
Patricia and Ridho and Leonardo have returned to Barnet, London, to their family home. Sir Antonio Bocchi hugged his son who returned safely. He is no longer concerned about the future of his company because the data he has been holding has been given to Dominic Bastille.
However, Antonio again set high hopes when Ridho offered his cooperation with Winata Corp., a large multinational company where he worked in Indonesia. Winata Corp is fairly new to the automotive world, but they have collaborated with service and transportation companies in the country, making it possible for Bocchi company to open the automotive market in Asia, it is a rival to Japan and China, which produce many motor vehicles. Sir Antonio agreed to the proposed cooperation, and is scheduled to meet Damian Winata, President Director of Winata Corporation after the wedding day of Patricia and Ridho.
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Cotton-thin clouds against the background of a clean blue sky decorate the sky. The sun shines brightly at the end of autumn in London. The gentle breeze blew away the fragile and dry leaves of the maple. The trees look beautiful with the remains of golden brown leaves that still survive on the twigs.
Today is the day that Patricia and Ridho look forward to after so many weeks of waiting. The wedding will be held at a mosque not far from Barnet. A large mosque with a large yard will bear witness to the covenant that Ridho will pronounce before Allah. It is the Palmers Green Mosque, located in the East Barnet region. There will be many pilgrims there who meet the marriage contract, because it will be held after Friday prayers.
Sir Antonio married his daughter to a man he never thought would be his daughter's companion. His heart was now more open and accepted Ridho to be his son-in-law.
Many worshipers Friday prayers came to fill the corners of the mosque with buildings in the style of the Middle East. Although Muslims are still a minority in London, the rise in Muslim numbers in the British capital is a rapid rise. Not only because of marriage or conversion, but also because of the large number of immigrants from the Middle East who entered London. Many mosques and Islamic centers stand here, even when Friday prayers arrive, the rooms are always full. Ridho performed a solemn Friday prayer in a suit that he had prepared to do his second marriage contract.
The high priest of the mosque told the whole congregation that there will be a marriage contract after Friday prayers, so that those who do not have another agenda, may be able to provide prayers for the new couple. The marriage contract is carried out in a room that is not too broad, where the worshipers have discussions or meetings, not in the prayer area. There Ridho sat alone in front of a security table, where the imam of the mosque would be the guardian of marriage for Patricia, because according to the Shari'a of Islam, a non-Muslim cannot be a guardian for Muslims.
Sir Antonio was sitting in front of Ridho to witness his son's marriage. He was so unfamiliar with this new atmosphere, let alone being inside a mosque that he never stepped foot in. Many male worshippers attended to see and pray for the event.
It has also been there specifically, Damian and Ferdian, as Ridho's superior and best friend to bear witness to the marriage between Ridho and Patricia. Similarly, Ajeng who was there to accompany Patricia.
“May your marriage last ya Dho!” said Ferdian who has come all the way from Singapore to attend Ridho's second wedding.
“Hopefully, Fer! The trials for Patricia dapetin are so heavy! Until I feel like giving up yesterday-yesterday,” Ridho bright buttoned his suit.
“I also did not expect it turned out Patricia family is a big entrepreneur. Your parents didn't come here?” ask Ferdian.
“I am worried if they come here, so let it be after this wedding we go home,” replied Ridho.
Ferdian patted his best friend's back.
“Let's go to the next room!” invite Ferdian, because the worshipers have gathered to watch the holy event.
Meanwhile in another small room. Patricia looked graceful and beautiful clad in a long white dress. Her hijab had completely covered her head. She doesn't even wear any makeup. It still looks pretty.
“God, Pat, you are so beautiful!” say Ajeng in English.
“Thank you Ajeng! Thank you for coming here!” patricia smiled.
“You two are our friends. So it was appropriate that we came here. Thank God there is sustenance for all vacation to London!” say Ajeng.
“Your children how?” ask Patricia.
“They are with their grandparents there.”
“Ah is so, so you guys are going on vacation first here?”
Ajeng fixed the makeup for his hijab. He also dressed simply with a casual style Muslim dress.
“Umm, maybe a little 2nd honeymoon! You want to come?” tawang Ajeng's.
“Haha, I don't know! It's just I want to get out of here. Maybe staying in Indonesia would be better!”
“Then stay there. Maybe there is a bit more stormy than here,” said Ajeng chuckled.
“Yes you're right! You been to London before, Ajeng?” ask Patricia.
“Entertainment. I used to take summer school at the University of London.”
“Ooh, so.”
“Ah looks like the event has already started. You tensed?”
“Ya strained once.”
Patricia smiled broadly. His heart was tense and anxious. Somehow his heart felt unsettled even though he was now with his family and friends who loved him. He just prayed that his marriage would be smooth and happy.
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Ridho Effendi and Patricia Bocchi are now married. Ridho clenched his wife's forehead, he loved her so much, and he promised to protect and make her happy from now on.
Patricia's heart was relieved, she just wanted to live happily and quietly with the man she loved. He no longer wants to be dragged into the case of his father or brother anymore. So that she would take her husband away from there as soon as possible.
All the worshippers there prayed for good for their marriage. Ridho and Patricia hope their prayers can be delivered directly to God. They left the mosque after lunch. But the wedding did not end there. Antonio has arranged a small party for his daughter's wedding at his own residence. The party will be attended by his closest colleagues. It will probably look more luxurious than the banquet here, of course. Antonio forces his daughter before realizing his daughter's wish to move from London. So, Patricia just said yes.
Ferdian and Ajeng were amazed by Sir Antonio Bocchi's luxurious mansion. Especially tonight, all the rooms below have been decorated in such a way as to welcome the big guests from the business class. A red carpet was held along the entrance, becoming a base for the guests who came.
“You want a house this big?” ferdian asked his wife as they set foot on the red carpet.
“Bby the hell, but his son should be a lot like so it is not lonely!” said Ajeng who embraced her husband's arm.
“If the children are many, I am the expert, wkwk!” said Ferdian flirtatious, to make Ajeng nudge his body.
“I don't think Ridho can be this rich in-law, euy!” said Ferdian again.
“Emang your father is not rich? I think you are very rich, just that he does not want to see aja.”
“Ya yes. But if compared to Mr. Bocchi, who is among the ranks of the 100 richest people in the world rich is still far.”
“If in the ranking, your father is in the ranks of how big is it?”
“Not knowing either! If I was among the richest people in the world, would you like?” ferdian asked, they were still outside the mansion with the guests also walking behind them.
“No need ah! Later in the afterlife will be long slaughtered. Mending is rich in the afterlife. A lot of alms, it's better right?” adjeng smiled at her husband.
“Hihi...my wife sholeha!” ferdian kissed his wife's hand.
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The guests who had mostly come from the businessmen had come. They congratulated Patricia and Ridho who were standing by while greeting their guests. Ridho does feel stiff there, but he can still adjust when Antonio introduces him to his fellow colleagues as a successful businessman. Ridho just agrees.
There, Damian played out his business strategy to talk about future plans for cooperation between Bocchi and Winata. Although still general talks, but Antonio can think that this cooperation will be able to help his company rise again. Moreover, Damian also offers so that Bocchi can invest its capital for businesses in the hospitality and tourism sector. Of course, it was tempting for Antonio.
Suddenly, Antonio gets an unexpected sight, while talking to Damian. Dominic Bastille appeared at the party unexpectedly, but he was never invited.
Dominic walked arrogantly while occasionally smiling at the guests who were there. Recalling the bad memories that had occurred with the man, Patricia embraced her husband's arm tightly, then hid behind Ridho's body. While Ridho stared and watched the long-haired man sharply. Dominic stood in front of the new couple.
“I just want to congratulate you two,” he said with a big smile.
“Congratulations to you, Patricia and you... umm..., what's your name?” tanyanya while twirling her fingers in front of Ridho.
“Call Me Effendi.”
“Ah, yes, congratulations Patricia and Mr Effendi! May you always be happy!” said grinning.
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hihi I bonusin scene Ferdian and Ajeng here
Relax there is still a surprise tomorrow :*