THE STRUGGLE OF A WIDOW

A BUSY DAY

In a hurry, Tio put on his work shoes until he almost fell on the floor. Ms. Mina who had been busy preparing breakfast at the dinner table accidentally caught the eye of Tio who was in the middle room was bowed to her work shoes.

Bu Mina then wondered what made the child so hasty as if he was being chased by thugs.

"Ma, I'm leaving first.. Assaalmualaikum's chat.." Pamit Tio was still in a hurry.

"Breakfast, son.." Ms. Mina raised her voice because Tio was already in the front doorway.

"Later in the office.." Shouts Tio passed

"What's wrong with that kid..?" Mumam Mina looked out of the house

Meanwhile, on the way, Tio kept glancing at the watch she was wearing. Today was his special day because he was successfully promoted to one of the large contracting companies in his city where he worked.

Tio did not want the first impression in his new position to be a bad impression because of his delay. Not without reason Tio woke up quite late than usual.

Last night she kept thinking about Susi who never returned her message asking when she returned from the village. Even the college holidays are over for another day.

Because he kept waiting for a reply to the message until he kept thinking about Susi who he missed, making it difficult to close his eyes even though the hajya was a moment even though the night was getting late.

Tio had just fallen asleep when time showed at three in the morning. Makes himself wake up bad.

***

By noon, the atmosphere in the meeting room became very lively with applause from all hotel staff.

A beautiful smile was etched sweetly on the lips of the Sultan. His prediction was right all along. Emil's presence must have helped him a lot after the head of administration and finance took a leave of absence.

Emil is very professional at work. Every job is always completed to completion. There is no word delay. And today, all employees are very happy because today's payroll is as synchronous as it was before.

There are even some who get bonuses from their hard work and additional returns are given on time to further improve the morale of employees.

All that is also thanks to Emil who previously sought approval from the Sultan as the owner of the five-star hotel.

"Thank you in advance for your effort and performance.." Said Sultan sincerely

"The same with Sultan.. I have promised in front of the father will work as well as possible to help advance this hotel.. And all that you have achieved today has not escaped the trust you have placed in me.." Said Emil no less sincere.

Mr. Sultan looked carefully at Emil's eyes and face. It seems clear by him the seriousness there without being made.

"Please excuse me, sir.." Pamit Emil glanced at the clock on her wrist.

"Yes please.." Answer the Sultan

Mr. Sultan continued to look at Emil's back which was getting away from his eyes. In the heart of the Sultan, I hope Emil is truly a professional. So he does not need to feel uncomfortable for his only daughter-in-law from his only child, Rayan.

In front of Emil's room, from a distance Emil saw a middle-aged woman standing with one of the hotel staff.

Emil slowed his footsteps that began to smoothly walk using high shoes and has indeed been aiming for progress since he took treatment with routine.

But not only that, Emil who feels comfortable, calm and cheerful with his activities, makes his health better.

But now, seeing someone who was right in front of his eyes, made himself come back as if depressed and squeezed.

Not even he had time to dodge, the eyes of a middle-aged woman accidentally saw Emil at the end of the room.

"Milk.." The woman approached with a big smile

"Sorry ma'am, I've banned him from entering but this mother is forcing.." Say it politely to the receptionist

Emil was far before had advised, if anyone wants to meet with him whoever it is, then it must be with his agreement first.

"Just like, work there again.." Answer Emil flat

"Good ma'am.. Excuse me.."

Emil stared flatly at the face of the woman in front of him. While those in the face only smile while occasionally glancing at all corners of the room where they are.

"What made you come looking for me..?" Ask Emil finally

The woman turned to look at Emil's face not liking his question.

"Ma.. I know how mom.. Your child also does not like mama to come with him because of the behavior of mama who does not want to nasehatin.." Emil said to be hooked

"Don't be rude to you Emil.. I am your mother-in-law.. Don't mess with you as old people.." Yakap

Emil breathed out softly to neutralize his feelings.

"Where do you know I'm here..?" Ask Emil slowly

" Where do you know it doesn't matter.. Mama here has important business with you.. Where's your room.." Ask her in-laws haughtily.

Emil tried to hold back his anger by walking past the in-laws without inviting him. His father-in-law followed Emil from behind.

"Please sit.." Emil said politely even though his heart was upset

The in-laws obeyed him sitting in the front seat of his daughter-in-law.

"I still have a lot of work.. What's it gonna take for you to come here.." Ask Emil quickly

The in-laws looked at him with a glance.

"Mama needs money.. Mama asks for a loan, later if Dion sends mama money, mama will change your money.." Say that woman casually

Emil's guess is right. That her mother-in-law went to see her would want money.

"Sorry ma.. I haven't paid.." Said Emil no less relaxed

Just sober made her in-laws straighten her body from her seat which all sat leaning back with her leisure.

"Emil.. You have a position here, of course you can apply for a loan.." Said his father-in-law in annoyance

"Sorry ma.. But I can't.. I've only been working here for a month.. Mama asked for the same Dion.. He'll have money.." Emil looked at his in-laws

"Where money from Dion..? You're working, of course Dion's deliveries are still there.." Said the in-law

"Sorry ma..Dion never gave me any more money.. That's why I work.. We will also be separated in the near future.." Answer Emil loudly

"What..? You guys want a divorce..?" His father-in-law was in disbelief

"If they split up, I can't get any more money.. Because only Emil can make Dion give me money.. That Brensek kid won't believe that I'm not gambling anymore.." Monologue

"Mama should be able to leave your mama's bad habits.. I really can't help Mama anymore to ask Dion for money with various lies to get money for mama.." Emil looked at his in-laws

"I've been lying a lot for the sake of getting the money, it's because of my mother's request.. And mama's promise, mama will only pay off all your gambling debts and will not gamble again.. But what..?"

"Until the end I had to fight with Dion over financial matters.. He accused me of his various assumptions.."

Embarrassed, her mother-in-law rushed out of Emil's room without a word. Making Emil kneel his forehead due to dizziness with the presence of the mother-in-law who was wrapped in debt.

To be honest, Emil still loves her husband. But because of the harsh words that came from her husband's mouth for her, made her leave without saying goodbye.

It all started from the two who did not really understand each other's character, in addition to the behavior of the mother-in-law who continued to whine and urge him to lie to the husband to get money from him.

***

Today Susi was forced to return to the city. But he came home by using the services of a bus because he did not want to be alone with Tio.

Moreover, he already knows from the sister that Tio is not the biological child of the aunt. His father and mother have explained the truth that they are not blood.

When Susi got off the bus, Susi then rushed to move to angkot to head to her old rented department. He intends to check his old contract to be able to occupy it again if it is still empty.

"Susi..?" There was a voice that he knew was calling his name from behind as he descended from the angkot

When she turned around, Susi was shocked and could barely move when she found out who was in front of her.

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