45 Minutes at KA Cepat Jakarta - Bandung
The Potato Chips Seller

At the Jakarta high-speed train station, a group of passengers waited patiently. The afternoon sun crept slowly on the western horizon, providing warm light throughout the station area. Rama sits in a comfortable corner chair, immersed in his reading of the technology of the future. Ahmad, a young writer with messy hair, sits next to him with a laptop on his lap, his eyes glued to a computer screen, trying to find inspiration for his stalled writing.

Meanwhile, in the chair next to Ahmad, Maya sat with great concentration, her face covered by a black leather-covering sketchbook. With a pen in his hand, he created small paintings depicting the atmosphere of the train station in astonishing detail. He is a true artist who is always looking for inspiration in everything.

Across from them, Siti, a young doctor with long black hair, sat down leisurely. Although he was in the crowd, he looked peaceful, listening to soft music through his headphones with his eyes closed. His face was beaming, and occasionally he moved his head to the rhythm of a song that only he heard.

Ahmad finally sighed in frustration, closed his laptop, and looked around. She sees Maya with a sketchbook, and her curiosity is unstoppable. "Hey, Maya," he said in a soft voice.

Maya lifts her head from her sketchbook, her eyes full of enthusiasm soon meeting Ahmad's question mark. "Yes, Ahmad? Can I help you?"

Ahmad scratched his head nervously. "I'm really stuck in my writing routine, and I need something that can inspire me. Can you show me some of your sketches? Maybe that would help."

Maya smiles kindly, happily showing her sketchbook to Ahmad. "Of course, Ahmad. Look at this, I just finished sketching this station, and now I'm going to sketch the fast train that we're going on. Who knows, maybe it'll bring you a fresh idea."

Ahmad looked at the beautiful station sketches with amazing details. She feels inspired by Maya's meticulousness and creativity. "Thank you, Maya. Your sketches are absolutely incredible. I feel more excited now."

Meanwhile, Rama, who was busy reading his book, saw the interaction between Ahmad and Maya with a small smile. The warm atmosphere of the station and the blushing sunlight made him feel calm. He decided to join in their conversation.

"I'm sorry, if I interfere" said Rama, "but what are you talking about? I'm also looking for something that could change my boring routine."

Maya, Ahmad, and Siti all turned towards Rama, and the atmosphere grew lively with their conversation entering an unexpected plot. The early part of this journey on the Jakarta-Bandung fast train was filled with discussions about inspiration, creativity, and the desire to seek change in their lives. They do not yet know that an amazing adventure is about to begin, taking them on an unforgettable journey.

As the sun is falling in the western horizon, the atmosphere of Jakarta's high-speed train station is getting crowded. Passengers who were about to board the fast train began to move towards the platform. Rama, Maya, Ahmad, and Siti are still engaged in their conversation about what they are looking for in life, when suddenly, chatty voices fill the station.

A man walked to the center of the station in a striking uniform, wearing a bright yellow hat that made him look very striking. On his shoulders, he carried a large basket full of pockets of potato chips that gave off a seductive aroma.

"Crispy potato chips, ready for your trip to Bandung!" he shouted in a loud voice, trying to attract the attention of passengers who were walking past the ticket counter. "Try our potato chips, and maybe you'll find true love among these chips!" he continued while laughing cheerfully.

The potato chips seller nimbly walked up to the group of Rama, Maya, Ahmad, and Siti. His face was full of vigor, and his gaze was sharp like that of an experienced salesman. He offered a bag of potato chips with trembling hands.

"Wearing this shiny bright yellow hat is the trick to grab the attention of all of you" she said as she flicked the tip of her hat. "And I'm sure our potato chips will bring happiness on your journey!"

Maya smiles kindly, impressed by the seller's spirit. "Well, I think we'll try" Maya said as she grabbed a bag of chips. He opened it and inhaled the tempting smell of potatoes. "What makes these chips special?"

The chip salesman, who was now sitting in an empty chair near them, began to explain excitedly. "These chips are made with our family's secret recipe. We pick the best potatoes from our garden in Bandung, and then we cultivate them with love and care. The result is crunchy potato chips that you won't find anywhere else!"

Ahmad, who had been depressed by his work, was comforted by the spirit of the chip seller. "You're really excited about potato chips, huh?" ahmad asked with a smile.

Siti, who had been listening to music with her eyes closed, decided to join in. "Well, I'll try too." He grabbed a bag of chips and bit him. His facial expression turned into awe as he felt the crispness of those chips.

Maya laughs at Siti. "It seems that we are all captivated by the charm of these potato chips."

Rama, who was initially silent, finally smiled. "I think we should try it. This was part of our adventure to Bandung."

Excitedly, they all bought a few bags of potato chips from this friendly seller. As the fast train began to slide forward, they enjoyed delicious potato chips while talking about their plans in Bandung. This part of their journey brings unexpected joking and warmth, forming a strong bond between them. With a smile on their faces, they know that their adventure on the Jakarta-Bandung fast train has just begun.

As the crowds and laughter of passengers around them echoes, the atmosphere of Jakarta's fast train station is getting lively. Small groups of Rama, Maya, Ahmad, and Siti could not help but be infected by that positive spirit. Ahmad, who was previously immersed in his work, lifted his head from his laptop and smiled faintly.

"Seems like we stumbled upon a little bit of unexpected entertainment, huh?" Ahmad said to Maya, who was still eating potato chips while laughing.

Maya swallowed her chips and laughed loudly. "I guess so! This is turning out to be quite the memorable train ride, isn't it?"

Rama, who was previously engrossed in his reading, decided to partake in this cheerful atmosphere. He closed the book and smiled at them. "You know, sometimes it's the unexpected moments that make a journey truly special."

Siti, who was still enjoying her music, finally took off her headphones and joined in their conversation. "I couldn't agree more. It's moments like these that remind us to appreciate the simple joy in life."

Not only was their small group entertained by the chatty appearance of the potato chip vendor, but the other passengers around them also laughed and talked to each other. The atmosphere grew increasingly boisterous, and the passengers who originally came with serious faces began to look more relaxed and happy.

Next to them, a mother with her carefree little child was playing around with a red balloon. The balloon twitched in the air, and the little boy laughed cheerfully as he tried to catch it. His mother smiled happily, and some of the other passengers were smiling to see their happiness.

Not far from them, an old grandfather was sitting in a wheelchair with a young man who was allegedly his grandson. They were joking with each other, and the young man turned his grandfather's wheelchair wheel, making the grandfather laugh cheerfully.

This situation makes the group of Rama, Maya, Ahmad, and Siti happier. They feel like part of a larger community, which at the moment, is connected by happiness and laughter.

While the Jakarta-Bandung high-speed train travels further up towards the mountains, the light of the sunset creates a mesmerizing view outside the window. The mountains were towering with peaks covered in white clouds. Huge forests and green fields lay beneath it. Fresh air enters through the open windows and fills the train with the natural scent of mountains.

The creative Maya immediately got the idea. He started drawing the scenery outside the window in his sketchbook. With each pencil stroke, he tried to capture the natural beauty they passed by.

Rama looks at Maya's sketch and smiles. "You're incredibly talented, Maya. You've captured the essence of these mountains perfectly."

Maya is honored by Rama's praise. "Thank you, Rama. Nature has always been my biggest inspiration."

Meanwhile, Ahmad, who is usually closed in his work, enjoyed this moment. He felt that this journey had brought him into a more vivid and colorful world. In this serenity and happiness, they continue to enjoy their unforgettable journey on the Jakarta-Bandung fast train.