Beautiful Monster
Spiritful

"Fast eat you," said Bagas surprised. He had just come while carrying a pack of Padang rice while Rajendra had already cleaned his food. "Is there a timetable for calling Ignacia?" goda Bagas while sitting at his bedside, looked at Rajendra on a whim.

"Yes that's it. Don't forget to clean up the grease marks on the floor after eating," Rajendra said, then exited the room with his cell phone and food waste. The plan was to call Ignacia outside so that no one could hear her talk.

Bagas who nodded his head was busy with his rice package, letting Rajendra go as he pleased. He understood very well the strange atmosphere in his room when he first entered. "My roommate is in love again" she whispered, holding back a laugh. Remembering Rajendra's face that was wrong when teased earlier.

Bagas clearly saw Rajendra's unfocused eyes with a strange tone as if he wanted to quickly leave. What's his name if it's not a mistake? Or is he just too excited to look like he's not?

The phone above the Bagas nightstand goes off once. A sign of a message or notification coming in. Actually, the man who was moving from the side of the bed to the floor wanted to ignore his phone because he was eating, but the same sound came in and made him curious. If you remember the sound like a message.

"He sent a message," Bagas' spirit to a big smile, "well but I was eating. Do I have to pay it back now? Ah, just later."

Bagas' phone was put back. Bagas hastened to eat in order to have a long chat with someone who just sent a message after noon without news. The focus of the meal became somewhat divided because of thinking about topics that the two could discuss later.

Meanwhile, Rajendra had found a suitable place to chat. Not far from where the cost is there is a fairly crowded park. But because it is not a holiday, it is not full and so noisy.

Rajendra takes his place on a swing. Children are more interested in slides than swings that are under shady trees. Be Rajendra sitting there, looking for Ignacia's roomchat then starting the call.

It didn't take long until the call was connected.

...*****...

Ignacia is ready to wait for a phone call from Rajendra. He had even been keeping watch next to his cell phone which was still charging by wearing a towel on his head. The girl sat in front of the nightstand, staring at the screen of her phone which still showed no sign of a phone call.

"Is Rajendra not home yet?" ignacia murmur.

Rajendra sent a message a few days ago, saying he would be home late because his working hours were extended. Because of the salary bonus, Rajendra will not waste it. Who will refuse the bonus?

Slowly his hand reached for the Fitbar that was inside the nightstand drawer. Maybe he should just stick his stomach up while waiting instead of letting himself starve. Ignacia was supposed to be cooking tonight, but the feeling of laziness came and just wanted to eat Fitbar.

"Oh yes, I should clean my room so that I can receive guests" muttered the girl. The pile of books on the table and some novels that did not return to their place were of particular concern to Ignacia. The exam days left Ignacia thinking of nothing but perfect grades.

Ignacia's phone shook, a long-awaited call finally came. In a hurry, Ignacia removed the charging cable and immediately shifted the green button on her phone screen. As soon as possible call the name of his lover first before someone on the other end.

"Rajendra, how was your day?" as Ignacia was excited, she even changed her sitting position suddenly to feel more comfortable. As soon as Rajendra answered, his soul immediately felt warm again. "I miss you" he said without shame. Just let Rajendra know.

The one at the end of the call chuckled softly, "i miss you too. I'll see you soon, Ignacia. Wait a little more. And also I'll go straight to the hotel before meeting you on schedule."

"Yes, I understand. Danita and I have been planning a lot of things for our double date. For the first time we went on a date without fear of being discovered, Rajendra." Ignacia could not cover her happiness.

"Ignacia, did you call? What's up?"

The girl with the towel on her head laughed nervously, "because I want to call my girlfriend on our anniversary?" Ignacia asked hesitantly but was not ashamed.

"You are just there. I told you there was important business in the restaurant. Sorry to make you feel neglected today. To make up for it, let's chat a little longer."

Well, what else can make Ignacia excited besides a small invitation from Rajendra? The two will meet soon, and now he is invited to chat a little longer. Ignacia secretly hoped that her lover would come soon.

"How's your job today, Rajendra? Is everything under control? Do you have any interesting stories to share with me?" Still with his Fitbar Ignacia talking.

"interesting news? It doesn't seem to exist. Today was pretty busy, especially at lunchtime. Such people do not come and go. I didn't even have time to hear my phone when you called. Sorry."

Why is Rajendra apologizing? Ignacia wants to know if her call will be answered. In a light tone Ignacia replied, "it's okay. I understand how he is. You did your best, Rajendra."

"What about you? Is there anything interesting?" Rajendra asked back.

Ignacia muttered, thinking about what story she could tell after a long day with the two close friends. If told everything, Rajendra might get bored and just respond briefly.

"I went with Danita and Nesya to the cafe, bought small plants, and bought vegetables." Ignacia glanced at the refrigerator, the vegetables she bought should be processed immediately but not forgotten and still fresh.

"You bought plants too? What are you cooking for dinner?"

"Only Danita buys plants. I'm not so interested. And about vegetables, I'll cook them later. Tonight I feel like my stomach is still full."

"Is that so? But you still have to eat, Ignacia. Jangam never misses a meal so as not to get sick. You are far from home. You better take good care of your body."

Ignacia seems to need some advice. Several times he replaced the meal with just a piece of Fitbar. His weight decreased little by little until Nesya realized it. I don't know about Rajendra. Would he be angry if he knew Ignacia wasn't looking after him?

"Yes, I'll remember it."

...*****...

Danita waited with hope. In his right hand carried a cake and the other hand watched the cell phone, waiting for a message that someone was waiting for him had arrived. If you look at the train schedule, his girlfriend should have come. Danita was circulating her gaze at all the passengers who came out of the station.

"Is it so crowded inside that he has trouble getting out? What's he been doing all this time?" The clock in his left hand had been five minutes since the train arrived. Is Danita less patient?

"Woman," called someone beside her. As soon as she turned her head, Danita immediately walked over and gave a warm hug to the one who called out to her. "Wow look who misses me so much" teased the man as he returned Danita's embrace.

"It feels so excruciating because I can't reach you. So how was your trip? Is everything all right there? Now you're not going to walk away from me anymore, are you? Let's tell me everything," attack Danita in one breath.

"Shouldn't I take you home? I'll tell you everything you ask tomorrow. We're going on dates all day, how?" Bargain the man then let go of his embrace slowly.

Danita nodded excitedly, a wide smile remained shown as if her face could not feel tired. "Oh yes, I bought this for you," the girl offered the parcel, "to celebrate your return to this city."

"When I just came back from a business trip, you even bought me a cake" the man pretended to be moved. He took the cake from Danita's hand and kissed the girl's cheek briefly. "Thank you" he whispered.

Danita's face heats up, perhaps looking flushed like a ripe shrimp. He could not even pronounce the word 'sama-sama' correctly. Danita prefers to take her eyes off because of misbehavior.

...*****...

Bagas was done with the meal two minutes ago. Now it's time to clean the rice packet and wash your hands before a nice night. His friend's recommendation was not a bad thing. At least now Bagas has a busy life.

Upon returning from the sink, Bagas stared at the clock on his study table. It's time for someone who sent a message a while ago to be productive. People usually relax at this hour. But that guy is different. And that difference managed to lure Bagas.

He brought his cell phone to the bed. Type something to reply to a message. If the person he is referring to is still holding the phone, usually the response will be a little quick. About two or no minutes after the message is sent.

"Why does my heart beat so fast? Even though it has been running for a month," murmured Bagas while dramatizing the state of his heart that was struggling. "When I only communicate with him online, what if I manage to meet him in the real world?"

Bagas faintly heard the voice of someone who was speaking. Looks like it was Rajendra with another boarding buddy. Bagas immediately hid his facial water, trying to be as normal as possible so that his roommate did not know the action.

And sure enough, a second later the door of the room opened. Featuring a beaming face of Rajendra with a cell phone in his hand. Looks like her online date with Ignacia worked. Rajendra came in after finishing a chat with a friend next door. Mnedapati Bagas on the bed with mobile phone used.

"If you're in that position, it looks like you'll stay up late playing your phone again. Shouldn't you sleep at the appropriate hour?" omel Rajendra's. Not without reason this friend nagged. Because Bagas who plays the postnel needs more light and makes the main light in the room can not be immediately turned off.

"Yes, okay. I'll just take good care of myself. Now I'm on a mission to save the world" Bagas replied unconcernedly.

Rajendra breathed a sigh of resignation, put the phone on the table then went to the bathroom. He should clean up immediately and get ready for bed. His body must remain healthy in order to meet the idol.

Meanwhile, Bagas was still busy with his phone. Several times he opened a short message and video application to buy time. It would not be seen if he was very much waiting for someone to reply there.

...*****...

"By the way you haven't asked me for a birthday present. Your birthday is over. Are you sure you don't want anything?"

Ignacia slept on her back, staring at the dim ceiling of the dormitory as the headlights had already been turned off. Ignacia forgot to buy nothing for her birthday this year. He was too busy with the semester exams to forget about his own special day.

"What if I ask for my birthday gift when it's not my birthday but it's still there in the same year? Will you still grant it?"

"If I can do it, I'll give it to you. So, do you have an idea now?"

"I'll save it for later. I still don't have an idea."

Ignacia closed her eyes, exhaling a long breath. "What can I get for my birthday present? Asking him to come on his birthday is as busy as it is. What if I use it to call him on a certain day?" Ignacia muttered as softly as possible.

"It seems like I'm overdoing it" Ignacia said, then got up. Fitbar fell on a box and ate it while walking back to bed. The spirit made his stomach hungry again.

"I should have eaten rice" the correction.

For a second Ignacia's room became very quiet. Even the sound of chewing it inside the mouth was barely audible. And in the midst of silence, his phone shook. Surprised the owner of the room to almost choke.

New Message from Nesya

I feel hungry and

Can I find food with you?

Midnight food

Do an interesting. Ignacia immediately put down her Fitbar and typed in a reply message that she would meet Nesya where her friend wanted to buy food. Immediately the girl rushed to tidy up the appearance and did not forget to wear a jacket to keep warm.

Ignacia had finished locking the dorm door and was typing something on her phone. Said to Nesya if she was on her way to see him. While on the bus, Ignacia stayed silent and stared at the streets. This was the first time he went out in bed. Ignacia did not regret it, because it was something new.

In front of a minimarket, where Ignacia was going, he could see a person with glasses that he was very familiar with. There was nothing the girl did with her head covered with Hoodie's hood. Just staring at the instant food before him then paying attention around.

Waiting himself.

Ignacia smiled slightly, approaching a table that Nesya had occupied with two hot instant foods. The newly arrived one instantly gained the attention of Neysa then both smiled for no reason.

"When we met, you asked me to meet again. Do you miss me hm?"

Nesya opened her instant food before replying, "what did you just do to talk like that? I just want someone to accompany me to a late-night snack. It's ripe."

Hearing that, Ignacia opened up her food that Nesya had prepared earlier. Hot steam instantly poked out, greeting Ignacia's face warmly. The aroma of the fine seasoning that had been mixed with the sauce made Ignacia impatient to eat it.

Silent. Both focus on their own food. Not bothering each other, staring around calmly. Just this alone had made the two feel at peace.