The Musafir

Kana and Kina's Unresolved Issue

BIDADARI RIVER Utara nodded in agreement. “And you guys can visit me anytime at Mother Wira's house. I will see you if there are no sick people to serve.”

However, Kana and Kina seemed dissatisfied with the verdict. They try to forget their dark past by matching the Mantingan and the Angel of the North River, trying to present their fathers through the Mantingan and the Angel of the North River. However, their efforts have resulted in failure. Of course, that makes them disappointed.

“Let me deliver to the front of the gate, Sister.” The mantle stood up from his chair. “Kana, Kina, do you want to come?”

“Do not want,” replied Kina Ketus, while Kana just shook her head.

At that moment Mantingan could do nothing but just sigh deeply.

***

“Their words are good not to put too much into the mind, Sister.”

MANTINGAN OPENED a conversation as he crossed the flower garden with the Northern River Angel. The gate of the house is still far adrift, making it possible to have a conversation during the trip.

“I'm just worried they'll be disappointed.”

The mantle shook slowly. “They, they have gotten used to facing disappointment and can forget about it as soon as possible.”

Both Mantingan and the Northern River Angel slowed down the pace to prolong their conversation.

“They have to find a replacement figure for her parents, Brother. If not, I'm afraid Kana and Kina chose the wrong way of life.”

“I am also worried about the same thing,” Mantingan said while looking at his plants which from the shoots are now growing into mature plants. “Kurasa Sisters is the right replacement figure for both of them.”

“They are closer to you, Brother.”

“But my age could be soon.” Mantingan stopped looking at his plants, now put his gaze on the face of the veil-covered North River Angel.

“It was just an estimate Brother only. What if it turns out that the Antidote to the Unnamed Poison was successfully found and you got a long life?” The Northern River Angel had no problem with Mantingan staring at his face. He even looked at her.

“If that happens, I am very grateful ...”

“And if that happens, Kana and Kina will be safer with you.”

“But they need a woman more than a man, that is what Sister.” is

"Parents are naturally composed of men and women, it can not be separated.”

“I know.”

“And we can't put together.”

Silent. Other than the boisterous morning breeze carrying cold air and the sound of footsteps, there was almost no other sound. Both were silent for quite a while. They were not prepared to take care of Kana and Kina, that was the reality they had to accept. Both are aware, there is still a goal that must be fulfilled. Kana and Kina are just children who were accidentally discovered on the way, but are a test that is tough enough for both to face.

“Saudari, do you really like their existence? Answer my question honestly.”

The Northern River Angel took a breath before replying, “I am very happy. Only they can make me happy in Javadvipa. When I met them, I felt the entire burden on my back come off. And while parting with them, I felt the burden on my back reduced a lot. I feel my soul mate line is within them.”

The mantel stopped the move. “Then, take them to Champa.”

Bidadari Sungai Utara also stopped his steps. Replying to Mantingan's gaze with soft and soft eyes.

“I really wanted to do it, but I did not dare to risk their safety during the trip. If you want to know, I want them to be with me all the time. My instincts as a woman say to take care of two poor children until they become a useful figure for others.”

“Bring them.” Mantingan. “Marry you with your lover. Make them your adopted children. I'm ashamed to say this, but do it for my poor self.”

The North River Angel was silent for a while.

“I know, Sisters don't want to risk their safety. And I know very well that Sister's journey back to Champa was not a safe one. Therefore, I order Sister to train herself. Learn the science of sailing, so that those who hold the helm of the ship are their own sisters and not others. You know very well, that man is hard to believe, even myself hard to believe.”

A strong wind waving the long hair of Mantingan and Angel of the North River. Fly a little dry dust that has not been drenched in rain. Waving tree leaves, sometimes flying some of them. The wind bells let out a faint sound throughout the village.

“I'll do it, Brother,” said Angel of the North River among the boisterous winds. “For their sake and for our sake, I will do it.”

Mantingan is of course happy, but he must ask once again, “Do you have to, Sister?”

“No.” The Northern River Angel shook her head softly with her smile behind her veil. “I did this for myself too. Brother don't have to worry anymore. Everything's gonna be fine. Including yourself. You'll be fine.”

The mantel smiled before finally nodding. They went back on their way to the gate, which had never been felt that long.

***

THE WEEKS that Mantingan went through in the Wind Bell Village went by so wisely. The mantan began to study the second part of the Lotus Book after feeling enough to study the first part. During those few days, Mantingan plants began to grow buds. Mantingan also prepared his shop building to sell the flowers after the harvest later.

Within a short period of time, the Spells were reflecting the Magic Throw that he would sell as well. But for now, he no longer created new magic spells. Need to be recognized by him, making magic spells really cannot be done in the midst of busyness. Mantra making demands great feeling and concentration of mind. The average busy person is heartless.

During that time, Kana and Kina also experienced rapid development. Mantingan bought literary works for Kana to study. As for Kina, specifically every evening, Mantingan would come to the boy's room and teach him to read.

Kana after reading dozens of literary works underwent a change in his language style and vocabulary. He speaks like a literary expert who is friendly to poetry. The personality of the child also becomes a little more calm and authoritative. It made Kina impatient to be able to quickly read.

Once upon a time, Mantingan asked Kana, “I read a lot of literature, but not so like you who are good at poetry and playing words. What exactly are you reading, Kana?”

“Okaya, Kaka Mantingan who is worried, you really do not roll. Everything I read is a gift from you. Surely you have loved me the best literary book.”

The efforts of North River Angel and Wiranti in finding a cure for Unnamed Poison also increased which can be said not a little. Currently, Mantingan can use his inner energy even though not as much as he usually uses. But it's an interesting development. Their efforts begin to meet bright spots as the day progresses.