Mystery of Grandma's House
The Past of Budi Rahardjo

"Don't cry about your past. Life is full of suffering. Let the pain sharpen you, but don't hold on to it. Don't be bitter." - Trevor Noah

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The phrase ever uttered by Trevor Noah is probably a picture for the turmoil of a Budi Rahardjo today. His decision to take his firstborn with him had to end in uncertainty on this long night. The hope that continues in the care of the blaze is now beginning to erode in despair. He was still waiting for his son in front of his favorite child's friend's house.

Budi Rahardjo himself is not a random person. He is a former member of the best intelligence agency of his country. Because he has a strong nature and personality he has a brilliant career at a young age. In fact, he had served abroad and was placed in conflict areas, which every day the whirring of bullets and mortar explosions was breakfast for him every morning waking up. In that condition he could have died at any moment.

But unfortunately, he prefers to take an early retirement after wading the household ark. With the woman who had been waiting for him to return from the wilds of Papua at that time. His last job was to scout armed rebels. Living together with the tribe of the forest interior for almost 2 years makes the physical and instinct very sharp. Although now his body is not as beautiful when active duty first but his instinct never dull even though his age is no longer young. In the past he did not hesitate to finish off anyone in front of him when he was cornered, empty-handed or with a weapon.

Although his decision to take early retirement in his productive age is not an easy matter. Rejection from the mother of dance, who is her biological mother who has now widowed makes fear in the only child living because both siblings have died with uncertain causes. No one knows about the work of a Budi Rahardjo. Even his own mother only knew his son worked in the company office and often placed out of town for a long time. It's so smart that Budi keeps a secret about his identity to anyone. But isn't that indeed an agent's absolute requirement to be a shadow that is invisible to anyone??

With the sincere affection of a child, finally a blessing to marry is given to him. The old mother pleaded with her motherly feelings. If he is married, he wants his son and daughter-in-law to stay with him. However, Budi Rahardjo refused subtly. He wanted to build his own family and business empire. He wanted to be far away from his home village. The decision that made the beginning of the catastrophe in the house re-emerged. It's even more complicated!

Long before the return of his duty. His mother who was old and lonely turned out to have made his favorite students into adopted children. Unbeknownst to his own son. Counted there were three students who loved grandma at that time. Heri, Utomo, and a woman named Tiwi. Three plain brats who were still far from being sneaky at that time!!!.

When Budi Rahardjo has returned from duty in the wilderness. Heard his mother raised Heri to be his adopted son as well as his brother made Budi happy, they were the same age at that time only one year difference. Even they are very close, you can say they are friendly. But he wondered why his mother raised the other two boys to be his sisters? Honestly, he did not like the behavior of those who in the value of Budi have two faces.

Until he proposed the mother to take care of Ningsih. The child he helped when he was in a car accident with his mother and father. The accident that Budi said he also contributed to the incident. The car that Budi was driving alone was accidentally in a car with the Ningsih family who were in high speed, because it was a bit of a shock at a very high speed the car was spinning and rolling so hard that smoke started to billow from the engine.

Afraid of an explosion no one dared to help let alone approach, all waiting for the authorities to come and take over. An incident that left all passengers dead instantly due to a stubborn collision except for a crying child in the back seat in a car that was still upside down. Sidestepped.

Although Budi was released because he was not proven guilty because the father of Ningsih was the one who made the mistake of driving under the influence of alcohol. However, there was a lingering feeling upon seeing the gaze of the child. There was no sadness and no fear in him when he looked at him. That special child was probably the one on his mind at the time. Then the child who was about two years old was taken to be adopted. And put in his mother's house. His mother looked very happy at that time with the presence of Ningsih.

"I will make a bet with my son. I like your fearless nature, that defense, that,". Inner Budi stroked the hair of the little Ningsih.

Over time Ningsih grew bigger, and Budi had a magnificent marriage with the empress. Fitriyani Kusuma's daughter, the mother of her two children. The affection given by the mother and Budi made his two half-siblings Budi furious and envious of Ningsih. Making them often insult and tell how dark the fate of little Ningsih first. However, his name was also Ningsih he was only indifferent with his brothers making them become angry. And only Heri was the most mature scolded and advised his two younger siblings not to be reckless and disturb Ningsih continues. It's only right if mom makes him a sister. He can really care for his sisters.

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"So has Aunt Ningsih been ketus nature??,". Tanya didik this time accompanied Mr. Budi who from this morning before sitting outside until the day went this afternoon. Seen Ningsih and ayu also accompany. Hope to be able to slightly relieve the cold aura of a Budi Rahardjo.

"That's what my Ningsih is like,". Said Mr. Budi slightly smiling at a glance then turned into a serious face again.

"Pantes hard to get a mate and become a spinster, where anyone wants to be the same aunt-ante stubborn,". Gumam didik.

Meanwhile, Ningsih did not care about the spicy words of the students just now. Unlike usual he immediately tapped this time he just kept silent with a tinge of smile adorning his round face. The people around him became astonished by this strange magical bin.

"This auntie can make you klepek how?? Sorry you opened my taste, but,". Replied Ningsih who finally opened her voice.

Kringggg kringggg

The voice of the phone with a loud voice rang, it was the phone belonging to Mr. Budi. He immediately picked up the phone that seemed very important. His face turned cold again.

"What?? You serious?? Sure you've been looking for it.., really...,". Pekik budi sir on the phone. The cold aura this time had already turned back into a sinister one. Makes the mood tense again. Without us listening we already know what makes Budi's face reddened. It must be because the search by his confidants in the garden has not been fruitful.

"I'm sure you'll survive...." Mumbled this time he did not cry, he only hoped for an almighty miracle.

"Hold Mahesaku....,".

Seriate.....

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For Your Info: Trevor Noah is a South African comedian, writer, producer, political commentator, actor and television host. He is best known as the host of The Daily Show, a satirical news program that aired on the TV channel Comedy Central. It's like Najwa Shihab in Indonesia. ^^^^