I stood alone in the darkness, I couldn't help but feel a sense of fear creeping in. I don't know why, but nighttime always seemed to amplify my anxieties. If it were daytime, I'm sure I would have felt more at ease.
I gazed down the path where Dhruv had driven away, feeling a pang of uncertainty. But then, I remembered that I was alone, and that realization sparked a sense of liberation. "Can I remove my veil?" I thought to myself, a giggle bubbling up in my throat. "Yes, because there's no one here."
I carefully lifted the veil from my face, feeling the cool night air on my skin. But despite the sense of freedom, I couldn't shake off the feeling of fear. The only light came from the full moon above, casting an eerie glow over the surroundings. I shuddered at the thought of being alone in the dark, but the moon's presence was a comforting reminder that I wasn't completely alone.
Just as I was starting to feel a sense of calm, my eyes landed on a tiny rabbit hopping across the forest floor. My fear momentarily was forgotten, I felt a surge of delight at the sight of the little creature. My pale face, illuminated only by the moonlight, broke into a wide smile.
Without thinking, I took off after the rabbit, my feet pounding against the earth. "Can I go?" I asked myself, and the answer was a resounding "Yes!" I chased after the rabbit, feeling carefree and alive.
The rabbit eventually stopped near a lake, and as I caught up, I was taken aback by the breathtaking sight before me. The lake's surface glimmered like a sheet of silver, reflecting the moon's gentle light. I stood there, frozen in wonder, my eyes drinking in the beauty of the scene. "WOWWWW!" I breathed, my voice barely above a whisper.
I stood by the lake, I couldn't help but feel a sense of wonder and gratitude. I turned to the rabbit, who had led me to this enchanting spot. "Wow, khamoshi... you brought me to a good place with you, thank you so much," I said, my voice filled with sincerity.
I took a step closer to the lake, mesmerized by the serene beauty of the surroundings. I had never been outside the house before, and Papa had always warned me about the dangers of the outside world. But now, as I gazed at the lake, I felt a sense of awe and wonder. The swans glided effortlessly across the water, their feathers glistening in the moonlight.
I felt a sense of peace wash over me, and my fear began to dissipate. "Thank you, husband, for letting me stay in such a nice place," I said, my voice barely above a whisper. I felt a sense of gratitude towards my husband, who had brought me to this magical place.
As I stood there, lost in thought, I suddenly heard a voice behind me. I froze in fear, my heart racing with anticipation. "Is there a lion?" I thought, my mind racing with worst-case scenarios.
But then, I heard the voice again, and this time, it sent shivers down my spine. It was a deep, husky voice, and it seemed to be calling out to me. "What are you doing here?" the voice asked, heavy with breathing.
I felt my heart skip a beat as I turned to face the speaker. It was him, and he looked... different. His eyes seemed to bore into mine, and his voice sent a thrill through my body. I felt a strange sensation, like my blood was flowing faster, and my oxytocin levels were spiking.
I tried to speak, but my voice caught in my throat. He took a step closer to me, his eyes never leaving mine. "I asked something," he said again, his voice low and husky.
I felt my mind go blank, and my body seemed to freeze in place. I didn't know what to say or do, but I knew that I felt... strange. This had never happened before, and I didn't know how to process it.
I didn't look up, my eyes were still on Lake . "Wo mujhe waha dar lag raha tha, isliye khorgoshiii mujhe yaha le ke aaya, sachi mein khud nahi aae," I said, my voice barely above a whisper. It was the truth - if the rabbit hadn't brought me here, I wouldn't have come.
I was lost in my own thoughts when I raised my head and caught a glimpse of my reflection in the lake water. My breath caught in my throat. He was still staring at me, his eyes fixed on mine. We locked gazes, the silence between us palpable.
He just kept staring at me, his eyes piercing. I felt a shiver run down my spine. Why was he so angry? Why wasn't he saying anything
The only sound was the gentle lapping of the water against the shore and the occasional flutter of the swans' wings. It was as if time had stood still.
Finally, he broke the silence. "Let's go," he said, his voice weak and husky.
I nodded, still feeling a little dazed. I followed him like a lost puppy, my feet moving automatically.
When we reached the car, he opened the door for me, and I slid into the front seat. It was a new experience for me - I had always sat in the back seat during exams.
we drove away from the lake, I felt a sense of trepidation. Where was he taking me? I didn't know, but I was willing to follow him anywhere. For now, I was content to sit beside him, feeling the warmth of his presence and the gentle hum of the car engine.
Dhruv pov-
"And here is she", i left a deep breath because my breath got heavy.
I finally found Vaani, I let out a deep breath, my chest heaving from the exertion of running. The sight before me took my breath away - Vaani, dressed in her bridal attire, sat by the lake, her face illuminated by the soft moonlight.
"Swan," I whispered, my voice barely audible, but she didn't respond. She seemed lost in thought, her eyes gazing out into the distance.
I approached her, my footsteps quiet on the grassy bank. "What are you doing here?" I asked, trying to catch my breath, but she didn't answer.
I took another deep breath and asked again, "I asked something." This time, she stirred, and I moved closer to her.
I gazed into the lake water, I saw Vaani's face reflected back at me. Her features were so delicate, so innocent, that my breath caught in my throat. Her eyebrows, nose, and lips were all perfectly proportioned, as if chiseled by the gods themselves.
A strange, unfamiliar feeling burned in my chest, a deep sense of possessiveness that I couldn't explain. How could I have left her here, alone and vulnerable?
"Ombra; i thought
(ombra is a Italian word means shadow in Hindi chaya)
Her angelic voice broke into my thoughts, "I was feeling scared there, so that khorgoshiii came and brought me here, but truthfully, I myself did not come here."
Her words were like a balm to my soul, soothing my conscience and calming my fears. How could I leave this girl here, alone and unprotected? The mere thought twisted my stomach into knots.
she raised her eyelashes and looked into my eyes, I felt myself getting lost in their emerald green depths. But as I gazed deeper, her face began to blur, and I felt a surge of frustration.
What was I doing? I thought to myself, shaking off the spell that Vaani's eyes had cast over me.
"Let's go," I said finally, my voice was firm and decisive. I moved towards my car, opened the door, and Vaani slid into the passenger seat.
we drove away from the lake, I couldn't shake off the feeling that my life had just become a lot more complicated. What was I going to do with her? I couldn't take her to my house, nor could I leave her alone. The only thing I knew for sure was that I had to keep her safe.
I drove, her soft voice broke the silence, "Where is he?" I didn't want any distractions, so I kept my eyes on the road. "Who?" I asked, trying to sound nonchalant.
She's response was barely above a whisper, "That bhaiya, the one who was hurt, and you were with him." I understood that she was talking about Anant, but I couldn't help wondering why she was bringing him up.
I replied in my usual tone, "He's at the hotel." She nodded and looked out the window, feeling the wind on her face. A small smile crept onto my face as I thought about how she was safe now.
We arrived at the hotel, and I booked another room for Vaani. I had decided that I would figure out what to do with her after tomorrow's meeting, but for now, she would have to stay with me.
we walked to her room, I held out the room key, and Vaani took it, opening the door. "Wow," she exclaimed, her eyes widening as she stepped inside.
I closed my eyes because her voice was doing something inside me. this girl couldn't seem to stop talking. "If you need anything, just call room service," I instructed, trying to sound helpful.
She looked up at me, her eyes locking onto mine for a moment before she looked down. I sensed that she wanted to say something, so I asked, "What happened?"
Her voice was barely audible as she replied, "I don't know how to call room service, and I don't have a phone." I felt a pang of surprise - how did she not have a phone? Everyone had a phone these days.
I also wondered how she didn't know how to call room service. Had she never stayed in a hotel before? The questions swirled in my mind, but I remained silent, not wanting to intrude on her privacy.
I left her's room, I couldn't shake off the feeling of responsibility that had settled on my shoulders. I made my way to Anant's room, my mind racing with thoughts and emotions.
I had to talk to Anant, to figure out what to do next. The events of the day had left me reeling, and I needed his guidance and advice. As I entered his room, I saw that he was sitting on the bed, his eyes fixed on me with a mixture of concern and curiosity.
I took a deep breath, trying to gather my thoughts. What did I want to do next? Should I follow through with my initial plan, or should I take a different route? The questions swirled in my mind, and I knew that I had to make a decision soon.
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