'Are all men like Mas Affan, too, huh? Never shyly undressing in front of his wife.' muttered Aira in heart.

"You're used to seeing more than this, honey. Why are you still ashamed?" Affan turned Aira's body to face her.

Spontaneously Aira closed her eyes and just squinted. He didn't know that Affan was well-dressed. No doubt what he did made Affan laugh.

Not wanting Aira to pout, Affan immediately kissed her forehead and left.

'Hm .... Affan can be ignorant too.' Aira shook her head.

His body felt very sore and a little tired. It's not good to sleep before Magrib. Aira chose to pick up a pencil and paper and took it to bed.

With Affan's agenda book, Aira can draw while sitting half-lying. He just sketched. However, even without a ruler, the picture looks very neat.

'I don't expect more from this but I'm happy that it will come in handy. By drawing some sketches, I will not forget the idea I had.' Aira monologued inwardly while continuing to sketch out designs.

In the living room,

The Word came with Bella. They wanted to visit Sarah and Sapphira. After all, the children are like their own families.

"Why did you two come? Where's your son?" ask Affan after making small talk.

"She didn't come because there's a tutoring schedule today. Understand, it's sixth grade SD. Soon the preparation for the final exam," explained the Word.

Affan nodded in understanding.

"Sorry, Mr. Affan. May I see Sarah and Sapphira" Bella said.

He didn't want to get involved with the men's chat. While Firman was chatting with Affan, Bella wanted to make the most of the time to meet Sarah and Sapphira. They can finish with their respective goals and then go home quickly.

"Oh, can-can. I call Bi Sumi to take you to Sarah and Sapphira." Affan waved at Bi Sumi who happened to be passing by.

"Mas Word stays here, kog. I'm the only one who wants to see the kids" added Bella.

Affan. Bella is escorted by Bi Sumi to Sarah and Sapphira's room while Firman stays in the living room with her. Sometimes the desire between a man and a woman is different from each other.

"Alhamdulillah, it's healthier. We prayed together but I forbade him to come out because he still needs a lot of rest.

Word nodded his head. His face looked like he was holding back an awkward feeling. Since he was young, the Word always hesitated to say his meaning.

Seeing the Word's silence, Affan felt something strange. His friend has unique habits. He would not easily say his wish despite being so eager to say it.

"What about my offer yesterday?" affan asked a question that might lead to the purpose of the Word coming to his house.

Justright. The expression of the face of the Word changed. He looked very happy as if he had found something he was looking for.

"I've thought about it and talked about it with Bella" replied the Word. He did not speak in such a long sentence as Affan expected.

"Then?" ask Affan again.

"We want to accept an offer from you" said the timid Word.

"Alhamdulillah. When can you start working? I'll come to the cafe and introduce you to the employees on the first day you start work." Affan looks very happy. Finally he can help his best friend who has economic limitations.

Netti brought food and drinks for them. Although Affan did not ask for it, his home assistant already understood. They take the initiative to carry out the habits carried out by their employers.

"Thank you, Ma'am." Firman greets Mba Netti.

"Together, Sir. Please drink." After saying that, Netti immediately went back to the back.

"Please drink, Fir. Bella's gonna follow." Affan took his syrup glass. He also happens to feel thirsty.

"Yes, thank you." The Word took his glass.

" About Wednesday I'll start work. For sure, I'll call you later." The Word answers Affan's question which was interrupted by the presence of Netti.

"alright. I'll wait for your news. Don't be so sudden because I often go to the office early."

Word nodded.

They continued to chat until the magrib. Affan invited them to dinner there. At first the Word refused but because it continued to be forced eventually they wanted to.

After the magrib prayer, Bi Sumi prepared dinner. In addition to the menu that was cooked that day, Affan also ordered some dishes from outside. According to him, guests who come must be welcomed and entertained well.

Little Sapphira kept following where Bella went. Sometimes he asks her whereabouts. Bella doesn't know what to answer. A child as small as Safira would not understand even though he explained everything in detail.

Affan recalls Faya's childhood and often asks her about her mother's whereabouts. The difference is that Faya has never met her mother while Safira has always been with her mother before. The dining room was suddenly filled with freshness.

Faya walked over to Safira. Feeling the same fate with her, she wanted to make Sapphira understand and grow up happily. A lie will not encourage his heart, it will be boomerang in the future.

"Safira, darling. My mom also went once since I was a baby. Just like mama Safira, mama kak Faya is already in heaven," said Faya with a heavy voice because touched.

Safira then pointed towards Aira. Maybe she wanted to say if, wasn't she Faya's mama.

Faya followed the tiny finger pointing at Aira and smiled at Sapphira.

"She was my mother but not the one who gave birth to me. Youunderstand?" asked Faya in her soft voice.

Safira.

"Mom, may I call him mama?" safira asked so innocently.

Aira was also interested in approaching Safira.

"Can. You can call me mama." Aira kissed Safira's cheek.

Safira looks very happy. He then ran over to Mbak Sifa. In order not to disturb the family dinner, Sifa took her away from there and invited her to play in her room.

Affan then invites Firman and Bella to enjoy dinner served on the table. The distance between Affan's house and where they live is quite far, Affan is afraid if they are late.

That afternoon they came to Affan's house by taking an online taxi. Hearing this, Aira asks Affan to get his driver to drive them home.

Free for Word and Bella to refuse because it is certain Affan will force.

At about half-eight in the evening Firman and Bella returned from Affan's house. Sarah, Aira and Faya also delivered him to the front door. There was sadness on Sarah's face because she had to part with her mother's friend again.

"Sarah, if you feel bored, how about we go for a walk tomorrow?" said Aira.

Faya looked at her father with a worried look. Affan had asked her to stay home and cut back on outside activities. He did not know if the criminals threatening their safety had been caught.

"What if we just swim? Yesterday she said Sarah wanted to learn to swim. Want brother ajarin?" Faya doesn't want anything bad to happen to Sarah.

"You, Brother" Sarah said quickly.

"Well, this is a great idea. About good while making what, huh?" Aira seemed to think.

"How about we burn fish also near the pool," Affan said.

"Agreed!" faya and Aira almost simultaneously.

The night was getting late, they went back into his house. Sarah, who is not sleepy, joins Affan's family in the living room. They watch television and talk together.

Faya takes the snake game of stairs and plays it along with Sarah on the floor mattress while sitting down. Affan and Aira sat on the floor leaning against the foot of the sofa. Sometimes they smile as Faya and Sarah cheer for their victory.

Tired of playing snake ladder, Faya took a chessboard. They play until nine o'clock. Affan asks Faya to get Sarah to not sleep too late.

Affan also wanted to quickly rest. I think he's very sleepy.

On the room table he saw a design sketch drawn by Aira without a ruler. Although it does not have the right size but is quite symmetrical. With a little bit of improvement, it will be an amazing design.

"Well, you drew all this, honey?" ask Affan.

Aira nodded.

"But it's just a sketch, Mas. I didn't want to lose the idea and forget it so I made it happen in the sketch" Aira said.

"intriguing. I need your help tomorrow. May, Honey?" affan pinta.

"Now you can," challenge Aira.

Affan snorted while shaking his head. "It's time we go to sleep. I'm so tired, honey."

Aira smile. He knew the meaning behind the tired word Affan said.

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