"Cekrek... cekrek... cekrek" the sound of the camera held by Charlie beeped, it was a sign that Charlie was taking pictures around him. Charlie is a single child who has economic limitations. Charlie is currently in the 3rd grade of high school and will soon enter the world of college.Â
Charlie with his simple appearance, curly hair, tall body with brown skin color is very happy to take pictures at every moment he goes through. Currently, Charlie only uses a cell phone device as a tool to take and edit the pictures that he takes. Due to economic limitations, he usually only borrows cameras belonging to his friends or superiors.
Charlie's love for photography is more than just a hobby, but a path to the future he dreams of. Through his lens, he captures moments that reflect the beauty of life in the midst of adversity. He is drawn to candid shots, finding the soul behind every smile, and the unseen stories in everyday scenes.
Currently, Charlie has plunged into the world of working as a part-time to reduce the burden on his parents while collecting money to continue his studies in the future. Charlie's goal is to become a professional photographer, so he wants to continue his studies at a well- known university with a major in photography.
One day, when Charlie's school graduation was announced, he got the third-best grade in his school. With his high spirits, he immediately prepared himself to continue his studies.Â
He went to the teachers' room to consult about the university and the major he would take. All of his teachers were very agreeable and supportive of Charlie's choice, which was also in accordance with his interests and talents. After receiving approval from his teachers at school, he rushed home to tell his parents the happy news.
"Mom... Dad... Charlie is home" Charlie shouted excitedly when he arrived home. Then he immediately told all the events of the day at school. Then, his parents only responded silently to the news, and then his father left Charlie and his mother in the family room and headed to the terrace of his house while enjoying the warmth.Â
Charlie was confused and began to let out a sad expression that had been happy after seeing the response of his parents. He also asked his mother "Mom, Why? Does Dad disagree? How about you, Mom? Do you agree? You will support Charlie's dream too, right?" asked Charlie with anxiety while reassuring his mother. "We'll talk more later, about your father, Let me talk to him, now you can take a rest first" replied his mother as she stood up leaving Charlie in the living room.
Then Charlie ran to his room, he pondered and wondered about his parents' attitude earlier. Without thinking, Charlie rushed out of the house to his workplace. On the way, as usual, Charlie took pictures of several moments he encountered. Upon arriving at work, Charlie began to ask for opinions and suggestions from his coworkers, Charlie asked for their opinions about his parents' responses.Â
Some of his coworkers shared their opinions, and there was one opinion that struck Charlie. "Maybe your parents can't afford to pay for your tuition fees, after all, the major you're interested in is only available at top universities and the fees will be quite heavy for your parents," said Andre, Charlie's coworker.
On the way home, Charlie daydreamed a lot and thought about what his friend had said earlier. Charlie daydreamed while thinking that his friend's words might be true too. But, Charlie also kept taking pictures in every corner of the city he passed.
