SUKMA: The Deal With the Devil

Foul Intellect

After that, usually the residence of the mother feels quiet, even though the old woman lives with her children, daughter-in-law, and one granddaughter who has gone to college. Now, the atmosphere feels different thanks to the presence of his children who came from Jakarta and Tangerang. They were joking, talking about the great success achieved during that time. Not to forget, the four brothers also compete with each other to boast the achievements of their children. Some have successfully studied abroad, some have received high positions in SOE companies. Mother is proud of the achievements of her sons and daughters. He is also grateful, his four children successfully grasped the world through his teachings using black magic and black magic.

Moving on at midnight, the couple and the children of the four brothers were already sound asleep. Meanwhile, my mother and her children are still awake. They gathered in Mother's room, talking about Mr. Risman who had just returned home this time after many years. Bi Yati only smiled cynically, even underestimating her brother's progress.

"Oh, he's just selling pecel catfish, really. Why worry. After all, until whenever the tradesman will not be able to compete with the big companies we have," said Bi Yati.

"But from there he will believe more, if God can also give wealth. Whereas from the past, we do not like if he holds the promise of the Father. Anyway, as long as he is still on the straight path, we must give him a lesson so as not to be holy-spirited" said Wa Agus.

"Hm, okay. So, now you're still curious about destroying Risman's life?" ask Bi Yati.

The three brothers agreed in unison.

"Just for free. You're just wasting your time destroying Risman. He will be difficult to send as long as he does not believe in the same supernatural things, plus there is a demon boy. What was his name?" ask Bi Yati.

"Sukma" replied Mom briefly.

"Well, yeah. Sukmas. According to my vision, the boy had already killed people many times. Let alone a man without black magic, some shaman he has vanished. I don't want to die silly just for sending a witch to Risman" Bi Yati explained.

"So, should we just shut up? I died instead of seeing Risman become a rich man. The song must be a holy pretentious as the Father," said Wa Seto.

"OK, so you still want to destroy the Risman? What do you have plans now?" bi Yati asked as if challenging.

"Emak has a plan to take Sukma from Risman, then drain his power," replied Emak confidently.

"That's it, Mom? I'm sure it won't work. Want as much as possible the strength of the boy is drained, as long as the Risman does not believe the same supernatural things, yes it is difficult," said Bi Yati cynically.

"Keep, how should we go?" asked Bi Neneng starting to get anxious.

"We can use the child so that Risman believes the same supernatural thing again and his faith is weakened. That way, we'll send his benefits easily. Didn't we want to make Risman do polytheists like us? Why don't we try to make him believe that his son, the Sukma, can bring salvation and wealth?" bi Yati Proposal.

"Hm, there is a point also you, Yati," said Wa Agus nodding reverently.

"Once in a while use your science of discernment, deh. I'm sure, you guys must have seen the same thing about that kid. He was born to mislead mankind into walking the path of his father, the devil. The purpose of being born in this world is to seek because and make people do not believe in God. Why don't we make it easy for the devil's purpose to come true?" bi Yati.

"Well, you're really smart, Yati! Why don't I think about it, huh?" chirps Wa Seto.

"Alright, from now on we make Sukma as a tool to make it easier to use the Risman. I'm sure, with Yati's advice, our efforts will be successful this time," said Wa Agus.

Bi Yari smiled proudly, her words were echoed by her brother and mother. Next, they planned everything to use Mr. Risman. According to Mother, the use will run more smoothly when the holy month of Ramadan is over. The four children also racked their brains in order to use the time for two days to weaken Mr. Risman's faith and make him believe in the supernatural again.

Meanwhile, at Abah's residence, Sukma was again afflicted with anxiety after waking up suddenly. To ease his anxiety, he came to Abah's room. For some reason, his little heart said that his grandfather could give him peace tonight.

In the room, Abah was sitting on the edge of the bed, looking at a picture of his dead wife. Sukma sat next to Abah and looked at a picture of his mother, Bu Inah. Abah, who noticed Sukma's arrival, rubbed the girl's head with a smile.

"Eh, Grandpa. Why come here? Dedek can't sleep?" asked Abah in surprise.

Sukma shook weakly. "Dedek doesn't know, Abah. Dedek hard bobo again. Dedek is still worried, you will be colonized by Mother, the same brothers also."

"Maybe Dedek was too anxious, so it's hard bobo again. Take it easy, your father will not do anything as long as he is diligent in worship and confident in God" said Abah.

"Really, Abah? You won't do anything?" ask Sukma doubtfully.

"Yes, Mr. Dede will not do anything," said Abah assured. "The evidence all along, Mr. Dedek has never been seriously ill, right?"

"Yes too, Bah. At most you only get a fever like a cold, it's also only three days," said Sukma.

"Well, now Dedek doesn't have to worry anymore. Mr. Dedek will be fine. Dedek better get some more sleep. It will be half-four, right, it must be sahur. There is only one day left to fast," said Abah.

"Good, Bah. Then Dedek went back to Mom's room. Thanks, yes, Bah, has made Dedek's heart calm," said Sukma saying goodbye.

Abah nodded, then Sukma rushed outside the room. After his grandson left, Abah pondered for a moment, thinking about his daughter's words about Sukma. He believed that the little girl was different from the other children. Seen from his anxiety at Mr. Risman, Abah was sure, that the premonition of Sukma was indeed true.

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The sun shone, shining a blue sky. Sukma plays with Atikah on the porch. While engrossed in playing, Sukma accidentally saw a small child with a body drenched in blood passing in front of Abah's house. He frowned, then patted Atikah on the shoulder.

"Seez, did you see that kid?" ask Sukma with wide eyes.

Sukma moved from the terrace, then walked to the front of the yard of the house. He waved at Atikah, trying to get her to him. Atikah also walked up to Sukma, then turned to his sister to see the person in question.

"Tuh, Tea. Lookie! He's going there again!" sukma pointed towards the road.

"Nothing, Deck. Teteh just look at mothers who carry ketupat," Atikah said convincingly.

Sukma looked at Atikah with a frowning forehead. "Don't really see?"

Atikah shook his head quickly. "No."

"Yeah ...."

"Udahlah, Deck. Meningan we play again on the terrace," said Atikah, then turned around and walked towards the terrace.

"But, Tea. She ...."

"Come on!" take Atikah while pulling Sukma back to the terrace.

Sukma followed Atikah, but his mind was still on the little boy. He plays while daydreaming, his mind is not focused.

When Atikah went inside to fetch water, Sukma got a chance to go to meet a child full of blood that passed in front of Abah's house. He hurried away, then followed the boy he had seen. It was not far from Abah's home.

Sukma called on the blood-soaked child to stop. Apparently, the boy did not hear it at all. It keeps going. The more pursued Sukma, the faster his pace. Sukma really didn't understand the boy.

Far enough away Sukma walked, the little boy he was chasing disappeared in Mother's house. The little girl was flabbergasted, looking at the terrifying residence in her eyes. He turned back to return to Abah's house. However, his steps were immediately stopped by the presence of Bi Neneng who had just returned home to buy food.

"Eh, Sukma Deck. Why would you even go back? Come on, let's go inside!" take Bi Neneng with a friendly.

"Ng .. No, Bi. Later Mr ... Mr ...." Sukma.

"Look, your father will come here. Yesterday, right, your father said, tomorrow he said he wanted to come here again," Bi Neneng persuaded.

"But, Bi. Later Ibu nyariin Dedek," reject Sukma subtly.

"They won't worry, either. They must know, if Dedek played here," Bi Neneng persuaded again, this time the tone is more subtle.

Sukma was silent for a moment. Bi Neneng's attitude which was much different from yesterday, made him gamang. Sometimes he looked behind Bi Neneng, no more crocodiles there.

"Where? We go inside?" tanya Bi Neneng looked at Sukma's eyes.

The little girl nodded, and was led by her aunt into the house. Although Bi Neneng's attitude changed, the atmosphere of Mother's house still remained the same. It was quiet, even though there were many people in it. Indeed, in the morning the dedemites did not appear. So no wonder if Sukma did not see any of the subtle creatures roaming around.

Once inside the house, Sukma was very well welcomed by the owner of the house and the brothers Pak Risman. The terrible forms brought by them yesterday are no longer visible to the Sukma. Bi Neneng told Sukma to sit on the sofa, then chat a lot of things. Not to forget, Bi Yati joined the hoarding, chatting casually with her little niece. The originally awkward atmosphere turned to liquid, even Sukma felt no doubt to ask about the animals of Pak Risman's brother.

"Well, where were the animals you brought yesterday?" ask Sukma innocently.

"Ah, that. They are just ignorant dedemits who happen to follow Uwa. Last night, we kicked them out of here" replied Wa Agus.

"Oh" said Sukma.

"Yes, Sukma Deck. I think Dedek can see ghosts, huh?" ask Bi Yati.

"ghosts? What is a ghost?" ask Sukma.

"The ghost is a living creature like us, but cannot be seen with others. We can also see the ghost of Kayak Dedek, you know," explained Bi Yati.

"Yes?! So, can you see what Dedek saw, too?" Sukma was stunned while smiling widely.

"Of course" replied Wa Seto.

"Well! Uwa same Aunty is not afraid to see them?" ask Sukma.

"Yes no. Sometimes they can be ordered. Why fear?" bi Neneng.

Seeing Sukma's expression that seemed happy because he had relatives with similar abilities, Wa Seto also grinned. Bi Yati's initial plan to trap Sukma was already successful. Mother was relieved, her target boy was easily conquered by Bi Yati's ingenuity.