Santri Famiglia's

Flashback Muktar 1

A sign bearing the inscription Al Ikhlas was emblazoned on the iron fence surrounding the building complex. It is the largest boarding school in Blitar City. His fame has spread to the countryside.

A five-story building stood in front of the field. The building is a state MTS that is open to the public. Students are free to choose between school or school. Even so, the majority of students prefer to live in boarding houses provided

The mosque stands on the west side. On the east side, stands another five-story building that is part of the school facilities. Next to it, a minimarket is built that can be entered from two sides. Doors leading to the street are usually passed through the public, while those leading to the pesantren area are usually used by school residents.

Opposite the minimarket, lined to the west are two buildings that are dormitories for students and teaching staff. While in the south, a stretch of park and small forest walk the path to the dalem area (home of kyai descendants of the founder of the cottage.

In the middle, there is a large multi-purpose field. Half grassy and can be used for football. While the other half is wooden floor with auxiliary lines can be used for volleyball, basketball, tennis, badminton, and other sports.

It was the first day Muktar arrived in Blitar. Muktar has just completed her strata education. From childhood to adulthood, Muktar lived in a boarding environment in central Java. His parents only visited once a year.

He wants to change the mood. For this reason, when the pesantren in his hometown needed additional teachers, Muktar immediately applied even though graduation still had to wait for the day. He got on the train to Blitar as soon as the interview call arrived.

Who would have thought, he was immediately accepted that day. His interviewer Kyai was direct. Sahab. Kyai Sahab took her around with Hudi—another applicant who was also accepted.

Muktar continued to cast a glance in all directions. They walked down the Passageway that connects the buildings. Until finally, they reached the dormitory of the son.

"Floor one for staff and teachers. There is also a kitchen for staff. While the canteen for a meal is on the third floor to be fair," Kyai Sahab smiled.

They greeted the man sitting at the reception. Across the hall, there was another room. The lockers are lined with numbers according to the room number. Kyai Sahab explained that the picket officer will enter a package or letter there if anyone receives a package. The key is held only by the owner and the officer concerned. If the package is too large, the clerk will keep it in the office until it is taken.

"Well, that's practical! The setting is similar to the student dormitories in Japan that I once occupied" Muktar commented.

In my heart, Muktar admired this boarding school. When he was in kindergarten, he had studied in this place. In the past, the place wasn't this good. The land that is now a dormitory was once only a wilderness. Muktar often climbs its trees and makes it a hiding place when playing hide and seek.

During the fifth grade of elementary school, Muktar and his family moved to Central Java. Muktar continued his education at the boarding school there. However, Muktar's father was mutated back to Blitar when Muktar just entered High School.

Muktar decided to settle down. His family returned to their hometown. Not far from the cottage.

"So, did Mas Muktar ever go to college in Japan?" ask Hudi.

"Alhamdulillah, even if only a short semester for six months." Muktar smiled.

"That's great. I also want to travel abroad, but not in obedience" said Hudi.

"Let's go to your room!" bring Kyai Sahab.

He introduced them to the man standing guard at the reception desk. The man gave two— cards each - one for Hudi and Muktar. After explaining many things, Kyai Samad left. Muktar shared a room with Hudi.

Muktar himself actually wants to live with parents. However, his brother-in-law lives there. Muktar if he has to be home with his newly married sister. So, he chose to stay in the dorm.

Suddenly, Hudi pulled Muktar's arm, then said, "Well, this is a limited edition watch from the famous designer, right? There's only one pair of these editions. How did you get it?"

Interest was clearly reflected in Hudi's face. Muktar did not understand why his expression could come to such an end. The design of the watch is elegant and Muktar likes it. However, Muktar considers it the same as watches sold on the market.

"Gift from a friend" replied Muktar.

The watch was a gift from his younger brother. The girl gave it to him after Muktar finished his script trial. Muktar himself does not know about the brand of watches.

"Gift? Is that true? It's crazy!"

"Astagfirullah. Sorry, Mas. Not that I was presumptuous, but this is a boarding area. It would be nice if we keep the word," said Muktar. He was somewhat astonished by the reaction of his new friend.

"I'm sorry, I was so enthusiastic that I subconsciously said that." Hudi chuckled, "Who would be willing to give a twenty-one billion reward like this? Such a friend must be rare!"

"It's just a watch. Cook that expensive?" Muktar.

"If you don't believe me, you can check the internet or ask an expert who really understands watches. Anu, can you borrow it for a second?"

"certain."

Muktar took off the watch, then handed it to Hudi. Hudi's words made him think. He'll feel sad if it's true. He never gave anything to the girl. It felt, inappropriate if he received the equivalent of a luxury home.

"Oh, look! This detail, it's definitely genuine!" Hudi observes, then wears it, "Well, expensive watches are different! It's comfortable!"

Hudi seemed content to wrap the watch around his wrist. Then, he patted Muktar on the shoulder, then whispered, "Make sure to lock the room when you leave it! Anyone who recognizes this watch must be tempted to steal it."

"Astagfirullah. We are taught to constantly hushnudzon, not suuzan. Better to get rid of that prejudice. If the clock is lost, it is not my sustenance. After all, this is a pesantren area. God willing, its inhabitants also have Akhlakul Karimah."

Muktar answered him with calmness. He keeps a smile.

"Yes if you think so. What matters is that I told you." Hudi distanced himself. "Well, how do I look? Cool, right?"

Fashionable hudi with Muktar watches, restores elegant pretentious. He even asked Muktar to photograph himself with the focus of the pose accentuating the watch. Both are quickly familiar.

Muktar never thought that Hudi's warning was like an imminent prophecy. The watch is one of the things that will incriminate Muktar, making him unable to convict from the accusations directed at him.