Chapter 3 THE ESSENTIALS

I watched Diana's face. She and her husband threw glances at each other, her lips were already very pale at this time. I think he endured the pain as much as possible so as not to collapse in front of me and mom at this time.

"Mom, Diana didn't think about it. Diana only wanted the house and Diana's husband to be taken care of during Diana's departure. Perhaps Diana's journey this time will take not a minute. If Diana's condition has started to improve Diana will be picked up by Mas Hendra, even Arletta can also come."

I was shocked when Ms. Diana said that, my curiosity about the disease was getting bigger. Why does she want another woman, to be in the same house with her husband? I can't understand the meaning of everything.

"Do you think you're sick of Diana?"mom asked. I am so grateful that my mother said that.

"Mom, it just hurts. How did Mom allow Arletta to work with me. He can still work in a restaurant, " replied Ms. Diana.

I take a deep breath, Whatever Mom decides I will accept well. After all, mom is the only person who has to make a decision right now.

"Alright, if this is indeed of great help to you, Mother will allow Arletta to work at your house. I hope you get well soon, Diana."I was stunned to hear the answer from Mom, it was really unexpected, I thought you wouldn't give permission. However, in fact, I was wrong.

Ms. Diana seemed to float a smile, I think she was very satisfied with my mother's decision. She was expecting me to work at her house for no apparent reason.

I couldn't lie to myself that I wanted to work at home. Even if it's just as an ART, I want to increase my income and also there are other things that have been bothering me for a long time.

"See you tomorrow, Ar. Mom will be waiting for you at home. If you don't have time to work at a restaurant when you go home, you can occasionally stay at Mbak's House."I also nodded, enough of this worry. I need to get used to this new job in the meantime. Maybe this is God's way of making me work harder.

After Diana's return, I went back to the bathroom. That pile of dirty dishes, it won't wash itself, I can't bear it if mom has to do homework after coming home from washing scouring.

After all the dishes were washed, I rushed to get the laundry in my room, and also in Mom's room, and then I washed it right away. Tomorrow I have to get up very early, will not have time if wash tomorrow.

Time flies very quickly, I'm tired of all this work. I lay on my small bed, then stared at the ceiling of the room that was worn out. I smiled, then took my phone.

There is one thing that has always been my entertainment, a game without quota and also payment on my cell phone. I used to play it when I was relaxed and tired. I'm not another girl who likes to take pictures and post them on social.

I never felt confident doing that, I guess because I didn't look pretty. I am thankful that God still gives me a face.

"Arletta," I called to my mother.

Suddenly the door of my room opened to reveal the mother who was carrying a plate of food, which seemed to be brought from the House of Mrs. Lurah earlier. I forgot to mention that my mom made me this food.

"Are you really going to waste it?"mom asked. I immediately nodded, and Mom sat down next to me.

"Mom, we're going to have to eat this, aren't we?"I asked starting a conversation. However, mom just chuckled.

"You, don't be weird. You can't make food."I scratched the nape of the neck that didn't itch. Mom was always right, but I can also and adept at cooking side dishes.

Dert...

My phone suddenly rang, I linked my eyebrows, then turned my head.

"Aunt Suli, Mom?"I was surprised that it was not customary for Aunt to call me, I began to worry, afraid that something might happen to Grandma at this time.

"Raise Ar, it will be important."I grabbed my phone and held it to my ear.

"Hello, Bi," I said.

"Hello, Ar. Where's Your Mother?"I gave the phone to my mother. I'm really worried, why Aunt Suli called at this time of night.

"What is it, Ul?"asked my mother.

"It's okay," he said, " I'm sorry, but I don't think it's okay if Arletta doesn't come, but I have to come. My mother-in-law made her favorite food from scratch."My mother was silent, I just listened to the call in the lospeaker.

"All Right, Ul. I'll be there tomorrow, maybe in the afternoon, or maybe at night."My mother ended the call. My mother's breathing began to get rough. I think Mom is thinking about something right now.

"Why, Mom?"I asked.

"Your grandmother is sick, I have to go there tomorrow. However, I am confused that my money has not been paid by the mothers here."The journey to Grandma's House is quite long, also takes a considerable fee. But right now, I don't even have a paycheck.

"Arletta hasn't been paid yet, Ma'am. How about using Arletta's savings first, Ma'am?"my offer.

"No, you can't buy the bike you want. I'm sorry to see you walk straight to the restaurant, while I can't help you much either."I know what you mean right now. There's nothing wrong with that, it's my money, too.

"Mom, grandma's health is more important, after all, mom has not returned to Grandma's house for a long time. Later if there is sustenance, Arletta will follow Mom. Tomorrow, too, Arletta has been working at Ms. Diana's House. Arletta will get extra income,"I assured my mother.

Mom smiled at me, then nodded, I was really happy when you would accept it. Although not how much at least enough for the cost of going to Grandma's House. I also hope I can do all the work well.

At Five O'clock in the morning I was at the door of Miss Diana's House. I hesitantly pressed the bell of the mansion. I really dream of a luxurious residence like Mbak Diana's House. She and her husband are very compatible and one frequency.

Klek

The sound of the door opening, Mas Hendra in pajamas out. He looked at me with a flat expression, then he smiled slightly.

"Come in, Diana is inside," he said as he let me in.

The expression of Mas Hendra is very strange, I don't understand why. But don't think too much about him. I have to stay focused on my work to get it done quickly.

It turns out Ms. Diana was sitting at the dinner table while chopping carrots. I approached her, "Ma'am, can I help you?"I asked while smiling.

"Sit Down, Ar. I want to talk to you for a minute."I'm going to sit down with Diana.

"Your salary for one month, one million five hundred, if your work is good. It will add a bonus for you. I want you to understand the things that Mas Hendra likes while you are away. My mom will give you the list."I can't believe this. To know everything about people's husbands.

"Today you just need to learn a few things. Mbak will not ask you to work immediately, because you are still able to take care of your husband. Please don't make Mas Hendra angry while you are gone. He doesn't like new people, so don't open house with the neighbors. That would bother him a lot."This is what the neighbors have been talking about Ms. Diana's family.

She married Mas Hendra three years ago, but has not been blessed with a child. Mbak Diana and Mas Hendra are very closed, do not socialize with neighbors and rarely gather when there is a big event. It's just an invitation that they might show up a few minutes later and come back. I often hear my neighbors say weird things about their homes. However, I didn't care about it at all.

I once liked Mas Hendra first, a handsome man who has been independent for a long time. I know I was not aware of my shortcomings at that time, I harbored that feeling, until finally Ms. Diana was present in Mas Hendra's life. We met once and talked privately about my work. However, I don't think Mas Hendra is really interested in me.

"Well, Ma'am, whatever it is Arletta will learn it."Miss Diana smiled warmly at me. Her face always looks pale after she got sick, the makeup that always stuck to her face, is now not visible. The woman was only wearing lip balm for her aunt so as not to dry.

"Good, Ma'am will not worry anymore when leaving Mas Hendra. I don't know how long this treatment will last. There are only two possibilities of staying or leaving, Ma'am hope you understand."I don't understand what Diana is saying right now. I'm just a stupid girl who doesn't understand that.

"You can go to the restaurant with Mas Hendra. I want to rest at home today."Not long ago I saw Mas Hendra down from the second floor with clothes that are neat, he gave a kiss in the morning to Ms. Diana and sat next to her.

I think their families are very happy. However, what makes Mas Hendra always silent, when he was not so quiet.

"Di, take good care of your health. Don't move too much while at home."Ms. Diana smiled, while giving bread that has been smeared with chocolate jam.

"Come home," Diana said last night. In Singapore there will be no such food."She looked so happy when she asked her husband about it.

I felt like I was just a mosquito at the dinner table. I'm also not allowed to go out with Diana right now.

"Ar, don't be dumb, eat the bread dong. You haven't eaten yet, have you?"