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I immediately ignored Marisah grandmother. Leaving a chest that is getting louder and louder. I'm not good at women's hearts, really. Then, if she really feels lost, why did Arni say that yesterday? Was it just an excuse because he wanted to keep his household with Muri? Tch! What is worth defending from such a marriage?

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Manis House in the afternoon looks soothing to the eyes. The front yard was filled with flowers that happened to be blooming now.

I hugged my body which was starting to feel cold. I spread my feet as wide as possible so that I could immediately meet Manis. No, in order to visit Manis's grandmother.

It's been a long time since I haven't joked with Manis. It feels so longing, longing for the old Manis. She is the only friend who can comfort me. And she's the only girlfriend I can get close to. Not just with me, but with mom too. Maybe because they think the same. Live to be useful, for others.

Ah, why am I talking about Manis? She is a woman like a man, who is not good at dressing up. Her words are always outspoken with behavior patterns that are beyond reason. The reason as a woman. So, how could I be willing if my unique friend was edited by an old man like Minto? Really, if Manis is willing, I can find her a better match than that bastard Minto.

"Why, father, mother?!" I was surprised. Apparently, in Manis's house, there were already my parents and their entourage. Why didn't they visit? So disturbing.

"Well, the virgin isn't clear in her heart here either, right?" Dad taunts. Really this one parent. "For what? To see the old or the young?" he asked again.

I cleared my throat a few times, then took a seat next to Manis. Even though the place is cramped, I forced myself to sit beside her, until Manis had to cross her legs. And apparently, there's Minto here too. Who is currently sitting beside my father?

"Visit both of them. Visit grandmother, and miss this sweet friend of mine," I replied. While embracing Manis who keeps trying to let go of my embrace. But, still, I just forced her. While my eyes narrowed at Minto, who now seemed reluctant. And for some reason, that makes me insanely happy.