CHAPTER 430 Bring A New Life and Frisful Love
That night, under the dim lights of the Aneka Plaza (AP) nightclub, the entire love story between the author (Kang Ujang) and Si Eneng officially came to an anticlimactic end. The faint sound of Broery Marantika's song "Di Lembah yang Berlumpur dan Bernoda" accompanied the author as he left the place, his heart shattered. The love he had cultivated for years had been dashed by the unapproval of Si Eneng's parents, leaving behind a deep wound and an overwhelming emptiness.
However, life must go on. Behind the storm of disappointment, God's destiny works in mysterious ways.
Now God moved the author's heart to accept. There must be a reason. God must have a plan, and the author was committed to following His plan. At that time, the author was already thirty-nine years and six months old. It was past time to settle down. So this time, the author was determined to accept. He was already pressed for time.
The author met his mother and said,
"Saena jantenkeun mengorganisir abdi sareng gadis Wado," (It would be better if I just make my engagement to a Wado girl,)" the author said.
"Alusna tingali heula budakna," (It would be better if I first check on her daughter,) the author's mother advised.
"Saena jantenkeun wae. Soalna lamun ditingali heula henteu cocok, the matchmaking will be canceled. Janten abdi hoyong perjodohan ieu janten." (It would be better if I just make it happen. Because if I check first and then find out they're not suitable, the matchmaking could be canceled. So I want this matchmaking to go ahead.)
A month later, the engagement took place. This scene was accompanied by a song called "Penantian Berharga."
The Wait Is Worthwhile
We used to be used to
Always waiting, waiting
Hoping for someone to come
To complete this life story
It's too hard to move on
To find what we've always been waiting for
Until we meet
There's no reason to delay anymore
Chorus:
Finally, we're together
After a long wait
May you always stay awake
Aaa wo wow
Time has spoken
Waiting is not in vain
Because you're here now
Aaa wowow
So precious
Surviving in solitude
Has guided me to find you
Without hesitation, I give
All the love I've kept hidden for so long
I'm sure someone will come to me
Hold my hand
Aaa wo wow
So precious
Precious
The Wait
So precious
The Wait
Na na na na... Na na na na...
Nanana... Hu...
(Back to Chorus)
Previously, mother The author briefly provided some background information about the candidate. According to the story, Imas was a kindergarten teacher. She had dated a boy from her village who was studying at the University of Indonesia. Unfortunately, after graduating, the man married a fellow student in Jakarta. Imas was heartbroken. Furthermore, Imas was initially portrayed as a village girl, innocent and not materialistic.
However, after getting married, reality revealed a different story. It turned out Imas was a materialistic woman, leaving the author feeling somewhat deceived. It was also later discovered that Imas wasn't a real kindergarten teacher; she had merely participated in a distance learning program.
When the author inquired and complained to others about this materialistic woman's nature, the answer she received was amusing: that, essentially, almost all women are the same: materialistic.
Imas's reason for abandoning her role as a kindergarten teacher was quite unique. During her internship, one of her students developed a discharge from her ear. Imas felt nauseous and wanted to vomit every time she recalled the incident. As a result, she abandoned her plans to become a kindergarten teacher. Furthermore, the learning modules were not purchased.
However, historical justice is reciprocal. Imas actually felt deceived by the author! In the village girl's imagination, marrying a city man who worked at a university would certainly bring a large salary. In reality, the salary at Unisba at that time was relatively low. In conclusion, at the beginning of our relationship, we were deceiving each other.
The long-awaited engagement day arrived. The solidarity of the author's friends was palpable; almost all of his colleagues and friends who owned vehicles accompanied the author's entourage. In short, after a long journey from Bandung, we arrived in Wado, Sumedang.
The author stepped into the house, accompanied by his father and Aki Apung. As he stepped through the door, a young woman emerged from the back room to greet us, shaking each of our hands.
Seeing her face, the author was amazed and thought to himself, "The hostess is already beautiful. I hope my future wife is even more beautiful."
Meanwhile, a humorous misunderstanding occurs at home. Teh Djudju, the wife of Kang Dani (Imas's eldest brother), jokingly introduces to the extended family that Imas's future husband is Aki Apung—a man who is
She was already very old.
Immediately, the atmosphere in the family became gloomy and tense. Aa Ence, Imas's brother-in-law, immediately commented with pity, "Kacida Si Teteh. Sanajan urang kota oge ari kolot-kolot teuing mah karunnya ka Si Salimas," (Si Teteh is too much. Even though she's from the city, she feels sorry for Salimas when she's so old.)
Seeing her family's panicked and gloomy reactions, Si Teteh burst out laughing, enjoying her mischief. However, once the curtain of the misunderstanding was lifted and they discovered that the real suitor was the still-vibrant Writer, the atmosphere immediately transformed into one of joy. The Writer was no less delighted, because it turned out the beautiful girl he had mistaken for a guest earlier was actually Neng Imas, his future wife!
After the formal ceremony concluded, we both agreed to a one-year engagement period. This time would be used to get to know each other's characters before walking down the aisle.
However, fate accelerated everything through a medical exam. One day, I received news that Imas had fallen ill with typhus. She was forced to seek outpatient treatment at her first sister-in-law's house. Upon hearing the news, I immediately went there, bringing Bear Brand milk, which is believed to be effective in reducing fever.
During Imas's illness, I faithfully accompanied her. Every day, I consistently brought Bear Brand milk. Clearly, I was willing to travel from Bandung to Wado from work to stay at home and care for my fiancée.
Later, after we were officially married, Imas revealed a secret, honestly telling me that she had only drunk the Bear Brand milk once because it made her nauseous. The rest of the cans were consumed by someone from home, namely Eti, Teh Djudju's younger sister.
At that time, the courtship and courtship had lasted six months. As originally agreed, the marriage target was still six months away. However, the intensity of our daily meetings and closeness while caring for Imas made my defenses waver. The author couldn't hold back his longing any longer and wanted to legitimize their relationship. He plucked up the courage to express his desire to get married quickly. Unexpectedly, Imas immediately agreed.
The sacred wedding day arrived. Given the vast distance between Bandung and Wado, he initially didn't invite many people. He only told a few close friends who owned vehicles.
However, the joy of his friends seeing him finally married caused the news to spread by word of mouth. They told each other. As a result, even those without vehicles flocked to their friends who did.
And the biggest surprise came unexpectedly: the Unisba academic community! Colleagues, lecturers, and staff arrived in one large group, renting a giant tour bus. And last but not least, a sweet surprise came from Syauqi, the famous orator from FAMU (Unisba Student Action Front), who came with his fellow activists. They gave him a wall clock, which, remarkably, remains durable and in perfect working order to this day.
Seeing the influx of guests, the author was suddenly overcome with intense anxiety. He feared the food provided would not be enough to entertain the large group from Bandung. His suspicions proved correct; the kitchen supplies were running low and running low.
However, the hosts in Wado acted quickly with a tactical solution. They slaughtered a goat on the spot to make a quick satay dish. Finally, with mutual cooperation and abundant blessings, the wedding ceremony concluded safely, smoothly, and with great joy.
This joyful scene at the altar was accompanied by a soulful song entitled "Arti Kehidupan."
The Meaning of Life
I've traveled as deep as the ocean
I've searched for the meaning of life
Climbing the mountain of disappointment
Tiring...
You've become like a fantasy
You're a dream come true
A journey full of twists and turns
Now by your side forever
You're not the first
But definitely the last
In your love I found the meaning of my life
In your love I found the meaning of my life
In your love I found the meaning of my life...
Now, the once-beloved Eneng has been replaced by Neng Imas. Mawar has been replaced by Flamboyan. Now Melati has replaced her, but Mawar's charm from the past will never be forgotten. The world may change, the seasons may change, but the author's romantic love for Eneng in the past has its own eternal space; that feeling will never change and will only truly end when the author's body is wrapped in cloth
shroud.
This scene of deep inner reflection is accompanied by a song entitled "Eternal Love."
Eternal Love
No matter what happens
Likewise, my love for you
Will never fade
Chorus:
How painful it was then
You went and passed away
When our love was blooming
As fertile as a rose
Now everything has changed
Roses have become flamboyant
Jasmine is now their replacement
But I will not forget you
Chorus
My departure, darling
Not pain at the end of happiness
But pain at the end of love
May you be happy
How painful it was then
You went and passed away
When our love was blooming
As fertile as a rose
Chorus
My departure, darling
Not pain at the end of happiness
But pain at the end of love
May you be happy
May you be happy
May you be happy
Every human being will ultimately get what they strive for. But sometimes, even after putting in all the effort, people still don't get what they've been striving for. If that happens, firmly believe that God will replace it with something far better.
In reality, this is true. The author's marriage proposal was flatly rejected by Si Eneng's parents. However, instead, the author met Indung Barudak (the mother of the children/Neng Imas). An extraordinarily remarkable woman.
After navigating the nautical journey of marriage, it became clear that Indung Barudak possessed many amazing qualities. Among them was her firm principles in life. Whenever the author finished a task carelessly, Indung Barudak always reprimanded her and said, "Don't just neglect your obligations." As a result, because of this principle, whenever Indung Barudak did something herself, the results were always neat and perfect.
What the author's mind had never imagined, Indung Barudak had surely thought through. What the author couldn't do with his hands, Indung Barudak could easily accomplish. In fact, if the author were to do the same job and hand it over to Indung Barudak, the results would be guaranteed to be much better.
Another unique thing that often amazes the author is the change in atmosphere inside the house. If one day the author comes home and finds the wardrobe and bookshelves have been moved, and the bed has been completely repositioned, that's a secret code: It means Indung Barudak is broke!
Remarkably, she does all the heavy furniture moving alone without asking for help. If the author were to do it, it would require at least two adult men. Indung Barudak is incredibly strong. She is truly a WONDER WOMAN in the author's life.
(A profound refrain concludes this chapter, affirming gratitude for the destiny ordained by the Creator:)
Now everything has changed
Roses have become flamboyant
Jasmine is now their replacement
But I will not forget you
Chorus:
My departure, darling
Not pain at the end of happiness
But pain at the end of love
May you be happy
How painful it was then
You went and passed
When our love blossomed
As fertile as a rose
Chorus:
My departure, darling
Not pain at the end of happiness
But pain at the end of love
May you be happy
May you be happy
May you be happy
Every human being gets what they strive for. But there are people who have tried but did not get the results of their efforts. Trust that God will replace it with something better.
In reality, this is indeed the case. The author's proposal was rejected by Si Eneng's parents. The author found a replacement for Indung Barudak. A great woman.
After getting married, it was discovered that Indung Barudak had many strengths. Among them, when the author finished a job, Indung Barudak always said, "Don't just do what you have to do." So, when Indung Barudak did something, the results were always perfect.
What the author hadn't thought of, Indung Barudak had thought of.
What the author couldn't do, Indung Barudak could definitely do.
If the author did something, and Indung Barudak did it, the results would be much better.
If the author noticed changes in the atmosphere at home, for example, the cupboard and bookshelf had moved. Likewise, the mattress had changed position. That meant Indung Barudak was short of money. She did all of this alone. If the author were to do it, it would require at least two people. Indung Barudak is very strong. WONDER WOMAN.
Now everything has changed
Roses have become flamboyant
Jasmine is now their replacement
But I won't forget you
Chorus:
My departure, darling
Not pain at the end of joy
But pain at the end of love
I hope you're happy
How painful it was then
You left and passed
When our love blossomed
As fertile as a rose.
ar
Chorus:
My departure, darling
It's not pain at the end of happiness
But pain at the end of love
I hope you're happy
I hope you're happy
I hope you're happy