SINCE the feud with Vienna, Vanya has't been very active in hanging out at Radio Ga Ga. But this time Vanya was really surprised when everyone there made fun of her. There is an invitation for Vanya. The teasing started when Mbak Vera deliberately confused herself and told Vanya that there was an invitation on her table. It was clear that Vanya was surprised to see the invitation.
Actually, it wasn't just Vanya who was shocked, but the entire radio was also shocked. Because the invitation was from Somad. And I haven't heard of Somad's name for a long time. Yes, even though only the letter appeared, it was already a surprise.
The story goes like this, Somad's little sister got married. The celebration was at Somad's house, and Vanya was invited. Vanya was clearly surprised, because Somad hadn't come to bother him for a long time. Kids Radio Ga Ga won't be on
teasing again, "Okay, just come. Who knows, you might even get proposed to right away! Hahaha."
Vanya was clearly annoyed, and so surely even seven generations didn't want to come. He is really allergic to Somad. It's strange how Somad was determined to send an invitation to Vanya. Besides, this Sunday evening, Vanyaga has agreed to go for a walk with Sandra and watch the film Mitnait. So it's clear that Vanya can't come to her younger brother Somad's wedding party. Even though there was no event, it seemed impossible for Vanya to accept the invitation. Moreover, things were peaceful again at home, after Utit returned to Bandung.
But at home, as the day approaches for her sister Somad's wedding celebration, Vanyaga's phone rings very often. Yes, who else could it be from if not Somad? Almost every time Somad calls Vanya. Ask him if he is willing to come to the wedding. Vanya clearly felt terrorized. Where every word that comes out is just that, again!
"Hello, can I talk to four friends on the phone, Vanyaga? Aye Somad bin Indun!"
Somad kept calling Vanya's house. And Mami had ordered Vanya to say that Vanya wasn't at home, so it was a hassle for herself.
"Oh, Vanyaga is hiding, eh, she's not there anymore," Mami lied. ,
"Where are you going, ma'am?" Somad was curious.
"If that's the case, let's call again later. There's still plenty of talk, aye."
Somad hung up the phone.
"Huh, aye, aye..., like a disco song, always using 'aye'!" Mami cursed.
Vanya giggled behind the chair.
Just imagine, almost every hour the child calls. Mami was clearly confused, going back and forth from the bedroom to the living room, from the kitchen to the living room, from the back yard to the living room.
"Duh, Vanyaga isn't there, Komad. Auntie doesn't know where she is. Really."
"Name's Aye Somad, Mother. But that's not why. Aye is still faithful. Coincidentally, the public telephone here has been chartered all day."
Mami almost couldn't stand answering Somad's phone. But Mami was forced to answer the phone, because she was actually waiting for an important call from her colleague. Obviously this makes Mami annoyed. So every time he's left running and it turns out Somad is calling again, he gets stuck.
"Uuuh, it's him again, it's him again! Can't you finish what he's saying?"
Meanwhile, Vanyaga is now comfortable sleeping in her room while reading comics. Meanwhile, Somad himself is still trying. And it seems that now he is starting to know that Mami is bored. That's why every now and then he admits to being Romy, Ryan, Ongky, Alex, Zulkifli, Rinaldi, Oyong, Ikbal, Patulo, Idir, Andri, Sigit, Kimung, Axl Rose, Sudiyanto, or Jaja! Somad is stupid, before lying, he always claims, "Hello, this is Somad who goes by the name Zulkifli. Is Vanya there?"
In the afternoon, Vanyaga remembered Sandra, who had promised to go watch a movie.
Hurriedly, he called Sandra. But it turns out the child left.
"Going? What time are you coming home, Auntie?" Vanya asked.
"I don't know. Maybe I won't come home.
The problem was that he had been picked up by Farah, his cousin who had just fled from Iraq. Maybe even stay in Bogor, at his house. Abis Farah was Sandra's playmate when she was little. Do you have a message, Vanya?"
"Oh, no, Auntie." Vanya hung up the phone a little annoyed.
Damn, why did you cancel your promise and not call first? Vanya is stuck.
Vanya really doesn't have anything to do tonight. He would be lonely this Sunday night. Unlucky. It's really bad luck.
Vanya cursed in her heart. Sambi! Perched on a chair in the back of the house watching the twilight birds flying by, he was dumbfounded.
Kriiing! The phone rings.
Mami immediately went back into the living room, grabbing the telephone receiver. And it turns out...
"More tomatoes! More tomatoes."
"Somad, Mother. Aye Somad."
"Yes, Somadsamid, right?"
"That's komatkamit. This is Somad bin Indun..."
"I already know! I've told you so many times, Vanyaga..."
Vanya, who was eavesdropping from the back terrace, remembered. And hurriedly came to Mami. "Eh, here, Mi. Vanya accepts it."
"Why, you said you weren't there?" Mom was surprised. "Mommy already said there isn't any, here!"
Vanya nonchalantly grabbed the telephone receiver.
"What are you like, anyway?" Mami protested while screaming. "Mummy would be embarrassed to be caught lying!"
"Just say you just got home."
Somad actually heard the heated argument from across there.
But don't be ignorant.
"Hello," said Vanya softly. .
"Eh, this is Vanya, isn't it? Yes, it's an envelope, where have you been, why have you just come home? Aye, I called Vanya this morning, but mommy said she wasn't at home."
"Yeah, I just came back. Hm, what's wrong, huh?"
"Look, Vanya. So Situ didn't come to your house, Aye? Didn't Situ already accept the invitation."
Vanya thought about it for a second. "Okay, okay."
"Asoooi...! If it's really there, you can come, let me pick you up. Vanya, just wait in the house. Don't go anywhere else. Wait, brother, okay?"
***
Not long after, exactly after sunset, I heard the roar of a motorbike which sounded like a sugar cane crusher. Noisy! Yes, Somad came to pick up Vanya.
Her makeup is really tacky. Wear a jean jacket with "Bang Jalil" embroidered on the back. Typical jacket for dangdut fans. His trousers were green corduroy with the bottom open as wide as the mouth of a basin. Around his neck was a flower-colored slayer. The dungarees are shiny items with
heels as high as a clothesline! Wow, basically Somad's appearance is really good, in his own eyes. In other people's eyes? Hohoho, out of date!
Somad honked. Pep, pep, pep!
It's like a cowboy dismounting a horse. Somad also tied his motorbike, without turning off the engine, to the iron pager at Vanya's house. Taking a determined step, he rang the bell. Before the door opened, the motorbike was untied. As a result, the motorbike sped off alone. Somad was flabbergasted. Startled. Without ba, bi, ma'am, he immediately chased his motorbike which was flying by itself. Meanwhile, Vanyaga and her mother, who had appeared there, were amazed to see Somad driving the motorbike. Ah, luckily caught!
"Evening, Mother. Aye Somad bin Indun wants to pick up Aye's favorite candidate, Vanyaga," said Somad after re-tying his battered motorbike tightly. His sweat soaked the flower slayer.
Vanya was really uncomfortable at first. But it doesn't feel good to see Somad's sacrifice.
Finally, wearing minimal makeup, he rode behind Somad.
"Why don't you hold on to my waist, Vanya?" Somad scolded when he saw that Vanya was just holding the edge of the seat.
"It's okay, the handle here is the same, right? It's just not nice to hold."
Meanwhile, Marni is very worried. Can this motorbike still run? After that, the motorbike is exactly the same as its owner. Same ancient!
"Pay attention on the way."
"It's done, Mother," said Somad.
"If there's a red light, stop. If there's no red light, look for one with a red light."
Vanya was stunned when she heard her mother's advice. Mami really doesn't know what to order. After all, Mami was really worried.
"Atiati, Vanya. Read bismillah...," said Mami again.
Vanya nodded weakly. Somad is still having trouble starting his motorbike. It doesn't turn on. Maybe the spark plug is wet. Somad got off, while Vanya was riding pillion. He just ignored checking the spark plugs without fixing the motorbike. As a result, Vanyaga, with her legs stretched out, was forced to guard the motorbike door so that it didn't collapse. Mami can only shake her head!
Spark plugs okay. Somad started again. And there was the roar of the sugar cane grinding machine! The motorbike left billowing smoke right in Mami's nose. Mami coughed. But he still had time to say, "Atiati, don't fall asleep, Vanya...! Cough! Cough!"
When we arrived at Somad village, the welcome was really lively. Somad village is located rather to the edge. Here, there are usually many native Betawi people who feel marginalized due to the development of their city, fortunately they never scream for justice. Never. They're just dancing!
The people there still know each other very well. Mutual cooperation is still strong. Like now, many people gather at Somad's house to work together to finish off the snacks there!
And people at sit1i also know that now Somad is picking up his favorite candidate. That's why apart from wanting to come to Somad's younger brother's wedding celebration, they also want to meet Somad's favorite candidate, who they say is Kuce! .
And that's right. When the roar of the sugar cane grinding machine began to be heard, all eyes turned to the direction the motorbike was coming from. They chuckled loudly after the motorbike actually stopped right in front of them. Vanya is clearly not feeling well. Meanwhile the clicking just got louder. Young and old, big and small, ugly, handsome, rich and poor, amazed to see Vanya Decak's cuteness, they blared throughout the village.
Somad's mother, who until now only knew about her son's story, was truly amazed at that time! Until the tray he was carrying fell, until the cakes fell scattered. He approached Vanya, took her hand and kissed her fingers. Sincere greetings from my prospective merto!
"So this is what you often tell Mum, Mad? Mum just agrees if that's your choice, Mad. Come on, Neng, let's go in!"
The neighbors still continued to cluck. It feels like natural music that accompanies Vanya's footsteps. It's very sacred. Meanwhile, the dangdut rhythm continues to hum.
Several of Somad's relatives welcomed Vanya with the same hospitality. As if welcoming a family who has just returned from the Hajj!
"Very cute, Mad, you like it! Soft star, huh?" said one of the brothers.
"Yes, Mad. You're really good at choosing girls," blurted out the other brother.
"Be careful not to get scratched, Mad!" said his other brother.
"Ly e udeh, deh, Mad. Just follow suit. You mark two grams of goods!"
Vanya was really worried, and really surprised. He didn't expect to receive such a warm welcome like this. .
After Vanya finished greeting her bride, she was led to the dining table. There are lots of typical village treats there... Starting from getuk, peyek, rengginang, wajik, onde onde, apem, to layer cakes! .
While snacking, the Somad family couldn't stop talking about Vanya's prowess! Somad, who felt like a prince who had won the war, sat beside Vanya with a proud smile. His heart was full of a million shadows. He imagined that he was sitting in the bridal chair there side by side with Vanya. Somad intends to make the event as lively as possible. Lenong all night long, cokek dance until morning, jaipongan, tancep screen, all served at the same time.
Wait for the game date, OI, Somad thought, smiling.
***
Coming home from the invitation, Vanyaga immediately put on a disheveled look. After being annoyed with Somad's super dorky brother. Meanwhile, Somad, who has the feeling of a rhinoceros, actually looks really happy. I don't know if Vanya is upset.
"It looks like I was really happy when I met you there, Vanya," said Somad. .
Vanya didn't react.
"If that's the case, it's a sign that our relationship will go smoothly, Vanya. Because usually I like to be picky!" Somad said again.
Vanya started to get frustrated. Moreover, at that time Somad drove a motorbike like someone just learning. Rude there, rudder here. No matter the holes and gravel, everything is brushed continuously. As a result, Vanyaga jumped up and down in the back seat, and was forced to hug Somad's waist tightly.
"Hey, slow down, grandpa!" Vanya screamed because she couldn't stand it.
Somad was shocked.
"What?" he asked stupidly.
"Drive the motorbike slowly. Can't you hear me?" Vanya shouted even louder.
"Oh, it's loud, isn't it?"
"Yeah. Why do you keep asking?" Vanya answered while pinching Somad's waist. Somad was amused. Then loosen the gas clutch. But even though the motorbike was running smoothly, Vanyaga's expression remained bent.
"It's slowing down. Why is Vanya still frowning?" Somad asked while peeking in the rearview mirror.
Vanya glared.
"How can you not frown, you're annoyed. If you're not annoyed, don't frown!" Vanya answered curtly.
"Well, don't be upset then, bro!" Somad suggested even though his heart was sour.
"I can't, bro, people who are frowning are told not to be upset. I'm upset because I'm frowning, you know!"
Somad scratched his hair. Confusion.
"Oh, Vanyaga, if you're a mare, it's going to be confusing! Aye, it's going to be a sale," said Somad with a sigh.
"It's your own fault why it's all wrong. Try doing everything right, it won't go wrong!" commented Vanya.
Somad was confused. Then I don't dare say anything anymore. I'm afraid it will get more complicated. Luckily, it wasn't long before Vanya's house began to appear faintly.
"Okay, just get off here!" Vanya asked suddenly.
"How come?"
"Put me down here."
"Wow, Mr. Somad has to send Vanya back to his parents. Will Kate nyakbabe Vanya later? Somad tried to hold back. But Vanya already jumped up quickly and ran towards the yard. Somad was the only one forced to scream.
"Vanya! Vanya! Wait!" shouted Somad.
But Vanya has disappeared.
***
The next Sunday, Vanyaga woke up early in the morning to beat the neighbor's chickens who were still nodding off. Vanya lay in bed for a while, then rushed out. On the veranda, Vanyaga met Mami and Papi who were engrossed in reading the Sunday newspaper. Papi is on the left page, and Mami is on the right page.
"It's coVanya, it's harmonious," said Vanya while picking up a fried banana in front of Mami, and sipping the chocolate milk that was still steaming. Vanya then joined in.
"Move a little, Pi!" asked Vanya who took a position beside Papi.
Mami looked serious, as if she didn't care about Vanya's arrival. But I like to burst out suddenly. This is Mami's habit. Pretentious but want to talk a lot. And if you do, it's hard to stop. "How was your date last night with Format, Vanya? Was it fun, wasn't it?" Mami asked without taking her eyes off the newspaper she was reading.
"Wow, that's crazy, Mi. Somad's brother, not Format, turns out to be tacky. Vanya is so snobby!" Vanya answered with her eyes fixed on the newspaper.
"You seem to be a good match for that Donat, Vanya. Never mind, let's just do it."
Vanya was surprised to hear Mami's suggestion.
"What's the matter? It's tacky. Vanya is just hanging out with Somad for fun, not Donat. I want to know what a party is like, instead of hanging out at home. It's like there's no other cool guy," said Vanya.
"Yes, but the only one who clearly wants to be with you is Kumat. Where are the others? Most importantly Bud. Eh, what's his name? Ucup, right? According to Mami, I'm less male than Kumat," Mami remained adamant.
Vanya just shut up. Annoyed.
"You don't need to be angry. In fact, the one who really likes you is Circumcision!"
Mum spoke again.
"Ah, that's enough, Mi. Why do you always talk about Somad, anyway!" Vanya said loudly.
"Somad? Which Somad?" Mami was shocked as she turned to Vanya.
Papi in the middle still respects the newspaper.
"Why, wasn't Mami talking about Somad earlier?"
"Speaking of Somad? Who is Somad? What a joke. Do you know him or not!" said Mami Keki. ,
Vanya was surprised. Papi burst out laughing. Amused to see Mami's somewhat senile behavior. Vanya finally understands that Mami's dementia is recurring. No wonder Mami kept saying Somad's name wrong.
***
Until noon, nothing special happened unless a sudden noise came from the end of the road. The sound of firecrackers exploding, and the children running around scattered, creating a five meter long canal. Mami, who was brewing tea bags on the terrace, was shocked.
"Who's setting off firecrackers this afternoon, Mi?" asked Papi whose head was sticking out of the front window.
"You know, Pi. Even though Eid is still a long time away, right?" Mami answered.
Mami and Papi then rushed to the front of the fence. Look at the end of the road.
"Wow, what accompaniment is that, Pi? Why do they bring cake?"
"Bring cake?"
"Yes, Pi," Mami answered enthusiastically.
"That means they want to propose, right?"
"Applying for what?"
"Proposing to other people's girls. Betawi people like that when they want to propose."
"But whose child is he going to propose to, huh?"
"How would I know," answered Papi as he retreated inside. Mami followed.
The two then sat on the veranda.
Meanwhile, from the end of the road, the convoy continued to move forward. The sound of firecrackers was still ringing brightly, accompanied by the sound of children screaming with joy. The atmosphere around there is really striking. The people who come together are dressed neatly. Complete with cap. Each of them brought it
cake tray. Some brought geplak cakes, diamond cakes, talam cakes, layer cakes, and similar fruits such as salak, oranges and guava. The person in the front row actually brought a big bread shaped like a crocodile. It's called crocodile bread. Special bread for proposing to someone's child.
"Which one is the house?" asked a voice.
"Go on, Be. That's the one with the pu'un guava klutuknye!" answered another voice.
"Are you sure it's Mao Ame's child?"
"There's no need to hesitate any longer. It's like a chicken, you can grab it by the throat. Hurry up, Babe, it's always nanye! People will be ahead of you."
The procession continued to march forward. And stopped right at Vanya's doorstep.
"Wow, what's going on here, Pi? Why are they stopping there?" Mami, who was holding the cup, jumped in surprise. Papi was no less surprised.
"Yeah, yeah. What's going on? Don't they have the wrong address?"
Not to mention the confusion that Papi and Mami were missing, one of the convoy immediately greeted Papi and Mami.
"Assalamualaikum! Is this really Neng Vanya's house?"
"Walaikum greetings. That's right, that's right. But what's going on ramerame?" Papi answered while asking.
"Are your parents there, Neng Vanya? Let's apply," asked the greeter while answering.
"Applying to who?" Daddy's dagdigdug.
"Proposing to Neng Vanya. This is Somad anak aye, katenye die ude lame ame likes
Neng Vanya. Last night Vanya was taken to Rume. The kite in that tuetue seems to be a good match, right? After that, Boto's child will be eng, really. Well, last night Somad cried as much as he wanted to ask for marriage. I'm threatening to kill myself all over again. Instead of dealing with Susye's police, in the end we were the ones who made the decision and it would be better to just grant her request. Besides, Somad is also really old. So, what about it, was our proposal accepted or not?" The greeter, who turned out to be Somad's father, chatted at length.
Dad was stunned.
Mami gaped.
Then both of them fell limp. Vanya, who was taking a nap at the time, dreamed that one of her teeth had fallen out.