Mute Witness

Family Meetings

Ali entered his room today

with a tense face. Just this time, her innocent face looked that stiff.

There was an angry and anxious look on that face.

Could it be because of a Family Meeting

this day?

Ahhe..

What about Ari?

Successfully he with his plan

with Tito’?

Without letting go of the fatigue, Ali walked

head to his desk and start activating the computer. Among all the generations

successor, he is the most disciplined about writing history. She never

makes me wait and worry whether to share information

with me or not.

Ali started typing..

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December 9th, 2019

Author: Ali

Today, the Family Meeting is back. Advanced meeting for

make important decisions. Decision to maintain the mine for

family-run or returned to the government.

I felt a heavy weight on my shoulders as I stepped into the space

the meetings. I really hope, this meeting can take place smoothly and appropriately

my wish. As a decision-maker, I know, I can't be selfish.

But..

I was selfish even before my feet were perfect

enter that meeting room.

Ari welcomed my arrival with a big smile. This time, he came

early on. I don't know what she's thinking, but she chose to

go faster than me.

Seeing her smile and carefree face made me feel very guilty. But

I was faced with a very difficult dilemma. On my face shows

a warm smile for her, even though in my heart I was crying and longing

say a word, sorry.

The meeting was formally opened as usual. All Board members

The advisor gave enthusiastic feedback. I looked at all the faces

The Advisory Board is silent. They all looked excited without any burden.

I'm sure, they must have known that the decision of this meeting will be

support their wishes. Thinking about it made me unconsciously growl

annoyed.

All the Family Advisory Board has provided input. As is

allegedly, their decision was the same, wanting to defend the mine on the family side.

Now, it is the turn of the Government's Advisory Board to speak up. If

the three agree to support the family, then the final decision is only in

my hand and Ari's. If I agree to defend, then that's the decision

final without being sued again.

However, if only one of the government asks to return

the mines. Then it was enough to make the meeting go back to running until

one agrees with the majority opinion or vice versa.

Keep in mind, the voice of the government is very influential. Ration

vote for them in the old rule of 20%, the Advisory Board of the parties

20% family and 60% family leader%.

However, I made a new rule regarding the voting rations. I give 30%

my allotment to Ari as my representative. Many protested loudly with my decision

that's. But I chose to survive.

35% of the votes in our area are enough to be considered. Although

cannot be won because the number does not even reach ½ from the vote.

However, they reserve the right to present their reasons in detail. If, then,

the reason is plausible and more useful than the majority vote, then it is not

closing the possibility to be taken becomes the final decision.

Yes.. Our region is not a democratic region that plots the opinion of the majority

without seeing the maslahat.

However, the voice of the leader in our area is an absolute voice. Leader

has its own speciality. No one can argue when the leader

already made a decision. Therefore, a leader must be

absolutely trustworthy and has no ambition for himself.

Most importantly..

In our area..

Dictators as much as possible to avoid.

Yep.. The 60% vote is very privileging for a leader.

Until I came to change that rule..!

Two Advisory Councils from the government side argued the same,

already predicted this. Seeing that made me unconsciously publish

a smile.

So far, the meeting has gone my way..

However, my smile faded immediately as my gaze fell on Ari. Ari

he was also looking at me. I don't know when he did that. Highlight his eyes

flatfoot. He seemed to understand what I was thinking. Realize that

it makes me feel guilty again.

Now, it's Tito’'s turn to express his opinion. I haven't been able to

predicting opinion of Kak Tito’. He has been supporting us all this time.

However, it is undeniable that he was also involved in the theft of books

Grand. If he wanted to survive, then he should have thought the same as

Another Advisory Board.

Only Ari I'm sure will challenge me. That's the way he is, always

firm with the opinion that he thinks brings maslahat for the people.

I know, I don't have to worry about Ari. He won't be able to

against me with his 30% vote. 30% is not enough to make it

consideration. Unless, if Brother Tito’ helps him.

“Thank you very much for the opportunity that has been given to me.”

Opening words from Kak Tito’.

All the other Advisory Council views were perfectly fixed in his direction.

They all know, Kak Tito’'s voice is the decider this time. Because they already

knowing I was in the setting, I

they will choose to support them. Thinking about it made me angry again.

“I really appreciate the opinion of the entire Advisory Board.” Brother Tito’

spread his views to all meeting participants. That view is reciprocated

with a big smile by the entire Advisory Board.

“I'm sure, the Advisory Board must be trying hard to deliver

opinions that will bring maslahat for the people.”

The wide smile of the Advisory Board turned wry.

Haha..

Ari's loud laughter surprised me. The atmosphere is gripping for the Advisory Board

distracted by him. I reflexively hit his thigh under the table.

He's this!

Always forget that we are in ‘holy space’.

“As for my opinion.” His gaze once again swept across

participant, “I want mine returned to government.”

What's?!

Loud protests filled the ceiling of the room. Many from the Council

The advisor who was even refrex stood up in shock. All of this is beyond suspicion

them.

I have to admit, I was worried and scared. I glanced at Ari's face

looks happy. He is satisfied.

Did he know of the danger that would threaten him if he went against it?

Tito’'s opinion is completely beyond my expectations. One side, I salute

his decision. However, on the other hand, I was afraid of the dangers that would be

inflicted on him. And it's definitely gonna happen!

Now, I'm not just worried about Ari..

But Brother Tito’ too..

“Why, To’?” Zen cannot control his anger. He protested.

As Kak Tito’'s best friend, he also looks anxious.

However, Brother Tito’ only replied with a big smile. Not at all

intending to change his opinion.

Now it's Ari's turn.

The smiles of all the Advisory Councils had faded since then. They know, though,

Ari will definitely oppose.

Justjust right..

Ari thinks the same as Kak Tito’. He's not even worried at all

with himself. Look, she's conveying her opinion with her carefree face

as always.

I squeezed both my knees. I failed to protect Ari.

The opinion of Ari and Kak Tito’ is enough to be taken into consideration. Reason

what they say makes a lot of sense too.

The Advisory Board and even I don't dwell to rebuff

both opinions.

Of course I can't argue with both. Oh, the opinion of both of them

actually the same as my opinion.

If only I hadn't been threatened..

The meeting finally went ahead and ended without a decision..

*

Hufft..