When Passion Is Greater Than Lust
A sister-in-law gift

Although Indra told me it would be eight in the morning, but apparently they had not reached the mother's house even though the clock had shown at nine more.

A car that came, caught the attention of me, my mother and father who were waiting for the arrival of Indra and family, on the terrace of the house.

After the driver came out, then we knew if the car belonged to Indra, whether when my sister-in-law learned to drive a car, until they now dare to bring their own car. Avanza type cars that have not even used a license plate, which means if this car they just bought. Not wanting to look tacky in front of Indra, because amazed and confused with the contents of my own head.I immediately took a suitcase that was just issued by Indra from their car, from their car, little welcomed the sister-in-law and his wife enthusiastically.

I saw that Mom and Dad took over the King from Hesti's arms, and then brought the baby inside, because the weather was a little hot.

" Assalammualaikum Ma'am !"

The sweet woman greeted me kindly.

I returned Hesti's greeting, and thrust my hand toward his hand that was ready to greet me.

I nodded politely in his respectful manner and told him to go inside immediately after my mother and father, while I lifted some bags of groceries that Indra had collected beside the car, in the meantime, bring him inside.

After making sure everything was done and there was nothing left I immediately joined the mother, father and Indra and Wife, while Dio was already in front of the TV, My second son really likes to watch, especially if his favorite cartoon show has started.

"Ti, take the lead in the kitchen, yeah,."

I haven't even had a chance to talk to Hesti, but my mother's order requires me to go back to the kitchen and prepare the pempek along with the vinegar.

Fortunately Bara was sleeping so I could do everything nimble.

" Dek make brother coffee dong..!!"

The sound of bang Dadang made me a little surprised, I really did not hear the sound of his footsteps earlier, so unaware of his presence.

" It's a bang, I'm busy !!

Indra same his wife just arrived so you make your own coffee, not good if they wait long.." I showed my work on bang Dadang, bang Dadang, so that he understands and takes the initiative to make coffee for himself.

" alahh, Sama Indra is not good at all. Anyway make me coffee, finish my face wash, the coffee should be finished and be on the table..ngerti !!!"

Bang Dadang just woke up. And as usual, he doesn't want to understand my hassles, I'm lazy to argue, and feel bad with Indra if our quarrels sound to the future finally relented and immediately cooked water to brew coffee.

I was a little daydreaming, somehow this marriage now even feels torturous.

" What's the old one ? make your coffee "

" Ehh this is to bang Dadang mak, he just woke up.."

Mother looks to take over the tray that I have prepared and arrange a small bowl, pempek and vinegar in it. Not to forget the drinking water and the cup.

Mother was silent not to respond to my words, until she finally came forward, carrying a tray .

I know, if bang Dadang is wrong then mom doesn't even care much, unless the fault is on me then mom will talk at length and side with bang Dadang, not advise. But even more blame me.

Later that night when all the family members were gathering, Indra handed out new clothes. He said as a gift, as well as thanks for his graduation as PNS, last year.

All parts, including my three sons, honestly I feel a little jealous with Indra's life which is now well established even though their marriage is still very young.

" It's mbak..!"

Indra thrust a jewelry box, red velvet. " I've got a vow, if I pass the PNS, then I'll give Mbak a set of jewels. As a token of gratitude for Ma'am always supporting me both materially and time, to teach me !"

Actually this is the reason, behind our financial underdevelopment. I always took the initiative to help bang Dadang's sisters to be able to go to college together. Because even though PNS, your finances are unstable because there is a lot to pay, and all rely on a small salary because indeed, your salary is no longer intact, has been cut by bank loans.

I'm moved, but I know if it's not good if I accept this, especially now Indra has a family.

" Save it Ndra, Ma'am sincere. Of all things also with your brother's consent.."

" This is nazar mbak. And my duty is to pay it. I don't want it if it's gonna be a disaster for me later .."

"Then, what can this jewelry Mba sell ? God willing, we will wake up this year. Ndra..!!" I glanced at Bang Dadang who had just been quiet.

Everyone in this room now, seems to be looking, even though I do not know the contents of their hearts, but I know there is doubt from the twinkle of the eyes of the family bang Dadang, including my husband.

" Oh yes, Ma'am.. Can be . This has become the property of Mbak , especially if it can be used to add to the shortcomings of your home construction later.."

Indra spoke wisely, even though he was silent for quite a long time.

I smiled happily, staring at the set of gold jewelry given by Indra. What is the answer and reply to my patience and sacrifice all this time.I looked at Indra's face again and sincerely said a lot of thanks, to him.

Even though Mom seems blind to this, but with the current treatment of Indra. I feel like I'm still valued in this family.

***

Since the night that I expressed the intention of building a house, the family bang Dadang seemed to underestimate and maybe not believe too much. So they acted as if I was just boasting, even though all the money I had bought materials and building materials.they would be ready whenever I asked to be delivered.

I am also grateful that Dadang is more visible just according to it, without comment let alone protest, Because indeed I always try to discuss everything with my husband, as a form of appreciation . Although in the end He returned to acting annoying, and again - again discussing the relationship of our bed, which is not as intelligent as before..

I think the presence of Hesti can drive away my boredom, when Salsa was in college. But apparently Mom seemed to put some distance between me and Nesti. They talk to each other more often, do not care about me who is troubled with the same mess of homework, and do not know when it will be finished.

I don't know why I feel like if I'm just a maid here, not a daughter-in-law.

maybe I was tired of being oppressed, so my mind is now prejudiced. My husband just acts so indifferent as if I am a stranger, so how can I encourage the way my mother who seems to treat me differently.

" That's your private car, Hes ?"

" Yes, thank God!! But still a credit mak. Tweet to the bank.."

So it's true, it's theirs and it's earned for guaranteeing SK to the bank.

I saw that my mother was silent, I did not really like dealing with banks, while they were forced to borrow from the bank for their three sons' college fees at that time.

" Oh yes, it means that every month you all save but the goods are received first. Yes hehe"

Oh. Looks like an exception to this one's son-in-law. It's becoming more and more obvious that Hesti is a special daughter-in-law to Mom.

While I am !!!