chapter 21

He came down wearing black hoodie and blue jeans. We are twinning again by the colour of our outfit. It didn't made me angry these time, instead I felt lucky. I'm loving this feelings, this emotions are so sweet and beautiful. I have started liking him secretly. Seeing him in towel, his care for me, his efforts, everything he does can make any girl fall for him. No one can deny his adorable face, but I'm the luckiest one to see his kindness. But it's impossible.. we can't be together. I'm not worth it. I stared at my food instead of him. I took a bite, when I remembered I need to focus on my career and the memories came to my mind.Flashback It was the time of my final exams in the university. Everyone was dreaming about their future. To either join famous industries or to become a independent fashion designer. My dream was different. I wanted to join sunbeam fashions, suggested by seniors. It was a night before my exam, I got a call from parents. I picked it up."Hello mom.""Hello sweetie. How are you? Did you had dinner?" "Yeah mom. How are you and dad? How's biggie?""We all are fine. Remember one thing you have to score good marks. And get a job this year, so that no one should say that you aren't worth it. Or you have chosed wrong carrier.""Yeah mom.""All the best. Study hard. And good night."I smiled, "Good night ma."It was my every night. My parents and brother lived in a small town near LA. Next day I went for the exam. I was happy after the exams. Everything went well. But the real struggle was going to start after exams. I left hostel and moved in flat with Sara and for some days started to work part time in the canteen. I applied for interview at Sunbeam Fashions as well as some other fashion companies. I thought of to be a independent designer but for fame I need to start like this. Finally on the day of my interview. I was excited and nervous at the same time. I was on my way through taxi as Sara was busy. I got a call from my mom. I thought it was for giving me best wishes but my heart broke when I heard her voice."Aisha.." she sobbed, "Your brother.. is in hospital."I got shocked, "Maa? Why? What happened? Mom please say something?" Tears rolled down my eyes."Come to local hospital in our town. Come fast..." She cried and hung up the call.My eyes were red in shock. Is he safe? I asked taxi driver to change the way. After an hour I was in hospital, I ran towards the reception and asked about my brother. I hurried to their room. I saw my mom and dad sitting on the benches. I went to them. "How did this happen?" I asked them.My father replied, "Matt had an accident." "How? Where was he?"My mom widened her eyes while seeing at Dad, "Tell her the truth." Dad didn't replied at looked at the floor. My mom continued, "Matt tried to suicide." I got shocked. "He... He took poison. His results were announced yesterday. He failed and thus.." she cried while covering her face with her hands. My brother Matthew was attempting civil service exam from last 2 years. He failed for third time. We just talked yesterday. He gave me wishes for interview. I cried out loud. I miss you biggie.. please get well soon. I will never let you alone. Doctor came out from the room. I ran to him."How is he? Will he get back to normal?" I asked him."Sorry miss. I can't guarantee it. We are trying our best. But if he gets well he need not be alone. He had tried to suicide earlier too. Don't force him for anything. We are trying to save him." He left saying this. I looked from the small glass window. He was covered by blanket. The night went. I bought breakfast for everyone. They were both heartbroken. They regret their action that they forced him to do everything. And it's the result. We will never force you again please.. Matt I miss you... Doctors came for regular check-up. Finally when they came out they said, "He will come back to consciousness probably today. You can meet him." My parents ran in the room. Doctor stopped me, "Miss we need to tell you something. Come behind me." I nodded and went behind them. I sat on the chair infront of him."He will get well soon. But you need to take care for him. If he tries this again. It would be difficult to save him. Stay with him for somedays. Give him time to recover. Don't force him." I nodded. After the formalities I went to meet them I held his hand and cried.Flashback ended We reached at the venue. I called my brother as I was missing him a lot. He picked up."Hello. Biggie. How are you?""I'm fine. Are you okay?" He said."I'm good too.""I want to tell you something." He said excitedly."Go ahead.""I passed the entrance exam of research institute. I just got an email." My lips curved into smile. "They asked to join the centre next week. I'm thinking to shift in LA with mom and dad." He said. I was happy for him but my mind ordered to look at Ashton who was talking with that girl. I again focused on Matt."Biggie. Should I find a place? Tell me the location. We will rent for somedays and when you get permanent we will build our house." I said. "And congratulations biggie. I'm very happy for you."He chuckled. "I'm sorry Aisha. But now I will support our family.""Biggie. I'm also their child. Why are you saying like that? And tell me the location. I will help you to shift." I said. He told me everything. It was at the other side of LA. I can't live there. I will live with Sara itself. After the call I went to Ashton. He was talking with Julie. And at the other side Julie was trying her best to impress him. She was wearing a black mini skirt covering just her half thighs. She was trying to look sexier. She ignored me infront of everyone to catch his attention. But he didn't looked at her. It made me feel happy somewhere in my mind. I went near him, he showed me his ideas. We both discussed about lights and colour combinations with pink. After the work was half completed the day was over. I was arranging tables and clothes on them. He came near me."Aisha!" He called me.I turned to him, "Yes.""Buy something for yourself for wedding. Ester told me to take you for shopping." He said with a faint smile."Umm.. I think I don't.." "Shh... Ester will kill me. Don't give excuse. You are coming with me." He said firmly and went to Julie to take leave.I can't deny now. I went behind him while Julie ordered workers to continue it tomorrow. When everyone were finally gone Julie looked at Ashton. She took a step near him. I hated her when he came closer. "So nice of you Ashton." She held his hoodie near his palm. "It's almost night, let's have dinner together, Please Ashton." She said while putting her hand on his chest. She clicked his shoulder by her fingers. I can't handle this. I can't control more now. I held his hand and pulled him away from her. And said, "So sorry Ms. Julie. But we are heading for shopping. Together..." I elongated when I said Together. She felt jealous and went back. I smirked looking at her. Until I felt my hand is holding his hand, very near to me. I looked at him. His eyes were on me. The breeze made the moment more cool.____________________________________________♥️