The Nick's Life
Green Light

“Completed?” ask Rega when Bila comes out of Rafli's doctor's office. The girl nodded her head. Rega stood up and walked along with Bila, out of the hospital building.

Ever since Rega found out that Bila was a friend of her late fiance, the relationship between the two began to close. They have a lot in common and have the same hobbies. Rega has also been acquainted with Kyai Ahmad and often visit pesantren to follow tabligh akbar or other events.

“Where to now?”

“Eat. I'm a really laper,” replied Bila while holding her stomach.

“Where do you eat?”

“Di Zicko Coffee, yuk.”

“You are there to eat or want to see Nick?” rega Goda.

“Iihh. mas Rega nyebelin.”

Rega chuckled at the sullen face when. It is no secret that the two fell in love with the couple. Rega on Iza and Bila on Nick. But as time went on, the feeling began to fade. Even now Rega already has a new heart patch, namely Bila.

The two enter Rega's parked car. And before long the four-wheeled vehicle was hurtling away. Split the streets of Bandung that looks arid because of the hot sun.

“I'm curious to eat in Zicko. Said my friend nice to his menu.”

“That cooks Rina isn't it?”

“Not. If Rina will open catering with the Indian Police.”

“Hahahaha.. You know why, the same sensi Arnav.”

“She's really cute. Cynical is just like me. Wonderful, men kok nyinyir.”

Rega could not stop laughing at the attitude when talking about Arnav. As with grudges. Somehow it will happen if both are tied up in marriage. It will certainly be exciting every day will be colored by quarrels like Tom and Jerry.

After a journey of almost twenty minutes, the car that Rega drove to Zicko Coffee. The cool air and crowded atmosphere were immediately felt when the two entered the shop area. Nick is busy making customer orders. Rega and Bila headed straight for the empty table.

Seeing the arrival of Bila and Rega, Iza who just finished taking care of the payment of one customer, immediately approached the two with a menu book and notes in his hand.

“Welcome, want to order what?” Iza handed the menu book in her hand which was immediately taken by Bila.

“What I want to eat, Zi. My stomach is really lager.”

“Iya, Zi. If there are no whales? Richly he was just full when given the menu.”

When he threw his lips towards Rega while continuing to pay attention to the menu book. Iza chuckled at Rega's guyonan. The doctor also had a sense of humor. Rega is a serious type.

“I order sapo know the same chicken mercon, do not forget the rice. Keep drinking iced lemon tea,” said Bila while handing the menu book to Rega.

“I order cow pepper black equal rice. Drink the same as Bila.”

“Ok. Two white rice, sapo tofu, chicken mercon, cow pepper black equal two iced lemon tea. Any more additions?” Iza repeated the order of her customers.

“That's it first. Please don't wear it for long, Zi. I've been sparingly acute stage.”

“OK. Awaited yes.”

After recording the order, Iza immediately left the couple and headed for the kitchen to give the order to the kitchen staff. The woman immediately returned to her place because there was already a customer who was about to pay for her order.

While waiting for the order, Rega and Bila coolly chatted. There was talk between the two men. Sometimes they hear laughter when they talk about something funny. From behind the bar table, Nick looks towards the couple. A smile puffed up on her lips and wished the two were a match.

“Bil.. You're right have no more feelings with Nick?”

“Mas Rega why does nanyain keep it? What about Rega himself? Still love the same Iza?”

“Ya is not. I don't want to be a player.”

“Ya same mas. I don't want to be an actor either. Why Nick doang what.”

“Yes great if you can move on. If indeed you no longer have the same feeling Nick, how about we try to get to a more serious stage?”

“Means mas?”

“You know I'm not young anymore. I'm 31 next year. And I want to end my free time this year. If you don't mind, I want a peddler with you.”

When speechless hearing Rega's straightforward words without further ado. In fact he also already had other feelings for this man before him. But if you do not want to be rash and heartbroken for a second time.

“If you are serious, please talk to abah.”

A smile rose on Rega's handsome face. His determination to end the single period together with when was round. He believes the woman in front of him can be a good wife and mother for his future children. The conversation of the two paused as the waiter delivered their order. Without feeling ashamed, Bila directly devoured the food in front of him.

“Yes this is so good sapo yahaya. Would you like to try ngga?”

“Bby.”

When spooning sapo tofu into Rega's plate. The man's head nodded as his tongue felt the same way as Bila. The conversation continued on the sidelines of their meal. Rega said he would propose if immediately. The plan is next week, he will go to Jakarta to meet his parents.

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Three months later

Lina stood in front of a medium-sized house. In front of him is a white signpost that reads AR CATERING. The girl still could not believe that she and Arnav finally succeeded in pioneering a catering business together. Now he has four employees who help him in the kitchen and a driver who is in charge of delivering orders.

Next to him, Arnav also continued to stare towards the white sign. Singakatan AR comes from the names of both of them, Arnav and Rina. If his catering business develops well, it is not impossible that he will resign from the job he has been in for three years.

“Malah. Buruan cut the ribbon,” exclaimed Abe disperse the reverie of the two catering owners.

Arnav gives the scissors in his hand to Rina. He invited the woman who cut the ribbon as a sign of the opening of this catering business officially. With a thumping chest, Rina approached the ribbon. While saying basmalah, the girl cut the light blue ribbon. The hand clap along with the sentence was immediately heard afterwards.

Arnav allows all who come to this simple opening event to enter the house. There are already various snacks made by Rina herself. And in another part, on the table buffet is already available heavy food with several menus.

“Congratulations yes, bro. Finally able to open his own business as well,” Abe patted his best friend's shoulder.

“Gue doain your business going forward so as not to be lackey people again,” continued Denis.

“So the owner of his own business even though small is better than working under others, ” Fahrul continued.

“Usaha it's official, now it's official with your relationship with Rina. Mumpung there is his brother, sana lamar,” cetus Nick who was immediately embraced by others.

There was no response from Arnav to the words of his friends just now. The man's eyes kept staring at Rahman who was talking to Rahardi, Anton and Bryan. Along with Lina. It is undeniable that the seeds of love begin to grow in his heart. Yet he still did not dare to step forward, so much was the consideration of the man.

From the direction of the door, looks Rega and When entering. Lina immediately welcomed their arrival with great pleasure. The girl invited the couple to enjoy the dishes provided. With the spirit of four five, Bila immediately headed for the buffet table. He gulped at the delicious dishes that were served.

Seeing the arrival of Rega and Bila, Arnav approaches immediately. His attitude to Bila was not as cold as before after knowing the girl's relationship with Rega. His heart was calm knowing that he was not a thorn in his best friend's marriage.

“Welcome,” greet Arnav while greeting Rega.

“Yes Rin, I was confused which one to choose. The food is delicious all the rich,” said Bila.

“Eating everything can also be original not the same plate just sailed,” seloroh Arnav which only replied delikan by Bila.

“Actually the purpose of our arrival here in addition to fulfilling your invitation. We also want to ask if you can handle catering for weddings?”

“Ya can definitely dong. Who wants to marry?”

“In Allah, I'm the same when I get married next month. His show in the pesantren. We'd like to order food from you if you don't mind.”

“With pleasure we will definitely help prepare everything well. Special for first customer, I give you discount.”

“Soal the menu directly to Rina.”

Rina's feelings were of course happy not to be upset. His desire to handle wedding catering can finally be realized in the near future. As his first customer, of course, Rina will provide good service for them. He immediately invited Rega and When talking about the menu choices offered.

Arnav is just about to return to his best friends when Rahman approaches him. The man's chest thumped loudly seeing the unpretentious man getting closer to him. Arnav's nervous feeling unraveled when he saw the middle-aged man's smile.

“Arnav yes,” saya Rahman.

“I. yes om,” Arnav grabbed Rahman's hand then kissed the back of his hand.

“Do not call om. Call me abah.”

“I. yes abah.”

The nervousness that had disappeared back came. This is the first time I have ever met and spoken to Rahman. Although he had heard that Rahman was a friendly figure, but no doubt the man was nervous as well.

“Thank you, son Arnav. I want to help Rina. At first, I was afraid that she would still be disappointed because her marriage was broken. Thank God, the condition is now even much better, even able to make money yourself.”

“Alhamdulillah, abah. Basically, Rina is smart to cook, the taste of the cuisine is good and unfortunately if not her ability is not used as well as possible.”

“Since long ago Rina really likes to cook. He learned to cook not only from his ambush, but from others as well. No wonder he can cook a variety of dishes.”

“Iya, bah. Surely the husband will stay at home, have a beautiful wife who is smart to cook as well.”

I want Arnav to pull his tongue out. Afraid she glanced at Rahman. The man laughed at the man next to him. He had heard a lot about Arnav from Rina, Iza and Nick.

“Nak Arnav is not interested in that same kid?”

“Hah?” Arnav is surprised to hear Rahman's words, making the man chuckle.

“Say Nick, son Arnav likes Rina.”

Uhuk..

Arnav coughed at hearing that. She was actually made dead lice by Rahman. Holding Arnav's shoulder, Rahman took the man to a chair. From his wife, Rahman hears that Rina also likes Arnav. As a good parent, of course, he must bridge the relationship between the two people.

“If son Arnav really likes Rina and seriously wants to marry her. Abah wait for you and your parents to propose to Rina.”

“Be.. is that right? A. Are you ashamed to have a daughter-in-law like me?”

“Thy? What makes you feel ashamed?”

“Sa.. I have a bad past, abah. I am not a good man, I often play with women,” Arnav rubbed his nape with his head down so shy. But he had to say this directly to Rahman. Arnav doesn't want it until the guy hears it from someone else.

“Just save your past, we live for the present and the future not the past. You know, Arnav who is now a good man, hardworking and In Shaa Allah is righteous. Make the dark past a lesson so you can educate your children not to follow in your footsteps.”

“How to properly allow me to apply for Rina?”

“Iya. Abah wait for your application as soon as possible.”

“Alhamdulillah, thanks abah.”

Arnav held Rahman's hand with both his hands. A smile adorned the face that had begun to be filled by those wrinkles. On the other hand, it wanted to feel Arnav yelling out the happiness he felt. Without bothering to find a way to take the heart of his future father-in-law, Rahman himself offers to become his son-in-law.

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The catering business opening event is over. Many who came also went home. Similarly, Lina who chose to go home with her parents. They immediately went to Nick's residence to rest, while Anton was invited to stay with Bryan at his house. Only the following friends remained their wives.

Of course Arnav immediately told his conversation with Rahman earlier. All of his friends are of course happy because their friends will soon strip him of his singles status. In order to realize the marriage as soon as possible, Arnav immediately contacted his parents who were in Lahore. The man was looking for a quiet place to talk to his father.

After contacting his parents, Arnav reunited with his friends. Arnav's radiant face turned mellow. Of course, this is a question for his friends.

“Why? How to make your face anyep gini?” ask Fahrul.

“Udah phone bokap?” ask Abe.

“Udah.”

“Terus why the lack of face? Don't-don't you be fooled by the same ortu lo?”

terka Nick's.

“Ngga lah.”

“Well why?” cecar Denis who can't wait to see his best friend is still silent.

Instead of answering the question, Arnav took a deep breath while leaning his back against the back of the sofa. His eyes stared straight at the ceiling, making everything nearby even more curious.

“Gue was a phone call and a story about me with Rina. I also said that I have opened a business with Rina and asked them to nemenin me to bed Rina as soon as possible. But bokap instead said, do it yourself because next month adek I want to marry. They are busy and cannot come here. I'm their son, right? Or maybe I'm just a pick-up boy.”

Everyone was silent to Arnav's words. Except for Nick, all of his best friends still remember how Arnav's two people treated his best friend differently from his two younger siblings. Arnav who is frustrated because he is always ignored ends up falling into the wrong relationship and increasingly makes his parents stay away. Until finally they decided to return to Lahore without taking the man.

“Ngga should be dizzy. You still have mommy, daddy and us. We are all lo family,” Nick embraces the shoulder of his best friend.

“Iya Ar, you don't need to be confused. There's still us. Later let us who you menemenin ngelamar Nina,” Fahrul also gave his support.

“The bill. Not because of this problem, you so back off and discouraged. Show the same ortu lo, even without them you can still be happy,” continued Denis who felt as happy as Arnav.

“If necessary later I rent a tagonian group to nganter lo ngelamar Rina. Let add rame,” chirped Abe who immediately greeted another laugh.

Arnav smiled happily at the words of his friends. It was always those who were beside him, comforting and returning his spirit when he slumped.

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As usual, every weekend Nick coffee shop is always filled with visitors. With the increasing variety of menus offered, making this coffee shop has regular visitors every day. Moreover, the taste of the food offered is delicious. And the price can still be reached for students.

Nick has also expanded his area. The second floor which was originally only used as a warehouse to store coffee and the office was transformed into a shop room, so it could accommodate more visitors. The warehouse for storing coffee was moved down, close to the kitchen. The office for administrative and bookkeeping was moved to the third floor. There is also made a channel for visitors who want to hold a birthday event.

Every day Iza who helps Nick take care of administrative and bookkeeping problems. Therefore the man plans to provide a special elevator to go up from the third floor to the first floor. Nick doesn't want his wife tired of going up the stairs. Especially when there are so many visitors like today.

The waiters in the store have also increased in number. Initially only two, now there are four people, plus two people in the kitchen. In total Nick has six officers. He is grateful that his coffee shop business is getting more and more advanced. The man began to save, just in case he and Iza are believed to have a baby again in the near future.

In the midst of the hustle and bustle of the officers, the door of the shop opened. Nick, who was focused on making the order, did not realize the bell hanging above the door was ringing. A tall man approached the table bar. His eyes continued to look at Nick who was concocting coffee.

“One black coffee please,” he said and successfully made Nick lift his head.

For a moment Nick was silent to see the man before him. The man who turned out to be Edo smiled at his son. His eyes filled with longing. For a moment there was only silence between them. Until finally Edo cut off the silence.

“May I enjoy coffee in the hallway,” Edo's index finger pointing towards the top.

“Of course,” replied Nick while throwing a smile.

Edo stepped his feet up the stairs. Nick rushes to finish the previous order and makes Edo's order. After handing over the coffee-making business to one of his employees, Nick rushed over with a cup of coffee in his hand.

Arriving at the entrance, Nick saw Edo's wide back. The man stood behind him, staring at the scene in front of him. Nick placed the coffee cup on the table and approached Edo.

“Api.”

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Enough of it..😜