Most of the time it was like hitting Arkan every day—every time, whenever he was telling a funny or angry story, she was used to it. Like people who really don't hide anything from each other.
Arkan is indeed Cecilia's close friend. However, his identity is quite hidden. Cecilia didn't know anything about Arkan other than Arkan's personality which was seen by her own eyes.
Arkan is a very secretive person.
Even had a thought in Cecilia's mind, maybe Arkan never thought of Cecilia as his closest person.
Because, Arkan never asked for help, never told much and even seemed to keep his attitude towards Cecilia.
Like a friend in general, which is usually a reciprocal relationship, symbiotic mutualism.
It's not like Cecilia who doesn't shy away from Arkan anymore.
However, Cecilia was always aware of these strange things because Cecilia thought, everyone has a different character.
Maybe one day, Arkan could open up about everything to Cecilia. Do not know when. But Cecilia kept trying to think positively of him. To her friend.
And for Arkan's invitation to Cecilia who offered her a temporary residence, at Arkan's house. Cecilia was thoughtful about it.
Arkan could see the wrinkles on Cecilia's forehead. A sign that Cecilia was weighing the decision she was about to come out of her mouth.
And before Cecilia could answer, Arkan had already grabbed Cecilia's hand. Take her away, and don't forget to bring Cecilia's moving items as well.
"B-b-but, Arkan." Cecilia had wanted to refuse.
But Arkan didn't give her a chance.
"No buts! I don't like being rejected," said Arkan firmly.
Cecilia also felt that there was something strange about Arkan. Arkan wasn't usually like this.
Arkan is acting out of character, Cecilia thought.
But to be honest, Cecilia smiled. Arkan looked really charismatic with his stern tone just now.
But maybe Arkan is someone like this. He was as stubborn as Cecilia. Maybe, Cecilia just hasn't realized that yet.
Ceclia felt strange. She also continued to stare at Arkan's face, which now looked very serious.
Seemed like a person who didn't want to hear anything that would only affect his good intentions. No objection will be tolerated.
They also left the noble school.
Now, their school lags far behind.
Arkan and Cecilia had already entered the noble's carriage, which Cecilia could estimate the price must be very expensive, even though only a market carriage could not be more expensive than the royal carriage.
And the coachman, looked so respectful towards Arkan. It was as if Arkan was his master.
This all confused Cecilia.
Cecilia knew that the people who attended noble schools were the children of the rich and famous people.
Cecilia could feel the privilege because in the past, her late father was indeed a very rich man. The upper class aristocrats, who are slowly falling bankrupt in their stupidity.
And for now. Cecilia is a person who has nothing and no one else. Including not having the honor like before.
In a short time, everything immediately changed. Including the point of view of people towards herself and her family.
Wealth is able to make everything side with those who have it. And when those who have lost, they immediately become meaningless among the people who used to be the socialites.
Next to her best friend, Cecilia is full of big questions about who this close friend is.
Cecilia began to suspect that Arkan was a very rich person. It could also be that he is the son of a highly respected person in this city. Only, Arkan didn't show it all.
He's too humble, Cecilia thought.
But Cecilia felt very strange because during her friendship with Arkan, Cecilia had never seen Arkan being picked up by this private coachman.
And Cecilia always didn't know when Arkan came home, nor when Arkan came to their noble school.
He's like a ghost. Which when it comes and goes is not visible.
And how stupid she was, Cecilia only realized that now. It turned out that her best friend was indeed full of various things that Cecilia didn't know.
Cecilia herself didn't know anything about her best friend? What kind of friend is she really?
Was it because Cecilia was too indifferent or was it because Arkan was too mean to her?
Arkan never shared his personal story with Cecilia. It is like a crime in itself in friendship.
Because supposedly, a friend will always be the right outpouring place. And Cecilia thinks she's not too bad to be Arkan's vent.
Cecilia was very sad now. But Cecilia tried to cheer up because Cecilia realized that Arkan really didn't have an obligation to always tell Cecilia every detail of his life.
Now, Cecilia really wanted to ask Arkan. About, who is Arkan really? Who are his parents? And, how are they?
Cecilia was afraid that she would not be accepted by the Arkan family.
But maybe it will feel like a claim. And Cecilia also didn't want to be seen as weird by Arkan.
Afraid, Arkan thought Cecilia would take advantage of Arkan because she already knew that Arkan was a very rich person.
And for some reason, now, Cecilia felt strange to herself.
Cecilia tried to distract herself by looking at the scenery outside the car.
Cecilia turned to her left. Arkan sat to his right and now seemed preoccupied with his own thoughts.
Along the way, they didn't talk much and were just silent.
Unbeknownst to Cecilia, actually Arkan had deliberately created the silence so Cecilia could make peace with herself.
Giving Cecilia time, giving her a break, taking a break from her crying earlier.
And without Cecilia knowing, even now Arkan felt very sorry for her. He is looking for another solution to Cecilia's problem.
And actually wanted Arkan to hug Cecilia again. But Arkan was afraid that it would be rude and only give them some discomfort.
But Arkan's attitude was considered by Cecilia to be very different. Cecilia felt like she had a distance at this rate. Maybe because of the coachman's presence as well, the atmosphere also felt stiff.
Although the coachman couldn't figure out what Arkan and Cecilia were doing in the carriage.