FRIEND OF THE NATION

EPS 11 REQUEST MARAMA

EPS 11 REQUEST MARAMA

Like a pearl buried in the sea. Untouchable and awake. Does not reduce its value even in a mossy shell. You just open it, then rub it with a clean cloth, then the light will radiate. It dazzles the eyes and attracts the attention of every heart that loves beauty.

After the archery competition, Marama reported about a teenager who had archery skills to the General Manager of the Indonesian Archery Organization Jayawijaya district located in Wamena. They seemed happy and welcomed Marama's report.

“Name Marlin Isier Ibo. He is the youngest son of the Ibo chief of the Dani family who inhabit one of the corners of the Baliem valley. He was nicknamed the fire hair because there was a pinch of red hair between his black head hair,” he said.

Masren Koreri, one of the archery athletes' coaches, nodded his head. He recalled a few years ago also having heard cheerful about the Ibo tribe who were adept at archery. It's just that their existence is a bit difficult to find because their territory is quite hidden, must cross Lake Bira if from Wamena.

“My brother once went there, he also knew Neles Ibo. But he didn't know that Neles had a son who was good at archery. He only knew that the Ibo tribe was stricken with a strange disease. Many were infected, including Neles' own sister and daughter.”

“I will persuade him to allow his son to bring me here,” Marama said.

Masren nodded his head.

“You're right. In Wamena he can continue his schooling and I will train him to be a professional archery athlete.”

“Then next week I'll be back there. All of you are inviting Dr. Hendra to check on the state of princess Neles Ibo.”

“Neles Ibo comes from a respected family among the Dani tribe, his mother is Nene Yoteni, a close friend of the Mowa chieftain,” Masren said again.”If you manage to cure her daughter, whatever you want they will grant.”

***

A week later Marama rushed to Baliem valley with doctor Hendra, the head of the local Puskesmas. The journey is not easy, especially after the rain falls all day. A dragonfly helicopter carrying them from Wamena, landed on a grassy field not far from Lake Bira. After that they had to take a machine boat to cross the lake, and travel overland before arriving at the Ibo tribe residence. Fortunately Marama is well known in the region so there are no significant disturbances.

Neles Ibo greeted Marama's teacher and Hendra's doctor. Especially after knowing the intention of the doctor's arrival to treat his daughter's disease. How happy the whole Ibo family is. They immediately prepared a stone-burning party, which is a party to cook meat and yams by roasting them under a stone that has been burned.

Neles Ibo picked up her daughter's body in Ebei and raised it to Uma. Perpetua prepared a pedestal and a bed assisted by uncle Luke. Yohana's white face paled, and her limp body remained silent as Hendra's doctor examined her. Almost fifteen young doctors examined Johana and gave her various drugs, after which she allowed the girl to be taken back to her room.

“How is the doctor?” ask Marama.

Neles Ibo, Perpetua, Nene Yoteni, and other families were tense and waiting for Hendra's doctor's answer. But the man smiled, as if to signal that everything was fine.

“Possibly while playing into the forestYohana and her two aunts were bitten by a mosquito infected with Chikungunya virus. So five days later they just feel the pain, because the incubation period of the virus is about two to seven days.”

The faces looked at each other not understanding.

“You mean Yohana can be cured?” ask Marama again.

Doctor Hendra nodded his head.

“Actually the Chkungunya virus is not so deadly. The important thing is that he gets medical treatment as soon as possible.”

Suddenly a bodyguard came in and told him that Marlon and Marlin had returned safely to the Ibo tribe.

“Marlon and Marlin are back. They were seen walking in the foothills to get here,” he said.

How glad Neles Ibo and the others were to hear the news. After the doctor said Joanna could be healed, now the sons of Neles have also returned. Nene Yoteni, Papa Neles, Mama Perpetua, Luke's uncle welcomed them like heroes who had just returned from the battlefield and won victory.

“See what we brought Papa. Could this be what is called a black orchid. He grew up from within the rock hill, his flowers dangling decorate the golden rock chunks.,” Marlin said proudly.

Perpetua hugged his two sons tightly. He was very grateful to have such brave sons. Dear and responsible for family. Marlon and Marlin are introduced to Hendra's doctor. They were told that Yolana had contracted the Chikungunya virus, and had been treated.

‘Now go up to Yohana's room. Then give the black orchid to him,” said Nene Yoteni reminded.

Marlon and Marlin immediately offered Yohana a steeping of black orchids. Either because of the medicine given by the doctor Hendra or the influence of the Black Orchid flower, which is clear Yohana can already move her hands without pain anymore.

***

That afternoon, in a hurry to return to Wamena, Marama conveyed her heart to bring Marlin to the district capital, Wamena, but Marlin refused. Marama looked at him deeply, Marlin was very similar to Marlon. His face was handsome, his appearance was calm, intelligent and his disposition was harsh. His body was also strong and clean,

“You can continue your education there. All education costs and living costs will be borne by the Regent,”, Marama again.

But Marlin firmly shook his head. While Neles Ibo, Mama Perpetua and Nene Yoteni just fell silent. Little heart Neles said that Marlin must take this opportunity so that later his life is more secure. Seeing the atmosphere of his family not defending him Marlin became doubtful. Only Mama Perpetua seemed to mind.

“I will only leave if mom allows it,” she replied later.

Marama soon met with Perpetua and begged him to allow him to bring his son to Wamena. Perpetua's heart actually objected to the request. After all he did not want to part with Marlin, his youngest son. But Marama continues to urge him, however Marlin will get a better life than he is now.

Hearing that reason, Perpetua's heart finally melted. He allowed his son to be taken by Marama to the city of Wamena.

“All right Marama I let my son you take to Wamena. Promise me you'll take care of her like your own son,” Perpetua's message.

Marama nodded her head.