The Three Chosen
67. Ask for Help
Since Hendrik turned himself in to the police, his position was automatically ended. Hendrik did not care because what was important for him was that he could live the rest of his life quietly without being disturbed by the ghost of Desiree.
The fate of Hendrik is currently like a saying ‘has fallen under the stairs’. When Hendrik was hit by legal problems, Susan too
continue to pursue her intention to claim the divorce of her husband. Susan doesn't have empathy for Hendrik. But the bland feeling he felt during the marriage with Hendrik made Susan can only support Hendrik in other ways.
Hendrik had no choice but to agree to Susan's request. He did not want to be selfish by forcing Susan to stay, while he was not able to make Susan happy.
“ I'm sorry if all this time I can't be a good Husband to you..,” said Hendrik when Susan visited him.
“ I'm sorry I couldn't wait to face you. I have to be honest, I want a child too. But with your current condition it feels difficult for me. Moreover, my age continues to grow. I was afraid...,” Susan's speech was interrupted as Hendrik clasped his hand tightly.
“ Shhht..., I understand. Don't blame yourself. Go Susan, get your happiness. I'm happy if you're happy.” said Hendrik in a raucous voice and teary eyes.
Susan ventured to look at Hendrik, the man she had lived with for twelve years under one roof. Susan couldn't help crying. He hugged Hendrik while apologizing repeatedly. Hendrik hugged Susan. For the last time he hugged the woman he loved. Hendrik also kissed Susan's forehead before breaking his embrace.
“ Go Honey. Don't look back because you deserve to be happy.” said Hendrik with a smile.
“ Thank you Hendrik. I hope you also find your happiness one day.” said Susan, who is owned by Hendrik.
After kissing the back of Hendrik's hand, Susan stood up and walked slowly away from Hendrik.
“ I'll never be happy again Susan. For my happiness is when I am near you and embrace you.” murmured Hendrik with teary eyes.
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The trial for the Desiree kidnapping case that led to the girl's death has been held. In court revealed what Hendrik had done. When hearing Hendrik's confession Desiree's large family seemed hysterical. They were angry and tried to hurt Hendrik. But the tight security of the police benefited Hendrik because no one could touch and hurt his body.
Henry was sentenced to twenty years in prison for kidnapping, abducting* and causing Desiree's death. What eased his sentence was that Hendrik was cooperative by admitting wrongdoing and turning himself in to the police.
When the verdict was handed down Hendrik just silently listened. He seemed to accept the punishment. Reporters of various media that crowded the court to cover the trial that Hendrik lived also looked curious. They wanted to see Hendrik's reaction when the verdict was handed down. There was nothing Hendrik said as he passed by the clustered reporters, other than just smiling.
Faiq kept his promise to help Hendrik escape from the pursuit of Desiree's ghost. Faiq met Hendrik in the field to fulfill his promise. Accompanied by Fatur the uncle, Heru and Darta, Faiq began to carry out the process of ruqyah.
When the ruqyah process takes place the atmosphere of the room looks tense. Fatur, Heru and Darta appear to be helping Faiq
with dhikr. While Faiq sat cross-legged behind Hendrik while sticking his palm on the back of Hendrik who continued to rumble because he saw the ghost of Desiree directly in front of his eyes. Hendrik was having a dialogue with Desiree's ghost.
“ Forgive Me...,” said Hendrik.
“ I have trouble forgiving you Hendrik. You hurt me, my heart and my body. Tell me how I forgive you..?” ask the ghost of Desiree.
“ I made amends in prison. Is that not enough for you Desiree..?” asked Hendrik.
“ Who...?” ask Hendrik.
“ Her name is Bu Siti. He's a good man. He only felt close to Hasman because Hasman was similar to his missing Son.” Sahut Desiree.
“ If it's about Hasman I can't say anything. I hate him for making you reject me. But Miss Siti, I never knew about her.
“ Your man has dumped my body in the back garden of the nursing home where Bu Siti works. And he was thought to be involved in my abduction and death. But he doesn't know anything. He just happened to love Hasman, and Hasman repeatedly denied that he was the missing Lady's Son. Do you understand how she feels..?!” said ghost Desiree riled.
Hendrik. He did hear Siti's name mentioned during the past conference. But at that time Hendrik did not pay too much attention because he was busy with his own thoughts. Especially at that time he was also being terrorized by the ghost of Desiree who appeared in the courtroom and stood right in front of him.
“ What do I do to make you forgive me..?” asked Hendrik in a raucous voice.
There's no answer. Desiree's ghost just left to make Hendrik upset. Hendrik shed tears because he could no longer accept terror from the ghost of Desiree. Although he has been imprisoned, but the ghost of Desiree always comes and terrorizes him. Henry was scared and tired.
Faiq ends the ruqyah process after Desiree's ghost leaves. He felt sorry to see Hendrik's condition at that time. Faiq knew that Hendrik really regretted his actions in the past.
“ What else should I do..?” ask Hendrik.
“ I'll have Hasman come to help you. Only he can untangle this tangled thread. Desirees
loves Hasman and will listen to what Hasman has to say. Now it's up to you. Would you humble yourself to ask Hasman for help.?” asked Faiq while staring fixedly at Hendrik.
Hendrik. He thought hard before making a decision. Should he let go of his ego and hatred for Hasman in order to escape from the ghost of Desiree. A moment later Hendrik seemed to take a deep breath.
“ Yes, I do need Hasman's help. Please tell him I want to ask him to help me.”, said Hendrik firmly.
“ Well, now we record your request so Hasman can see directly your facial expression..,” said Faiq approved by Hendrik.
After recording Hendrik's request for help, Faiq resigned and promised to come again later.
“ It may take some time to persuade Hasman because of your attitude towards him first..,” Faiq said before passing.
“ Yes, I understand...,” said Hendrik resigned.
“ Be patient and do not forget to pray. God can turn hearts. Moreover, only the heart of a Hasman..,” said Fatur encouraging.
“ God willing, thank you for the support..,” said Hendrik with a smile.
Then Hendrik released the departure of four special guests with a smile on his lips. He feels much better after undergoing ruqyah although the process will still continue later.
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