Meanwhile at a cafe. A man and a woman are occupying table number 08.
The atmosphere of the cafe was calm and not too crowded. The sound of piano instrument music sounded soft and made all customers feel comfortable.
Some of the cafe's customers mostly come individually. The atmosphere of the cafe is indeed very calm, so most people who come there always bring their laptops to do something and order a few drinks.
The interior of the cafe also looks simple and elegant. The theme color for the cafe is neutral and also uses pastel colors.
Adrian and Karina. The two of them occupied the cafe table number 08.
"Since when did Aris dare to be rude to you?"
Asked like that, Karina was still silent and lowered her head. She only looked at her feet, which were wearing nude heels.
Adrian took a deep breath. He looked at Karina and tried to ask one more time.
"Karin, I need your explanation. At least answer my question. You shouldn't let stuff like that get to the dean's office. What if a lot of people see you?"
"Of course I don't want to either!! Did I know that Aris was trying to follow me? I didn't know!! I hate that guy!! I broke up with him!!" Karina said annoyed. The woman's eyes looked irritated and angry.
"Then explain to me. Why does he want to slap you?"
Karina was silent for a moment. She really doesn't like being asked about her personal problems.
But since Ardian asked her, Karina might want to explain the problem to Ardian. The woman took a sip of her orange juice before speaking.
"Me and Aris broke up about a week ago. But he kept chasing me and wanted to know what my reason was. And I allowed him to meet me. We talked alone again and Aris again convinced me to go back to him. And that day, I agreed. We made up for a while For a moment. And Aris took me to Bandung City to meet his big family. He plans to introduce me to them."
"Then?"
"For the umpteenth time, Aris lied again. He didn't take me to his big family. He prioritized meetings and meeting with his work partners. That's why I took two days off. Monday and Tuesday I should have used to go to Bandung with Aris. it was canceled. Until I got into an argument with Aris again. I chose to extend my leave because I was tired of my relationship with him. I needed a break. But today Aris forced me to meet. I had time to avoid it by going to my brother's house. I should have sat down in my work chair this morning. In essence, Aris was still able to find me and force me to come with him."
Hearing all these explanations, Ardian was silent for a moment. The man just stared at Karina for a while.
"Calm yourself first. I'm not going to force you to hurry home." Adrian said softly.
"Then what about your job? Shouldn't you be back at the office?"
"Ah, I can call Satya about that. Let's just stay here first. You must still need some peace."
"Thank you, Adrian."
Adrian nodded and smiled slightly.
Although the atmosphere between the two of them was a little awkward, Ardian tried to look calm. The man actually also wanted to go back to the office, but he didn't want to leave Karina alone.
For thirty minutes, they were both in silence. Karina was still calming her mind.
Meanwhile, Ardian played with his cellphone while sending a message to Nadira. But the man did not tell Nadira where he was at this time.
"Umm, Ardian. As for what happened between us, I apologize for that. You haven't heard from me yet. Can I explain now?"
Ardian then looked at Karina. And the man just nodded at Karina. He invited Karina to explain a reason to him.
About what happened to the two of them four months ago. This really disappointed Ardian. However, now the man allowed Karina to explain.
"Four months ago, I was very comfortable with our relationship as friends. You always took me out to eat, watch movies, and go on excursions. It was very fun. However, actually by that time I was already in a relationship with Aris."
Hearing that, Ardian looked up and looked at Karina seriously. So that's the reason Karina rejected him four months ago?
Karina said again, "I've been in a relationship with Aris for two years. I never told all of you that I already have a boyfriend. And when you confessed your love to me, of course I was surprised. I thought we were really good friends, but it turns out you like me. I'm sorry, Ardian. Four months ago, I didn't mean to be rude to you. I just----"
"It's okay. It's over. I've forgotten the trouble between us. Better not bring it up again, Karin. Knowing your excuse is enough for me. I forgive you." Ardian said.
The man was always patient and wise. Ardian doesn't like fights. That's why he always relents when someone is angry with him.
Four months ago, Karina had indeed rejected him roughly. And Ardian just kept quiet. The man could not reply to Karina's harsh words.
And now, maybe Karina is swallowing karma. She just broke up with her boyfriend. And Karina now likes Ardian. Is karma really real? Karina felt it in her.
"Thank you.. you are always nice to me. But, can I ask you something?" Karina asked Ardian.
"What?"
"Is it true that you are close to Nadira?"
"Um, yes."
Karina was silent and looked at Ardian. The woman thought for a moment.
"What is it?" Ask Adrian.
"Isn't there another chance for me?"
Adrien frowned. "What do you mean?"
"Now, I like you. I have special feelings for you, Ardian. Do you still have the same feelings to me?"
Ardian looked at Karina in disbelief. "Karin, you already know I'm close to Dira. Why are you still asking that?"
"I think I can still---"
"You can't occupy my heart anymore, Karin. I don't have those feelings for you anymore. And I hope you don't talk like this anymore. I think I should go back to the office." Ardian said firmly.
As a man, of course Ardian does not want to be underestimated by women. Karina had already rejected him rudely. Of course he couldn't accept Karina's feelings easily.
And now, Ardian will only fall in love with Nadira. Will he be able to establish a relationship with Nadira?
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