Taint

Arriving At Home

The rain flushed with a rush, repeatedly thunderous lights blaring violently. The wind blew fiercely carrying a bone-chilling cold. Due to the hostile nature, Kaivan and his friends fail to set up a tent. They're in the gazebo.

Actually, the new clock shows at 07:00 p.m. However, the atmosphere felt gripping because everywhere was just darkness. The beam is only in the gazebo, it is not bright.

"Kai, what's the fate of the girl?" chirp Nakula. After hearing Kaivan's story, he paid little sympathy to Nadhea.

"Of course." Kaivan answered the origin. Not because they don't care, but trying to shake off their worries.

Then they all looked at each other. There was no sound anymore, just saying prayer stanzas for someone named Nadhea.

"Although not expecting a third meeting, but I hope you are fine. If you do love me, please grant me hope," Kaivan said as he stared at the rain, as if he had left his message there.

The clock hand kept turning until it arrived at the number twelve. The rain had subsided, even with lightning and wind. Nakula and the others started to shut down, but not Kaivan. He lay down, but his eyes were wide open. He was still thinking about Nadhea. Is he safe? Or just suffer the bad luck?

Kaivan covered his face with both hands, as much as possible to expel bad prejudices.

"You must survive! Remember, you promised to return my jacket, "inner.

At the same time, in a different place, Nadhea was sitting in front of a mirror while staring at her reflection. The polished sweet face smears thin, the long hair is simply stroked, as well as black shirts and red blazers wrapped around his body. After looking at his own face, Nadhea switched to staring at the screen of the phone that was held. There, a clear photo of Kaivan smiling while looking at the camera.

"You're funny when you're angry" said Nadhea.

"Sorry, yes, Kai, if my attitude irritates you. I am comforting myself with lies. I want people to know that I'm a tough girl." Nadhea rubbed Kaivan's photo slowly. "I'm so amazed by your nature" he continued with a fluffy smile.

After looking at Kaivan's photo, Nadhea turned off her phone and looked down. Then, massage the temple and try to forget the people who make his life uncomfortable. Shortly after, the door of the room opened from outside. Nadhea looked up and looked at the figure that came to her.

"We're flying tonight!"

"Yes." Yeah." Nadhea answered while moving. Then, snatching sling bags and cell phones. Then, the two stepped out of the room.

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The next day, Kaivan and his friends continued the climb. Although forced to leave during the day because of the rain last night, but their journey smoothly up to Post 4 or Sembalun Field Post. From Post 2 to Post 3 took 4 hours, while from Post 3 to Post 4 took almost 5 hours. On the way to Post 4, Kaivan and his friends often rest under the evergreen trees that line the beautiful there. In addition to breathing, they also take advantage of the opportunity to take photos.

Upon arrival at Post 4, they were treated to a stunning view—Lake Segara Anak. Incidentally, when it did not go down the fog, so the panorama can be enjoyed perfectly. Kaivan and his friends arrived there at 04:00 p.m. So, they decided to rest and continue the climb tomorrow.

From Post 4 to Puncak Rinjani takes between 5 to 6 hours. The track is very steep and the air is getting colder, so it requires extra stamina and extra supplies to reach there. That's why, Nakula invites his friends to rest while preparing provisions.

After spending the night at Post 4, they continued their journey from 02:00 a.m. Luckily, the weather was very friendly.

At 09:00, they arrived at Rinjani Peak. Satisfied smiles on each other's lips. Although tired, but now paid already. They arrive at the highest position and can enjoy the beauty of nature freely.

After enjoying all the charms at the top, Kaivan and his friends return home. Although the distance is the same, it decreases much faster than when climbing. They only took a day and night to arrive at Sembalun Village.

The next day, they returned to the hotel and launched a second agenda, namely enjoying culinary and buying souvenirs for the family at home. Tired and tired they do not feel, let it fade with satisfaction over the achievement of a desire.

Currently, the clock has shown at 01.00 in the morning. Elbi and Kennan had already fallen asleep, but Kaivan was still awake. His heart was too happy, so there was no desire to fall asleep. In addition to his dream of climbing Rinjani has been achieved perfectly, his feelings are relieved because Nadhea is fine. Evidently from the delivery of a jacket that landed perfectly in place.

"Thank God, you want to grant my wish" Kaivan muttered as he looked at his jacket wrapped neatly in clear plastic. According to Kaivan's guess, Nadhea did not wash it herself, but used laundry services.

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"Sister Kai! I miss." Athreya ran and ran into the arms of Kaivan, who had just set foot in his house.

"I was very worried at that time, afraid Kak Kai why. Don't go around anymore huh, sister," Athreya pinta.

"Silver's gonna be fine, Reya." Kaivan rubbed the top of Athreya's head with a big smile.

"Thank God for protecting you, son. It feels like Mother's heart has been dislodged at that time," Kirana said.

"I'm sorry, Mother, Papa, Reya. I've got you all worried." Kaivan looked at his parents and sister in turn.

"There is no need to remember anything bad. Come quickly, Auntie has prepared your favorite meal!" Darren.

"I'll take a shower first, Pa" Kaivan replied.

Today, he has returned from Lombok and his parents picked him up at the airport. Now, they're asking for a meal together, but Kaivan will clean up first.

"Mother, Reya!" call Kaivan when he sees his mother and sister going to the dinner table.

"Yes, Brother."

"I have a little gift. Opened yuk!" take Kaivan with a smile.

Athreya followed her brother enthusiastically and Kirana followed. Shortly thereafter, Darren joined in. Rather than being alone at the dinner table, he thought.

A moment later, the four of them arrived in front of Kaivan's room. When the door was wide open, Kaivan's sweet smile was perfect. After wandering for days, he finally returned to the private palace.

"I'll take a shower, Mother." Kaivan said as he placed a large bag onto the sofa.

"Yes." Yeah."

"Have it been here, brother?" Athreya asked as she pointed at her brother's bag.

"Yes, open it!" Kaivan took off the shirt and passed towards the bathroom.

Kaivan soaks briefly in warm water to release fatigue due to a long journey. While staring at the ceiling of the room, he recalled some of the souvenirs purchased last night. Songket fabric, Lombok t-shirts, seaweed dodol, and the most special is the Lombok pearl bracelet, which is purchased specifically for his mother and sister.

"May Mother and Reya like it" Kaivan murmured.

While Kaivan was still enjoying the immersion, suddenly the door was knocked hard, complete with a high shrill Kirana sound.

"Yes, Mother" said Kaivan. Although a little reluctant, but he got up and wrapped his body with a towel.

"I haven't had a bath yet, Mother. Why not later anyway?" kaivan protests after opening the door.

"What are you doing in Rinjani?" kirana asked loudly and firmly.

"Yes, climb, Mother." Kaivan scratched his head, feeling astonished by his mother's question. He did not make a mistake, but the gaze was as if cornered.

"Explain what this is, Kaivan!" Darren spoke up. He stared intently while showing the two items that made Kaivan die a step.

"Oh no," inner Kaivan. Spots of warm water that soaked his body, now decayed and replaced with cold sweat.

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