THE MOUNTAINEER'S STRUGGLE
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Mother was busy stirring the thickened Nira and bursting on the pan in the firewood fireplace. A little smile on his lips. After a long time, my mother couldn't laugh. Today's news has relieved him.

"Sir, it's a good thing our son didn't accept Hadi's family proposal. I saw for myself Hadi's behavior. He was drunk and dragged by Mr. Herman. Originally, Mom was upset with Ayu rejecting Hadi. Where the hot ears, neighbors say we family do not know in profit, reject the kindness of the Herman family," he said.

"Yes Mak, Ayu is indeed his gaze ahead. We think only of economic comfort. We forget that a person's religion is more important than any criteria. I was horrified to imagine Ayu singing drunken pranks. It is not impossible that Hadi is also addicted to gambling. You heard the grapevine that Mr. Herman also often gambling.

Thank God, we didn't leave it to the wrong family. The silence of Ayu and his steadfastness hear all the insults that Allah may reward. Without waiting for time we see God giving an answer."

"Where are you going now, sir ?"

"UNPAD students coming today, definitely help Mr. RW welcome their arrival."

"Medical students said, sir. If Ayu had a doctor's husband we would be happy. Our degrees are no longer considered contemptible, sir."

"Why not? The president can too, Mom. Nothing is impossible. Hopefully later Ayu will mate with someone who has a good attitude, good character and good character. Aamiin's."

"Aamiin, jack. "

Breathing relief in the exhale of both parents Ayu, it turns out their steps to reject the proposal is true. Although, the heartache of gossip and unpleasant words heard later on was directed at the family. Today, God opens their eyes to the deed of the future son-in-law and his family. Those who snickered now also silenced a thousand languages.

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The medical student group snared. There were about ten vehicles that came that morning. To the villagers, his presence was like a special spectacle. The little boy ran behind the car. They were too happy with the number of vehicles coming.

The weather is very friendly. The sky is very bright. Even though a week of rain has not stopped flushing lately. The sun seemed to welcome. Welcoming the flock of students from Bandung.

Yudishthira is seen walking into the village bale. The whole community was fascinated by his appearance. Become the focus of attention. The coolest man among all the troops that came.

Ayu who helped there briefly saw Yudishthira. Ayu was really fascinated with him. This creature is different from the others. Most handsome and charismatic. Astaghfirullah, it turns out that I am normal as well, can feel an interest in the opposite sex. Moreover, God's creature gives perfection of creation. Ayu smiled to herself.

Yudistira looked at the view. Why don't you find the white girl among the crowd. It's not hard to find. Only he uses headgear in this village. But why does not the nose look. I don't know why I'm so fascinated and curious. I never saw what the girl looked like.

Ayu was indeed on duty in the back. Go home immediately after the task is completed. Not wanting a village to welcome students is like welcoming a god.

"What's it like, Dis?" utari's voice shocked her.

"No, just a little surprised by their rapturous welcome to us. It feels like an artist"

"Hooh, dear red carpet is not in the title, yes" said Yudha.

"This is the respect of the village people to the guests. If in the city the guest is not much appreciated. The local diaripan here is still in high regard. You'll be amazed by the people here."

Husna the alim and the quiet voice raised. Hijaber is the only one in the squad. Judis is sometimes allergic to her different appearance. The clothes of the combrong and the wide hijab became his identity. Appearance like a white ash girl. Why is it always bothering. I really want to know what that girl looks like.

All the luggage has been removed. The car is gone, leaving students who must be friendly with nature and leave life with comfortable facilities in the city. They should be friendly with simplicity here.

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The sun is still reluctant to display its luminous luminaries. The fog covered the morning. The rain falls slowly. The rain fell from late afternoon to a stop at the end of the night. Then the switch until now non-stop.

The mountain slopes were covered in thick fog. The cold air made the body freeze. Most people are awake to start activities. For the lazy blanket still tightly closed his body.

Yudistira was exercising in the morning. His friend is still asleep. Some have already done prayers and cooking. Today it's her job to shop for necessities to the city.

From afar appeared a white girl of ash walking in limp. With a backpack on the lid of a large black crackle bag. In his hand was a bag of crackles as well. The other hand exposed the long skirt so it did not disturb him walking.

O Allah, walk in the middle of a coral that has not been conjured up asphalt barefoot. Wonder what his shoes are worth more than his feet. He said nearly three years of construction of the road had been abandoned.

"Absmacked?"

Ask Utari who is surprised. Judis smiled.

"The white ash girl is called Ayu Lestari. His daughter Rahmat. His house is right next to Mr. RW's. You'll be amazed at her struggle to get to school."

"meaning?" ask Judis without looking. His eyes were engrossed in seeing the white ash that was walking before him. As if I didn't want to lose track.

"Ju had to go on a hunger strike to melt the hearts of his parents. Only he goes to school in the city from this village."

"Maa is Allah. To the whole thing."

Yudhishthira could not imagine being in Ayu's position. He sometimes neglects all tasks because of his reluctance. School and college ogah-ogahan even though all the facilities and facilities are available.

"Gua loses to ANAK MOUNT. Greatable. You know where ?" ask Yudistira

"Nur Ayu's best friend who told me. I was amazed the first time I saw him. So, yesterday asked Nur about the white ash girl."

"Gua chat menggauhannya shopping. Cave pull yes Tari"

Judas rushed in. Duty called. That's not really it. I wanted to see the face of the mountain girl up close. Wonder what an amazing girl looks like. Yudhishthira soon followed him.

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Ayu's steps can't be accelerated. Slippery soil hinders travel. Sharp descents in the raindrops add to the slippery red soil. The wrong step will then fall rolled into the left and right ravine.

"Ouch ..." screeches

Ayu whimpered in pain. Little finger injured leg. His blood is nothing. The pain is incredible. His nails almost halved. Steps limped. Fortunately, the river was in front of him.

Ayu cleaned her legs. Scrubbing hard so as to reduce the pain a little. I don't know how many times he experienced it.

A pair of eyes looked on with pity. He knew the pain that the girl in front of him was suffering. No shoes, anyway. Shoes are more valuable than feet.

"Don't wear socks first, "prevent it.

I looked at the source of the voice. Deg. A soft sigh perched in his heart. The handsome creature admired from the first sight, now in front of him, stretched out nail clippers and plaster.

"Thank you, Brother."

A red hue on the face with Ayu's hand received Yudishthira's gift.

"Edit that almost dislodged nail! then put the plaster on."

Judis stared intensely at Ayu's face. Pretty nice. Her skin is black but sweet. There was a sense of comfort in seeing that face. His face was shady and reassuring. I finally got a close look at the face that made me curious.

"thank you. It's his nail clippers."

Ayu stretched it out by bowing her face. Ah heart, why is dag dig dug like this. The creature in front of him was super cool. High-statured with smooth white skin. Carve a very sweet smile.

The tall athletic body accompanied by a pure white skin and a sharp nose that pulls the lips form a charming smile that sedates the virgin.

Ayu wears her favorite socks and pantofel shoes. Tidying up clothes and veils. A rather disheveled appearance. Make it have to tidy up the irregular location of the veil.

"Why not wear footwear? Already know the sharp coral rock along the big road, finished it's a sharp derivative of slippery red soil."

Ayu just smiled at the question of the man in blue T-shirt and jeans in front of her. What a strange question. Village people are used to take off their footwear if the rainy season when the rainy season arrives when the trip to the city.

"If you wear flip-flops a day immediately break, brother. Shoes last a week. School rules I can't wear sports shoes unless it's a sports lesson. I don't have enough money to change my shoes every week."

Ayu's reply punched out the heart of Judis. The struggle for knowledge is not easy. Why is he who is spoiled by all facilities even ogah. Shame on THE MOUNTAIN BOY.

"I say goodbye first. Thanks for the plaster."

Ayu left Judis alone. Still stunned by the persistence of the girl before him. Judis was so upset to see Ayu's slightly limping steps. Must've hurt his nails. Wearing socks and leather shoes will make the wound worse.

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That morning Ayu got the city transport easily. Alhamdulillah will not get the ceremonial punishment this time, whispered his heart.

Ten minutes later the car started to run slowly. Long snaking jams. The side of the road looks empty.

"There's a car rolled in front, Kang "

An angkot driver from the other direction tells the reason for the traffic jam.

Oh God, punishment again. Fate basis. Ayu began to bow listlessly. His feet are flattered. His head was also throbbing. Imagine the punishment that would come. If the punishment is added, the wound will be worse.

Forty-five minutes passed. The car can now run normally. A tow truck managed to get rid of the transverse truck.

Ayu can continue the journey to school. A slight smile spread across his face. Thankfully, it was not alone. There are dozens of students of the same fate. They are not allowed to go to school because of bad luck. Stuck in front of the gate. Ayu came down and crossed.

"Sad luck too?" greet Eva greeted with a smile.

"People of Subang must have gone home?"

"Yes, get ready to be our duck." A small laugh sounded.

"I'm almost a duck every day. Tired already. Now tumben banyakan."

Crc ... Ismail's voice unlocks the gate.

"Come on the beloved duck. Quick in! ordinary road. Till the field squat and do as usual." his voice held back a laugh. Imagined by him the sound of ducks blaring.

Duck troops enter the ceremonial field. The mesemic gaze of the ceremonial squad members became a stifled laugh after the voice of Mr. Abdurrahman Ali ordered the ducks to walk five rounds with a wek-wek sound on their lips.

Ayu's injured leg hurts more. Five rounds on the wide pitch were excruciating. The other ceremonial troops had already dispersed and left the field. The rest of the duck troops stay in the sun ready to receive a speech at length Pak Ali.

They bow their heads. Either because of embarrassment or heat and glare exposed to sunlight that began high hit their eyes.

Ayu limps into class with Eva with limp legs. His pinky wound may now start bleeding again. If only Mother allowed for boarding or lodging. Ah, there's no way to take the girl away from their arms.

To be continue~