The dishes on the dining table are now replaced with drinks.
Jessica herself brought the specially made green smoothie for Aryan, whose eyes lit up while the other teens literally gagged looking at it.
Aryan was having his smoothie, and others had fruit juice.
Jess gave warm milk to Finn and Mia, who visually scrunched their noses and made weird faces.
"If you don't want to have milk, that's OK", said Aryan. It lit their eyes, but that didn't last long. As he continued, " You can have my smoothie instead, It's really tasty", and forwarded his smoothie.
"No, thank you, brother. We love milk. See", with that they drank their milk. The women chuckled inaudibly, while the men shook their heads in amusement.
Aryan scares the s**t out of them!
"If you are done, shall we go to my room?", Aryan asked, No he ordered them to meet them in his room. Even though he lives on his own away from his family, his room is well taken care of by Jessica.
"Bro, I have something to discuss with you", Kian said and ran to Aryan while the trouble-makers were walking in baby steps to delay their punishment as much as they could, but with one glare from their eldest brother, they increased their pace.
Elders were in their own bubbles and having normal conversations, as they knew, that whatever the matter was, Aryan will handle it. He doesn't leave anything unfinished.
In Aryan's bedroom:
Aryan's room is quite cozy, but most of the time it depends on his mood, which intensifies the spectacle of his bedroom.
Aryan sat on the sofa followed by Kian and they started discussing their business," The Mayor is being a bit hurdle in getting the OC for the new warehouse", stated Kian, and the other responded with a smirk," I'll meet him personally to get the issue settled", with that they continued unbothered by two souls who stood in front of them with their head held low.
A few minutes later:
"How did he know?", whispered Mia.
"I have no idea. He has eyes all over, but why can't he spend his time working rather than wasting it on us", murmured Finn, unaware of the fact that their brothers were done talking and were listening to them.
" I know very well how to utilize my time kiddo", sassed Aryan.
"Now tell me why did I get a call from the principal that you got in a fight, Finn? That too to the extent that the bruised boy landed in my hospital. You know his family was ready to file a case against you and you would have been in jail by now.", asked Aryan as he stood in front of them. All of a sudden, his calm tone vanished in the air.
"Is that true, Finn?", asked Kian, getting serious.
Both just looked down as if the marble is the most fascinating thing in the world.
"ANSWER ME DAMMIT!", roared Aryan, to which the youngers visually shuddered.
"I-I..I did fight with him. B-but... I did nothing wrong", defended Finn, while Mia started crying silently, still not looking at their elder brothers.
"First look at me", which they did, looking straight into Aryan's eyes.
Finn's eyes were determined, while the little girl's eyes were red and filled with tears.
"Tell me what happened", Now Aryan seemed concerned about the younger, as his voice was soft yet strict.
"H-He is Ricky. He is a part of the ballet club. Normally, we talk sometimes after our practice, but when we were alone that day... he...he started touching me and he... h-he tried to tear off my blouse..", With that, Mia started sobbing and Kian immediately hugged her trying to console her.
"I got there on time. I punched him and we got into a fight. I can't let that bastard touch my sister and leave like nothing happened", Finn said, determined to do the same thing if it happened again.
Aryan pat him and embraced him while the other repeatedly said, "I did nothing wrong! I did nothing wrong..", and shook his head.
"You did nothing wrong, Finn. You did nothing wrong.", Aryan consoled Finn and Kian did the same with the sobbing girl.
Aryan separated his brother and said, " Okay, I understand you did what you felt was right at that time, but why did you hide it from me? You could have at least shared it with anyone."
"We thought you would punish us", Finn answered meekly.
"Mia, you always come to me in case of any trouble. But why did you not?", Kian asked, feeling defeated as a brother.
"Mia, come here", Aryan called her softly. He took her in his arms and consoled her for a few minutes until she stopped crying.
"Okay, now I know everything right! So calm down. I'll handle everything", Aryan vowed, but Kian immediately replied with a smirk, "No, you don't know everything. These two mischief-makers experimented their ridiculous ideas on your bike and it is in the service center now."
'Oh no, we are dead!'
Aryan glared at them but they looked anywhere but him.
"Finn, your car keys.", Aryan forwarded his hand.
"Why?", he wined, but he quickly shut it, looking at his dear brother, and went to his room to get the keys.
"And you Mia, get me your laptop.", Mia tried to show her pretty puppy eyes but quickly regretted looking at her brother who was in a no-nonsense mood. She too went to her room.
Now that only two brothers were left, they sat down on the couch. Finn still can't get over the fact that they hid it from him. No matter how big of an issue it is, they always come to him to solve it. He felt so disappointed in himself. And Aryan was thinking of ways to get the matter settled. The teen would never open up to him unless he forces them, but always knows what's going on with them. He might live far away, but not his sources.
Finn and Mia returned with sad faces and with heavy hearts gave their precious belongings to their brother.
" You both, do you want me to say this to Dad?", Aryan asked seriously.
Both were horrified and shook their heads while Kian tried not to laugh at their expressions.
"Please Chief, don't say anything to Dad. He will be so angry and he'll go all over-protective now", Finn pleaded.
"Yeah, school is the only place without bodyguards tagging us along. If he got to know about this, he would appoint bodyguards there too, or worse, home-school me", Mia literally begged them.
"Actually, home-school is a good idea. No?", Kian said expectedly to Aryan and chuckled.
"NO", both shouted, narrowing their eyes at him.
"If you want no such thing, you both have to promise me that you will not hide such things from now on and these keys & laptop are gonna be with me till I get my bike. Understood?", Aryan asked.
Both looked at each other and mumbled 'We promise' and looked at their things longingly before returning to their respective rooms.
"Now, what are you going to do with that kid", Kian asked out of curiosity.
"Nothing. He is in my hospital. Let him be there for a few months.", Aryan said with his famous smirk, and his brother understood his plans.
Aryan then went to his desk, took the first-aid box, and made his way out. "Where are you going?", Kian asked.
"To Finn. He thinks he can hide his injuries by wearing a high-neck full-sleeved hoodie. He might be smart, but I'm his brother.", With that, Aryan disappeared, leaving Kian, who shook his head and left his room.
NEXT DAY,
In Texas: (siya pov:)
"Dad, please. Pretty please. My sweetest dad, please say yes."
So the thing is, I have been pleading my dad to let me go to New Jersey to attend an art exhibition of my favorite artist. But he is not letting me go. *sad pout*
Dad was never without me for more than a day and here I am asking about the 3-day trip. He says that I can't take care of myself. I am 23 for god's sake!
I made him sit on the couch and sat in front of him. I cupped his face and said, " Dad, you always encourage me to explore and get to know things. And I wanted to go there so that I could gain some knowledge about how this whole thing works, meet new people, and learn more about art that can inspire me. He is my favorite artist. I can't let this chance go. And I am not going alone, Steff is with me. We will take care of ourselves. Please let me go there."
"If this is what you want. Okay", he replied with a smile.
"YAYYYY..... you are the best.", With that I hugged him and started jumping, making him laugh.
"Okay, now tell me when are you going? I'll book the tickets.", he said with a smile.
" The event is in two days, so I have to go tomorrow. And about the tickets, I already got them". I showed the tickets getting them from my pant pocket.
"You already got them. Without informing me. hmm... My opinion doesn't matter to you now.", With that he crossed his arms and turned, showing me his back. He is sulking like a kid!
"No no no. It's not like that. I know that my dad would never say no to me. Right, Dad?", I gave him a small smile showing my famous puppy eyes, which always worked.
Of course! He had to melt. And he did and hugged me.
He detached from me and suddenly said, " You are going tomorrow, then are you not going to pack your bags? Come come..." With that, he started helping me pack my luggage.
New Jersey, here I come!
(Unknown that she is not going to explore but to cut her wings!)
In Williams Multi-specialty hospital:
Aryan had just got out of the OT. The surgery lasted longer than he expected. He ordered the other doctors to perform the post-surgery formalities and check the patient's vitals from time to time.
He is very strict when it comes to his responsibilities both as a doctor and businessman. No mistakes are left unattended or unpunished in serious issues.
He made his way to his office and took a shower. He changed into a plain white shirt with black pants.
Just then he heard a knock to which he responded in a deep voice 'Come in' that ran a shiver down the spine of the poor nurse.
The nurse entered and said," Sir, the parents of the patient are complaining regarding the discharge. You said not to discharge him. They wanted to meet you, Sir", and mentally patted herself for not stuttering.
Aryan does not respond to those who stutter because he believes if someone can't say things properly, then they are not worthy of any reply from the other. His staff knows that very well and they try to be as confident as possible in front of him to convey the message.
"His reports", he forwarded his hands.
Nurse Nancy gave the report which he read keenly and stood up wearing his coat. He went to the special patient whom he wanted to keep in his hospital as long as possible.
"Hi, Ricky", said Aryan with a huge smile which the patient reciprocated, unknown to the fact that the person standing in front of him is not just his doctor but his doom!
He doesn't know that Aryan is Mia's brother.
"Nancy leave us alone.", he ordered her, which she did leaving them alone.
"Doctor, when are you going to discharge me? I don't want to stay here anymore.", Ricky wined, so done with all the medicines and treatment.
Aryan simply gave him a smile and locked the door.
~ A few moments later~
"Now be a good boy and stay quiet, okay?", Aryan said with the same smile he gave before, but the situation is not the same as before.
Ricky is looking just the same but with a cloth in his mouth and his body paralyzed. Aryan gave him the best beating massage, pressing his pressure points that paralyzed his limbs and other parts that neither can he talk nor can he even lift his little finger.
Aryan likes to do things in the most perfect way possible. Now neither his nor the patient's clothes were crimped and there was no blood. 'Keep it simple and neat' - #ItsAryan
He removed the cloth and bandaged Ricky's neck, which was bruised as he had been literally gagged minutes ago.
Aryan warned and intimidated the other in a cold tone, "This is what you get for messing with my family. Your family may do what they wish to do. But here? I make the rules. You would not be in a position to even look at someone after I am done with you."
With that, he smiled and said," Enjoy your stay here.", and went out to see Ricky's parents arguing with the junior doctors.
"Doctor, What is this? Do you know who I am?" yelled the enraged father.
"I didn't know you had memory loss, that you forgot who you are! but for now, leave your mental issues for later and stop yelling. This is a hospital and there are patients around.", Aryan said as calmly as possible.
While the other doctors tried not to laugh, the father was even more furious and moved forward to yell again but his wife placed her hands on his shoulder to stop him.
"Please, doctor. It's been 2 days since we have seen our son. And we have no idea what's going on here. Please tell us what happened to him.", pleaded the sensitive mother.
"Ricky's condition is not good. He is in shock after the fight and those memories are rewinding in front of his eyes that he is completely paralyzed. If you want, you can see him now.", Aryan showed his acting skills, maintaining his voice as if he is genuinely concerned about the patient. Nancy gave him a horrified look, as Ricky was fit and fine when she saw him before.
The parents broke down as Ricky is their only son who is pampered to the moon and back. They then went along with Aryan to their son's room.
The sight of their son is heartbreaking for them. Ricky has tears in his eyes looking at his parents and he is trying to get away from being so scared of Aryan.
"Doctor, why is he crying?", asked the senti-mother, sniffling.
"I just gave him an injection. It pains a lot", Aryan replied, giving a knowing smile to the paralyzed boy whose tears were flowing now.
"He is still a kid. Scared of injections even now.", mumbled the person who was yelling before.
"Stay for some time and let him rest. He needs that a lot". With that, Aryan left, followed by Nancy.
"Inform me if you find any improvement in him. I'll take care of him", he ordered her and left the hospital to deal with the business of Ricky's parents.
NEXT EVENING:
In Wilson's house: (Siya's pov)
Today is the day I'm finally going to Atlantic City to meet Mr. Carenzy. I have rechecked everything and surprisingly, my dad is more excited than me, as if he is the one going.
"Are you not done yet??", yelled Steff, whom we didn't realize when she barged in.
"Have some manners, babe. At least knock before you come."
"This is not your house. This is my handsome uncle's home. I don't need permission from you. Right uncle?", with that, she went to Dad and gave him a cheek kiss at which he chuckled.
HE IS MY DAD! *Angry pout*
I separated them and hugged him. " He is my dad. Go hug your own." and immediately regretted it.
" I would definitely hug him if he gets some time after his meetings", Steff said slowly.
Steffy is a very emotional and kind person, no matter how hard she presents herself outside. Her parents are away most of the time on business tours and rarely spend some time with her. That is why she always finds her way here.
"Siya, Steff is not just your friend. She is my daughter too.", Dad said sternly and hugged both of us on either side of his arms.
"Sorry darling. I'm really sorry". I held my ears and gave my puppy look.
It worked! She smiled but not much as she twisted my ear and said, "In friendship, no sorry and no thank you. Got it?".
"Okay Okay", and she left my ear.
"Now girls get going, we are getting late for the flight.", Dad said and rushed to get the bags to put them in the trunk.
"Dad, we are getting late. Not you!". With that, Steff and I helped Dad.
Dad wanted to say his bye at the airport so he too came along with us.
We three made our way to the airport.
~30 minutes later~
We arrived and checked the luggage and Dad being dad said his bye till the moment we couldn't see him. He has been getting all excited since last night.
What's the matter with him? Is he planning behind by back? No, he is my dad. He won't do anything behind my back. My sweet dad!
Steff and I got our boarding passes and then we made our way to our seats. It is an economy class seat, and the one I'm sitting in has three seats in a row. We both occupied the seats after putting my handbag in the luggage compartment.
"I don't know how Dad is going to stay these three days without me or should I say us"
"Babe, It's not about uncle not living without you, It's about you not living without him, and moreover, we are going just for 3 days. You are saying as if you are never going to return.", Steff retorted.
"It's not like that...", I trailed off with a sad expression.
"What are you going to do if you get married?", Steff asked, getting all excited.
"If getting married makes me leave my dad, then I won't marry anyone", I said seriously, to which she laughed and mumbled 'we'll see!'
Flight attendants are announcing the safety measures now.
Looking out, I said, "I miss you, Dad".
"You don't have to", came a familiar voice.