The shirt sleeve that Bara had folded was straightened back by Ranti.
"A little formal, Bara. Do not fold your shirt sleeves like this. This is a traditional event. All your behavior will be seen by your elders later."
"Issshhhh why are you so exaggerated Ma. Everything is wrong," Bara protested irritably.
Bara, who had lived in America for college, felt that his freedom was taken away because he was restrained by custom. According to Bara, there were too many trivial matters in Minang.
Ranti pinched Bara's arm with full force.
"Don't say it's too much."
"Mama it hurts," Bara said hysterically.
