Chapter 4 Bad news

I was surprised, then took a piece of bread for me. Usually I'll Buy Mom bread when there's a bonus from the boss. However, this time I felt bad, having to eat the bread alone. I put the bread back in its place, then poured water for me.

"Why put it down, again, Ar?"ask the Ma'am

Diana. However, I'm just floating

smile. At least the hunger will

closed because of the water I've been drinking.

"Arletta is full, Ma'am. I was cooking at home."A lie that would probably mislead myself.

After Mas Hendra finished his meal, he got up, then Ms. Diana kissed the back of his hand. I just stared at it all, especially since it was the first time I saw a married couple after Mom and Dad. Especially in a private house like this.

"Come On, Ar. You will be late, " said Mas Hendra immediately disperse all my daydreams. I smiled at Ms. Diana, then walked in her husband's footsteps.

When I got into the car Mas

Hendra, I feel strange things happening. I

I feel a great beat in my heart.

Who would have thought I would be one

the car with the man, who had stopped in

this is my heart.

If I remember, I don't know myself, however I erase the feelings I feel. So, more and more curious about the figure next to me at this time.

It all started when I was in the second grade of high school, when Mas Mahen was 23 years old, and he was the son of one of the most respected people in my place, a really established man who already had his own business, very independent and handsome.

Every woman wants it, including me. However, two years later, it turned out that Mas Hendra was reported to be married. Yes, with Ms. Diana, some of my friends made a lot of status on their social media accounts. With hastag, #riplove, strange. However, that is indeed the reality.

All my friends often gossip about Mas Hendra, they consider him a sugar Daddy, and whatever else he is called. But I never joined that conversation.

I always keep my heart tight, even though I know my love will never be reciprocated. To be honest, I was heartbroken when I found out that Mas Hendra was getting married, but over time I got used to it. Moreover, Ms. Diana is a very good woman.

Three years, Ms. Diana and Mas Hendra were married, there were only a few oblique news that approached their household.

One year after their marriage, Mas Hendra's father died. Only his mother remained faithful to take care of her son and daughter-in-law. However, I don't think her mother was home, or maybe she was doing something.

"Arletta,"

I realized, then turned to the man. My daydream turned out to be very long, even the car had stopped in front of the restaurant by this time. I smiled awkwardly, then let go of the used seat belt on my body.

"Thank you," I said. I got out of Hendra's car and ran into the restaurant.

My day is quite pleasant at the moment, I started the job well, not like yesterday started everything with charred meat. I hope Anisa can handle everything. The problem I created yesterday, could get me in big trouble.

"Ar, how about not dealing with charred meat anymore, right?"Anisa suddenly appeared behind me, while giving me a glass of water. Tumben once he was good, willing to prepare drinking water for me.

Even though he was my best friend all along. I took the water and drank it.

after we talked for a while, I went to the kitchen to do something else. Sometimes I feel bad when I am near Anisa when there are many visitors. She is very beautiful, and I am, but I must still be grateful for it.

My steps stopped right in front of the refrigerator, I opened it and took some things, which I was going to hand over to the chef. I'm not the one who cooks, but there's a special chef, about yesterday, I think the chef asked me to keep the meat, but I forgot about it.

If I remember correctly, I never made a mistake while working in this place, maybe yesterday was my first and most fatal mistake.

***

It's late, now I have to hurry home. I went to Grandma's House this morning. So, I'm home alone.

I stopped when a car parked. Mas Hendra got out of his car, and approached me.

"Come In, Aaron. Diana said Your mother said goodbye earlier, and she asked me to pick you up."I was surprised. My lips clenched, my steps stopped as the man approached me more and more.

"Ar, come in."I ended up getting into his car instead of walking home. Itung-itung energy-saving and cost-effective.

Is it just my feelings or is Mas Hendra a little kinder to me at the moment. I felt like he was starting to scold me, even if it was just to get in the car. I don't know why I'm so happy. From so long finally the man who had stopped at the heart, would rebuke me and consider me to exist.

"Hey, can you tell me what's wrong with Diana?"I asked. The curiosity was very great, especially when I saw Ms. Diana's condition seemed to be getting worse.

"He was just plain sick."The answer of Mas Hendra really did not satisfy me. If I knew the answer would be like this, I wouldn't ask. He and his wife Diana were

hiding a very big thing. To the point of not wanting anyone to know about it.

"You were just asked to take care of the house, and prepare breakfast for me. Don't ask anything personal."I looked down, it was like I mistook the man, he did look friendly, but really the words he said were like a knife that could hurt anyone, if used incorrectly.

"Arletta was just curious, why Ms. Diana had to seek treatment abroad."

"He did need intensive treatment, regarding the reasons. Just so that he recovers quickly, what excuse is not enough?"I turned my head back, I really did not expect that Mas Hendra would be angry like this with me.

His facial expression was very upset, I was the wrong one, trying to get along with him. I kept my mouth shut until the car stopped in front of the House. I got out of the car and ran straight into the House.

I was lying in bed thinking that Hendra's words sounded very strange, but I was sure there was something that other people didn't want to know. Their household is famous for never having a problem. However, the news of Ms. Diana's illness has spread throughout the complex, it's just that no one knows for sure what Ms. Diana is actually sick with. I think the woman has a pretty severe pain.

I set foot in the kitchen to find something to eat. My stomach is already rumbling, worms are buzzing in the stomach. If it wasn't immediately filled I would have fainted on the spot, like a scene in a movie.

When night finally came, I went out of the house to look at the beautiful stars, which were studded to decorate the sky. The colder the night air, the more reluctant I am to leave the terrace.

However, over time the moon was covered with black clouds, drizzle hit the ground. I got a little splashed too. I rushed inside before all my clothes were wet.

"Huft, I hope it rains for a while."I immediately lay down to sleep.

I woke up at four in the morning, not because of the alarm, or whatever it was. Except for a very loud knock on my door, I don't know who would have the heart to bang on someone's door at dawn like this.

I opened the door and looked at my neighbor who was standing in front of the door.

"What is it, Mom?"I asked.

"Ar, why did you wake up so long, someone died here, you want to help Mom bathe him."I glared, it's not the first time I like to help prepare preparations like this, but what I don't understand is who died.

"Who died, Mom. Arletta can help with the essentials."The mother in front of me looked upset.

"Yes it's okay, Diana died last night, the clock 12 Ar. He will be buried in the church in the morning."I immediately went limp, there was no way this could happen, I could not understand.

"Mom, don't lie. Last night, I met up with Diana."I really can't believe it.

"Mom Seriously, you get ready we see to his house, already crowded all the mothers there to send prayers."I immediately rushed to take the hijab and then ran out, after washing my face.

We were in a hurry until we arrived at Diana's House. It is true that my neighbor said, Ms. Diana's house was crowded, although it was still very early, there were several mothers who had been there.

I saw his father-in-law sitting not far from Ms. Diana, and Mas Hendra sitting next to his wife. His eyes were slightly puffy, and also his body looked very limp.

There are many mothers who say their condolences to Mas Hendra and his in-laws. However, I didn't even dare to open my voice. I really still can't believe all this. Ms. Diana yesterday was still very healthy and fit, although her face was a little pale, she was still able to cook for her husband. He didn't even allow me to prepare breakfast for Mas Hendra.

"Yes, ma'am," I said, sitting next to my mother. I hugged the old woman's body. Mrs. Diana is the only daughter-in-law who is always with him. Ms. Diana always took good care of him, I also often hear gossip that Mrs. Mas Hendra often praises Ms. Diana. Even the woman did not have the slightest fault gap.

"Arletta, it's good that you came. I don't know who to complain to."The Crying of Mas Hendra's mother broke out, I was also sad, when I looked at her face I remembered my own mother.

"Mom, don't worry, I can tell Arletta a little, if it's heavy."I continued to rub Mrs. Mas Hendra's back to calm her down.