
I soared in disbelief when I got word from the renowned course institution where I filled out the registration form to become a teacher. At first I knew the vacancy was from Ayu, at that time I told him that I was looking for a job to fill free time.
"Here, Kei, I'll give you the registration link. You fill it up, and you submit. Usually if the appropriate qualification is sought, will be able to answer less than seven days."
Ayu explained the procedure to me.
It turned out that the interview was done but via online, and I had successfully completed it fifteen minutes ago. So glad I called my best friend.
"Well, thank you very much, yes, you have given me the recommendation to become a teacher at the tutoring institution! And, you know, no, the result?"
"You're welcome, huh?" guess Ayu.
"Yes Yu, I'm welcome. I've completed all the necessary processes, and I just finished an online interview."
"Well, congratulations, yes, Kei! I know for a fact that you came in because you, right, used to teach at Kindergarten, so this is nothing new. When did you start teaching?"
"Will definitely be told the schedule. As per your recommendation as well, I took the area that was close to home only, still a subdistrict, so not too far."
"Good! In a day, you can teach more than one person. You also said anyway, right, that you should have gotten home before Andre came home?"
"Yes, dong! I do not want if my busyness teaching this will actually be a problem, and complained to Mas Andre. Thank you very much, yes, Ayu .. You really have saved my life."
I ended the conversation with Ayu who also sounded enthusiastic about welcoming my new activities. He was often a place to confide when I was upset and did not know who to tell.
Excitedly, I unpacked the contents of the closet to look for learning modules while still a kindergarten teacher. I also checked the teaching materials for the Elementary School children. Because it has not taught for a long time, there must be a lot of material that I have to update. Even though it has been stated to escape, but I must still prepare myself as well as possible. I don't want to embarrass the renowned course institution that recruited me.
Right now it seems like I'm catching up. At least I will present the best results by exerting all the abilities that have been buried, even almost rotting because I never use it again.
I remember looking forward anxiously to the announcement of the selection results a few days ago, Haris always encouraged me.
"You're sure I can pass the selection? Because I'm not sure myself. I've never taught again for ten years, making my brain freeze" I said frankly. We're being
"You must have escaped, Kei, sure! The science of teaching was that way too, right? Especially for TK and SD children, all have a guide. I'm sure you must have entered because you're a smart woman, Keisya."
I was like floating above the clouds hearing Haris praise. He was nothing to me, but all the words he spoke made me feel human again, that I was intelligent, and I began to believe that.
"Where's the pregnancy program, huh? I hesitated out of worry, suddenly busy so that it would hamper the promil that was running," I complained.
"If I don't think it's a problem. Precisely your psychic condition will also affect the results of the pregnancy program. Now that I'm with you, you're glad you can't teach again?" ask Haris.
"Yes, I'm glad! This I have dreamed of for a long time, have a busyness that can divert the mind. It really brings my sanity back."
"Well, if you're happy, that's more than enough. Because next, you will definitely be happy and not feel depressed. That way naturally, your body also responds positively. I pray that the promil you're on is going well, yes, Kei?"
My smile expands at Haris' words. Now I find a new purpose in life other than being a mother. Being a teacher was my goal since childhood.
If you remember the conversations with Haris, it felt like my life was going so fast, not as usual that it was very monotonous, and as if the road was in place. Every day my activities are always just that, arguably boring, but after getting to know Haris, it feels like there is a surging spirit in me to prove that I can do something too.
I was reading a teaching guidebook for an Elementary School kid when I got a message from Haris.
[Can I meet you at the cafe for lunch today? The cafe where we first met. I was waiting for you there at 12:00, huh?]
Many times I read the message, the first lunch solicitation after weeks we just chatted with each other on WhatsApp. Although it feels both exhilarating, but the spirit is different. If we exchanged messages, I could only imagine his face. But when I meet, I can immediately enjoy his good looks.
[It's really okay?]
I asked hesitantly for fear that the meeting would interfere with Haris' work.
[I miss you, Kei, wanting to see your sweet face, and now it must be a lot prettier because you're happy.]
Holy hooch! I was totally wrong with his behavior. Haris is not just praising, but has catapulted my mind up high. Unknowingly, I placed the phone on the chest, clutching it tightly as if she was a living thing.
[Okay, I'll come if it doesn't interfere with your time.]
[Absolutely not bothering, Kei! I can't wait to see you again.]
Again I soared with joy reading a message from Haris, then as fast as lightning I deleted it. I must always be careful and do not be careless to leave a chat history with Haris.
Not waiting long, I got ready. This time I don't want to disappoint in front of Haris. A little thin makeup may be able to add freshness to my face. After the shower, I put myself in makeup. I haven't worn lipstick in a long time. Slowly, I applied a pink lipstick on these lips. Right, it turns out that now my appearance looks fresher.
I got up, and opened the closet, looking around for clothes that were suitable for me to wear in this special gathering. I found a dress that had long been stored in the closet, a dress when I was a girl, not married to Mas Andre. I always felt so good in that dress. I also took it, a knee-length dress patterned in tosca flowers with a light pink alloy that makes my appearance brighter.
I don't know if it's because of the dress, or if it's my mood, but when I look in front of the mirror, it seems like my face is more radiant.