When Talak Has Spoken

Chapter 77 The Coming of Bisma

A feeling of emptiness seeps into the heart of Bhishma as soon as it sets foot into the house where it was born until it grows into an adult human being. For two years he had never visited there since continuing his education to serve in a new place.

There are still memories and shadows of Ajeng that until this moment has not been completely separated from his mind. Time does run away, but not with the heart and taste still left.

During this time he did close the information about Ajeng by diverting all thoughts to throw the figure who was still enthroned in his mind. He is very confident that Ajeng has been happy with his new choice and life.

He has no desire to start again. There are still many things that he must consider to find a companion for life.  Although the closeness he and Siska have made many assumptions in the work environment, it does not make it easy for Bhishma to open up to the friendship offered by anyone including Siska.

The hustle and bustle of workers who began to put up tents for Mayang's wedding was so obvious to welcome his arrival. With a makeshift backpack, Bisma entered the yard of the house that began to crowded.

“Eh nak Bisma .. “ a fresh Early call coming out from inside the house stops its sideways steps at the entrance.

“Assalamu’alaikum aunt .... “ Bhishma salutes the deceased papa's only sister who is quite close to him.

“Wa’alaikumussalam,” bright smile etched on the face of the tande Dini who looks still fresh in his old age, “How is the news Good?”

“Alhamdulillah aunty,” Bhishma returned aunty Dini's smile while nodding her head.

“Udah long time no see, the more sueger aja you,” aunt Dini keep perceiving it, “Mamu said, after Mayang you will soon be married .... “

Bisma smiled as she shook her head to hear the words of Aunt Dini who began to digress. He himself had never talked about his future and the woman who would accompany him in the future.

“Eh ... when did you arrive Le?” the voice of Mr. de Susilo his mother's brother interrupted both.

“Barusan pak de ... “ quickly Bisma answered it.

A low boisterous voice was increasingly heard from the family room. Seeing the existence of pak dhe Susilo and his family and aunt Dini made Bisma sure that the big family began to enliven his mother's house which was usually quiet.

“I go in first mr de, aunt ... “ without expecting a second answer Bhishma walks into a house that is getting festive with the decor that began to be arranged.

From a distance he saw his mother who was coordinating with several women including one of them Ranti's aunt who was sitting in the family room.

Not wanting to waste time, Bisma darted upstairs to her room. He wanted to clean himself up first. The trip from Bogor to Surabaya made him feel sultry. Moreover, Surabaya has not been hit by rain in the past month, making the hot weather stinging.

He wanted to take a shower first before chatting with his extended family. He could not hide the heartbeat began to chase making him hold his breath trying to neutralize his feelings.

He had not seen the figure he wanted to avoid. Although everything is very unlikely. Moreover, Ajeng's closeness with his family makes them not want to put aside Ajeng in their lives. Inevitably, this time Bhishma must be ready if time finds them back.

“When to?” mayang's question welcomed his presence as he sat beside the stunned mama unexpectedly.

“Udah an hour ago,” replied Bisma casually.

Her eyes focused on a little girl sitting sweetly playing barbie next to her mother.

Kontan alone Nurita was fixated to see the presence of Bisma that was unexpected. The happiness mixed with annoyance stirred up his feelings. How not, Bhishma had secluded herself without ever visiting her while completing her education in London.

Indeed, their communication is very smooth and intense through mobile phones. But the longing for the presence of the son made him unable to hold back the tears of seeing the arrival of his youngest son who was lost from the sight of the eye.

In reality their meeting in Bogor would not take away her longing as a mother to her own son.

“Basic jerky,” punch mama makes Bisma chuckle.

He immediately hugged the shoulder of his mother who was still upset because of her stubborn attitude that did not want to go home before her education which took almost three years was completed.

“Darling, see who's next to eyang?” nurita's voice called for her beloved granddaughter who was still engrossed in her world.

Lala immediately turned her eyes to her omana. Her beautiful eyes looked at Bisma with a confused feeling.

“Dad ... “ his soft voice is heard slowly in the ears of Bhishma.

Bisma waved her hands while standing hoping that her little daughter would come closer.

Lala quickly ran to him with a smile that turned into a wide laugh from her cute face.

Hap ....

Bhishma immediately grabbed and grabbed Lala tightly. A sense of happiness and warmth flowed through his heart. Just this time he felt a very big longing immediately treated by the presence of his little angel who had not met for a long time.

The smell of baby powder spoils his sense of smell.  He breathed his daughter's tenderness with a feeling that was hard to describe. The taste of the haru invoking filled the chest.

Love and unfortunately increasingly see the growth and development of his daughter who had only been seen through his mother's phone.

“Heat dad ... “ soft sound Lala makes Bhishma aware.

She quickly let go of her embrace and carried Lala sitting on her lap back next to Nurita.

“Your son is already this big. You are still thinking about yourself ...” Nurita said seriously while looking at Bisma sharply.

Irma's wife dhe Susilo rose from his seat to let the small family mingle with each other to let go of longing after a long separation.

“True mah,” by Mayang fast.

“But I did not neglect his daily needs ma ...” bela Bisma instantly.

His fingers stroked Lala's dense black hair. Her daughter is so henchman in her lap, because Bisma gave her her phone so Lala could watch her favorite cartoons.

“Dad, Lala wants ice cream ...” her attention on the phone is diverted once she sees an ice cream advertisement appear on the screen she is watching.

“Then I can't eat ice cream anymore .... “ Mayang wiggled one finger with a stern expression.

“Come, let's go find ice cream ... “ casually Bhishma raised her little daughter and carried her to take her away.

“Dad, Lala is already big..” Lala protests with her father's attitude who holds tightly.

“Kaka, later scolded mother you know ... “ Mayang looked sharply at Bhishma.

The heart of the bisma beats instantly. But I haven't met the guy. Hearing Mayang's words made him look at his daughter with a clingy who was now bowed lethargic.

“Mother has said. You can eat ice cream once a day. Last afternoon it was already ...” Mayang voice immediately softened to see his guttered figure staring at the floor.

He realized that only this time the interaction occurred between the father and the child. How could he break his heart the first time he met his father.

“Pardon my dear mami... “ see a sad face on the pretty face Lala who he used to call mami to her, make Mayang aware, “Kaka can buy ice cream with dad. But promise, eat only one. The rest can be saved for tomorrow again yes ..”

Mayang's voice instantly softened, making Lala lift her face. His eyes that had been foggy, instantly brightened back.

“Thank you beautiful mom ...” Lala hugged Mayang tightly.

“Mark seduce now yes...” Mayang giggled while kissing the forehead of the pound lovingly.

“If om Dimas stopped by here so as not to jewel his ears,” Nurita said full of jokes, “Mosok grandson oma tajarin who is not real.”

“Berih ma,” Mayang replied quickly, “Let's already aged, mama is still beautiful. Ask the same Om Dasuni pensioner TNI whose house is the end. Often nanyain mama ..”

“Ck ck .... “ Nurita shook her head to hear Mayang say.

Indeed, the existence of Dimas who used to play with Ajeng and Lala made their quiet home so colorful. Ajeng's younger brother is indeed good at making rame atmosphere, especially if it is fitting to meet the twins, can not sleep all night, fun to tell stories until the morning before.