Rania's Invisible Search
PART 182 FLASHBACKS 2.
The figure of Narsih shot towards me, he said that betrayal hurt his mind the most. He does not accept what has happened to him, and still tries to find people who hurt him in a born and inner way. He extended his hand to me, I only hooked both eyebrows. I don't know what he wants this time, it looks like he wants to give me a vision. I was forced to accept his request, so he wouldn't keep haunting me. And I can solve all the other problems. As soon as I reached out and touched her empty hand, I looked back at the events of her past.
Flashbacks
The dance group led by Bardi received dance invitations in various regions. And one of the Meneers living in Cirebon invited his dance group, to entertain all his important guests. Narsih's dance captivated Meneer William Van Houten. The Dutchman had a great influence on Narsih's life.
As usual, after performing in public. Narsih went among Bardi to meet Meneer who invited their dance group. Meneer William is tall and blonde. His appearance was very neat, making anyone who saw him stunned. Mr. William is known to be very friendly because he often hangs out with the natives, thus making him very fluent in Indonesian. Narsih accompanied Sang Meneer all night. They not only talk but also have deeper relationships. Meneer William praised Narsih's beauty and was eager to spend even longer with her. The Meneer also expressed her comfortable feelings, making Narsih flowery. Narsih blushed in embarrassment, especially when Meneer William said whenever he needed her. Narsih must come to see her soon, and Sang Meneer will inform her by letter.
"Only you should come to see me, without your dance group. I'll give you a lot of money."
"Alright Meneer, I will fulfill your special request." Pungkas Narsih struggled spoiled in the lap of the Meneer Sang.
Narsih was fooled by Meneer William's sweet words. Although he felt he should not have come to see the Meneer without his dance group. But that's what Meneer William wants. After that Narsih gave her home address, so that Meneer William could send her a letter.
After returning from Cirebon, the invitation from the other Meneers was not stopping. From the edge of the area to the other, it seems like this is because of the recommendation that Meneer William gave after seeing my dance. It was almost five months after they last met each other. William sent a letter to Narsih's house, and asked her to come. Finally Narsih asked permission for Bardi, for a few days off. Because he wants to keep his sick Worship.
"I'll give you permission, tapo after Sumpah recovers you should get back to dancing again soon." Said Bardi who did not know what Narsih really meant.
Narsih dreamed that he would be married by Meneer William. But he realized, if it was impossible for him. Once in Cirebon, Sang Meneer had already greeted him at the door. William looks very handsome in the suit he is wearing.
"Welcome Narsih, how are you?" William asked as he kissed the back of his hand.
Narsih was treated like a queen by William. His tongue felt like it did not answer the question of the man in front of him. Time passes quickly. It didn't feel like they had been together for nearly a week and spent time every day. Narsih was treated like his wife, he was given luxury items and introduced her to the Meneers who visited the house. Narsih is a Jaipong dancer. They both do any activities like a married couple, making Narsih comfortable and reluctant to return to his place of origin. And that night, was his last night to be with the Meneer because the next day he had to return to his hometown. The next morning, William gave Narsih a lot of money. Exceeded his salary to dance for one week with the Bardi dance group. They hugged before the delman who brought Narsih arrived. And the two promised to meet again one day.
Arriving in his village. Narsih gave some of the money to her Wages, and a larger part she kept to herself in her hidden money box in the room. Bardi never knew, if Narsih had a lot of money from Meneer who secretly took Narsih's heart. Months later, the dance group led by Bardi became more famous throughout the region. Narsih being the prima donna beat the other girls. Every inch of Javanese land has been visited to meet the demand for dance of the Meneers and Landlords who ruled at that time. His wealth is growing due to his popularity as a jaipong dancer. His relationship with Bardi also grew closer as time went on. Bardi always looked after her, and worried about Narsih when he got a special invitation from the Meneers. Bardi was actually not willing to let Narsih serve the striped men. But he had no power whatsoever to forbid Narsih from coming to those powerful men.
A few months later, Narsih gets an invitation to dance in a neighboring village. He saw a young girl with a ragged appearance camping out of her mind. The girl seemed to imitate her dance moves. Narsih also remembered his childhood, because his circumstances were almost the same as the young girl. Finished dancing Narsih finally came to the girl, and asked her what her name was.
"My name is Risma Brother, I'm sixteen years old." The young girl said as she extended her hand.
Narsih shook the young girl's hand, and introduced herself. He never thought if the beginning of his introduction with Risma, would be a tragic disaster for him and also his Worship.
"Where do you live?"
The girl just shook her head, she said if she lived moving places. Because he no longer has parents. Because of pity and pity, Narsih finally invited Risma home with her. He invited him to stay with his Worship, with the intention that Risma could accompany his Worship, when Narsih worked and did not return home. Risma seemed happy to hear Narsih's invitation. From then on, Narsih wanted to make Risma his adopted sister. At that time Risma was still innocent, like an innocent girl in general. But as time goes by. She grew into a girl filled with envy. He wanted to be the prima donna of the jaipong dance in place of Narsih. While Narsih who did not know the intention of Risma's heart was busy teaching the girl her dance moves. Finally Risma was getting used to training with Narsih. And several times he followed the dance group Bardi gig moving places. But he has not earned the great wages that Narsih earned. Once, Risma caught Narsih opening her money storage box. Risma was stunned to see the huge amount of money in the box. The innocent girl had changed her throat and had other intentions, which is why she smiled through the corner of her lips watching Narsih put back her money storage box.
I faintly heard the voice of Adzan reverberating. Shortly after that the figure of Narsih released his hand, and darted away somewhere. Apparently because of hearing the voice of the Adhan, the demit suddenly stopped his sight. I just breathed a sigh of relief, because the demon finally let me alone. But I was wondering what Risma did to Narsih. Until he had such a great grudge. I'm sure it's not just Narsih's savings that's the problem. There must be something else that hasn't been revealed, because I haven't seen the rest.
Tok to tok.
I just wanted to take a bath and pray Maghrib. But someone knocked on my bedroom door. As soon as I opened the door, it appeared that Rika was already standing in front of me with a package of food. He hugged me and gave me the food he brought back from the office. Somehow he bothered to come to this boarding house, but tomorrow morning I will also go to the office. But Rika said, if tonight she wants to stay in my room.
"Gue kangen lu Ran, so that tomorrow morning can leave for the office together." Speak Rika by raising the eyebrows.
"It's only been a week or so not to meet you already lebay aja you Mbak!"
Afterwards, Rika forced me to tell her about the incident while in the village. How could Bu Kartika be part of Mr. Mitro's family. It's a little weird, but that's the truth. I didn't tell you everything right away, because I had to take a shower and immediately perform the magrib prayer before I ran out of time.