“Want to eat together?” Aini's suggestion made Salsa and Lia's eyes widen. They both didn't expect that Aini would be so quick to ask them to make up. Again, both of them remembered Arjuna's words, so they exchanged glances, feeling a little worried for Aini. 
“Uhm, tonight seems too impromptu,” said Salsa, who played with her finger doubtfully. She hoped and prayed in his heart that Aini would believe the lies he was telling now. Lia who also felt panic, nodded her head continuously. 
“Yeah, didn't you promise me you'd eat out with me? If we're with Salsa now, there won't be enough space, I already booked in advance.” A soft sigh came out of Salsa when she heard Lia's words. “I'm certain that Salsa also wants to go out with us. But, if you do it now, don't do it first, okay?”
"Then tomorrow! Tomorrow we can have dinner at Lia's house, right?” Aini now has a pitiful expression, like she really hopes for her two best friends, asking them for a definite answer. Feeling uneasy, Lia finally nodded her head. Again, they'd just be in the house with no one to see. 
"Yes, we will meet tomorrow at my house. It's been a long time, yes, Sa. Aini and I have to go.”
The three of them waved at each other, while Salsa and Lia had relieved expressions, Aini actually had a sad and unenthusiastic expression. It's all because he just made up with Salsa, but can't be with her anymore. It's hard for Lia to persuade Aini, by saying that tomorrow will come soon. After trying hard, finally Aini can let go of the problem. 
Of course, when tomorrow arrived, Aini looked more cheerful. She even felt like he couldn't wait until it became night. She repeatedly reminded Lia that they would play together all night, no matter if they had to do work the next day. Lia certainly left Aini's enthusiasm and cheerful side, it felt like it had been a long time since she saw her best friend like that. Hence, she allowed Aini to have fun. 
“Since Salsa will be bringing the chicken, we should buy some meat to grill, right? Please keep in mind the sauce too." When Aini took Lia to the supermarket, Lia didn't think at all that she also had to buy quite many groceries. Fortunately, when he told this to Arjuna, he was willing to provide a few things for her. 
“Are you sure you can finish it all?” Aini nodded at Lia's question before taking a box of milk. Even though, their shopping basket already contained packets of instant noodles with various flavors. “If you don't finish it, you can't go back to your father's house first.”
Lia's firm words only made AIni chuckle. “Yes yes. I understand, really.”
“Here's his favorite salsa.” Surprised, Aini raised her head to find Lia putting in a snack that Salsa really likes. A mischievous smile appeared on Aini's lips, but her best friend didn't even respond. 
After all the groceries were collected, the two of them finally returned to find Salsa, who was with Hendramo. The atmosphere between the two looked very tense to the point that it made Lia breathless. He immediately walked towards Salsa, standing between the two. Salsa herself breathed a sigh of relief after knowing that Lia had come, she also lowered her head because she was so scared. 
“Didn't I say, go away!” Now Hendramo shook his head, his expression full of fear, and he glanced at Aini. 
“I came here to ask for help.” The wrinkles on the three women's foreheads appeared at the same time. Even Salsa, who initially looked hesitant, now could only blink confused. “I know that my actions are unforgivable, but I'm begging for your help. Please… please take care of Aini, I beg you, please let her stay with you a little longer. I've even brought clothes for Aini. I… don't mean to kick him out, but I want to guarantee Aini's safety.”
Hendramo, who suddenly behaved politely and was full of fear, made them all worry. However, of course, Lia didn't let Aini talk to her. “What does it mean? Congratulations what? Do you know anything about Aini's problem?”
“I… can't say. However, don't let Leo know that I told Aini to stay here. He will continue to chase, therefore… I beg you.”
Before he finished speaking, Hendramo glanced around before running away, leaving behind the suitcase he had been carrying. The three exchanged glances, they were confused but didn't know what to do at the same time. Hence, they finally let out a sigh and started walking inside. I don't know if Hendramo was serious, or if he wanted to get something out of his actions. They will examine this matter more deeply later because now is the time for them to get back together. 
“The food smells good!” Aini exclaimed when she saw Salsa, who opened the food she brought. It was clear that it was their favorite. “Hm, Lia's cooking is no less delicious!”
“Enjoy your meal." Salsa exclaimed when she had taken her food. They all then started to devour each other's food, for a moment not allowing Hendramo's sudden trouble. However, Aini's eyes fell on the suitcase that her father had brought her just now. 
“In your opinion… why did he come here to bring the suitcase if he would rather not drive him away?” Lia immediately choked when she heard that. Of course, he already knew what problem Aini had that could threaten his life. However, again, he would not be able to tell the truth. He glanced at Salsa, as if asking for help. 
“Maybe he and Niar are having a fight, right? Did you say that Niar is a suspect? Moreover, Hendramo and Niar often fought. So… might be there's something he knows but doesn't want to tell you? Whatever it is, at least you can stay with me a little longer!”
Salsa nodded in agreement, trying to liven things up. “Instead of thinking about endless issues, it's better to just finish this food, right? Make the issue visible again in the future. We don't know what people will be like.”
“That's … true,” said Aini who still felt doubts. However, seeing the awkward expression on her best friend's face, finally Aini just nodded her head, not wanting to make the atmosphere more tense. “For today's Salsa, you can't go home! So, tonight we have a lot of time to chat with each other. Yes?”
A chuckle came out of the Salsa. “I'm certain. I also want to evaluate Lia, did she really take good care of you while living here because from what I can see, it looks like the refrigerator is empty.” Salsa's teasing made Lia hit her lightly. “Aini, don't worry. As long as I have you, you don't need to be afraid of food shortages.”
“It's delicious. I also always love Aini to eat. He is the one who likes to cook at home, he also helps with the housework." A sad expression appeared on Sasha's face. 
“Aini is made a servant in this house.” A laugh escaped from Aini's lips when she saw the attitude of the two of them like that. At least, he felt truly grateful that his best friend was back by his side.