Her Seven Deadly Brothers (Part 1 and 2)

Chapter 58

It must be a day or two since, Nora thought, she was sleeping. By the time she woke up, she was feeling quite refreshed. Her wounds were treated with extreme delicacy and care. She knew she was going to recover fast.

As she opened her eyes to look at where she was. She was surprised to find herself in her old room in the mansion. In the next moment, she was not even surprised to find herself back here.

The thought of Gianni made her shiver but she tried to tell herself that she was saved now. She was free from him. The thought made her want to curl her toes. It felt unbelievable.

Taking a deep breath, she stepped out of her comfort zone as in her bed and headed straight to the bathroom but something made her pause. As she glanced at the clock hanging at the wall in her room, she was surprised to see the date. It was next month already. She was kidnapped by Gianni in the starting of last month. He held her in captivity for hardly a week if she was right. But she was not even sure. So it meant that she was unconscious or sleeping for almost two-three weeks. No wonder, why her wounds and serious injuries were almost healed. Only scarring would left behind- the thought made her want to tear up.

Ignoring her thoughts, she headed straight to the bathroom intending to take a shower. Still her mind was going on another thought of how she was going to face her brothers. She was worried about Wanda too and wanted to ask about her well-being. Then she thought back about seeing Angel. Her eyes widened in realization. He was alive but held captive just like Anastasia if Santino was speaking truth. She needed to tell her brothers- thinking this, she dried her body and put a fluffy towel around her.

She made her way into the closet and found her things already settled there. It confirmed that they had already moved back here. She was going to miss the villa. It was like a second home to them.

Feeling uncomfortable in wearing any dresses or shorts, she opted to wear a baggy sweatshirt and pair of random blue jeans. She chose to be barefoot just like old times and thought about heading downstairs.

As she reached the door, she hesitated. Curling her hands into fists, she bit her lip. What was she going to say to her brothers? She was embarassed to face them. So much had happened. She was the reason they must had faced so many problems. She practically lied to them and everything.

They must hate her now. Her chest felt heavy and she brought her gaze down. But Lucifer and Hunter didn't show any anger to her. Her conscience debated.

She shook her head. If she had to apologize, she would do it. They always  said that they can't get angry with her for long. Making up her mind, she opened the door.

Her eyes widened seeing Damon standing in front of her.

"I was wondering what was taking you so long." He gave her a smile. That same old smile. No anger, nothing just his gentleness that showed his unconditional love to his little sister.

Her bottom lip quivered and she wrapped her arms around him, hugging him tightly. He hugged her back, his hand patting the back of her head.

"Welcome home." This was only thing she needed to hear, she broke down in joy.

"I'm glad to be home, b-brother." She whimpered with shaky tone.

He pulled away after a moment and leaned down slightly to wipe her tears away.

"No more of these, ok."

Saying this, he grabbed her hand. Nora could not describe the immense happiness, the relief she felt as his warmth surrounded her.

She was really back home.

They headed downstairs straight in the dining room. Just like the old times, it was filled by their family members. On the way back here, Damon had informed her about Angel that he was back home too. Now seeing everyone present and sitting together, she confirmed that the nightmare was really over.

"Nora! Come sit here. I made your favourite today." Lucifer said.

"Are you sure it is eatable?" Hunter passed a snide comment.

Lucifer glared at him as their old bickering started.

"It certainly looks appetizing." Angel commented.

"Whatever. I prefer sleeping more." Hades said, slumping face first on his empty plate making her smile in the process.

"Stop it you too! You both are not kids anymore. Hades, wake up. It's not the time to sleep." Vincent as usually lectured his siblings while he served food for Nora.

She was sitting between him and Lucifer. Slowly, a little hesitating, she let her eyes move up to glance in William's direction.

He was already looking at her. As their eyes made contact, he gave her a small smile just like old times.

Nora smiled back. She was finally home!