THE GRUDGE THAT BURNS

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Johan is still sitting leaning on the sofa belonging to ustadz Hamzah.Now it has entered the dzuhur time,ustadz Hamzah invited Johan to pray.Johan quickly agreed to the invitation of ustadz Hamzah.They also headed to a mosque that is not far from the house of ustadz Hamzah.It only takes five minutes to travel, they finally arrived at the mosque.

Before that, they were both ablution first.Decond ablution, they entered into the mosque.A man proclaimed Iqamah, then all the people who were in the mosque to perform dzuhur prayer.The imam is Ustadz Hamzah.

After the takbiratul ihram,ustadz Hamzah recited the Iftitah prayer.

" Bismilbornrahmanirrahim. “Allaahu Akbaru Kabiiraw Walhamdu Lillaahi KaTsiiRaw Wa SubHaaNallaaHi Bukrataw - Wa AsiiLa. Innii WajjahTu WajHiya LillaDzii FaThaRas-SaMaaWaaTi Wal Ardh Haniifam - Muslimaw Wamaa Anaa Minal MusyRikiin. Inna SolaaTii Wa Nusukii Wa MahYaaYa Wa MaMaaTii Lillaahi Robbil 'AaLamiin."

Then read Surah Al-fatihah.

" Bismilbornrahmanirrahim. al-amdu lillahi rabbil-‘amini. ar-ra awamir-ra pedim. mariki yaumid-din. iyyyaka na’budu wa iyyyaka nasta’in. ihdinaz-siratal-mustaqim. siratallajna an’a ‘alaihim gairil-magarbi ‘alaihim lawalaihim lawalaihim la lni. Aaminn."

"Aamiinnn."

"Bismilbornrahmanirrahim. Alam nasyrah laka shadrak, wawadha'naa 'anka wizrak,alladzii anqadha zhahrak, warafa'naa laka dzikrak,fa-inna ma'a al'usri yusraan, inna ma'a al'usri yusraan, fa-idzaa faraghta fainshab, wa-ilaa rabbika fairghab. Allahu Akbar."

After that, imam ruku' and prostrate until finally greetings.

"Assalamualaikum warahmatullah." said ustadz Hamzah, then he recited and prayed.After that they all shook hands and went home, except the mosque ,ustadz Hamzah and Johan.They also talked for a while until finally returning to the house of Ustadz Hamzah.

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Argana already has a letter of the land where his birth.And he has not had time to go to the house, because at this time he has a busyness.For example only today, today,today Argana and Biantara came to the location where he would build a Muslim fashion store.Building is almost finished, but there is a problem.

The problem is that the money that must be given to the workers was taken away by his men.And the demo workers asked for their rights.They will not continue the work if they have not earned a wage.Because of his agreement from the beginning,the wages will be given first after the completion of half the building.

And now Argana with Biantara is on site and dealing with the workers.

"Assalamualaikum warahmatullahi. Good day everyone." said Argana

"Waalaikumsalam warahmatulli wabarakatuh. Afternoon sir."that all the workers in unison

"Sir Arga, we want our salary now.Over this time we have worked hard.But we do not get a salary of one rupiah." said someone representing other workers

"Yes, give us our pay."that everyone's in unison

"We also need money."

"If it is not given, we will stop working now.But before quitting, we will still demand our salary."

Argana raised her hand telling them to calm down.Everybody calmed down after that.Then Argana said."You take it easy, I will still give you a salary now.And I hope, you do not stop working." said Argana calmly.

Argana then told Biantara to hand out envelopes containing money to them one by one.All the workers smiled sumringah after getting their salary.

"Thank you sir, we're going back to work" said the first man who said he wanted a salary earlier

"Tetap lah lah worked well and his cooperation.Excuse me."say Argana and replied the nod of the workers.Argana also left the place with Biantara.

He immediately headed to his office and talked about the important thing earlier with his assistant and secretary and the employees.After arriving in his room, Argana sat in the chair of the company leader.

"Assalamualaikum warahmatullahi. Good day everyone." said Argana after sitting down

"Waalaikumsalam warahmatulli wabarakatuh. Good afternoon sir."say everyone who was there.They saw their company leader sitting quietly.Unlike other company leaders, if there is a problem must be a big upset.Will but, like,it's very different to Argana.She sits quietly, very calmly.

"Do you know why you're gathering here?"ask Argana again

"If you already know, just go straight to the point.I will not be angry with you, do not tense.Relax alone." said Argana who saw the facial expressions of his employees tense.

Everyone who was there sighed calmly.

"Biantara, have you found Jordi yet?"ask Argana

"Already sir, I will bring him here soon." said Biantara and replied to a nod Argana.

After Biantara's departure, everyone was silent.Not long after,Biantara came with three men.Two men who were his men dragged a man who was five years old rather than Argana.Biantara men pushed Jordi to fall before Argana.

"Sir Argana, forgive me.I was forced to do it all, I really need the money sir." said Jordi apologized to Argana and rested near his feet.

Argana immediately stood up and said to Jordi."Why are you doing all this? What's the money for, Pak Jordi?"ask Argana

"I'm sorry sir, I used the money for my wife's medical expenses.She had to do the surgery and the cost was very expensive.That's why I used the money." Jordi said with a puffy face

"really? Biantara, find out the truth." said Argana to his assistant

Quickly his assistant sought his truth on his men.Not long after, Biantara said k to Argana."Sir, this man lied about the money, but he didn't lie about his wife getting into the hospital.He didn't use the money for his wife's medical expenses.He used the money for his personal use with the paid women."biantara explained

"Hmm..It turns out that you besides the hobby of betrayal, it turns out you also like to lie.Why should you lie? What's wrong with telling the truth." said Argana firmly but still sound soft

Jordi only bowed silently because her lies were known to Argana.

"I forgive your actions, if only you were honest from the beginning,and you actually used that money for your wife's medical expenses.Maybe I still keep you for work here.But it seems I changed my mind.Especially you're not a typical loyal man,and from now on I fire you.And immediately return the money that should be given to the workers.Then I will not imprison you." said Argana firmly

Then Argana looked at Biantara and said."Biantara, you pay the medical expenses of Jordi's wife.And tell the doctor to immediately operate her.The woman must recover so that she can be separated from this unfaithful man."

Everyone looked at Argana and had thoughts that were no different.

'How could Mr. Arga be that good.Should his Mr. Jordi be imprisoned only and do not need to finance the treatment of Jordi's wife.But what is this?' that's the thinking of all Argana employees

"Do you want to return the money or go to jail?"ask Biantara to Jordi

"I don't have any more money, sir." said Jordi with her head bowed

"In that case, you'll have to take responsibility for what you did to the police station. Take him." said Biantara and immediately ordered to his men

"But, Pak ...??"jordi said he stopped because the Biantara men held his arm and took him out

"Sir Arga, forgive me sir.I confess wrong, please do not imprison me." shouted Jordi who was taken out of the room forcibly.

Argana and all her employees.

"I reiterate to all employees.If anyone has difficulty in the economy, please face me.And do not do the same deeds as Jordi.Say it directly to me,I'll be happy to help you." said Argana. "A little while home, just get here to our meeting. Assalamualaikum warahmatullahi. Good afternoon."

"Waalaikumsalam warahmatulli wabarakatuh. Good afternoon sir."sahut Argana employees simultaneously

Then Argana returned to her room and took her bag.And cleaned all the files that were on her desk.Then she glanced at the clock, it was time to go home.She also came out of her room and walked along with Biantara.

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