Mute Girl The Series : Rose Thorns

"Leave the Wilson's matter to me. I'll let you know once we find out the truth." Nick decided to carry out the plan on his own without involving his sworn brother although it wasn't his business at the first place. However, the matter involved SW Land where the underground gangs controlled every ins and outs of that region. Even the last time he rescued Noah from that secret place had stirred up the underground world.

In fact, Nick got scolded by his elders because he intruded the land without permission. But of course, he didn't tell all these to Noah as these were insignificant compared to how deep their friendship was. He would go to such a length where he was willingly to sacrifice his own life for this sworn brother. But obviously, there was always a thin wall that separated the two of them from crossing each other world.

"Alright and I've got one more thing to ask you." Noah paused.

Noticed the subtle change in Noah's expression, Nick lifted his left eyebrow and threw a confused look.

"Why didn't you ask me what had happened on the day you rescued me from that place? I believe Oscar had told you some part of it but don't you want to know whole story? Plus, how did you find me? I fell into a secret sub-cellar which meant I've accidentally hit the button which should not be found easily. In that kind of rushing situation, how did you know its exact location?" asked Noah as he peered at Nick strongly as if he tried to unwind the thoughts in Nick's mind.

Unbothered by the strong gaze, Nick let out a casual laugh and returned the stare with dazzling eyes. The sudden interrogation didn't enrage him but it took away the uneasiness that had been dangling his heart down into misery. At least, this sworn brother of him was being honest towards him, unlike himself that kept so many things from Noah's knowledge.

"So this is main reason why you're here. Is your heart start to doubt me?" As much as Nick believed in their friendship, he was afraid that Noah would begin to loose trust in him due to his own action.

"Why would I doubt someone who has vowed to die for me? Of course, I'll to entrust my life to that person but if between us got too much unexplained matters, sooner or later, there'll be someone out there gonna use it as a weapon against both of us..."

"I'll tell you everything but not today or any sooner. It would be better if you don't know about it. But you're keen to know, I'll but for now trust me like how you've trusted me fifteen years ago. Regarding your weird behaviour that day, I'll find it out very soon and if my suspicion is right, I'll make sure to repay them tenth-fold for what they did to you... Fist bump?" Nick raised his right fist and let it hung in the air, waiting for his gesture to be returned.

It felt like eternity until finally Noah gave the fist bump. His glare slowly turned gentle before it went back to his usual cold eyes. Actually Noah understood Nick's decision to keep him in the dark about certain matters however he couldn't help but to feel their gap becoming wider. What if the Nick before his eyes right now wasn't the Nick that he once knew?! Their friendship was fifteen years old hence either one of them or both might have changed without each other realising it.

"Haha... I thought the other day, you've asked me to give you some break for at least three months and now you're taking back your words? Haven't you had enough on your plate?" concerned about the heavy loads that might take a tool on Nick, Noah felt like he owed Nick too much that almost about his businesses had become Nick's as well.

"Since you know I've a lot things going on right now, better you get your a.s.s out of my place!" Nick playfully shooed his brother out of his port. Seeing Noah being emotionally attached to him gave him goosebumps. Any second Noah lingered around him in that kind of attitude would frighten him to death.

In the end, both of them laughed after realising how their conversation turned sentimental. Noah then excused himself and walked out of that place with light-hearted emotion. Finally, his heart was at peace after a good laugh. However it didn't last long. Something flashed up in his mind that dragged his mood down.

Outside the port, Noah took out his phone and dialled the most frequent contact in his list. After one ring, the line got connected.

"I know who's the mole." Noah spoke in a low voice while maintained his eyes on Nick's port building.