Forty Three

"Where've you been". He asked, not taking his eyes off his fingers which was playing a beat on the counter.

"None of your business". She replied with an arrogant tone.

"It's impolite that I just walk into your house and act like Mr. Huong's not in. Can I see him".

"He's busy". She replied flatly.

"I'd like to see him though". He watched as she went over to the gas cooker to get something. "How's he been since he was discharged... anything I should worry about".

"Aside from him being a total conceited brute... he's fine". She said rolling her eyes.

"Mmm...it smells so nice". He quickly said; to change the topic as she came forward with some plates.

Arisa set it before him and sat across him from the kitchen slab. For some reason, she bit her lip in nervousness as she watched Josh take a bite. He closed his eyes, rolling his eyeballs back as he savoured the taste.

"This is.... delicious". He genuinely said, already digging in.

"R.. really". Her eyes widened genuinely in pride a