A month went by like a passing river.
There were many things she wanted to change but too bad a river cannot be touched twice.
Opening the large window which hadn't been touched for a month, she breathed in the cold breeze.
Brushing the snow on the panel, she propped her arms to peek in the warmth of late winter.
A smile perked her lips looking at the workers spread all around to clear the snow around their mansion as her adorable brother never liked a trace of snow.
The chirping birds and the bright sun added mellow to her everlasting joy.
As described, the winter was sure a season of love, romance finally found it's way into her life making her everyday beautiful than ever.
Just two months and life only filled her with his thoughts.
His smile which bloomed her like a flower of spring!
His warm touch which tickled her like a faint of the feather!
His mellow voice which pulled the strings of her tuning heart!
His tight hugs which flourished her with a fresh hue to live, everything was just heavenly bliss.
Was she deeply in love? She had yet to find her answer.
Smack.
"Ouch." Rubbing the top of her head, Mia glared at Naomi.
"Miss Statue of blooming Love, did you hear me?"
"What?" Grumbling at the weird moniker, Mia pounced on her bed.
"Huh, I really pity you."
Naomi said before propping beside her.
"Did Mr Romantic call you?"
"Naah. He might be asleep. He had a late meeting," Realizing what she meant, Mia glared at her,
"What did you call him?"
"Hmm, so tell me, Miss Future bride, did you guys kiss last evening or not?"
"No, " Smacking her hand, Mia grumbled,
"Stop calling me with weird nicknames."
"Ouch. Smacking was unnecessary." Rubbing her hand, Naomi got up and followed Mia.
"Won't you guys feel like kissing each other? Don't you get aroused."
"No. We just talk and talk, we don't realize when time flies."
"Ugh Ugh Ugh, Killing me without a PDA now."
Naomi mumbled patting her lonely heart.
"Rather than poking your nose, why don't you find yourself a man?"
"Of course. Looking at you, I have increased my standards."
"What do you mean?"
"I mean when a dumbass like you can get such a cute ML, why can't I the master of, " Before she could continue, Mia had already pounced on her to attack.
"Ouch Ouch. Ok Ok, stop it. I was joking."
"You need a bash, Naomi."
"Stop my mother. I don't wanna die."
Rolling beside her, Mia sighed deeply.
"I will be honest, he really has a high level of tolerance. Even after waiting all these years, he still never crossed that line."
"Respect, pure respect for him," Naomi mumbled making her grin.
"Tell me, has he like ever initiated things?"
Shaking her head, Mia mumbled,
"He just remains his real self. There were times when we tried to kiss but these days we are at our own pace. We have got busy from the past couple of few weeks so,"
"Awwww, Mia. You are really lucky to have him. I wish I had met him first."
"Haha, Dream on."
"No, I mean. It's so cute how you guys just spend time with each other. Your love is so innocent and,"
"Pure?" Elisa entered with a smile.
"Yeah, so pure that my heart just melts like ice cream." Naomi completed her sentence.
Passing them their cups of coffee, Elisa smiled,
"I agree." She added to which Mia smiled.
"All set for tomorrow?" Naomi sudden question fouled her mood.
"Yes. All set even if I don't want too."
"It's ok. You will make it back."
"How puffin? You clearly how aunty is?"
"And I cannot sour her mood."
Elisa hugged her in comfort and Naomi joined in too.
"Don't worry. It's just a formality. You can give him a gift or a surprise once you come back?"
She nodded at Noami's words.
"Yes, I have something to spirit you up."
Taking out her phone, Naomi grinned.
"Look, your fanbase is on par with Alexander now."
"Ohh, yes. Mia I totally forgot."
Elisa mumbled taking out Mia's Ipad.
"Some even started shipping you both, look."
Sipping her coffee, Mia nodded.
"Thank god, brother Mervin saved you with the help of that scapegoat."
"Yeah. If not, Isla would have got an upper hand to ruin you," Elisa added.
"Ohh, yes her last post is still roaming around. You guys discussed it?" Naomi questioned to which Mia nodded.
"He said not to worry about it. Once we decide to go public, he promised to handle it."
"Haha, look at her. She is the one to create a mess, he is the one to clean it up. "
Scratching her neck in embarrassment, Mia shrugged off Naomi's comment.
"Miaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa." Aren's loud voice echoed the whole room.
Looking at her half-awake brother, she sighed.
"Tch tch, my poor ears." Naomi rubbed her ears at the loud shriek.
Pouncing in her embrace, he grumbled.
"What's wrong?" Caressing his head, she questioned.
"Dad wants to send me back to the UK."
"But why?"
"My Chr X donor wants to see me."
Smacking his head, Elisa scolded,
"How many times should I warn you to call her my name?"
"Mother and X Chr donor are same for me."
He said with a huff.
"What are you? Still 5?" Naomi freed him from Mia's embrace.
"Why?" Ignoring her, he again pounced in Mia's embrace.
"Arghh. Ren, stop clinging to her." Elisa was the one chid to him.
"She is my Mumma bear and Why should I not hug her?"
"Ok, you guys stop it. He is still a kid." Mia defended while patting his head.
"Don't worry. I will talk with dad. Let's first go back to City A. Hmm?"
He nodded and squishing her one last time, he left the place.
"You spoil him a lot," Elisa said with a sigh.
"Who else do I have to spoil?"
Both sighed at her words. Sure enough, he would be spoiled rotten in the coming years.
"But he doesn't like Alexander even for an inch. What will you do?"
"Huh, let's not talk about it."
And the banter of three continued to eternity.
...
Next day.
Airport.
"Sir, the flight is ready." Steven nodded and looked at his watch,
"It's still 4 am. He might be asleep."
"Let her wait," Mervin mumbled and both walked towards the private jet.
"You join them. He might be here in a minute."
"Ok, Ok. I won't disturb you love birds."
Elisa chuckled and later scowled looking at Little devil.
"You will catch a cold. Let's go inside." She dragged him and Aren struggled all his way.
Minutes passed and she grew restless.
Torturing her nails with continuous bites, she started pacing in the private lounge.
The military men who were passing by smiled at her presence. It was a rare sight to witness.
"Stop biting your nails." His voice brought a huge grin on her face.
Turning around she ran into his embrace.
"Sorry, I was late."
Shaking her head, she enjoyed his warmth.
"Did you sleep?"
Shaking his head, Ian mumbled,
"I will."
"Hmm."
The whole place was covered in a trance of guards. Jose stood at the door waiting for them to finish.
"I will try ok,"
Cutting her off, he mumbled,
"We already discussed it. Didn't we?"
Nodding her head, she hugged him tightly.
"Take care. Don't be careless."
"It's just a week from the election, so I might get extremely busy."
"Ok. Call me whenever you gave free time."
He nodded and kissing her forehead, let out a deep sigh.
"Don't just roam around. While going out, wear warm clothes. Don't be reckless and,"
Placing a finger on his lips, she said,
"Sshhhhhhh. I know. Stop nagging me around."
He blinked in surprise when she suddenly placed her lips on his.
The corner of their lips touched in between her finger.
Ian removed her finger and was about to prey her lips when Aren who just entered yelled,
"Mia. Will you come or should we just depart?"
"Arghh. Such a mood spoiler." Mumbling she glared at Aren who just shrugged as if he saw nothing.
Smiling at her grumble, he patted her head and said,
"Bye. Have a safe flight."
"Uffffffffffff." Naomi entered and Jose rushed behind her.
"Sir, this lady."
"She is my friend." Mia declared and with a nod, Jose left the place.
Panting all she had, Naomi supported herself on her knees.
"Why are you here?"
"Why do you care?" Sticking her tongue out at Aren, she got up and blinked in surprise.
"Oops, sorry. Did I spoil something?"
"He did it already." With a deep sigh, she hugged him one last time.
After a lot of struggles, he finally left the place.
"Now shall we?" Aren crossed his arms in impatience.
"What? Wait, I got up early just to meet her. Don't spoil our time. Shoo away."
Walking towards her, Naomi passed the bag.
"You left your favourite headphones in the hospital lounge. And I also brought your favourite snacks from 3rd Street. And there are some cookies from Blazin Restaurant. And your blue bottle was on your desk. Thank god, I did a last-minute check before leaving Dorms."
Hugging her tightly, Mia grinned,
"You are the best."
"I will miss you." Hugging her back, Naomi mumbled.
"Yes, don't forget to move in. I have asked butler Kim and Nanny to help you."
"Bu Mia I already said. It's alright. I will stay in the dorms."
"No, way. Until I come back, stay at the brown mansion. Later on, we can search for a condo."
"But."
"No, buts and ifs. Dad will feel bad if you won't."
"Mia, will you or shall I drag you out?"
"Sigh, can't you wait a minute." Glaring at him, Mia looked at Naomi and mumbled,
"Gonna miss you."
Hugging her best friend, Mia took the bag and left with Aren.
...
And booking a cab, Naomi sighed deeply.
Her phone yelled and the name made her shiver.
"He He Hello." Hugging her hands, Naomi answered.
"Yes, I am moving into Brown Mansion."
"Yeah Yeah, I will try to collect information."
"Don't worry, I know where will I end if I betray the clan."
"Yes, you can trust me in this."
"Bye."
With a deep sigh, she cut the call and walked out.