The DarkSide

With some licks and drool on the face Mason woke up. It was Oliver, sitting on top of him with one of the cutest smiles.  Saying, “Dad get up, its Sunday! We are already late. We need to hit the road ASAP. Wear your Sunday dress and take me for a long drive NOW.” It was hard for Mason to disregard these strong signs displayed by Oliver. Windows lowered, “Turn the Page by Metallica” on full volume and foot on the accelerator. In no time did the car race with the gushing winds. This was the sheer idea of happiness for Oliver. Mason was relishing this experience while the smooth roads complimented their drive. Oliver and Mason were too indulged in the moment. On their way back home, Mason paused at a super market to buy some goodies, toys and chicken pedigree for Oliver. At the back of the mind, Mason knew, he was failing to give enough time and attention to Oliver and maybe that’s why Oliver stayed low during the major part of the day. Seeing Mason walk towards the car, Oliver

It had been a few weeks since Mason and Cora moved into their new house. After a couple of stressful days and struggle, they were finally settling in the new house. Things were looking better and comfortable for them. It was a lavish apartment, which had a spacious living room, 2 bedrooms, and a lovely balcony. The couple had really made the house look exquisite and elegant. However, Oliver seemed a little unhappy in there. He wouldn’t play the way he used to. His in-house activities had gone down drastically. He started spending a major part of his day sitting near the window, gazing aimlessly at the expanse ahead of him. That way Oliver was a smart, playful and notorious boxer Mason had got for himself. The newlyweds, though, were too busy juggling work and their new home. Hence, their unintended neglect was understood. However, there was a pact that Mason and Oliver had made that Mason will take Oliver out for a drive followed by walk on the weekends.  Oliver used to wait