Inevitable

Chapter (28)

Next day Zeynep went to Emir's house. It was a big step for her. Her family didn't look warmly to the idea. Tariq and her mother insisted that she keep her son far away from Emir but Zeynep wasn't the little girl that listen to what people tell her to do any more. She has her own mind and and can make her own decisions.

Upon her arrival to Emir's house. She found that they had prepared quite a reception for them. Even Galip and Asu were there. Zeynep was worried and nervous not knowing how to react to all this. Emir noticed her discomfort. He was nervous too. Having his son in his house. With his family was something big for him.

Galip lost his mind when he saw his grandchild. Emir never saw him like that. He kept looking at them with raised eyebrows. Asu as usual has a sour look on her face but she was smiling at Poyraz's stories from time to time.

As for his mother. He had never seen her this happy. Yes she still hated his father for what he did to her. But right now there was no place for hate.
Zeynep was sitting beside his mother looking at her son playing with Galip with a surprised expression. She was still nervous he can see that. Their eyes met for a second and he assured her with his look to relax. He understood her fears. This was a big step. His mother looked at him standing on the side and called him over. Emir sat with his family.
For the first time in his life he felt complete. His whole family were sitting around him it was so natural. So spontaneous. As if they used to do that a lot in another universe.

Emir played with Poyraz alot. Poyraz was a very talkative boy. He kept telling them about his adventures in kindergarten. Emir's smile hadn't left his face for one second. Even Asu was laughing at Poyraz's stories.

Zeynep felt strange. For the past four years she was sure that her and Poyraz are going to stay just her and him forever. Being here in the middle of Kozcuoglu family was terrifying, seeing poyraz getting along with his family was so mesmerizing. It's like he already knows that they are his family. Emir and her haven't talked about telling Poyraz the truth yet. She was sure that Emir will ask her to do that soon.

The family had lunch together.  Then Galip and Asu left. Emir asked Zeynep to go together and talk in his office while Poyraz was playing with Eda and his mother. Zeynep kinda expected this talk. She was really nervous. They went inside the study room. And stood awkwardly facing each other. It was the first time they stay together with out crowd since the found Poyraz. Zeynep didn't know why she did it but she took a step towards him and put her arms around his waist. Emir circled her with his arms as well. The hug was short. Zeynep pulled back and looked at him.

"I just wanted to thank you for keeping your promise. And finding Poyraz"

"I wasn't the only one. Everyone helped"

"Yeah. But you were there. And that means a lot to me" Zeynep said having tears in her eyes.

"The most important thing is that we got him back. And I promise you I'll never let anything bad happens to him.. that's why I wanted to talk to you"

"O...kay" Zeynep said worriedly.
Emir and Zeynep sat on a the sofa facing each other.

"What is it Emir?" Zeynep asked feeling nervous.

"First. I wanted to thank you. For agreeing to come here today".

"No need to thank me. Your mother has the right to see her grandchild".

"Just my mother?".

"What do you mean?"

"Zeynep. Poyraz is my son"

"Yeah I know" Zeynep replied starting to feel exacerbated.

"I want him to know. I want us to tell him that I'm his father"

Zeynep took a deep breath. She was expecting this request but it scared her nonetheless.

"Zeynep. What are you thinking?  Look if you still thinking about what I Did before... "

"No. It's not that. It's just. This is new to me Emir. And I have no idea how to handle this"

"I understand. But Poyraz must know that he has a father. Not just that. I want to give him my name.. if you don't have a problem I say we start the paper work as soon as possible"

"Wow. . Emir wait a minute. That's... that's too much. Just give me time to think okay"

Zeynep was overwhelmed by Emir's requests. He wanted to give Poyras his sirname. Zeynep didn't know how to feel about that. That was existing and scary at the same time. She needed time to think. They agreed to talk about it later to give him her answer.

Zeynep and Emir went back to the living room. Zeynep excused herself and told Müjgan that they have to go home. Müjgan asked her to stay a little more, but she refused. Emir understood that Zeynep needed to have some time for herself and Poyraz. She needed to think about his offer.

Emir crouched in front of Poyraz.
"Don't you want to say goodbye to me little man"

"I'm not little. I'm 3 years and a half. This is almost grownup"
Poyraz said with a series face. Emir chucked looking at Zeynep.

She smiled and nodded agreeing with her son. Emir looked at Poyraz.
"My apologies Poyraz bey. my mistake. So, am I going to see you again?" The question was mostly directed to Zeynep. Poyraz looked at his mother before giving any answer. When his mother nodded he looked at Emir and gave him a yes. Emir and his mother were impressed. The connection and the understanding between Zeynep and Poyraz were really impressive, it made Emir's heart tighten with jealously. He wanted to have this connection with his son oneday.

Poyraz suddenly leaned to him and hugged him. It was a short hug but it took Emir's breath away. Poyraz went to Müjgan too and hugged her.

Thanking her for letting him play in the garden. Then he went and wore his jacket by himself and took his small bag and went to his mother taking her hand ready to leave. Emir and his mother were shocked and impressed. Zeynep raised their son very well. Poyraz was right. He wasn't a little man by any means. He was a very smart and independent.

Emir couldn't let them go alone so he offered to drive them home. The truth is, he wasn't ready to let them go yet. He wanted to spent some more time with them on the way to the Soydere house.