The Three Chosen
69. Recovering
After the departure of the ghost Desiree Hendrik's body appears weakened and then slumped to the floor. His tense face slowly loosened and his hunting breath slowly regained its order. If he did not see for himself with his eyes, Hendrik did not believe that Hasman's simple words were able to control the anger of Desiree's ghost.
Faiq smiled as he saw Hasman approaching Hendrik and stretched out his hand to help Hendrik stand up.
“ Thank you Hasman, forgive me.” said Hendrik as he welcomed Hasman's hand and hugged Hasman tightly.
“ Both Hendrik. Hopefully after this you can serve your punishment well and make it a place to repent. May Allah also accept your repentance.” said Hasman while patting Hendrik on the back gently.
“ Aamiin...,” said Hendrik while parsing his embrace and smiling in relief.
“ Do not forget there is still one more task for you Mr. Hasman.” said Faiq reminded to make Hasman turn his head.
“ Oh yes, let alone..?” ask Hasman.
“ The spirit of Bu Siti is also here. Say something to cheer him up. The rest leave it to Bang Darta to take care of it..,” sahut Faiq who is owned by Darta.
“ Where is Bu Siti...?” asked Hasman while looking to the right and left because he could not see the ghost of Bu Siti like when he saw the ghost of Desiree earlier.
“ He is behind you...,” said Fatur.
The ghost of Siti bu appears to float closer towards Hasman. He stretched out his hands to touch Hasman's face and stroked his head. Tears seemed to be pouring down on his pale face. He regretted that he had only been able to touch Hasman's face when his life was no longer in his body.
Hasman felt a gentle wind blowing in front of his face. Hasman also felt a sense of warmth in his face and head and that made him close his eyes to soak in the touch of Siti's affectionate ghost.
“ My child, My child..,” ghost groan Siti.
“ Say something Mr. Hasman..,” urges Fatur to resuscitate Hasman who was asleep for a moment.
Hasman opened his eyes then looked forward while saying something.
“ I'm sorry if my words have hurt you all this time. I didn't mean to hurt you. I am ashamed of having
got you into this. Sorry and thank you for protecting me.” Hasman said in a trembling voice.
“ Gapapa, I did that because I love you. I'm defending you because I'm sure you're innocent. Although I finally have to die, I'm willing as long as you survive.” said Siti ghost with a smile.
“ Even though we have no blood relation at all, but I can feel the sincere affection of Mother. I even told my parents about my mother's sacrifice. They are happy because in this strange place I also have the affection of a Mother who is even willing to sacrifice her life for me. They send greetings to Mother and I have invited them to visit the place where Mother is buried. But I can't believe Mom is still looking for justice. Please let me take care of everything. I'm gonna make an announcement all over town and say that Ms. Siti is innocent of not being involved at all
the kidnapping and death of Desiree. Can I do it Mom...?” ask Hasman carefully.
The cool breeze again blew as if it was the answer from Ms. Siti at Hasman's request. Fatur nodded his head gesturing to Hasman if bu Siti supported his good intentions.
“ God willing everything will be taken care of by Hasman and the police. Now go quietly Mom...” said Fatur who is possessed by Siti's ghost.
Before disappearing Siti showed her best form in front of Hasman. He smiled as he rubbed Hasman's head fondly. Hasman also appeared to shed tears as the body of Siti bu slowly vanished leaving a thin smoke that vanished carried by the wind.
“ Alhamdulillah..,” says everyone in the room.
“ Masya Allah, it turns out everything can be resolved easily and quickly today.” said Heru amazed.
“ All by Allah's permission, Her. We just realize Mr. Hasman's promise earlier.” said Faiq.
“ About it let me help take care of it later..,” said Darta while wiping the sweat on her forehead.
“ Thanks Mr. Darta..,” says Hasman.
“ Together Mr. Hasman..,” said Darta with a smile.
followed by another.
“ Yes Sir. Thanks for the help, sorry if already ngerepotin..,” said Hendrik with teary eyes.
“ It is our duty to help each other Sir. We excuse you yes, Assalamualaikum.” said Fatur.
“ Wa aleikumsalam..,” sahut Hendrik.
Hendrik also let go of the five people who had helped him with a sincere smile. She is grateful to know them and hopes to see them again.
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A few days later Hasman was assisted by the police to make a major announcement in the mass media.
The announcement of Siti's mother not involved at all with the events of a dozen years ago that claimed the life of Desiree the daughter of Mr. Scoot.
Sentences written using capital letters are enough to make people who know Siti feel embarrassed and regret for accusing Siti of crime.
Apologies were also conveyed by Mr. Scoot and his family until the good name of Ms. Siti was successfully restored
in no time.
“ I beg you to stop saying bad things about Ms. Siti because she is innocent. We all know who
the mastermind behind Desiree's kidnapping and death. I only ask for help to pray for Ms. Siti so that she can return to her Lord's birthday calmly..,” pinta mister Scoot at the end of his sentence when asked by reporters.
Since her good name was restored, Siti's ghost never again appeared let alone disturb the visitors of the artificial lake where Siti's body was buried. There was a desire in Hasman's heart to build a tomb worthy of Siti, but Faiq forbade it.
“ The late Bu Siti just needs a prayer instead of a memorial. Let the body unite with the ground and not
need to be disturbed again. Because it will only create a lot of parties. Moreover, the body of Bu Siti buried right in the middle of the lake. It will take time and money to take care of it. About where Bu Siti's body is buried, I hope it will be our secret forever.” Faiq said.
And that day Faiq kept his promise to come to the artificial lake with Heru and their respective families. Faiq also deliberately made an appointment to meet Hasman and his family.
While enjoying lunch on the edge of Lake Hanako seemed to smile while waving her hands towards
lake.
“ You see what Sis...?” ask Efliya.
“ View Bu Siti Bun. He said thank you because Me and the twins have helped restore his good name.” Hanako said.
“ Keep what else..?” ask Heru.
“ Ga No more Well. Ms. Siti just said goodbye and said thank you. Yes Zar...,” said Hanako while looking at Izar who was busy playing games on his phone.
“ Yes Ci...,” sahut Izar cuek.
“ He is also happy because Mr. Hasman diligently visited him and prayed for him every day.
smilingly.
Hasman, who heard the words of Iyaz, smiled. Even though he has no blood relation, but the inner bond between himself and the late Siti remains intertwined. Even Hasman also brought his small family to visit the artificial lake. Hasman also recounted the struggle of Siti who was willing to die to protect him. Hasman wanted his children to know that at the bottom of the lake was embedded the body of a woman who was very meritorious in the life of their father.
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