Friends Once Again

Once, there were two boys whose names were Herman and Abu. They were close friend. Herman’s hobby was fishing. Abu had different hobby, but he often accompanied Herman, when he went fishing. They respected what they did each other.

One day, the two friends went to the town. There were many shops in the town. They took a walk and enjoyed looking at the busy people in the market. When they passed in front of a shop, which sold the fishing equipment, Herman saw a beautiful fishing-rod in its shop-window. He was interested in buying it, but he didn’t bring enough money to buy. “The fishing-rod is very nice,” Herman said. “I’m interested in that fishing-rod, but my money isn’t enough, I want to return to buy tomorrow.” Then the two boys went on their way. Being tired, they went home directly.

On the next day, Herman returned to the market again, but this time he was not accompanied by Abu, he went alone. And he went to the shop, which sold fishing-rod. When he arrived there, he was surprised, because the fishing-rod was not there anymore. Then he entered the shop and asked the salesman. The salesman told him, “Your friend who came with you yesterday has bought it.”

Herman felt disappointed and angry. “Why did he do it?” thought Herman angrily. “That cheat! He knew that I wanted to buy that rod.” Just then, Abu came by, but Herman just turned his back and walked away. He didn’t talk ay words.

A week later Herman celebrated his birthday. He invited all his friends, all except Abu. He didn’t want to invite Abu. Many of his friends came over. They gave presents to Herman. They were singing “Happy Birthday to you” together. They really enjoyed the party very much. There were many presents on the big table. Among them was a long parcel. Curiously, Herman opened the parcel. What a surprise! It was a fishing-rod. It was the very same fishing-rod as in the shop-window. There was no sender’s name but Herman knew that it was Abu’s present. Now, Herman was aware of himself, he felt foolish not to invite Abu.

Then, while his friends were still enjoying the party and singing together, quickly he rode over to Abu’s house, which was not so far from his house. he met Abu and ask apologizing, “I’m really sorry.” J