Unpredictable Destiny Line

I and I have fallen in love since he first met. We have a lot of similarities, and I feel we are very suitable for each other. But there is one thing that is a barrier for us to be together, namely Panai money. Even though we have been dating for about 10 years. Yes, 10 years. I know it’s not a short time. For years I tried to melt the hearts of Amanda’s parents, but never got the blessing.

His family asked for money Paia very large, and I can’t afford it. I have worked hard to save, but the amount I have is still far from what is expected. I felt sad and frustrated because my love was blocked by Panai money. I don’t want to lose him, but I also don’t want to burden his family at a large cost.

He also felt sad and didn’t want to lose me. We both have tried to find a solution, but there seems to be no way out. I hope our love can overcome all obstacles, including Panai money. I want to prove that our love is stronger than everything. However, is our love strong enough to overcome all obstacles? Only time will answer.

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The day that I was so waiting for arrived, when the Panai money requested by his family was sufficient. I finally came to his house to meet his family once more. With a happy heart and a little nervous, I began to open the conversation with his family.

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“Mother, father, I have collected the money on the request,” I said firmly even though it was a little nervous.

“Heleh, your pleasure apparently. This is just Panai, not dowry …” said her mother Amanda in a curt tone while looking away.

“We ask for a dowry of 200 million rupiah. Tomorrow there must also be the money in front of our eyes,” added his mother Amanda in the same tone curtly.

That made me very surprised, I felt like I wanted to pass out. My head began to dizzy and nyutan. Not only me, Amanda was also surprised.

“Mother! That’s too burdensome Mas Candra. Mahar I decisive, not mother! Mother is too much with Mas Candra!” Amanda’s voice echoed, as if holding back her tears.

“Dare you oppose your mother!?” Mrs. Amanda said in a high voice.

“Mother, Mas Candra came all the way with good intentions, but why did you make it difficult for her to be like this? We love each other, ma’am … please understand,” said Amanda who could no longer hold back her tears.

“Mother is not difficult, he is the one who is unable to get you who is a doctor,” said Mrs. Amanda in a sarcastic tone, which made my heart hurt.

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This situation made me feel guilty, guilty for not being able to keep my promise to Amanda to ask for his hand. With that much nominal and this short amount of time, it feels impossible for me. Is this the end of my love story?

I finally said goodbye to go home. With staggering steps and dazed gaze, I forced myself to leave Amanda’s house. The journey home feels further than before. I just want to go home and hug my mother, just apologize because I won’t be able to bring Amanda as her son -in -law.

Arriving at home, I saw my mother sitting on the living room sofa. He immediately welcomed me happily, but his happiness vanished when I began to shed tears in front of him.

I prostrated at my mother’s feet with an apology that I wish.

“Ma’am … sorry I failed again this time, ma’am …” I said in a heavy tone, my tears began to wet my mother’s feet.

“Never mind, son … I know you love him very much. But believe me, if this is the best destiny for you who is given by God, you don’t need to worry, son. Surely you will get a better one,” said the mother softly while rubbing my hair.

“I want him, ma’am …” I said softly.

“If you still want to try again, then don’t give up. Mother always supports you. But if this hurts you, you can just do it …” said the mother advising me.

Mother immediately hugged me tightly. His hug was very soothing. Unconsciously, my tears fell heavier in his arms.

This is very painful for me. I am still grateful that in this world I still have a strong and tough woman like my mother, who is always ready to stand at the front when I can’t afford and lose the direction of life.

Writer: Ayu Amalia
Editor: Rara Zaryry