
The sun sinks in the city skyline, giving the sky an orange color with a touch of pink. The skyscraper buildings reflected its light with a glittering glint of glass, while the streets below began to be filled with vehicle lights. From a distance, the rumbling sounds of vehicles mixed with the ripples of the city. However, there was one place that felt far away from that crowd. A clinic with a small garden at the front, where the fountain is gently rustling and several butterflies are seen dancing among the blooming flowers.
In the clinic, Dr. Rudi is checking the medical records of his last patient. His two sharp eyes traced through each page, while his lips occasionally gave a small smile. Suddenly, the door of his clinic opened, and a beautiful woman with long, shimmering black hair walked in. She is a Lira, a top singer known throughout the country.
"Dr. Rudy?" her voice was sweet, like when she sang.
Rudi looked over, his eyes slightly enlarged. "Yes, i. How can I help you, Madam...?"
"Lira," he replied with a sweet smile. "I've heard a lot about you, Doctor. And I want you to be my personal doctor."
Rudi was surprised, but tried to show his admiration in a professional way. "Oh, of course," he said, standing up and offering the chair to the Lira.
They talk about Lira's medical needs, with Rudi occasionally showing curiosity through her slightly furrowed brow movements and narrowed eyes. However, in the midst of the conversation, Lira suddenly stopped her words. His eyes looked deeply into Rudi's eyes.
"Doctor, I have a secret" he said slowly.
Rudi took a breath, "What is that?"
The lira took a deep breath, "I don't actually have any health problems. I came here because I want to get to know you more closely."
Rudi fell silent, both of his hands that had supported his chin, down into his lap. "Know me? Why?"
Lira smiled shyly, "I'm fascinated with you, Doctor. Every time I see you on TV or read about you, something is going to catch my heart."
Rudi felt his heart thump. He tried to arrange his words carefully, "Mrs Lira, I'm honored by your feelings. However, as a doctor, I have to make sure that my relationship with the patient remains professional."
Lira nodded with understanding, "I understand, Doctor. I'm sorry."
As a famous singer, Lira is used to the spotlight and attention. However, her genuine confession to Rudi was something she had never felt before. The two decided to establish a professional relationship.
However, as Lira moved away, Rudi's eyes caught something. In the hands of the Lira was a letter. Without a second thought, Rudi shouted, "Mrs Lira! You dropped this!"
The lira turned around, with sparkling eyes, "Oh, that is. That's a letter to you, Doctor. Read later, when you're alone."
With a curious feeling, Rudi stared at the letter. What is the content of the letter? And what does Lira really want from her?
As time went on, Rudi became increasingly curious about Lira. Though initially hesitant, he begins to weigh up the possibilities of what the beautiful singer actually wants from him. A new taste, though,
With hesitation, Rudi opened the letter. The beautiful handwriting of Lira lined up neatly on the cream-colored paper. It is short, but meaningful.
"Doctor Rudi, please,
I understand if you are surprised by my confession. But there's something you need to know. We met a few years ago, when I was nobody. You saved my life, but maybe you don't remember it. I just want to say thank you, and, maybe, if fate brings us together again, we could be more than just doctors and patients."
Rudi looked at the letter, his heart pounding. His memories spun rapidly, trying to recall the meeting that Lira had intended. However, everything seems to be blurred. As a doctor, he has met thousands of patients. How could he possibly remember one of the many?
However, there was another part of his heart that felt called upon. A deep sense of familiarity, as if there was a red thread binding the two of them.
That night, Rudi could not sleep. His thoughts continued to drift to the Lira, regarding their past encounters and what really happened. He decided to find out more.
The next day, with the help of his AI machine and the medical data he has, Rudi tries to trace back Lira's medical record. And finally, he found something. A medical note about a young girl who nearly lost her life in a car accident. The date, time, and other details match what the Lira mentioned.
Rudi now remembered clearly. He had an emergency operation in the middle of the night to save a girl. However, after the surgery, he never saw the girl again and did not know what happened to her. Who would have thought, that girl was Lira, who had now become a star.
With a full heart, Rudi decided to contact Lira. He wants to meet and talk to her, to understand further and maybe start a new chapter in their lives.
As the meeting unfolds, the two share stories about the past, difficulties, and how they grew and developed. There is warmth, there is a sense of understanding without having to say much. And maybe, just maybe, there was the beginning of something more beautiful between them.
That morning, a gentle breeze blew through the cream-colored curtains that adorned the windows of Rudi's clinic. Warm morning sunlight penetrated the room, creating a calm atmosphere. Rudi was sitting at his desk, staring at the letter from Lira blankly. Memories of their past meetings, as well as the story that had just opened, were still lingering in his mind.
Dance, Rudi's assistant who had always been loyal to her, entered gently. He held a tray containing medical equipment that had just been used. Her jet-black hair was neatly pigtailed, and her sweet smile was always a coolie for anyone who saw her.
Hearing Dance's footsteps, Rudi reflexively stood up. In her still-chaotic emotional state, unknowingly, she pulled Dance into her arms. In that instant, time seemed to stop. Dance was surprised, her body was frozen, eyes were round in disbelief. However, after a while, he feels the tension of Rudi, and he lets himself be hugged, trying to provide comfort for the doctor he has always admired.
"I'm sorry," whispered Rudi after letting go of his embrace, his face red with embarrassment. "I'm just getting too carried away."
Dari looked at Rudi with an understanding look. "It's okay, Doc. I've understood. You just had a hard day."
Rudi lowered his head, trying to gather words. "I thank you, Dance. You're always here for me. I. I don't know how to express it."
Dance smiled, her eyes sparkling. "That's my job, Doc. I'm here to support you, as you have always been there for your patients."
In deep silence, Rudi and Tari exchanged glances. There was a growing taste, a seed of emotion that had been buried between them. But, at that moment, they let it pass. Because there are times in life where feelings have to be held back, waiting for the right time to be expressed. However, the tension in the room clearly gives a hint of the possibilities that lie ahead.