When We Were Perfect

The next day rolled in with Daniel getting ready for his work. Ozan was laying on his bed chewing on his pacifier while dangling his legs in the air. Daniel smiled at him from the mirror, knotting his tie. Today he had an important meeting with the heads of all departments as he was going to finalize the details of opening a new branch of his company in New York. He was quite excited about this, it would take him to new heights of success in the business world making his business extend to other continents. Glancing at his attire, white shirt with black tie and dark maroon two-piece he was looking dapper as usual. Satisfied with the appearance he turned to Ozan, scooping him up in his arms.

"Today Dad has some important meeting to attend, will you be a nice child and stay at home with Martha," Daniel said kissing his forehead. The seven-month-old child only gurgled in response starting at his father and pulling his tie. Martha stood by the door and knocked to get Daniel's attention.

"Master, you don't need to worry I will take care of him. He seems to be in a pleasant mood today!" Martha said glancing at Ozan who was playing with Daniel's tie.

"I know you will Martha but he throws a tantrum or cries, call me immediately!" Daniel muttered placing another kiss on his forehead and handing him to Martha but he grabbed his tie in a fist refusing to let go. Daniel smiled fondly at his son.

"I promise I will be back in the noon and then we will spend a lot of time together!" Daniel didn't wanted to leave without him but today he had more than enough things to handle. Slowly he unclasped his tie from his little hands and placed a lingering kiss on his cheeks, ozan was watching his father moving from him but Martha immediately distracted him by his stuffed elephant and toys that were placed nearby hoping that it would keep him occupied for three to four hours and it seemed to do the trick as he forget about his father for the moment, Daniel glanced at his playing self one more time before walking towards the main door, grabbing his laptop bag on the way.

The drive to the office was short and soon he was outside his building, stepping out of the car he began to walk towards the entrance but his eyes caught the sight of a nearby scene leaving him surprised. Silas was standing beside Nadia's car smiling at whatever she was saying before pecking her lips making her playfully punch his shoulder as they both walked inside the office. Did he miss something? Were Silas and Nadia together? Daniel wondered still absorbing the scene he witnessed a few seconds ago. 

Daniel didn't wanted to forgive Silas so easily and let him join the company again but in truth, he was tired of all the drama going on in his life. He had been handling his position too along with Ozan and his work and if it continued this way in the future, Daniel was sure that his brain cells will give up. He could hire any other person for Silas position but he knew he couldn't because in his mind that position belonged to him only and no matter how idiot he was, he had proved his loyalty for his position all over the years. Deep down he understood where Silas was coming from and after he explained everything in detail, he couldn't be angry with him because, in the end, he was Silas ever the one to make rash and careless decisions but one thing that melted his anger was the fact that he did that for him and for the brotherly bond they shared for years in the first place but he deserved a cold shoulder for the disappearance. At least there was still someone who revelled on old bonds instead of breaking them in an instant.

Reaching his floor, Daniel stepped out of the elevator. Silas was already there discussing something with Ashton but hearing the ping they both turned towards the elevator.

"Good morning Sir!" Ashton greeted with a formal smile while Silas grinned seeing him but then his grin turned into a scowl.

"Bro! Where is my nephew?" Silas asked looking at him.

"Morning Ashton! Prepare the boardroom for the meeting scheduled today and inform every person concerned to be there in an hour!" Daniel replied to Ashton walking past them towards his office ignoring Silas who stood there gaping.

Setting foot in his office, his eyes went to his cabin and making him miss Ozan already.

"For how long are you going to give me this cold shoulder!" Silas irritated voice from behind rang in his ears as he placed his bag on the desk and sat on his chair not glancing at him.

"We are in office Silas so try to behave professionally here!" Daniel replied sternly while simpering inside seeing him getting irritated. Time for payback.

"Oh for goodness sake! What else do you want me to do, I even begged you for forgiveness!" Silas retorted perching himself comfortably on the edge of the desk, his honey-brown eyes squinted.

"Maybe by telling me what's going on between you and Nadia!" Daniel stated taking the opportunity while leaning back on his chair with a smirk. But the way his eyes morphed into surprise and his posture faltered clearly told him that his assumptions were right.

"Wh-hat do you mean? There is nothing....."

"Remember Silas, you are not in a position to lie!" Daniel warned making him jump at his voice. He stared at him contemplating for a while before looking down.

"Find I do like her a lot but I am still confused about my feelings for her!" Silas admitted.

"You weren't looking confused giving her a peck in the parking!" Daniel commented narrowing his eyes while his eyes widen in surprise.

"You saw that!" Silas gasped making him roll his eyes.

"It isn't the answer to what I asked!" Daniel responded.