Malin Kundang stood by the wooden dock, his eyes fixed on the distant horizon. His heart was a mix of excitement and sorrow. "I promise to return, Mother," he assured, his voice firm yet gentle. Ibu Kundang clasped his hands, her eyes glistening with unshed tears. "Remember where you came from, my son," she whispered, her grip tightening before letting go.
Malin Kundang thrived in the new city, his determination and charm winning him success. Wealth flowed like the tide, and soon he owned ships and businesses. Yet, as his fortune grew, so did the distance from his past. "I have everything I ever dreamed of," he mused, his thoughts drifting to his humble village only briefly.
The ship cut through the waves, a symbol of Malin Kundang's success. Yet, as he stepped onto the familiar soil, the warmth of home was missing. Ibu Kundang, frail but hopeful, rushed forward, her voice trembling with joy. "My son, you've returned!" she cried. But Malin, cloaked in arrogance, recoiled. "Do not embarrass me," he sneered, turning his back on her.
Ibu Kundang's heart shattered, her cry echoing with the storm. "If he is truly my son, let justice be served," she lamented. As if answering her plea, the sky roared, a bolt of lightning striking Malin's ship. The villagers watched in terror as the ship and its crew turned to stone, frozen in time.
The villagers gathered, their voices hushed in reverence and fear. The tale of Malin Kundang, once a proud son, now a cautionary lesson, spread far and wide. Ibu Kundang stood before the stone remnants, her heart heavy yet resolved. "May you serve as a reminder of humility and respect," she murmured, turning back to the village that would carry on the story for generations.
Years passed, but the legend of Malin Kundang remained etched in the hearts of the villagers. His story, a testament to the enduring bond between a mother and her child, echoed in every corner of the village. A lesson learned, never to be forgotten—one that reminded all to cherish their roots and honor those who came before them.