As the moment stopped,
Our eyes were once stumbled on each other,
With your smile, I was charmed,
And my heart began its own rhythm.
At first...
I thought it was a joke,
A chiefly jar for my heart,
That I couldn't cover it with a cloak,
As if it won't be break apart.
As time passed...
You are the one that I spoke to the most,
You are the one that I believe in most,
You are the one that I hope for most.
Until one day...
I began to realize,
You are the one I want in my life.
...
Just like the other students, I enrolled myself in a club where the guy named Harald McKay, is the Second Vice President. It was on our first session as club members, as he walks from the corner of the room and stood in front of me as a speaker, I was charmed by him at first sight as if I was hit by a spell, and my heart refuses to leave him since then. I can lie with my words, but I can't lie with my heart. The first thing I remembered was he asked the audience generally about their year of birth before introducing himself. From there I know that we are in the same age. At first, I thought he was older, because never have I imagined for this to come. At least there is someone at my age although they have different gender and on a different year of study. This is due to the guys in my batch are all younger than me because they are from the University's foundation students.
After some times, we began to get closer. It may be because I was appointed as a trainee secretary. But between those times, there was an unforgettable memory of us. It was the first time we went out together. It can't be considered as a date because our main purpose is to find me a new laptop. It sure is an essential thing to have in this human world other than a smartphone. Maybe because I live here by myself, I feel that living expenses are very high. Luckily I was also given spending money from my parents.
It was at the time when I first realized that I have started to like him even more. That day, Harald taught me something new about the mortal world. About the new place I'm in as a University's student. He taught me how to buy a bus ticket at the kiosk, and eating at the fast-food restaurant called Subway for lunch. It sure does sounds weird, but that is the truth. I can be considered as a 'know nothing' about this world because of the state I'm in. Actually, I only went to the human world for a few times with my father before as I could remember.
Harald: Which do you prefer? Subway or Fuel Shack?
Me: Either both.
Harald: Are you used to eat this as a meal?
Me: I once had Fuel Shack with my father a long time ago. But I'm not actually sure about this.
Harald: So, what did you want to eat now?
Me: I don't know. I'll just tag along with whatever you're having.
The conversation became silence for a while. But then it broke the ice as I asked him another question.
Me: Do you want to try Fuel Shack then?
Harald: Sure, if you insist.
Then we went to the Fuel Shack kiosk and looked at the menu. My eyes were focused on the price there and I notice it was quite expensive and I tried to make sure if it is not a burden for him.
Me: Didn't you think it is quite expensive?
Harald: It sure does. Do you want to try Subway then?
Me: Is it affordable? If yes, then sure. It is fine with me.
Harald: it's not as expensive as this for sure.
So then, we finally got on an agreement and decided to have our lunch at Subway. It sure was my first time but it does not seem like it because I like to observe. The unfamiliar surrounding sometimes. I looked at the menu carefully to fit my financial and finally came out with a decision. Suddenly, Harald approached me. Giving me a suggestion menu. Maybe this kind of situation made him feel unusual and he started to act better after for a while.
Harald: I don't know what your preference is, but for me, I would suggest you 'steak and cheese' because that is my one and only favourite.
Me: Yes. I am going with that. Hehe.
It was like a coincidence that we have a similar taste. I go with that menu first because cheese is one of my favourites. We ended up with the same menu for sure but with a different type of bread, toppings and sauces. I go for parmesan oregano, while Harald goes with a wheat meal as for the bread. But then, he asked me again as he sees I have trouble with choosing my sauces.
Harald: Still can't figure out with the sauces?
Me: Yes, I think I should go with mayonnaise and chipotle. But sweet onion sounds good as well.
Harald: Try it then. You can choose up all the sauces for the sandwich if you want to
Me: are you sure about this? I won't get sick, won't I?
Harald: trust me. But if you get sick anyway, don't come and find me. Because there's nothing I can do. Just go to the clinic, okay?
Me: what with that? Fine then, I try this one.
Luckily it tasted good and I didn't get any trouble after eating that sandwich. With the sweet but slightly sour of that sweet onion sauce blends well with the salty taste from the mayonnaise and a bit spicy chipotle. It became my favourite blend until now. It's not only that, I still even remembered the smallest thing. It might be blurry for some time but as what stays in my memory was that Harald chose a pair of chocolate and white chocolate cookies for his deserts. But when it comes to my turn, he whispered to me to take the chips instead, and quickly I asked for the spicy flavour. After we finished our lunch, we proceed to the next plan. Suddenly Audric gave me a call. Meanwhile, Harald went to the toilet.
Audric: Hey, Reya!
Me: what is it that you have to call me right now?
Audric: I just want to ask, where are you?
Me: didn't I told you already? I'm going to find a new laptop.
Audric: didn't I told you to wait for me? Why are you in such a rush?
Me: I need to buy it as soon as possible to use it for my course works.
Audric: with whom are you by the way?
Me: Aaa, I'm with a friend.
Audric: who is it?
Me: Aaa, I'm with Harald.
Audric: Harald?!
Me: you're the one who told me that you can't come with me today! So why are you responding like that?!
Audric: Sigh, you have to think of something real quick.
Me: Why? Just straight to the point, please.
Audric: your father is coming.
Me: What?! Why are you telling this right now? Why can't it be much earlier?!
Audric: I just got the message recently, that is why I'm informing you now!
Me: Argh, I'm in trouble!
Audric: Just follow the flow then. Your father seems to be in a good mood today.
Me: are you sure about this? I'm not the only one in trouble if something goes wrong.
Audric: I'm sure. As long as you promise me to tell your father the whole truth about today.
Me: fine, I do you a favour this time to save my own life.
As I finish talking with Audric over the phone, Harald came out from the toilet a split seconds.
Harald: who is it?
Me: oh, you're done?
Harald: yes, I am.
Me: It's from Audric.
Harald: Is it something wrong? It sure sounds a bit tense.
Me; it's not a big deal, just my father wants to come, and I have to think of an excuse regarding you.
Harald: if it's an inconvenience, then...it's fine for me to go back to the University by myself.
Me: don't worry, it might be a little frightening. But, everything will be fine. Trust me and just tag along.
Harald: okay, if you say so.
That time I was shocked and afraid that my father would scold me if he knew that I'm with a guy. He sure is a protective king after all when it comes to this. But I gathered my strength, told him the truth and luckily he agreed with it. So, we went to a place that my father brought us and have our tea after everything is settled. But it was not a simple afternoon tea for me, I am pretty hungry that time because I skip my breakfast. This time, Harald and I had a bowl of fried rice. It isn't me if not asking for spicy foods. Instead of finishing my dish, I share it with Harald because my portion was quite big for me to finish it all alone. Instead of finishing my dish, I share it with Harald because my portion was quite big for me to finish it all alone
If you wonder about Audric. He is actually my acquaintance for this task, along with two other apprentices that I will tell later when the time has come. Back to this man over here, his name is Audric Vangelis. A Ray Knight from Imperial Topaz – The Kingdom of Light. Regardless of his position, he never acts like one when he is around me. But it is a relief actually that he didn't call me "My Lady" here in the human world. If so, we might get in trouble. But he does love to tease me with that. Like me, he is in disguise. With the name Audric Gray, that's who he is. About his appearance, I would say he is sure stunning enough as a Knight. With the ivory skin that complete with a silvery blonde hair and a pair of amber eyes. His long hair was cut to shoulder level to adapt with other human beings. He was supposed to be with me today but he couldn't because he have other things to deal with. Luckily, he managed to get the information and quickly informed me. As for my father, it is a normal thing he came to the human world sometimes to ascertain himself for what was going on among his apprentices. Suddenly, Harald shocked voice does give me a wakeup call for a while but he still manages to finish the dish in front him.
Harald: Uish, It's spicy!
Me: You don't eat spicy food do you?
Harald: I do eat it, but I can't handle it if it's too spicy. Else I will be drenched in sweat like this.
I just laughed hearing his explanation. I finally found out one of his flaws. On top of that, I kept wondering the reason my father let us be and fine with it. But nevermind that, it was all in the past now and sometimes I do find myself searching for others' flaws. I am aware of that, and I know it is unhealthy. But, if I am truly in love with him, I have to see and accept him for who he really is, not only his perfections but also his imperfections. Anyway, the only thing that still made me laugh until now is when I recall that moment when I thought I was paying for Harald's lunch at the Subway. But the price is only for a set, which is only mine!
After that day, we parted our ways. Luckily, my father sent us back to the University, so it saves some of our costs. A lot actually. But he has trouble making a U-turn at the guard post.
Harald: It's your father's car isn't it?
Me: Yes, it is him. I hope nothing happens over there.
Harald: don't worry, he will manage.
Me: Oh yes, I forgot about the chips. Do you want some?
Harald: it's okay, just take it with you. It's yours after all.
Me: Sure, see you again and thank you for today.