My House of Resilience
Chapter 34. Heart to Heart

The hand that was about to be given to Tanti was finally brought back by Ari. The opportunity to reconcile with his wife seems to get a hitch. He's upset first.

"Mom, why did you say that in front of her?" ask Tanti. "It's a lie, isn't it, Mom? Don't you seriously want to propose to Tanti?"

Sarinah and Hardiman. This serious news was even made into a joke by his own son. It felt like cursing rudely, but it could not.

"It's better to finish it. We're talking inside!" bring Sarinah.

"Yes, Mom and Dad came in first. Wait to finish this little job."

Hardiman nodded and followed his wife. Arriving in the living room, Hardiman sat down. While Sarinah put the souvenirs she brought from home. A simple gift from the person who wants to propose to Tanti.

"Are you sure you're going to match Tanti to that guy, Mom? We don't really understand the person yet" Hardiman said.

"Heleh, the father objected not to know his history sambal pecel. If you knew, Tanti would definitely not reject it."

Sarinah, if you have the will, can not be detained at all. Soon he'll be arguing with Tanti.

Tanti who has finished her business while carrying a tray containing hot tea. Even at noon, Tanti still prepares hot tea.

"Mother was astonished, Nduk. What if you were made the wife of this man?" Sarinah shows the sambal pecel in her hand.

Sambel pecel? Did you meet her again? Wasn't he married too? That's not possible.

"Mother don't make me ge-er. How could it be that people are back again. He's already married. I have a wife who I think is perfect. There's no way he's coming back" he said.

Hardiman. As his parents, it was obvious he should know who the person in question was. Why did he suddenly forget?

"Is this Abbas?" ask Hardiman at last.

His name is Ahmad Abbas. The man who was once the one whom Tanti loved in her silence. However, at that time the news spread that Abbas had married a wealthy city girl. So the man decided to move out of town following his wife.

"That's impossible, Mom. Abbas is married" he said.

Many times Tanti said that Abbas was married. He couldn't possibly knit a relationship with that man. It's been a long time since Tanti decided to fall in love with Ari.

"Nduk, this is sambal pecel sent by his mother. When her mother found out you were a widow, she said she wanted to marry you."

Tanti shakes. "Mom better drink the tea first. Because only sambal pecel hope Mother looks so high on the man. You also do not know what the status of Mas Abbas is now? Did his mother tell him too? No, right? Anyway, Tanti hasn't decided anything yet. At the moment Tanti's priority is only Teguh and Indra. The rest Tanti pasrindah with Allah."

As a mother, of course, will feel happy when her child gets a man who is established or fully responsible for his child. Handsome or as rich as a man, if not responsible, for what? That is what Sarinah is currently implementing. She'll keep trying until Tanti has a husband again.

"Mom, don't force Tanti to remarry if she's not ready" Hardiman said as he poured his tea into a saucer (small plate) to drink.

Tanti went into the kitchen to pick up a pitcher of cold water and three empty glasses. Seeing his parents drinking, he went thirsty.

"Sir, are you sure you don't want to reconsider Abbas' mother's request?" sarinah asked when Tanti had returned to the living room.

Tanti fell silent. He filled his glass and drank it. After that, he sat down in front of his mother.

"Mom, Tanti doesn't know yet. It's better not to be in the next few years" he said.

Sometimes his memory of Ari can't be forgotten. He had once felt countless happiness. If you can choose, the reason Tanti decided to marry Ari because the man was serious and willing to ask Tanti unconditionally. However, over the course of time heartbreaking things happen. Till Tanti decides to sue her husband for divorce.

"Sir, remember the age! As you get older, men will choose to retreat. They will choose the younger ones" Sarinah said.

Old or young, for Tanti is not an important issue. There was no hope she could have children. What else to expect from him.

"Well, remember, Mom. However, Tanti has a big responsibility on Tanti's two children."

"That's exactly it, Nduk. Your mother was right. The more days your life needs and children increase. If you get married, she can definitely help you to finance your child as well. Let's just say the cool term is a win-win solution," explained Hardiman.

"Well, sir, how can you say that sentence so eloquently, sir?" ask Tanti curiously.

"Your father is again a hobby of watching international news, Nduk. He said to be cool and not to be betrothed to many people," said Sarinah.

He smiled at the behavior of his father and mother. Her happiness was more than enough after looking at the faces of her parents.

Is it true that I should get married again? Honestly, living alone like this is not very comfortable. First, I have to work hard to support them. Not to mention getting older, children certainly need the figure of a father who can be a role model. Not to mention if they decide to get married. I also need someone who can be used as a life support. At least one who can accept me for who I am and take full responsibility for my family. Why not just open my heart? At least I won't be a stupid woman for the second time. Ari is happy with her choice. Cook me lose the same?

"Sir, Nduk, Nduk!" call Sarinah.

"Eh, Mommy. What was? Wait until you're shocked, you know."

"From this your mother called, but you did not respond. What are you thinking?" ask Hardiman.

"Ah, it's nothing, sir. Just a shopping plan for tomorrow. You see, after the sales change usually immediately record all shopping needs," he reasoned.

Sarinah is watching closely. As a mother of course Sarinah hapal right behavior of her daughter.

"Don't lie! If you are interested in accepting Abbas proposal, you should meet first. Talk from heart to heart. If it is suitable, continue! If not, you can back off. I won't force."

I looked at the face of my mother in disbelief. The woman who used to force him was apparently giving flexibility to him. It could be that his mother's advice has a point rather than waiting for something that is never certain. At least try first what's wrong. The final result is left to the Almighty.