She didn’t wake up through out the ride and when we got to the hospital they admitted her and I had to fill in some paperwork. The nurse informed that she needed rest and I should wait outside for her. I nodded going to meet the rest of my family outside.
“Daddy.” Evie called out reaching out to me from Tess’s arms, I couldn’t thank Tess enough. She acted like a second mum to Evie sometimes.
“How are you princess?” I asked carrying her from Tess.
“I’m sad. I woke up and didn’t see you and mummy and Aunt Tess didn’t want to tell me anything.”
“It’s okay princess. We are here now.” I said soothing her.
“But I can’t see mummy anywhere, where’s mummy and uncle Jess?” She asked and I turned around to look for help, I don’t know what to tell her.
“Evie sweetie come here.” Sheila said beckoning to Evie but she shook her head.
“What happened to mummy, daddy?” She asked again and I sighed, she can be really adamant when she wanted something.
“Mummy was feeling stressed so now she’s in the hospital.” It wasn’t exactly a lie, neither was it true.
“Ooh, can I see her?” She asked hopefully.
“No baby, she needs to rest. We’d see her when she’s awake.” I informed her and she slowly nodded.
Everyone was tired and in all honesty I couldn’t wait for the day to end and see the awakening of a new day.
We made small talks around Evie’s birthday, talking about the good and stirring away from the kidnap. Evie seemed to stop asking for Shayan then but got tired and slept again.
When she slept everyone seemed to have questions concerning how she was, what happened, what was going to happen to Jess and Carlos. My mom and Tess were devastated and disappointed. I was too, but not the way they were. It was really unexpected.
It was a little after midnight when Shayan woke up and we could finally see her. Evie woke up during this period and we all went in to meet her.
“Kel, Evie …” She called out scanning us.
“Mummy.” Evie rushed to Shayan’s side and they were in a passionate hug and I could see the tears falling from her eyes.
“Baby it’s okay now, you’re fine.” I joined in the hug and she continued crying, I couldn’t say I understood what she felt because I wasn’t in her shoes, she already had enough for a night, everyone has.
“Why are you crying mummy?” Evie asked worried, looking at me for any help.
“I’m just happy to see you all.” She said wiping her tears with both hands.
Everyone took turns consoling her and hugging her and she kept on crying. We all spent the night in the hospital that day. She was discharged the next afternoon after a few tests had been carried out.
Going back home I knew we had a lot to talk about. The vacation was highly needed, everyone had to take a break. When we got to the room I noticed the way she took in the surrounding and sighed.
“I’m glad this is all done.” She sighed sitting on the bed and I copied her.
“Me too. How are you feeling?” I gauged her reaction hoping it will reveal something.
“I feel like I just came out of something life-saving. I feel free although I look a mess. I know everything is alright now and there’s this peace that comes with it. You have no idea how scared I was thinking that I’d never see my family again. I want to use this time to be there for them in anyway I can. Build relationships and help people.” I was so proud of her and smiled. I was worried that it would have hurt her but I like that she’s doing something positive about it.
“I’m so proud of you baby. I’m sorry for everything you had to go through these past few days. You’re strong and I admire that about you. Just like you, I want to focus on my family too, build relationships. These past few years I’ve immersed myself with work, avoiding anything that would make me become attached and I’ve realized how wrong and selfish that was of me. I feel like I’ve grown so much these past few days and learnt a lot. Although I can’t please everyone, I have to be there for them in any way I can. The support from our families was great, it’s just sad that Jess had to be part of it but I hope to make amends on that. I love you with every fibre of my being Shayan, thanks for being part of my life.” A wide smile appeared on her face it brought a grin to mine. I love seeing her smile most especially when I am the reason behind it. It just gives me this satisfaction and peace. I love her and I don’t think I’d get tired of telling her, especially not when she gets to look at me with so much love and adoration and a beautiful smile on her face.
“I love you too Kel.” I drew in closer to kiss her but she chuckled standing up.
“I’m a mess right now. I’m going to shower, want to join?” She teased with a smirk and a wink.
I returned the smirk and followed her, who passes on such an invitation, definitely not me.