Do Not Disturb, unless you're gingeromance628

Knock! Knock!

The sudden sound made his smile disappear, turning his face back to the cold expression he always had at work. "Come in," said his deep voice. That was close, he almost let his guard down.

Dr Ivan entered the study carrying a duffle bag. “She’s doing well. It’s time for me to go.”

Seeing how it was Ivan, Ignatius eased up on the intimidating glare. Was he leaving already? It felt as if his brother had only arrived but already, he had to go. Hiding his disappointment that Ivan wouldn’t stay for dinner, Ignatius shuffled his papers and pretended to be busy.

“Ah, right. You’re going to Einstein’s lab. Is the car ready?” He asked in a nonchalant manner but Ivan knew better.

“It is,” Dr Ivan smiled. His eyes softened in understanding. He would have stayed for dinner if there wasn’t a patient waiting for him at the lab. Meeting Leona was an eyeopener and Ivan wanted to give his younger brother a nudge in the direction of happiness.