Roop's POV
It was already late in the night and I was waiting for Parth Sir in an anxious state, I tried to apologize to him earlier but was so scared and guilty that no words could come out of my mouth. The way he was looking into my eyes before leaving, he seemed pretty disappointed. Has he realized his mistakes?
But really I was tired of following his orders out of dread, he never ask for any favor. Parth sir only controls me, which makes me glum I am also worried about him that if he remains so harsh, then one day he may harm himself. I really don't want that... Does he do this misbehavior with me only because I spoiled his expensive suit in our first meeting at the bar? I wish he could forgive that mistake of mine and move forward.
My thoughts were disrupted by the noises coming outside. I can hear Miss Narayami screeching. I went out to check and I saw Parth sir struggling to climb the stairs. Ranbir sir was there trying to pull Parth sir up. Parth sir on the other hand sprawled on the stairs laughing hysterically. "Parth can you please at least help yourself? We are helping you here. Don't make it hard for us. And can you please stop laughing? It's annoying." Ranbir sir whines rolling his eyes as Narayami holds Parth sir's arm.
Parth sir seized on Ranbir's arm and he finally stood up, Ranbir sir throw one of Parth sir's arm on his shoulder. Narayami did the same on the other. But as soon as Parth sir stepped on the last, he tripped and rolls over on the floor. Ranbir sir and Narayami both crouched looking at the miserable looking. I really do think Narayami is about to cry. Parth laughed again. "S-sooooorry Nari~yaami!" He said referring to Narayami.
I sighed. I went to help. My concern has always been winning over my fear, that's why I could not see Parth Sir in that bad condition. Ranbir sir looked at me while shaking his head. Parth sir crawled on the floor, looks like he's going to his bedroom... crawling? For real?
"Shit Parth! What are you doing?" Ranbir sir said tending Parth sir, annoyed. We helped him stand. Parth sir looked at me with his blood shot eyes, slurring "Oh... m-m-my Roop-ah ish heeeere.." He said giggling. His breath smells like of strong alcohol. "H-eyy RB, my Roop ish here..." he slurred again chuckling. I pout blushing. This man, no matter his state, can always embarrass me. Ranbir sighed. "Shut up Parth!"
I opened the door of his bedroom as we helped him to bed. Parth rolling helplessly, groaning. "Roop?" Ranbir sir called. "Sorry about that. He's just drunk."
I smiled, "I know."
"Anyway, I have to go now. I think Narayami gets some warm water to wash him. See you around." Ranbir sir said as he walks towards the door.
Narayami went out from the bathroom with a small tub of water and a towel. "You need help?" I asked. "Yes please Roop, thank you. Kindly get pajamas and boxers for him. That door is his walk in closet." He points on the door beside the bathroom. I went in immediately in awe. I was amazed of the beautifully arranged shelves of tops, pants, suits and neck ties and perfectly organized racks of expensive shoes and bags. Mostly Gucci. The table in the middle of the room has his wide collection of watches and accessories neatly placed inside the organizers. I can't afford any of these. I thought.
I scan the shelves and saw the one containing his pajamas and the one with his under wears. As much as I want to feast my eyes over Parth's treasures, Narayami is already waiting outside.
I went out and was taken aback by a completely naked Parth lying in bed. My eyes went wide over his well sculpted physique. My face went red. I tried my best not to look down there.
"Roop!" Startled, I almost did not hear Narayami calling me. "Give me that! It's cold!"
"Sorry." I said giving her the clothes.
"Aish Roop. Why are you embarrassed? You also have that!" Surprised, Narayami looks comfortable changing Parth's clothes.
"I know but I haven't seen others naked." I said, blushing.
"You never done it?!" She exclaimed. My face now scarlet red.
"Ssshhhhh!" That's all I can mutter.
"You have a boyfriend right?" Huh? Who said that?
"Me? Boyfriend? I don't have a boyfriend!" Where on earth did she get that news?
"So who is Hrithik?"
I was strike in surprise by Narayami's question but I managed let out a laugh, "Oh my god Narayami! Hrithik is my bestest friend. If he hears this, he will be really disgusted! We are like only and only friends"
Narayami just nodded while buttoning the last on Parth sir's pajamas.
"It seems like you are very comfortable doing that?"
Narayami smiled, "He's like a son to me."
After Narayami changed Parth sir's clothes, we went outside his bedroom. "Is he always like that? I mean getting excessively drunk?" I asked.
Narayami shook her head, "He's sober for quite a while now. The last time I saw him that drunk was when his ex girlfriend left him."
"Moon's mother?" Narayami nodded.
"He was so miserable. Then his father's death added to his depression. He really had a hard time coping. He grew cold and angry to everyone. Ranbir even live here for almost a year just to accompany him because Parth almost died."
"Died?!"
"Yes. He wanted to sleep so badly he took more than the recommended dosage of sleeping pills." Narayami sighed. My heart suddenly breaks. This is the first time I heard that he almost died before.
"That's... sad."
"Yes, very." Narayami nodded.
"So why is he so wasted now? H-his ex is back?" Why does it hurting me hearing about his ex?
Narayami just looked at me. Maybe, she's not ready to spill the bean.
"Miss Narayami, by the way, how did you know about Hrithik?" I asked. I was really curious.
"I just guess!" Sarcastically, "Of course Parth sir told me!" Narayami held my hand and looked at me so fondly. "Roop, I know somehow you already have a clue or a hint. Parth cares for you. He may be cold and arrogant but he really has a very good heart."
"W-why are you saying that to me?"
"Parth is scared to show or express his love. Showing it in the oddest way possible. Trying to restrain himself by showing his bad side. I really think that his past experience caused him that fear of being rejected or being left behind again. I know he's not treating you well but I do hope in some way, you already have a clue."
"I don't...know Miss, what should I do?" Here I am again, denying that I get it. But I was apprehensive. I had come here only to bring happiness to Parth sir's life and to make him a better human being. But can he get that happiness through my love?
Narayami sighed, "It's late now, let's bed. Goodnight Roop." Narayami said before climbing down the stairs and leaving me dumbfounded.
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