My Interpretation*

Charles, this will be my last year here.

Yeah. I know. But it doesn’t matter.

Do you think we can survive this?

Survive what?

Next year I won’t be here. You will be busy preparing for college. It will be hard to talk everyday like we used to. There will be new juniors—perhaps someone you’ll like better than me. Someone easier to meet. Someone cuter. Someone safe. Maybe you’ll realize I am not the person you want.

Your mind is so bizzare. Hahaha. Can’t we just enjoy today—the present?

I mean, my parents see each other every day and they still fall apart. Do you really think we can survive all the hurdles?

You are you. I am me. We’re not your parents. Not mine either. 

But in theory, no, in fact.. how many people you know marry the girlfriend they met in school?

Ciara… Can’t we at least try?

But you know me.. I always decide to run away! I can suddenly ask for a break up just to see how you would react! I can’t express myself well;  I tend to hide my real thoughts.. I am bad with relationship!

And you know me. I am not very good either. But we need to at least try. If you pushed me away, I will at least linger around you. If we’re meant to be together, we’ll be together. So, let’s just enjoy what we have now, ok?

*a song by Mika that inspired this piece.

Moon Walk

 

I was waiting to be picked up by my driver in front of the classroom when you said hi. “Still here?” you asked.

I nodded. “My driver should have arrived 2-3 hours ago. I wonder if something happened”.

You grinned. I wasn’t sure—but it felt like I was being looked down upon.

I pretended not to notice your tease.

“Want to walk home together?” You said.

“Walk?” I answered—puzzled.

“Yeah. You don’t live too far from here, right? I’ll walk you home.”

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So we walked for 45 minutes.

No conversation.

Only scorching sunlight and the pungent smell of vehicle fumes.

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I was drenched with sweat by the time we reached the front gate of my house.

I turned to you, “Thanks for walking me home.”

“Ring your doorbell. I’ll wait until you’re inside.”

Falling In Love (Pt.3)

 

After that unique interaction in the main hall, we didn't get a chance to talk anymore.

My days went by normally and I only saw you in passing in the school corridor.

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Then, on my birthday, Ryan tapped my shoulder.

"Charles asked me to give you this," he said, pulling out a box with a red ribbon.

It's a birthday present. No note or anything, just a winter Teddy bear.

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During recess, I went to your class. A winter Teddy bear in my arms. 

I saw you walking out of the classroom. "Thanks for the birthday present," I said.

"You're welcome," you replied.

"But why are you giving me a present?" I asked. We're not even that close-- I said to myself.

"Didn't you ask for it?" you answered with a half laugh.

My face turned red. I ran back to my class.

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I remembered a few days earlier you smiled at me in the corridor.

When we passed each other, I said to you, "It's my birthday soon. Don't forget to give me a present."

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I felt so stupid.

I thought there was a special meaning behind the winter Teddy bear.

But there was only me humiliating myself.

Falling In Love (Pt.2)

 

I saw you again in the main hall when the principal made an announcement about our school latest achievement.

We stood in the same line, separated by two other people.

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You were talking to your friend.

My eyes were glued to you.

Then you saw me and flashed me a smile.

"Hey! Stationery girl!" you whispered.

I smiled back. Faintly. Awkwardly.

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I had realized this since we first met, your smile always looks bright and, at the same time, mischievous.

I wondered what kind of person you are.

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"I'm Charles," you said--suddenly already standing beside me. "I'm friends with Ryan, he's in your class right?"

I was a little dumbfounded that I couldn't answer anything. Then, the announcement from the principal was over. We were asked to return to our respective classes.

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You pouted. Still didn't get my name.

Blind Date

 

Her

How would you describe yourself?

Hm, I'm not sure. I think I'm a person who can do many things well, but not particularly an expert in anything.

What do you look for in a partner?

I want someone dependable. Someone independent, who knows exactly what he wants.

Describe your ideal relationship.

One without drama. No insecurities. No secret. Just a boring, stable, and sturdy relationship.

Thank you. We will contact you if we find a suitable match.

Him

How would you describe yourself?

I'm a go getter. I'm not scared to speak my mind and work hard to achieve my goal.

What do you look for in a partner?

A good company will be nice. At the end of the day, all I want is someone to share my day with. 

Describe your ideal relationship.

Full of laughter, humor, and good vibes.

Thank you. We will contact you if we find a suitable match.

Obsesimu

 

Kamu tidak mungkin melupakanku. Aku gadis pertamamu.

Yang pertama kau genggam tangannya. Yang pertama kau rangkul pundaknya.

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Aku ciuman pertamamu.

Yang pertama mendebarkan jantungmu. Yang pertama mendengarkan rahasiamu.

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Jangan hindari aku. Aku tau kamu masih memimpikan aku. Aku tau terkadang kamu merindukanku.

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Ayo datang berlari ke arahku. Akan aku tunjukan padamu,

Segenggam cinta yang kamu harap telah kamu miliki dari dulu.

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Jangan berharap kamu bisa menggantikanku.

Tidak ada gadis lain yang bisa mengungguli aku.

Saat inipun, dalam hatimu, kamu tau, aku dewimu.