24 Guess Who

I was shocked. My brain stopped working for a minute as if it was static. The moment I came to my senses I began to cover my self up with the bed sheets although I was still in my underwear. My eyes moved at Regina. She already had pulled up the sheets above her chest, covering it with her hand since she was practically naked at the time.

Anyone would have acted the same way, if they were invaded by someone during any sexual activity and in my case that person was none other than my brother-in-law, Neil.

Neil stood still in front of the door with a blank expression. It did not seemed like a shocked or fierce expression. Just blank stare with dumbfounded look.

" Uh.. Umm- my sis called you guys downstairs for lunch." As soon his sentence was finished, he closed the door and left. Regina shifted her body at my side, still holding the bed sheet with her hand.

" Who was that?" She asked which was more like an angry whisper.

" Stella's brother-" My sentence was cut off

" Does he knows about the whole thing? He didn't looked surprised."

" I don't know, maybe he knows. Anyway let's go there and see."

We put on our clothes quickly. The buttons of my shirt were still half way done. Both of us walked down the staircase in a hurry. As we enter the dining room I could hear Neil's and Stella's voice. They were arguing with each other.

" You should have knocked!" I heard Stella yelling at her brother.

" The door was open-"

" You were supposed to knock first before entering someone's room! God damn it!" She was right but we kept the door unlocked so we were also at fault.

" It's fine Stella. Don't shout at your brother." I jumped into their conversation to calm her down.

" Thanks man. And I didn't saw anything." He gave me a wink, pressing his lips inside.

" Yeah. It's already." I gave off a laugh to end this matter. My eyes went around the table and I saw Sushi boxes.

" What's all this?"

" Actually I got my first salary so wanted to spend it on you. But I couldn't figure out what to buy, that's why I decided to give you a sushi treat." With a large smile Stella replied.

" Aww! You should have used it for yourself." Regina was also surprised and overwhelmed.

" Nah! I wanted to do something since all this happened thanks to Theo. If he never encouraged me to get a job I wouldn't have done all this."

" Come on. I just only told you to do what you like, that's it." I was happy that I could help her with something. She deserves a lot, she has so much potential and I believe that in future she can achieve something great. That's why I wanted to cheer her up no matter how small is the matter.

Ironically I feel like a proud father.

As we started to eat, we talked about lot of things. Stella's brother was not that talkative. He was silent most of the time. Where else Stella and Regina heated off their conversation as if there was no tomorrow. I occasionally replied or gave my opinions.

We finished our lunch and all of us decided to watch a movie. The movie ended and I noticed Stella and her brother fell asleep on their seats.

Like sister like brother.

Regina got up from her seat. " I should go now, it's almost evening."

She wanted to leave badly so I walked her to the gateway without asking any further questions.

" You sure you wanna go? You could stay here if you want." I told her for the last time.

" No, maybe some other day." Her voice sounded dull.

" Are you upset about what happened today?"

" It's nothing. I gotta go now. Bye." She replied me coldly, avoiding the question. In fact she didn't ever bothered to look at my face while saying that. I knew, she was not expecting it when she came today. But somehow I was not feeling guilty. I also wanted to avoid being close to her. My heart keeps on saying this. Even though we didn't had any arguments or any fights, I felt like keep myself away from her.

Strange, right?

I came back inside and began to work with my laptop. After few time Stella and her brother Neil walked in.

" You two sure like to sleep while watching movies." I mocked them, raising my eyebrows upward.

" Those seats are super comfy okay? I don't know I just feel like closing my eyes when ever I'm sitting there." Stella replied throwing her arms on the air.

" Yeah sis they were really good." Neil added.

" I'll go make dinner, you guys can chat up."Stella left us and went towards the kitchen.

It was me and Neil in the room. I never really talked with him or interacted with him that much. The atmosphere was kinda awkward. I knew it would be rude if I stay quite for long. He may think I'm ignoring him.

" I'm going out for a smoke." Neil said

" Wait, I'll come too." We went to the back of the house where the pool side was. Neil took out a cigarette and put it inside his mouth. He reached out his hand, holding the box of cigarettes to me. I grabbed one and took the lighter from him.

" So your sister told you about the situation." I kick started our conversation.

" Yeah I knew it before you guys got married." His reply sounded casual.

" Do you think your sister took the wrong decision?" I asked him with a serious face.

" I can't tell. I mean if she's happy then it's cool, she agreed to this." My gaze went to Neil and I noticed his features. He had a sturdy figure, tall and fit. His complexion was bit tan compared to Stella, blonde hair and a quite handsome face. Neil takes after his mother where else Stella takes after her dad.

Neil continued while taking puffs from his cigarette " You know Theo my sister is a really great person. She literally raised me, she was my friend. My parents treated us differently but my sister never hated me or got jealous. When my parents set up her marriage with you, I had asked some people to get information on your background. I knew you were in a relationship with that girl named Regina. I would have pursued my parents to break off the engagement but sis told me everything. Even though I backed off, I wasn't still satisfied with the whole arrangement but when I saw her today she looked so happy. "

" I know your sister is a really nice person and I promise you I'll never hurt her. I'll support her in everything." I confronted him and tapped on his shoulder.

" Thanks man."

" By the way how does your dad treat your sister?"

" Oh him? That piece of shit. I never liked him from the beginning. He always treated her badly. Anyway I don't have to worry about it now since my sister is in your hand. Please take good care of her. She's the most lovable person you'll ever see. Just don't hurt her."

" Yeah I won't." I replied with confidence.

" Or else I'll break your bones." Neil smirked and gave me a witty evil grin.

After the dinner we went to sleep. The sun was up. I got ready and went downstairs for eating breakfast. Stella was placing the food on the table but Neil wasn't there.

" Where's Neil? Is he still sleeping?"

" He left early morning. He has some meeting to attend." Even though he's only twenty one, he still managed to balance both his college and company. He may looked like a less serious guy but he is extremely talented.

I sat down on my chair, a little dissatisfied. I couldn't even see him off. I hope he will visit us again. It was nice talking with him regardless off the unwanted encounter. I should have saved his number.

~ to be continued