The Story of Aira
Ryan

I saw Aira watching the friends who were joking. The eyes were implying uneasiness. I held his left hand that was gripping the edge of his shirt. I hope he feels calmer. He shook his head, like he wanted to say he was okay. But the way he looks at a smile is enough to show that he is lying. Because that smile is so bland. Not as sweet as usual.

Shortly after, all were interested to see the sunset that was clearly visible from the cafe. And while everyone was enjoying the beautiful paintings of nature, I thought of Aira. I saw the figure of the woman beside me, she was looking at the twilight sky like the others. Who would have thought he would leave me soon.

Honestly, it messed me up. It's even worse compared to the time when Tiara left me and chose to be with Gio. I feel like a loser, because I can't keep a very meaningful person in my life.

Don't ever say I don't want to fight. What else to surrender before the war. I've been struggling to melt her heart, and I'm pretty sure I've succeeded in that. It's just that he and I can't go any further. He belongs to his parents. And his parents imposed a limit. So we can't have a more serious relationship.

If only I'd been selfish, maybe I'd have run for the moment. So that he can't see his family anymore, let alone leave me. But I always remember my mother's advice. 'Whatever I do will be in vain if I don't get my parents' blessing. Especially mother.' Especially for those related to Aira.

Yes, the newcomer who brought a lot of love to all those people made my mother fall in love. I really appreciate Aira and her family. Mother strictly forbid, I stepped without blessing from her and Aira's parents. Mother said, if God made us a fool, no one would be able to separate us.

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After the Maghrib prayer, we prepared to go home. I also promised Aira's parents that I wouldn't go home too late.

Aira came out with her jacket. More precisely outer. Because the material is not as thick as a jacket in general. I'm pretty sure it won't be able to protect her from the cold tonight. It seems outer is wet. He can't wear it. So I gave him my jacket to wear.

"It's important you don't get sick."

Aira looked even more petite and cute while wearing that jacket. But it still looks pretty. Oh Lord...., why did You create such an adorable creature anyway?!... You want to take it home and store it in the closet so that people do not take it.

"Yes first" said Aditya. "Remember, go straight home!" abugn.

"Okay, we're behind." I said.

I never did speed when I was with Aira. But this time, I was really slow on my bike. Because I want to be with him longer.

Before arriving at the last corner to the house of Aira. I invited him to come by to buy his favorite hot chocolate. Also a little gift for the house.

"Aira..., may I ask you something?"

"What?"

"Is there anything you want to do before you leave?"

"What yes...?"

"Tell me!"

Seeing Aira who was thinking, made me even more curious. About what? And can I grant it?...

"Nothing."

A response that was completely beyond my expectations. So easy he said that.

"Look at me!" he said while looking at me.

Those beautiful eyes seemed to hypnotize me. It led me to look at her even deeper, and find out what was in there. Is he happy at the moment? Is it still sad? Or is there something else he wants to say?...

"Say something." he said again.

What should I say, Aira?... What do you really want to hear from me?... I really don't know what to say. Because I was afraid that my words would make him sad.

"Tell me how you feel right now?!" said again.

"What I feel." I take a breath before I speak again. "You know I haven't been able to accept all this, Aira."

"Suddenly you came, made everything change. Makes me very dependent on you. I'm starting to like you, maybe I've fallen in love too deeply with you. But now you will leave me and our togetherness. You asked me how I felt?... It hurts more than I felt before. When Tiara left me."

Suddenly Aira rubbed the back of my hand. Makes me feel more calm.

"You're the only reason that makes me want to stay here longer. But sorry. I can't." Aira lowered her head.

"Sorry to make you sad again" I said.

"Excuse me, sis. It's over."

"Yes, thank you."

We don't continue that conversation anymore. Because my order was done, and I had to drive Aira home immediately.

"If God wants us to be together. Then there'll be no one to separate us." I plagiarized the sentence you used to say.

Aira smiled, I rubbed her nose because she was so worried when she smiled.

"We pray for the best for our relationship. Okay?!"

Aira nodded her head.

"Good, we should get home soon. Because I don't want to be chopped up with your father." I joked.

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I finally got home. I put down my tired body after giving a gift to my mother. Just a minute, I'm back up. I'll get the phone in my pants pocket. Then send a message to Aira.

I :

Just take my jacket with you. It will accompany you when there later you miss me😉

I opened my bag, took out Aira's outer. With or without his permission, I'll keep this with me too.

Aira :

If I want the guy to come?!...

This kid is sometimes unsettling too.

I :

What if I just go with you?... It's not that your father wants your future companion to be the one willing to follow you and your family back to your village

Aira :

Then you left mom alone, did you?...

I :

😪😪😪 is difficult to reach you

Aira :

Choosing to be with you is also very difficult 😣😖😫😭

True said the mother, man can only carry out his role according to the scenario written by God. The rest is God's business. And I can only give up. If he was made for me. Then he'll just be mine. Not the other one.

But God, can I be a little pushy. I want my water. This aira. Not another Aira. You must know that my mom likes him too. She loves him like her own son. Isn't that a good sign?... We will be a good match in the future. I beg you, God...!! May You not be angry because I am too presumptuous to negotiate. Ii'm sorry. I really wasn't ready far from him😭🙏