
" Try, you break up Daniella. You're just obsessed with him, Dho. I have an idea "
Bram whispered the idea into Ridho's ear. His best friend just smiled and nodded.
...
A week passed, and during that time Daniella changed. Daniella becomes friendlier when she crosses paths with Crysan. All that did not escape the attention of Karin, cousin Daniella. Somehow, Karin felt Daniella had forgotten what Daniella wanted from the beginning. It's like having a whole Ridho until I don't know when. Quietly Karin smiled cynically looking at everything. Once Karin came face to face with Crysan in the canteen. Crysan who was a little troubled carrying her meat bowl, almost fell down when Karin accidentally nudged her shoulder. Crysan only looked at Karin's back away with an annoyed look. Crysan knows who Karin is, as well as Helen. Crysan also knows that Karin is Daniella's cousin. But, to the extent that Crysan let what Karin always did.
This morning the rain came down again to wet the earth. It was cold that day. It also leaves a very distinctive smell. The smell of rain that Crysan loved so much because it was soothing, pleasant, also gave a simple impression to anyone who smelled it. Crysan was smiling knots enjoying the scenery out there. Unfortunately this is not a holiday, if only a holiday then Crysan will play with rain. Crysan decided to enjoy the rain accompanied by a mathematical explanation from Pak Yus. Sleepy, that's for sure. Moreover, Avni who was excited to discuss the material with Crysan has now been cursed in her lap. Once again, Crysan threw his gaze at the raindrop. Choose to play his fingers on the window glass that began to dew because of the rain. Write his name there. To be honest, Crysan was unable to hide that smile. He learned a lot from the rain. Become a patient, fun, and good at controlling emotions. Crysan has all of those things in her. Crysan smiled again thinking of herself. This girl is not aware of being noticed by Avni who is awake from her chicken sleep. The break bell had rang about five minutes ago, even Mr. Yus had already left the classroom.
After successfully awakening Crysan from Crysan's fantasy world, Avni immediately dragged her best friend to the cafeteria. It didn't really matter if Avni wanted to leave Crysan. But, Avni just doesn't feel good to Bram if asked all sorts of things. Also Nadya and Daus who had invited to eat together in the cafeteria. This time Avni ordered a hodgepodge and a glass of sweet iced tea for Crysan. Avni ordered siomay kuah. From far away Avni could see Bram who was heading to the cafeteria with Eki and Ridho. Bram and Eki's goal must be Crysan and Avni. What Avni doesn't know is Ridho. This is absolutely impossible, Ridho has not joined for a long time. Then now come along with Bram and Eki. Seeing Bram, Eki, and Ridho getting closer Avni just lowered her head pretending to enjoy her food. Avni just covered her nervousness every time she saw Eki.
" Can we join ?" bram asked as soon as he arrived near Crysan. The girl simply nodded without saying any further to Bram. Through his eyes, Bram beckoned Ridho to sit next to Crysan. While Bram chose to sit opposite Crysan. Avni and Eki have moved in with Nadya and Daus. Unwilling to intrude on the privacy between Bram, Crysan, and Ridho.
" Ris, sister wants to talk something but after this ", it's nothing Bram says that. His eyes glanced at Ridho. Trying to see his friend's reaction.
" Yes, I ate first huh big brother ", Bram nodded and ruffled Crysan's hair. Ridho also smiled.
Could this be the best ? Bram thought for a moment before getting up and passing to order a drink.
In addition to all that, Ridho also thought of all the ideas from Bram. The idea he thought was crazy. Isn't Crysan Bram's girlfriend ? But Bram wants to do something really silly for him and Crysan. Everything still feels awkward for Ridho. He didn't even have time to think about Daniella and what would happen next.
•••
" What does my brother really want to say ? Five minutes from the door bell ", Crysan said in frustration because Bram was already poking her away from the canteen. Heading somewhere that Bram said was a secret place.
Bram stopped his steps. Looking back, looking at the frustrated and tired face of Crysan. He just showed his smile. Instead of answering Crysan's question, Bram sat Crysan in a chair in front of the music room. While Bram, chose to crouch in front of Crysan. Just this time Bram was nervous to convey his intentions. Intention helps Ridho to get what his best friend wants. Bram took a deep breath and exhaled slowly. Unlike Crysan who was impatient to hear Bram's explanation later.
" Snap bram. Want to say ap-", Crysan's speech stopped when Bram put his index finger on Crysan's sweet lips. Making Crysan instantly clench her lips tightly.
" So, like this. Brother wants to take you to dinner. How about it ? ", bram deliberately said that slowly. Crysan who had seen Bram's eyes immediately threw away his gaze. Although faint, but Bram could see that Crysan shook his head. Seeing that Bram had panicked.
" I don't want the dinner to suddenly look like that" Bram sighed in relief at Crysan's reply.
So that means shaking. Bram smiled and immediately led Crysan. She takes Crysan back to the girl's class.
•••
Crysan kept thinking about Bram's invitation. Until finally he decided to take a nap because despair did not find the answer to his thoughts. Crysan woke up from her sleep because the sunlight was starting to look dim. Replace with a star-studded night sky. Looking at the wall clock, Crysan immediately sat down. The long needle already showed the number six. And Crysan hasn't taken a shower and is getting ready for Bram's invitation. Crysan put her eyes on the door of her room. Who knocked it ? Crysan asked inwardly. There's no way it's her mother. It's also impossible if it's his father considering his favorite father is in a job outside the city. Or Keenan, his sister ? It feels more impossible. With a staggering step, Crysan opened the door and found her father already standing there.
" Yes, yeah. Uh, dad, why did he come home?", asked Crysan so aware that it was his father. Ian laughed at his daughter's words.
" You've been expecting someone. Oh, yes, I came home two hours ago "
Crysan nodded and closed the door of her room back. Crysan knew for sure who was looking for him was Bram. After bathing and dressing neatly, Crysan immediately came down and grew even more surprised when she saw Ridho's face there. Ridho smiled towards Crysan. This guy noticed Crysan's presence through Crysan's footsteps.
" There it is, Crysan. Here dear already awaited Ridho ", Fara stood up and led her daughter to sit down. " Oh, I forgot. Kid Ridho wants to take you for a walk. Yes, yes?", said Fara again while giving an eye gesture to her husband. And Ian gladly said to his wife.
But, I want to dinner with Bram's brother. Why is it Ridho's sister ?
Ridho had actually told Crysan's father and mother about his plan as well as Bram. The initial plan was indeed Bram who would pick up Crysan as well as ask permission from Crysan's parents. But all fails when Bram accidentally bumps into the guy on the street and has to take care of the guy. Ridho gave thanks in his heart when Crysan never asked any longer. Ridho was a little worried about Crysan's answer. Ridho also suspected that Crysan was still hurting him. Heartache with everything said and Ridho's actions. Toying with Crysan and calling it a mere escape.
Unlike Ridho who waited anxiously in the living room, Crysan was busy taking out all the dresses he had. From blue to black, nothing fits. Fara, the mother just smiled to see her daughter's face bent but still took out all her best clothes. Unable to see Crysan confused, Fara came out to take something in her room. Fifteen minutes later Fara returned with a box. Crysan turned her head towards her mother with the same expression as before. Fara moved the box from her hand to Crysan's. Confusedly Crysan opened the box. He took out the contents and was surprised by what he saw. A baby pink dress and a high heel in grayish white. Without seeing her mother, Crysan immediately ran into the bathroom.
" The dress is comfortable, buk "
Fara smiled sweetly, walked over to Crysan and told her son to sit in front of Crysan's dressing table. Fara observed Crysan who was dressing up. Her black hair was braided. Crysan did not add any accessories to her hair. Fara took out the box. Smaller than it was. It opens right in front of Crysan. Fara pulled out a necklace with three gems. All of it does not belong to Fara but purely belongs to Crysan who is kept by Fara. Crysan wears the bracelet she got for her birthday. A bracelet from someone who Crysan never knew what his name was except for the sender's initials.
" This is all the mother who bought?", Crysan let out that question after she held it for a long time. Yes, he was too curious about everything the mother gave him.
Fara shook her head, touching Crysan's shoulder, "This is all from aunt Nadja. Your aunt lives in France. Do you remember, right ? ", crysan nodded steadily. He remembered everything, two years ago his aunt gave his mother two boxes. Because according to Fara the contents of the box was still too big for Crysan's body then never once Fara touched the box. Before tonight, Crysan really needed the contents of that box.
Nadja's husband, Ian's younger brother is a native Frenchman. More precisely it originated in Eguisheim before becoming a convert. And now this aunt and om from Crysan settled in Paris. Crysan thanked the aunt. She is so grateful to have a good aunt. Even his aunt and uncle promised to invite Crysan to live in Paris.
Crysan continued to regulate her breathing until she was finally ready to meet Ridho. Ridho was stunned to see the girl who was walking towards him. Crysan smiled sweetly towards Ridho. A smile that looks like a shameless ring. Ridho chuckled softly, he was unable to just blink his eyes. Even Ridho was already unaware that Crysan was standing before him. Crysan stood up with a small party bag draped on her right shoulder. After a long wait for no reaction from Ridho other than silence, Crysan blew Ridho's eyes intentionally.
" Oh, emh, ay.ayo Sya is leaving, well, ma'am, we're leaving now "
After both of Crysan's parents nodded, Ridho walked ahead of Crysan. Once again, Ridho was flabbergasted by Crysan's appearance. Crysan held a shy smile as Ridho's gaze did not escape from her.
In the car, only silence dominated. Both Ridho and Crysan feel de javu with this. Crysan was not Bram's girlfriend at the time. Daniella has not returned from California. Ridho was still single. And now things are very different. Crysan was more focused on what she saw on the left of the road. The skyscrapers that fill Jakarta. Also very beautiful lighting at night. Without Crysan knowing, Ridho had a glance at him. Tired of the atmosphere left of the road, Crysan turned his head towards the right. Ridho Direction. Ridho looked to the left. Their eyes met each other. Dive into each other's feelings through the eyes. Ridho shifted his gaze first. While Crysan was still at home staring at Ridho's face from the side.
You are handsome brother. Especially with the blue shirt you rolled up to that elbow. Crysan smiled after implying Ridho. Just those two sentences were what bothered Crysan's mind.
Before there was anything else Crysan wanted to ask.
" sister. Why be the brother who picked up not Bram or not-don't-don't? ", Crysan hung up the question as Ridho looked at her with a guilty look.
" Actually- "
Flasbacks
" Lo, dinner with Paris. I'm not angry, seriously. It's even nice if the person I love is happy with the right person "
Ridho nodded and held back his smile. Let him be a little selfish this time. Stuck Daniella as well as Crysan at the same time. After hearing the idea of Bram who according to Ridho was crazy, Ridho immediately invited his two friends to determine the theme of the dinner Ridho. And the choice of the three of them fell on the candlelight dinner at Ridho's house.
" You guys make sure Daniella doesn't know about this "
Eki and Bram gave a thumbs up. They really work together on this. Ridho knew that Bram said that to Crysan in front of the music room bench.
Flashback off
" So?", asked Crysan in surprise. Ridho only grimaced and chose not to answer Crysan's question.