Mianca returned Aneska's cell phone which only contained a few contact numbers, especially Edwin, Alendra, Kira, and the emergency contact for the big house. Aneska doesn't mind, after all, she's not too interested in playing on social media or anything like that.
“By the way, is Edwin nice to you?” Mianca asked again after saving the contact for Aneska's new cell phone number.
Aneska looked at her friend.
“There is a reason why I ask that. However, if that man didn't treat you well, it would be impossible for you to be whole now," said Mianca.
Aneska looked increasingly at Mianca.
"What do you mean? I don't understand," admitted Aneska.
"You should know that Edwin is a dangerous man. Not just anyone can be close to him, let alone the opposite sex. I have known Edwin since childhood, but Edwin also has a good side. Seeing you are fine, I am grateful. However, this is surprising .”
The more Mianca explains, the more difficult it is for Aneska to understand. But it seems Aneska understands a little.
“I'm fine. Even much better. Edwin is also well-behaved," admitted Aneska in response to Mianca's surprise.
“I know, that's why I'm relieved. But my question now is, has Edwin changed?”
That's why Aneska couldn't answer, instead thinking about why Edwin was so kind, he even accepted Aneska without strong rejection. Usually, someone who is against arranged marriages will hate the woman who is his bride. However, Edwin did not show any rejection and accepted Aneska well as if he already knew the girl.
The more she gets to know him, and the more she gets to know Edwin, the more Aneska wonders what happened. Who the man is, the more they are together, the more intimate moments grow between them, and perhaps also a question involving the past. Why does Edwin look so familiar in Aneska's lost memories? What does it all mean?
The questions that arose, the memories that emerged in her mind, and the feelings that pierced her heart, all made Aneska confused, but the girl felt that there was a big answer near Edwin, so Aneska was determined to find it, whatever it was.
"Hey, Aneska?" Mianca called Aneska who was suddenly lost in thought. "Come on, don't daydream while we chat," complained the girl.
Aneska grinned, apologizing.
“But what are you doing here, Mianca?” Aneska asked.
Mianca hasn't said why she suddenly came to Zeelar's house, and even on a day when the girl was supposed to be busy with work, Mianca ended up skipping class.
“I came to confirm the truth. Aunt Kira herself said that Edwin was married," answered Mianca.
"How do you know?"
“It has spread among the family. You must know that Aunt Kira has a female cousin, right? I also found out from Father and came here to confirm it, it turns out to be true," explained Mianca with drooping shoulders. “It was a big surprise. I'm sure other families will come along and confirm it. I'm grateful that I was the first person to come and meet you, that way I can help."
Aneska was silent, thinking and imagining that Zeelar's extended family would come to the house to confirm the truth of what Giana said. If that's the case, maybe it won't be long before the media finds out about it. Edwin cannot possibly be separated from the media because this man is the heir to a large company.
What should Aneska do about this? Is Aneska ready to appear in public, and what do they think about her?
“You don't need to worry about that, Aneska. Uncle Alendra and Aunt Kira will not let noise disturb the peace of this house, especially you, they will provide protection for you," said Mianca as if she understood what Aneska was thinking.
“Thank you for always being there for me, Mianca. I don't know what my fate would be if I didn't meet you first," said Aneska.
“Hey, come on. Don't make me feel guilty. Just so you know Aneska, I'm glad to have met you and been your good friend all this time. Rest assured, I am lucky to get to know you better. So don't feel guilty, and put on such a humble expression, I don't like it.” Mianca rolled her eyes at Aneska.
Immediately Aneska laughed a little and nodded.
"Okay thank you."
“Sure, you're welcome,” Mianca answered with a smile.
They then talked about the fun times they had together and exchanged information about the whereabouts of their friends. Not only Mianca, but Aneska also has several friends, although not many, at least the girl has someone she can trust, a place to confide in, and entertainment. Aneska tends to prefer being alone rather than hanging out and chatting carelessly.
Since becoming a doctor, Aneska has spent more time in the hospital, busy with various training, even so, Mianca still maintains a relationship, the girl even came to Aneska to make sure she was okay and eating regularly. Aneska is the type of person who focuses on one thing until it is finished and forgets about other things, including her own needs. That's why Aneska is grateful for Mianca's existence and attention to her.
In the middle of their conversation, someone knocked on the door from outside the room and told them that lunch was ready. Mianca asked the housekeeper to tell her when it was time for lunch.
"Come on down, Aunt Kira will be waiting," said Mianca.
Aneska agreed and followed Mianca out of the room.
As usual, Kira sat nicely at the dining table welcoming the two girls, and made small talk before eating lunch.
"So Auntie has received a call from someone else?" Mianca asked.
"Yes. Of course, they will contact you to ask for confirmation. But because today is busy, that's why we set a date for the meeting. Looks like Edwin has a talent for giving other people heart problems," said Kira with a sigh.
"When is it?" Mianca ignored Kira's complaints and asked for the meeting date.
"This weekend," Kira answered.
Kira's gaze was fixed on Aneska who was just paying attention to the conversation.
“I hope you can face it later, Aneska. So, you have to be prepared.”
“I will try it, and prepare myself,” said Aneska.
Kira took a breath, then nodded.
“I hope there will be no unnecessary trouble.” Kira sighed again, this time there was worry on the woman's face, she didn't even eat as much as usual.
Aneska looked at Mianca who was sitting next to her. What should they do? Does Edwin know about it too? Ah, Edwin, for some reason Aneska suddenly mentioned that man's name in her heart.
Aneska did not deny that her heart needed the presence of a man who according to Mianca was dangerous. Aneska wants to know what her friend means, how dangerous is Edwin?