The Beginning
A month ago ….
"Are you sure you're leaving to Kupang next month? So silly, you just want to find out who is the young man you often chat with, isn't it?"
"Definitely, Sist. In couple months, I've been curious to see his face. He has given me a lot of enthusiasm and strength so that I can move on and get back to my life again."
Lisa just took a deep breath. As a manager, she wants Anastasia to shine again as she did in the past. As an artist and successful model. For the past two years she has only been able to give advice and support to Anastasia.
However, none of those advice that came out of her mouth was heard by this beautiful girl. Anastasia remained shut herself and eventually she began fading off from the entertainment world.
Who does not know about Anastasia Melody? A singer as well as soap opera star and adult magazine model. At the age of only 19 years old, she was a shining star.
All Production Houses are vying to sign her in. As a commercial star, model, soap opera actress and singer. Her songs always manage to steal the hearts of her fans. Until the disaster happened. The car that Anastasia was driving hit the pavement, leading to the death of her beloved mother.
Since that day, the beautiful girl stepped back from the entertainment world. She felt very guilty for the death of her mother.
She also felt that all this time because of busy schedule, her mother had lost a lot of time and finally decided to always accompany wherever she went.
And she regretted that because she forced herself, working from early morning until late at night on the set and recording studio, cause that tragedy happened. If she wasn't tired, she would have focused and seen the truck speeding from the opposite direction. She didn't have to rush to swerve, which caused the car to hit the curb and caused her mother's death.
"Well, do you really think that he wouldn't recognize you as an artist?" Lisa asked. However, she's still worried if Anastasia decides to go alone.
"I haven't been on television in two years. People have long forgotten about me, Sist. Plus, he's not a person who likes to follow any news of local artists."
"What's your logical reason, An? For me, that's doesn't make any sense."
"Visiting a friend, as I told you before."
"Ridiculous."
"Only one week, Sist."
"I'm your big sister, its normal if I'm worried about you."
Yes, Lisa is indeed Anastasia's older sister, plus she managed her career and become the manager of several other artists.
"Just think again. I'd say cancel it. It will only make you in troublesome."
"No, it isn't, Sist. Come on, I just want to meet people who have given me the spirit to come back strong and deal with my life, Sist."
Lisa exhaled slowly, "On one condition," she said.
"Just tell me?"
"You're going back to being a talented and smart singer again, how about that?"
"Lisa ...."
"It's up to you. If we have a deal, I will buy a ticket for you. Otherwise, don't expect me to let you go."
"I'll think about it, then." Anastasia replies as she walks away.
Somehow Lisa felt this would be a starting point for her sister.
During these few months, Lisa did see a lot of changes in Anastasia.
Usually, she doesn't want to talk much or even leave the room. But, these few months, she witnessed Anastasia getting happy and looking so much better.
She also began willingly join her to the mall or to a crowded place. And now, Anastasia is even more relaxed because not too many people recognize her anymore. She doesn't need to disguise herself and wear sunglasses like she used to. And that makes her very comfortable.
**
Anastasia looked at the photo of her mother who seemed to be smiling and hugging her. The photo was taken at her high school graduation party. And according to her, it is the most beautiful and most memorable photo.
Those time when she really enjoyed her life and the love of her mother. The period where they often spent time together, before finally a record producer who is a close friend of Lisa heard the recording of her voice which was just for fun.
Her voice turned out to be very likeable and her first album exploded in the market.
Since then, many Productions Houses have offered contract as commercials, short or long episode film series artists, and photo models.
Lisa as a manager who has been in the entertainment world for a long time is clearly happy to see her sister shine. The name of the management she leads has also skyrocketed.
And, for the past two years, the two siblings have spent time burying their sorrows and regrets in different ways. Lisa is increasingly focused on management while Anastasia is immersed in her own world.
"Mom, it's been two years since you left. And I'm still here always feel lonely and lost. I always feel that I'm the one who's guilty for leaving you. If that day I listened to your advice for not to shoot until late at night, of course all of that wouldn't have happened. I completely understand about destiny and not going to underestimate that. However, the sense of loss and regret has never left my mind. But, since I knew Kevin, he seems to give me a new color to my life, Ma."
Anastasia begins a monologue with a photo of her mother in her hands.
"Just tell me, Ma. Should I return to the world that raised my name? Or should I remain as I am now in my deepest sorrow and regret?"
Anastasia sighed again. She closed her eyes and tried to keep her voice steady.
And after almost a month of thinking and weighing, Anastasia finally came to her sister's office.
"Can't we talk at home? I'm still working, An." Lisa asked.
"Waiting for you to get home will definitely take a long time. So, I'd better come to your office instead."
Lisa looked at her sister with narrowed eyes full of curiosity and curiosity.
"Okay, what are you going to talk about?"
"Next week I want to go to Kupang, and just book me a regular plane. I don't want to be escorted by anyone. I just want to go there myself. And, regarding to your requirements, I want you to take a note that when I get home you need to arrange my schedule properly. How is that?"
Lisa was shocked.
"Are you serious?" she asked.
"Does my face look like I'm joking, Lisa? I'm serious, as long as you allow me to do my things, like I said before."
Lisa's smile instantly widened. She immediately jumped from her chair and hugged Anastasia tightly.
"Welcome back, Superstar. Okay, next week I will arrange everything including the hotel. I'll make sure you'll see your dream man, Kevin. But remember it's only for one week. Once you get home, the first thing to do is meeting your fans and promise them that you'll be returning to the entertainment world again."