Facade

Chapter 71

Mia's pov

I stood silently at the doorway to Carlisle's bedroom watching the doctor work on it. Damian really hurt him. Heck he almost killed him, had I not intervened. Every inch of Carlisle's body was covered in bruises. I honestly didn't know how to feel about this whole shit. Sure I'm angry at Carlisle for saying those horrible things to me but I don't hate him enough to see him like this. No matter how much I tried to convince myself not to, I felt pity for him. Few days ago, I'd have been sitting beside him holding his hand and doing everything in my power to relief his pains. Right now, I can't even muster up the courage to step into the room. I couldn't bear to stay close to Carlisle. The pain of his actions were still fresh in my heart, in my memory, in my soul. It broke my heart to see Carlisle groaning in pains. He deserved it, I told myself. But I couldn't work up enough anger to overshadow the pity.
The doctor walked up to me standing at the doorway.
"He'll be fine. I've given him something for the pain, he should be out for a while. I also left a bottle of painkillers in case he is more pains. I don't expect any complications but in case there is, please call me immediately" The doctor told me with a slight smile. It was as if he could read my mind. I could barely work up the energy to reply him so I nodded instead.
" Thank you doctor, I'll see you to the door" I said politely. No matter how hurt I was, I never forgot my manners.
Together we walked to the door, my head filled with thoughts.
"Thank you once again for your quick response doctor" I worked up a shaky smile. The doctor smiled in reply.
"You can call me Peter dear"
Oh oh wrong button mister. I scoffed and slammed the door on his face. I heard him yelp from the pain and felt some sort of satisfaction. Am I a masochist? I shrugged and walked up the stairs. I walked passed Carlisle's room with determined strides. Take that buddy.

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Damian's pov

I sat on the bed with my mouth sealed shut as Karen gave me a verbal lashing for attacking Carlisle. My gaze was focused on her hair as she knelt in front of me cleaning up my wounds. My ears were ringing from the peals of curses pouring out of her mouth. But I didn't dare complain. Nope I wasn't stupid enough to complain. There are times when a man has got to swallow his pride and pay attention to his woman. This is one of those times. I alternated between rolling my eyes and grimacing at the pain. My knuckles were bruised but I still felt it was worth it. No one hurts my little sister and gets away with it. Nobody.
"...........stand that it has nothing to do with you. Are you listening to me at all?" Karen's voice floated into my ears. Oops bursted! I winced at the sound.
"Sure babe, I'm listening" I assured her in a placating tone. No way in hell was I gonna admit to not hearing a word from her for the last fifteen minutes. Karen glared at me, her eyes flashing in anger.
"Oh really! What was my last statement?" She questioned. I almost told her I had no idea but that'll only cause more problem.
"Last statement" I replied confidently. Karen sighed and rolled her eyes at me.
"I'm serious Damian. Mia is no more a child. She no longer needs you to fight her battles. She's quite capable of taking care of herself. You had no right to attack Carlisle. And I want you to go apologize immediately" Karen instructed. My eyes flashed and anger flared up. I shoved from the bed and stalked to the balcony.
"The hell am I apologizing......He should have thought twice about hurting my sister. My baby sister. No way in hell am I gonna let that go" I snapped. The thought of it alone still sends frest torrents of anger through my veins.
"Listen to me good Damian. You'll pick up your sorry but go apologize to Carlisle and Mia" Karen snapped back. I frowned at her, my teeth clenched.
"Why the hell do I need to apologize to Mia?" I asked. Karen rolled her eyes. The way she has been rolling those eyes, it's a wonder they've not rolled to the back of her head.
"Because you attacking Carlisle meant you didn't trust her enough to handle it herself" Karen replied slowly, enunciating each word like she was speaking to a child. Realization dawned on me.
"Oh shit! I didn't think of it that way." I mumbled.
"No you didn't. You were too busy playing Mr macho to think about your actions" Karen shot at me. This time around, I was the one rolling my eyes.
"I will apologize to Mia but there's no way in hell will I apologize to Carlisle. In fact, I'd totally do it again if given the opportunity" I snapped and stalked out of the room before she could come up with a reply.

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Carlisle's pov

Pain. Mindless, numbing pain. That was all my mind could register immediately I opened my eyes. I realized I was in my bedroom. Someone must have brought me here after Damian was pulled away from me. It felt like he had wanted to kill me. I guess I deserved it. Staying in this room reminded me of what I foolishly lost. If things were okay with Mia, she'd have insisted I be taken to her room so she can take care of me herself. I'd have woken up to meet her beside me, her fingers wound through mine.
I exhaled raggedly, the action was quite painful. Heck with the amount of pains I'm feeling right now, I don't think I can take a piss without feeling pains. I tried reaching for my phone at the bedside table but it felt too painful to move. A knock sounded at the door and I turned my neck carefully to call out.
"Come in" My voice sounded gruff even to my own ears. Like a rat of sunshine, the door opened and Mia stepped in. I was too busy gawking at her to notice how nervous she looked. I thought with everything I've done, she won't want to see me let alone have anything to do with me. Guess fate is on my side.
"I'm sorry for disturbing you. I will try not to take too much of your time" Mia said softly. I opened my mouth to tell her she wasn't disturbing me but clamped my mouth shut at the last minute.
"Let's get this over with. I came to apologise on behalf of Damian. No matter what he thought, he had no right to attack you" Mia started. I wanted to say something but I couldn't think of anything appropriate to say so I kept my mouth shut and just listened.
"I also wanted to say thank you. I hadn't realized I had become a burden to you. I can assure you it won't happen again and I'll gladly keep my distance. I wish you quick recovery." With that said, Mia scurried out of the room while I laid there gaping at her retreating back. What the fuck just happened?

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