Tradisi Lisan Eng

Sahibu Hikayat; Nurlaila Jinn’s Daughter (2)

King: That's it, dear. Right now, we call our son Tajul Arifin.

Next, we tell the story: the King and Empress immediately called their son, and the son named Tajul Arifin, once hailed by his parents, came to his father and mother. Understandably, the son has a good education and noble morals. Tajul Arifin kissed his father's hand, then his mother's hand. Then Tajul Arifin said respectfully to his mother and father.

Tajul Arifin: Father, mother. What's wrong with me being called?

Empress: Look, son. Your father wants to talk. Now try to speak, dear; don't just stare.

King: Well, here's the thing, son. I'm not staring, but I'm trying to think. I intend to find you a wife to be your life partner in this palace. Moreover, your mother and father have planned that when you marry, they will throw a grand party for seven days and seven nights in this palace. In short, your heart will be happy. Chandra Leila, we call along with Mashabi, the screen can't be left behind, lenong, topeng, gambang kromong take turns going down the stage, not to mention the magic show ... The following plaster we put up as big as a soccer field, delicious dishes must be included...

Empress: You should be married, Pin. What else are you thinking about?

Tajul Arifin: Father, mother, I say thousands of thanks to father and mother who want to give me the pleasure of marrying...
At that point, Tajul Arifin's parents were thrilled. So I also have a son-in-law, so Raje said kendiri dalem atinya. Then the king, while patting his son's shoulder, said again.

King: Tajul Arifin, my son. Our Gambir field is big but still more significant when I hear your words. Furthermore, I will order a vizier to investigate which kingdom has a beautiful royal princess. If there is one, I'll tell you to hurry up and propose to her. I don't care what you ask for, whether it's tiger milk or mustika from Jemar, I'll give it to you.

Then Tajul Arifin, as if not hearing the joy of his father's heart, continued his talk:

Tajul Arifin: Father, mother. Forgive my impudence; I have not been able to accept the pleasure my father and mother will give me because now my son has no desire to have a wife or a family.
His Majesty was very surprised to hear his son's answer, and the King continued to say:

King: My son Tajul Arifin. Why do you refuse the pleasure I want to give you, son, especially now that you are already big? You are already two and a half years old, while the children of ministers of your age are already carrying babies. Don't you want to? And now that it's rainy season, don't you want to be married? Anyway, you just want to. I will take care of these needs.

To be continued...

Source: Reading Book Supporting Mulok Variety of Betawi Culture DKI Jakarta Province 2002

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