
A gentle breeze blew through Elsa's bedroom window, moving the white curtain that split the morning sun. The room felt warm and serene, emitting an air of nostalgia from a thread of old letters that Elsa held tightly in her hand. The letter was found in a drawer that was rarely used, and her name was beautifully written on it.
Elsa sat at the old wooden dresser, kept the letter away from the drawer and placed it on the table. Carefully, he opened the already dull envelope, curious about the contents inside. As she began to read, her mother's soft voice sounded from outside the door.
"Mom's going to the market for a bit, baby. Is there anything you need?" ask mother.
Elsa smiled, "No, Mother. I'll just sit in my room for a while. Thank you." Thank you."
His mother nodded and continued her journey to the market. Elsa turned her attention to the letter.
The letter was a message from his childhood friend, Sarah, who had died a few years ago of a rare disease. Elsa still remembers how close they used to be. They are always together, chasing little adventures in the woods behind their home and sharing secrets. However, as time went on, they lost contact with each other.
The contents of the letter left Elsa dumbfounded. Sarah tells the story of a family secret that has been hidden by Elsa's parents. In the letter, Sarah provides clues to find the secret evidence, which seems to be hidden inside the Elsa family home. Elsa felt mixed; her curiosity was triggered, but also felt anxious about what she might find.
He soon decided to explore his home. Elsa knows that finding out about this secret is all she has to do, especially as a last tribute to Sarah. He stood up, kept the letter well, and decided to start the search in his mother's room first.
Tanti and Tanto sat down at the kitchen table while talking about their plans in a soft voice. They had planned something big, something that would make their parents feel happy, and they were both impatient to carry it out.
Tanti, who was observing the invitation she and Tanto had made, said enthusiastically, "This will be the biggest surprise they have ever experienced, Tanto!"
Tanto nodded in agreement, "Betul, Tanti. They deserve it. Father and Mother have fought hard and worked hard for our family."
Tanti licked her pen and drew some question marks on the corner of the invitation. "What will we give them as a gift? There's a lot we can do, but I want something really special."
Tanto pondered for a moment, then smiled. "How about we collect family photos and beautiful moments over the years, then we make a special photo album for them?"
Tanti looks enthusiastic about the idea, "That's a good idea, Tanto! They'll definitely like it. We can ask everyone to help collect the photos."
Tanto nodded, "And we can also ask Ms. Tari for help to print the photo album by hand. He must have the skills he needs."
Tanti pulled out her phone and started texting their friends, inviting them to send them photos and family moments. Meanwhile, Tanto began planning the details of the surprise party, including decorations, food, and entertainment.
A few hours later, Tanti and Tanto already have solid plans for their parents' wedding surprise party. The two of them smiled in satisfaction, feeling happy to be able to give this special gift to their father and mother.
Tanto said as he clasped Tanti's hand, "This will be an unforgettable moment, Tanti. I'm sure they'll be very happy."
Tanti smiled, "I'm sure too, Tanto. We'll give our best to them."
The two brothers hugged each other, sharing their happiness and love for their families. They have prepared a great plan for a surprise party, and now all they need to do is execute it well.
"Elsa, what's going on?" Tanti asked, stopped her work and walked towards Elsa, followed by Tanto.
Elsa looked serious as she sat on the sofa. He clasped their hands together and said, "There's something I need to talk to you two about. It's the perfect time to reveal our family secrets that I've been keeping for years."
Tanti and Tanto looked at each other, they were curious and a little worried about what Elsa would reveal. They nodded, gesturing for Elsa to continue.
Elsa took a deep breath and looked at the faces of her two children. "You two must have heard the story that your father, Rudi, and I first met when we were in college, right?"
Tanti and Tanto nodded, recalling the story. It was one of the romantic stories they often heard from both their parents.
Elsa continued, "The story is true, but there is something I have never told you before. Back then, your father wasn't the only one chasing my heart."
Tanti and Tanto looked at each other, confused by this confession. They had no idea that there was another man besides Rudi who was chasing after their mother's heart.
Elsa explained, "There's a friend of mine, call him Alex. We were close, very close, even before I met Rudi. We had a special relationship, and I almost chose him over your father."
Tanto fell silent, digesting this deep recognition. Tanti asks, "Then, why did you choose father over Alex, Mother?"
Elsa smiled gently, "When I got to know Rudi more deeply, I knew that she was my true love. We have an irreplaceable bond, and I know that I have to be with him. So, I chose her, even though I had to leave Alex and her feelings."
Tanti and Tanto were thrilled to hear this story. They understand that their parents' love is strong and unshakable. But there was something Elsa wanted to say.
Elsa continued, "I want you to know that I love your father very much, and I never regret choosing him. However, I also want to tell you about Alex's whereabouts. He's still out there, and he's married and has his own family. We're good friends and support each other."
Tanto asked, "Do you know about Alex, Mom?"
Elsa nodded, "Yes, Rudi knows about everything. We have always had open communication in our marriage. He knows that I love him wholeheartedly, and he also respects my feelings for Alex."
Tanti and Tanto were relieved to hear that all of this was known to their father. They realize how important communication and trust are in a relationship.
Elsa finished her confession by saying, "Now, as we celebrate our wedding anniversary, I feel this is the right time to reveal this secret to the two of you. May you understand and continue to love both your parents."
Tanti and Tanto smiled and nodded. They know that their family's affection is deep and strong, and this recognition only adds depth to their relationship. They both felt closer to their parents than ever before.
After this confession, they returned to the preparation of the surprise party with greater vigor, feeling more connected to their parents than ever before.