Dilemma Intersection
Chapter 40. Unfortunate

One's happiness cannot be measured by anything, true happiness is from the heart and gratitude Sometimes things that we think are small and even trivial, maybe for some people it is the happiest thing.

Pesantren Nurul Iman, this is where they are. One of the Pesantren which still belongs to both Athaya parents, the first Pesantren is Al-Huda who is in Semarang and this is the second Pesantren which was successfully established by the Athaya family. They established this pesantren to help the education of children who come from families that cannot afford.

Today Athaya and Aini's wedding will be held simply, there is no reception because that is what Aini wants. He did not want Athaya to be a mockery of the invited guests with his condition still having to live relying on a wheelchair.

Dirga and Indira have not had time to meet Aini or Athaya, because since yesterday both were too preoccupied by some events beyond their expectations. Arriving in Malang, they immediately met their parents first. The feeling of haru was increasingly swollen when he saw Dirga resting at the feet of his parents. "I'm sorry Dirga, Pa, Ma. Dirga was too selfish with a word of hatred, sorry because Dirga had never paid attention to Mama and Papa."

"It's all over, son. Mama and Papa are far more guilty of you, just think of it as a rebuke that God made for us. Please, Mama, son. Be a guardian for your sister, Mama and Papa can live a quiet life after you all get married. Handini has a family, and so have you. Sorry because Mama and Papa can not accompany you," said Mama Dirga.

The two hugged each other, "Dirga only need do'a from Mama, ridho Allah for Dirga is on Ridho Mama. Allow Dirga to build a household with the woman Dirga loves most. InshaAllah, what God gives to Dirga is never wrong. Ridhoi us, Ma."

Mama Dirga nodded, she asked Indira to come closer, then hugged her tightly. "Thank you for wanting to be part of the Aerospace family, Mama please take good care of your child. You both love each other and Mama is sure, God will always take care of you both. Mama and Papa bless your marriage. May you be a sadinah family, mawadah, warahmah."

The taste of haru is increasingly felt, when you see Aini who is already beautiful with a white kebaya wrap on her body. The girl's eyes were already dewy, the tears could no longer be held back. "Sister Syafa...."

"Here...." Indira approached and hugged Aini's body. He sat down parallel to Aini's body, "Don't be sad, it's your happy day. Athaya is the one in charge, he will take care of you and take care of you until you recover. Promise to keep your spirits up, Brother will always be there for you."

"Thank you, Brother. Forgive Aini, there is absolutely no intention of Aini to destroy the relationship of Brother and Sister Athaya. Aini apologized, but one of Aini's wishes was granted. So if one day something happens to Aini, then Aini can go quietly, "he said.

"What are you saying, Aini?! Never say such things! Brother marry you not to suffer, but to be happy! If this marriage doesn't make you happy at all, it's better to cancel it! Brother doesn't want you or Athaya to hurt each other!" snapped Dirga.

Everyone who was there could only be silent when they saw Dirga's anger, "The marriage is not playing around Aini, Brother married Syafa because we love each other. Even if you don't insist, Brother will still fight for Syafa! Because you only want to get married once in a lifetime!" emphatically.

Indira stroked her husband's arm gently, hoping that Dirga could calm down again. While out there, Athaya overheard all their conversations. Honestly his heart was hurt, his rejection by Aini had indirectly hurt his pride. So far he has sacrificed a lot for Aini. "Is this the punishment for my sin against Ummi and Abi?" inner Athaya.

"Here, if you get married just to get us together then it's all wrong. You don't have to sacrifice your heart even your life, Aini. The marriage was a sacred bond, Sister married Mas Yoga because indeed she was the first person to occupy the heart of Big Brother. Athaya is innocent, with you like this then you have played with her life, Aini. Athaya is a good man, she sincerely wants to marry you. Because he doesn't want you to get your sins when you're together. Athaya wants to take care of you, take care of you until you recover." said Indira.

"Let's cancel this wedding!"

Hearing the baritone's voice, instantly made them all turn their heads.

"Athaya.." murmured everyone.

With an expanding smile on her face, she approached Aini and Indira who were sitting next to each other. "Let's cancel this wedding, Aini. I'll never force you like I forced Indira first. I am tired of Aini, I am also just an ordinary human who wants to love and also be loved. Like Dirga, I only want to get married once in my life. So, let's cancel" Athaya said.

A smile was indeed engraved on his face, but the look in his eyes could not lie. Highlight the disappointed eyes that Athaya could not hide, Aini could only be bowed listlessly. This was not what he wanted, he simply did not understand how to behave.

"Sister Athaya, sorry......"

"What's wrong, I'm disappointed. But that's natural, isn't it? I'm just an ordinary human being, from now on I won't force anything anymore. Take it easy, I'll still be responsible for you. There will be someone who will take care of you, believe me he is a trustworthy person. All right Aini, excuse me!" pamit Athaya's.

Dirga's family becomes unwell, Dirga pursues Athaya who just came out of the room. Now they both sit in a park behind the Pesantren.

"Athaya, forgive Aini. On behalf of my family, I apologize. I love Indira so much, and so do you. Maybe Aini's just scared if you make her an escape. Again, I apologize" said Dirga.

Athaya smiled, a smile that truly implied disappointment. "I'm fine, brother. Insha Allah I accept all Aini's decisions, I do not want to continue to impose the feelings of others. For what, if in the end it all just makes us disappointed and hurt each other" Athaya replied.

Shortly thereafter, Indira followed. "May I speak to Athaya together, Mas? God willing, I know my limits as a wife. I just want to talk to Athaya as a friend."

"Sorry...."

The word escaped from Indira's mouth, "Sorry for hurting your heart, sorry for making you sacrifice everything for me. I know Athaya, your love for me is so great, that I cannot hold her. Because my love for Mas Yoga was too great, long before I knew you. Forgive me, Athaya," said the powerless Indira, holding back her tears.

"Hey..! No crying! I could have hanged your husband if he saw! Hehe.... I'm fine, Ra! I learned a lot from all this, that something can't be forced. Maybe Aini and I are not a match, so let God bring my soul mate in his way. Don't blame yourself, because I don't blame anyone" Athaya said.

Indira smiled, "I like Athaya, my friend who is like this. Athaya who is much more mature in thinking, I am proud to be your good friend, Athaya. Promise to always be happy."

Athaya smiled and nodded, "Together with you, Ra! Live happily, with the people you love so much."

The city of Malang became a witness to the misfortune of Athaya's life. Luckily, all the Athaya family were able to accept the decision. Aini could only shut herself up, she sobbed. He did not understand what his heart really wanted. Many times he tried to send messages to Athaya, but none of them were answered.

Athaya now has his own decision. He will return to pursue his education, he is determined to return to Turkey. Even though he had to live alone there, Athaya wanted to forget all the painful things. He was taking care of some documents, he did not forget his promise that he would take care of Aini. Though not himself, but through the hands of others.

That night, Dirga and Indira could not fall asleep at all. Both of them thought of Athaya who never returned, and Aini who did not come out of her room. They were worried, very worried. "Mas, I'm trying to go to Aini's room again, yeah. I'm worried, Mas," said Indira.

Dirga shook his head, "Don't now, yank! It takes time to be alone, Mas know how Aini."

Indira said she lay down her body next to her husband. "So many problems that hit at the beginning of our household yes, Mas. May God always take care of our household, Mas, "bluffy Indira.

"Darling, take this as a picture. Up ahead, our household storm awaits. We must both strengthen, to be honest at this time Mas fragile, yank! Mas need a soothing hug" said Dirga who now hugs his wife's body tightly.

Indira's heart was also sliced, "Mas must be strong, you are where I lean. Let's go through it all together, Mom. Everything will feel light, if Mas wants to share all the same me," said Indira stroked the husband's head gently until both of them fell asleep.

This morning, Athaya was preparing to return to Bandung. He has said goodbye to his family, as well as to the Aerospace family. Except Dirga, Indira and of course Aini. "Who'll Athaya, hopefully Athaya can become a much better human being."

That was only Athaya's request, prayed to be a much better human being. After Athaya left, Indira and Dirga just came out of their room. "What's up, Ma? Why is Mama crying?" panic Dirga.

"Athaya's gone, she's gone," said Mama Dirga making both of them flinch. "Go how do you mean Mama?"

"He decided to return to Turkey, Ga. Mama can not hold back, she just asked in prayer so that she can become a better human being," said Mama Dirga accompanied by sobs.

Praannkkkk

They all looked towards the fall of the glass, "This is..............."

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