Love Lanterns
CHAPTER 116 “Hati” Strength

“Someone should have a high spirit of dedication in every job that has been chosen by the person himself. And you as a young child must have such a soul to be used as motivation and self-training.”

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“Laura will always pray for Brother Garda. Garda brother must also promise to return with a state of the body that is still alive. This is an order and should not be disputed.” Laura stared fixedly at the Guard sitting before her.

“InsyaAllah, brother will try to fulfill that promise for wife and also brother's son.”

The night dissolved further, making Aletha and Laura uneasy. Keenan and Garda had fallen asleep after convincing their wives on a mission in Yahukimo.

‘A... Neng can only hope we will meet again as Aa said yesterday, even then.’

With the passage of time that continued to run Aletha closed, although occasionally woke up to feel the movement of Alina who asked ASI. And at exactly three o'clock in the evening Aletha accidentally woke up from her sleep to recite some of Keenan's needs before leaving for Yahukimo.

“Emm... I think it is complete.” Aletha.

After it was felt complete starting from the uniform and weapons now Aletha woke Keenan who was holding Alina in his arms.

“Aa... wake up three hours!”

Aletha shook Keenan's body slowly until Keenan woke up. And after hearing what Aletha said, Keenan immediately went from his bed and went straight to the bathroom to refresh his body in the morning before leaving.

Aletha prepared the uniform that Keenan wanted to wear that evening while heading to Yahukimo.

“Already Neng prepare seregamnya, just use it. Would you like breakfast no?”

“What hope try Neng if it's this hour? What is cooked rice, hmm?”

“Emm... not yet, but Neng has made pancakes on the table.” Aletha pointed at the table on the left side of her basket.

Keenan's smile also grew when he saw the pancake made by Aletha which tastes different from others. Made by Aletha seemed full of love, making Keenan have a high spirit to eat it.

“Hmm... Delicious, Neng. Surely Aa will always miss Neng's pancakes, full of love.” Keenan enjoys every crunchy bite.

“Nak where the same symbol of our love, Aa ... chocolate bars? Also, Neng prepared the chocolate bar in Aa.” bag Aletha made Keenan look at her instantly.

‘I don't think you remember the symbol of love, the melted chocolate bar. Although long and hard, but when bitten and into the brown mouth it melts. Like my heart at the first time we met.’

The sound of the helicopter has roared so loudly in the courtyard of Bagas Kara which is very wide. Instantly Keenan and Garda came out by lifting a large backpack that was filled with several clothes as well as the necessary weapons. Not long after, all members of the Bagas Kara family came out to deliver the departure of Keenan and Garda served in Yahukimo.

“Aa leave first, Neng! Take good care of yourself and also take care of Alina.” Keenan rubbed Aletha's cheek gently.

“Iya, Aa. Aa also take good care of herself there. Do not forget to always tell Neng no matter what happens. Promise to return safely, so that we can get together again.” Tears that teetahan increasingly decays, wet the cheeks Aletha without dressing make-up.

“Aa promised, but sorry if Aa can't keep that promise. Because Aa is just an ordinary human being who never knows how fate will take Aa where. Prayer is best for Aa.” Keenan wiped the remaining tears that were still coming out of the end of Aletha's eye peluhan.

The same thing is being done by Garda and Laura, separation with a very long distance is not an easy thing. Moreover, it is clearly seen the duty of Keenan and Garda is a mission that risks life, given how dangerous Jayapura is.

After Keenan and Garda say goodbye to Aletha and Laura they now change to Bagas Kara, Mama Nina, Luna, Juan and Larisa who stand behind Aletha and Laura.

“Honor, Brigadier General Bagas Kara! Please permission, we as members of the army dare to die ready to go and run the mission!” said Keenan firmly.

“Your gen I received.” Bagas Kara approached Keenan and the Guard.

“Papa please, return safely.” Bagas gave a hug to Keenan and Garda.

“Ready, Sir!” shouted Keenan and Garda firmly.

After lowering their hands that saluted Bagas Kara earlier now Keenan and Garda greet Mama Nina and their sister-in-law.

“Ma... Brother Luna and Brother Juan, we leave first! Ask your prayers so that we are safe until we return later.” Keenan reviewed a thin smile.

“Mama and we will all always pray for you, Captain. Keep your promise, don't make Aletha and Alina hurt.” Juan patted Keenan's shoulder gently.

“And you are also Lettu Garda, come back safely!”

“Ready, Brother Juan!”

After saying goodbye to everything Keenan and Garda are ready to climb into the helicopter that is already in sight. When he was about to descend the steps of the helicopter, Larisa suddenly called Keenan and Garda and approached them half-running. It made Aletha and the others feel astonished, because previously Larisa did not look so close to Keenan or Garda.

“Om Keenan and Om Garda bring this! Don't forget to eat while on the helicopter. This Larisa herself made, guaranteed delicious and hygenic all the ingredients.” Larisa gave two paper bags to Keenan and Garda.

“What is this, Larisa?”

“Emm... Just open it inside. That's a secret, which surely Larisa sincerely gives it to her second Om super hero Larisa.” Larisa waved to Keenan and the Guard, after which retreated back to join the family who were still behind.

The helicopter is ready to be flown with a roaring sound. Keenan and the Guard are on duty to carry out the mission. Aletha also let Keenan carry out the mission as his duty to serve the State. And with the power of love they must strengthen each other and encourage each other.

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“Ma, later Aletha will have to work again as usual. Aletha titip Alina to Mama yes, later there will also be help. May be coming soon.”

“Who? Did you hire a baby sister to look after Alina, Al?” ask Luna.

“No.” Aletha shook her head.

Their conversation was cut short after hearing their house bell ringing. Signify that there are guests who want to visit their homes. And with a swift bik Siti opened the door and drove the guest into the family room.

“Assalamu'alaikum,” say hello to Rania and bu Laila.

“Wa'alaikumsalam,” reply all simultaneously.

Aletha and the others instantly developed their smiles after finding out who the guests who were visiting their house were that morning. None other than Mother and also the sister of Dawn, which was raised by Bagas Kara to be her daughter.

Everyone hugged each other to release the longing that popped the chest. Because it has been almost five years more they do not say hello to each other.

“Good if Mama has friends rumpi.” Mama Nina smiled.

Instantly all laughed, accompanying the morning of those who had previously been grim due to the departure of Keenan and Garda. Now there are new family members who will be staying with them. And after attending school in AKMIL Rania has now graduated and assigned to Taruna Nusantara, Jakarta.

“Bu Laila and Rania, the chat we continue later! Aletha has to go to the hospital first, it's mepet his clock because.” Aletha said goodbye to Laila and the others.

Before leaving for the hospital Aletha kissed Alina on the cheek. After being satisfied to kiss Alina Aletha immediately left, driving her car at medium speed.

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Arriving at Aletha hospital, she put on a sneli and wrapped a stethoscope around her neck. Surround the hospital and enter each room to visit patients accompanied by assistants.

“Good morning, Love! How about today?” aletha asked with a smile.

“Alhamdulillah, much better, Doc.”

“I check again yes. Try to catch his breath!” aletha Pinta.

Love follows what Aletha asks. And after checking Love with the condition of the heart and body that is good enough, Aletha wants to talk to both parents Love. But there is no Mommy or Daddy Love there.

“Oh yes, Love... Where is your Mommy and Daddy?” aletha asked softly.

“I don't know, Doc. I don't know if they care about me or not. When I came to my senses, I didn't see them here. Just... Arga who is here.” Love brings a smile.

“Then? Where is Arga? What is School?”

“Arga is praying dhuha in mushol, Doc. Maybe I'll be back soon.”

Silent...

‘What complexity is this? Didn't they look so concerned about Love yesterday, but... where are they now?’ Aletha monologues in heart.

“If possible... I will wait for Arga here. Because I want to talk to him.”

Love nodded, letting Aletha sit on the sofa provided in the VIP room. And five minutes later Arga came into the room. Arga seems surprised to find Aletha there, but he is also happy to see Aletha as a motivation for him.

“Kak Aletha, already ... long time here?”

“Lumayan, but it's okay. Since brother wants to talk to you, can you come with brother for a minute?”

Arga nodded, drilling Aletha from behind. And stop the step in the park Siloam Hospitals, happened to be the room of Love close to the park. It makes it easier for Aletha to talk to Arga about how her parents live, because Aletha was curious about what happened.

“Sit, Arga! Brother wants to know one thing from you.”

Without a sound Arga followed Aletha's request, sitting next to Aletha and staring at the beautiful garden that makes the patients feel comfortable and fresh even just looking at it.

“So you want to know what's going on in your family? Brother feels strange with the behavior of both of your parents especially... Daddy you.”

“That's what I don't like about them, brother. Papa is too tight, me and sister Love like a robot controlled by him, while Mommy can only be silent because she is afraid of being hit with Daddy. Because my Daddy is cruel, has no feelings for his wife and two children.” Arga clenched tightly.

“Then, why are you not in school today?”

“Arga permission from the same school guardian Arga, because Arga wants to accompany brother Cinta.”

“Arga... listen to Brother! You should stay in school today, let your sister here be with Aletha. Because Aletha's sister will take care of her.”

“Sister Aletha is busy, where can you accompany brother Cinta?”

“Arga, you should know.comforting the patient is one of the duties of a sister as a doctor. And a doctor must have a high dedication soul in every job that has been chosen by the doctor himself. And you as a young child must have such a soul to be used as motivation and self-training.”

Arga stared in Aletha, his twinkle describing the admiration of Aletha who always gave him the motivation that made the spirit in him back.

Arga unceasingly justifies Aletha's words, a soul as young as himself must have high dedication, fight and learn to be a better self again.

“Alright, Arga will school. Thank you, because Aletha's sister has always been kind to Arga.” Arga stretched out his hand to shake.

Aletha also returned Arga's hand and gave a smile, as well as a cheer that seemed to give support to Arga. And at that time also Ilham and Maya approached them.

“Aletha,” shouted Inspiration and Maya.

Aletha and Arga turned to Ilham and Maya who were standing behind him.

“Why didn't you say anything about Captain Keenan? You don't need prayer from us, hmm? Captain Keenan means to all of us, you should know that. And you should have also told all of us that Captain Keenan was assigned to Yahukimo.” There was no stopping of Maya nyerocos' lips with a question directed to Aletha.

“Sister, I don't mean to say anything to all of you. But to me it was all impromptu, making my own heart ache when I remembered everything. And since Ilham and Maya already know, I ask for the prayers of Captain Keenan and Lettu Garda, so that they return safely.” Aletha nodded, pleading with Ilham and Maya to pray for the safety of Keenan and the Guard.

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The lunch hour had been going on, but Aletha did not go for just lunch. He remained in the room of Love accompanied by Madam Mourisa. And when she arrived at the hospital about fifteen minutes ago before lunchtime, Mrs Mourisa had brought a provision of food that was deliberately cooked specifically given to Aletha.

“Shouldn't Madame Mourisa bother like this. Kan, I feel bad.” Aletha received the food that was served rantang.

“I don't feel bothered by anyone, Doc. I am grateful that the Doctor fought to save Love. I do not know what to do if Love does not survive,” said Mrs Mourisa sounded sincere.

Aletha enjoyed a mouthful of food given by Madam Mourisa. Although in reality his mind and heart still think about Keenan and do not forget also Alina.

Dor... Dor... Dor..

The sound of gunfire poured into the air.

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