I was annoyed because of his sympathetic attitude. But still, I feel guilty for being rude to Ezekiel . I just really don't like him kissing me without my consent.

"Kim Aurora, Will you come with me later? It's Erik's birthday. We are all invited. Later in the evening, around six." Princes said to me while grabbing the books to carry.

When I went to college, I was busy with school.

"Where will that be held?" I ask .

"At the Makipot Resort."

I frowned because all the resorts are covered by the land of Montenegro. I hesitated to nod, especially since I wasn't sure if I would be allowed, especially after what happened to me before.

The Montenegro’s managed to imprison Domeng even though his wife begged. I remained silent and grateful for their help.

"I'm going to ask for permission Ces. Because you already know. Grandma is too strict with me now."

"Aurora, Erik is the daughter of the councilor! So we are safe there. Besides, I won't go if you don't go."

I sighed and took a deep breath. "Alright! I'll see you at the shed."

"Alright! I'll tell Maribel too."

At three o'clock in the afternoon, I went straight home. I caught up with grandfather who was getting water from the well.

It's six o'clock for our dinner. Grandpa and grandma were talking while eating. "Grandma, I'm leaving later. It's Erik's birthday."

"Erik? The son of Lando?"

"Yes grandma. At the Makipot resort. It's not dangerous there."

"Who are you with?" Grandfather asked.

"There are many of us. We will go home right after dinner."

"Berni, we should buy Aurora a cellphone. ."

I smiled at the teasing of the two. This is what we call priceless. Money can't buy our happiness. Happiness is found in the person who gives you joy and loves you even without expensive material things. Because love is the most powerful thing in this world.

The light was bright in the cottage Erik rented. There was a videoke and a drink that surprised me. There are an area without lights. The wind from the sea is blowing violently.

I hugged myself when the cold wind caressed my skin.

"It's good you're here." Erik said with a drink. "There's food there. Besides, I'm sorry if someone's drinking? Don't pay attention."

"Happy birthday! It's okay! We really meant the foods." Maribel who I reprimanded immediately.

"Alright! Just eat!"

I noticed that there are people who are not our classmates .

Princes elbowed me and pointed to a table occupied by men. "They look at you! You're their type."

I frowned and shook my head. "We'll just eat and go home. Grandma and grandpa will scold me if I take too long."

They both nodded. The plan to eat and go home came to naught. My two friends were entertained by the song and conversation.

Lora handed us a bottle of The Bar and it was pink. "That's delicious. Strawberry flavor.”

I immediately shook my head. "I don't drink."

"Alright, let's try it. I've had a drink before, but it was too much."

"That's cheap! Come on. We are colleges. We still have many parties to go to. Drinking is natural so you have to get used to it."

I winced when Lora opened it and gave us a shot glass. Shit!

Others are already tipsy and some are already bathing in the sea. I also almost turned pale when I saw someone in the dark cottage.

"Come on! It's part of growing up!" Lora. Lora is in her second year of college and is Erik's cousin. Bali news that the boyfriend will change.

Princes and Maribel had already drunk the third shot while I stared at the liquid inside the shot glass.

"What's the taste?" I asked Prince.

"Come on Kim Aurora. Just drink this .”

I nodded and drank without hesitation. They cheered. Until the night gets deep.

After several shots , I would like to vomit!

"Maribel. I’ll just go to the Cr."

"You know where is it? It's on the right and left and right as long as it's there."

It's really different when you're drunk. I

Even though I'm wearing a jacket on top of my dress, I can still feel the heat. So when I was in the hallway I took off my jacket and was relieved .

I cupped my forehead as I walked down the hall. I really can't smell the bathroom!

I bowed and covered my forehead. My head really hurts. I also know that my walk is not right.

But I was bumped with someone!

I swallowed. I avoided him for several months. I Haven't seen him in months.

"I'm sorry Manuel"

"You drink?" he asked. I closed my mouth and nodded softly.

"Who are you with?"

" My classmates. It's a birthday.Uh, may I go now?"

His jaw tightened and without saying a word he picked me up . I gripped tight on his shoulder.

"Where are you going? I'll take you." he said.

“To the comfort room please.”

“Alright, hang on." he said and felt his gentle kiss on my cheek and drop a kiss on my forehead.