
Ali sat alone in the living room, her face filled with disappointment and despair. He still hasn't got a job. On the other hand, Nirmala, her mother-in-law, walked into the room with a sinister expression. Disgusted to see this daughter-in-law.
Nirmala sighed, "Ali, it's been four years since your bankruptcy, but what have you been doing all this time? Just sitting around at home with no work."
Ali raised her head and spoke in a low tone, "Mother, I've tried my best to find a job. But competition is fierce, and most companies are looking for work experience that I don't yet have."
Ali used to be the owner of a fairly large company in the city of Suro. But there was an incident where he had to give up all his assets. He was deceived by someone, and made him unemployed and dependent on his wife. Even this house, which he lives in now is not his home, is limited to this small house of his fussy father-in-law.
Nirmala underestimates, "Experience? You can get work experience if you want to try. Just look at Angel, my daughter, she can get a job after you're broke. No previous work experience!"
Despite taking revenge on everyone who fooled him in the past, he knew that there was nothing he could do. I can only try to find a job. But he hasn't found it yet.
Ali tried to explain, "Mother, I've sent a lot of applications and interviews, but nothing seems to match my qualifications yet."
Nirmala was sarcastic, "Oh, so you feel too great for low-key jobs, don't you? You have to realize that you have no choice. This family needs someone who can support the economy. How can you make Angel happy if you don't have a job? Forget about your pride, forget that you were once the young master of Suro City"
Ali held her breath, looking hurt, "Mother, I understand how you feel. I want to give my best to Angel. I will keep trying to find a job that matches my qualifications."
Angel came into the room and listened to their conversation. He approached Ali affectionately.
Angel clasped Ali's hand, "my husband, don't listen to me. I know you're trying hard and I believe in your potential. With me, we'll face everything." His gentle words made Ali's heart cool, he felt calmer, though still depressed about his helplessness. If there was a big storm that Ali could not pass, he was sure that with Angel he could pass through.
Ali smiled at Angel's sincerity and support. Although his heart was still scarred by the words of his mother-in-law, he felt lucky to have a loyal companion.
Ali whispered to Angel, "thank you, honey. You are the light of my life. I will continue to fight and prove my worth."
“Halah... Love doesn't make you full Angel. Leave the man, mother has acquaintances. A very wealthy man!”
Ali and Angel hold hands together, showing their determination to face a difficult future. Although mired in despair, they would not give up on the challenge.
On the other hand, Ali's in-laws seem to be more frustrated at being considered a fly in the living room. He immediately left the two of them back in the room.
“Em, Angel. I want to talk.” Said Ali.
“What's the matter dear?”
“Anu, can I go up the mountain? This mountain I've never climbed before. I'll be home fast, just a few days!” Pinta Ali is full of hope.
Angel squinted, not believing Ali was going up the mountain. He already knew that Ali hobby to climb the mountain, long before marriage. But despite unemployment, he always took time to go to the top of the mountain
“What is your privilege? Why did I fall in love with you?”
“Mother's right. You're unemployed! Love does not make us full. Go find a job, I'm tired of having to give you pocket money! When are you going to give me a living?” Desperate he said, but Ali? As usual, never listen to anyone when faced with a mountain.
“I'll find work after this mountain I climb. I promise this is the last mountain, huh?”
“Unemployment basis!” Angel pushed Ali's body away. “Do the homework! Clean every inch of dust, then wash my car! After that you can leave, just a few days!” Angel pointed at Ali.
“Good mistress. I'm working on the orders of the madam!”
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Ali put on his boots and stepped firmly on the climbing path of Mount Brahma. The morning sun warmed his cheeks and a cool breeze stroked his hair as he climbed through the dense forest. The goal is to reach the towering peak, which legend says holds mysteries and dangers.
During the hiking trip, Ali was fascinated by the natural beauty of the surroundings. The trees towered high, poking through the thin mist. The waterfall cascaded down and exuded a soothing gurgle. Ali felt connected to nature, and that gave him the strength to keep going.
After hours of crossing obstacles, Ali reached the top of the mountain. He felt amazed by the stunning panorama that awaited before him. The towering mountain peaks crossed the horizon, and the clear sky stretched boundless over it.
However, as Ali took a deep breath and prepared to capture this beautiful moment, her steps slipped. He almost fell into a deep abyss. However, in the final moments, his hand managed to grab the root creeping in between the rocks. His breath was stinging and his heart was racing.
"Huft, good thing I didn't die here!"
After recuperating, Ali continued his journey cautiously. In caution, his next move was stammered as he accidentally glanced at an object hidden between the rocks. It was an old book that seemed to have been forgotten for many years.
Curiously, Ali took first he removed a few small stones, then forcibly pulled them. Fortunately it wasn't torn.
He began to clean the dust and moss from the cover of the book. Amidst the mysterious design framing the front page, there was an engraved, very prominent inscription, "The Dragon Killing Book." Instantly his heart thumped. Not believing in his luck, "definitely antique collectors will buy him expensive." Ali knew that he found something unusual.
Imagining the price of the ancient book, Ali opened the first page and began to read the ancient text.
"What'sthis? Can't be read at all!" He said a little upset.
But what happened. The originally unknown writings began to turn into writings that Ali understood.
Ali started reading it.
The writing gave hints about the dragon's incredible strength and how to deal with it. Ali felt mixed, between fear and unstoppable curiosity, also sometimes he felt this book was like a fairy tale. But no matter, he kept reading it, pretty exciting in his opinion.
Until the last page, he realized something that really scared him. He was trembling, like a dragon in front of his face.