Love Lies Bleeding

20. "Call me Sid."

*In Author's Narration*
During Adhir’s childhood. His parents met with an accident and left him and his sister alone in this world. When Adhir and Sid were playing in a park, Arya came to pick Adhir and noticed it was dark but no one was there to pick Sid.

So, Arya decided to adopt Siddique as his mother abandoned him in that park. Even though she was young, her kindness allowed her to bring Sid home. She equally loved both her brothers. Adhir and Sid became close as time passed. Arya owned a restaurant which was from inheritance. She used to run it and raise both of them.

When Adhir was 16 years old…
“Di… Arya di.” Sid called Arya, entering the house. “Yeah, Chotu?” “Adhir got into a fight in the school today. Principal wants to see you tomorrow.” He said, showing Adhir whose corner of his lips was bleeding.

Arya looked at him with watery eyes. But did not show it to either. “Who won?” She asked which surprised both. “I won. And I had to win. After all, it was Sid’s matter.” He admitted proudly. “What happened? What did he do to Chotu?” She worriedly asked him.

“He bullied Sid; he said Sid is a stray kid, and he-” Adhir lowered his head and couldn’t speak further. Listening to this Arya had enough and was fuming but cool.

She went into the room and came with a first aid kit. Made Adhir sit to treat him. “What were you doing? when he got into the fight?” She asked Sid. “I didn't know until the entire school was under ruckus. I ran to stop him as soon as I knew it was him,” he said and again opened his mouth to say something, but didn't say anything.

“He got injured as well,” Adhir spoke, dragging him towards Arya. Adhir made Sid sit beside Arya. “He tried to stop me and interrupted in between, in which I accidentally pushed him,” Adhir confessed.

Arya smiled at their bond, where one goes into a fight just to trash a person who badmouthed him, and the other one gets injured trying to stop just to make sure he is safe and good.

She applies ointment on both their bruises and wounds. “Fine! I'll talk to your principal. But whatever the punishment is you have to face it, Adhir. No excuses.” She warns him.

Next day in school.
Arya walks out of the principal's cabin. “I tried convincing him for the minimum punishment but he wants you to join the boxers club.” She said to both the boys standing outside of the principal cabin.

“Boxers club?” They both were in shock. “Yes, they want Adhir in the club. They'll train you and you are supposed to win some championship on behalf of your school.”

She sits on one of the waiting chairs outside announcing what was discussed with her. “What about Sid?” Adhir questions. “He will be attending the training along your side. So, stop asking unnecessary questions and get back to the classes.” She sends them back.

When Adhir was 18….
Sid picks Adhir into his arms to celebrate the victory in winning the golden championship for the school. “Congratulations my champ, my brother!!” He hugs Adhir tight. “Thanks, buddy.” They break the hug. After taking the medal, they both ran to their dearest sister for a group hug. “I'm proud of you champ. Tonight, you can use our restaurant for the celebrations.” She said, handing him the keys. Both the brothers shook their hands.

Later Adhir got into the college through boxing. Sid, who is a year younger, also got into the same college as Adhir. Sid started to invest his time in computers and gadgets. He loved spending time with codes. Which was noticed by Arya.

“Di. Do you think he'll like the gift?” Adhir asked, slowly moving a system. “Of course, he'll love it. I know our chotu.” She said slowly stepping into his room. “Happy Birthday Chotu.!” they both screamed at a time. “Call me Sid.”

He woke up and sat straight on the bed. To his surprise, “WOAH!!! This is what I wanted. Thank you so much, my dearest family..” he gave a hug to both of them. “Do you like them? I just asked the salesperson to give me the latest model. I did not know about these computers and laptops.” Arya brought the gifts.

“Di… this is the best gift. I love it. And this is the immediate launch model.” Sid expressed. They celebrated Sid’s birthday. As time passed Adhir also learned some basic hacking.

They both were in the same university and Adhir was a champion. He was the bad boy of their campus. Meanwhile, Sid was the heartthrob, everyone's charm, and a nerd (a deadly combo). Adhir and Sid started to stay in the university dorm whenever required.

Hello, my lovelies...
The past continues.....
let me take you to Adhir’s Era.....