The Love Story of Arka
CHAPTER 12

Widya finally tells Arka that she knows about her relationship with Tia from Vanessa. He also said that he had agreed when Arka was dating, but he wanted Arka to date a family whose social status was equivalent to his family.

“Oh, so Mama knows from Vanessa?” asked Arka with a bitter smile.

“She fits you better than the girl Arka .. “ Bu Widya told Arka.

“No! Arka doesn't like Vanessa. Arka please, Mama do not interfere in love affairs Arka Ma .. “ Arka pleads with her mother.

“Can't be so Arka, you son mama!” said Ms Widya did not want to give up.

“So what Mama said! What is clear Arka will not leave Tia no matter what!” arka said and went into her room and slammed the door. Widya's mother shook her head. He did not expect Arka would change like that when he grew up.

***

Mr. Hendro's House

The night before going to bed, Ms. Widya told her husband everything about Arka. Mr. Hendro listened carefully. He also understood why Arka suddenly asked to buy an apartment.

“Mama take it easy, later if Arka has studied in America, he will forget the girl,”, said Mr. Hendro casually.

“But Pa... mama is not sure Arka wants to go to America.. “ Bu Widya worried reply.

“We use the girl to threaten Arka, Ma ... “ replied Mr. Hendro with a mysterious smile. Widya agreed and smiled as well.

***

Two days later

Returning home from school, Vanessa invites Tia to hang out at a cafe for a while with the excuse of apologizing for what she said a few days ago. At first Tia did not want to because she did not have the money to hang out like that. Usually when walking with Arka, always Arka who came out of money to pay for what he ate.

“Let me pay Tia .. “ Vanessa said with a smile so that Tia would come with her. Tia finally wants to go with Vanessa. He thought Vanessa was sincere about apologizing to him. He does not suspect anything because Tia's heart is good and never bad to think with others.

Upon arriving at the cafe, Vanessa takes Tia to a table. There was already Bu Widya who was sitting waiting for their arrival while drinking juice.

“Why do we get to this table?” tia asked not understanding Vanessa.

“This is Tia Aunt, her boyfriend Arka .. “ Vanessa told Bu Widya.

“Thank you Vanessa .. “ said Bu Widya with a smile. After that Vanessa left Tia who was still confused with Bu Widya.

“Please sit. What do you want to drink?“ bu Widya asked Tia with a smile.

“No need Aunt, thank you. There is need what aunt looking for me?” ask Tia politely.

“Okey, no need for pleasantries then. I want you to leave Arka! How much money did you ask to leave Arka?” ask Bu widya to Tia.

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Tia was stunned to hear Bu Widya's words. He did not expect that Bu Widya would offer money just to separate him from Arka.

“Tante ... I love Arka with heart, not because of the money she has,” reply Tia gently.

“Arka is already happy with my Aunt ... ” ask Tia on Bu Widya.

“You dare also yes say like that same me .. “ reply Bu Widya while looking cynically towards Tia.

“Not so I mean Auntie, forgive me. If there's nothing to talk about anymore, I'll go first Auntie. Good afternoon ... “ Tia immediately stand up and leave Bu Widya. His face was already feeling very hot and could not hold back any more tears that would come out of his eye patch.

“Sial! He dared to also turn out,” muttered Bu Widya.

Tia walked quickly out of the cafe while wiping away the tears that had soaked her cheeks. He did not expect Arka's parents would meet him and exchange his love for money. Since he never loved Arka because of his wealth, he loved Arka sincerely with his heart. But a rich man would indeed look one eye at an orphan girl like her.

Tia walked alone down the street in tears. Eventually, he arrived at the city park. He sat on a bench looking at the fountain in the middle of the park. It wasn't long for Tia's phone to ring. Tia opened her bag and grabbed her phone to see who was calling her. After seeing Arka's name on her phone screen, Tia shifted the green button on her phone screen.

“Hallo .. “ greet Tia.

“Where were you going? back home school I was looking for you, but you're not around,” asked Arka worried.

“I ... I .. hiks,” Tia can't continue her words. His heart was too sore, he was not strong enough to hold back his cries.

“Why you baby?” tanya Arka was getting worried. Tia did not answer. But Arka could hear the sound of fountains and the sound of pigeons around Tia. Arka can guess Tia is now in the city park. As there was no response from Tia, Arka turned off her phone and hurried away following Tia to the city park.

When her phone call died, Tia cried. It doesn't matter, even though many people see it. He lowered his head while rubbing the tears that were soaking his cheeks.

Twenty minutes later Arka found Tia sitting on a bench with her head lowered. Arka approached him and stroked his head. Tia raised her head and looked at the figure of Arka in front of her. He rubbed his eyes many times afraid that it was just his hallucination. Arka smiled at Tia's behavior which she felt was very funny.

“Arka .. “ said Tia spoiledly and hugged Arka tightly.

“Iya it's me .. “ Reply Arka and then return Tia's embrace.

“Why are you crying?” ask Arka.

“It's okay. I love you Arka .. “ replied Tia not telling Arka the truth.

“Don't lie to me .. “ said Arka while taking off her arms and wiping Tia's tears with her thumb.

“No, I didn't lie to you, I just missed you .. “ reply Tia while smiling.

“I also always miss you .. “ Reply Arka with a smile.

Kruyuk ….

The sound of Tia's hungry stomach sounded very loud. Arka laughed when she heard it. Likewise with Tia, he felt embarrassed but also laughed.

“You hungry?” ask Arka. Tia nodded her head.

“Let's eat first, you'll get sick later. What do you want to eat?” ask Arka while holding Tia's hand to go to find food.

“Whatever I will eat with you Arka .. “ replied Tia while hugging Arka's arm and leaning her head on her shoulder leaving the city park.