Confess (Part 1)

D-5 Election of the Chairman of SEB

"So, what kind of person she is, Ardi?" asked Serry after Ardilo told how Ardilo and Taera met and got acquainted by chance.

"She is a kind girl, friendly, fun, rather quiet, and unique. What is clear is she is so beautiful. Maybe I'll say that I love her. Later in the afternoon, I want to invite her out," said Ardilo.

"Are you sure you want to say that you love her this soon?" asked Serry.

"I will be rejected by her, right?" Ardilo asked back.

"Yes... Maybe. She has only known you for a few days, right? Yes, you have loved her since the 3rd semester, but she just knew you from a few days ago. She might doubt your feelings, Ardi. Finally, later she will choose to refuse you, "said Serry.

"It's true," said Ardilo, then rethought his plan.

"For example, she accepts you, and later you will be elected as chairman of the SEB. Do you think she will understand how busy you are?" asked Serry.

"I don't know. But I have a feeling that Taera will understand me," Ardilo replied optimistically.

***

Taera sat on the lawn chair in front of her faculty. Today she wanted to ask questions about Ardilo to Kaino.

"You know what? Yesterday I met Ardilo when I came home from college. I met him at the photocopy," said a girl who was sitting not far from Taera.

"So how about him in reality? Is Ardilo handsome like the one in the photo on the banner for the election of the chairman of the SEB?" asked the other girl.

"In reality, he is so handsome. Especially, when he smiled. His smile is so sweet."

Taera nodded. Yes, Ardilo is handsome, she thought.

"You just saw him for a moment?"

"No. It's been a long time. Because he's photocopying a lot. I eavesdropped a little when he called."

"Why???"

Taera is so curious about the conversation between these two girls. So she eavesdropped a little.

"His voice is melodious and cool. Especially when he laughed, my heart broke."

"I am jealous of you. I have never met such a short amount of time with Ardilo."

"I think I've fallen in love with him."

Taera is shocked. Rivals? she thought.

"You fell in love with Ardilo? You have a lot of rivals, huh?"

"Yes. I know. Ardilo's best friends are pretty plus all the hits students. Yuna, Jeje, Yola, and Yania. Ah, what do I care about compared to them."

What else am I? Taera though. She is sad too.

"You know what, yesterday Ardilo ate with a girl in the canteen."

Taera, who felt that the two girls were talking about herself, immediately pretended to read and drowned her face in the book.

"Oh, so that's true, huh? I thought it was a hoax."

"Really. Ardilo and the girl ate at the table together. Are they dating, huh?"

"Ah, it is impossible. It is certain that if they are dating, people already know. In terms of Ardilo hits student."

"What if the girlfriend turns out to be?"

"I want to know what the person is first. If the person is beautiful, smart, activist, charismatic, friendly, just as good as with Ardilo, I will be sincere."

"Who are you? You don't want to be sincere. Haha."

"Who knows, I will be Ardilo's girlfriend. Then we will continue to date until we are married. I want to do that. Hahahaha."

I'm not sincere, Taera thought.

"The problem is you don't have the same characters as Ardilo. Hahaha."

"If they are beautiful, I'm sure all girls are beautiful. So, who became an activist. You didn't want to join an organization or committee. I just joined an interview when I was open recruitment. How did Ardilo know where I was?"

"Don't be sad. There is still a chance. Later, if he chooses to be chairman of the SEB, you have to register as a member of the SEB, okay. Who knows, you will be accepted."

"Yep. I'll try to be accepted this time. You don't want to register as a SEB member either?"

"I will register. But my reason is not about in the future Ardilo will be the chairman of the SEB. But because I like and am interested in organizations. Whoever is the chairman of the SEB, I want to register as a member of the SEB. I want to increase my organizational experience and hone it. my soft skills."

"You are different. I'm proud to have friends like you."

The two girls then left. Taera put down her book and sighed.

"I have so many rivals, huh?" muttered Taera.

"Tae," Kaino waved at Taera, who was greeted by Taera's sad face.

"What's wrong with you? How sad is that?" Kaino asked, then sat down next to Taera.

"I have a lot of rivals, Kai," Taera said sadly.

"Brother Ardilo?" Kaino asked.

Taera nodded.

"Did you just realize?" Kaino joked, which made Taera almost cry.

"Just kidding, Tae," said Kaino trying to calm Taera down.

"So, how is Ardilo?" Taera asked back to where they met.

"Ardilo... he is like what people say. Kind, friendly, smart, charismatic, activist. In the boarding house, he is also a tidy person, likes cleanliness, fun, talks about anything. A lot of girls who like him."

Taera nodded, "Then who is he close to now?"

"As long as I used to, he was close to Yola. They often hang out together. Either two of them or the same gang," said Kaino.

"Which one is Yola?" Taera asked curiously.

"Don't you know Yola?" Kaino asked back.

Taera just shook his head. Meanwhile, Kaino looked frustrated.

"She's such a hit, don't you know her?" Kaino asked again.

"No, I don't," Taera replied honestly.

"Tae... Tae... She was the SEB secretary's when we were at the first-year student welcome party. She was a nice person," explained Kaino.

"So they are still close now?" asked Taera.

Kaino nodded.

"It's a tough rival," said Taera looking desperate.

"Don't give up just yet. Who knows, Ardilo now has a crush on you," said Kaino.

Taera's cell was shaking. There is a call from Ardilo.

"Kai... Kai... Ardilo called me," Taera said excitedly.

"Fine, lift it," said Kaino.

"Okay. Wait a minute," Taera said, then walked away.

"Tae... when did you notice me," Kaino said as Taera walked away from him.

***

Taera was excited to pick up the phone from Ardilo. She then remembered the girls were chatting with Ardilo, who was calling someone. Taera wants to hear Ardilo's voice on the phone.

"Hello, bro."

"Hi, Tae. Do you have class?"

The voice is so cool, Taera thought.

"If there's a class, I can't possibly pick up the phone from you."

You can hear Ardilo laughing there.

He laughs again. I like it, even more, Taera thought.

"Yes, you are right."

"What's wrong?"

"Is there an event later this afternoon?"

"Nope. Why?"

"Let's hang out. There's a book I want to buy."

"To the bookstore yesterday?"

"Yes. Do you want to go there?"

"Yes. Incidentally, the comic that I like has a new series."

"Okay. I'll wait in the parking lot later."

"Yes, bro."

"See you."

Ardilo hung up the phone. Taera wants to scream as loud as you can. She is so happy.

***

Taera hurriedly tidied up her bag and went out to the parking lot. Stefa wondered what made Taera so excited. She then saw Ardilo sitting in one of the chairs near the parking lot. Not far from where Ardilo sat, many girls saw Ardilo. Taera then thought that if she met Ardilo straight away, she would have been cursed by the girls.

[Chat]

Taera: Bro, are we leaving, using our respective cars?

Ardilo: My car is still in the workshop. I can be with you, Tae?

Taera: Yes. Wait near the parking exit. I immediately got into my car

Ardilo: Okay :)

Taera took her car and met Ardilo was waiting in front of the parking exit.

"Sorry," said Taera as Ardilo got into her car.

Ardilo smiled, "It's okay, Tae."

"You don't have any events or activities, right?" Ardilo asked.

"Nope. Are we going long?" Taera asked back.

"Not really. Let's go," Ardilo replied, then smiled.

***

Arriving at the bookstore, Ardilo immediately saw the latest books that had just been published. He then got busy with the books he saw. Meanwhile, Taera wants to go to the comic area. But she didn't feel comfortable leaving Ardilo alone. After a while, Ardilo saw Taera looked bored.

"Tae..."

"Yes?"

"If you want to buy a comic, just go there. I'll follow you later," said Ardilo.

Taera smiled and nodded. She then goes to the comics area and looks for the comics she usually buys.

"Oh... you like this comic?" asked Ardilo suddenly, who was now standing behind Taera.

Taera immediately turned her head, "Ah... yes."

"You still have something to buy? I'm done here. If it's still there, I'll wait," Ardilo asked.

"It's okay," said Taera.

"Here, just pay together," Ardilo asked for the comic that Taera would buy.

They then walked to the cashier.

"This is the money," said Taera.

"No, I'll just pay," said Ardilo.

"Uh... don't be, bro," said Taera.

"It's okay," said Ardilo.

Taera then just kept quiet. She didn't know why Ardilo bought his favorite comic.

"You haven't eaten, have you?" Ardilo asked as they walked out of the bookstore.

"Not yet," replied Taera.

"Let's eat first," said Ardilo, and Taera nodded.

***

They then sat on the balcony of the restaurant where they had their first meal. After ordering food, they are still waiting for their order to arrive. Taera is busy with her handphone while Ardilo is watching her.

"Tae..." called Ardilo.

"Yes, bro?" Taera is still looking at her cellphone.

"Do you have a lover?" Ardilo asked suddenly, shocking Taera.

"Ha?" Taera then looked at Ardilo and looked confused.

Ardilo chuckled, "I asked you, do you have a boyfriend yet?"

"Oh... sorry. Nope.

Why did he suddenly ask like that? Taera thought.

Ardilo smiled, "You..."

Taera is excited. Could it be that Ardilo wanted to confess to me? she thought.

"Yes... bro?"

"You...