Her.. A Choice For Me
DISABLED MAN

Mahen decided to return to the room around 19:30 p.m. He spent the whole afternoon in the hotel's second-floor coffee shop, working on something on his laptop that might come in handy someday. That afternoon, Rey said that Naya's infusion had been removed because she was better. One problem is finished again, thank God Mahen said in his heart.

He opened the door of the room slowly, hoping that Naya was asleep. Mahen so imagines a scene in the movie about a husband who is afraid of being caught by his wife after cheating. Haha. But not how long the silly daydream faded as a soft voice sounded.

" sir.. Forgive my attitude this afternoon, I didn't mean to offend you ". Naya said softly as her body lay on its side.

" You haven't slept? already eaten? still sore? " . Ask Mahen worried.

" It's. Thanks ". Naya turned her back slowly, still in pain, though she was wrapped in a blanket but Mahen could see her grimacing in pain. Mahen then approached and sat down by his bedside.

" Nay... Sorry ". Mahen placed his hand on Naya's forehead. It's up to Naya to reject him again. But this time Naya said, Mahen felt Naya's body temperature on his hands still felt a little hot.

" It's still feverish, I'll grab a towel to compress you for a second. Have you prayed? I'm helping you ". Either Mahen is excessive or Naya is too indifferent with her pain. He smiled even though he looked weak. Naya don't show that expression. I wanted to hug you, so that your pain would be lessened, so that you could share your burden with me. Mahen looked at the girl inside.

" Thank you, I ate earlier, just take the medicine. I also just prayed. We were wrong, in one room and not a mahram. I'll be home in the morning, let's just rest in the hostel. You should have come back ". Her ink was weak with a glare in her eyes.

" no. No, I have to take care of you because everything happened because of me. I can work from anywhere, don't worry about my job ". Mahen, be gentle a little, he might feel uncomfortable.

* It's up to you. Obviously, this is wrong in my opinion. If Abah I know, I don't know what he's gonna do to us sir ". Naya's eyes glared far away.

" I am prepared for all the risks, including if you have to marry you so that your family avoids slander ". Mahen knows, Naya is a filial child and takes care of adab. But because of him, they were in this kind of situation.

" You're too far off thinking, sir, for me getting married is not just a promise, I just want that sacred moment to happen once in my life. And even if you want to, not necessarily I'm willing. Good night Mr ". Naya pulled the blanket over her entire body. Ummi, forgive your son who cannot take care of himself properly, being in a room with a grown man, whether he is married or not. forgive your son.

" I'm sorry. All right, tomorrow I'll take you back to the boarding house. Please don't cry ".

Mahen was confused as to what to do at the moment, Naya looked very fragile. Then he took a deep breath and went to the bathroom to get changed and get ready for a break.

" Rey, what do you think, he wants to go home. L'm... ". Mahen sent Rey a message.

" Boss, if you love her, let her go. There is still a lot of time Boss, you are experienced, the time facing a petite girl is already restless ". Rey's reply started to get nosy.

" all right.. Mr. Rey is absolutely right ".

" With all his freeman. Haha ". Reply then, it's ridiculous that your play Rey.

04:00 in the morning.

" Uummiiii ". Naya's having a nightmare again.

" Nayaa..... ". Mahen stuttered awake, and headed straight for his bed. Gubrak, he almost fell on the table. Forgot that her legs had not been attached due to being too panicked.

When Mahen finished putting up his legs, Naya had sat down and was looking at Mahen. Ah s*al, she saw everything. " Are you ok? feel better? " . Mahen tried to take Naya's eyes off.

" Sorry, your sleep is disturbed. I sometimes dream about my mother if she has a fever. I know this habit from Ms. Rahma who used to take care of me at the boarding house, and I'm feeling better now, thanks ".

" Even if you feel better now, do not stop taking a medicine. You didn't take your medicine last night, how could I calmly take you home like this ". Mahen replied walking closer to Naya to take her medicine.

" Mister, sorry. You saved me with... I'm sorry, it's not polite ".

" My feet? I'll tell you, just to you. Drink your medicine first " . Mahen can't back down anymore, better be honest as it is. Naya saw it all.

FLASHBACK.

A year and a half ago. That night around 2 am, I picked up Mr. Jim at a famous Club in Jakarta. He was drunk with a woman who almost robbed him if Rey and I didn't come. Rey and her Sony assistant took Mr. Jim home in my car.

Me and the driver were carrying a black maybach, Mr. Jim, splitting the streets of Jakarta. About 2 kilometers away from the club suddenly the car I was riding broke a tire and rolled several times and caught fire. I don't know who saved me that night. Because when I realized, I was in a room with the condition of my left foot that had been amputated. The soles of my left foot crumpled to the dashboard because the car's position is reversed and ringsek throughout the body. Thankful for the miracle, right? I'm still alive.

Beside me incessantly Mamah sobbed crying over my condition. I who had just regained consciousness after 3 days of falling asleep due to the influence of drugs could only remain silent and hold the anger in my heart. Confusion that struck, the shadow of a future that turned gray could haunt me for weeks.

" I'm a gamang, desperate. You know what Naya feels like? Being a disabled man ". Look at Mahen on his left foot.

" No Tuan, No... You weren't... Not ". Naya sobbed slowly as if she felt the pain.. " Continue your story, if you can... If not, then stop. I don't judge you on any side that degrades your status as a man ". Naya's speech stammered.

In adjusting the therapy period, Mr. Jim explained everything, that after being investigated by his confidant, his car sabotaged his business rivals. The driver who was with me that night was beyond help, I cried. It feels like holding tightness in the chest all this time I can no longer bear it.

Rey, only Rey knows I'm in the worst of times. Even when Melissa, my fiancee decided to leave me at the same time. Saaaa-kkiittt.... So hurt.

Mr. Jim goes to the apartment every day, I know he must be very guilty. As a result of his negligence, I became his victim.. These are the words he repeatedly said to me. But his wisdom, after the events that happened to me, Mr. Jim stopped visiting the night world that has been very familiar with him since he was young.

He endlessly encouraged me to get up again and give me this... These feet... Which has restored my confidence. One year, the time it took me to start over, adjusted my current circumstances. Counted 6 months I have been wearing this and I consider it a part of my life.

" Naya, here I am. You're the only woman I've ever told you about the condition of my legs. Life is a choice, right? I chose to live and accept this situation by continuing to defend my chest even though the beginning was difficult. Accept the harsh reality that Melissa chose to marry another perfect man. And try not to blame anyone for what happened to me ". Mahen is resigned now, if Naya stay away from him.

" sir.. Can I see her? ".

" You sure? don't you feel disgusted? ". I saw Naya shake her head strongly. Mahen took a deep breath before removing his synthetic leg in front of Naya, while pounding waiting for her reaction to return.

" Hey you, Mr. Mahen's feet. The strong yes, you are special even if you are like this. Thank you for enduring the pain to save me the other day. Don't get sick anymore, you really mean whatever your condition is. Ok legs? " Naya seems to be giving motivation indirectly to Mahen, but in a funny way.

" Thanks a lot, very kind of you ". Mahen's hand involuntarily rubbed Naya's head slowly.

" Mister, yes, the spirit. I want to be your friend ". Naya's face turned cheerful when she said that.

" Call me, Brother ". Finally there is a reason for him not to call Mahen with the name Tuan.

" A-bang... Is that it? ". Ask her funny.

" He em. It's dawn, pray yuk.. Then you can go back to sleep before going home to the hostel ". Mahen said curtly withstanding disappointment.

" Ok ". Naya is excited.

After dawn for some reason, Mahen wanted to linger in prayer. Naya said a letter and then she continued with dhikr. And he memorized everything out of his head. Although his voice was slow and soft but was clearly heard by Mahen. Sholihah..

Her heart warms to imagine if only Naya were mine. Oh my God.. My heart leads me to speak to you now. Show me a good and sholihah woman, for me who is full of these shortcomings... Bring him closer to me, make it my destiny.. I promise that from now on I will return to be Your obedient servant not because of someone or something but because You have given me many favors that I have never been properly grateful for. Aamiins.

After breakfast, Mahen and Naya prepare to check out. Rey was waiting for them in the lobby. Up to 30 minutes later, we arrived at the Naya boarding house.

" Don't come down again. I can, there's Vita waiting for me in the guest room. Brother go, later the train is late ". Naya said weakly.

" okay.. Be fine here, don't forget to take your medicine. Tell me if there's anything weird in the future. A promise? ".

" yes. Careful streets. Thanks very much. Mr. Rey, thank you.. Ah yes I forgot, the veiled woman the other day, I seem to know, like my new best friend Mega. Is that him? ". Gawat Rey, Naya is so sensitive. Inner Mahen.

" Mega? I don't know her Miss. The woman who was with you that night, she was part of our team ". Jwab Rey flat.

" Hmm Okay ". Naya gets out of the car greeted by her best friend Vita.

***

" Geez, where the hell is the holiday. Ko's getting sick like this? It's also the blisters of his hands, why the hell are you? ". Cecar Vita at length.

" I'm tired. Later on, the story. Take me to Vit's room ".

" Non Naya, geez, this shoots like this, the ulcer relapses. What did you say, wayward ". Ms. Rahma lectured Naya without pause, my ears ooh ears. After 3 days of peace now back pengang by scolding Bu Rahma.

Naya is grateful, here all like her second family. Especially Ms. Rahma, none of them.

***

" Ehheeemmmm rapid progress Boss ". Rey started getting nosy when we got on the train.

" He saw me without legs it was Rey. I told him everything ".

" What, you sure Boss? He doesn't pity you, does he? uh Sorry my mouth ". Rey slapped her own mouth.

" Haha.. No, even the reaction was funny. Oh, never mind, I won't share it with you ". I replied Mahen with a smile.

" You know Rey, for these 3 days around her, she was completely different from all the women I've been close to. Even Melissa. I've decided to take care of her from now on, help me, hopefully someday she'll see me ".

" Boss.. He is getting married next month ".

" I know you have Rey's plan. Don't lie to me ".

" Sorry Boss.. This time I've been insyaf, won't ruin anyone's relationship anymore ". Answer Rey flat.

" ................ " Mahen chose to close his eyes, hoping that the matchmaking failed. Naya, it seems like my heart is left here.

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Rey's... You are very seductive..