
"I warned you from the beginning. Never come into my life if your presence only wants to test and create new wounds. You know why? Because I've fought in such a way as to escape the pain of trauma."
In the burning dry season, when the rain never falls and reluctant to just be present watering the barren earth that dries. Andhira (21 years old), was busy chatting with his motorist friends. They chatted about this and it was discussing which other places they would visit with their fellow motorists that they usually do on Sunday mornings. Sunday morning riding, he said. Yes, as a girl who is cheerful and has many friends, of course Andhira's life is very pleasant.
Until one day, the Andhira family wanted a match for Andhira. He was betrothed to a man named Daffa (24 years old), who is believed to be able to make Andhira happy after climbing the household heresy later.
That night, around 20:00 WIB. The Daffa family came to Andhira's house, to propose. Andhira's family itself can be said to be quite familiar with Daffa parents. Because they are also gathered in the same community organization. This matchmaking idea purely came from their families alone. Meanwhile, Andhira and Daffa actually had no desire to get married at that time. In fact, dreaming of it is not.
Conversations about marriage that are said to be so fast also take place. Andhira sat listening to the chatter, with a flat face without a smile. As a good child and educated by a family who was quite obedient in his religion, Andhira tried to obey and just accept his match with Daffa. However, once again in his heart he did not want it at all.
"Actually she's not the type of girl I want to marry, but Abah and Ummi forced me to marry her. How else would you like? I can only accept all of this" Daffa said in his heart.
"I don't know, will I be happy with this marriage? Or just suffer. I saw no interest in the man's eyes in me" whispered Andhira.
They also began to get closer to each other through intermediaries. To unite the vision and mission in the marriage that they will live in the future. The two began to talk about the intention of getting married and their goals. Until they get a point of harmony, which is to create a happy household at the same time to strengthen them in terms of worship to God.
***
Two months later, the wedding day was held with a pretty festive party. A couple who have done the kabul ijab sit together in a beautifully decorated mop. Guests came to greet and congratulate them on their wedding. The happy face that is generally implied on the face of the newlyweds does not appear on either. Only stiffness and the occasional thin smile flashed on their lips.
Andira's three best friends are Rere, Maya, and Fahri. Also present at Andhira's invitation. Rere and Fahri smiled and praised the Bride's beauty. However, another case with Maya who showed a sour face and did not like it.
"May, give a little smile in honor of our best friend" Rere whispered as he shook Maya's arm slowly.
"Until now I don't want Dhira to be married to that ugly man" Maya replied.
"Oh my goodness, Maya," said Fahri, shaking his head.
"Your friend is really weird" Rere told Fahri.
"Yes! I think he's your best friend, too" Fahri replied.
"Dragon's talking, May. You may not like it, but the one who married her was Andhira .. not you," Rere commemorated in a quiet voice.
"Thank you, Re, May, Fah. It's taken time to come to my wedding" Andhira said with a glare that implied her objection. He actually wants to be accompanied even longer by his three friends.
"Together, Dhira. May happiness always be with you both" said Rere.
"Aamiin," answered Andhira briefly.
"Rere, hurry up a little. My stomach is so nauseous to be here too long" Maya's circus.
Fahri pinches Maya's hand until she complains of pain. Neither Rere nor Fahri knew for sure why Maya hated Daffa. Maya also did not look at Andhira's husband anymore. In fact, he ignored Daffa's hand when he wanted to shake hands, until Daffa felt ashamed of himself.
***
First night for Andhira and Daffa as newlyweds. Not much happened. Both of them are still equally awkward, because they do not know each other too well.
However, Daffa suddenly pulled Andhira violently and slammed him into the bed. "I want my rights," demanded Daffa with eyes burning red.
Daffa's rude attitude suddenly made Andhira shocked and frightened. He tried to struggle, not to refuse to do his duty to serve Daffa. It's just that Andhira wanted Daffa to do it more quickly. Not by force and violence like that.
"Slow down, Mas!" andhira shouted with tears.
However, Daffa did not heed Andhira's plea. He kept trying to get what he wanted. Without thinking about Andhira's pain.
"Akhhhh ..," cried Andhira when Daffa managed to break the most valuable crown.
The world and its contents seemed to collapse at that time. Even though they are legal to be husband and wife. However, Daffa's harsh treatment made Andhira feel humiliated.
Daffa fell asleep after brutally beating Andhira without mercy. Meanwhile, Andira was still sobbing. Andhira's face was pale and still, her hands squeezing the tight end of the pillow she had covered her face with. The core of his body felt sore and very sick at that time.
"Why are you treating me so harshly? In fact, I don't give you a rejection that offends you. I also know my duty, but why do you act like you're mad at me.. Why?" lament Andhira with a heart-wrenching voice.
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