The Heart of Raisya

Faisal's parents

We sat in the living room, waiting for the arrival of Mas Faisal's parents. We were treated to drinks and snacks by the assistant.

"Please drink, Ma'am, Mas."

"Yes thank you, Ma'am."

Before I met Mas Faisal's parents, of course I didn't feel calm. I can't hide my tension.

10 Minutes later the sound of a car entering the yard of Mas Faisal's house. My heart is getting worse, because it is certain that the one who came was Father and Mother Mas Faisal.

"Assalamu'alaikum..."

"Wa'alaikum hail..." Answer us simultaneously.

Appeared a middle-aged couple, with a simple appearance. Mas Faisal's father, who wore glasses, with a posture that was not much different from Mas Faisal, but with a firm face. Apparently, Mas Faisal had a resemblance to his father. Her mother had the same tall posture as me, beautiful and smiling.

"It's Rendy, Dad! You remember, don't you?"

"Oh.. Which Junior High friend you used to be, Sal? Who often go to the PS main house, right?"

"Yes sir, just remember that we like to play PS. Hehe.. " Mas Rendy said.

"Yes, this is Rendy's wife, and that's her kids." Mas Faisal."

"Well, twins are the kids?"Mas Faisal's mother chimed. The twins kissed the back of Mom Mas Faisal's hand.

"Yes, Mom. Another one's still in the stomach." Answer Mas Rendy. Indeed after the twins' birthday Mbak Rindi test and the results are positive. Rindi is now 9 weeks pregnant

"Alhamdulillah Son, if this is?" Mas Faisal's mother pointed at me and at the same time I kissed the back of Mas Faisal's parents' hands.

"This is what Faisal said, Mom. Raisya this is still Rindi's cousin." Answer Mas Faisal.

"Occupy... Yeah-yes! That's sweet, Mashaallah. Come sit down, son." I just smiled at him. And we sit back.

"Sorry we went out because we met with customers at the hotel. Because in a week, I have a catering order at the hotel. So we're observing the place too."

"It's okay, Mom. We just arrived too. That's the twins so happy to mess around up front."

"Son Raisya, what's busy now?" I looked up, when I heard my name called. Because I was just looking down, hiding my nervousness.

"Yes, Mom?"

"What is busy now?"

"I teach in Junior High, still an honorary energy."

"As a teacher, son?" Father chimed.

"Mathematical Teacher, sir."

"Oh yeah, that's good! Who knows if there will be a windfall could be PNS."

We talk about school, work, the childhood of Mas Faisal and Mas Rendy and others. When Dhuhur arrived, Rindi and I prayed at Mas Faisal's house. Inside the house there is a small Mushola like in my house. The men went to pray to the Masjid which is not far from Mas Faisal's house.

After the prayer, Ma'am Rindi and I sat in the garden near the mango tree, but suddenly Alfan wanted a pup.

"Rai, please take care of Fia, Ma'am wants to take Alfan first."

"Yes, Mother."

I watched Fia who was busy chasing butterflies flying in the park. In this garden there are many kinds of flowers.

Suddenly Mother Mas Faisal approached me and sat down beside me.

"The weather's cloudy, son, so it's cold."

"Yes, Mom." My answer is a bit awkward.

"Son, Faisal told Mom. Mom and Dad never saw him bring a girl into this house. So, we were very worried that he would just be busy with his world, without thinking about his future. I was happy when Faisal told me about you, and had serious intentions with you. I was curious about the woman he meant. We really hope you guys are a match." Said Ms. Mas Fsisal while holding my right hand with both hands. It makes my heart shake. "So that he would accompany, because his friends also have many families. We also want to see him like his other brother."

"He didn't tell you, son. But yesterday afternoon when he called, he told Mom. Mother was actually also surprised.But when Mother told her Father, it turns out her father did not even bother about it. The most important thing was Faisal's feelings. And Faisal must have considered his decision. Our parents only support and pray. After all, I have met Nak Raisa in person. God willing Faisal would not choose wrong."

"Son, I'm sure you're a good man, Faisal's never been in love, yes if monkey love may have been. Please don't disappoint Faisal." My eyes glazed over with Mother Mas Faisal's gentle treatment.

"Goddess, Mom. Thank you for accepting Raisya, and for cheering us on. I still have many shortcomings, hopefully Mas Faisal can complete my shortcomings." I held back my tears from falling. Because I don't want to look whiny in front of Mas Faisal's mother.

"Aunty...! Fia wants to pee!" Fia's voice surprised me.

"Ah, yes let's take the aunt inside." I say goodbye to Mas Faisal's mother to go inside.

Soon Mas Rendy, Mas Faisal and his father returned from the Mosque. Then we had lunch together. There are several menus on the dining table. There are Balado eggs, rendang meat, Kikil soup, and Perkedel.

"Let's go, try Mom's cooking."

"I'm sorry we've been troubling ya, ma'am."

"Not at all, this is one of Faisal's favorite menus. And it just so happened that this morning there was an order of boxed rice."

"It's so good, Mom." Said Mas Rendy while trying kikil soup. We ate quietly without speaking again. Until it's finally finished.

When I was about to bring the dirty dishes to the kitchen, his mother stopped me.

"Don't, Nak Raisya! Let it be cleaned up with the others. You guys just rest. I'll go home in the afternoon, or if you want to stay over I'm very happy."

"Mas Rendy and Raisya come in tomorrow, ma'am. Oh yeah he said Faisal's sister still lives here. But I didn't see it, where was mom?

"Oh yes, Septi and her husband are returning home to his in-laws because there is an event. Mungin tonight or tomorrow just come back. Too bad he couldn't meet his sister-in-law's future huh."

"Yes, Mom. But pa-pa might see you next time.

Finally, Rindi and I rested in her brother Mas Faisal's room. The room is only occupied when the person comes home. Mas Faisal and Mas Rendy rest in Mas Faisal's room. When we rest, we cannot sleep. Fortunately, the twins were able to sleep, probably due to exhaustion. I told Ms. Rindi about my conversation with Ms. Mas Faisal.

"Faisal's parents are so nice, Rai? You're lucky to be accepted by them."

"Yes Ma'am, I'm so grateful."

"It looks like soon otewe pelaminan nih!" Said Rindi teasing me.

"What the hell, Ma'am! "

"Amin, it's Rai!" I am waiting in my heart.

It is not time for Ashar. We bathe and pray Ashar. After that we were ready to go home. We were brought by cookies and emping belinjo.

"Son, this is my own homemade pastry. Mother for two, let's share yes with Nak Rindi. send greetings back from us to your parents, Nak Raisya." Said Mas Faisal's mother, and rubbed my shoulder."Nak Rendy and Nak Rindi thank you, for helping Faisal."

"Yes, Mom, you're welcome. We'll go home first, we'll play again sometime."

We kissed the backs of Mas Faisal's parents' hands and left their homes.

"Thank you God, may this be the answer of my do'a-do'i." My mind is in my heart.

On the way home, we didn't talk much. Rindi and I fell asleep. The twins were playing in the back seat. We stopped at Rindi's house first. It's Maghrib time. We pray Maghrib. After praying, Mas Faisal and I said goodbye.

"Cal, take Raisya home safely! Just be careful if not, I fired jamu as a sister-in-law!" Threaten Mas Rendy, with a fierce pretentious tone

"Ish, how fierce is this sister-in-law! Yes, I will deliver it safely without any shortage."

"Good! Yes it's gone! Later Abi with Umminya waiting, thought his son kidnapped!"

We left Mas Rendy's house.

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