THE ROARING WAVE OF THE KAMPAR RIVER
Long ago, when Pelalawan was still
wrapped in dense rainforest, the Kampar River flowed calmly like a mirror of
the sky. The people lived in harmony with nature and believed the river was
guarded by an ancient spirit named Datuk Ombak Kampar. He was rarely seen, yet
his presence was always felt. “As long as humans respect the river, the river
will protect their lives,” the village elders often whispered to the younger
generation.
That peace began to fade when
strange signs came from the sea. The tide rose higher than ever before, and a
distant roar was heard from the estuary. From the depths of the ocean emerged a
giant sea creature known as Talang Biru, a water dragon filled with anger.
“Your river is calm while my sea suffers from human greed,” he growled. His
rage was released, and powerful tidal currents were sent upstream against the
flow of the Kampar River.
At last, Datuk Ombak Kampar revealed
himself in the middle of the river, holding his ancient mangrove staff. “Talang
Biru, this river is not your enemy,” he said firmly. His warning was ignored.
Giant waves were pushed into the river, trees along the banks were shaken, and
small boats were tossed violently. Fear was felt by the people, and prayers
were offered in silence.
A great battle could not be avoided.
The river water was stirred by unseen forces, the sky darkened, and thunderous
sounds echoed through the land. Forest guardians were summoned to help protect
the balance. With one final strike, the mangrove staff was planted deep into
the riverbed, and a sacred oath was spoken. “Your waves shall be bound, so the
land will not be destroyed,” declared Datuk Ombak Kampar. The oath was heard by
nature itself.
Talang Biru was finally driven back
into the sea. Yet the tidal force that had been unleashed was not completely
erased. It transformed into a long, powerful wave that returned from time to
time, racing against the river’s current. It no longer brought destruction, but
awe. By the people of Pelalawan, this wave was named Bono.
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