The classy mansion ,tucked away near the university campus, became their sanctuary.
Aven and Cyrus had got lucky to have such a beautiful home .
Living with Doctor Michelle. A loving woman with her blonde -streaked hair and kind eyes. She and her husband Professor Federico Dean ,had welcomed them into their home . And loved Aven and Cyrus as if they were her own sons.
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*"You're safe here". Doctor Michelle assured them, her voice as soothing as balm. "Your parents' sacrifice won't be in vain."..They had told her about what happened.
Doctor Michelle and professor Dean became parents to the two brothers. As they had no children of their own . They have been a happy family for two years.Teaching the boys how to adapt, learn languages,got them tutors and made sure they are settled.
Present day...
Aven the early riser, brewed his coffee while ,Cyrus sprawled on the leather couch, sketching fantastical creatures.
Professor Dean's cat snowflake , laid comfortably next to Cyrus ,looking cute as ever,as it made cat sounds trying to get Cyrus's attention.
" Aven it's your turn to feed snowflake,I'm tired ,his hungry every second". Cyrus said looking pitiful.
" Why should I do it,you are just siting there " . Aven replied taking his coffee as he headed to the couch next to Cyrus.
" I already did chores ,it's the least you can do today "...
" Dude I'm tired . Since you understand the cat better ,feed him"....Aven said winking at Cyrus.
"And what's with arguments early in the morning?"... Dr Michelle said walking down the stairs looking all dressed up,as she headed to the kitchen .
" Boys "... Professor Dean said greeting the boys as he walked out of his study.
"Dad". They both said at the same . As professor Dean just smiled.
" Aven doesn't want to feed snowflake,I did chores" . Cyrus said rubbing it on Aven's face.
"Aven feed the cat ,and you ...'Michelle said pointing at Cyrus .."dress up,it's your first day at university remember."
"Aven since you have lessons in the afternoon, you will pick up Cyrus when you done,for now I'll take him there and no video games and don't fight with snowflake when I'm gone". Michelle said giving instructions to Aven . Leaving Aven with a sour face.
°°University Orientation°°
Cyrus's first day at the university was a whirlwind. He looked elegant dressed in Aven's borrowed hoodie as he clutched his class schedule.
Cyrus's eyes sparkled as he absorbed the bustling campus ,this was a whole new experience to him . Most eyes were on him as news had already spread like a veld fire that professor Dean's other son had joined the university.
" I'll leave you here , settle in ,and be friendly". Professor Dean said patting Cyrus's shoulder as he headed to his office.
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Standing in the crowded court yard. Cyrus looked for somewhere he can sit his feet hurt. Cyrus sensed a familiar scent in his wolf nosestrills .There, sitting on a bench, was the girl , he felt as if he knew her .
Without hesitation he walked over to the girl ,his heart racing the whole time.
"Hey can I join you " . Cyrus said with charming smile plastered on his face.
"Sure , you can " . She replied with a soft smile as well. She was beautiful , unique hair ,like the color of autumn leaves. With her eyes sparkling .
"Umm ,I'm Cyrus Dean".
" I'm Peach Thompson"
" That's a unique name ". Cyrus complimented .
" I guess ". Peach chuckled
" Do you remember me ?". Cyrus asked looking serious.
" No I don't think so "...
" Two years ago, on a full moon night in the middle of the night, you and your mother ,took me and my injured brother to the hospital... remember ". Cyrus explained looking all emotional.
" Oh my ..it's you . " Peach said with tears falling ." Never thought I'll ever see you guys ever again . The way you and your brother were injured scared me , I'm glad you are safe". She added while holding Cyrus hands.
Cyrus grinned, his heart pounding." Peach "he exclaimed."You really saved us, we owe you ". Cyrus's gaze softened."We owe you our lives," he said, his voice steady.
Peach blushed, her cheeks matching her hair. " thought I dreamed it all" she admitted. "The wounded strangers, But here you are ,we at the same university ".
"Yeah right . Its going to be fun . So is it your first day too".. Cyrus curiously asked.
"Yes ,it is . Where is your brother ". Peach asked.
" I'm sure his attending lessons now , his doing his third year now he skipped first year ... " . Cyrus said.
" Wow that's cool ... I'm doing Robotics and Automation . What about you?".Peach asked with sparkling eyes.
" I'm doing Artificial intelligence and Machine learning like my brother ,meaning you and I are in the same class in almost all lessons". Cyrus said sounding ecstatic.
" Oh my ... This is going to be fun. So this technically makes us friends...." . Peach said with a raised eyebrow.
"I don't have friends yet ,so why not ...you my first friend here". Cyrus said with a smile .
"Then give me your number friend... " . She said as they both laughed....
This is fate . Peach thought as she listened to Cyrus's crazy stories. Somehow they just felt close .
Cyrus couldn't wait to show off about his encounter with Peach to Aven when they get home.....
To be continued....