Vonda:

Since I'm feeling generous, how about I treat you to a free meal this Saturday?

It took Max longer than usual to digest the meaning and intent of Vonda's message. It made him momentarily leave his lunch at a restaurant not far from the office. Not quite sure, Max decided to ask rather than immediately accept Vonda's invitation.

Max:

Free meal? What do you mean? Where?

Max put his phone down without closing the WhatsApp application. He also did not leave the conversation with Vonda or take his eyes off the phone screen. Fortunately, Max was skilled enough to make sure that the spoonful of sliced beef rendang went...