(POV NARA)
"Ranti. I asked for money!"
I'm so happy because I can still see my mother's face and give her the news. However, things didn't last long because my father suddenly came home. His screams were so loud and scary at the same time. Ah! Again that one man-made trouble. I want to defend my mother, but the conditions are not possible. As a result, my encounter with my mother had to end here.
"Mom, calm down. I will be visiting here often. Don't worry about me, ma'am. " I saw the mother's expression slowly wrinkle.
Not wanting to be seen by my father, I rushed out from behind the house. Furthermore, I don't know what will happen to my parents. I just hope that my mom is okay.
I continued my life as a waiter at a fried duck shop. Its strategic location and being near the intersection make this shop popular with many people. I was lucky to have such a kind and generous boss. Not to mention his ridiculous behavior that always makes me laugh out loud.
Unfortunately, the third night I worked here, I was surprised by the appearance of a familiar man. I don't know where it came from, but suddenly Mr. Johan was caught next to me.
My blood is rushing.
Will Mr. Johan scold me?
I quickly finished my business with the buyer. After that, I gave a code through a hand gesture so that Mr. Johan would follow me out of the shop.
"Why did Master find me here?" I asked nervously. I wiped the sweat that spontaneously flowed from my temples.
"Nara. Why did you run away from my house? In fact, without permission, "
Whoops!
I knew that Mr. Johan would question this.
"I'm sorry, sir. At that time, I rushed to see my mother and looked for work. I don't like staying at the master's house for too long, "I half lied." To be more precise, I was afraid to live with Mrs. Runi and her cruel son.
Mr. John shook his head. His lips clicked. I'm so shy. He may think of me as a person who is not very grateful.
"Don't be like that, Nora. Come on, back to my house! If you are often out like this, the bad guy might find you again," said Mr. Johan softly.
A little surprised, because it turns out that Mr. Johan is not angry at all. He even persuaded me to take him home again. I was confused as to why Mr. Johan was so protective of a foreigner like me.
"Eum… I already have a job with a mess, sir. Besides, I don't feel good if I have to leave my new job," I objected softly. I don't want to hurt the hearts of those who hear.
"Wait here!" For a moment Mr. Johan left me in place. I saw him meet my boss who was sitting at the cash register. I don't know what they're talking about. Perhaps Mr. Johan ordered fried duck to fill his stomach.
Minutes later, Mr. Johan waved his hand at me. I stumbled. Why would he confront me with my boss?
"I've spoken to your boss. You can go out tonight too."
Degh!
"Out? What do you mean, sir?" I asked feeling very surprised.
You have no right to be upset if it is your parents who are questioning you. Nara, thanks for helping me here, okay? Ah, this is wages for three days of work. " I was increasingly confused and surprised at what my boss said. Silly, he even said that Mr. Johan and I were his parents.
"B-but,"
"That's enough. Let us go home!" Not to mention I finished speaking, suddenly my arm was pulled by Mr. Johan. He led me to the car.
I'm afraid. I'm not mentally strong yet if I have to go back to Mr. Johan's hell house. Several times I begged the middle-aged man to just return it to the shop. However, Mr. Johan did not pay any heed. The car continued to take us through the cool night.
The baritone horn sounded when the vehicle we were traveling in arrived at Mr. Johan's residence.
I tilted my head to look around. I saw the figure of a tall man getting out of his car parked in the garage. That's Senyo. It looks like he just got home from work.
Oh Lord, I'm sure I'll be swearing in a minute.
I hesitantly got out of the car. I let Mr. Johan park the car next to Senyo's car. When I walked towards the veranda of the house, suddenly Senyo who was in front of me looked back. His footsteps could be read by him.
"You! Why is it here?" Senyo jumped in surprise until his body jerked backward. He looked left and right. When he saw Mr. Johan appear, he quickly approached the man in the blue shirt.
"Why did that one child appear again? Dad brought him home?" Senyo pursed his lips at me.
I saw Mr. Johan keep walking without looking at his son. He also let me into the house.
My heart was beating wildly. A few days ago I also experienced the same situation in this place. I did nothing but play with the hem of my shirt with my fingers. I was nervous and uncomfortable at the same time.
Senyo spontaneously ran to the other corner. After some time, a woman appeared, who was the reason I didn't want to live in this house. He still had the same grim expression and raised eyebrows. His hands were clasped at his waist.
"What is this, sir? Why would he be with you?" Mrs. Runi's eyes flashed. I became even more clumsy when I saw two humans collaborating to get rid of me.
"Nara will live with us again,"
"WHAT?" Mrs. Runi's mouth is like an ancient cave. His pair of eyes bulged. As if he did not accept Mr. Johan's words.
"For what else, Dad? Wouldn't it be good if he left like yesterday?" Now, it was Senyo's turn to respond.
"No one can dispute this decision," said Mr. Johan to his family members.
"It can't be like this, Mas! Nora is a foreigner. What if he has bad intentions with us?" cried Mrs. Runi, opening her eyes wide. He must be very upset with Mr. Johan.
"Sorry, sir. I think I'd better get out of this house. " I had to say that to be free from the tiger cage.
"Yeah, just go there!"
Mrs. Runi pushed me until I almost fell. Mr. Johan pulled my arm until I could balance my body again. Oh, Lord. They treat me like a thief. Even though I didn't take anything in this house.
"Watch yourself, Runi! Nara is human. You have no right to need it at will."
My ears are getting hot just hearing the debates of Mr. Johan's family. I become embarrassed. This quarrel was caused by my presence.
"Why do you defend him so much? Do you two have a special relationship?"
I was suddenly stunned by Mrs. Runi's words. The special relationship he said? Is he accusing me of dating Mr. Johan?
"No, madam. We even just met a few days ago. Sorry, Mister. Looks like I have to get out of here," I said, unable to stand the situation. Mrs. Runi's accusations were increasing.
"You will not get a piece of my treasure if you dare to expel Nara from here,"
He just pulled a step back, and again, Mr. Johan threatened his wife and child through the treasure. I glanced at Nyora Runi and Senyo's faces, which suddenly became tense. The two of them stared at each other. as if talking through eye signals.
"Um, fine. Nara may stay here on one condition," said the pomegranate-lipped woman as she took a deep breath.
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