Chapter 8

Dinner at Gathan's house looks wisdom. Adipura, Dad of Gathan sits at the very end of the dining table. On the left there is Ratih, his wife then in front of him there is Gathan, next to Gathan there is a Binar who eats. Only the clinking of spoons and forks sounded in the dining room of Gathan's luxury home.

"So what do you say, Then? What girl do you think you've conquered yet?" asked Ratih suddenly.

Gathan almost choked up after hearing Ratih's question just now. The man then turned to the side, glaring at his best friend who was a bucket. Binar just squeals and pretends to focus on his food.

"Gathan has a girlfriend?" asked Adipura, his voice sounding heavy and authoritative.

Gathan swallowed his saliva nervously.

"E-no, Dad," he replied later.

"But again like with girls, Honey," said Ratih smiling mockingly.

Adipura stares sharply at his only son. "I'am doesn't matter if you want to go out," he said, making Gathan breathe a sigh of relief. "As long as you do not forget your duty as a student, also your responsibility as a child. Proud parents."

Adipura is Gathan when it comes to education and the future of the man. From childhood Gathan was always educated to live independently, could do many things, he was used to taking any lessons. Riding, archery, swimming, music, participating in various competitions, even he has now learned about business science until trading problems.

Where as at this age, the 2nd grade of high school.

Gathan should still have fun enjoying his teenage years. The future is important, but isn't happiness much more important. Sometimes Gathan is tired of all the rules of his Papa, but he can what if Adipura has willed. Adipura is a firm and hard father. Whatever he wants must be fulfilled.

"Yes, Dad. Gathan understands." That's all Gathan always says if Adipura demands something.

The atmosphere suddenly became tense. Everyone focuses on their food, too awkward to start the chat again. They eat quietly.

After dinner, Binar said goodbye and did not stay overnight. Gathan went straight back to his room. The man lay on his bed, staring at the dreamy ceiling of his room. A few minutes later he got up and sat down, grabbing his phone on the bed.

Fiddling with her phone, searching for Rana's name in her contact list. After finding, he pressed the message picture.

Ping!

This is Rana's number, isn't it?