CUTS
JODOHK...

If previously I responded casually to every proposal from various men. Now, things don't seem to be on my side. Abu and Umi who had never previously talked about all the proposals that had come now they also seemed cornered by the situation.

The fraternal rope that binds Abu through Pak Cek Amir who married Mak Cek Siti became the basis of the reason to further glue the relationship by marrying me to Faisal.

“Currently he is still in Medan to complete some affairs on campus also want to enjoy the time off after graduating from college with his friends first before they split up. His friends are from various regions in Sumatra so after this it will be difficult to meet each other. But, he has already seen your photo and accepted you to be his wife.”

“Mak Cheque also said what, he was the youngest child who was very obedient. Different from his two brothers. Hence, she is very much in love by both her parents.” Add Mak Cek Siti.

“Siti, Brother is not unhappy with this matchmaking. But, you know yourself Khalid is still watching Cut until now.” Abu said.

“Cut said, he just asked Cut not to marry the army. Means the same Faisal may be because he is not a soldier.”

“Should we not bring them together first?” Umi.

“Faisal has seen Cut through the photo. While Bang Fahri and Kak Murni have indeed met with Cut and they also agree.” replied Mak Cek Siti full of confidence.

“We think about it first, Siti. Give us a week to think about it, huh?” pinta Abu's.

“Alright, Bang. Siti understands. Yes already then, we go home first.” said Mak Cek Siti.

After they left, I saw Abu sigh and look at me. I'm sure they feel burdened by this pinching. Bad taste because of family and on the other side. Even though my parents married because they were betrothed, they never had similar thoughts about me.

Many parents who knew Abu or Umi asked to match me with their sons but always Abu and Umi refused gently and wisely. All that Abu and Umi did for my happiness.

I don't know what underlies them like that but one thing they've said is that marriage should be based on affection and affection if we get to know each other.

Before Abu married Umi, the two of them knew each other. They are a game even a lesson. The affection had grown while they were still friends so when they were betrothed. It is with great pleasure that both of them accept and undergo marriage in joy and sorrow together until now.

Not like this. Be betrothed to an unknown man and then marry and live the household with a new partner character discovered afterwards. I think this kind of matchmaking process is really tough.

“Cut, think carefully! Don't forget istikharah. Ask for directions with Allah.” Abu said before entering his room.

As Abu told me, I prayed istikharah hoping to get a clue to this match.

“Yes Allah is All-hearing, All-knowing. Give your guidance to the servant regarding this betrothed. Only in You where the servant gives life and death and the man will be the soul mate of the servant. O Allah guide You and find the servant with the best mate You have given me. Aminnn..”.

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Author POV...

A man awakens from a dream with a sweat all over his body.

“Cut!!”

“Nightmare?” ask the Revelation who just entered the camp.

“Entah. Vague and sounds like the voice of Cut.” replied Rendra.

“The feeling of your longing is too big until you dream of it. Don't do that, remember Risma. He missed you too.”

“I can't control dreams, Yu.”

“Ya..ya... maybe he is also missing you.” said Revelations back.

“Entah. I hope he's okay. Maybe he's already happy with another man.”

“Same! You are also already happy with another girl.” Wahyu quipped.

Rendra stared at the ring on her finger. Her engagement ring with Risma has been running for two months. The girl managed to captivate her heart that was dazed with sadness. The presence of Risma managed to fill the emptiness of his heart after returning from Aceh after losing Cut back.

Risma's patience managed to melt her down until she decided to get engaged two months ago. Almost a year the two were close before deciding to apply for Risma. During that closeness also the figure of Cut is slowly lost replaced by Risma.

Risma who is gentle, loving and always smiling warmly makes it a much needed backup by Rendra in the face of difficult times after returning from Aceh.

Risma patiently accompanied and heard all her stories about Cut. Slowly he began to rebuild the spirit of Rendra until finally the news of Cut's return was broadcast on television.

Risma is happy when she learns that Cut is back and she supports Rendra to see Cut back in Aceh. However, when his heart wants to go back to see Cut. He was made aware by the surrounding people about the figure of Risma who had been beside him. The figure who has been providing support and accompanying him when difficult.

“If you don't want to hurt her why do you give her hope? Do you think she's a doll you can wear at will? A rendra! Father does not educate you to be a loser man.” An expression of anger Mr. Wicaksono so knowing his son will return to Aceh to meet other girls after hurting other girls.

“Mother believes that the Acehnese girl knows what you have done with Risma, she will also reject you and expel you from her area.” continued Ms. Yetti.

The two parents left their son with a great anger. “True to Mother. If I were Cut I would definitely reject a man like Sister.” the twin duo followed the opinion.

Rendra stepped into her room with mixed feelings. He mused over everything that was going on between them and asked the opinions of some friends who had known how his relationship with Cut or with Risma traveled.

“Already, Dan! I'm sure Cut's parents will definitely forbid the Commander from seeing the princess again given the kidnapping incident she had occurred due to the presence of the commander back then.” advice of a subordinate of Rendra who used to be the taker of their photos while in the hospital.

“Ia And! The same Commander Cut relationship actually worsened the condition of his family there. The commander knew for himself that the rebels were going to attack the family that married his daughter to the army. How many Acehnese girls should marry outside Aceh with the soldiers.” said another subordinate.

Both of Rendra's subordinates are sweet witnesses to the expression of Rendra's feelings on Cut while in the hospital and on the way to Sagoe village with Rendra Little.

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