CUTS
Under the Sword...

The reception party was lively with a military style. Cut and Rendra walked under the swords lined up on their heads. They walk slowly with the condition of a limp Cut certainly provides a little convenience. The feeling of inferiority came back to haunt Cut from the morning until he reached the peak event. One by one the guests who came to congratulate them. Of course the guests had already seen his disability from the first.

Even though his face kept on smiling sweetly. However, his heart was extremely riled up in a sense of insecurity. Cut that looks graceful by using a green kebaya moss match with the uniform color of Rendra. The decoration on Cut's head is also made as simple as possible so as not to burden the bride.

A couple approached the two brides to congratulate them. “Honey, they're my former in-laws.”

Degs…

Cut smiled awkwardly and shook hands with the parents.

“Congratulations yes, Son. May this be the last for you. May you be happy always.”

“Thank you, Pa, Ma.” Rendra then hugged a glimpse of his former father-in-law.

“You won't introduce us to your wife?”

If previously, Rendra had whispered to Cut now he officially introduced his former father-in-law to Cut.

“Congratulations yes, Nak.” Said the two old men to Cut directly.

Rendra's divorce with his ex-wife did not leave the long-standing relationship between their parents shattered. His marriage was ruined but Mr. Wicaksono's friendship with former in-laws Rendra remains well-established.

The event continues and looks once if Rendra really enjoys the party. He continued to smile when he met with his classmates and superiors who attended. From a place not too far away, Bang Adi was sitting together with Faris and Intan while holding Iskandar.

During their departure to Java, Iskandar was often brought by Bang Adi. He does not want to damage the relationship of a newly established husband and wife and of course they need time and space to get closer.

“Do you think Brother Cut is happy with this marriage?” tanya Intan while staring at the top of the pelaminan.

“Entah, we are too busy with our respective affairs once we arrive here until we forget to ask him that.” Answer Faris.

“No need to ask, just look for yourself! I felt his smile not after Bang Rendra. Is Kak Cut in the same condition huh?” ask Intan.

“So sorry if Brother Cut until sad back. I can't bear to leave it here.”

Bang Adi heard the talk of his two cousins' sisters. Silently, he also felt worried for Cut who would stay alone here. Seeing all the tami and how they looked at the shortcomings of Cut became a concern in the heart of Bang Adi. This was Cut's choice including choosing to give Iskandar in his family upbringing. It's not easy to let go of a child but that's Cut's choice.

“Cut is afraid of not being able to provide maximum affection especially the condition of Cut itself is not okay. While there is no one here our relatives. So, Cut gave Iskandar to Mom and Dad also to Mak Cek Siti and Pak Cek Amir. Cut sure, Iskandar will not lack affection with you guys.”

That's what Cut said when giving his decision the day before his contract day. Of course her former in-laws are very happy while Mak Cek Siti and Pak Cek Amir can only resign because all the decisions are on Cut as the biological mother of Iskandar.

Rendra memapah Cut to sit.”I am tired too, but I am happy. So tired is not too felt. Sorry for making you have to follow this exhausting event.” Said Rendra clasping Cut's hands gently.

Rendra was desperately trying to make Cut comfortable to be by his side. He did not want his wife to feel sad even inferior because of her physical condition.

Reni and Riko were busy hosting some of their close friends without caring about Bang Adi. Without Reni knowing, all her behavior was recorded fully by the tail of Bang Adi's eyes. Including when Reni took a man's arm and took him up on the lap. Another pair of eyes were also staring fixedly at his daughter who was with a man they did not know. Mr. Wicaksono who is on the right side of the guarantee with his wife can see clearly what his daughter is doing.

“Mama knows who Reni is holding?”

Asked by her husband, Mother Yetti immediately looked for the person in question and of course she was shocked. Her daughter had never been this close to a man but now instead appeared before them without any guilt.

“Mama don't know, Pa. Let's just call Riko to keep an eye on his sister.”

Yetti's mother immediately contacted Riko and ordered her to come to Reni. Whereas at that time, Riko was meeting his colleagues. With annoyance, Riko came to Bang Adi who was holding Iskandar.

“Bang, you should do your job now well. Papa and Mama told me to stop Reni's actions. If I told him, he wouldn't listen. If you want to show yourself in front of Papa. So, this is the time.

Bang Adi sighed for a moment. Without permission, Riko had carried Iskandar who had been in Bang Adi's lap. Iskandar can be comfortable with anyone, especially men.

“Come, I know my friends!” Riko takes Faris and Intan along with her. While Bang Adi who wears a batik shirt, the bride's family uniform slowly approached Reni. His face was flatter even more unfriendly.

“If you want to show off don't be here.” Bang Adi's whisper that made Reni surprised until reflex turned around and was so careless. He almost fell backwards because he slipped with the heel used. Luckily, Bang Adi sped up to immediately pull Reni's waist until it slightly hit his chest. It was silent for a few seconds until the sound of camera shots resuscitated the two.

“The one is handsome, the one is beautiful. You guys are a compatible couple.” Called the photographer.

The two human children were also misbehaved because it had become a spectacle of the invitees. “If you want to get my attention don't be half-and-half!” Bang Adi left Reni with his mounting anger.

His pride was hurt after hearing the sharp words from Bang adi. He immediately followed the man without caring about the man from earlier beside him.

“Ren, where are you going?” the question from the man was like it didn't reach Reni's ears.

Her steps accelerated although a little difficult because of the narrow skirt she used. He continued to follow Bang Adi with a rising anger. This time he will realize his desire to claw the man. Mr. Wicaksono and Ms. Yetti also pay attention to the behavior of both.

“Mama told Riko why she told him?” mumbling Mother Yetti and heard by Mr. Wicaksono.

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