Absence

Unicorn Residence,

Stacy was standing near the reception when she saw Daniel, they haven't met each-other despite the long-term friendship between her and Anna. But Anna had shown her some photos of her family; in case she crossed them.

Stacy knew that sibling's relationship has taken a huge positive development these days, she greeted him.

"Brother Daniel, is it?" Stacy said.

"Yes, I'm Daniel. How can I help you?" for Daniel, Stacy is just a stranger.

"Well, I'm Stacy; Anna's friend. She asked me to collect some things that will be delivered by you." Stacy was very polite.

"Oh! Really sorry, Anna never mentioned; well we never ….. forget it." Daniel passed Anna's belongings to Stacy and asked.

"Do you know, where has she gone? And would she be safe or not?" Daniel was anxious because of Anna's sudden departure.

Stacy smiled and said. "Daniel you don't have to be anxious, she will be fine. Also, she is a doctor who saves life; how can she be in danger?"

Daniel thought about the same but he still felt worry enveloping on him as the time passed.

Daniel nodded at her and went back.

Stacy saw him leaving; she switched on her phone to take another look at the message she received from Anna.

'I'm going for a mission; all the files had been signed yesterday night. When you leave drop the keys to my assistant.' -Anna.

Anna finished the files yesterday night so that she can spend time with her; but she left her alone because of Evan. Stacy doesn't want Anna and Evan to meet because if Evan get Close to Anna; he won't be able pull himself out.

And Anna, this person will never let ...…...

.........

Next morning,

A nurse informed Ethan, that Anna won't be his attending doctor anymore. She has gone abroad for some major surgeries.

"Nurse Flora, I understand." Ethan spirits were down the whole day.

Evan and Jeffrey took turns and noticed his low spirits, but Ethan was well behaved so they ignored it.

............

3 Weeks later,

Ethan was half-laid on his bed and asked the nurse.

"It's almost a month now, is she planning to migrate there!!!" he was frustrated because not even a call was answered by Anna.

"Sir, actually we don't know too, her work is now handled by others because of this." Nurse was also missing Anna, she added. "We never knew about her work load till now, even 3 doctors together was not able to complete it; what more the especial patients." Dr Anna is a god.

Evan who had came heard the nurse and Ethan's conversation; its been really long. Her absence made him puzzled and scared.

The last time he saw her was in the café, she was leaving away from him by every step she took. Although he is calm and not looked like someone who could be affected because of a person disappearance; but facts proved him wrong.

Evan entered the hospital and sat on the sofa to rest.

"Brother, how about you help me know about Anna's schedule with your resources." Ethan saw his brother and requested.

Evan looked at him and said in a helpless tone. "She will be back soon, don't mess around and pack up."

Ethan was shocked by his brother's sudden words, he looked at Evan but was ignored.

"Brother, am I okay? It will need more time for recuperate. And hospital is a best place." Ethan don't want to leave hospital without meeting Anna.

"You'll be living with me, for some time at my place. Unicorn residence, it is." Evan said and went to washroom.

"Brother don't joke around; I'll take it to heart." Ethan was relieved now.

.........…..

In the evening,

All the discharge formalities are done. Ethan was hoping like a rabbit, he looked at the surroundings as if he didn't live here for years.

Evan shook his head due to his Antics.

Evan helped Ethan sit in the car with the help of Jeffrey. They then drove towards Unicorn Residence.

..........

Evan and Jeffrey took Ethan inside the lift, Ethan was surprised by such facilities around. He said. "Brother, get me a unit her too."

Evan said to him. "pay yourself then." Why should he?

"Stingy!" he made a face to him.

"Who is stingy?" A voice came from behind, the three of them turned to the voice and were shocked.

"How?" Ethan was shocked.

"When?" Evan was stunned.

"What the hell?" Jeffrey was scared to the heights.

Daniel was standing behind them, his hands held fresh groceries.

"Well, I'm there the whole time. You guys didn't notice me." He raised his brows in a indifferent manner.

"You're here with so much food, Anna is back?" Ethan was excited. Evan was unconsciously nervous for his answer too.

"Don't know!" Daniel dropped the boom.

Ethan was dispirited again but still asked. "Why have you prepared these then?" he pointed at the bags.

Daniel laughed and said. "I prepare them every week; in case she come back and found nothing at home. She will eat those unhealthy instant-noodles and will sleep."

"oh" Ethan responded.

Ting-ting-ting.

The elevator door opened, the exited it one-after another. Ethan looked towards Anna's apartment entrance and saw the door ajar.

Everyone noticed too, Daniel asked. "Is robbery possible here?"