MINUTES OF LONGING

Large Family

After the graduation ceremony ended, the elders gathered and chatted together. They share stories with each other. Sometimes we talk about the past that is history to them. Talking about history will always be fun. We can again feel the figure of a few know the past. In fact, he is now an elder.

Everyone was present and gathered without exception. Abah and Ummi, papa Ilham and mama Ningsih, papa Rusdi and wife, papa and mama Rendy and not to miss Kiyai Hashim and Bu Nyai. They are exchanging stories. Even this opportunity they used to discuss about the future of their grandchildren. They are still very young. But the elders were already very impatient to see them grow into mature figures.

Not wanting to lose to the elders. The third generation also gathered to create their own group. There was Afshin the eldest daughter of Rendy and Annisa, Adnan the eldest son of Dito and Saffana, and did not miss Arkana and Maher. Not only them, even their sisters also joined in. Yes they are not the only third generation of each family. Afshin has a younger brother. Unlike Afshin, Adnan and Arkana also have a sister who is female. In contrast to them, Maher has a pair of younger brothers and sisters. So the whole of them numbered 9 people. What a great family if they were gathered like this.

Although their age is different but they are very compact. This time, they discussed their plans. Plans that may have been drawn up since they were children. A mission to restore the smile of Assyfa's mother who has dimmed. The lost smile along with the princess. Rayhan and Assyfa have another daughter. More precisely a sister-in-law of Arkana.

They used to love the beautiful baby they named Alifa. Even little Arkana didn't stop crying when her little sister had to be taken away from her. Arkana already has an inner bond with Alifa. Same with Rayhan and Assyfa. Alifa was present among them before the birth of Zafiya Arkana's sister. Alifa comes with bringing so much happiness to them. When he left, he also brought sadness to everyone. Especially Assyfa who felt very lost the figure of Alifa.

But the fate of their meeting was very short. After Assyfa and Rayhan took care of Alifa for one year. Alifa's real father came to pick her up. He wants to take back Alifa. At first Assyfa refused and did not allow it. But after discussing with Rayhan they finally relented. However, he is entitled to Alifa, because he is the biological father of Alifa. With a heavy heart Assyfa and Rayhan handed Alifa back to her biological family. On condition that they should take care of Alifa and take good care of her. Loving and giving a decent life. They should also not cut off contact with Rayhan and Assyfa. Whenever they want to meet Alifa they have to allow.

Alifa's biological father took her in and agreed to all her terms. The first year all went according to agreement. They can still meet and gather together even if only once a week. But the second year and the following years Rayhan and Assyfa could no longer meet with Alifa. I don't know why Alifa's family took her out of town. They didn't even leave addresses to Rayhan and Assyfa. From then on Assyfa was always moody and sad. His smile was not as warm and bright as before.

“Are you really sure Alifa is in L?” city Afshin was still a little doubtful about the information they had obtained.

“Insyaallah we are sure Brother. According to the neighbors in their old residence. Before leaving they had mentioned the city.” Arkana convinced Afshin.

“But the city of L it is very spacious Brother. Where will you start searching.” Adnan chimed in while imagining the extent of the city.

“Whatever extent we have agreed and sure. So we'll try to find Alifa as best we can. While we're working there, it's your job to make sure that our plans don't leak. Don't let anyone know, especially Mother Syfa. In addition you also have to take care of the parents.” Maher again reminded them of their respective duties.

“Kak Maher and brother Arkana take it easy, let us the men who take care of the elderly.” Sahut Alif Maher's youngest brother while looking at Adnan and Malik Afshin's sister.

“Do not forget us, even though we are women but our ability is not inferior to you. Isn't that right, Afshin?” sahut Zafiya looked at Afsihn, Nada's younger brother Adnan and Humaira Maher's second sister.

“Yes yes we know if you are all great. The important thing is to focus on each task. Afshin, Adnan, Alif and Humaira will be in the pesantren. They will be responsible for maintaining and conditioning Abi, Ummi, Mbah Kung and Mbah Ti. Especially Mbah Kung, usually he is more sensitive than others. While Zafiya, Nada, and Malik must make sure if their respective parents are not suspicious.” Maher began to divide the tasks according to their portion and position.

“Mbah Kung's problem let Adnan take care of it. Brother Afshin in the next few years still have to focus on pesantren.” Adnan is full of confidence. Maher and Arkana nodded in agreement.

“For others we depend on all of you.” Arkana looked at the sisters one by one. They all nodded in unison.

Indeed, Afshin who graduated last year was given a mandate by Abi Iqbal. He was asked to help become a lecturer in the field of archery. Afshin's archery skills have been honed since childhood. He has been interested in the sport since he first saw it at the school. His persistence and perseverance made him somewhat proficient at his age at this time. So for now and in the next few years, Afshin will focus on his work. Besides work, he also has to go to college. So that the time will not be fully able to be with them to carry out the plan that has been planned for a long time.

In the other corner of the room, Rayhan, Dito, and Rendy look at their children. They look very serious about discussing something. Even the smallest Alif among them put on a very serious face. It was as if they were talking about the great secret that existed between them.

“Look out what they were talking about.” Rayhan commented the first time.

“True very tight-lipped like.” Dito added.

“Maybe holding a conference.” Rendy with her joke.

Rayhan shook his head. “There are you guys. I became curious about their topic.” Rayhan became increasingly curious.

"Don't interrupt the young man's talk. Most also they are discussing the problem of rote, lessons and grades. It's not like it's their discussion when they gather every time.” Dito undoes Rayhan's intention to approach them.

“Truely it was Ray, indeed what else they could discuss. There's no way they're going to talk about girlfriends. After all there is Zafiya, Malik and Alif who are underage.” Rendy confirmed Dito's words.

“True also yes.” sahut Rayhan join justify.

“Dad... mama and papa have taken home. Let's take Zafiya home.” Assyfa, Saffana, and Annisa approached them.

“Iya Dad we also have to go home this already very night.” Connect Annisa.

“Loh I thought we'd stay here tonight?” Rayhan looked at Assyfa waiting for an answer.

"Mama and papa don't want to stay over. They say their grandchildren should go to school tomorrow. Maybe Maira, Brother Willy, Om and Aunt who will stay and come back tomorrow.” This time Saffana answered.

“Yes if you want that. What we can do, parents' orders should be implemented.” Sahut Rendy resigned.

“Ya already let's get ready Pa, call the kids.” Saffana looked at Dito.

“Siap Ma.” Dito Sahut. Then the men approached the children.

After saying goodbye, they went home together. Since the time was very late, they drove the car at low speed. Although the streets are quiet, but they still have to attach importance to security and safety.

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