
Herlin was silent for a while, but not with Rere trying to find a way out. Until he had a brilliant idea.
"Herlin, look at me. Have you got a solution? I put off going to sleep just because of you now. And tomorrow morning, I have an important meeting."
"No, Tan. I don't know what to do" Herlin said slowly.
"Yes, it's okay. I can give you two solutions. Of course you have to do it, but it's all your own choice. First, I can give you my boss's phone number. He's been pretty good, as long as I know. Then try to ask her for help, but I suggest that you give her a reciprocal. You know what I mean, right?"
"No, Tan. What's what?" Herlin was completely confused.
"Geez, Herlin. You even work in a dirty place, but you have absolutely no idea of my way of thinking right now. Meet my boss, and sleep with him. That's the most effective way you can make money, Herlin," Rere pinta pined with a crazy idea.
Herlin was surprised. "Is Aunt Rere out of her mind?! You want me to sell myself, don't you?"
"If it's not like that, then you won't be able to earn any money, Herlin. After all, don't be too pretentious, let alone know that you're not a good woman. After all, I'm sure once if you don't have chastity, right? Although to me it's normal, but Herlin, think about your sister's safety." Rere kept insisting.
"Tante, even so, but I wouldn't possibly sell myself, would I? Although I work in a dirty place, it does not mean that my body is dirty," said Herlin to make him rise from his seat full of frustration.
"Don't be stubborn, Herlin! You don't need to be like this because I know how women like you are. Now all the decisions are in your hands, and I don't want to help you anymore if you can't help yourself. But that's the first choice, but the second is your relationship with Aland. If you're rich enough to be able to ask for money every time. Then your life will be assured. But you better make those two choices because if you don't, until whenever you won't be able to save your own sister's life, and buy a house for yourself. To be honest, I wouldn't be able to give you my place of residence for free every time."
Rere pressed hard, then he stepped away without any pity. He felt his duty was right, but everything went back to Herlin.
Makes Herlin feel helpless when he remembers two crazy choices from his own tant.
"How could I possibly do this? Although Aunt Rere was right that I should not have to trouble her life constantly" Herlin said.
Making Herlin unable to fall asleep, he still sat in the most burdensome confusion. Moreover, drowsiness disappeared instantly as long as the problem filled his mind.
"How's this? What should I choose?" Herlin asked as she covered her face with both hands to hold back her cries. But suddenly he was surprised, until he got a call from the hospital.
He quickly answered while wiping his tears. "Yes, hello."
"What is this about Miss Herlin?" ask a Sister.
"Yes, with me alone, Sus. Did something happen to my sister, Sus?" Herlin looked very anxious.
"Look, Miss. We have to inform you that the situation of a patient named Leony has become increasingly critical. We suggest that Ms. Herlin make a decision immediately so that tomorrow morning the operation can be carried out immediately. It's for her own good."
"Good, Sus. Do whatever it is for my sister, please save her."
"Sure, Sus. I'll come there tomorrow."
"Okay, Miss Herlin. We're waiting for the good news."
"Thank you, Sus."
"Together."
Putting his phone back without any spirit, Herlin found it too difficult to live his life, but he knew that giving up would not make his sister's life come back if he had done wrong. In order to risk his brother's safety, Herlin immediately rushed to Rere's room.
The most difficult decision he made, but no other choice. Making Herlin knock on the door of the room with great confidence.
"Before, Herlin," said Rere, taking his clothes off as he slept alone without a thread. "How, Herlin? Have you decided everything? If not, don't disturb my sleep."
"Yes, I've made up my mind, Auntie."
Instantly making Rere smile sweetly, he immediately brought Herlin to enter his room. "Tell me, Herlin? Why do you suddenly agree with this choice? Has something happened?"
"The hospital side called me, and said that Leony should be operated on as soon as tomorrow. That's why, I have no other choice" said Herlin slowly and uninspiredly.
Makes Rere understand the sadness that his nephew is going through. Even so, he tried to wipe Herlin's hair while saying. "Calm down. Everything's gonna be fine. Your choice is right."
"But, Aunt. I don't actually want to do this. It feels like my heart is not sincere let alone I have sacrificed my dream to become a successful lawyer because of the helplessness of my life. But I know my sister's life is worth more. At least I'll fight for his life first" inner Herlin.
"Hey, why shut up? Are you mad at me? But know one thing, Herlin. You're so beautiful, your face and body this can bring you big money. Then wait especially? Pursue money, Herlin. Being at the bottom is very unpleasant, and will always be humbled by many people" said Rere, who was trying to instigate his nephew's thoughts.
"I'm not angry, Auntie. It's just .. I'm so scared," said Herlin slowly as she shed her tears with a low look.
Make Rere lift Herlin's chin while wiping away the tears. "Trust me, Herlin. This is your world, you have entered it long ago, but in order to achieve success, then fight a little more. There's a lot of rich widows you can marry, but don't fall in love with them."
"What's the matter, Auntie? You haven't married until now either." Herlin was confused, he looked innocent.
"Because my love was buried with rejection that made me suffer too much, Herlin. But better, you don't need to know my past with Aland and Benny, nor with Arabella leaving them" Rere said.
"You don't need to know that, Herlin. But in line with your own life, you will understand if marriage is not as easy as you think. Moreover, I've seen many marriages that create devastation for a woman. Now we better focus on your problems, huh?"
"Good, Aunt. But, can I have one condition from you before I make my own choice?"