Alex was a little surprised until he froze in silence. He never thought he would get a birthday present from someone like this. Once again Ruby touched Alex as if she knew everything Alex was feeling.
“How do you know that today is my birthday?” asked Alex as he looked at Ruby with sparkling eyes.
“I went to Facebook and our school kids talked about your birthday. Looks like you're popular because everyone was so excited talking about your birthday. “ Said, Ruby.
“Can I open it?” suggested Alex while grinning and looking so enthusiastic to open the birthday present he held.
Ruby also nodded her head and excitedly Alex opened the first present he accepted. Alex paused and looked at the paintbrush and paint which was a present given by Ruby. His eyes sparkled and wet when he saw the paintbrush. Emotion and touch filled Alex's heart. He did not expect Ruby to give him
“ How? If you don't want to, I'll offer it to someone else. “ Said Natty.“No, I'll give you the schedule later after school. But you have to promise to meet Jane with me. “ Said, Drake.“Of course, you don't have to worry. Once you give me the schedule, I will arrange your date. “ Said Natty.Natty leaves with a satisfied smile leaving Drake, who is already crazy about the thought of going out with Jane for one day. Natty immediately rushed to meet Helena to tell her that she had succeeded in persuading Drake to provide Alex's daily schedule.Helena, who heard the excellent news from her friend, immediately danced cheerfully. Helena was really filled with joy as if she had forgotten everything around her. No matter what other people thought when she saw herself lose control in her joyful dance, Helena still danced with a big smile. Her energy was so overflowing that she hugged
“Why hasn't Alex come back yet? I need him so that my head doesn't break. “ Drake muttered.Knock! Knock!The sound of knocking on the door was heard and attracted the attention of the class. Drake saw Alex and Ruby standing in front of the entrance. It relieved Drake that he would be diminished of the headache that was tormenting him right now.Ruby saw a slight nervous when all eyes were on her. Maybe it was because she was a little afraid that she would get into trouble and be punished by the teacher for skipping class. But Alex looked very relaxed. He even tried to convince Ruby that she didn't have to worry too much because everything would be fine.“Please return to your seat.” Suggested the teacher.Ruby was a little shocked because everything happened as Alex did. There was no problem. Even the teachers said nothing and just let Alex sit back at his table. Ruby
He had to try so hard to be the ideal son, he never played when he was a kid like other kids. He can only focus on learning and improving himself to deserve the name Maxwell. Those little shoulders always carry heavy burdens with him. Eventually, he started to forget how to smile, failed how to cry, and forgot how to enjoy life. He also grew up as an ideal child on the outside but crushed on the inside.But since meeting Ruby little by little, he began to feel cured. There is something about Ruby, something that makes him interested and understands how to smile. Ruby is like the moonlight illuminating it in the dark. That cheerful and innocent girl somehow made Alex felt things he couldn't before. Only Ruby can catch his attention like that.With a happy heart, Alex entered his room. He then sat at his study table and took out the brush that Ruby had given him earlier. He looked at the brush with a fixed gaze. Old memories flashed through Alex's mind, remembrance
Sometimes it is effortless to say a word, but there are times when a word becomes very difficult to convey. When the heart feels confident, but still seems something is until it holds like we are stuck behind a door that cannot be opened.Sometimes the sunshine, the wind that blows, the waves on the shore of the dove that stand in the middle of the garden make me think. But what makes me think the most is you. Why are your eyes so beautiful that I can't stand staring at them? Why is your voice so melodious beyond love songs with lovely melodies that people ever listen to? How can you consistently drive me to look forward to your presence, even to force me to remember the sound of your footsteps?There are many questions that are stored in my mind and I cannot find the answer. I crave to ask you all of them, one by one, all of them. Until I can ask all these questions, I need you to stay by my side. If this is greed, then just this time I want to b
But no matter they look in any direction, they yet don’t see Alex. They highlighted all corners of the field while squinting their eyes, but they even couldn’t find Alex’s figure on the field. Helena also took a deep breath as if she was already disappointed because the hope she had built up in her mind had to be dashed. Meanwhile, Natty who saw that embraced Helena and patted her shoulder so that her friend felt better. “Straighten your shoulders, don’t get sluggish like that. We just practice and pretend we are making preparations. When Alex came to this place, he wouldn’t have thought we’d come to this club on purpose to chase him. Don’t be discouraged, you are the most beautiful girl in school. Whoever owns you will surely be the luckiest man, and I’m sure Alex will absolutely not miss the opportunity to be that lucky man. “ Said Natty. “I hope so ...” replied Helena Natty, who could not stand seeing her friend
Either it was just his instinct or he just knew that he would be in trouble if he entered his house now. Alex knows very well that he will never get into trouble at his school even if he becomes a troublemaker in his school. But unlike his house, his parents are very strict people when it comes to school. They are always cold, but they never stay silent if something happens at school. Even when his school marks were reduced by a point or two, they would punish him harshly. Alex also glanced at the clock on his cellphone screen which showed 6 in the afternoon. He also breathed a sigh of relief while stroking his chest which had been beating so fast. Alex realizes that he still has a few hours before his parents come home from work. Even though it's only a short time, and he will still have to face his father's anger, but Alex still feels relieved that he can think of a way to avoid his father's anger. He then grabbed the doorknob, pulled it, and went into his house. A
Alex was speechless and could only stand with his head bowed. he was so afraid of his dad that his lips could say nothing. He kept his head lowered and looked at the floor beneath his feet. Alex hoped that time will run quickly and this problem will go like the wind. But seeing him keep silent made his father angry. His father immediately took the cigarette ashtray made of ceramic was on the table and threw it until it hit Alex's head. Alex who was shocked fell and sat on the floor. he felt a sting on his forehead, then drop by drop of blood spilled to the floor and made Alex realize that it injured him. Alex also holds the wound on his head and tries to stop the blood from flowing by pressing it with his hand. Alex also raised his head and saw the face of his father who was angry, stood up from his chair, and walked over to him. Alex started shaking like a cornered mouse. “Do I have to be nice to your teacher just for you?! Didn't I tell you n
Alex shortened away with his backpack, but his mother held his hand. Alex turned back and looked at his mother's face, which was also miserable. Alex knows he has hurt his mom, his words may have gone too far. But it's hard for him to keep it all, the longer he keeps it hidden the more pain he feels. Alex could only look at his mother. “At least take your medicine first, don't let that incident happen again.” Said Gretta. It restrained Alex for a moment, and then he turned his head and saw his mother bring him medicine and water. Without saying a word, Alex took the pill from his mom and then drank it. Then they fell silent again. Alex wants to leave but his legs are hard to walk away from his mom, and Gretta who wants to hold back his son, but she can't say anything. “I'm going ...” said Alex with a heavy heart. “You can calm yourself down, but not too long.” Said Gretta.