24 Meet the .....

Yoko’s POV:

While waiting for Rafa and her mom, I took my time calling my parents to inform them that little Rafa will be coming home with me accompanied by her mom.

They were both bubbling with excitement upon hearing Rafa’s surprise visit. Mama had to end the call immediately to prepare some food for them. I told Mama not to overdo things, just simple snacks will since we just finished having our meal in the office.

Moments later, the mother and son tandem finally showed themselves up wearing identical Drew House shorts and tees, looking like a smug mafia bosses.

On Miss Aashna's left shoulder hang a large duffel bag which according to her is packed with Rafa's spare clothes, extra undies, a set of footwear, towels and toiletries, flashlight, stuffed animal, different story books, water bottle and kiddie gadgets.

On the opposite shoulder is another dangling huge duffle bag that contain a variety of snacks.

I chuckled at the dashing sight of both Miss Aashna and her son. The duo are both strikingly attractive people. Beautiful persons inside and out, much much more when you get to know them on a personal level.

When I noticed the baggage that Miss Aashna is carrying, I made a remark about the baggages that she's bringing to my parent's house.

Yoko: “Wow! Are you two going out of the country?” I laughed at her.

Anntonia: “My oh my, not too fast my wifey. Ya movin’ in with Yoko here!”

Yoko: “Whaat?”

Faye/ Aashna: “Nooooo dummy …. These are all Rafa’s essentials, tsk.”

Michelle was sitting at the corner, trying really hard to control her laughter. I swear she might just fart any moment now. Anntonia scoffed down and called Rafa to go near her, “Come here buddy,” P’Anne  patted his head, then added, “You look after your Mama alright and don’t let the bedbugs bite.” Both of the them just giggled and gave each other a high five.

When I turn to look at Miss Aashna, she was giving P’Anne some dagger looks with her arms folded on her chest.

Michelle and P’Anne walked the three of us – Me, Rafa and Miss Aashna through the elevator and sent us well wishes and safe trip blessings while grinning among themselves. They are really acting weird.

Anyway we finally made our way to the exclusive parking space particularly reserved for Miss Aashna and the ASI company. A number of luxury cars were parked in the area and we used one of the sleekest looking rides that I’ve ever seen.

According to Miss Aashna, we will use the newly purchased Range Rover Velar. From the looks of it, one could tell that it has high-quality materials, advanced technology and superior craftsmanship.

We all settled comfortably inside the car. Once we are all seated – Miss Aashna in a shotgun position beside Carlo while me and Rafa sat at the back - I smelled the familiar scent again. The Faye Malisorn kind of smell. Same as before, I never dared Miss Aashna about it, on whether she uses the same brand of perfume as her late sister.

Carlo drove us this time. P’Anne doesn’t allow neither Miss Aashna nor Rafa to travel alone, whether in a long or short distance, always accompanied by either Mario or Carlo. The latter propelled his way to our home without breaking a sweat. He drove so effortlessly and smoothly.

I face palmed myself as we were nearing the driveway of our street. My parents together with my older sister Neko were all waiting on the side street for our arrival. They had no idea that it was Miss Aashna’s car that stopped at the front of my parent’s house since they used a different car this time.

The three of them were astounded when Miss Aashna rolled her windows down and finally greet them. Neko had the funniest reaction out of the three of them since it’ll be the first time that she’ll see Miss Aashna in the flesh.

We all stepped out of the car and Rafa immediately went to hug Mama, Papa and Neko.

Rafa: “Hello grandma, grandpa and Mommy! I’m Ishaan Rafa Adani … You can call me Rafa.” he let out a cute giggle while mouthing those words.

Neko: “What an uncanny resemblance. A very handsome young man indeed.”

Rafa’s cheeks turned pinkish red upon hearing my sister’s compliment.

After a few chit chats, Mama invited the visitors – Miss Aashna, Rafa and Carlo inside the house. Upon noticing the duffle bags that Carlo and Miss Aashna were carrying, she can’t help but ask Miss Aashna.

Yoko’s Mom: “Aashna I ‘m just wondering if you’re in a hurry or happen to be in a flight a few hours from now or did you and Rafa just stopped over for a few minutes?”

Miss Aashna looked at Mama a bit confused, “No Mama, why?”

“Those are a lot of stuff that you’re carrying with you.” my Mom said pointing at the luggage that is hanging on their sholders.

Faye/ Aashna: “Oh, these are Rafa’s essential travel kits and the other bag contains some snacks for everyone.”

Yoko’s Mom: “Oh I see, you didn’t have to my child. I prepared lots of baked goodies since Yoko said that you already ate in your office.”

Rafa: “Wow, like baked cupcakes, cookies and and and …. also muffins. Do you have muffins grandma and grandpa?”

Yoko’s Mom: “Yes my little boy, do you want to help grandma decorate the toppings?”

Rafa: “Yes, yes. Mama can I?” Rafa turned to his mom and showed her his puppy doe eyes. Miss Aashna nodded at her son and both Rafa and my mom went to the kitchen.

Neko on the other hand stood near Miss Aashna and lightly tapped her shoulder.

Neko: “Can I have the duffle bag that has snacks in it please.”

Yoko: “Nekoooo!”

Faye/ Aashna: “Yeah sure.” she said and handed to Neko the bag that Carlo was carrying.

“Thanks.” Neko showed her mischievous grin and then stuck her tongue out at me while skipping happily to follow Rafa and my mom.

Papa and Carlo head off to the garden to play chess while my mom, Rafa and Neko were busy preparing the snacks in the kitchen that leaves me and Miss Aashna sitting awkwardly on the couch.

While Miss Aashna was busy playing on her phone, that’s when I had the chance to take a really good look at her. I mean really absorb her presence from head to food. She was just seated on the couch with a frowned brows while heavily concentrated on the game that she’s playing, when suddenly ….

Faye/ Aashna: “You’re parents are so nice to us. I hope that Rafa and I don’t overstep their private time.”

My mind must be elsewhere because I didn’t seem to hear what she said the first time.

I chuckled and asked her "Huh..."

Faye/ Aashna: “I said, You’re parents are so nice to us. I hope that Rafa and I don’t overstep their private time. They might have something better on their schedule and just set it aside first to accommodate us, you know.”

Yoko: “Of course not! They’ve been looking forward to this day, when they get to meet Rafa.”

Faye/ Aashna: “That little monster can be a handful you know. But he’s a great kid.”

Yoko: “He is …. he really is.”

We both gave each other a knowing smile and a few seconds later we heard Mama calling us from the kitchen, that the table is already set. So we made our way to the kitchen to join the others. I just pray to all the gods that my family will “behave” this time and not tease me to my boss. (well technically, she’s my boss because I work for their company, so how’s that….)

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A/N:

Thanks again guys for the votes and in taking your time in reading my story.

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This week has been a rough week for 9Starstudios, facing backlash on the new Interim CEO. Some fans overanalyzing things posted on SocMed regarding the "One China Policy."

Chinese fans should stop being overly dramatic about political things.

If we love them we support them and if we find another GL partners that we like more, we leave quietly.

We should know our limits and not cross the line to the point of putting  toxicity in it. 🙏🏻💖