I never thought that what started as a simple search for someone to talk to on a dating app would turn into a life thesis that wouldn’t even finish in seven semesters.
Episode 1: Love Capital—250 Million Rupiah
Five months of talking. We never met, just phone calls. She said she loved me, said she felt safe. I thought it was a slow-burn romance—gentle, meaningful.
Turns out… the moment she found out I was a government employee, things changed. It became a life proposal:
“I want to start a business, can you help me borrow 250 million?”
She said it was for our future. But whose future exactly?
Episode 2: First Date, First Check-In
This one didn’t waste time. Just a month of chatting, and she asked to meet up.
I thought we’d go out for a nice cup of coffee.
Turns out… she meant check-in.
Sis, I was expecting tea, not a teh tarik relationship!
Episode 3: Big Family, Small Intentions
Six months close. I met her parents, she joined my family gatherings.
She never held my hand—but on Michat, she was busy “holding” others.
That’s when I realized… I was just a flex.
“Look at me, I’m dating a civil servant!”
Episode 4: The Transfer Trap
Three months of sweet chats, and then she started sending money.
I thought, wow—generous guy.
But no… classic bait.
Eventually: “Babe, can you help pay my online loan? I promise I’ll pay you back.”
Not exactly illegal, but it sure felt like I was hooked with a wallet-bait.
Episode 5: The Director with a Double Life
The last one… was a department head. Charismatic, neat, polite.
I almost fell under his spell—until he said,
“I want to marry you… in a secret religious ceremony.”
Excuse me? Secret marriage? I’m not some sacred plant, sir.
Turns out… he’s already married.
And all I could say was: IS THIS REALLY MY LIFE?! 🤣🤣🤣
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