ZULFA FORTITUDE
Early Meeting

Herman was surprised by Maria's decision. Didn't think the flavor stored for him was so great.

"Mary, do you know the consequences?"

"If I could be with you, Mr. Herman."

"How's your family?"

"Isn't that my right?"

"Think again, don't rush to make a decision."

"No, my decision is final"

Herman was silent, taking a few deep breaths. Why is it that when he wants to get together, there are always obstacles. I'm sorry Zulfa ....

"I'm giving up."

"Tonight I'm sleeping here."

"Don't overdo you, Maria."

"No, I'm staying here" he replied firmly.

"That's enough of the last mistake, Maria. I still respect you."

"No, I'm staying here."

"As per your request, I will marry you. But be patient to stay together."

"I'm afraid you're running again."

Not without reason did Mary behave that way. Some time ago, Herman chose to disappear rather than obey the will of the family of Mary, to marry her.

"I don't understand your thoughts." Herman surrendered. He let Mary into his house. Herman had run out of words to give an explanation, how not good it was. He knew he was not a perfect man. Drunk, gambling is something he used to do. Until he was unaware of the consequences of it all, he had to be separated from his family. But to start it is good ....

Ah ... why is everything so hard.

It is not impossible, with the presence of Maria will further distance herself to her family. But he could not condemn himself, if he avoided Maria's troubles. Should he hurt Zulfa for the first time. Just because of the mistakes he made. If you want to be angry, you have to accept that anger. He wanted to go back to God, but how. He has forgotten ....

Herman miss ... very much miss .. his family, especially Zulfa.

How is Zulfa now, is he still waiting for him.

Lika, how is she now. Already big ...

Then what about Irwan, maybe now it's 5th grade of elementary school. Do you remember him, the father who abandoned him.

One by one their faces flashed in his thoughts. A shadow of her past, which is sweet in memories. Swept away by his cowardice and selfishness.

He looked at the cell phone at his side. Their numbers are still neatly stored. Pensive long ....

Finally ... Maria, why have you come. His whispers in the wishful thinking.

While Herman still calmed down on the porch of his house. Maria was busy exploring every room. He saw 2 rooms that were quite large, complete with a bathroom. 1 small room without a bathroom. A spacious kitchen connected to the dining room, and others. Pretty good for both of them. It's not as luxurious as his mom's house. But that is enough to prove that the person who has been coveted can give him what he deserves.

While laying down on a sizable mattress, her wishful thinking floated, bringing on memories .... I don't know why she fell in love with Herman since her first meeting at the cafe.

"Who is he?"

"Who do you mean, Maria?"

"That's next to your brother, Sell."

"Germany .... What's up?" answer it with full investigation.

"It's okay."

"Yes ... Sure ... There's nothing. Mercifully. I'm afraid this friend of mine is gonna be blown away and get lost,"

"You just exist. Your words are like a drunken man."

"He .. he .. he .. he ..."

That's how Selly is. My best friend likes to flirt. That night, Selly and I wanted to end the streets, e. .. more precisely shopping, by stopping by at the cafe. Enjoy food and drinks. We never thought we'd meet him eating with David, Selly's brother.

It seems like Selly's brother has not realized that his beloved sister is in one room with him. Until we finish eating what we ordered.

"Hi, Brother." said Selly as her brother passed by her side. Leaving Herman sitting alone enjoying the food that was in front of him.

"Road, walk."

"It's over."

"It."

"We'll go home, you'll be confused looking for you."

"It's your permission, brother. But Selly's coming home soon too."

"Sama's sister. It's already night."

"Lha, it was the same Mary. The present will leave Mary."

"It's okay, Selly."

"Nach, come on."

"Benere nich, Maria. I stay yes ...."

"Yes, Selly. I'm going home too."

After Selly disappeared with her sister. I still feel reluctant to stand up. I looked at Mas Herman from a distance. Seen from the look on his face, there was unease. He finished his meal, then got out of his seat. Like I was leaving that room.

I hurriedly finished my drink and left the place. Heading to the parking lot and turning my car on. Just got out, my car had to come into contact with a pick up car that also just came out. I was so nervous, I hit the brakes. Stop the car suddenly.

The pick-up car did the same thing. A man came out and approached my car. I just kept quiet, waiting for what he would do.

"Sorry, if there is a car that blisters. Ma'am can call this number" he said politely while handing over his business card.

"Mas Herman." I cried with joy, as I observed the name there.

"Yes, what's wrong?" tanyanya's confused.

"I'm Maria, nice to meet you." I extended my hand to her.

He greeted her unsuspecting.

"Oh yeah. You're welcome."

Then leave me still stuck. To the extent that he had to reprimand me to immediately drive forward the car, so that the road was not blocked.

Since then, we have met often. I know his habits that love to gamble. Up to stack his debts on the bookies. Sometimes I can't bear it, I ask the family to pay it off. When he loses, he comforts himself with drunkenness. Not infrequently I advise him, but often he does not care. But I'm not tired.

Out of that pity, love grows. Yes ... wrong love. Because he is married and already has children. I know it. I tried to hold it, but it didn't feel good. Especially since that event. He has taken me by force. And my family wants him to take responsibility. Even if they are angry and disagree.

But why did Mas Herman disappear. Why ....

Ah .... Never mind. What matters now is that I found it. There is no reason not to be together anymore. Even though my family doesn't know it yet.

No matter how much Mary sleeps in her sleep.

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It's been a month now, they've been living together, there's been no clarity on the bond. Until now, Herman was able to take care of himself. Don't know what's going on, if this kind of atmosphere continues.

That morning after they had breakfast together, Herman asked Maria to speak seriously.

"Mary, does your family know that you're here?"

"Not yet."

"Why?"

"They haven't cared about me since I chose you."

"Where do you know I'm here?"

"long story. One of them was with Sally's help."

"We're not gonna talk about that?"

"Are you ready?"

"What do you mean by Herman?"