I'm Just a Figurant
Ch 14 - An Abu Upik

Alex really kept his word. He found a foster parent for me who was willing to pay for my SPP delay along with the delinquent building money. I can take the exam calmly.

Although compared to the students who are in school that my ability is very standard, but I study in earnest. I don't want to let down Alex who's been struggling for me.

A week later, the exam was finally over. The next week is spent on class meetings filled with free activities of the students. The activity was carried out while waiting for teachers to assess the examinations of students and prepare a report on the results of the assessment (raport).

When class meetings arrive, many students bring their hobbies into school. Suppose they bring comics, novels, guitars, make up and so forth.

Alex brought a guitar and sang in our class. Every time I see it, my feelings are always warm. I decided to keep loving, loving and loving Alex. It might sound wishy-washy, given my past decisions. Alex deserved it. That man deserves to get the whole of my heart. Even though I can only love without being able to have, it's okay for me. Just looking at him from a distance was enough for me. As long as Alex is happy, I'll be happy too. Even though his happiness is not with me.

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At the end of the week, the report was shared. Thank God no one lives class in my entire army. My report value is also not bad, although it cannot be categorized as good. Seeing my father smile with satisfaction, I was so grateful.

I looked at Alex from a distance. His parents seemed to be with him. Alex became the best scorer among the eight classes. Her term she got a parallel rank 1, rank 1 of the entire class. I'm so proud to see it.

He's so perfect. His face is handsome, his heart is good his brain is also very smart. I really like that young man. Even though my feelings are unrequited, I don't regret it.

Then I saw Diana and her parents walking towards Alex and his entourage. Both parents seemed to shake hands and embrace. It seemed like the two families had known each other long before. It seems almost certain that one day they will be together, given how much they like each other's families.

Yes, they are a good couple. In any case they are compatible. Even both families are from well-respected families. I sincerely wish Alex happiness. If Diana is Alex's source of happiness, then I'll release her willingly. Although I can't promise this feeling will just disappear.

Unexpectedly the gaze We met. Alex looked at me and smiled warmly. He waved his hand, making the people who were there look at me. Not wanting to be the center of attention, I immediately turned my face away.

"Let's go home Dad." I said, pulling my father's hand.

"It's okay to go home now Nduk?"

"Yes, it's okay Dad. The show is over, too."

My father and I walked to the parking lot. In the parking lot, only my father's car stood out the most. Among the dozens of luxury cars parked, only my father's angkot stood out the most. His presence was the attention of the surrounding students. They looked at me with a humbling and mocking smile. But I don't care anymore.

"Your parents are rich friends, Nduk. Aren't you ashamed to have a parent like me?" Dad put his face down, looking so guilty for embarrassing me.

"Khansa is never ashamed. Dad was the best parent for us. Khansa is so proud of Dad." I clasped my father's hand tightly, trying to raise his heart.

"Thank you, Nduk, for growing up to be an adult girl. Strong and never complaining. I'm also proud to have kids like you." My father kissed me gently. I returned it with a hug.

Then we entered into the Angkot. Actually not a factor for the styles of the father bring angkot to school. That's because dad had to go back to work after taking my report. In order not to work twice, he decided to bring his angkot immediately.

"Dad will take you home, Nduk. Keep your sister at home."

"Yes Well." My father drove me home, while he resumed his work.

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With the receipt of the report, signifies that long holidays have come. That means for the next two weeks I won't be able to see Alex. I will miss him very much.

Considering our relationship is improving now, I'm sorry I returned the phone. Suppose I keep borrowing that phone, at least I can send him a message.

The first day of vacation I spent cleaning the whole house. Be it mopping, cleaning glass, washing curtains, brushing the toilet and others. After that I accompanied my sister to play.

Actually I wanted to come with my father to pull the angkot, but he forbade it and told me to take care of my sister. In the end after the homework was done, I sat in the yard. Looking at my sister and her friends who were playing the marble.

Times like this make me prone to daydreaming. In every day, there is always Alex. I remember the moment when we almost kissed. Question after question ripples in the head. If Alex really thought of me as his friend, why did Alex take the initiative to kiss him? Whether Alex's feelings for her outweigh those of a friend.

I took out the glass from my pocket and looked at myself.

"Hei Khansa, look at that ugly face of yours. How could Prince Alex kiss you? Don't be too kege'eran. Maybe there was something on your face back then and he was intending to take it for you. There may be eyelashes falling, yes definitely for that reason. So stop thinking about the impossible and unnecessary. You are just ash. Forever will be the ash. She would never be a princess, much less Princess Diana."

I took a deep breath. Yes, the only one who deserves to be princess is Diana. Her name is Princess Diana and Prince Alex. They were made to be together. So a figurehead like himself, better to back off.

When he was busy daydreaming, suddenly the sound of a motorcycle horn was heard.

TIN... TIN... TIN...

I stared at the noise. I want to be angry at the person who made those noises. My mouth was already preparing to nag when I saw the person I was dreaming of not far from me.

Alex is on his bike. He took off his helmet and smiled at me.

"Girl, what else? Bengong huh? Instead of dumbfounded, follow brother streets yuk." With nosy eyes. I was really embarrassed.

Alex looks really good. He's wearing all black. Black pants, black boots, and also a black jacket. Really like a prince of darkness preparing to kidnap people's children. Yes, I am ready to be kidnapped right now!!

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