OPEN YOUR MASK, PRINCESS!
Episode 10 LUCKY OR NOT?
There will come a day when the sun that yearns for the moon will meet in the heat of the day. The impossible miss will be delivered. And at that time I will believe that in this world there is still a miracle.
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“Pak Haris I said..” Weini was caught running while plucking a cup of toast that Haris prepared for breakfast. Again he misfortune and had to pursue angkot to school.
“You don't eat while running.” Shouted Haris which ended in vain, the girl who was now a teenager did not have time to hear it. He breathed so deeply. Although Weini grew up to be an independent, agile, smart and beautiful girl, she was inseparable from her flaws as well. It was very difficult to wake her up in the morning, Haris had to get used to the tense morning drama from Weini like this time.
The morning streets in Jakarta never escape the traffic jam. Weini chewed the bread in the angkot while thinking of reasons that could be used so as not to be punished by his homeroom teacher. What an inner torture for him to wake up in the morning and wear school uniform. After another year, he was free from the boring routine, each time he imagined Weini's eyes sparkling.
“Threeaa... Duaaaa... Satuuuuuuu..” the voice of the gate guard guards sadistically count down the last second before the gate is officially closed. Despite running as fast as Cita, Weini still could not save herself from being late.
“Pak, let me in sir. I had diarrhea this morning, but it was a bit dull. Today I have a repeat.” Weini's hands were clasped together in front of her chest, pleading for the mercy of the security guard in front of her. Even if the reason sounds ridiculous.
“Then you just go home instead of snatching in class.” The guard immediately put on the padlock and passed by without noticing Weini's pitying expression.
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The main hall of the Li residence was crowded with a group of men in black formal clothes. Li San was still sitting on such a grand throne. The mafia network is spread all over the world, various business fields that also control all of Hong Kong and now began to spread abroad. All that glory was obtained after Yue Hwa had left his life and Xiao Jun entered as his son. He strongly believed that Xiao Jun was the bearer of fortune, and deserved to be the successor of his clan.
“My son, I approve of your decision to strengthen the business network to Jakarta. Take care of yourself and family honor while in the country of people.”
Li San gave the mandate before Xiao Jun left the house. At first he hesitated to give permission because Xiao Jun asked for two years to open a business branch there. Xiao Jun was only seventeen years old and had to wander far away, there would be many risks he might face. But Xiao Jun's ability and creative ideas about business broke those doubts, he fully supported his son's plan as long as it made sense and benefited the company.
“Dad not to worry, with the help of Lau's bodyguards who often give advice, I definitely make dad proud.” Xiao Jun kowtowed respectfully as a form of farewell.
Before stepping out of the Li family gate, he saw two figures of middle-aged women waiting for him. Women full of charisma with a beautiful silk dress dress stand parallel next to the older woman in a simple Cheongsam suit. The two women present ushered in Xiao Jun's departure.
“Mother, I pamit.” Xiao Jun kowtows before his biological mother – Xin Er. Liang Jia also shed tears when she witnessed the separation of mother and child, her memories of Yue Hwa gushed back. Xin Er held onto Xiao Jun's shoulder then hugged him who was still in a prostration position. Xin Er's sobbing voice blurred, she was anxious about this parting. How will Xiao Jun's life be outside. But he has no power to
prevented him from leaving. By legal status, Xiao Jun is now officially the son of the Li family.
Xiao Jun had his mother awake, now his attention turned to Liang Jia. For the past ten years, Liang Jia was on good terms with him and Xin Er. Without his compassion, Xiao Jun might not be able to help his mother from slave status. Liang Jia pleaded with Li San to make Xin Er her personal maid. At least it's better than being a manual laborer in old age.
“Second mom, I said goodbye. Please help Mom to protect my biological mother.” Xiao Jun kowtowed before Liang Jia but was immediately pulled over by Liang Jia.
“Do not hesitate, Son. Get in touch with us often.” Liang Jia
“Jaga your health. Your stomach is sensitive, you should watch your food.” Typal Xin Er reminded Xiao Jun of his weakness.
The scene did not escape the attention of Li San. He watched from a distance with an unpredictable expression. When his bodyguards volunteered to expel Xin Er, he refused and let Xiao Jun say goodbye directly to the two women. Not wanting to get too mixed up in the affairs of feeling, Li San turned around and left the hall.
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Trans Jakarta stops are still crowded with prospective passengers with various destinations. Many are willing to rush waiting for the bus majors who have not seen his arrival. Weini sat staring at the end of her black shoes, she
spend half an hour full of futility to daydream here.
“PGC PGC which transits harmony, times deres..” onboard sound blares when the anticipated bus has entered into the stop.
Weini stared for a moment at the passengers who were jostling between the entrance and exit to test the patience of the officer who was unceasingly reminded to prioritize the passengers who came out. Itself
there is no purpose so what is to jostle with those who may indeed rush.
Arrggghhhhh. One minute late was told to go home. Weini grumbled in annoyance. It is impossible for him to come home at this hour, Haris must be disappointed because of his undisciplined attitude. All this time he never seapes this morning, although always departing with a race time but he escaped late.
“Hmm.. truant once this is okay well. God will forgive my sins.” Weini said to entertain herself.
A bus goes into the stop lane. Weini immediately stood up, he already knew where to travel now. Rushing he entered the queue and managed to sneak in despite having to stand in the bus.
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“What's wrong with you guys? Wrong eating what happened until acting is very stiff. Where's his expressionaaa??” Furious sir director lectured his main star is beautiful but less greget acting.
“Kayak so can escape casting anyway, wonder me!” The director threw the script in his grasp. His emotions were soaring, he could not wait to face the main artist.The shooting had already lasted three
the day but one episode has not yet wrapped. He threw a glance back, unexpectedly there was one figure who stole his attention. A young girl with a fair yellow complexion, her face is thin like a Korean artist, a pair of beautiful eyes, her posture was tall and slim.
“Kamuuu..” forefinger director pack leads to Weini who happens to be passing the shooting area.
Weini looked back, looking for the target that the tall thin-bodied man had designated in front of her. They were 10 meters away, too optimistic to think he was the designated one after all he did not know the man.
“Yaa kamuuu who wear white ash uniform. Don't look at it anymore. Here jerk!” the director's orders were a little too sharp. Unknowingly he vented his frustration at the innocent.
Weini stepped closer to the shooting location. He was still innocently aware of the activities there and wondered what the unknown man called him. “You call me sir?”
“Hmm... You truant?” said the director cynically.
Bullet tubs on target, Weini's heart pounded hearing the checkmate. He was confused between being honest or not, but before answering a word, the man opened his voice again.
“Udah Don't have to be answered it's just a fad. I'm looking for talent to continue shooting and you look good for the role. I'm casting how?”
“Eh...” Suddenly Weini dazed. The casting? the shooting? A talent? But he has no experience with this. Weini was at a loss to answer what, her mind drifting away imagining if she tried there was no harm while
waiting for school hours. Without realizing it his head nodded which resulted in the director being mistaken.
“Baguuus. Here I test bentar.” The director pulled Weini's hand towards his seat. He gave us a piece of manuscript paper and asked Weini to show it.
At first glance reading the first sentence in the script, Weini considers how much better the scene if it should be practiced. But make a retreat now it feels will hurt self-esteem because for Weini he can do it.
“Andre plis, don't stay. I love to die with you, whatever you ask for surely I give as long as you're on my side.” Weini plays a girl who begs for a guy's love with a little improvised twist. The script that referred him to crying spoiled, instead he practiced it with heart-wrenching emotional cries. The director and the main artist who watched were touched.
Plok…. “Bravo bravoooo... Beyond my expectations, Bombay's crying scene actually makes you very natural and elegant. I say yes!” mr. Director visited Weini who still half-believes with the compliments he heard. Just tried one scene he had already passed the casting and got the lead role? Is that his fate?
“What's your name? We have to read the text for a moment before the shoot. And I want your contract for fifty episodes of this soap opera. Per episode you will be paid eight million. Daaaan.. I want to cry you say YES!”.
Wow amazing! Fifty times eight million means four hundred million?Oh my... get rich quick I hiihihi. I guess Mr. Haris does not mind as long as my school is not disturbed, anyways I have to have proof to myself that I have the ability.
“Yes sir. YES!” exclaim Weini loud and keep jaim.
The director was satisfied while offering the contract book. “Call me Bams. You read first all new signatures, if there is nothing unclear do not hesitate Tanya.”
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QUESTIONS FOR READERS!!!
Guess where Weini will meet Xiao Jun first
kali's?
A. Toilet mall
B. Bus Stop
C. Everywhere my heart pleases hehehe