THE PEARL RETURNED IN A HUG

Chapter 14 The Proposal to Walk Smoothly

Saturday night after the restaurant where Pomegranate and Nani work closed, they were picked up by Mr. Rangga's car. Mr. Rangga brought two cars. One car for a place filled with a set of offerings driven by P Agus accompanied by Monica and Nani. One more car driven by Mr. Budi carrying Mr. Rangga sitting in front. Mama Martha, Angel, and Pomegranate. The journey is very smooth until Semarang at 07.00 WIB. Pomegranate delivered to the front of the house.

" Ma, Pomegranate go home first" said Pomegranate as she kissed Mama Martha's hand in reverence.

"Let's rest tonight we come, say our salute to your parents. Also the intention of our arrival with the group," said Mama Martha.

"yes, Ma. Pomegranate will deliver," replied Pomegranate.

"Pa, Angel's coming with Mama down ?" ask Angel with red eyes.

"No Angel! Later that night," said Rangga gave an understanding.

"Mama," said Angel asking for help by hugging tightly.

"Angel, go to Mama's house later tonight after bathing and changing the princess clothes we bought yesterday, ' said Pomegranate stroked Angel's long hair.

"But the night Angel slept with Mama?" angel replied pleading.

"Ask Papa Angel" said Pomegranate.

" Pa, can you go to bed later that night Angel Mama ?" ask Angel.

"May," said Rangga with a smile.

"Thank you, Pa," replied Angel happily.

Pomegranate down among Mr. Rangga.until in front of the door Pomegranate knocking.

Tok tok tok tok

The door opened appeared Mr. Brata.

"Fifth, my son are you home son?" said Mr. Brata surprised.

"Yes, Sir. Among Mr. Rangga," replied Pomegranate.

'Thank you Mr. Rangga for delivering Pomegranate. Let's go in, please" said Mr. Brata giving way at the door.

"Thank you, sir. I'm sorry first assalamualaikum," replied Rangga while posting the body.

Pomegranate and Mr. Brata released the car until it was no longer visible.

Mr. Brata came in and shouted.

"Mom, Pomegranate's home!"

Mother and sister came out. They are happy to welcome the arrival of Pomegranates. Especially Mother Sukma. Sukma's mother cried and the sisters hugged Pomegranate.

Ibu Sukma held and sat in the living room chair.

"How are you, son ? Why go home without telling you first?" ask Sukma Mother.

" Mom and Dad, I'm sorry Pomegranate came home today. Mama Martha and Pak Rangga's Family send greetings of respect to Father and Mother. They will come for the silahturahmi later that night after Isyak" Pomegranate explained.

"Who's Mama Martha, Pomegranate?" ask Sukma Mother.

"Mama Martha is Mr. Rangga's mother-in-law" replied Pomegranate.

"What exactly is their purpose for coming tonight, Pomegranate ?" ask Mr. Brata seriously.

" They came to propose to Pomegranate, sir, ' replied Pomegranate slowly.

"Alhamdullilah, Mother's son has asked. We're happy, sir?" said Ibu Sukma happy.

"Yes, Mom. I am also happy that you are always happy, ' replied Mr. Brata with a fluffy smile.

"But Father and Mother, Mr. Rangga is a widower with a 5-year-old daughter," Pomegranate said, saying he was afraid if he would disagree.

"A widower is just a name that he bears," said Mr. Brata did not mind.

"Pak Rangga is a good man, son. Sorry if I did not tell you, because it was forbidden by Pak Rangga's sister, said Ibu Sukma.

"It is forbidden to tell what, ma'am ?" ask Pomegranate.

"Son, actually every month Mr. Rangga's sister always gives sebako to our family. The sumbako is enough for one month he said he took care of Mr. Rangga," said Mr. Brata explained.

The pomegranate was silent. Actually there is anger, because, Mr. Rangga is not honest with him. The feeling was stored so as not to affect his heart for later tonight.

"Pak Rangga has bought it, Bu," said Pomegranate took a bag with a famous clothing store brand. Five plastic packs were given to Sukma's mother. Sukma's mother divided her three children. They try and fit. One is given to the Father and the mother of Sukma himself. After trying to look good. The Pomegranate family is very happy.

"What do we do for food, Pomegranate ?" ask Sukma Mother.

"Sorry, Mom. Mr. Rangga has ordered a menu at his Resto which opens a branch in this city. Orders will be delivered at five in the afternoon" Pomegranate said.

"Then you rest first. You want to go to RT's father's house so he can come tonight," said Mr. Brata.

Pomegranate stood up and went into the room followed by the sisters who brought some bags and other items . Arriving in the room Pomegranate told to take out the contents. Pomegranates take new bed linen. Leave it to the Tutut to replace with the old bed sheet on the Pomegranate bed. Wendy swept the floor and changed the window curtains. Isabel's great sister sat on the chair watching her brothers busy. Once tidy Pomegranate sat on the bed surrounded by her sisters.

"Wendy, Brother Pomegranate ask for help to buy flowers Sedap Nights Rp 300,000,- in the Rose Shop near the red light T-junction can?" ask Pomegranate.

"So, you know, Wendy will ride a bike" replied Wendy.

Pomegranate took wallet issued money Rp 400,000,-.

"This is the rest kept for your snacks!" said Pomegranate.

"Okay sister, Wendy is leaving now" replied Wendy.

"Knee, please make me some hot sweet tea and there are 3 boxes of brownies to eat. For tea and brownies you can put on the table. It's money for your snacks" said Pomegranate, handing over a hundred thousand

"Sir, thank you" replied Tutut and died in Pomegranate's room with a brownie to the kitchen.

Pomegranate looked at his youngest brother who was still faithful sitting on the chair and Pomegranate called out to him.

"Isabel, here! " said Pomegranate, "Later tonight there is a friend Isabel his name is Sister Angel, invited to play yes" said Pomegranate.

"Yes, brother," replied Isabel briefly.

"It's money for Isabel, but it was left to Mom first . Sometimes to buy toys," said Pomegranate.

"Thank you, sister" said Isabel, then ran to find her.

Pomegranate took a change of clothes, immediately headed for the bathroom. About thirty minutes Pomegranate came out of the bathroom. Seen at the table there is tea, brownies, rice with vegetables and side dishes. The pomegranate finished the dish, because it was already starving. In the chair there was already a bunch of delicious flowers night brought to the kitchen to be assembled.

Sedap Malam flower arrangement is placed in the living room and room. Then Pomegranate closed the door to rest.

Tok tok tok tok

Pomegranate awake from his sleep. The wall clock is at 14:00. He has not yet prayed dhuhur. His feet stepped to the door and Tutut was already there.

"Sister, this is Tutut's lunch on the table, yes" Tututut said. The retreating pomegranate gave way for Tutut to pass by.

"Thank you, Brother pray first," said Pomegranate then closed the door. After prayers and lunch, Pomegranates bring dirty dishes to the kitchen. There were some neighbors who helped my mother.

Pomegranate nodded politely giving his greetings. After washing the dishes Pomegranate approached Mother Sukma.

"Mom, what can Pomegranate help you with?" ask Pomegranate whispered

" No need, son. You go with Madam Sri just go to her salon!" said Ibu Sukma gave the order.

"Well, ma'am," said Pomegranate entered the room to pick up his wallet and followed Madam Sri from behind.

In the salon Pomegranate gets a little treatment. From creambath, facials, and stretches.

"Dik Pomegranate I will make a bun in a modern and simple style" said Mbak Sri.

" Sorry, Ma'am. Can I pray first?" ask Pomegranate.

" Can, Brother. Let me drop off,". said Sri.

After performing the prayer, Pomegranate was immediately embraced and in her makeup.

Pomegranate returned home with Mbak Sri to wear the kebaya that Kak Rangga had prepared since yesterday.

At half-time Kak Rangga's group has arrived. They were met by Father and Mother along with several neighbors who were invited. After conveying his intention. The pomegranate came out of the room being held by her sisters. Pomegranate looks beautiful with red kebaya, sitting on the side of the Father and Mother.

Pomegranate is ready to be applied by Mr. Rangga. Wedding plans for Sunday. The proposal is over and the group returns home, but leaves Angel intent on sleeping with Pomegranate.