I'M THE KING
Tomb and Grief
That afternoon the weather was a little cloudy, they were going to the tomb. Devan was wearing sunglasses and a hat to avoid his identity being known, seeing now he is a fugitive despite only being called his physical traits.
"Where do you think, Rita? Am I cool?" devan asked Reka who was nervous at the time.
"Apaan anyway, we leave quickly," said Reka, hands sweaty Reka tidying her hair that was lulled.
"Yes, but it was difficult to wake up" said Devan Lirih.
"What?" timpal Design.
"No, it's okay hehe" Devan said.
They also went to the funeral. On the way to the tomb, Devan saw the atmosphere in the slum that had been a lot of oppression to be peaceful. Many people were chatting in front of the house. The designer who saw Devan smiling took a deep breath.
"It's all because of you, Devan. These people can smile again, even if your actions are considered bad, but the end of your actions can make them smile" Reka smiled at Devan.
"Yes, murder is murder. I won't deny that, but I don't regret what I did for killing those people" Devan said.
"Well, maybe it's the best course of action that can be taken to fix this rotten world" said Reka flat as she walked briskly in front of Devan.
...***...
That afternoon we saw the tomb guards preparing to go home. It was the old man who walked up to the two of them. His old legs look no longer strong walking if not helped by the stick he holds.
"Your young people, hurry home. It was getting dark" said the old man, warning Devan and Reka.
The grandfather immediately left after giving a warning, not even had time to answer by Devan and Reka.
"When I was here yesterday, it felt like I hadn't been here for a long time" Devan told Reka. Devan's hands trembled remembering the incident again and his breathing became heavy.
Devan placed flowers in the tomb. The designers who saw it were getting confused. It seems that the design was wrong at that time.
"So this is my grave and next to it is my sister's tomb?" ask Devan.
Devan just nodded his head. Devan explained that the two tombs next to him are the graves of his mother and father.
"Is this you, Devan?" ask Reka.
"This is all I can give them" Devan replied, turning his face away. Devan's hands clasped tightly.
"Thank you again, Devan. Even at the last moment you still gave us a proper funeral" said Reka, who saw Devan turn his face away.
Reka went to the tomb of her sister who was next to her tomb. The cold air that afternoon made anyone who was there shiver. The crows began to return to their nests, making the quiet atmosphere gripping by his voice.
"Sister, forgive brother. My sister doesn't remember anything about that. Even the sister does not remember where and who the brother really is," said Reka who was next to her sister's grave. Reka's tears were seen dripping profusely on her cheeks and using only her sleeves to wipe away the tears that kept soaking her cheeks. The sadness from the girl's cry made anyone who saw her feel guilty.
Seeing and hearing Reka say that, Devan could only bite his lips to tear and bleed. Reka's sincere voice made what Devan felt even more painful.
...***...
"Your sister Aria Zasa is a very strong person. She even promised not to make her brother sad. What will she do when she sees her brother crying? For sure he will be disappointed and blame himself" said Devan.
Hearing that, Reka immediately wiped her tears and tried to toughen up. But how hard he tried to toughen up, it made him cry even more.
"I know, Devan. I know that," said Reka while wiping tears that never stopped.
...***...
The atmosphere inside the hotel room was quiet. Devan prepared dinner that time, only the sound of knives and splashes of oil were heard at that time. It looks like Devan is preparing dinner and putting it on the dining table which should be enough for 4 people.
At 20:00, the food is ready. Devan called Reka who was on the hotel balcony. Highlight the sad eyes and blank look Reka reminded herself of that time.
...***...
"Your homemade food is as good as ever, Devan," praised Reka without showing any expression at that time.
"This is not something to be proud of, I just follow the recipes that are on the internet" Devan said flatly.
The atmosphere on the dining table felt awkward and quiet. There was no chatter after that, only the sound of the wall clock and spoon was heard at that time. When we finished eating, there was no more conversation between the two.
...***...
"Devan, after this what will you do?" tanya Reka ended the quiet situation at that time.
"Because tomorrow morning already have to check out of this hotel, maybe we will move hotels or rent another apartment," Devan replied enthusiastically.
"Devan, I want to say something" said Reka lirih.
"Say," said Devan.
"Devan, I think we should split up from now on. I don't think you need to be responsible for me. Your job to help Reka has been accomplished, so there is no reason for you to take responsibility for my life anymore" Reka assured Devan.
The atmosphere became silent after Reka said that.
"No .." Devan replied firmly.
"Devan ..." Not finished yet The designer finished his sentence.
"No .." cried Devan. Devan's eyes reddened and slightly shed tears that time.
"Devan, you have no right to rule my life. I am free to decide what I choose next. Don't be selfish, Devan," cried Reka breaking the silent atmosphere of that time.
"No, Reka. You are selfish. I can finally see you again, but .. but why, Reka? Why are you doing this to me? What wrong? What am I supposed to do now for you to listen to me?" sahut Devan could not help but cry at that time.
"Do you know my biggest fear that haunts me right now? Do you know what, Devan? I'm afraid that I'm not the Design you know, not the Design you've been protecting. I'm afraid it'll disappoint you. Please understand, Devan. Until my memory returns, this farewell will be the best for us" Reka said, wiping Devan's tears.
"Devan, I promise to come back to you when my memory returns. Devan, promise not to be disappointed in me if I'm not the Reka you know. But even if you're disappointed in me, but please don't hate me Devan."