The University

...Felix joined the university as a junior doctor. He and Mark remained in contact until Felix left the country for pursuing his dreams. After completing his high school Felix wanted to leave the country. A lot happened in the past.But mark continued to pursue Felix to come back to his homeland and continue in the same college as he's worried about felix...

~~~~Few hours before reaching ~~~~~

Mark(Typing)- I will be waiting at the airport. Let me know when you reach.

Felix (Typing) I will. Hope to see you soon.

...After Felix lost both of his parents in car accident. Felix had nightmare until he decided to leave the country. Mark was unhappy to let him go but had no other option. Felix made his career and received many scholarships abroad. On Mark's request to celebrate his birthday together Felix decided to visit back to country S....

Felix- I texted him an hour back. Don't know where mark is. Hope he didn't fall asleep. I can't blame him either it's midnight here.

Mark- Not everyone is like you( taking away his luggage)

\*Felix turned in surprise to see Mark.

Felix-Oh my goodness. You scared me for a second. But how do you know it's me. We haven't seen each other for years.

Mark- As if no one can recognize such fragile beauty from far. Are you kidding me? We have spent all our childhood together how can I not recognize you.

Felix- Haha. Alright stop getting angry. I bet you can recognise me even after decades pass.

Mark-Ya, sure I do.

...\*\*\*No much had changed into there lives neither there friendship except the feeling Mark have towards Felix which he soon realized when Felix was about to leave the country.\*\*\*...

Felix - So, How's life going? How's uncle and aunty.

Mark - All's good. Mom kept on asking about you since you left. Make your time free and visit us home some day.

Felix(bitter smile) Yeah, I will.

Mark-You don't have to force yourself. If you don't want to visit. Just hit me up, and I will bring mom to a café were you both can catch up.

Felix-No. You don't have to do that. I will soon be at peace with my past. I just need some time.

Mark-Okay, do as you seem fit.

\*\*\*\*\*After Felix parents passed away mark is well aware about how Felix used to get anxiety attacks at night. He has suffered a lot until he left the country. In order not to rush things up. Both decided for Felix to live in different neighborhood until things settle downs.\*\*

\*Doorbell Rings\*

Landlord(Opening the door) Who is it?

Mark-Uncle I am Mark. I am Eric friend's.He told floyen has a empty room and we can have a look.

Landlord - Yes, Yes. Come inside my child. My grandson informed me about you.

Mark - Uncle this is Felix. He will be staying here from now on.

Landlord (putting on glasses) My god. What a handsome young man. It's a pity I have a grandson. How lovely it would have been if I could get a handsome son-in-law like you.

Felix (bows down uncomfortably) Haha, Grandpa. I am like your grandson too. Please take care of me in the future.

Mark(angrily pulling Felix) I guess we should leave from here. My friend recommended me this house. Didn't hope it to be like this.

Felix-Don't sweat it. I will manage. It's fine. Anyhow, I have lived alone long enough that having a elderly will be good.

Mark-No. You don't have to compromise. Let's go.

Felix- And where do I live then?

Mark-You can live at my house till then.

Felix- But...

...\*\*\*\*\*\*While pulling Felix away they bumped into a 6'2 tall guy wearing black leather jacket with black gear. He has jet black hair with honey colored eyes. Smoking a cigarette.\*\*\*\*\*\*...

•••••••••NEW CHARACTER ALERT ••••••


Name- Floyen

Age- 22

Character - Black jet hair. Usually has cut mark on face after fight

Personality - Cold, doesn't like people who talk much. Prefers detail information. Cold hearted untill likes someone. Prefers family over girls.

...Landlord comes close to Mark asking if he has been smoking all this while. The guy at the door throws away the cigarette. Making a clear appreace as the landlord reach near the door. Making a gesture to 6'2 guy to move inside....

Landlord - Don't be angry young man. I didn't mean to insult you. If you like having your cig you can always have them outside the house. While I was just complimenting your friend for his handsome face. Hope I could say same for you. (Removing his glasses) anyway what do you think of this house?

Felix(giggling) Haha, Grandpa. I like this house. I would like to stay here.

Floyen- If all the compliments have been passed. Move aside you two. You are blocking my way. ( walks upstairs)

Mark(whispering) I am telling you. We should leave.

Felix - Mark. Where am I supposed to stay if we leave?

Mark-Stay at my house untill i find new one for you.

Felix (staring)

Mark(sudden realization) you can stay at my other friends house. His house is in same neighborhood.

Landlord - Son, you can change the house whenever you like. Untill you find any. Stay here. You are like my grandson. My grandson doesn't stay home much. I will be glad to have your company.

Felix- oh, the guy who walked away just now was your grandson.

Landlord - Yes. Don't mind him. He has a bit of temper. He's been like this after losing his parents to a plague and his sister is in coma. Furthermore, he works day and night to provide for us. He's rearly at home. Aside from having temper he's a good child.

Felix( sympathetic being in same situation) Yes, grandpa i understand. I will accompany you from now on.

...As soon as mark realized bringing Felix to his house will result same as Felix going back to his house. Mark gave in. He understood the situation can't be handled unless other house is found which will take at least a week. Whereas Felix already felt the dreary situation Grandfather is in. Felix agreed to live with them....

Mark proceeded with house agreement only to understand the house in which Felix was about to live in doesn't belong to Grandfather but was provided to his grandson (floyen) by Eric.

••••••• At evening •••••

Mark and Felix celebrated Marks birthday at Felix's new accommodation. Since mark was worried being into different neighborhood will affect Felix he stayed night with Felix. They had a simple birthday which included small gift by Felix . After having couple of drinks both went to sleep.

...\*\*\*\*Weeks later...

...•••••••CAFE•••••••...

Mark-Well if you like it. Then nothing can be done.

Felix - Mark. Don't be like this. I told you. Grandpa has been treating me very well. As if I am really his grandson.

Mark- What about his grandson?

Felix - Huh!! Oh, floyen. He's a great guy. He doesn't talk much.But he is very respectful. It's just that he likes black colour for some reason. I don't know where he works but sure returns with lots of injury.

Mark-Be careful of him. I don't like the way he looks at you or the way he talks.

Felix - You are worried about nothing mark. I know he looks little scary but trust me he's a good guy.

Mark- As long as you believe it to be .

...Mark left Felix to live in his new accommodation but the fear of Felix being harmed never left his mind. Since he saw Felix carrying all burden by himself he let him go his way unless he finds courage to let him know about his true feelings....

...•••••••To be continued •••••••...

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