BLUE MOON'S
GHOSTS

According to the agency's records, the natural phenomenon of the Blue Moon lunar eclipse will occur on February 13. Blue Moon or blue moon is a term used to describe the second full moon in a month. This will only happen once in two years. The peak of the phenomenon will occur at 01.13 in the morning at a distance of 369.005 kilometers from the center of the earth. Blue Moon will be visible from the Southwest.(tr-red.)

            “Blue Moon, see it together? I'm curious.” I caught Aria sitting in front of me, showing her the news on my phone. He just shook his head refusing to respond. Sundays, though,

we promised to get together to watch the latest movie that was premiering. Movie theaters that are usually not too crowded these days are very full. It had been an hour, but Elisha and Mey had still not arrived. Aria had already bought her ticket long before the airing date. Search for tickets online. The announcement of the film has been heard many times. The long queue of spectators who wanted to enter also looked increasingly severe.

            “I've contacted Elisa, but not appointed.” I looked at him who was already getting upset. His hands were still busy typing and replying to the messages that went into his phone.

            “They are busy. Nih.” He showed me his phone. Mey and Elisha couldn't come. Respectively

sending Aria's counsellor photos. A family event. Mey and Elisha are cousins. This is what makes their relationship look closer. I just nodded to see it. Understand our situation now.

            “Should have been since the beginning they said couldn't.” Aria's upset.

            “Maybe the show was sudden.” I tried to calm him down.

            “Kan dear tickets. We'll wait here again. It can't be sudden. Those who do not want to see the movie I chose.” It seemed clearly upset etched on Aria's face. He walked back into the cinema, waiting in line like the rest of the audience.

            The movie we're going to see tells a story of family and romance. In some parts there are also action scenes and comedies. I like stories like this. It gives a sense of curiosity when the fight scene occurs. Especially when the main character defeated his enemy. A cliche story but still always liked in the hearts of fans.

            “Nathan still calling?” Aria looked at me who was standing behind her. We are still waiting for our turn.

            “Nggak.” I shook my head.

            “Umm.. Kirain.” Aria nodded.

            “Why with him?.”

            Aria shrugged both of her shoulders. “Marketing. Besides you and Brian, none of our friends he's ever called. I've all asked.”

            “Totally?”

            “Yeah.” Aria is back in line. I don't ask much. I was also curious about Nathan's real reason.

*****

            The clock on the wall of my room turned motionless. Time seems to have changed completely. My eyes are heavy, sleepy. There are still thirty minutes left before the lunar eclipse is visible. I waited for him, hoping to see it with my own eyes. I don't know much about astronomy, but every time there is a natural phenomenon that will happen I will try to see it. It may not be visible to the eye, but it can still be felt by the heart.

            The voice I usually hear today is gone. Silent and silent. A dark night without stars. Only the moon seems to be getting bigger and rounder; it feels different from the previous nights. My room feels quiet. The window I opened seemed to show the moon. The wind that blew into my room blew away the curtains that covered some of the windows. Cold and piercing. The blanket that had covered my body was unable to withstand the cold.

            The full moon has happened. Looks big, but not as blue as I imagined. Still white as usual. A common sight that can be seen directly with the eyes. My tired body didn't want to wait any longer. Want to go to bed and rest.

            A scream. I heard that voice again. A voice I don't think will be heard tonight. Feels close. Not as far away as before and very clear. I ran to the balcony, leaving behind my blanket that had fallen from my bed. Find the source of the sound. A black shadow had covered the full moon. Not seen clearly. A flash of lightning suddenly appeared and hit the shadow. Suddenly the shadow fell. The rain did not fall, but lightning was seen continuing to strike at the same point. The black shadow fell.

*****

            It's been a week since Nathan's last class. Brian as the class in charge also did not know the reason. Even the Rector himself was also absent for more than a week. No one to contact. Nathan's cell phone is dead, too.

            “Zea, any news?” Brian looked at me hoping. Class is empty. Today's schedule has been abruptly postponed.

            I looked at him disappointed. He immediately understood and nodded his head. “If there is, let me know. The other lecturers are busy nanyain continues. I'm dizzy.” Brian said goodbye and left me. I'm still busy cleaning up my stuff. Aria and the others had already left first, looking for a place to be locked up.

            The wind blows my skin. The chair Nathan used to sit in looks empty. The curtain that was hit by the occasional gust of wind moved up and down, following its gust.

            “Nathan?” I'm staring. He's sitting there. The seat was previously empty. I raised my hand and wiped my eyes. Not sure what I was seeing at the time.

            “Nathan, really you?” I walked from my chair to approach him. My view is clear and that's it. Nathan didn't speak. He just looked at me.

            “You why not enter class?”

            “There's business.” Nathan let out his voice.

            “Ohhh. yeah.” I looked at him again and turned around to leave him. Asking further seems to me meddling in his affairs.

*****

            “Luke.?” My eyes widened to see someone standing in front of my house. The gate is still closed. My housekeeper was returning home, so for a while I did it myself.

            Luke looked at me. Walk near my car. I just kept quiet, didn't want to go out and say hello.

            “Zea open. please. We need to talk.” His hand tapped on the glass of my car, a look of sadness on his face. Time and time again and without stopping.

            “What do you need?” I got out of my car to get to him.

            “Zea. Sorry me. It's all my fault. Give me another chance. I'm sorry.” Luke pulled and grabbed my hand.

            “Release.” I'm shaking my hand. Release his hand. “I don't care anymore. You yourself chose him and left me.”

            “Zea. I chose you, he's not as good as you. I'm sorry.”

            “Toooooooooooooooo. I don't trust you anymore. Many times you promise to change. Butwhat? You remain unchanged. I've been disappointed.”

            “Zea!” Luke's voice was rising. His hand pulled my arm back. His grip felt stronger than

preceding. “Zea. Sorry me. You know I love you. Yes, I know I was wrong. But please give me another chance.”

            I looked at him annoyed. My eyes were burning, wanting to get angry and slap him right then and there. My hand that was still held felt throbbing.

            “Free Luke. It hurts.” I beg.

            “I'll let go, but you have to excuse me. Okee?” Luke smiled with hope.

            I want to scream for help. But, the atmosphere of the streets this afternoon was very quiet. Houses that are still rare, causing people who pass by on this road also a little. No one will hear, Luke will do worse.

            “Zea? You want to, right?” Luke's staring. I was still silent, my hand trying to let go of the grip that felt increasingly painful and throbbing.

            “Zea?” Someone called. Luke and I looked at him.

            “What's wrong?” Nathan looked at me. His face looks confused.

            “Nathan? What are you doing here?” My eyes widen to see it. Luke who was still holding my hand looked annoyed at her.

            “Who are you?” Ask Luke.

            “Nathan. You?”

            “Not your business. Go there.” Luke raised his hand to throw Nathan away. Nathan looked at me silently.

            “Nathan. Stop.” I stopped him from leaving me. “Please, please help me.” I looked at him begging. He looks like he's leaving but stopped.

            Nathan looked at me, he walked over. One hand held my hand held by Luke. She looked at Luke, grabbed his hand and pulled him to let go of mine. Luke was pushed back.

            “You....!!!” Shouted Luke. “Who dare you interfere in my affairs and Zea?”

            “She asked for help.” Nathan's voice was calm.

            Luke looked at me and Nathan took turns. He approached me again, but Nathan this time stopped him. Emotions were clearly visible on his face.

            “Surge..!!” Luke pushes Nathan's body. Not moving, Nathan was still standing in front of him protecting me.

            “Luke, stop.” I'm yelling. “We no longer have any relationship. Don't bother me. Or I'll call the police now.” I looked at him defiantly.

            Luke quiet. He looked at me and Nathan was angry.

            “Zea, I won't stop before you forgive me.” Luke looked at me who was silent. The white car he was using moved forward violently, leaving me and Nathan behind.