THERE'S ALWAYS A LEANING PLACE
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Farhan POV's

I saw a black pick-up car. I squatted on the left side of the car. I thought this car could protect me from the sight of the people chasing me.

My heart was pounding when I heard the right door open and it was closed soon. That means the car will leave soon. And, there will be no more

obstructing the view of the criminals.

I almost screamed in shock when the left car door opened. I resigned that the pick-up driver was part of the gang.

“Get, Bang! Brother's being chased by criminals, huh? Come on, don't be afraid! Quick ride, they're getting closer!” tell it.

I don't know why I'm following. I follow the orders of the young man in a black t-shirt. I immediately went up and closed the door.

“Cock, Bang! Brother do not move if I have not ordered,” he said flat.

Again I was like a robot obeying commands from a remote control. Fold my legs with difficulty because it hurts to sting my knees.

As soon as I squatted down, he put some sack folds over me. Of course

it feels uncomfortable even though it is not heavy. I don't know, I just trust him. My heart says he's a good man.

“Sorry, Bang. Brother remain silent do not move if I have not told you,” he said again.

Not long ago I heard the sound of a distater car engine. I felt the car start moving slowly. However, only a few seconds later the car stopped. I kept quiet as he ordered.

“Hey, where are you going?” I heard someone asking from the driver's right.

“Back dong, Bang. I just dropped vegetables and bought new sacks,” replied the young man who drove this pick up.

“You didn't see a man wearing a torn and dirty shirt?” ask people from outside

automaker.

“I don't see anyone like that. Or maybe I'm not paying much attention. What's up, Bang?” ask the driver pick up.

“Nothing. Yes, you continue the journey there!” the man who asked kept asking.

“Good, Bang. Go first, yes.”

I felt the car go back. About five minutes later, the sack that was put in

on my head taken. Huff, it feels good.

“Sit, Bang! Safe conditions,” said the driver.

“Thank you, yes, you have saved me. I owe you even my life.”

Don't overdo it, Bang! I only saved people I believed were good.

Who chased black bats as far as I know good people,” he said with a smile.

“You know them?” many wonder.

“I know very little. I used to be just like them, getting paid to do vile things

to someone who is a target. I did it once," he replied in a bitter tone.

“Oh, so. I myself do not know why they are after me, intending to kill me,”.

“They must be paid someone who wants your life,” he explained.

“Who is that person?” many wonder.

“Where do I know? I just know that they're a gang of paid criminals. Brother himself, how can tatters not clear like this?”

“I had an accident. Brake blong. I actually suspect it's engineering. Obviously, I was both with my friend. I

managed to jump but my friend didn't seem to. I don't know for sure his fate. What is clear, when I was still lying down, I had heard a conversation like three people, about their plan to finish me.” I explained all I could. My head was throbbing pain again. I held my head tight.

“Why, Bang?” tanyanya's worried.

“My head hurts so much. Aaargh..” pekikku in pain.

“Sabar, Bang. Soon we reach my house, Brother can rest.”

At the house of the good-natured man, I was swept in. A woman of the age of Mbok Marsih welcomed us.

“Who is this guy, Gus? She why?” tanyanya nervous.

“Shortly, Mom. I took him to the room first,” replied the man who had just been called Gus.

I was taken to a very narrow room. He helped me get pulled on the bed with a thin cotton mattress.

“Sorry, it's like this,” he said.

Of course it's better than me getting caught by those guys. I close my eyes, rest my body. Looks like the guy came out. Samar I heard his voice

talk to a woman called Mom.

It feels like the thin mattress is very comfortable. I can fall asleep. When I woke up, the pain

number 1.

I sat there remembering what happened. The pain came again. I also managed to breathe while reciting. Thank God, about 5 minutes later my pain was reduced.

“Awoke, Bang?” ask my helper from the door.

“Iya. Uh, now it's high, huh?”

“Iya, Bang. Want to pray?” tanyakanya.

“Iya. But, my clothes ...” I was confused.

“You just wear mine. A bit of greatness is okay, Bang” he said. He came out for a while and came back with a shirt and a sarong.

I was taken to the bathroom. I cleaned my body and then wudu.

When I entered the room, I saw a prayer mat on the floor. I can make prayers calmly. I pray for the help of the owner of life. La haula wala kuata ila billah, no strength except from God.

“It's done, Bang? Come on, eat first!” take the man.

I folded the prayer rug and came out. He was waiting for me and asked me to sit on the mat.

“Eat first the potluck. My mother has prepared,” she said.

“Thank you,” my word.

We also ate the dishes. Just two. Rice with fried tempeh side dishes plus long bean vegetables feels so delicious. Maybe because of my stomach

already very hungry.

“We have not yet known. I'm Agus. I'm here with my mom and my two sisters

school. Who is this brother and from where?” tanyakanya.

“My name is Farhan. I'm from Jogja,” I said.

He looks surprised. A moment later, a wide smile was painted on his lips.

“Ah, I'll call Mas Farhan then. I'm from Jogja, too, Mas. Only about three years ago I moved here,” said Agus.

I smiled hearing it too. It was like meeting a brother who hadn't met for a long time.

I told you a little bit about me and my departure to Medan until the accident. Not to forget I told you I tried to take money at the ATM, but my card was blocked.

“On money, don't you think about it first, Mas. For a while, stay here until Mas Farhan can remember Om Mas Farhan's address. I also searched. I ask you, don't travel. It was too dangerous considering that the black bat member was enough

much,” said Agus.

“It looks like you quite understand about them,” I said.

Agus turned moody. He touched the bitter smile on his lips.

“On the trip earlier I had time to say that I had once

like them, become a paid person. I did not join a group. However, what I did was no less disgusting. I don't know how many people I used for money. If I kill, I never. Therefore, I know black conspirators like them,” Agus story.

“At least you have repented. It was much better,” I said comforting him.

“Yes, one of my friends who helped me out of the black valley. He who gave me this place to live is also a job. Though, before my actions made him wretched to a broken bone. To me, he's an angel in human speech. Now, I work on goods from the farm owned by my friend,” continued Agus.

“Mulia once your friend,” my comment.

“Yes, he is good. I am grateful to live here. At least, I can pay for my mother's treatment and send my sisters to school. My mom is sickly so she looks older than her real age.”

“Indeed, what's your mother sick?” manya curious.

“Diabetes and hypertension. His diet must be closely guarded. Mom also controls routine,” says

Aguses.

I was amazed to hear Agus' story. I feel like I've known him for a long time. In my heart I promised to help Agus if I could go home.

Flash Back off

Farhan scrunched his forehead. He grimaced like he was enduring pain.

"Rest first, Han. You've been telling me long enough" the father scolded.

"It's okay. Farhan has not taken any medicine" he said.

Ms. Aisyah took the medicine that was on the nightstand. Mom, prepare a glass of water.

Farhan was still silent after taking the medicine. It seems like the pain is still lodged in his head

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