Sanctity of Love

Name : Hanik Khoirotun Nikmah

Class : TBI 4.C

NIM : 3213103071                 

                       SANCTITY OF LOVE

The story about Andy and Hany were two people who loved each other till the end of their life. They were very famous of their loyalty. How about Andy Kurniawan and Hany Wanda in their life?

            It was unusual that Hany came to the class so early in the morning and it was also very unusual that Hany wanted to talk with Andy.

            Although they were classmates, they seldom talked to each other. Because of their names, the class always made fun by calling them lovers. She didn’t feel comfortable with this condition and neither did he.

            What’s up? He asked her. I want to ask you about something. But I don’t know how to say it,’ said hany. What do you want to ask? ‘Can you feel it? She looked shy. Feel what? Don’t beat about the bush! He was curious. Ok, I’ll change my question. Do you have any girl friend?   

            He was so surprised to know her question. He didn’t think that she asked about it. it was not proper for a girl to ask not their custom. It was proper if the man did it when he wanted the girl to be his girl friend, wasn’t it?

            “NO, I don’t have any girl friend now,” he answered. That’s a relief’” she said to herself. Andy, I think… will you…..” hany didn’t finish the sentence. He thought she couldn’t finish it. Her face was blushing. He guessed him was too.

            Command, just say whatever you want to say.”

“I’m shy to say it.”

There’s no need to be shy. “his heart was beating so fast, waiting for her to say “the magic words”. Although he knew what she meant, he still wanted to hear from her personally.

            Promise me you won’t laugh.” He nodded. He said in his heart (oh my god, she’s going to say it).

            “Since the first time I met you, I felt something special about you. You are different from anyone else. You are smart, very kind, and …. I think…i...i…, ah forget it, she didn’t utter it. “I want you to read this next time.” She gives him a letter in a rose colored envelope. And then she left him when the bell rang.

            He couldn’t concentrate during the lesson. He kept thinking about hany.” What had she written in her letter? Was it her confession on how she felt about me?” these questions spoilt his mind during studying in the class.

            Thank god! Finally the lesson was over. He opened the envelope, there was a sentence “I am sick of you”. He smashed the letter, he was so angry and it was more when he heard his classmates laughing at him. No wonder they didn’t go out from the class as they used to do. Apparently they were waiting for him to open the letter so they could have a good time laughing at him. No wonder they didn’t go out from the class as they used to do. Apparently they were waiting for him to open the letter so they could have a good time laughing at him. Hany had made fool of him, and she planned it with the whole kids in class. He left the class with anger and disappointment, until hany ran after him.

            “Andy, I’m sorry,” she said. Leave me alone! I don’t wanna hear anything from you. You intended to do it with your friends. Son of bitch!” he turned around and fled home. A week later…..

            Andy, there’s a phone call for you,” his sister yelled from the living room. “From whom is it?” “hany.” ” Tell her I’m out.” It’s been a week since the incident happened. Every day hany tired to talk with him and often called him up at home but he didn’t give her chance. His heart was still hurt. He was still disappointed. He never thought she could do that to him. He felt so foolish by thinking that she really liked him.

            It was Sunday. he was painting when she came to his home. “I didn’t know that you could paint,” said hany. He glanced at her coldly and then continued his painting. Ignoring her presence.

            “Maybe you could paint me some time,” said hany, trying to break the ice.” I want you to forgive me for what I have done to you. That’s the reason why I come here. I never thought that you’d be that angry,” hany went on trying to make him stop painting so he could notice her.

            Ok, I’ll forgive you, but I’ll never forget all about it. And now would you please leave me alone? He said firmly, then he kept her hand away from his arm and went back to his painting.

            “I can’t understand . why are you so angry with me? Said hany in hight tone. it was only a joke, you know that !there’s no need to be that angry and make me feel guilty, said hany. She couldn’t control her emotion.

            “Do you really want to know why I was so angry? He asked her irritatedly, while looking deeply into her eyes which made her a little bit frightened.

            “I’ll tell you why….it’s because I really do care about you, I want you to be with me. Can’t you see that I love you…? Finally he managed to blow the magic words out.  “It’s been a long time since I wanted to tell the way I felt but I had to be sure that you felt the same way about me. So can you imagine how I felt when you made fool of me in front of the whole class!”

            Hany was still in silence as though all her thinking processes had slowed down.

            Then, a few seconds letter, felling sure that there was no one around, and only she and he were there, she laughed. Her laughter was louder and louder as if she couldn’t stop it.

            “Why are you laughing at me?” haven’t you got enough for what you have done to me? And now you…….”

            “No, no. that’s not it. I’m not laughing at you,” said hany between her laughter.

            Then why? He asked her impatiently. He wanted to know her reason soon. He expected to get a clear signal that she was also interested in him.

            Do you know why the class chose me to be the bait and I accepted? Asked hany after she stopped laughing.

            It was because I wanted to know how you felt about me, Hany answered her own question. But when I gave you the sign that I liked you, you acted like you didn’t have any feeling about me. She stopped her head as she didn’t dare to look at him.

            Andy thought that she was shy to say it first. He also realized that he should have expressed his feeling franky to her. Then he took her chin so he could see her feeling about him through her eyes. After all, they really happy.

            Day by day, month by month, year by year, their relationship got many troubles and obstacles. Andy was so possessive and it made her fell like staying in the prison. He was also often jealous of her friends. And then andy left her without any reason. Hany thought deeply until she got sick.

            Han, you shouldn’t do this! This is too dangerous for you. You’ve just recovered from your sickness. Besaides we will have an examination next week. It’s better for you to prepare it. Said Rena (her close friend).

            What have you said? Dangerous? Rena, you know, I have been doing this since five years ago and everything was okay. So let me do it again. Don’t you remember, tomorrow is January 22nd? You know how important that day is for me. She said to Rena, her close friend.

            Rena tried to stop her to go to (SIGUNTANG Mountain and the place in Palembang south Sumatra) because she looked pale and weak.

            Han, I understand the meaning of day for you but I think what you will do isn’t a good way. I realize how hurt you are. But I’m sure he will disagree if he knows you hurt yourself this.

            “Girl, I’m bored to hear what you said. Now leave me alone because I’m in hurry. I have to arrive there before night and meet Mr. Sharif.”

            “Rena, I’m sorry I’ve disappointed you. Please don’t look at me that way, I can’t stand it.”

            Rena didn’t answer. She just left Hany with a strange look. That meant that she was so angry but Hany didn’t care. She was still with her decision.

            She continued to check up his food stuff. SIGUNTANG Mountain was cold so it was necessary for her to bring a sweater, scarf gloves, two cans of water, and a pack of crackers. And the most important things were a walkman plus a cassette with the song “good bye” by bobby Jovi. It was her sweet memory when went to SIGUNTANG mountain with Andy while listening to it together. It was so romantic.

            It was 11 o’clock. She had finished with her equipments and ready to go. She didn’t say anything to Rena before leaving. She went to SIGUNTANG by bus.

            In the bus, her mind was flying away. Five years ago he took her to SIGUNTANG for the first time. She also remembered when she made a mistake by sending him an impolite letter before they made agreement to love each other. Their love was still fine when they were in university because they were in the same university but different faculties. Hany took English department and Andy took Arabic language. He was very kind and she was very proud of him. He often helped her finish her assignments. He taught her much about life. She still remembered the reason why he took her to SIGUNTANG. He wanted Hany to enjoy the beautiful scenery. He expected her to have an experience after going  to SIGUNTANG  mountain so she could see the world outside hers.

            “Hany, you need to know the world outside yours. Because I think you begin to feel bored to face your life. Let’s make a different experience by climbing a mountain. It’s easy to climb Siguntang. Besides it has beautiful scenery too.” Said Andy.

            At first she protested, but at last she went too. What he said about SIGUNTANG was true. SIGUNTANG was very beautiful and wonderful. And then, he introduced her to Mr. Syarif. He was a very kind man and lived in the village near the mountain. Andy knew him such a long time because Sharif used to climb SIGUNTANG Mountain.

            “Wake up Miss.”

            She felt someone shaking her shoulder. The man who shook her shoulder was the bus crew.

            “You’ve arrived at Gambier bus station. You have to get down.” Thanks for walking me up. If you hadn’t gotten me up, I would have passed this station.”

            She had to continue her journey by public transportation to the mountain. She hoped she didn’t forget the way to Mr. Sharif’s house. She didn’t want to lose his way. She was surprised when she arrived at Mr. Sharif house because there were many changes such as many hotels, motels, restaurants and inns. She felt doubt to knock at his house. She was afraid if he didn’t recognize her anymore. After thinking more and more….. (finally)

            “Asalamualaikum. Anybody home? Hello Mr. Sharif! Don’t you recognize me?” she yelled happily when he opened the door. He looked confused and stared at her like she was a stranger.

            “Who are you?” he asked. She smiled at him and took his hand to make him remember her.

            “Please think deeply. I know you will recognize me.”

            “Oh my god. Is that true? Are you really hany? Am I dreaming? I can’t believe it. Come on in! I’m sorry; I could not recognize you well. You look thinner and pale. What’s wrong with you?”               

             “Nothing’s wrong with me. I have just recovered from my sickness.”

            “I’m very sorry to hear that. But thank god, you have recovered. by the way where is Andy now?”

            “I don’t know where he is. He left me without any explanation. Perhaps he got misunderstanding. I think he wouldn’t do something like this to me. I feel I lose my stick. The stick which I need to guide me to walk is lost. I get difficulty to step on this earth. Mr. Syarif, I do love him. I can’t live without him. He is my hero, my shine, my everything my….my….my…..” she couldn’t continue her explanation. Her eyes glistened with tears.

            “Calm down, Hany. Hold your emotion. It’s good crying for what has happened. Don’t blame yourself! It’s no use crying over the spilt milk.” Mr. Sharif tried to advise her.

            “I can’t forget him Mr. Sharif; his shadow always comes when I remember him. What should I do?” she complained.

            “Hany, you must be patient. Don’t hurt yourself. This will not help to solve your problem. You’ll get more problems if you’re sick. You should make your brain cool. If your brain is not hot, you will be burnt,. I’m sure if he is the right man that was born for you, he will be yours. Our god knows the best one of us.”

            “Thank very much for your advice. I’ll try control myself in order that I can find the best solution.”

            “Don’t mention it. You are like my own daughter. If you are sad, I’ll be sad too.” He tried to entertain her.

            “By the way, I don’t see your wife. Where is she now?” asked Hany.

            She left me without any signs. She was called by our god one years ago. She passed away.” He looked sad to tell that story.

            I’m sorry to hear that. I grieve because your wife passed away.”

            Don’t think it over. Let bygones be bygones. Even I live alone now but I don’t feel lonely because there are many visitors coming to see me. This is our god’s will. I’m sure I can take the lesson from it and everything will be back to him. I can realize it.” He explained wisely as if he explained it in front of the students in Islamic boarding school. After having a warm conversation with him, he invited her to dinner in the dining room. After feeling satisfied, she took a rest. At around 11o’clock P.M she asked his permission to go on her journey to climb SIGUNTANG.

            “ Hany, it’s not  good climbing SIGUNTANG in this condition. If I could suggest……..”

            No, Mr. Syarif. I must go there! She cut of his words before he finished.

            “Alright. Suit yourself! I’ll take you until the dessert. Do you mind if I accompany you?”

            “Thank you but I usually go there alone. So let me go alone.”

            “Ok, if you insist on going there alone, please take care of yourself.”

            After thinking him very much, she went to SIGUNTANG alone. On the way she rented a horse but when she arrived at the dessert she had to go on foot. The way was still dark but fortunately she brought a flashlight. Then she walked slowly while remembering her sweet memory with Andy.

            “Andy, this is our unforgettable street. I feel your shadow accompanying me tonight. I still have a big question in my mind why you left me. Was it because of my friend Rozak? I had told you many times that Rozak and I were just friends. I had known him before I met you. He was just like my own brother. That night when you saw us together, he invited me on his graduating party. Actually he wanted you to come, but he told me that you were not at your boarding house. I had tried to call up you but your mobile was not active. You didn’t receive my explanation. You left me and even your family. Where are you now? I miss you like crazy. Don’t you feel it?” she spoke to herself. She spoke to herself. She complained why he left her and didn’t receive her explanation. 

            The condition was getting colder and colder. Her body condition was drop too. She got difficulty to breath because suddenly she got influenza. Moreover she didn’t bring any medicine especially her inhaler.

            Hany was not careful when she walked because she kept on thinking about Andy. Therefore she didn’t realize that there was a big hole in front of her. It was too late, she fell into the hole.

            Ops, my god what happen with my eyes? I can’t look anything. it is so dark. What must I do? Help! Help! Please somebody help me!” she screamed loudly. It was useless, no one hearted her.

            “Oh, where am i? Am I still alive?” she woke up from her unconsciousness.

            “Don’t worry girls, you are in Mr. Sarif house now.” The young man besides her said in a soft voice. The voice was very familiar to her ears. Are you Sarif? Yes I’m .  you must take rest in my house. I know you really miss  Andy so much but you must know although the love is blint you must  keep your healthy because that is very important for you. Believe to your god love is holy and the right way will find it. If  he will be your partner he must back to you.

            Hany didn’t say anything she just cry because she want to meet with Andy. And Mr. Syarif really sad look her bad condition. Because he look Hany can’t life without her sweetheart. Finally Mr. Syarif looking for andy and he try called all of  Andy’s friend.

            Then someday there is memorizing al-Qur’an competition in glorious mosque. Mr. Syarif join in that competition. Involuntary they are rival’s with each of them. After some minutes the competition was started. And the first participant is Andy Kurniawan.

 The master of ceremonies passing in place and time for Andy. Mr. Syarif very pretend when he was hear and look what he is his friend which missing someday ago. When he was him voice that was so surprised. Aren’t I dreaming now? How he can to rebound god greatness and power very well? But he is very happy because he can find Andy again and he sure Hany will immediately recover when hearing that andy have come. After finished read the holy Quran Syarif to be hurried to meet him. Finally they are chatting about Hany condition and Andy feel very made some mistake to her. Because he have gone without explanation. After finished the competition the master of ceremony read announcement the winner of competition.

 The first winner is Andy Kurniawan. Andy very happy to hear that and he fell satisfied with him the effort during the time.

            Mr. Syarif give statement greeting to him best friend. He looks so pound with Andy. After get trophy of minister of religious affairs he hurries up to meet Hany. Mr. Syarif was accompany Andy until at him house to meet Hany.

            “Asalamualaikum? Andy knock the door of Hany  bad room. So she was surprised. The voice was very familiar to her ears.

            “Are you Andy? Aren’t I dreaming now?” she tried to make sure that she was not dreaming.

            “Yes, honey. I’m Andy. I’m sorry for making you suffer.

I left you because I wanted to study in cottage (Islamic boarding school). I wanted to change the way of my life. What we did last time was forbidden by our religion because you were not my wife. Right now I want to marry you soon. I love you and we hope our god will bless us. Let’s turn the new page.” Andy explained.

            “No!” she was silent and Andy was surprised to hear it. Then she continued. “i mean I don’t refuse your offer. Marry me soon and don’t leave me my sweetheart.”