Chapter 2

 

 

 

” You heard it right. He is dating someone ” downheartedly she narrated whole episode whatever happened over the days and Maan’s behavioural change.

 

Maan‘s Mom spent her childhood in Gujart even being Punjabi, so naturally she called Daddi Maa as Ba instead of Maa, same habit Geet adapted “Don’t you worry Bata, Yeh Baa hai na hamari Bahu k saath. We will teach that Shona Baby such a lesson that not just Maan ,she will think twice before dating any unmarried man too.” adamant Daddi assured her, wiping her dear DIL’s tears.

 

” Pinky advised me if in any case Maan tries to marry Shona. I should file case of domestic abuse against Maan n Adultery case on Shona. U will support me na or will take ur grandson’s side ?  “ She was deeply sceptical about Daddi’s decision, after all Maan was apple of her eyes..

 

” Off course Beta, when it comes to you. I ll never let Maan hurt u. I am chair person of KE. I can disown him. Govt. Authorities can cancel his, Shona’s passports too. I ll not let escape them so easily “ Daddi’s assurance boasted  morale of her unblessed Bahu’s

 

Empty at her idea box Geet asked ” But Daddi how  ?” she drifted more closer to SD n placed her chin over Daddi’s shoulder.

 

” Geet don’t irritate me more. Sit straight “ she bounced her shoulder, it hit Geet’s chin a bit. She twisted her lips while rubbing at her skin.” Daddi ?”

 

” What Daddi listen to me first.” sternly she replied ” We have to collect solid proofs against these both. Everything what we ll do that should be too secretive. We can’t take action straight way Beta. It is matter of our both families prestige too” Daddi suggested a middle way  “ If there was something else, we might have thought about  Protest March against domestic abuse or it could be breaking news at any channel.”  matured lady advised with her years of experience  .

 

” Yeh toh hai ? It will bring down Handa Textiles’s share. My Veer Ji just took over Dad 3 years ago. He has to prove himself still.”  she was thick as a brick when came to be logical. Her married life was at stake  but she was thinking about her brother’s image.

 

” Aapko Handa Textiles ki paddi hai. What about KC? For time being if we don’t think about Maan, its matter of Dev’s future too. Just 6 months ago he stepped in family business. Its matter of our 50 years of reputation.” Geet was not enough now Daddi threw another bouncer. From Brij convo drifted toward Dev’s career instead of Maan affair.

 

” Kya Daddi usse pehne aapki izzat nahi thi kya ? ” Her stupidity  took Daddi unawares. She was only girl of Textile King Mohinder Handa, Geet was not the sharpest knife in the drawer. She was too innocent.

 

” Shut up..Khuraanas n Handas have inherited aristocracy .But we stepped in business world 50 years age with 5 years of more experience than Handa Textiles.” proudly Daddi replied.

 

” So what ? Its not a matter of 50 or 45 years but Todays. When my husband, your dearest grandson is cheating on me ?” At last their convo came to right track.

 

“Don’t worry Beta. I have a plan.We can take help from Jaanu to tackle whole case ? ” excitedly Daddi suggested, she got some idea to tackle whole situation.

 

” Jaanu !  Who ?  Jackie Shroff  Daddi ?” her logical thinking again got derailed ” Hero walla “Tu Mera Jaanu “.  But I think we should contact Tiger, Jackie’s son. Maan ki takkar ka hai. “ she clapped once, flashing a broad smile.

 

” I think Jackie’s wife ko he kehte hai k wo Shona ko handle kare ? “  furious Daddi warned her “ Keep ur mouth shut okey.”

 

” Jaanu is my friend’s Grandson. He was running security agency in Canada. But recently shifted to India. He also runs secretive detective agency  for high profile cases “ Daddi gave required enough info about Jaanu. Detailed one is of no use for Geet. 

 

” Oh , now I got it. You mean to keep watch on Maan n Shona ? “ Geet asked.

 

” Now u got it. I will ask him to personally handle this case. Even without letting my friend know. After all he is professional and we are hiring him.Even he is more trustworthy due to family ties. “ she replied decisively n Geet agreed instantly.

 

” You are right Daddi. But he is such action packed work .Why his name is Jaanu a Typical  Bollywood Mawali type ? “ scared of Daddi’s wrath she questioned hesitantly in down tone.

 

Daddi laughed at her plight. She judged Geet expression right.  ” Ha ha . His full name is Jatin Anand Uppal . His middle name Anand is of his father’s . It is too long to pronounce. Taking initials of three names JA–AN–U collectively, it makes JAANU. Even its better for Security Person like him “ she bounced her shoulders solving the mystery of JAANU’S name

 

” Thank u Daddi, agar aap mere saath na hoti to mai kya karti.” Geet hugged Daddi warmly.

 

She petted Geet’s cheek ” Off course baby. Now when Daddi is with you no need to worry. I am gonna call him.” Assuring her, Daddi picked her phone to dial JAANU. But Nakul voice interrupt their convo.

 

 

” Geet baby is ghar ko maine namak khi-laya hai. Apko dukhi nahi dekh sakta. I am with you in moments of such a grief. ” Nakul consoled her, offering his help  voluntarily. But what he said, it went over their heads.

 

” Namak Khaya toh suna hai, per Namak Khilaya ? However u were over hearing us ?  first confused of his words, she frowned as he interfered in their convo.

 

” No Daddi Maa, Just climax of  reached my ears. While I brought this juice for you “ he forward try toward Daddi  ” Per Premier to Baby ne Dinning Room main he dikha diya. When she was smashing crockery, cursing Chote saab n some other girl, I think Shona naam hai uska ” this was not much surprising for Daddi, its Geets normal affair.

 

” Nothing new ? ” trailing back over bed in sitting posture,  she replied carelessly ” But why u said ” Namak Khilaya”, kahaabat (idiom) to yeh hai k “Namak Kaya Hai “ she pressed her paining leg due to Long Walk she took everyday.

 

” After all Daddi I am cooking for both families past 16 years.Its me who add salt to food. I knew well what kinda of taste all have. What they need. Like u take less salt due to Blood Pressure. Brij Veer Ji prefer salt instead of sugar in lemonade. So then tell me. Main sahi namak khila k sabki care karta hu. Thats why u all love me. Now its my turn to help Our Geet Baby “ Daddi was in disbelieve, this family was filled with fools. She wanted to laugh aloud . But Geet’s puppy face stopped her in mid.” Thats a nice idea. Actually we need someone on which Maan’s couldn’t doubt” giving his famous expressionless smile Nakul left the room.  

 

All were together  now in this mission. Daddi dialed Jannu.

 

 

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Part 1

 

 

 

Geet placed Maan’s everyday accessories belt, watch, wallet and especially his phone,  alongside his crisped ironed formals on bed. He was in shower before getting ready for office. When his phone rang. Ring didn’t reach Maan’s ears. But Geet also noticed the name flashing on the screen. ” Shona”. Not once twice but 4 times it rang. Even Shona had sent 5 text massages to Maan. Geet didn’t replied or opened text. As once she opened, Maan would take no time to find, that someone checked his phone. Which she didn’t want. She was suspicious about Maan’s activities n changed behaviour for quite a days. 

 

A day before yesterday she planned shopping for both. But he declined for it, as he had  very important meetings lined up.But her dearest friend Pinky insisted her to go out for a chill..In the same Mall they were shopping, she discovered Maan in a Men’s wear store. She was thinking about buying some new shirts for him. But a big shock was awaiting ahead of her ? He was accompanied by an appealing girl of her age..They were totally engrossed in chit chat, while selecting some items in Trouser Section

 

 

Getting a grip over her anger, she murmured ” Mere saath shirts ki shopping nahi hoti, yahan kissi aur k saath shopping ho rahi hai “ She sniffed,it astonished her to core.

 

” He lied me about office meetings. But see here he is shopping for pants in his formals.There is always a no for me, that he can’t go in  formals at public places.” When she sensed that Maan could caught her, she hid herself behind hanging shirts.

 

“Mere pati ki pants change karvati hai, I will hang you here in shirts section ?” she was on the verge of cry, still vowed to herself. For her good luck Pinky was not here.Otherwise she might have witnessed creepy acts of Maan. She was in  McDOnalds just next to store. 

 

Geet chased them to jewellery store. Where he was also helping same girl in selecting jewellery.From little far, she estimated it was women’s jewellery. She entered store tiptoed when whole Mall was so buzy .

 

Her eyes popped out in disbelievement   ” Mangal Sutar, it means he is planning to remarry, divorcing me. Thats why along with pants, he was also looking for some traditionals in Men’s wear Store.” she  was stunned, how Maan could cheat over her.

 

But she was also Geet Handa no no Geet Maan Singh Khuraana. How could she let anyone snatch her husband so easily. She wouldn’t drop weapon in fight for her rights . She observed the girl, going toward Women’s  washroom.. Geet came to Jansi Ki Rani Avtaar “ You r planning to stole my husband. Per dekh kya haal karti hu main tera.” She picked a heavy silver vase in plan to hit that girl from behind ” Issi vase ki chot se aab tu Lady Ghajini banegi. I bought new pair of scissors, then I ll cut ur shiny long hair with that.  Atleast bald toh nahi karugi. I am not that merciless. “ mumbling she did promise to self. 

 

But at exact moment Pinky failed her plan. ” Tu pagal ho gayi hai kya? I witness everything. But have you gone mad. Didn’t you notice CCTV in each corner. You could have been captured like a thief or a Gundi/Hooligan. Ja tu jail main hoti, ja fir kissi Channal per Breaking News ban jaati CCTV Clip se. Leave it here. “ Pinky snatched the vase from her n successfully dragged her out.. Before Geet could create some scene or did some thing stupid.

 

 

” Pinky mera ghar ujhad raha hai and you are advising me to keep calm. What kind of friend u r ?”  munching chicken burger Pinky brought Geet sobbed.

 

” I don’t become judgmental straight way like u . You know who she? Or why Maan Sir lied you ? Nahi na ?” she jerked Geet’s shoulder, knocking some sense in her brain.

 

” Fir main kya karu. Dekhti rahu yeh drama ? “ taking driver’s seat she replied in despair. 

 

” Nahi re, keep a watch over Maan Sir first. Atleast for few days n gather some information. Then we can make next plan of action “ as a true friend Pinky advised occupying seat next to Geet.

 

” For few days ?” she gave quizzical look “ What if during these days Maan marries her.” a shiver ran down her spine , crying Geet leaned forward n hit forehead over steering wheel.

 

Pinky’s heart ached, feeling grief of her beloved friend ” Kyo apna sar phorh rahi hai. It ll leave scar. He ll get one more excuse to go away from you. Finding you not that beautiful.” wrapping arm around Geet shoulder, she pulled her back to sitting posture. It was hype of the stupidity, taking wings their imagination was flying in some unknown direction. 

 

It provoked Geet more. Her face was all red with anger, she raised her right eye brow ” How dare he to leave me. I didn’t  get divorce papers yet.Even after mutual consent Court gives 6 months to think twice about the petition. I will put him behind bars for abusing me. By the way my Mom n Granny are also trusties of same Women Rights organisation, in which our Daddi* is” she rubbed her nose with finger. ( Maan’s Granny)** .

 

To save a victimised wife, great friend suggested “Then charge that girl under adultery case. Dono ek saath Chakki pishe gay. By the way Maan ka work out bhi hota rahega. He will come out of Jail in same toned body. Usko maaf kar dena fir “ taking worthless advices from Pinky both drove back to their respective homes. From that day Geet was keeping eye on Maan’s every activity..

 

Coming back to present

 

As Geet sensed Maan was coming out of shower, she slipped from room instantly. But left door slight open to peep in. His phone again buzzed .He shrunk his brows. Noticing so many missed calls n texts, he was upset that how much His Shona might be worried, as per Geet’s views.

 

” How eager he is, to hear her melodies voice.” she thought. She couldn’t believe her eyes. He didn’t left phone for a while. while dressing up in hurry. Even he didn’t opt the  tie, she selected for his formals, She gifted this tie on his B’day last month.. Instead selected which was in gift box, he unwrapped very moment. 

 

 

” Ha ha Shone, I am coming darling, we will take breakfast together at ‘Hiltons’ “ he was persuading Shone, no no  angry Shona. ” How dare he, taking his darling to My favourite restaurant ? ” husband’s dishonestly filled her with utter loathing.

 

Maan denied for breakfast making excuse for some breakfast meeting with a client.In a blink of eye he rushed out of home. She smashed costly crockery over the floor.Which her Massi Sam gifted over their wedding anniversary..Specially ordered from France. Fuming she was cursing also Maan n his girlfriend loudly. Nakul n Deepak were silent spectators. They didn’t want to be victim of their Baby’s wrath

 

Actually Both Handas n Khuraanas were too close since three generations that their House Keeping Staff to Drivers kept on shuffling  their duties, from one house to other. Especially due to Maan n Geet’s bonding from childhood. Nakul had seen Maan n Geet growing up together from the age of 9 n 7 respectively. Maaneet were childhood friends, their friendship blossomed into love with time.

 

After completing his BE n MBA, Maan took over of KC.. But Geet was more interested in marrying soon instead of pursuing Her Masters. She had a childhood dream to be a loving n caring wife for Maan and  a dutiful Sanskaari Bahu.  She had strong impact of  those “House wives” who were in  Women Help Organisation run by  Handas n Khuraanas jointly 

 

Maan & Geet parents were on vacations now a days handling over their respective business to their sons Maan n Brij….Rahi baat Maan aur Geet ki Grannies ki , they too had panned a tour with other friends to Southern India..To make more reach to victim of domestic violence.  Garami bahut hai, so no rural area tour.. They selected coastal Areas Goa, Kovalam, Marari, Chennai etc etc. 

 

Again coming back to present.

 

Geet climbed up stairs toward Daddi’s room. She was on diet now a days.Hence avoid breakfast table to keep herself away from tempting food.She was busy in watching TV.

 

” Daddi Maa main Lut gayi “ typical Bechari Bahu, Geet banged in her room.

 

” Woh to aap roj lutti hai.In Home, restaurants, Malls every where. Log dusro k liye sabh luta dete hai, yeh sunna hai Per aap logon se lutt jaati hai, without any reason any alternative day”   Daddi’s didn’t take her much seriously n fixed her eyes on TV screen again. She was watching re run of Baa, Bahu aur Baby.

 

” Daddi that is part of my life. What I can do ? I am so naive “ she said innocently pouting her lips n set next to Daddi.

 

“Daddi” when Daddi didn’t pay attention, Geet shook her shoulder.

 

” Kya hai Geet, let me watch serial. U know how much me n ur granny paid to channel, for sponsoring this rerun ? We requested them so many times for Second Season with same star cast. But they denied for it. Atleast they got ready for this rerun” irritated from Geet’s daily tantrums , annoyed Daddi replied. Shedding off Geet’s hands.

 

” Koi nahi hai meri sunne ko. Apko is serial ki paddi hai , jo drama meri life main ho raha hai uska kya. Why will u take ur Bahu seriously ? When its your Pota, who  is cheating on me. He has extra marital affair. “ regretting she cried bitterly, hiding her face in hands. 

 

Daddi’s eyes were on stalks.She peered at Geet in disbelieve ” Kya, Kya Kya?” . Imagine about same Indian Dramas shocking or annoying words came thrice in surprise, n screen flashes rapidly ” How could he do that, without my knowledge “ she hugged Geet soothing her.

Chapter 73

 

After unbearable torture by Geet, her craving for Gol Gappas, where she compelled Maan to have 4, it was too spicy to have even 1.. She dragged him for tea party at corner tea stall. Then purchased new Thaila ( a bag she usually kept) from near by footpath market

 

He was burning from inside, not with her innocent demands,but due to torturous food session food with Geet, He was bearing, as he didn’t to break her heart. On the way  back home, she didn’t forget to buy Ras Malai for kids. He didn’t prefer Indian, when it came to Ras Malai, he always craved for it. Just like their Twins. Especially Aran.

 

All three brothers were going through torture of own kind. Now it was turn of Dev, kids turned him maniac roaming around,whole city as per his promise.

 

Seeing her and kids so much happy, his heart filled with overwhelming satisfaction. Daddi judged Maan’s condition from his expression, how hardly he might have tacked everything. When Geet narrated their ” adventurous” ride way back to home from hospital

 

It was getting unbearable for Daddi to suppress her laughter.. till Geet left for a change  before kids attack.

 

” Kyo Maan betay, Unth aa he gaya na Pahaad k niche.” she teased, petting his cheek.

 

He grinned foolishly, scrubbing head between hair ” Daddi..aab aap shru ho gayin “

 

” Aap bhi kya betay “ she sat on sofa, crossing one leg over other “ so business tycoon Mr. MSK has turned full time family man “

 

A satisfactory smile crept over his lips. His eyes spoke volumes, that how he was living life to fullest. Those eyes which were blank for years. Without any emotion or he had kept to hide those buried ones...” You are right Daddi..through out years I felt everyone was using me in return of my 100% commitment toward my relation. Geet made me realise, no, if not “ALL” but many of ” THOSE ALL”  need me. And she was the first one among them, even after my inhumanity.…Vicky, our most papered child is going through same agony. Just difference is that he can express it in words. I know like me, he will be back to us soon.” he squeezed his Daddi’s shoulder with assurance.

 

Suddenly the haunted Khuraana Mention from ages, echoed with kids shouts, screams n fights..breaking of things all around. They had turned whole mension upside down. Before family recached them to control… Mannya cunningly climb down the stares followed by Aran having gloomy face.

 

Maan bent down his knees opening arms to take kids in his embrace. Mannya was first so he got up taking her. Aran looked at him with teary eyes. How could a father saw his child in sudden pain.Now he had learned to read faces ” How my boy can think that I will not pick him up “  he picked his both kids in his arms.

 

 

On the verge of cry Aran nuzzled his nose on Maan’s shoulder.” What happened ? Why are you fighting “

 

 

Maan made them stand on couch. ” Okey my boy first you tell me. Why are you crying baby ? “ too sooth him Maan kissed his check , wrapping arm around his tiny waist. ” Maan Uncle, this Mad girl always says me I am liar , I am silly . But you know na I never utter lie “ he sobbed..

 

Maan’s heart ached looking at his crying child. His grip around Aran’s waist tighten.But bully sister, how could she bear, that Maan listening younger one first “ No you are not silly or liar but you are crying Baby. Tum Maan Uncle ko apni taraf karna chahte ho,ro kar. No I came first n he will listen to me first. You cheater.” She freed herself from Maan’s grip and rested hands over her waist. Typical MSK style.

 

Whole the mension were ready to witness another familiar drama. After ages just like between three brothers Where Maan was always on driving seat.

 

Daddi didn’t like the way kids were addressing own father as Uncle. She had decided to discuss this issue with Maan n Geet..But for time being she had to kept mum.

 

Dev was standing on first stair. Nakul n Deepak were at kitchen door. Fuming Geet marched toward the central area to  interfere as her own old style. But Maan signed her to stand over there.

 

” I am not taking any one’s side, first tell me the matter then I will decide ” he held their one hands each, like he was going to sort a big issue.

 

” You told us na…” before Mannya started Aran interrupted ” Let me speak first..”

 

“Aran my boy listen, there are two cases 1 of yours n 1 of hers. As per rule jo pehle aata hai uska case pehle discuss hota hai. Its applicable every where. Even I do meeting with the person who comes first. So let her speak.I ll listen your side too” Maan was master in diplomacy. Without hurting kids sentiments he took middle way.    ” Okey Mannya come to issue without creating any scene”

 

“Okey aap he ne humse kaha tha k yeh ghar hamara hai. It means everything here belong to us ” such serious she was discussing her issue. Maan nodded in yes ” No doubt sweet heart this house is yours.”

 

” I requested that Uncle to shift our stuff that room, from where pool is visible. Then why this liar saying this is not our house?  We should follow that Uncle “ first she pointed toward Deepak who had kept their bags in room other than Mannya demanded.Then pointed finger toward the rooms she was talking about.

 

” Being decent kids we should also follow what elders do. So I said we shouldn’t change room “ innocently but logically Aran interrupted .

 

” You liar keep your mouth shut “ Mannya got hyper.It scared Aran n he wrapped arms around his father’s waist..Which Maan rescropated in same way.

 

” No… you keep your mouth shut. You have forgotten manners.” sensing her girl getting out of control. Geet rushed close to kids n Maan n warned Mannya to behave decently. 

 

” Geet its our matter, let me sort it out. I ll handle if she is hyper. But  getting hyper is not good for you. You know this better. So sit down there. ” lovingly Maan held her hand n took her near to Daddi. Smilingly Daddi also signed her to sit near to her.

 

Dev’s mind was boggling, before he fell down, he preferred to sit on first stare n witness live telecast of father n daughter’s high voltage discussion.Deepak n Nakul were also free they sat on dinning hall chairs far away from the family of maniacs. But they were more curious to understand daughter’s equation with father. Who was his exact replica.

 

Back to scene

 

” You are completely right but is this the right way to behave with your brother n fight ugly, breaking things ? “ gently he cupped Mannya face in his hands. They both gazed each other for a while with deep eye contact.

 

 

She yelled jumping from one sofa to other one seater couch. ” Okey I accept I behaved wrong. But accidentally I hit against table n glass vase broke down. He again said you are doing damage in Uncle’s house. He should be aware of this is not Uncle’s, this is Mine House…Mine…To teach him a lesson I broke two more vases, one photo frame n a show piece. I can bear everything but not lie..” how much truth matters for her, everyone agreed with this side of her. But to prove her right side, she could take a wrong step too it was too scary.

 

” Baby everything is yours.Everything. It means you are damaging your own things.. Which you own..” Daddi interfered… She was seeing the same shades of Maan’s personality in 6 years old daughter. Which made A MAN OF MORALS BEAST LATER IN LIFE…She didn’t want history to be repeated.

 

” Yes Big Granny I did wrong. Mannya uske liye sorry hai. Per jo galat hai,wo galat hai..Hum bear nahi karte usko. Aur jo Mannya ka hai wo hai. If I find someone is right n not cheating me...I can share. But not with those who bash n mess with me ” She broke down at last n started to sob loud.She was hurt deep hurt. Also was aware what she did was wrong. But it was time to handle two 6 years old very delicately. When their lives gonna be upside down with Ultimate Truth that its not Vicky its Maan who was their father…

 

All left speechless. Maan n Geet were staring each other. what will they do. How will they justify them…With aching heart Maan picked her up with one arm n from other side he wrapped one arm around Aran’s neck…Rubbing his cheek to sooth him.” Yes my child, what is yours that is both of yours. Neither bear wrong nor speak lie. But there is always a way to handle things.No just fighting. Mannya when you already know Aran is your brother. He always care for you, love you..same you do..Then why you fight. If you have some issue. Solve them calmly…”

 

” I am a good boy. I never fight. I also know she loves me n me too. if I said its yours house. I mean to say, we just reached here. Until now it was yours. You know everything about here. If Big Granny gave us that room. She is elder n knows things better.” his calm logic n intelligence awed everyone.

 

” Some where you both are right n some where wrong. Mannya, extreme anger always put people in trouble Beta n sometimes damage done was to extent that can’t be repaired “ he looked one by one first at Dev, then Daddi n atleast matched his teary eyes with Geet. His family could understand the agony he was going through. ” Aran you are intelligent too n calm baby…Even don’t bear liars..But Mannya is right here. What is yours that is yours. Never let anyone cheat you, think what is right n what is wrong..with same calm nature you have.. Not being bully. So understood, Both of you are much right n little wrong too.” at last Maan tackled both carefully  and wisely. Kids are kids after some assurances n bribes they became normal. But taught a big lesson to elders. It was time to take action soon. Before things got worse. Especially they were worried about Mannya. She was too rebellious, how she was going to behave when reality revelation.

 

” Issi liye kehte hai. Abhi 6 saal k hai..apni umer se dugna hoshiar ( intelligent twice )  hai.Both are inseparable from you Maan.I daringly say they trust n love you more than Vicky n even Geet.. I can’t bear them hating my Son, who was only suffering from the age of 14…Even I never tried to understand his grief... Tell them the reality.. Before my Angle turns to be a Devil for own blood.. I don’t like how they say him Uncle not Dad “ Daddi sighed deeply. She was in tears. Maan dropped down to flour, n rested head over SD’s knees. She ruffled his hair lovingly.

 

Geet got up n set on floor near to Maan ” Maan is not an Angle but Devil“ Confusingly both looked at Geet’s face. Surprised Dev also joined them ” Geet what are you saying  are you serious.?” pushing his spects back Dev said.

 

” Yes Dev I am serious..He is just a father, only father, no other terms needed to describe the feelings related to this bond..Per ha jinka tumhara Bhai Father hai unme se ek Devil hai..so he is a Devil’s Devil Dad ” the way Geet teased it shocked all. Even Maan couldn’t resist to smile. Geet knew well how to handle Maan, when he broke down. He loved his kids unconditionally n equally. When it came to Mannya he became more possessive n alert. His mind could easily be diverted 

 

” Geet aap bhi na ”  Daddi tapped Geet’s head.

 

” Daddi Maa, You are right its time to reveal the truth. Even  I don’t like this…How they address Maan as Uncle.” Geet agreed with Daddi.

 

” Geet issme mere bachon ka to koi kasoor nahi. Wo toh wahi kahe-gay jo unko bataya gaya hai… How will you handle this all ?” Maan added.

 

” You all are worried na that they are enough intelligent than their age n it could create problem in accepting Maan as their father. But you are wrong. Same capability ll not just help us to make them accept Maan as their Dad. Yeh bhi accept kare-gay k Vicky aaega to he hamari family complete hogi” Victoriously she raised her head up.What she was upto that was going over the had of others.

 

” But Geet what you are upto ?”  confused Maan asked.

 

” I don’t think that everything is needed to disclose to you.I was unconscious when in hours you made such a huge plan to take us here…I also have brain n their mother too..Ya its other thing you know better how to tackle them with manipulation”. She jumped over him. As she was getting close, he was leaning upper body backward. Her nose turned red.

 

” Arre Geet Bro ko nahi to humko batta do..Inka band room main jaa jar bajaa lena  “ When Dev teased them, both came back to senses. Daddi was happy how comfortable these two were, like nothing happened in their past.

 

” You all leave my poor boy now..Kabhi Bibi, kabhi Bache kabhi Bhai…Ek akeli jaan kya kya kare.. Wo Super Devil Ludhiana walla wo already kaafi hai ” Daddi burst in laughter, kissing Maan’s forehead. Who smiled sheepishly   ” now you all go to your rooms. Even I am too much tired. Baaki ka telecast baad main “ saying this she left along with Dev. Nakul n Deepak had also left for pre preparation for Dinner.

 

Looking all around Maan again lifted Geet in arms n left toward their room.

 

 

Editing mistakes might be here. I correct it if any, while re reading. This was little tough scene. Otherwise I had planned continuous Meera Vicky convo. Which I already have. But like you got confused with Rohit’s long past in one go in BAABUL Update. So I broke that convo in two pasts.I was about to make this past as filler one… But it turned the plot toward another issue. How to disclose the truth to Kids. ?

 

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Chapter 72

 

Previously

” You wanna say first Diya and then Dai Maa brainwashed me. How dare you  ? “ he jerked Meera’s han , which was holding his shoulder and got up.

” Chilao mat… agar yahi ravi-ea ( attitude ) rahi na, sab kuch kho dogay. Diya n Dai Maa, kya yeh dono he sabh kuch hai tumhare liye “ her statement was so mysterious, but in his rage, he didn’t pay attention much.

” You mean, I should leave Dai Maa alone for my so called family ?That woman who gave us motherly love especially  to me. What she got in return. How insult she beard.

A sudden slap echoed in almost haunted place. Whom slapped whom. It was Vicky who had hand over his check, where Meera gave him tight slap ”

Meera’s father was very close to Khuraanas. Chief Lawyer m head of the the advisory handling whole of their matters. He took retirement around 4 yeas ago but knew every little secret of this family till that time. He was committed to keep things secret as professional. But being close family friend’s daughter Meera also knew some facts, Vicky was unaware of..

” Your so called family disowned you, still Daddi kept you whole share of Khuraana Empire, jise chod kar tum chale gaye thay. Even addition to it still was going on. Your helpless brother, how much he cried that day, hugging my Dad, he was no one to share his grief. At one side it was Daddi n other side you, Whon to choose this was question ?  So he took middle way. Daddi ka saath de kar bhi , he never left you alone.” sudden out brust startled Vicky. Why she was behaving such.

                             CHAPTER 72

 

“Oh yeh it was better to choose middle way, took  pity on us. “My Daddi”  n ” Dear Brother”. Just did the same, left no stone unturned, to make me realise, that I am their blood, at any cost they won’t accept a trustworthy servant’s daughter as DIL…Mr. Maan Singh Khuraana was the real scriptwriter for the plot Mrs. Savitri Devi Khuraana knitted ”  He was adamant  not to accept the reality. His aversion toward Maan, coming out verbally. His torments were clearly understandable.Vicky’s odd behaviour was conveying, to which extent he had been hypnotised psychically. His family’s’ all efforts were in vein to win him back 

 

“Cut it out Vicky, What the Venom you are spitting ? What you think Dai Maa is that much innocent ? Bollo !!  Ever she tried for once to convince Daddi before you n Diya got married. Instead she preferred to be with you as a witness during court  marriage. .“  Meera couldn’t take it more and gave a hard blow over his back..He lost his balance but gripped the shed poll, before he fell. Due to this sudden push, his phone slipped out of pants pocket n dropped over thick grass bed   ” You were always a bully since childhood. But My Meera had never been a such partial . Without knowing my side of story, how could you judge ? “ he gulped his words, regretting over his friends deed.

 

Very next moment, he jolted Meera harshly, seizing her shoulders“ Diya’s was not enough to blame ? That u r dragging Dai Maa to this now ?” Meera freed herself from his clutch.

 

His act steamed up Meera anger more ” Yes I will.When no one is around here, so its my duty to knock some senses in ur nonsense brain. You know Vicky..you are exact replica of Maan Bahi.. Just there was one difference, you were never be a short tempered..Today the limits has been crossed.” she looked at him disgustingly ” I think it’s just an assumption that Maan bhi loses his temper easily . But he beard a lot holding all the grief inside. Okey for the time being if I put all blame on your “so called family” she curved her fingers in air tauntingly ” Where Dev was at fault? Do you remember what you did to that poor guy ? “

 

Suddenly from where she brought Dev in between this convo. He gave confused look to her ” Dev !! “

 

” Yes Dev I you remember Daddi made a rule that her grandsons had to work as interns before being part of family business. Maan Bahi was already working since teenage days. I think Dev was in BE 3rd year when he joined as intern.” she sucked her lips mildly, trying to link up some important events of her life, a winning smile crept in her lips  ” Oh yes…yes..as My Di got married same year, so I remember. Being a Khuraana Dev never faced any financial problem.So he saved all his salary. After completing internship he bought special gifts for Daddi, Maan Bhai, Dev n u, but not for NT… Because He wanted to make his family feel special, they come first than his love ”

 

 

“So what, it was his personal thinking..” he smirked , shrugging his shoulders.

 

” He brought a gold Bracelet for you “ She laughed sarcastically  nodding her head” But you did a wonderful job, exchanging it with pair of bangles.Which you gave to Dai Maa as B’day present. Money was not a problem for you but those bank statements, which were under control of Daddi.Unko patta chal jaata na where you spent money.”

 

“Meera what is your problem, why are you digging up my past?  If I did so. What was wrong with that. He gave me gift. It was upto me, what to do with that ”  irked Vicky replied.

 

” You know Vicky I am a social worker n well aware of human behaviour. So I have a feeling you ll turn insane soon. Tumne socha kabhi k kya feeling judi thi usse Dev ki. Still tumko Dai Maa ko special feel karvana tha special gift se.” with lump in throat Meera reminded him. She felt bad to what extent he had drifted from his real identity.

 

Vicky put his head down. thinking about that, still his stubbornness suppress his guilt. Also how could dare to question him,accusing Dai Maa ” Dai Maa was as much close to me as Dev was. Or even more.” fumingly, he stared her.

 

”  You know Vicky, there is thin line between TRUST AND TO BE TRUSTED. You crossed that when you walked out of you loved one’s lives. Dai Maa knew, it could break an innocent heart( Dev), someone’s dreams…still for you she was the only one to be trusted.” Meera sighed n wiped wetness of her eyes.. Before Vicky could notice ” Daddi ko patta chal gaya tha tumhare karnaame ka. Still she said nothing. Instead unhone same type ka bracelet tumko fir se banva diya. So that k Dev ka dil bhi na tut jaaye agar usse patta chalta. Yeh Daddi k arrogant nature se bilkul opposite tha “

 

Vicky didn’t counter attack now but was mute totally.

 

” Why Daddi did so ?…Becoz for her you three were, are n ll be her whole world. She pretended to be tough in front of world. To stay strong. Untill Bhai took over.” provocated  she screamed aloud jerking him from collars.

 

Vicky looked at her blankly., stunned, he rooted spot, why she was behaving odd.Why she looked devastated..” Theek hai main maanta hu, I was wrong but my feeling towards Diya n Dai Maa meant nothing.” he regretted with aching heart, With Diya’s memories.

 

 

This convo is too heavy too handle, so I gonna keep it pending. ” Ek he baar main Meera lecture complete nahi kar sakti, nor Vicky can bear these jolts at once.” Its better go back to Delhi in next Chapter 

 

PW PROTECTED CHAPTER 73 ALSO HAS BEEN UPDATED 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Chapter 17

 

Maan didn’t find her whereabout. A little hope he had, had been vanished in jiffy. He froze where he was holding that dangler, which got ripped from Riya’s shawl, while she was struggling to get rid of his hold.

 

His phone was buzzing and vibrating continuously.After 15-20 minutes that vibration ran through his veins and blood started to circulate through his mind , bringing him back to senses

 

” Hello “ meekly he replied to Addi.

 

” Where are you damn ? Why were you not answering ?”Addi blasted.

 

” I was playing hide and seek with someone ?” sarcastically Maan laughed.

 

” Oh really ! by the way your calm baby, now she has come to real MSK Avatar, showing all your tantrums to me.I can’t handle her any more. Usko sirf Baba chahey . Come fast and then play hide and seek with her. I need you back right now ” Irked Addi passed final orders and cut the call without letting him to reply back.

 

He hold dangler straight in front of his eyes..Continuously gazed it, Like a much experienced jeweller do, while examining originality of real jewel/ornament. But for him its about how much real that girl’s existence was. There was no doubt she was Geet but Addi, he was not gonna trust him, entitling him as lunatic.

 

” Those who don’t need me,I should be at top of Geet’s priority list. BUT MY CHILD NEEDS ME, SHE IS MY ONLY PRIORITY.” He sniffed n wiped his teary eyes with hand. Maan kept that dangler in his pocket securely. Whatever happened here, Maan decided not to disclose it to Addi till tomorrow.. Maan dragged himself hopelessly  toward his car, parked at other side to where he was.

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He was standing like a statue outside ICU, resting his back against wall.He was neither any Business Tycoon nor Major stakeholder of this Trust Roshini* But any ordinary helpless father, whose daughter was getting treated in hospital.

 

(*Trust Roshni a Health Care Trust which ran Hospitals all over India, its same Roshini’s Mumbai Branch Hospital where Rohit took that insane girl dying in mid of road. Today he was here in Roshni’s Chandigarh Hospital)

 

Flashbacks of Past 6 years were roaming in his mind. Roshni’s Mumbai Hospital where he took a lifeless creature picking in his arms. She became his life. Became a reason to live for him n his wife Somya. Who had lost all hopes to be parents. Somaya couldn’t conceive after car crash, when she was pregnant n had miscarriage.

 

They never adopted any child, becoz Somya had a feeling that she couldn’t give that much love to some one else’s child. But she couldn’t resist herself to be mother of that insane girl. To whom they gave rebirth as Riya. Their lives revolved around her from that day.

 

” Rohit , Rohit “ crying , Somya hugged him tight, she reached hospital 10 minutes later Rohit took Riya here.But he wasn’t responsive…just totally numb.

 

 

Her face paled getting no reaction “Rohit, kaha tha na maine, kaha tha na..mat aayo yahan.. “ she jerked him holding his collar.

 

 

He looked at her blankly ” Somya this is January, hai na ?” his eyes reflected suspicious question.

 

Shocked Somya loosened her grip from collars n took some back step,was about to loose her balance, but held the chair arm,next to her… She never expected this from him. Its been 26 years . A storm he had buried inside him, she felt it was bewildering… over their 23 years of happy married life ” Rohit no, you can’t let shadows of the past, overpower our present. At Least for our daughter. This city just snatched but never gave back.” she filled his face in her hands n forcibly made him look in her eyes.

 

” According to law she had crossed 18 and can marry but I was not. I didn’t want to lose her. Still I wanted to marry her. “ that hidden volcanic pain was on the verge of rapture. Somya’s 24 years unconditional love, 23 years of wedding commitments, were going in vein. She was a failure.She always assumed that, she had brought back Rohit from darkness of his past. But now she perceived, the physical wounds heal up soon, but those given in love, buried deep inside heart, never heal up. Even if you try to ignore, pretend to be strong or heartless. But in reality  EVERY HEARTLESS MAN ALWAYS HAS A HEART. The fact which can’t be denied.

 

” What utter nonsense. is this. You are not a teenager, But a father of that 26 years old daughter. Who needs you, there was no one who needed you in past. YOUR CHILD NEEDS YOU AND SHE IS YOUR ONLY PRIORITY not your past” to give him reality check, she grabbed his arm n dragged in front of door. Where Riya was visible through glass panel. Lying unconscious, she was on drip n a doctor was examining her.

 

” Dekho usse. Uski fikar nahi hai tumhe,k wo fir se ateet k andhare main na chali jaaye, tum khud he apna ateet dhund rahe ho. Tumko fir se kuch ho gaya main kya karugi fir. I am a human too Rohit, I also have a limit to bear. “ sternly she reminded him.

 

She was a strong woman. It was not wrong to say more than her husband. She not just accepted a depression patient with his past. But brought him back to life. She was the one, without whom he couldn’t be Rohit Bajaj..He was inherited billionaire, but still was a big loser. She made him what he was now. She was the one, who never let herself shatter down, when she got to know that she could never be a mother. Just for him.

 

His face suddenly change the shade and  facial muscles got stiffen with sudden realisation. His fearful eyes now filled up with guilt. To think past meant to insult the unconditional love of the woman in front, n to break the promise he made to his daughter.

 

Rohit got alert. Somya gave him hanky to wipe his face.” Sorry is a very little word Somya, still forgive me .” he sniffed n rubbed his nose with finger. Not able to match eyes with her wife, to hide the grief he looked hair n their.

 

Somya set his unruly hair with his fingers ” Don’t sniff Rohit, it doesn’t suit Mr. Bajaj.” he nodded,silently demanding a trustworthy look from his wife to trust him back.

 

Riya had a ragular panic attack and they knew how to deal with it…Especially Rohit…Since last 6 years Rohit’s life was like a Merry Go Round…continuously flying India to US n vice versa. For Riya it was Ram’s family over there in US n Somya too. But when ever she had panic attack the only name came to her lips was Papa. For one or two years it was Mera Baccha. But her father had occupied the space of  conscious n subconscious mind. Same father today was drifting to past.

 

Few minutes past Dr.Kunal  came out..Until Rohit had also got a grip on himself firmly. Dr’s verdict was as usual,  Riya had panic attack. They could take her home, it was better to wait till morning.

 

” Rohit just go inside, apne aap par control karna. Hosh main aate he, usse ek pal nahi lagega tumhara chehra padne main, I am just coming “ she wispered near to his ear. Inscrutably he looked at Somya .He had left with no other option, without questioning back moved inside the room.

 

Dr.Kunal was still there standing beside them. Somya signed him to follow. ” Yes Mrs. Bajaj ?” confused Dr. said.

 

“I want to have a word with you. If you don’t mind , kya hum aapke cabin main chal sakte hai.?” politely she requested.

 

” Sure Mrs. Bajaj…please aaea “ she followed him to his cabin.

 

He offered her seat formally but she politely declined. ” You know well doctor Mr.Rohit Bajaj is major trustee of Roshini. People might have seen him personally or not but his name is enough to reveal his presence here at the moment.” Doctor stared her quizzically.What she meant after all.

 

” I, I am sorry Mrs. Bajaj but  I didn’t get what you want to say ?”

 

” These panic attacks are so normal for us that we got used how to deal with it..We don’t need doctor every time ”  Somya’s words confused him more.

 

” There is no need to worry about. If you don’t mind could you elaborate the main matter.” holding his chair headrest irked Dr. Kunal. Why she was jumbling up two different issues.

 

” Okey , to sum up , I don’t need paperwork in this case. Mr. Bajaj’s ka name be mention hoga. So I don’t want our lives messed up whether in Business world or Media. This is a minor issue but has long time impact on our social prestige and personal life.” she clarified his confusion. Actually this was for Riya. Not at any cost they could reveal her secret identity to world.

 

“But Mrs. Bajaj ? “

 

” Dr. Kunal take it as a request or an order. It is up to you. Neither any paperwork I want nor you can reveal this incident. I think till now no one among staff is aware of our identity. Except you, as you have personally met him during trust meetings. I can’t wait for morning. Its better to get discharge as soon as possible. “ giving her final verdict she left.She knew doctor had left with no other option, than to follow her command.

 

But she didn’t sense someone’s presence outside room. Who was listening their convo..That man hid himself behind pillar and waited for her to leave. As she marched out of  cabin to corridor, the same man chased her.

 

When Somya reached outside Riya’s room, she saw Rohit pacing restlessly outside. Resting a hand over waist. He knew if his wife ordered him before leaving, it was for some important reason. So was getting impatient to find out.

 

Fuming Somya rushed ” What are you doing here. I told you to be inside.” she held his arm n turned him to face her.

 

” Kyo, only you hold copy rite to be ghost. Order de kar  gyab ho gayi as always, Aab yahan khade rahne se bhi tumko problem hai.”. With his familiar messing tone and  stupid logics, she took a deep breath she got her Rohit back.

 

” Rohit I am warning you, keep your illogical complaints in your pocket. Dr. Kunal aate he hongay n we are leaving for home ASAP ” enraged Somya replied undertone.

 

” But Somya so suddenly ?”

 

” Shut your mouth up.” she pointed finger toward him.As she moved finger toward his face, he was leaning back his upper body, scared of her wrath.

 

They were messing up in whispers. But someone’s voice altered them. Rohit’s back was facing that person. But  Somya was face to face.

 

 

” Goldie ”  a familiar voice was calling someone from behind with unknown name, interrupted them. How eager, he was to reach this couple, his sharp foot steps were echoing in silent corridor.

 

 

“Roni” Rohit murmured….“Ronak” said  Somya’s, both took names all together

 

 

Rohit didn’t need to look back, he knew who was behind. He was Roni alias Ronak , Rohit n Ram’s* bestie. Three were popular as Triple R during their student days.

 

( To clear the confusion Ram was Somya’s brother in law married to her elder sister Piya and Rohit’s maternal cousin….Ram n Piya were also Riya/Geet’s guardians when she was in US..Being relatives Ram n Rohit never parted but they didn’t know Roni’s whereabout since 25 years and didn’t want to search even… Goldie was Rohit’s name for his dear ones when he was youngster. With time he emerged out as Great Rohit Bajaj.)

 

Back to scene

 

His teary eyes were glittering with joy n red with grief. Rohit had rooted to spot. Totally stunned n blank at mind. Where Somya’s heart was sinking due to unknown fear.When Roni hugged his from behind intensely  like he got any prized possession.

 

 

” Dekhega bhi nahi meri taraf. Is ek lamhe main, 26 saal ki duri bhi kuch nahi lag rahi.” Roni’s tears soaked Rohit’s shirt. How much this lost friend was missing his Goldie.

 

 

In blink of eye Rohit turned around and hugged Roni tightly, they were crying like babies clinging each other, forgetting where they were..How bitter their relation was.

 

 

” You were not wrong Goldie you were not”  Roni gave him clean chit for some episode of past. Somya turned pale. Just half hour ago, Rohit was in flash backs of past. But what about personified past in front of them ? They couldn’t deny it.

 

” Don’t talk about that Ronak. don’t dare even. I can’t let him to drift in same darkness.” Somya confronted Ronak. jerking Rohit’s arm from Ronak’s grip n parted them.

 

” You know me Mrs. Bajaj. I I actually heard your convo in Kunal’s cabin from where I discovered that Goldie is here. So I followed you.” amazed Ronak asked n explained how he reached them.

 

” I know each n every episode of Rohit life well n every person related . But you don’t know about that past afterwards, of which you are not a part.It took me 24 years to transform that shattered Goldie to this Rohit Bajaj”  aggressive Somya revealed.” By the way over hearing someone, doesn’t suit a gentleman” she taunted him pointing toward some past.

 

” I know it is wrong thing. Actually Dr. Kunal is my cousin. I left my phone in his car, when we were coming from a Lohri Function. He is on night duty, so I came to collect here. As being a businessman, I can’t miss important calls.” he gave justification for overhearing the convo n reason to chase her  ” I just heard that Rohit Bajaj is here n you were asking for some discharge papers. I got worried for Goldie n this was the only chance to meet him.” his true concern was clear in his shivering voice.

 

” Thanx for the concern Ronak, hume hamare haal per chod do. Rohit theek hai. I don’t want someone to peep in our personal space.” She joint her both hands front of him. Ronak didn’t expect such a rude behaviour from Rohit’s wife. She was replying on Rohit’s behalf, who was standing like a silent spectator. She dragged Rohit at back of her, confronting Ronak ” Please don’t create any scene. When I don’t let anyone find out our presence here.”

 

” No , I ll not, getting back Goldie means I ll get Ram too.” adamant Roni fixed his feet on floor..When Rohit find out things were going out of control. He tried to calm Somya. Holding her behind from shoulders .She was no way ready to listen.“ Relax Somya. During these 24 years, we also lived another life of 6 years . For people its 24 years but for us its 30 years of togetherness ” he said softly near to her ear. Reminding her how 6 years of togetherness with Riya strengthen their relation to extreme. ” We can face any storm all together n overcome like always. Tum mujhe sabhal logi aur main hamari beti ko. Agar kabhi rasta bhatak bhi gaya tum hath pakad kar mujhe raste per le aana.” He turned her around and both passionately hugged each others. Rohit wiped Somya’s tears.. What they were talking about, all went over Roni’s head.

 

 Roni was feeling alienated. Rohit looked at his confused friend ” Roni for the time being, its better if you leave, but I ll meet you if you want. “

 

” If I want? It means you are not interested ? ” he mocked smiling.

 

” Yes. It was you who abandoned me.Rah main he haath chod diya mera..Ram was there only for me. Not because he was my brother but as trustworthy friend.. You after 26 years you come here to tell this “enraged Rohit held him from shoulders , shock him vigorously.

 

Situation was getting worse. Somya’s effort to part them was in vein, infront of two well built men.” Rohit chodo usse.  “ She slapped him tight.But Rohit was no way to listen to her ” Somya don’t you worry, I ll not let my past overcast my innocent present. “

 

 

” You were not wrong Goldie I am sorry ” unaffected to humiliation Ronak said.

 

” It doesn’t matter any more to me, anyways I ll ring you give me your number and leave.” unaffectedly Rohit replied. Ronak knew how much Rohit was annoyed, he ll definitely meet him.. Both exchanged their business cards. 

 

Rohit looked at Somya , who was standing lifeless. A name Somya scared off, pulled the rug under her feet.He filled her in strong hold of his arms.

 

” But Rohit,  Mandy was innocent, it was both of yours relations, loved ones who cheated on you “  Roni repeated 

 

” Its Somya not Mandy “ scornfully Rohit replied kissing his wife’s forehead.

 

” Pa…Pa…Papa, Papa “ Riya screamed as usual, coming back to senses, she got scared finding no one around. 

 

Forgetting everything couple ran inside, banging door at Roni’s face… to sooth and assure their scared girl, that she was secure not alone.

 

” Papa…it means..Rohit’s daughter… ” Roni mumbled 

 

 

 

Mystery continuos… I am sure its not boring… I ll not drag it ll take one and half update I think to merge Rohit n Maan’s adventurous lives n their wicked plans 

 

 

May me editing mistakes.. I ll try to find it out as I reread it numerous times.Comment and get next. I need sincere readers, praise , criticise no matter with open heart.

 

 

Sonia

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Chapter 16

 

 

Instead of the parking lot , he put the breaks close to deserted exit of park.He didn’t want to be caught.Maan get out of car and with heavy steps walked toward the place where a story started 7 years ago with a ” Dark Plot “ on a Dark Plot. He wished to rewrite it, in  verse ( poetry) of love; wished Geet one day will sung it . He desired to her her, that he was never been a bad writer.

 

Maan slipped his cold hands inside coat’s side pockets ” Sometimes I think I am living with a hopeless hope.” he smirked , ironically on his destiny, how it was playing its parts since 7 years

 

He walked over fallen leaves on cement blocks, but drenched in winter frost . They didn’t make any crunching sound, when walked over, along the iron fence. With lack of light, this area appeared to be haunted place.

 

Dark fence vein was impacting like a Cobra Kingdom, he was about to enter..He dropped down over old wooden bench, which couldn’t balance itself  with broken legs. It resisted to take the weight of well built man, with cracking noise. ” Kuch bhi toh nahi badla yahan toh” Maan put cursory glance around, took a deep breath. Like his eyes were searching something unknown. He placed his elbows over knees n sloped downward upper part of him. Hid his face in his hands.

 

” Don’t fear of  this Cobra Kingdom anymore, when Dragons r with u ?” few of  delicate Snapdragon tugged his pants, and numerous of  bunches were standing attentively in lanes, along side the fence

 

An unknown restlessness was over powering his mind.. Harshly Maan trailed his fingers through his hair. He clinched the bench arm tightly ” Kya..kya.. ho raha hai mujhe ?”   he kept on mumbling these words, increasing his restlessness with each passing moment.Shaking upper body back n forth, he was tapping a foot over solid path.

 

Around half past seven Rohit’s car entered Park’s Parking lot. As he put the breaks, their upper bodies mildly jerked back against car seats.Riya came out of her thoughts. “Pa we have reached ?” she inspected the whole area, from inside the car.

 

” Yes we have reached, but you were somewhere else.” they shared NO BLOOD RELATIONS, but this bonding of hearts, was such intense that Rohit could read his daughter’s mind, without being noticed, even could overpower it easily.

 

She gazed him in despair . Every tear in her eyes always ripped apart, this father’s weak heart. Why he always felt she only belonged to him, a part of him ?  When he started from home, he was firm to stay strong in front of his shattered girl.

 

But he didn’t know how to pretend actually? Her innocent eyes, regretted again that why Babaji wasn’t giving, her share of happiness. ? From front glass of car, she looked upwards to clear winter sky, which was rare in this part of country. Rohit’s eyes followed her’s.

 

” Babaji se shikayat kar rahi ho ?  Meri he hogi, Maa Beti hamesa Babaji se idea mangti hai, that how to torture poor Rohit Bajaj ? he chuckled n wrapping his arm around shoulders, pulled her close to him .

 

” Yes I am complaining and will always. Why he kept me apart from you, for 19 years. I would never have been thrown like a rubbish in bin 7 years ago. Agar main apke pass hoti “ she sobbed  hiding her face in his chest.

 

” Kai baar jo hota hai wo dikhta nahi..aur aur  “ he couldn’t complete. Rohit sniffed.  Not be caught with wetness in eyes, he looked away from his side of window glass. She sensed her father’s changed mood.

 

” Why you are saying so, maine apko udaas kar diya ? Bollo na.” she panicked. With her soft hand over this tough man’s check, she compelled him to look at her. She got anxious to be reason of her father’s sadness.

 

They stared each other for quite, with boarding sadness, without uttering any word ” No you could never “ he nodded in denial, ” You could never be.But its better to leave of some unsolved puzzles as such” from those grim expressions written all over his face, she could read that something was bothering him.

 

Obediently he left the topic in mid ” As you say. Ok I am getting off now. You go back. I willn’t switch off my phone and….and will not stress myself. I promise.” she repeated her father’s terms condition, which he put in front of her,before coming here.

 

He crept over his lips again, on her cute attic. From back seat, he picked coat n stoll, his wife gave. ” Lo isse pehno pehle. If you ll catch cold, your Mom will keep me out of of home.” He put both things over her lap.

 

” Its hard to believe that Mr. Rohit Bajaj is a scared Rabbit in front of his wife.” she teased

 

 

” Since she came to my life , but was not  25 years ago, during my college days here.” inattentive of his own selected words, unenthusiastic Rohit replied.

 

 

” You did your college from here. But Grand Pa settled business in US . Even You also did your Masters from there. Then why you did your college from here ? “ Something  was mysterious, thats why Rohit was behaving differently. Which he never disclosed.

 

 

He had been caught, yes he was. In seven years of their bonding, she never dug his past, neither needed to know. Just heard tales of their 24 years together’s from Somya.

 

What to say now. He had nothing to say ” I was in 1 years of Hotel management. He wanted to take me along but I denied ” he acted to be normal  ” Actually I was always  rebellious, as he felt: Also I didn’t want to leave my friends. I blackmailed Mom. Then Dad got ready on one condition that I would have to join him after completing the degree.” sarcastically he smiled, thinking about his Dad, who always upheld his destiny.

 

 

” Rebellious no doubt hongya aap. How stubborn you  are, who better knows than me. Only this  stubbornness brought me out of darkness, which was scattered here same nite years ago.” she brought down the auto side panel, chilly winter waves shivered them physically, but hit them back to reality.

 

” Its already 8, You can stay here just for two hours. Discover you new reality in this darkness of the past. I will not allow you afterwards ”  he came out of his car n opened the her side of door  

 

 

“I broke my promise after 25 years , neither to return nor to look back, Just for you I had to be here. But for me there is no place to go, where I can discover myself ? ” remorsefully he questioned himself .

 

 

She get out of car, hugged him tightly. He brushed her hair n gave a peck on forehead. Both father daughter took their respective directions,totally opposite

 

There was a old fountain,already in ruins. Since ages not a single droplet  came out of it. Instead of showers of water , this stone structure witnessed that brutality Brij showered on Geet . When Maan turned to livingstone and Geet’s lost her identity, even senses 

 

But ironically stone structure could never give statement in favour of Maan, that like her he was also a victim, that how his dear ones back stabbed him.

 

Hundreds of Snapdragons dragged forcibly him to this place.He collapsed over the tilling around fountain n from there grass bed started. Trailing up his hand along the knee length wall, he gripped edge of top, n hit the forehead against it. ” Why you always drag me to here, this very nite year after year.What I get in return, immense pain n  shading hopes always “ he cried his heart out loudly .” Kya bigada tha maine kissi ka ? Koi nahi bataata” aftermath continuous murmuring was making no sense.He had lost his conscious.

 

Later he shifter to sitting posture, resting back against wall. He spread his legs, half over the tiles n lower part was on wet grass. Maan was acting nothing less than a drunk person. Unaffected to freezing weather, he was continuously tapping ice cold floor  ” You gave me half world, where is other half, bollo ? he regretted to Babaji looking upwards to clear sky. ” Since childhood you always did so.” his feeble complaining voice, some where was reaching the almighty now.

 

” You know na I am a loser. But don’t think that I have lost huh..” innocently he said, conversing with Babaji. His over flooded eyes had blurred his vision ” I am accepting your challenge again huh. I ll come here again like as I alwayz do, to question you. okey..okey ..?” still his gaze was fixed to the sky he sobbed like baby. He wiped his tears with back of his hands, those were unstoppable.

 

After his body n mind’s denial for more energy , he folded his legs, knees pointing upwards n wrapping arms around his body, bundled up his own self. In drowsiness he was hearing echoing silence.

 

But she upheld her courage, gathering  energy to face her past. Wet grass had loosen the soil at roots, she carefully fixed her first foot,to cover the distance till fountain. Just to opposite side, where Maan was sitting like a statue.

 

 

” Why I am here, ll it drift me to more darkness or bring back to new lite ? “ she questioned herself  ” But just for me, my father covered a long journey. “ Nothing was changed, except class of flowers. wide top of fountain boundary wall just at meters distance grabbed her attention. On which she was sitting that nite, when Brij brought her here n was waiting for Maan. On that nite Maan also took this same path, but today opposite to this side he was sitting numb, hidden from this world.

 

 

Her mind was recreating every scene like a movie in front of her. She dropped down to her knees, bending her head. She had been paralyzed. But memories of past were flashing inside her mind. How always she was cursed, being ill omen. After her birth his family lost all the fortunes. Her father had paralyzed and Brij ‘s wife delivered 2 girlz, instead of a son.

 

 

“My bag was there on that bench, I remember “ she mumbled, staring at the bence near to fence. Streaks of tears coming out of her eyes.” This little isolated part of vast ground changed my life ever, taking away my real identity. “

 

 

She got up , her subconscious was dragging her toward that corner in front, without her will. Her alluring emotions were clearing even a bit of fog from past. Surprisingly this clear nite was turning foggy ” Chachu..no no that beast abandoned me like any useless cattle “ ever passing second was provcating her hatred toward “Her family”

 

 

USE ME, these two words were written over bin, placed in a corner of park boundary wall ” Wording is same, just bin is of plastic instead of metal. My forehead hit against same bin that nite; when that beast threw me over ground, n some rubbish fell over me also “ sarcastic smile crept over her lips “ All happened in front of Mr. Maan Singh Khuraana, next decision maker of my destiny “ she returned back n collapsed again over the tilling next to fountain boundary, where her culprit was also present, to other side of same structure.   

 

She pressed her cheek against wall, n opened her arms wide, trailing hands over chilled marble. She was conversing with herself, uttering not a single word  ” What happened between me and him that was mutual, in lost senses. I commited a sin according to so called society norms. But why being a girl  everyone punished me by society n You My Babaji.My family dumped me , was that not enough, Then I also lost my senses and snatched my baby, Who was reason of my destruction as people think but for me was the only reason to live “ she sobbed regretting to almighty. Instead of hanky she wiped tears with her shawl. Which her mother bought from New York. It was wide enough to drape around body. But was folded  like muffler. Its been one hour both didn’t move for a bit from their respective seats.

 

In the silence, her sobs and sweet fragrance reached him. He was getting restless with someone presence around him.  ” Geet, tum sach main yahan ho”. Sitting in same posture for long, his body had gone stiff. He efforted a lot to get up, with support of wall. 

 

She had a same feel , like some one called her, with the identity she was born.She feel dizzy. Scared girl also struggled alot while getting up. It was now foggy and no light in this side ( thanks to electricity dept., work was going on flood lights, in the park ). From the dim light coming from road side lamp posts; anyone could estimate some person’s structure but couldn’t recognise from face, at few meters distance..

 

She felt it better to ring her father, so that he could pick her up.But she was unaware that her father didn’t leave her alone, and was waiting for her in car. ” No not again. I can’t lose my senses like that nite. If I want to get rid of those shadows of past, I have to move on” she motivated herself , she had to make a final decision, had to means had to, no space for word “will try “.  This was the time to follow new story, which her father was gonna rewrite in new version.Which was left incomplete here at this place 7 years ago.

 

Still it was tough to start a new very next moment.  She was scared in this haunted place. After all she was a human. She wanna run away, but was not familiar  with the place, hence didn’t know, where was the exit. When she came, she was not aware that something like this could happen.As per plan, she had to ring Rohit and wait here until he came . Palpitating girl couldn’t make call with trembling hands.

 

” Geet..Geet..” Maan chased her, as she eloped from there, searching exit. In his failed attempt to stop her, a piece of dangler attached to one corner of stole came to his hand.  When jerked her stole without looking back at him.

 

It was unbelievable for him. He was stunned. Geet escaped successfully, before Maan could think next  He was familiar to this area, and maniacally hunted whole park in search of Geet. Searched her on every side of main road..He didn’t think that she could be in parking area.

 

She was so scared that couldn’t swipe Rohit’s name on mobile screen. Who was sitting in the car, but was keeping eye on every activity around. It was already getting late and he decided to take his daughter back without talking over phone. He was still in his thoughts when saw Riya breathlessly running, horrified, sweating in this cold. In jiffy he rushed toward her. She was about to collapse over floor but he picked her up in his strong arms ” Pa, Pa wo yahan hai..Maine usse dekha ” she mumbled in half conscious state.

 

” Don’t know what happened here, but first I should take her to hospital. Everything come afterwards”  He laid her down over back seat, his mind had gone blank but he drove toward the Roshini, one among the chain of hospitals, in which he was trustee. In Roshini Trust Mumbai Hospital years ago he took her very first time. Picking her in his arms, screaming, drenched in her blood.  When she flew from Bangalore rehab to   Mumbai in her lost senses, sitting in a goods train.

 

Rohit made call to Somya and asked to reach there as soon as possible. Some where he was cursing himself. Whether his decision was right to bring Riya here. Or destiny had set stage for a new play.

 

 

May be editing mistakes. Leave it. Read , like and comment.As big mysteries from history is gonna unfold.

 

 

Sonia

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Chapter 21

 

With those trembling legs she came close to Dadd. She patiently waited, without being attention seeker. When they didn’t notice her, Geet gave a mild tap on Daddi’s shoulder. 

 

This sudden patter brought Daddi out of trance. It was an utter shock , when SD looked upward.. She was the same girl, who was shuddering mere with her presence. Then what brought her here? But SD discovered the same fear, anxiety in Geet.No doubts poor girl  efforted much to face her.

 

” Youuuu ? “ wide eyed SD, stressed on a word, bringing out all her bewilderment. In a blink of eye Dev turned around.Seeing her here, he jumped out of his skin.As she was reason behind his physical and psychological pain as well.. A vital part of mystery, yet to be solved.

 

 

” Tum ?“ Dev emphasised on same word as Daddi. “ Wo are you damn’ ?” Dev went more ballistic.He was like a Volcano on the verge to erupt.In failed attempt to get a grip on himself , very next moment he was in front of her. 

 

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Her self confidence dropped down rapidly. For how long a simple girl could take it, Which she gathered after much introspection.She couldn’t let Maan’s trust in her down. Geet took steps backward and collided against wall.There was no escape to run away from their clutch..At one side it was Daddi’s and the other way Dev had blocked.

 

 

Overshadowing his calm nature, Dev lost his temper.He gripped her upper arm n jerked her wildly .” You are the same girl, huh; from same hospital were my Bro was admitted? You were chasing us, until I took my Brother with me. Haina!! If I didn’t forget, then how could you ? You knew I had recognised you; thats why you ran away from Temple, finding me there. Bollo ? “ he was jolting her frequently while interrogating.” You are the reason behind what ever we are going through.Who the hell are you ? Spit it out  ? “

 

 

She was shivering, even had lost her left over will power.Dev turned out to be lunatic, didn’t care, that he was standing in mid of hospital corridor.Continuous steak of tears were coming out of Geet’s over flooded eyes ; while her failed attempts to free herself.

 

 

Daddi gave a hard blow on Dev’s cheek, to free Geet from his hold “ How dare you to behave such beastly with a woman?  How could my Grand Son stope such low ? You are sick, just look at her condition ?”  She yelled, giving a stern look. He had forgotten all moral values which he inherited in blood and was in Daddi’s up bringing. Especially how to behave with women. Her heart ached looking at terrified girl. He slipped from there, but didn’t vanish away completely ; now was standing little far, beside a pillar.

 

Geet’s grip over pen n pad in her hand lossened and things fell on floor.In a jiffy she hid herself behind Daddi. Holding her Pallu.” Maan..Maan “ she continuously mumbled ” Ammu.”she tightly held Daddi’s hand.

 

 

” Ammu “ same name again echoed in Daddi’s ears. She had stock up zillions of questions to be answered by Geet. Ignoring everything, it was more important to assure terrified girl that she was safe?

 

 

” Geet, Geet Betay, look at me dear. Aapko darrne ki jaroorat nahi. Untill I am here, no one could dare to harm you “ She looked at Dev disgustingly, taking Geet lovingly in a warm hug.Scared girl cuddled up against Daddi, resting chin over her shoulder.

 

 

” Wo wo..mujhe mujhe ” she fumbled. Still scared Dev, who was standing far away.   Daddi understood her broken sentence.She signed Dev to leave the place immediately. But he didn’t want.

 

 

Dev was about to leave but stopped, seeing Kunal dashing into corridor, it shed away all the fears of petrified girl. A girl who stood strong for years, today she was feeling totally helpless..Kunal’s man who was keeping eye all developments, without coming into frame.He informed him about the Drama, which was going on.

 

She felt herself again alive. Shen convinced herself, if Kunal was there, no one could dare to put her little nest on fire again.She gathered the little energy left in her to reach Kunal. She felt giddy, before she collapsed Kunal took her in his embrace tightly “Bhai, Bhai wo wo.” She mumbled.

 

She hid her face in Kunal’s chest..What she was blabbering it made no sense..He assured her with soothing words, kissed her forehead that she was safe not alone.She looked back at Daddi. Still she didn’t realize that she had got her voice back.. She wanted to tell that Daddi was not that bad. It was Dev behind all.

 

” I warned  you both to stay away.Look at her condition. An orphan, uneducated poor girl ,who couldn’t speak ; Even then fought against whole world bravely alone.Now she is searching for a  little space to hid”  Kunal blew a fuse, when he saw Dev’s face turning red. Now Daddi felt guilty.It was Geet who took initiative. But Dev’s brutal act, blocked that little ray of hope, to being recognised as DIL in Khuraana Clan.

 

 

Geet’s heart beats came to normal now. A sudden thought of Maan n Ammu struck in her mind. After experiencing Dev’s torture, she panicked more. She couldn’t think to loose Maan again, Ammu’s safety scared her as well.

 

She raised her head n looked at Kunal. Clutched his shoulder tight, which diverted his attention. His eyes was spitting fire toward Dev.She held her Mangal Sutra and then put hand over her belly..Asking about Maan n Ammu. Her gesture confused  Daddi more, Dev as well .What Geet wanted to convay ? 

 

In this chain of events, Her MS didn’t get  Daddi and Dev attention till now . Stunned both rooted to spot, in fraction of seconds they judged, whose MS she was wearing. How was this possible ? They were caught unaware.

 

Geet cried her heart out repeating her actions. Kunal filled her face in hands ” Dono theek hai. Don’t worry no one dare to snatch your life from you this time..When you have this brother on your side.“ With lump in throat he assured, his eyes gone wet..

 

Doctor Rajni marked her entry.A nurse informed her about the scene going on, in the middle corridor. ” Excuse me, excuse me “ she diverted everyone attention toward herself ” You all seem civilised people, still are breaking hospital’s rules and regulations. Here are so many patients in delicate condition, you are disturbing them “ Keeping calm she reminded them.

 

” I am so sorry doctor.We were just leaving “ Kunal took initiative and apologised on everyone’s behalf.

 

” That will be much better, if you sort out your personal issues some where else, So don’t block the way, without further delay please leave “ she shrunk her brows n wanted to act strictly, but her profession didn’t allow her to loose patience. Very next moment she left the place..

 

It was better not to be in any clash more.Otherwise situation would turn more worse; could lead Geet toward more mental stress. Kunal supported Geet from shoulders and turned to leave toward her room, where she was admitted.

 

” Kunal” already disappointed Daddi back called him. 

 

” Mrs. Khuraana I politely request, don’t create more scene here.Everything has already been muddled up? “ He said softly without paying much attention to SD.

 

” Kunal please let me have a word with Geet.  I think she also want so ?” she took fast steps to chase Kunal. At last she stopped him holding his arm.He couldn’t behave that inhumanly with elderly lady, like Dev.

 

” Please don’t judge my patience Mrs Khuraana. Yes she efforted, but what she got in return. Still else is left ?” sarcastically Kunal replied in hushed tone , keeping Doctor’s words in mind. Geet’s grip around Kunal’s tightened more. Yes she took initiative as per Maan’s will. But Dev shattered her totally.

 

Ignoring Daddi, Kunal again walked toward room.But sudden appearance of Maan startled everyone.

 

” Tum ? “ infuriated due to Maan’s absence Kunal glared him. When Geet needed him much. He was no where around ” Where were you ? You asked me to leave , when I brought Geet to hospital. Then how could you leave her alone to bear your so called family’s torture. See, she her, no life left in her. How much more she will have to bear ?” the brooding fear in Geet petrified Maan. How could he put conditions in front of Geet to prove her trust ?

 

Maan cradled Geet in the cage of his protective. Unblinked she looked in his eyes She expected answers for her insecurities, his trust in her, what stand he was gonna take now. Supporting back of her head, hid her face in his chest.  Her sobs turned to hiccup .

 

” I was very much here Kunal. Dekh raha tha k mera bhai kitna girr sakta hai ?“ In a fit of rage Maan looked at Dev sullenly ” We couldn’t discuss anything here, its much better to be in cabin no 12. On my request Dr. Rajni permitted, while leaving from here“

 

“Still you kept mum. How could you Maan, how could you let Dev behave beastly with her ?” annoyed Kunal questioned.

 

 It was unbearable now for Geet to walk or stood more with sore feet. Without caring anyone, Maan picked her up in his arms. Nothing better than this, sooth her rapidly pacing heart. He smiled nodding his head, assuring her that her their future is bright and this relation will shine, as per his promise. Daddi peered at them in astonishment. But left with no other option to follow Maan.

 

It irked Dev to extreme and he chased maintaining a distance.

 

Reaching inside cabin, Maan settled Geet comfortably on chair first. Kunal was behind him and Daddi stopped at the door. Holding Daddi’s hand Maan brought her in.During this he had sensed Dev’s presence outside. But he didn’t react.He didn’t shut the door.  He had something to say and that must be audible to Dev.

 

To avoid awkwardness between Geet and Daddi, Maan asked Daddi to take seat on couch at other side 

 

” You know Kunal when I left Geet alone in room. I took a promise from her that if she has trust in him, she will not follow me due to her insecurities. “ confused Kunal looked at him weirdly

 

Maan continued, stocking Geet’s hair side be side, standing beside her chair ” I rushed out and set on a bench in park. But after self examination I realised my mistake. It was not Geet, its me who is more insecure. “ his eyes gone wet because to prove her trust in him , she  took this step, to meet his family  “Why I thought that Geet’s trust on me was shaking. Bond should be unconditional away from being judgemental. I should make her believe in me, as per my promise . Instead of doing that, I asked her prove her trust on me.”

 

Kunal steamed up now. If Maan had realised his mistake and he come back then why he was acted like mute spectator , let his sibling humiliate his wife ” But you didn’t answer my question, why you remained mute, when she was getting tortured ? “

 

 

Gripping  Maan’s arm tightly , Geet rested her forehead over it. While being in conversation, they both had eye to eye contact .

 

Admiring  his love , he said  calmly ” She doesn’t need any certificate that how brave she is. She had beard over the limit , no no I must say broken limits of miseries. Just wanted to confirm my brother’s bravery. “ then grinded his teeth, looking out.

 

” So you let them insult her. What kind of man are u ? “ Kunal  was displeased with his act.

 

Daddi ‘s guilt was overpowering , she looked here and there . Whatever might be the reason, Dev or even her had no right to behave so rudely. Maan was answerable. When she knew how much Geet was scared off Dev, how she ran maniacally from Temple.  Here was no need to bang in her hospital room to scare her more.

 

” Hum bahut sharminda ( ashamed ) hai. Hume nahi pata tha k Dev itna pagalpan kar sakte hai. I am really sorry on his behalf “ she wanted to put covers on Dev’s act. With lump in throat , Daddi said regretfully , bending her head down.

 

Maan gazed her for a while n went close to SD ” Daddi you have a strong sense of judging people, so aab takk to samjh he gayi hongi k Geet meri Bibi hai..I don’t know how will you react after knowing whole truth , but I am thankful that you showed little humanity toward her.” words are coming out hardly on his lips. This was crucial time , to reveal every thing to Daddi n to bear final consequences

 

Perplexed Daddi gazed Maan n Geet turn by turn. Was she the same girl ? Maan didn’t knew anything about her till last week. Suddenly she came from some where and Maan married her.

 

Was she befooling him ?  Dev might be right, as he knew little about her, she had a fear of getting exposed, thats why she ran away from Temple ” Yes I found out. But how could you be so sure, that she is the same girl ? Aapko to iska naam takk nahi patta tha. Just in matter of days you discovered her n got married. Why she  left the Mandir in hurry,when Dev suddenly came in front of her ? Do you have any solid proof. ” she got aggressive, expressing her doubt over Geet identity . Maan put a glance of Geet , who was bundling herself, tears were dribbling down to her cheeks; hearing Daddi’s continuous accusations .

 

” Daddi , I am answerable not she. So please don’t bring here in between all this. Otherwise I need not to prove something. But yes you are my mother. You have every right to know the reality.I will clear your doubts, just wait little. After knowing everything, what decision you will make,  I don’t know. I will respect it. Chup chap usko maan lunga. Per Uska saath kabhi nahi chod sakta. Jisne mujhe zinda rakha, aur meri har saans Iski amaanat hai.” He couldn’t bear more, how Daddi’s each word was piercing Geet’s innocent heart, she had been shattered completely, Maan hugged her tightly. Convincing her that in every circumstance, he would not leave her alone this time.

 

” What is such left, there to reveal, that you have doubt about my decision ? Aur pehle he soch rakha hai, k kya karna hai mere faisle k baad.. Aisa kya hai k aap iske liye apni Daddi, apne Bhai ko chod sakte hai “ she taunted.

 

Maan squeezed his eyes shut. He couldn’t lose his temper. Still he had kept his calm, filling Geet in his embrace . Who had cuddled up against his curves ” Daddi you always remain everything to me. I buried mine all dreams n desires , just to fulfil your wishes, what you expected from me. Never disobeyed you.Aisa tha k jaise aap keemat maang rahin ho, us sab ki jo aapne hamare liye kiya. Per sirf mujh se he kyon? But ever you thought that after all I also have my own identity as a human.” limit of his self control had been over his sudden outburst was eye opener for Daddi. But was she ready to accept? ” What ever your other GS did today , even after that you are defending him. Why Daddi, its always me ?” his voice chocked, petting Geet’s back, his shirt gone wet with Geet’s tears

 

” Maan shaant ho jaayo..please I beg of you “ Kunal was scared, it would cause severe fit as Maan was getting hyper ” Your nervous system could explode. If something wrong happens, she will also die. You will get nothing, thinking of past. Tell your Grand Maa everything calmly. Let her make decision.”

 

Maan looked at him Kunal blankly” Tum he kehte ho na k tumhari har saans Geet ko amaanat hai, sochne do jo be koi sochta hai, acha ya buraa. Kehne do jo kehta hai. Pehle nahi sunte thay kya.Kya fark padta hai..” he tried to knock some sense into Maan ” Per iske liye,  aur apne us maasoom (Ammu ) kal k liye socho aab. For that your health also matters. You accepted your condition easily. Aur usse kya ho sakta hai yeh bhi patta hai tumko. Before making an decision, just hold her hand, you will see your destination clearly. Per uss tak jaane k liye bahut se mazilain ( stages) abhi baaki hai mere Dost.” He petted Maan’s  shoulder, smilling broadly, too soothe his friend. To bring his morale high for upcoming challenges .

 

Kunal’s words calmed Maan. He nodded positively.

 

” I admit Maan I tried to dominate you too. Just to delay this situation. Failed Daddi n Dev’s attempt to meet you. Even broke your phone. But now I ll not interfere. “ he accepted his doings decently.

 

” I don’t know much what you did. But yes I am clever enough differentiate whether you unintentionally put ur foot on my phone or smashed brutally due to some reason. Per mijhe patta hai k tum jo bhi karogay sirf mere liye karogay.” this revelation by Maan amazed Kunal, he knew Maan is shrewd businessmen but innocent like a child at heart.

 

” Really you are over smart.” Kunal replied.

 

” Okey Kunal please you go now and there is Geet’s bag please send that. I also promise, neither will I over stress my mind nor will get hyper. But please don’t do any Jaasosi with that bag.There is something in it, I can’t disclose it even to u ” Maan warned.

 

” But you have to make your own decision this time. I will not interfere anymore now. Its your life your choice.” saying this Kunal rushed out. Leaving three there. His feet stopped for a while seeing Dev outside n he signed Maan to close to door.

 

 

Huh such a long update. I think just one more part is left now. Please ignore editing mistakes, as it took so much time to knit the climax.

Now flood post section with your comments. 

 

Sonia..

 

 

 

 

 

Chapter 15

 

Around 2 O”Clock 

Hope Trust Orphanage 

A  small Village near to JC Highway

 

After 10 KM drive Father Daughter due reached the Orphanage. Maan had already instructed Security to be in Civil get up. As residents of this small village were very ordinary human beings along with innocent kids n the orphanage.. Professional security outlook could scare them.

 

Mr. Sodhi Chairman of Trust along side other staff welcomed them. When Maan entered picking his little bundle of joy in arms proudly. Very first time visiting any social gathering with his daughter. He had already cleared Mr. Sodhi to keep hidden his identity as MD of KC  from everyone…even media couldn’t reach him this way.

 

Security staff in civil get up kept all the gifts on tables arranged there.

 

“Welcome Maan saab..welcome “ in true Punjabi style Mr. Sodhi welcomed him. enthusiastically..

 

” Thank you very much Mr. Sodhi “ he replied with warm hand shake..” Meet my daughter Pihu ”  little girl had hidden her face in Maan’s chest. Scared of even little gathering..she never experienced  this before.

 

“Hello Beta..How are you..I am Sodhi Uncle “ lovingly Mr. Sodhi petted her back. But no reply.

 

” Mr. Sodhi, she is bit nervous. I never took her to such gatherings ever…” half truth and half lie Maan told to justify her behaviour.” Yahan per iski age k itne saare bache hai, isliye isko laya yahan “ he brushed her hair from back.

 

“Don’t you worry Maan saab..Lets go I will introduce with my members of staff , who operate this orphanage “ Mr. Sodhi showed his way toward the group of people waiting for his welcome.Even no other Trust Member was aloud there by Maan.As some of them were also high profile people..They could easily recognise him.Just these common people, attached to their roots were here.

 

He met with all very nicely as Mr. Sodhi gave their formal introduction.Even felt much comfortable, more than that life of aristocracy and show off of high society.

 

“Yeh Harjot hai yahan ki incharge.”

 

A very simple middle age lady wearing traditional Punjabi dress,without any make up  greeted him folding both hands “Namasty Maan Singh Ji”...Seeing her Geet’s image flashed in front of him. His eyes gone wet.She was also just like Harjot. Without any artificiality. No make up, no western dressing , didn’t care what her fellow mates think of her.

 

This simplicity always attracted him in between that limelight during the workshop. Where students from all around the country gathered.  From prestigious institutes of metropolitans  …To get admission there was just like a dream for her. He always stalked  her from far. Never dared to talk to her.

 

Before that night when they were not in their senses.Even then,it was her simplicity which cheated on her. Her friends played prank on her mixing vodka in coke.For their entertainment of few hours.

 

Maan’s friends knew , he had hidden crush over her. But he never exposed. Opposite to his Casanova image , to chose any random girl daringly, for a good time pass. The girls he chose also gave themselves to him willingly. He was cash machine.

 

To much surprise his Daddi never objected to it. She knew he would never be in any serious relationship. Better not to force him, otherwise he could be rebellious. Which he became when Geet came to her life.

 

That day Maan n Geet’s friends ganged up against them..Mixed Vodka in Maan’s bear n Geet’s Coke…To enjoy drunk Geet’s Talli style, to see how long Maan could hold his desire for her..Every person was betting over them..That who would create scene first among both.

 

Opposite happened. Due to overload, electricity fuse blew., causing dark for sometime. Drunken Geet and Maan  were not in senses. In that dark they came out off party hall, Finding what ever door was open. They lost their way.. Geet had heard about Maan’s extra ordinary talent but due to his image, she never tried to conversate.

 

This became the reason when both found them face to face. Instead of being drama in middle of party, they landed up in caravan in junk yard . What happened next all knew. All teenagers were doing fun in party..Little drunk but in their senses. They didn’t paid attention where both were.

 

Coming back to Present..

 

Harjot noticed his moist eyes ” Maan Ji are you all rite..?” it alerted Maan…He was surprised , how couldn’t he control his emotions… Displayed in public first time.

“Yes I am fine Harjot Ji, actually iski Maa ki yaad aa gayi. She was as simple as you. a typical Punjabi girl.” he got a grip on himself next moment.

 

” She is…I mean..?”

 

He understood what she meant… wanted to know about Geet, why he was saying so ” I know what you wanna ask. Actually she left us alone just after her birth. ” 

 

” Oh I am sorry. I think you really loved her very much “ she got synthetic. Her heart wrenched.

 

” I didn’t love but will never stop loving her..” he replied. After a brief introduction they left toward orphanage office.

 

 There was no change in Pihu’s behaviour.When Maan settled himself on chair. Still her arms were encircled around his neck n face hidden in his chest. Visible side view covered with her open hair.

 

” Pihu…..You are Baba’s princess. See everyone wants to meet you. Say hello to all.” he removed her arms from his neck. After insisting for little time she looked at all smiling faces….thief eyed…He removed hair locks from her face, tucking behind her ear.

 

Smile crept over every face, seeing such an innocent n lovely child. As the time was passing, her fear was vanishing away. Maan denied to distribute gifts with his hands ” Mian in bacho ko line main khada karke unko gift nahi baant sakta. Jaise koi ehsaan kar raha hu. I just brought it for them, just give them as you do things in daily routine.” every word of his was impressing little gathering. How much down to earth this main was.

 

” Maan saab maine to logn ko sirf dikhwa karte hue dekha hai…Kuch he hote hai jo jataate naji. You are one of them” Mr. Sodhi praised him whole heartedly.

 

” Mr. Sodhi I m just a father..Koi mahan aatma nahi…” Maan laughed.

 

Pihu mixed up well with kids of her age. They were all like from same world…where she was living only days back. Maan succeed in his aim. First he wanted her daughter to be social.To break that circle of hesitation and fear, she was in.  

 

He never felt so heavenly. He wanted to live life again to fullest. Got the reason to live. Giving a huge donation and taking lots of blessing n love he was ready to go back. A new side of his girl was clearly visible to him. She was smiling, there was no hesitation.No fear.

 

” Wo wo na..” Her vocabulary was improving…She had something to say. Which she wanted to share with her father.

 

” Wo kya beta….Baba ko batayo. “ tying her lose hair with band he asked.

 

” Wo bache na..mere ko maara ne unkone..” she pointed towards the play room,where she were with kids little while ago.

 

He bent down on of his one knee, held her from shoulders ”  Baby now onwards , every one with whom you will meet , All will love you. No one with fight with you..I promise.” she trusted him, every word of him was boasting her confidence more. Making it easy for Maan to brain wash her.

After a short visit of 2:30 hours they left toward their residence..He was immensely happy. But some where after meeting Harjot…Geet’s memories refreshed the trauma he had gone n was going through. On their way  he text Addi first, to know whether he was alone or with Mr. Bajaj…

Meeting had ended on very positive note, just a short while ago. Instead of texting Addi rung him.” Ha bollo.. ?” 

 

” Where are you ?” from Maan’s low tone…Addi understood..He was in same despair . Every effort to bring him out had been failed.He always felt like culprit.

 

” I just wrapped up meeting n going back…What happened yaar.Why I am feeling that you are not well…” concerned friend asked.

 

” I will wait for you near Gauri Temple, on the way back to Farm House..That is quite area…no one will notice us…Pihu ko tu le jaana apne saath. I have to go some where..” what Maan said, It startled Addi…

 

“Oh, how I forget..I will be there in 15 minutes..” he knew well , what Maan upto.

 

It was a deserted land. ..Agriculture area…Each inch of which was covered with yellow spread of blooming mustard plants. Those were dancing..celebrating Lohri..in grim light of fallen dusk…Where Maan was waiting with security staff, no common man was visible around…

Until Addi reached Pihu had been drifted off to sleep…He opened back door of Maan’s car. Just little exchange of eye contact ” Aaj bhi jaa-ega. Jab yeh hai tere pass aab.” without looking at Maan, he brushed little girl’s hair.

 

“Issi liye to jaa raha hu..It is getting more unbearable Addi..” he almost wispered.

 

” She will search for you, after waking.” Addi tried to convince Maan but he was adamant.

 

” She will not, bahut tired hai…Aur tum ho na.Agar fir bhi zid kare phone per baat karva dena. I will convince her.” carefully he shifted Pihu to Addi’s lap. Leaving all security with them. He set in Addi’s car toward unknown destination. Not even security tried to stop him. Recruited  staff was familiar with Maan’s every act. Most of the men were same from past 4 years..

 

Car zoomed off from sight in blink of eye. Tears were dribbling down to cheeks. His vision was getting blur, he was wiping eyes continuously.

 

As per promise Rohit was ready to drop Riya to park..Lake Side Corporation Park

 

     Background Score 

 

Bheegi Bheegi Si Hai Raaten

  Bheegi Bheegi Yaaden

 

   

                                                                      Bheegi Bheegi Baaten 
                                                 Bheegi Bheegi Aankhon Mein Kaisi Nami Hai 

 

 

 

                                               Flash back 

                                                               Geet (Brij’s torture)

 

                                           

 MAAN ( in the park 7 years ago..When she had first epileptic fit n lost her senses for ever

                                                   Sapnon Ka Saya Palkon Pe Aya

                                             Pal Mein Hasaya Pal Mein Rulaya

                                                  Phir Bhi Yeh Kaisi Kami Hai

 

Chandigarh Hospital where he took her first. She didn’t remember anything.

                                  Na Jaane Koi Kaisi Hai Yeh Zindagaani 

                                              Hamari Adhuri Kahani 

 

                                    Back to Present

                          She was travelling toward Park with her father. 

                         

  Aadhi Aadhi Jaagi Aadhi Aadhi Soyi
  Aankhen Yeh Teri Toh Lagta Hai Royi

 

He had reached where he should be. Where he never forgot to come this day, every year. Holding one of Geet’s pic in his hand. One of her old stuff he collected from her HP house. Now was his prized possession

                                      Rutha Rutha Rab Chhuta Chhuta Sab
                                      Toota Toota Dil Tere Bina Ab
                                           Kaise Ho Jeena Ganwara

                                      Bheegi Bheegi Si Hai Raaten 
                                         Bheegi Bheegi Yaaden
                                           Bheegi Bheegi Baaten 
                             Bheegi Bheegi Aankhon Mein Kaisi Nami Hai 

             Na Jaane Koi Kaisi Hai Yeh Zindagaani Zindgaani
                                      Hamari Adhuri Kahani 

 

Where he is any guesses, What will happen next..

What you think ? I left you on cliffhanger..Comment do aur next update lo…

I updated three Chapters. So editing was tough task . Might be there so many mistakes. Please ignore. I always try to correct , even after publishing update..if there is any…

Sonia

 

 

Chapter 13

 

After Breakfast/ Lunch

 

Pihu still was busy with her Parantha sitting over sofa, ignorant to the convo between two, standing beside her.

“ Jokes apart Addi, I think we should leave now its already 1.” he wispered.

Addi nodded slipping one hand to side pocket ” Even me, that cynic fixed meeting for 3:30 PM, got confirmation call from him.”

Smile crept over Maan’s lips, as gazed the little girl side wise. Something was going inside his mind.

Addi shrunk his brows, he knew his friend was up to something. Probably some good one, as he was smiling. But prayed God not to make him, his scrap goat to fulfil those strange tasks. 

” Abhi kis soch main ho tum ?” he tapped Maan on shoulder.

 

Maan came out of his trance ” I am taking her first time outside, as Maan Singh Khuraana’s daughter. Just look at her,  she is as innocent as her mother. So what identity I should give her ? Puchki, yes this is mine chosen name…a feeling of a father, craving to love his child from ages…But its like the name,  old lady gave her Laado,might be she also loved my daughter with same intensity...or Pihu Maan Singh Khuraana, which is her true identity, and I want to break every tie of her from past, erase each bit of memory, reminding me of anyone related to her painful childhood.”  Addi’s mind boggled with his mysterious answer. But after 6 years of bonding, he could understand, his state of mind.

 

” Certainly you have decided, then speak up.”  he tittered in trademark style.

 

” Yes ” his eyes shined bright, reflecting sheer determination.

 

” I don’t want to give her split personality, n will not call her Puchki any more. She will be only Pihu from now onwards, for you and me too..As a father I will fill her life with all my love n care, but for the world, I will mould her as MSK’s daughter.” he ruffled Pihu’s hair. She looked up at two happy faces. Passed same innocent smile.

 

She climbed up on sofa, stood next to het father. So that he could pick her up in his arms.

 

” So my baby has done with her breakfast.” he kissed her cheek. In counter reaction. She encircled her arms around his neck , resting head over his shoulder.

 

Addi petted her back ” So you also want to walk on Daddi’s foot prints. as she made you puppet.”

 

Maan smirked, hugging his daughter much closer  ” No never, how could I ? What ever happened with Geet n me… Daddi was able to tackle things wisely…If I had told her.. But due to her fear, I couldn’t do that, n we became victim of circumstances. More than me it was Geet. Even she asked Mammu to put covers on everything, keeping me in dark. ” he was burning with inner agony but couldn’t express..didn’t want to scare little girl. But for Addi, it was not tough to feel his grief.

 

” I am sorry Maan, I didn’t mean to hurt you. “ he rested his hand over Maan’s shoulder, to console him.

 

” No Addi , you put valid question. I want to mould her like me, strong enough to judge rights and wrongs, capable to take own stands, not feeble and helpless as I was.But like as I am………….It will be her decision, what she wants to be in her future. I will never force her in family business, but will remain always on her side.” after the clarification  a sudden smile crept on his face “She is mine daughter, toh isko mere jaisa attitude jaroor sikhna hoga. Yeh to banta hai na boss. I can take this much liberty haa “ he winked, both friends giggled.

 

” There is no need taught her, she has inherited. Not to embrace you, but it is in her genes from generations.” stuttering Addi said looking side wise. Making a little gap from where they were standing.

 

Next moment Maan knocked back Addi  with his elbow ” You are right Addi.. “

 

Addi held tight, his stomach with rolling pain ” Mera to din he khraab hai..Since morning Mr. Rathi’s staff  made me Delivery man..Now Mr. Bajaj will torture me.” in shivering , painful voice he replied.

 

His expressions and changed tone disturbed Pihu  ” Haaw Jerry Uncle, wo..wo kya hua unko? “ on verge of cry she asked.

 

“Nothing baby, your Jerry Uncle ate more than enough. He will be alright, lets go.” passing teasing smile, Maan left carelessly. She was still looking back at Addi, Until he disappeared from her sight.

 

He made her ready for the trip to Orphanage.While helping her to wear coat, he start conversation on the topic ” Baby, ek baat kahun ?” calmly he said , observing her expressions..She nodded in yes.

 

” No, not  to be mute any more.. Say Yes Baba ? “ he filled her soft face in his hands.Trying his best , that she could open up  to explore this new world, starting from Him n Addi.

 

She squeezed her brows ” Ye..Yes Baba “ Maan smiled at her cute attics.

 

” You call your uncle as Jerry Uncle, but me call him Addi”

 

” Yes Baba “ quick learner daughter rescropated as per her father’s wish.

 

” You call me Baba, but tell me what Addi Uncle call me ? Bollo, kya kehte hai woh mujh ko ? “ he let her think patiently. 

 

She looked here and there, rewinding  everything. Then stared her father for a while ” Maannn…Maan…Jey..jey…Jerry Uncle calls you..you….Maan “ she smiled victoriously with het reply.

 

 ” Oh my Baby is so intelligent ? “ to boast confidence in her, he said aloud n kissed her check.

 

“Okey..You know he was studying in school and now he is working..Even your Baba went to school and now working with Addi Uncle.. “ neither she knew Uni. or what Collage meant nor she knew Addi held what position in KC.. But according to environment  in which she opened her eyes, from that level Maan had to start. Where study n career meant going to school n to work respectively., just two words definition for everything.

 

She was paying full attention to every single word. Listening calmly to Maan ” Other people call him Aditya and me Maan Singh” it was too heavy  for her to digest, their real identities as Aditya Sharma and Maan Singh Khuraana. So no need to discuss it   “Except me every one call him Aditya and to me as Maan Singh, these are our real names.”

 

“Jerry Uncle is dityaa…my Baba’s name is Maan Singh “ she repeated in low tone, looking with questioning eyes…Maan wanted to burst out in laughter. How much this little girl had been attached to her, in couple of days..She trust him , love him. Off course to Addi too. But it may be relation they shared from blood to heart.She gave more importance to him.

 

” Adityaa baby not dityaa “ he corrected pulling her checks. Those turned tomato red...“Okey what I want to tell you…Like I call you Puchki , some times golgappa..etc etc..But you know your real name is Pihu..” This was his main motif to introduce his child with her real identity.

 

” Pihu, I am Pihu “  she placed her finger over her heart, then at Maan’s chest. She was reaching Maan’s upper torso standing over bed.

 

” Yes Pihu…you noticed all Uncle and Aunties here call you Pihu Baby, now you will go to school , your teachers, classmates, friends will call you Pihu “ he picked her up in his arms.

 

” School “ her eyes twinkled with a sheer happiness. Yes it was unimaginable for her till now.. Maan knew those people defiantly paid no attention toward her studies. Ones who didn’t give her proper identity even , her name “Off course my child, you will go to school. Taking bag , books. I am sure my Pihu Baby will make so many friends, like I have Addi Uncle”  he was immensely happy, how keenly she was responding.

 

He took her out , both father daughter still engrossed in own world ” Sachi ?  “

 

” Sachi Muchi…So your Uncle and me will also call you Pihu..not Puchki..Now Pihu and Baba are going out in car, will have lots of fun. “ Maan had stars in his eyes with hopefulness, to give his child a bright future.

 

” Will you buy Candy floss for me ? “

 

” Off course baby ? Okey lets go ” he said n he passed a teasing smile to Addi who was still trying to recover, sitting on sofa.. ” Dekha MSK ka jaadu, I convinced my Baby in minutes….“

 

Not to make cherished girl sad, he pretend to be normal. grinned ear to ear as waiving her “ Diwaane to kai dekhe , per aisa Diwaana to sirf tu he hai. I had a hope with you to get Pihu one day. God listened your innocent prayers. But I am almost hopeless when it comes to Geet..Can’t tell you even, otherwise it will shatter you again..has left everything on almighty now..” Addi mumbled, sighed deeply. He got up holding his belly, as was also leaving for the meeting in an hour.

Chapter 71

A password free update. Next updates and passwords will depend upon you response to this part.

 Recap from previous 2 parts as  Prerna1 suggested

From clan of devils, it was clear they were trying best, to ruin Khuraanas due to own reasons. Maan came back from US.  During this Geet discovered she was pregnant. But was hesitating, how to tell Maan.

She had appointment with doctor but lied Maan that she was going to pick kids n then was gonna visit. But Maan found out she was lying. They had fight. He came back home and locked himself in room.

Already disturbed Geet was in own thoughts when a lorry was about to hit her. But again as saviour Param saved her, putting his life on risk. He took Geet to hospital n informed Dev, coz Maan’s phone was switched off..

He couldn’t inform Vicky or Dai Maa . If they found out that Geet was pregnant , then they couldn’t hide Maan n Geet’s blooming relation

Maan n Geet’s  misunderstanding had been cleared. Geet felt how silly she was, hiding this wonderful news from Maan. They needed time to disclose the evil plans of trio.Also couldn’t put Geet’s n kids life in risk as she was pregnant. With help of Param, he got Geet’s overnight transfer to Delhi for two months taking whole family to Delhi..telling Vicky that KM will wait for that son, who never looked back.

Vicky felt alienated, Maan again snatched everything from him. When suddenly he got call from his childhood n collage best friend Meera. She was coming to meet him after 9 years.

When Vicky went to pick Meera from station around same time Maan n Geet went to visit gynaecologist  Mehar, Addi’s cousin. Now read from that point.

 

                       Chapter 71

 

They reached Hospital by 5 to 2 PM. To Geet’s amazement Addi had booked whole ward as per Maan’s instructions.

 

” Hello Mr. & Mrs. Khuraana, Dr. Mehar is waiting for you already. Please come.” Nurse welcomed couple professionally… n guiding them toward Dr. Mehar’s Cabin.

” Maan what was the need of this…It was fine with me.? “ Geet wispered near to Maan’s ears, her voice trembled with emotional outburst inside her.She tightened her grip around Maan’s waist. think how much he was trying hard to make her feel special.

He looked deep in her moist eyes.Reflecting the ache, she had gone through.” Geet we will talk later on this.Lets go first meet the Doc. huh.” he said softly, kissing her forehead.No one was there around to notice this, only nurse present she was ahead of them. Geet nodded in yes.

 

Dr. welcomed the couple enthusiastically. Especially being Mrs MSK’s Gynaecologist ” Welcome Mr. Khuraana and Mrs. Khuraana.I am Dr. Mehar.” Trio shook hands. Mehar offered them seats.

 

Geet instantly liked Mehar. A simple full of life young lady.

 

” Dr. I don’t know about Mr. Maan Singh Khuraana, but please don’t be this much formal with me. You can call me Geet.” she gave teasing look to Maan. He glared his squinting eyebrow  n then nodded grinning. Mehar giggled. She felt they were like any other normal couple, just opposite to other high profile names she was treating. Who met her much formally. Even she expected such behaviour from this couple more, when Maan booked whole ward.

 

Her giggles brought them back  from their staring session.. Geet blushed, turned pink in embarrassment. Maan cleared his throat ” Actually Mehar, by the way I can call you Mehar “ she nodded in silent approval ” Even me fed up that formal addressing style of outer world. Mr. Maan Singh Khuraana. You can also call me Maan. But Mehar before she search for new topic to embarrass me, why not you take her for check up ? ” 

” I never imagined Mr. & Mrs Khuraana could be such down to earth. I am enjoying your silent teasing session ,but Geet, Maan is right its better to go for check up first.” smilingly, she asked Geet to follow her. Maan helped his lovely wife to get up from chair.

 

” By the way Mehar can I join you? Actually after she met with accident, her whole body has been stiffened” he requested politely.

 

” I think you should wait here Maan, Exmination room is just attached to my cabin.” Dr. Mehar asked in professional way. Maan had not other option. So he let them go. He was getting restless, as Dr. was taking time. So funny just 20 minutes seemed like 20 hours to him. Some where old memories flashing in front of him. How much she might have beard..She was just 19, when twins were born. How much she might have craved for him.

 

But what he was doing now for her. Was that repentance? No, His deeds couldn’t be covered by this..Neither he desired forgiveness from her.

 

He was a selfish man always. Who always cared , loved his younger brothers like a father. How his brothers were living lives to fullest? He was fulfilling his dreams,through them, those he saw like any other teenager. But his responsibilities  never gave him chance. Vicky and Dev found their own destinations, leaving him alone, shattering his dreams. This made him such heartless man, that he shattered someone’s innocent dreams in few hours of togetherness,

 

Same SOMEONE now gave him reason to dream again. those shattered ones. In return she just wanted a share of his love. This selfish man, what he was doing that not enough. Now giving Geet n his kids their desired share, he was fulfilling his own dreams, to be a normal human being. Having innocent hopes.  He knew she wanted this only, instead of materialistic life.

 

He came out of his thoughts, when heard creaky sound of opened door..Geet instantly caught, looking in his impatience eyes that he was in turmoil. Not good for his health too. He was depression patient.

 

He helped Geet to be on chair ”  Mehar sab theek hai na. Is she alright and our baby . He trailed his hand over Geet’s hair. “. He asked eagerly but in serious tone. Sudden change  in his behaviour amazed Mehar. Who was unaware of their painful past. However it was their personal matter n it was better not to question as a professional. She ignored.

 

” She is alright Maan and baby is healthy too. As doctor advised in Ludhiana she needs some rest. Soon she can start her normal routine life. As its her second delivery, you both know how to cover this phase.” writing prescription , she replied.

Geet observed Maan scratching his knee.. Before he had any panic attack . She grabbed his hand tightly, assuring him that everything is gonna be alright. To divert his mind.She started the topic, he wanted to discuss with doctor, but she was hesitating,” By the way Mehar , you gonna treat me from onwards. And as a doctor why to hesitate discussing something important “ teasingly she looked at Maan. Stunned he gazed her. Confused Mehar nodded in yes.

 

” Is there any issue regarding our personal life. Any special recommendation ?” Maan’s drank whole glass of water in front of him, in one go. He knew well, she was only doing it for him.

 

Mehar understood her code language. More than their family ties, she was a doctor..It was an important matter in reality too, when Geet was expecting ”  There is no need to worry. But avoid long sessions. To keep yourself free from stress n tiredness. Especially if you feel much low. “ she gave go ahead. Handing over prescription to Maan. ” Give these multi vitamins to her on time as recommended, and Maan I will forward Geet’s dietary plan by email “

 

He shook his head, silently taking prescription  from her ” I assure to give my best. Nothing more is important than her to me and our babies  “ he pushed his chair backward and got  up.

”  Aah you mentioned babies. Addi told me about your twins. How adorable they are. I am eager to meet them. ” praising their twins , she also get ups.

 

Just the thought of his kids was enough to bring back Maan to life.A satisfactory smile came to his lips. Geet always noticed a strange spark in his eyes even at mentioning of their names.A great chance to cheer her husband  “ Why not Mehar, we can’t bring them here. Wo tumhri clinic ko clinic nahi rehne dengay. Especially his Lady MSK. My boy is a decent child. In her company he also becomes devil.But yes you are always welcome to our place. Why not when ever you are free “ proud mother giggled.

 

Maan gave a tough look to her, when she mentioned Mannat as Lady MSK. Instead of Geet he had mood swings now.. Then a broad smile spread over his lips . What she wanted to saw.

 

” Lady MSK ,oh If I m not wrong its you daughter Mannat hah..” 

 

” Yes my Mannya Baby but this lady is living in delusion that he is her son, My little Gentleman is also calmer version of mine.”  in same MSK attitude, he raised his neck proudly.

 

” I think its enough for the day Maan..Humko aab Mehar ko aur bore nahi karna chahea “ Geet intervened before he started again to discuss his never ending Kids topic

 

Mehar admired this adorable couple ” Its nothing like that Geet, actually Addi booked my clinic till 5. My next appointment is by 5 :30. You saved me from getting bored. However don’t forget you appointment after two weeks. I have attached details with your file. You will also get notification  a day or two before the appointment.” On good note they take leave from her.

 

Their family ties was also reason behind this wonderful meeting. Both sides felt it too. But Maan’s changing behaviour confounded Mehar. Also why Addi booked her for such long. Just for a single visit, Which generally took less than an hour.

 

Possessively Maan gripped Geet from waist. But was silent, as they were moving toward parking lot. ” Maan, I know you are giving your best, to fulfil your promise you made to me, not to look back. Still I  can feel the ache you have inside. When ever you get stick to any similar situation related to past.Like Mehar was discussing my first pregnancy.  It always stops you to look forward. Pagal hona hai kya. Aap he ne kaha tha na k doctor ne aapko half mad declare kare diya hai. Now you wanna be totally mad.” Maan stopped at same place. Looked in her eyes blanckly. How easily she could read his mind.

 

” I think so . I don’t have guilt because its a very small word.Then why to feel guilty when you can’t change what happened..According to me it makes the victim guiltier that to forgive or not the culprit..But I always think why God chose me to ruin others? I have regrets with your Baba Ji. Why he doesn’t listen to me. “sarcastically he laughed at his destiny,  looking upwards in search for Babaji’s. If some where he was hearing him. Not to make him Victim and Culprit all along again.

 ”  One has already turned Cynic ( Vicky ).. You will turn Lunatic, due to you both poor Dev gonna be Mad completely . Its good to throw whole clan to Asylum in one go.” Geet taunted

 

He gave stern look. But didn’t utter anything.

 

” Don’t dare to give these looks to me. Why you are behaving like any character in Saas Bahu Drama. Bring old matters again n again. I beg of you. Leave this now. . Neither you nor me, can change past. What happened that was harsh reality. Think about me, you are not stressing yourself but me too. think about your kids…kya future hoga unka...Do you want that they will take a  Victim of Circumstances   ( Maan ) as Culprit of another Victim ( herself) ” 

 

This was like a reality check for Maan. Yes he was not same Maan Singh Khuraana. Geet just asked to discover Maan, whom MSK had buried deep inside him.. Not to leave that positivity, spark, shrewdness which could hold two sides of him in one. Which made him real ‘HIM’.

 

Still he kept mum. Sighed deeply and moved toward parking. Embrace her tightly near to his heart. They could understand each other more n more now, Geet knew if he was silent, he was thinking deeply.

 

What an irony same was with Vicky. Maan always said to him “ When ever you want to say alot, you can’t utter a single word“. Same was applicable on him.

 

Around same time 

Ludhiana Punjab

 

Meera strictly warned Vicky, not to inform Dai Maa regarding her visit. As it would just rupture her old wounds again, thinking about Diya, who was part of the group of 4.He took half day leave, making excuse to Dai Maa, that he had some meeting,so could be late.

 

He waited patiently in hotel Cafetaria until Meera went to her room to freshen up.She hurried up, still it took half n hour. Vicky ordered coffee and some snacks for both.

 

“Now tell me whats going on in your life ? “  smilingly Vicky started convo. He wanted to keep Meera away from his family drama. But these Khuraanas were big failure in hiding feelings in their own way.

 

” Meri zindgi main kuch bandne walla nahi( nothing to be changed  in my life ). Just difference is 9 years ago I was Volunteer Social Worker and now ” Little Known Social Activist” Smaaj Sevika..Tum bollo how was your journey from Delhi to Ludhiana “ she begin to titter as per her bubbly nature.

 

” After Diya, My life had been stuck to same place..When got a reason to take step further, someone again pushed me to more darkness. Shattered my whole dreams. I had forgotten those short lived dreams were someone else’s reality” he sighed deeply, bowing his head down. Scratching the glass of coffee table.. Same habit he inherited from Maan. To suppress grief both brothers did same thing. This was not knew to Meera…Being childhood friend.They had  great bond of understanding.

 

” Vicky, apna dil halka kar sakte ho. ( you can pour your heart out)“ she held his same hand firmly. Looking at him with questioning eyes.

 

” Oh leave it Chameli, main bhi kahan se kahan challa gaya. I took leave for you. But now boring you, with my nonsense” his fake smile, couldn’t hide the pain in his eyes..

 

” Vicky why are you behaving abnormally. Maan Bhai and you have same habit to scratch things when your inter turmoil get overloaded. Bollo aab. I am serious “ she stopped for while, when waiter brought their order.

 

” Don’t dare to compare me to that Devil, Meera. He again shattered me “ fumingly he yelled. There were not much people. Otherwise big drama might have been created in middle of crowd. She jerked his arm ” Just shut up , Vicky . Jagah to dekh lo.. This is not a place to discuss. Finish you coffee and take me to some calm place. Where I can hear your screams” she warned. Vicky came back to senses looking around.

 

After 15 minutes drive they reached a deserted area of public park. When ever felt his hidden grief wanted to come out…he preferred to sat here for hours.Especially Diya’s memories, now the pain Maan gave to him, that overtook those memories.

 

” Just come to point without any preliminary draft. Aab kya kiya Maan Bhai ne ? Why you make him responsible for everything and please aab yeh mat kehna that I am taking his side. Bakko aab ( spit it out ) “ she pulled him back to bench. As he was still standing. Meera was facing his back

 

He couldn’t hold more. I a jiffy hugged Meera tightly, crying like a baby. She heart skipped a beat.But this was not a right time, to bring out those hidden feelings. He needed her like hell. She let him cry.

 

” Meera, he won , he won again. He snatched my only reason to live.” Meera creased his back. Let him bring out whole agony..As he was narrating every single episode of his life, from Diya’s kidnapping to separation of kids.He felt lighter as he finished. He had no one till now,with whom he could share his miseries…his insecurities ” he snatched my kids Meera, even how much Dai Maa beard due to him “ she beheld him as he finished.

 

” Aise kya dekh rahi ho ?”  curiously he asked.

 

” Soch rahi thi. Are you my same Vicky. You were not like this, you never blamed others. But always saved others, taking blame on yourself. How mischievous I was. But to save  me from Papa’s wrath you always came in front.”  aggressively she replied back.

 

” You are also taking his side ?  “

 

” No, its not just about him, what about your Daddi Maa, who lost her husband, her only child, Just for 3 of you , she stayed strong. Aur kya keh rahe they that Devil. Wao what a wonderful term you used for a man who gave his everything for you n Dev. When it was his age to live life to fullest. Okey they both were wrong, then what was Dev’s fault Vicky..Everyone is wrong , only you are rite.” she mocked .

 

He shrunk his eyes brows, giving confused look ” I think, they also have brain washed you “

 

” Shut up Vicky , now you are blaming me? When its been years I met them. Bhai se to bilkul nahi. Even Daddi was in Delhi, I never visited her…Whenever I came to Delhi during this interval of 9 years..Mujhe to lagta hai tumhara brain wash ho gaya hai “ frustrated Meera yelled.

 

Now conversation will be based on every episode Vicky narrated, and  from their own prospective. how they take these events.

 

” You wanna say first Diya and then Dai Maa brainwashed me. How dare you  ? “ he jerked Meera’s han , which was holding his shoulder and got up.

 

” Chilao mat… agar yahi ravi-ea ( attitude ) rahi na, sab kuch kho dogay. Diya n Dai Maa, kya yeh dono he sabh kuch hai tumhare liye “ her statement was so mysterious, but in his rage, he didn’t pay attention much.

 

” You mean, I should leave Dai Maa alone for my so called family ?That woman who gave us motherly love especially  to me. What she got in return. How insult she beard.

 

A sudden slap echoed in almost haunted place. Whom slapped whom. It was Vicky who had hand over his check, where Meera gave him tight slap ”

 

Meera’s father was very close to Khuraanas. Chief Lawyer m head of the the advisory handling whole of their matters. He took retirement around 4 yeas ago but knew every little secret of this family till that time. He was committed to keep things secret as professional. But being close family friend’s daughter Meera also knew some facts, Vicky was unaware of..

 

” Your so called family disowned you, still Daddi kept you whole share of Khuraana Empire, jise chod kar tum chale gaye thay. Even addition to it still was going on. Your helpless brother, how much he cried that day, hugging my Dad, he was no one to share his grief. At one side it was Daddi n other side you, Whon to choose this was question ?  So he took middle way. Daddi ka saath de kar bhi , he never left you alone.” sudden out brust startled Vicky. Why she was behaving such.

 

 

Now buddies think why Meera was behaving so. If she knows something ?

 

Note : Tense liberties are always here according to contemporary writing. Even can contain editing errors. Due to changing flow. Please ignore. I always keep on correcting if find any,  even after posting. 

 

 

This I am posting after couple of moths as was stuck to a situation, how to take plot ahead. Noe now Meera is here. Wit her I am trying to cross the void .