Part 52

"Surprised you couldn't be reached, Dear? You usually never turn off your phone. Always let me know if you're coming home late. I worry that something bad might happen to you when you act like this," Airin grumbled, settling herself on the edge of the bed.

Despite Fachri hugging and comforting her, Airin still wanted an explanation for why Fachri came home late without any notice at all.

"Ehhmm... I was dealing with issues and work at the office. And sorry, I didn't inform you because there was simply no time. I wanted to focus on work so that I wouldn't have a pile of tasks to leave behind at the university tomorrow," Fachri complained. He sat next to Airin, using his thighs as a pillow.

Fachri's eyes closed. "Where's Via?" he asked when his gaze couldn't find Via.

"Via is in her aunt's room, Dear," Airin replied wearily. She was slightly disappointed that Fachri couldn't spare time for her, even just to let her know he would be coming home late.

"Why is Via sleeping there?"

"I had a