After the Rain

Truth

Yandri was surprised to hear Daniar's words. So does the owner of the nursing home. However, Bu Hajjah Titing was unable to refuse the request of the woman he claimed to be Yandri's ex-wife. Therefore, he allowed Yandri to discuss with him.

"Alright Nak Niar, please have a discussion. Then I'll go to my room first. Excuse me!" pamit Bu Hajjah Titing's.

Yandri looked at Daniar who was looking at the expanse of colorful flowers in the park. For a moment, they just kept quiet. Yandri has no idea what his ex-wife wants to say.

After a few minutes, Daniar opened the conversation.

"Wouldn't anyone take care of my mom?" ask Daniar, flat.

Yandri shook his head.

Daniar sighed. "Then, we'll take mom home, Kang."

Yandri was surprised to hear Daniar's words.

"I mean Mother?"

"By bringing mom home" Daniar repeated.

"But how is it possible, Bun. Next week I have to go back to Indramayu. If you bring me home, who's gonna take care of me if I work?" answer Yandri.

"Mom won't go back to Akang's house, but I'll go back to Niar's!" firmly Daniar.

"What?!"

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"Let's Mom, now is the time to enjoy tea with Mother's favorite cake" said Daniar as he approached Ms. Maryam who was sitting in the back garden.

Maryam's mother looked over. He smiled wryly seeing his former daughter-in-law approaching him as if without a burden.

It's been almost three weeks that Miss Maryam has been living in the Daniar house. Actually, Miss Maryam refused. He felt ashamed to live in the house of the person he hated. However, he had no other choice. Rather than having to stay forever in a nursing home, it was better for Miss Maryam to stay here. That way, he can feel the affection of his only one remaining son, Yandri.

"Liar bribe yes, Mom," continued Daniar while cutting the cupcake and thrusting it in front of the mouth of Miss Maryam.

Inevitably, the old woman opened her mouth. He remembered Yandri's message before leaving for Indramayu.

"Remember that, Mom. I have to figure out what Daniar said. So that I can get well soon."

And Miss Maryam wants to get well soon. So that he can leave this house immediately. He did not want to be a burden to Daniar, who was always considered a rival for having dared to love Yandri.

"When did Yandri come home?" ask Miss Maryam.

"Two weeks, ma'am," Daniar replied.

Two sundays. Ah, two weeks feels like two years for Miss Maryam who has to stay one roof with Daniar. I don't know what the old lady really felt. The hatred is still clearly preserved. However, it is not as big as his feelings of guilt and fear if his crime will be exposed.

Living in this house may not be the right choice. However, in this house also Miss Maryam can see the true appearance of Daniar.

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Every morning, Daniar always takes care of his meal painstakingly. He always took the time to bathe her before leaving for the bakery. Daniar is even willing to spend his time at home rather than at his bakery, even though the store is crowded. All Daniar attitudes are inversely proportional to Siska who always Bu Maryam puja.

"This is the true Daniar image, ma'am. As much as we hurt her. However, all of that evaporated just like that in his heart. That was why Yandri adored her and always wanted to make her the only empress in Yandri's heart. Of course after Mother who will always be the mother of the beloved queen," said Yandri when they talked about Daniar after completing physiotherapy.

Maryam was silent. Although deep down, he confirmed the words of the child.

Yes, so many insinuations, and cruel slanders committed against Daniar. However, the girl without feeling burden, always put her interests above her personal interests.

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Tumben lonely house, Inner Star while stepping his feet into the family room.

Arriving at the family room, Bintang still hasn't seen his mother. In fact, it was very late afternoon. There's no way you're still in the store, isn't the cake shop closed every Friday, Bintang thought.

When the stars enter his room. He faintly heard the sound of laughter so crisp. The star was curious, he immediately swung a step closer to the source of the sound in the backyard.

Brugh!

The backpack he was holding, fell just like that when the Star saw two people he hated so much. The face of the Star looks reddened with anger.

Hearing the sound of falling objects, Yandri and Miss Maryam turned their heads. The two people seemed to be smiling broadly when they saw the person they missed.

"Bibin, Honey!" yandri shouted as he moved from his seat.

A second later, Yandri stretched out his arms to embrace the baby. However, before the hand touched him, the Star brushed it aside. Makes Yandri feel surprised.

"What are you guys doing here?" ask the stars, cynical.

"Eh, Bibin .. You're home, son. Why don't you tell Mother that you're coming home now, you can pick you up?" Suddenly Daniar came from the direction of the kitchen door.

"Please explain to Bibin, why are these two people here, Bun?" ask the stars to their mother.

"They live here, son," replied Daniar.

"But why do they live here, Bun?" The star asked again. This time his tone began to rise.

"Let's explain, dear," said Daniar, trying to calm his baby.

"The guy's got a house, Bun. Why doesn't he just stay at his house with that old jackass?!" the stars are full of emotion. He clasped Daniar's hand firmly until Daniar's body was slightly pushed back.

"Enough Stars! This man is your father, and the man you call old man, he's your grandmother. At any time, you can't deny it!" yandri. "You can hate Dad, but never forget your old manners. Especially your grandmother. As far as you deny it, the truth is one, you are our offspring. It's clear!" Yandri.

"Whoa! It is great that you speak of the truth of the venerable Mr. Yandri," said the star in mockery. "Alright, you've spoken the truth you want to tell a snot boy like me. And now, listen to the dozens of truths that I will tell you, Mr. Yandri Gunawan. The truth is I'm me–"

"Enough, Stars. Go to your room!" yelled Daniar, trying to prevent the Star from saying all about the truth he knew.

"No, Mother! All this time we have let Mr. Yandri treat us arbitrarily. Now, let Bibin reveal all about the truth he always glorified!" the stars are growing in emotion.

"Mother please, son..," pinta lirih Daniar.

Yandri was curious. "Let the boy talk, Bun. Let him vent all his anger today!" yandri's orders were full of decisiveness.

"Yes! Today I will speak, Mr Yandri! I'll remind you of all the truth you've ever done to me and to my mother" cried the Star. "You!" Show the Stars to Maryam. "You hate me just because I was born a woman, I accept that. You hate my mother just for being a match with your son, I accept that. But why did you take my sister's life, huh? What right do you have to take her life from my mother's womb? What's my sister's fault with you, tell me! Why did you kill him, answer me, why?!"

"Enough, Son. Enough's enough! Your sister can't enjoy this world, it's because of her destiny, son," said Daniar.

"No Mother! It wasn't her destiny, but it was the fate that the old woman snatched away. Because of him!" star Screams.

"Stars of my grandson,ma–"

"I'm not your grandson, Maryam! Remember, I swore I'd cut off your blood when you compared me to Rizal, your favorite grandson. I swear, I'll never call you grandma in my entire life, let alone all the pain you've caused me. And you!" The star pointed at Yandri. "I've sworn that I cut ties with you after you decided to pick that rotten woman. A hypocritical woman who wants to buy my pride. Cih, disgusting! Not only did you fail to become a husband, but you also failed to become a father!"

"Star, enough!" shouting Daniar.

"No Mother! All these truths will not be enough for the two wicked men. And one more, Dear Mr. Yandri. One more truth you need to know. I ... The Azura Star, consciously, denies all of your blood flowing through my body. I'm not your son Yandri Gunawan, I'm not a–"

Plaque!