ALDERANDA

More Romantic Tonight

Dera and Nanda have been in their new relationship for almost a month. In fact, it seems that slowly Nanda is starting to make Dera forget about Al. Dera no longer wants to care what Al will do, how his wedding preparations with Natasya will continue, or whatever it is. It is possible that later Nanda will completely replace Al in Dera's life.
While with Nanda with a new status, Dera felt many different things. Not a second passed by Dera without attention from her CEO. As a secretary who doubles as a lover, Dera must position herself according to the circumstances. However, a Nanda is still a Nanda. He couldn't contain his feelings. Whether in the office or outside the office, Dera is still treated as his priority lover.
Together with Nanda, you could say that Dera never lacked affection and love at all. She even got things she couldn't get from her relationship with Al. The Nanda family, who valued her, were very much different from the Darmajaya family. The sense of calm and security that she once longed for when she was with Al in the past, she has now gotten from Nanda.
Nanda meets Dera in his office.
"Hi darling."
"Nan.. do you need something?"
"Yeah, I just need to talk to you."
"Talk? About what?"
"About anything, honey. About us, about love, about our relationship, whatever it is."
"Gosh. I thought you had something important to say about work, Nan."
"I know we're at the office, but never mind. Once in a while don't think about work too seriously."
"Hm, whatever you say, Nan. It's still working hours and I can never argue with what the boss says. Is that right?"
"Hahaha.. Ra, you. I'm getting more and more excited about you, you know. Ehh, it's almost night, honey. No need to work overtime, okay, whatever isn't finished, just continue tomorrow. After this, we can go home."
"Okay Nanda."
"Erm, before I take you home, do you want to go out with me first? It's been a long time since we made a romantic date, right?"
"Nan... I'm sorry.”
"Honey, my goodness, why didn't you tell me earlier? So you're sick?"
Nanda got closer to Dera, he touched Dera's face gently with a worried expression.
"I'm just a little dizzy, Nan."
"Yes honey. Gosh, you also have a bit of a fever. You must be too tired, Ra. Okay, let's just go home now, okay? So you can rest. Ah, or go to the doctor first, OK, Ra?"
"No need. You just take me home right away, Nan, I just need to rest for a while."
"Okay, let's go home. You, next time tell me straight away. Don't do this, okay!"
Nanda drove Dera home according to Dera's wish. When they arrived at Dera's house, the house looked deserted.
"I'll take you to the palace."
"Thanks Nanda."
"Honey, how come it's so quiet. Your mom and dad aren't home?"
"Yes, Nanda. Coincidentally, my father and mother are staying at my cousin's place. There is an event there. They say they can only return tomorrow afternoon or evening."
"So you're alone here? Then let me accompany you. You can't be alone, let alone being sick like this. Come on, I'll take you to your room first."
Nanda slowly accompanied Dera to her room.
"You get some rest, uhm why don't you lie down first."
"Nanda, I can do it myself. It's okay."
"Hussstt! It's okay honey."
Nanda is like that. He would be very worried and even exaggerated if he knew that Dera was feeling the slightest pain.
"Nanda.."
"Yes honey, do you need anything?"
"No, not Nan. I just.. Um, you can just go home. I'm really okay."
"No way, Ra. I'm not going. Tonight let me stay here okay. I want to take care of you."
"But Nan--"
"Hey, please. Don't argue with me now. You know, I won't be able to calm down if I go and leave you alone. So, just leave me here. Please, honey !"
Dera could no longer block Nanda's wish. Again anyway it would be better if someone accompanies her now.
Nanda takes good care of Dera. He called a doctor for Dera because, however, Nanda was still worried about Dera's condition. After that, Nanda fed Dera with food he ordered from outside.
"Erm.. I'm full, Nan."
"You've just eaten a little, honey. One more time please."
"No Nan. I have. Ehh you also have to eat, Nan."
"All right. Yes, I'll eat too later."
Nanda cleaned up Dera's leftovers and took time to have dinner too.
"Honey.. You just rest okay. Just sleep, Ra. It's late, honey."
Suddenly it rained quite heavily. The air tonight is so cold. Not only the gurgling sound, occasional thunder also thundered.
"Honey, how come you haven't slept yet?"
"Erm.. I'm not sleepy yet Nan. Eh, if you're sleepy, where can you sleep? Is it in my father's room, okay, while it's empty."
"Don't worry about it, Ra. I can be anywhere. Again Besides, I just want to be here to take care of you, uhm if I want to sleep--then I can sit on the sofa too."
"Sorry Nan, I'm making you bother and uncomfortable like this."
"What the heck? It's no problem for me anyway."
After the lightning struck again, the electricity in Dera's house went out. Everything was dark, and Dera was a bit scared. Nanda grabbed Dera's body and hugged her.
"Dera.. I'm here, honey. Are you okay?"
"Yes, Nan. Well, actually, when it's raining heavily like this, the electricity suddenly goes out. I have to find a candle first."
"Eh uh, let me do it. You just wait here. Erm, where did you put the candle?"
"Usually it's in the little drawer by the front couch."
"Okay, let me look first okay."
Nanda turned on his cell phone. Once he found the candle, he went to the kitchen looking for a lighter. Then, Nanda lit the candle and took it to Dera's room.
"Darling, I already got the candle. Erm, I'll put it here okay."
After placing the candle, Nanda approached Dera again.
"Don't be afraid, I'm right here." said Nanda while stroking Dera's head affectionately.
"The rain is getting heavier, Nan."
"Yeah. It's okay.. Everything will be fine."
Lightning struck again. Dera who was surprised immediately hugged Nanda who was nearby. Nanda just smiled happily.
"Sorry Nanda..."
"Eh ehh honey, don't let go already. Just like this, it's okay. I like it anyway." Nanda prevented Dera from releasing her embrace and instead hugged Dera tighter.
"Nan--"
"You know honey, this is even more romantic than our last date, right? Tonight, there's only candlelight, and just the two of us here. I feel so comfortable like this with you, honey."
"Nanda, you are..."
"Ra.. can I say something?"
"What?"
"I don't think it's going to take much longer. We've known each other for quite a while. Even though our relationship has only been going on for about a month, I don't think it's a problem if we get serious about this soon, right?"
"You mean Nanda?"
"Mrs Nanda Armandito, you must immediately become my fiancé."