ALDERANDA

Make a Perfect Beginning

Dera just woke up this morning. This time she was not too late to wake up again. Before taking a shower and getting ready for the office, Dera went to the terrace to just enjoy the cool morning air while doing a little gymnastics.
When Dera was spreading her arms while inhaling deeply, her eyes closed. As soon as she opened her eyes again, she was suddenly shocked to see someone suddenly in front of her.
“OH MY GOD! YOU….”
"Good morning Madam!"
"What are you doing here?"
"Pick you up, we usually go to the office together."
"Okay, but not this early right? Can't you see what time it is? Or is it your clock that's been crazy today. I haven't even showered yet, Nan."
"Ehehe.. It's okay, honey. I realize it's still too early. But I'm here on purpose right now. To be honest Ra, I couldn't sleep last night. You've made me unable to sleep, maybe I'm so happy, honey."
"Oh my gosh Nan, you are nothing."
"Ehm, but honey, who was that late, ehh you're serious right? I hope you don't change your mind today."
"Hahaha.. Nan, please . I can't possibly change my mind. I don't like playing with people's feelings either."
Nanda immediately hugged Dera tightly.
"Thank you honey. I promise I will not disappoint you."
"Y-yes Nan, I know. But... Um, let it go first, I haven't taken a shower yet, Nan."
"It's okay. I'm just comfortable hugging you even though you haven't taken a shower."
After they talked and hugged for nearly five minutes, Dera let go of Nanda's embrace.
"Okay Nan, come on in. I'll take a shower first. You just wait inside."
"Okay darling."
Nanda was warmly welcomed by Dera's parents. While Dera was getting ready, Dera's parents didn't let Nanda get bored.
They also had breakfast together. Coming to Dera's house so early, it was certain that Nanda had not had breakfast yet. Nanda accepted Dera's offer to have breakfast together even with a simple menu.
Nanda and Dera went to the office together. Today the look on Nanda's face was so happy. In fact, he who was usually cold with all the employees suddenly turned friendly. The employees hoped that it wouldn't just be for one day, that Nanda could continue like that.
Nanda just doesn't want anyone to ruin his happy day, this is the first day Nanda starts his new relationship with Dera.
"I'll go to the room first." Dera said.
"Yeah. Erm, we'll have lunch together then."
"Okay Nanda."

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In the afternoon they had lunch together. Nanda invited Dera to eat at a cafe near the office. Even though Dera had wanted to eat in the office cafeteria.
"Nanda.. Why is that? There's also a lot of good food in the office canteen. It's okay to have lunch there once in a while."
"Dera, I know. But I just want to eat outside. In the office canteen, there are lots of other employees there. I don't feel free, I want a more private place with you. Again Besides, you must also be uncomfortable if they see us together?"
"Uh, I mean just want to eat."
"Hmm, yes yes."
"Okay, yes, sorry. It's up to you, Mr. CEO."
"Come on, let's just order."
After they had eaten, Nanda and Dera would return to the office. However, Nanda had to stop at the cafe because he happened to meet his business client there. Not wanting to get involved in their conversation, Dera decided to go out first and wait in Nanda's car.
Not yet in Nanda's car, Dera was transfixed when she ran into a man.
"Dera.." said the man.
"Yes. Sorry, excuse me."
Before she managed to leave, the man held Dera's hand.
"Al please!"
"Ra, since the last time we met, we have never spoken again. I beg you, Dera, give us a little time to talk about everything."
"Talk? What else do you want to talk about Al? You want to ask anything about us, my answer is still the same."
"Dera please .. Let's talk for a while. I just want us to fix everything, honey."
"What Al?"
"You know, I can't love another woman. I--"
"You have to be able to. Do you want to deny the wedding preparations that the Darmajaya family has shown off?"
"In fact, I want you to believe in me. The marriage will not happen. I cannot marry Natasya."
"Already Al. When are we going to bring up things that obviously have to end? You have to be happy with Natasya, because I'm already happy with Nanda now. I've decided to give a chance to my relationship with Nanda."
"That's impossible. You still love me, your heart is still for me. You can't just forget everything about us. I know who you are, Ra."
"You don't know the me now, Al. Your old Dera is gone."
"I believe we can go back to how we used to be, honey."
"No Al, please let go. Let me go."
"Darling--"
"Mr. Al Putra Darmajaya, could you please let go of my lover!"
"You don't have to get involved first. This is my problem with Dera."
"I'm sorry, Sir. It's my girlfriend you're talking to. So I have the right to interfere here."
Because she didn't want the situation to escalate, Dera tried to stop Al's argument with Nanda.
"Nanda, that's it. Let's just go."
"He was the first to look for trouble, right, honey."
"Ra, I just want us to talk for a while. In a calm atmosphere. So you can think about the best decision for us."
"Eh Al, what do you mean? You want to say that Dera and I are now because she made the wrong decision? Can you not bother me with Dera anymore! Just take care of your own life, take care of your family, take care of your future wife."
"Come on Nan, let's just go back to the office. There won't be any end if you guys keep making noise here."
Finally Dera and Nanda decided to return to the office, leaving Al there.
“RA, WAIT...”

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" Nanda .”
"I just don't like it, Ra. He's ruined today. I should have listened to you earlier, let's just have lunch in the office canteen. So we don't need to meet that person, do we?"
"Yes, Nanda, that's enough. There's no need to talk about it anymore."
"Honey, if he still bothers you again, you have to let me know. Please."
"Okay Nanda."
Even though they have received Dera's approval for their new relationship, Nanda is still worried about Al. Nanda knew that Dera was still trying to completely forget Al. Nanda doesn't want Al to bother Dera again and destroy Nanda's hopes.

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In the evening, Nanda invited Dera to have a romantic dinner at a restaurant that he had specially ordered just for the two of them.
"Nanda.. How come this place is so quiet? It's just us."
"It's just for us, honey. I purposely reserved this place tonight just for the two of you."
"Gosh Nanda, why does it have to be like this? This--"
"My dear.. I just want to close today perfectly. Because this afternoon we were a little messed up because of--yes that's. That's why I don't want this evening to just go by. I want tonight to be a beautiful moment between you and me. Okay !"
Dera has no intention of going against Nanda's wishes anymore. Again Besides, she has to get used to Nanda from now on.
They had dinner in a relaxed and romantic atmosphere. Smiles appeared on the faces of both of them. Finished with the food, Nanda asked Dera to dance.
"Nanda.. Nope. I can't."
"Come on, honey. I'm not that good either. Let's just relax, slow down, follow the music, let's go!"
They've faced each other. Dera's hands were already on Nanda's shoulder. Meanwhile, Nanda's hand was already around Dera's waist and he began to direct their steps.
"Honey, I'm really happy tonight. I hope time goes by slowly, so that our time together doesn't feel short."
"Nan.."
" Please, don't ever change your mind. I love you, Ra."
"I love you too, Nanda."