Matahari mulai terbenam di ufuk barat, mewarnai langit dengan semburat jingga dan merah muda.

The sun began to set on the western horizon, painting the sky with streaks of orange and pink.

Tanah Lot Temple berdiri megah di atas batu karang, dikelilingi laut yang berdebur lembut.

Tanah Lot Temple stood majestically on a rocky outcrop, surrounded by gently crashing waves.

Hari itu, Tanah Lot lebih ramai dari biasanya.

That day, Tanah Lot was more crowded than usual.

Para pengunjung berkumpul untuk merayakan Galungan, liburan penuh makna bagi masyarakat Bali.

Visitors gathered to celebrate Galungan, a meaningful holiday for the Balinese people.

Di tengah kerumunan, Banyu berdiri dengan hati berdebar.

In the midst of the crowd, Banyu stood with a pounding heart.

Sudah bertahun-tahun ia tinggal di negeri orang, bekerja keras dan jarang kembali ke Bali.

He had spent years living abroad, working hard and rarely returning to Bali.

Kini ia merasa canggung, seolah-olah asing di tempat yang dulunya ia sebut rumah.

Now he felt awkward, as if he were a stranger in the place he once called home.

Di sampingnya berdiri Sari, teman masa kecilnya yang ceria, dan adik perempuannya, Putri.

Beside him stood Sari, his cheerful childhood friend, and his younger sister, Putri.

Kedua wanita itu menyambutnya dengan senyuman dan mata bersinar.

The two women welcomed him with smiles and shining eyes.

"Ceremony Galungan kali ini pasti istimewa," ujar Sari, menepuk bahu Banyu.

"This Galungan ceremony is bound to be special," said Sari, patting Banyu's shoulder.

Mereka bertiga melangkah menuju pura, di mana aroma harum bunga dan dupa mengisi udara.

The three of them walked toward the temple, where the fragrant scent of flowers and incense filled the air.

Banyu mengamati sekeliling, menyaksikan persiapan Galungan yang berwarna-warni.

Banyu observed the surroundings, witnessing the colorful preparations for Galungan.

Penjor tinggi dengan hiasan khas melambai-lambai diterpa angin.

Tall penjor with their distinctive decorations swayed in the wind.

Sari menjelaskan, "Galungan adalah waktu untuk mengingat kemenangan dharma melawan adharma, kebaikan atas keburukan.

Sari explained, "Galungan is a time to remember the victory of dharma over adharma, good over evil."

"Putri, penuh semangat, menarik tangan Banyu.

Putri, full of enthusiasm, took Banyu's hand.

"Ayo, Kak!

"Come on, Brother!

Kita harus ikut membantu persiapan upacara.

We have to help with the ceremony preparations."

"Banyu merasa bimbang.

Banyu felt hesitant.

Ia ingin menjadi bagian dari tradisi ini, tetapi merasa terasing.

He wanted to be part of this tradition but felt alienated.

Namun, melihat semangat Putri dan Sari, ia memutuskan untuk ikut serta.

However, seeing Putri and Sari's enthusiasm, he decided to join in.

Di bawah bimbingan penuh keceriaan Sari, mereka membuat canang sari, persembahan kecil dari bunga dan daun kelapa.

Under the cheerful guidance of Sari, they made canang sari, small offerings made of flowers and coconut leaves.

Ketika upacara dimulai, Banyu berdiri di antara Sari dan Putri.

When the ceremony began, Banyu stood between Sari and Putri.

Mereka menyambut berkat dari pemangku, berdoa dan memohon keselamatan serta berkah dari para dewa.

They received blessings from the priest, prayed, and asked for safety and blessings from the gods.

Di tengah-tengah ritual, Banyu tiba-tiba merasakan perasaan yang hangat dan akrab.

In the middle of the ritual, Banyu suddenly felt a warm and familiar sensation.

Ia menutup mata, membiarkan seluruh pengalaman menyelimuti dirinya.

He closed his eyes, allowing the entire experience to envelop him.

Angin basah musim hujan menerpa wajahnya, menyatukan bau garam laut dan dupa dalam harmoni.

The humid monsoon wind brushed against his face, blending the smell of sea salt and incense in harmony.

Di saat itulah Banyu merasa, setelah sekian lama, ia kembali pulang.

It was at that moment Banyu felt, after so long, he had finally come home.

Semua kecemasan dan keraguannya hilang, digantikan dengan rasa damai.

All his anxiety and doubts disappeared, replaced by a sense of peace.

Setelah upacara selesai, Banyu, Sari, dan Putri berdiri menghadap matahari yang kini tenggelam sepenuhnya.

After the ceremony ended, Banyu, Sari, and Putri stood facing the sun that had now completely set.

Wajah-wajah mereka disinari cahaya lembut dari lilin upacara.

Their faces were lit by the gentle glow of the ceremonial candles.

"Kak," kata Putri lembut, "Kita sangat senang Kakak pulang.

"Brother," said Putri softly, "We are so happy you came home."

"Banyu menatap kedua wanita di sampingnya, merasakan cinta dan pengertian yang tulus dari mereka.

Banyu looked at the two women beside him, feeling their sincere love and understanding.

"Terima kasih," jawabnya pelan, namun penuh makna.

"Thank you," he replied softly, yet full of meaning.

Ia menyadari bahwa meskipun tahun-tahun berlalu dan banyak hal telah berubah, hubungan dengan keluarganya dan akar budayanya tetap kuat.

He realized that even though the years had passed and many things had changed, his connection to his family and cultural roots remained strong.

Malam itu, di bawah bintang-bintang yang mulai bersinar, Banyu menemukan keseimbangan baru dalam hidupnya.

That night, under the shining stars, Banyu found a new balance in his life.

Ia bertekad untuk menjaga jembatan yang menghubungkan kehidupannya di negeri orang dengan tanah kelahirannya.

He was determined to maintain the bridge connecting his life abroad with his homeland.

Dengan hati ringan, ia menyadari bahwa jika akar sudah kuat, pohon akan tetap teguh meski diterpa badai.

With a light heart, he realized that if the roots were strong, the tree would remain steadfast even when battered by storms.

Dan di Tanah Lot Temple, Banyu akhirnya menemukan tempatnya, tidak hanya di peta dunia, tetapi juga dalam hatinya sendiri.

And at Tanah Lot Temple, Banyu finally found his place, not just on the world map, but also within his own heart.