The Traps of Black Swan

Chapter 422 - The Next Scene

While Leon was breaking down his living hall, at the other end of the city, Nikun got his sister, Shea safe and sound.

Nikun wasn't waiting in the Highland club as Shea had thought. Shawn had increased security at Highland club to make sure none of the customers will be affected by anything. Meantime Aaron's team was keeping an eye on Wade Merton's movements. 

Nikun had asked Shea to get ready only when they confirmed Wade had fallen in their trap and was waiting for Shea at the hotel instead of Highland.

Hence, they were aware from the very beginning about Wade following Shea. They weren't sure if Wade had plans to follow her till Highland or had plans to attack in between.

At least one thing was sure, Shea's life wasn't in danger, they wanted her alive to threaten the Morris family.

Nikun was in the private car with the deputy chief of police who was there to witness everything live and catch Wade Merton and his team redhanded.

When Wade entered Shea's car, Nikun's instinctive reaction was to try getting out of the car but the police stopped saying Shea was being followed by another car. Nikun's actions will put her life in more danger. 

At the same time, the deputy chief's subordinate had collected the bottle which had fingerprints of Wade Merton. As soon as the chloroform was confirmed, Nikun dialed Shea's number to check if Wade Merton really made Shea unconscious.

Anyway, they noticed the lady's wallet was thrown out of the window. It was also collected as evidence.

The private inspection was registered as kidnapping and the cops started planning to block the Maserati.

Their car had passed when the black car caught fire but they had no time to fret over it. Then at the next junction, Maserati halted at the traffic signal which was made red to stop Wade.

The cops could have asked him to get out of the car but they didn't take the chance of Wade holding Shea as a hostage.

Being careful, a cop sneaked next to the car and cued Nikun. Nikun pressed on the unlock button from the spare car key fob he had.

When Wade was momentarily bemused, the cops had taken him down. 

Nikun carried his unconscious little sister to the hotel after informing the deputy chief that they will write the complaint the next day. 

A cop had offered to drive them to the hotel considering their safety. Nikun stayed by her side so that she shouldn't panic after waking up.

The face and the name of Shea were decided to keep highly confidential in every proof. The cops also retrieved the video of a spy camera that was installed inside the car which Shea was driving. She had no idea about it.

However, they had planned to reveal Wade Merton to the media which was going to hurt Merton Industries. If it will affect Leon Harmon or not is still a question.

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At Skyarc penthouse,

Aaron didn't meet Nikun or Shea other than confirming she was fine. He straight went to the penthouse pondering about his out-of-control desire to kill Leon. It wasn't like he would have regretted ending Leon's life. Anyway, he needed Aarvi to calm down completely.

He unlocked the digital lock and entered the penthouse with his jacket on his arm. He was welcomed to a simple yet soothing 'Longing Love.' music. In the softly lighted living hall, his eyes shifted to the piano from where the music was emerging.

He hadn't taught Aarvi yet and she had mentioned she never played Piano even once. So guarded up, he carefully took steps still affected by his earlier behavior at Harmon mansion.

As soon as he saw a messy bun, he knew who it was. He took another step and saw the dainty face of Cupcake. His heart eased up at the sight of her mellowness and affection.

He saw her extremely attentive looking at the keyboard afraid of pressing the wrong key. Despite knowing he was in there and carved to look at him, she couldn't lift her head. He knew it was due to her lack of practice playing the piano. 

Walking closer, he witnessed her lips softly curl up but her focus stayed on the keyboard if not the keynotes.

Throwing his jacket on the couch, he stood behind her snaking a hand around her shoulder. He kissed the crown of her head lovingly. He watched her slender fingers dance on the white and black keys.

He didn't disturb her. He let her play sensing she was playing it for him else she would have sprung to his arms at the sight of him. 

He stood listening to the music, which had little flaws but could be overlooked. All he cared about was, her efforts for him and the music was warming his heart.

The short music note ended soon. Aarvi loosened her shoulder and threw her head back to look at Aaron. Her finger held his forearm, and asked eagerly, "How was it?" 

She was aware she would be flattered but she still tried her luck to know if Aaron was going to tell her the truth or lavish her with compliments to make her smile.

Aaron dipped his head and pressed his lips softly on her forehead, "You are a quick learner." His deep voice held admiration for her.

Aarvi doubted her question but didn't get to ask. She gasped when Aaron wrapped his arm around her waist and easily swiveled her around the stool. He embraced her resting her head on his chest and caressed her head.

Aarvi wanted to wrap her arms around him but Aaron probably didn't see Shawn was lying on the couch. So she held the sides of his shirt to tell him about Shawn

His deep, low voice sounded above her head, planting another kiss on her crown, "It was full of love."

Aarvi smiled to herself, he didn't flatter her but chose the right words to compliment her. Her hands were eager to wrap around him but she couldn't. 

Displeased for not receiving her tight hug, he tightened his arm burying her further in his chest silently indicating her to give a proper hug.

Aarvi poked his waist and turned her face toward the couch where Shawn was watching them as though there was a romance movie playing on the screen.

Aaron followed her line of sight and saw his brother laying on the couch on his stomach with a lot of anticipation. Aaron understood Shawn taught her to play the piano. 

Anyway, Aaron's gaze became sharp and the gentleness he had for Aarvi also vanished.

"Bro, you should award your girlfriend with a toe-curling kiss. Come on, don't waste time." He cheered Aaron to kiss Aarvi.

Aarvi: "..."

Aaron looked at his shameless, anticipating brother, "Leave, Shawn." Aaron bluntly asked him to get out of their penthouse.

Shawn sat up on the couch and crossed his legs showing his stubbornness, "Nope, after the next scene." He pulled their legs controlling himself from laughing at them. 

"If you guys start making out, I promise to stay as quiet as a sleeping baby, as invisible as air." He sounded resolute, hiding his mischievousness. 

Avron couple: ?