Not the Dumpster-in-law
Mood of Grief

"Huhffl..."

Miss Anna said in a voice that sounded hesitant. "I have to admit that I also have a part of responsibility in this wrong incident. I let myself be affected by alcohol and it was my fault too."

Miss Anna's face reflected doubt, but it was also a little bit grateful that this incident happened with Indra, someone who was already close to her, not to anyone else who might have been able to make the situation worse.

Miss Anna looked towards Indra with a thoughtful gaze, trying to express her changing thoughts in this situation.

With a little bit of his face that turned calmer, as if grateful for the moon of others he did not know.

"I am relieved that this happened to you, Indra, someone I know and trust. I don't know what would happen if this happened to someone else that might make the situation worse."

Although there was a sense of disappointment because he was actually interested in Abiyasa, his co-workers who had known each other for two years, and most importantly, Abiyasa was still alone, not married again after his wife died.

But unfortunately Abiyasa actually rejected it, and now Indra who is beside him. He spent the night with her, while Indra himself had a wife.

Miss Anna returned to thinking thoughtfully, looking in gestures and her slightly tense facial expression.

However, in his gaze there was still a sense of disappointment that flashed, because he was actually interested in Abiyasa, his co-worker, who turned him down.

Miss Anna again said softly, out of disappointment. "I had to face the fact that my expectations of Abiyasa were not met. But right now, my focus should be on this situation and find a way to proceed.'

His expression reflected a mixture of feelings between regret, relief, and disappointment. He realized that he also had to shoulder the responsibility part in this situation and reflect on his mistakes.

Despite her momentary disappointment and anger, Miss Anna felt grateful that despite this, Indra was someone she had known well, although there are still feelings of disappointment that arise because his expectations of Abiyasa are not met. But right now, the focus is on evaluating the situation and finding the best way out.

They looked calmer, with Miss Anna sitting in silence and a focused mind. There was no such conspicuous emotional expression just now, but it was visible in his eyes that he was thinking about his next move.

Grief, gratitude, and disappointment were evident in his expression and posture as he tried to digest everything that had happened and looked for a way to continue.

"Sorry, Miss Anna."

Indra, who had been silent, apologized again. He also never expected that last night had done something that he should not have done.

There was a long sigh of Miss Anna when she heard Indra's umpteenth apology. Now he could speak in a softer voice, expressing his complicated feelings in this situation.

"I'm sorry to you too, Indra. You are in a difficult situation like this. But I need to think about the next step carefully. I have to take responsibility for my actions and find a way to rectify this situation. Maybe there's a valuable lesson I can take from this mistake."

Miss Anna's voice sounded calmer and considerate as she thought about everything that had happened. He tried to find a way out and planned his next move wisely, although there was still a sense of disappointment and regret left.

He tries to understand his own roles and mistakes as well as reflect on his unfulfilled expectations. Although there are still concerns, Miss Anna is trying to find a way to make peace with herself wisely.

Seeing Indra who was still sitting next to her in a hanging state, Miss Anna asked her to leave her room immediately.

Hearing Miss Anna's words, Indra seemed to wake up from her daydream. He immediately stood up and tidied up his appearance. He also feels guilty for his wife over last night's incident, which will definitely cause trouble.

"Sorry, Miss Anna. I have to go."

Miss Anna just nodded. He knew that Indra was also in a difficult situation.

***

In the hospital.

Abiyasa was in the hospital waiting room, dressed in all-black clothes and holding a picture of her brother's memories with a new look. He was preparing to accompany an ambulance that would take his brother's body to the funeral. A mixed feeling of deep sadness and confusion surrounded him.

Around it, there are busy activities and a quiet atmosphere in the waiting room of the hospital. The nurses and doctors seriously carried out their duties, moving in a hurry.

Abiyasa strives to maintain calmness and overcome his deep sadness. He spoke with hospital officials to make sure any funeral preparations were done properly. Discuss details of funeral procedures and provide instructions about the burial site that has been prepared for her brother.

"Is everything ready?" ask Abiyasa make sure.

"Already, Sir. Just waiting for the time of the body's departure."

Abiyasa nodded. She tries to keep a calm look and not be affected by anything, even though she is actually busy maintaining her composure in the face of her deep sadness and staying focused on funeral preparations.

Around it, the atmosphere of the hospital is still the same as usual. Showing the busyness and seriousness of medical work carried out by health professionals. Abiyasa faces the reality of great loss for Aji's death.

"Sorry, Mas Abi."

Indra came by directly saying her apology. He looked tired, but remained as professional as ever.

"It's okay. Everything has been handled by the hospital," said Abiyasa understand Indra's condition which is certainly also tired of all the duties and responsibilities as his assistant.

Shortly after, the ambulance was ready to leave accompanied by Abiyasa's car and the others headed to the funeral that had been prepared.

Aji's funeral atmosphere was filled with deep sadness and silence. Abiyasa deliberately took her directly to the funeral arena, because they lived in apartments and their family's mansion had long been empty. Therefore, there is no chance to bring Aji's body home first.

When Abiyasa arrived at the funeral arena, his mood felt lonely and silent to the air. The sky was overcast and drizzling rain started to fall, adding to the melancholic atmosphere. Several relatives and friends of Aji and Abiyasa were present, waiting for their arrival. They gathered around a burrow that had been dug in the middle of the burial ground.

The scenery around the burial grounds also reflected the sad atmosphere. Fresh flowers are placed around burrows, adding a fragrant yet pitiful aroma to the air. Aji's coffin was carefully placed on a lifting device and slowed down into a burrow by several men on duty.

Sad and tearful faces were seen among the relatives and friends present. They strengthen each other, share fond memories with Aji, and express their sense of loss with Aji during his life.