From Latte to Literature: A Barista's Bold Leap to Writing
FluentFiction - Indonesian
From Latte to Literature: A Barista's Bold Leap to Writing
Di tengah hari yang panas di Jakarta, sebuah kedai kopi ramai dengan pelanggan.
In the middle of a hot day in Jakarta, a coffee shop is bustling with customers.
Lampu-lampu bersinar terang di dalam ruangan, memantulkan suasana hangat dan nyaman.
The lights shine brightly inside the room, reflecting a warm and cozy atmosphere.
Dekorasi Natal menggantung di setiap sudut, membuat suasana semakin meriah.
Christmas decorations hang in every corner, making the atmosphere even more festive.
Aroma kopi yang baru diseduh memenuhi udara, bercampur dengan suara riuh obrolan akrab di dalam sana.
The aroma of freshly brewed coffee fills the air, mixed with the lively sound of friendly chatter inside.
Di balik meja bar, Rina, seorang barista rajin, sibuk melayani pelanggan.
Behind the bar counter, Rina, a diligent barista, is busy serving customers.
Rina suka pekerjaannya.
Rina loves her job.
Dia kreatif dan selalu bersemangat membuat seni latte yang indah.
She is creative and always enthusiastic about making beautiful latte art.
Tetapi, ada impian besar di dalam hatinya.
However, there is a big dream in her heart.
Rina ingin menjadi penulis.
Rina wants to become a writer.
Sambil bekerja, dia sering memperhatikan pengunjung kedai, berimajinasi tentang cerita hidup mereka.
While working, she often observes the café patrons, imagining stories about their lives.
Pada musim liburan ini, kedai kopi semakin ramai.
During this holiday season, the coffee shop becomes even busier.
Rina lelah, tapi dia tetap tersenyum pada setiap pelanggan.
Rina is tired, but she continues to smile at every customer.
Ada alasan lain yang membuat Rina bersemangat hari ini.
There is another reason that makes her enthusiastic today.
Adi, seorang penulis lokal terkenal, sering datang ke kedai ini.
Adi, a famous local writer, often visits this café.
Rina berharap bisa berbicara dengannya.
Rina hopes to talk to him.
Dia ingin mendapatkan saran agar impiannya menjadi penulis bisa terwujud.
She wants to get advice so her dream of becoming a writer can come true.
Tantangannya, Rina takut ditolak.
Her challenge is that Rina is afraid of being rejected.
Bagaimana kalau Adi tidak peduli?
What if Adi doesn't care?
Selain itu, pekerjaan membuatnya sibuk dari pagi hingga malam.
Besides, work keeps her busy from morning till night.
Namun, Rina telah membuat keputusan.
However, Rina has made a decision.
Dia ingin membuat latte art istimewa untuk Adi dan berani bicara tentang mimpinya.
She wants to make a special latte art for Adi and be brave enough to talk about her dream.
Siang hari itu, Adi datang.
That afternoon, Adi arrives.
Dia memilih tempat duduk di pojok, membaca buku.
He chooses a seat in the corner, reading a book.
Rina merasa jantungnya berdebar kencang.
Rina feels her heart beating fast.
Dia menyiapkan latte dengan hati-hati.
She prepares the latte carefully.
Kali ini, dia membuat gambar berbentuk pena dan buku.
This time, she makes a design in the shape of a pen and a book.
Saat minuman itu siap, Rina mengantarkannya ke meja Adi.
When the drink is ready, Rina delivers it to Adi's table.
"Ini latte spesial, Pak Adi," katanya sambil tersenyum.
"This is a special latte, Mr. Adi," she says with a smile.
Adi terkejut melihat latte art tersebut.
Adi is surprised to see the latte art.
"Wow," katanya kagum.
"Wow," he says, impressed.
"Ini indah sekali.
"This is very beautiful."
"Dengan keberanian kecil yang tersisa, Rina berkata, "Saya juga suka menulis, Pak.
With the little courage she has left, Rina says, "I like writing too, Mr. Adi.
Ada saran untuk saya?
Do you have any advice for me?"
"Adi menatap Rina dengan serius.
Adi looks at Rina seriously.
"Menulis itu soal hati.
"Writing is about the heart.
Teruslah menulis.
Keep writing.
Jangan takut salah.
Don't be afraid to make mistakes.
Semua penulis pernah gagal sebelum sukses.
All writers have failed before they succeeded."
"Rina merasa lega.
Rina feels relieved.
Kata-kata Adi begitu berarti.
Adi's words mean so much.
Percakapan singkat namun berharga itu menambah percikan semangat dalam dirinya.
That brief yet valuable conversation reignites the spark in her.
Dia berterima kasih dan kembali ke meja bar dengan senyum lebar.
She thanks him and returns to the bar counter with a wide smile.
Hari itu, Rina memperoleh lebih dari sekadar penghargaan atas seni latte-nya.
That day, Rina gained more than just appreciation for her latte art.
Dia mendapat dorongan untuk mengejar impian.
She received the encouragement to pursue her dream.
Dengan percaya diri baru, dia tahu perjalanan menulisnya baru saja dimulai.
With newfound confidence, she knows her writing journey has just begun.
Musim panas itu, di tengah hiruk-pikuk kedai kopi, Rina menemukan roh baru untuk mimpinya.
That summer, amidst the hustle and bustle of the coffee shop, Rina found a new spirit for her dream.
Jika menulis adalah tentang hati, maka hatinya siap menghadapi tantangan apa pun.
If writing is about the heart, then her heart is ready to face any challenge.