Chapter - 50
Hello, beautiful people! ??
I woke up at 4 o'clock today.
Today is the first day of my exams. And like always, my heart was racing. This is the time when I panic the most. It feels like I didn't study anything... or whatever I studied, I've forgotten it all.
I looked around the room and noticed Aarav wasn't there.
Where did he go so early in the morning?
For a moment, I thought about searching for him, but decided to freshen up first. Maybe he was just in the study or handling some work.
I washed my face, brushed, and tied my hair into a loose bun. When I returned, Aarav was already back, standing near the side table.
Before I could ask anything, he picked up a cup and walked over to me.
"Drink this," he said softly, holding out the cup. "Then start revising. I'm heading to the gym."
And before I could say anything, he leaned in and kissed my forehead gently.
Just like that... he left.
I stood there for a second, holding the warm cup of tea in my hands, trying to process everything.
How does he know exactly what I need... without me even saying it?
I sat down on the bed and took a sip. It was perfect—just how I like it.
Looking at the door where he had disappeared a moment ago, I smiled a little.
"Shivji..." I whispered. "Every day... every moment... he makes me feel like the luckiest person alive."
I looked down at the tea in my hands. My eyes stung slightly with unshed tears.
"I'm sorry for all those years I complained to you. For thinking you were unfair. I used to believe you were ignoring me. But no... you were just waiting for the right time. You were preparing something beautiful for me. You gave me him."
I closed my eyes for a second.
"Thank you... thank you so much, Shivji."
After finishing the tea, I placed the cup aside and stood up. I walked toward the mini library Aarav had made for me. It was quiet and filled with all my books, soft cushions, and a calm aura.
I sat down, opened my notes, and whispered to myself,
"Okay Siya, you can do this."
And with a deep breath, I started revising.
After giving her the tea, I left for the gym.
Today is her exam—and no matter how much I tell her not to worry, she'll stress anyway. That's just who she is—my little overthinker.
Last night, when I told her not to stress and even joked, "If you want, I can arrange the question paper for you," she looked at me with that expression—her innocent angry glare.
As if I just offered her a cheat sheet during a war.
I had to say quickly, "I'm just kidding, Ranisa."
Because honestly, I don't like when she gets upset with me—even if it's over a joke.
But there's a lot going on around us. A lot more than just her exams.
Mr. and Mrs. Rajput... those people don't even deserve to be called Siya's relatives.
Now they barely manage to get one proper meal a day. They've lost their house... living in a rented one.
He still goes to the office... but won't get a single rupee.
His son? He's not picking up his father's calls—because I made sure no one helps them.
No money, no power, no support.
And his daughter?
He'll never reach her again. Not in this lifetime.
Yes, I can kill them. I can erase them from this world for what they did to my Siya. But no. That would be easy for them. I want them to suffer.
I want them to feel every moment of pain... just like my angel did.
But the one thing I still couldn't solve... is her parents' accident.
Rohan told me someone is blocking the information. Someone powerful.
Who? I don't know yet. But I will find out.
I will turn this world upside down if I have to.
But right now... my focus is Siya.
Then the international deal.
I'm leaving for the deal tomorrow. After I come back, I'll personally handle the rest.
As I was warming up, Arjun walked into the gym.
He started working out beside me and I said,
"You're not coming with me tomorrow."
He stopped mid-rep. "Why? Everything okay?"
I didn't tell him the real reason. I don't know why, but I have this strange feeling... like something is going to happen. Maybe I'm thinking too much.
Maybe Siya's habit of overthinking is rubbing off on me.
So I just said,
"Your presence is needed here. Just take care of everyone."
He didn't question further. He knows when I give an order, it's final.
We both focused on our workout. Two hours passed in silence... only the sound of weights, breath, and metal clashing with effort.
But inside my mind, things weren't quiet.
I've got a deal to crack. A wife to protect. And a past to uncover.
And this time... nothing will stop me.
After revising everything, I went to the bathroom to freshen up. I took a shower and got ready in my cream Anarkali suit. It had soft floral embroidery, and I paired it with a pink dupatta and matching juttis.
Once I checked myself in the mirror and tied my hair in a neat ponytail, I walked to the kitchen.
Maa and chachi were already there, preparing breakfast. I smiled and greeted them,
"Good morning, Maa... Good morning, Chachi."
They both looked at me with a warm smile and said,
"Good morning, Siya. All set for your exam?"
I nodded shyly, "Yes, I revised everything."
I was about to make tea for myself and coffee for Aarav, like always, but Maa stopped me.
"Siya, I already made tea for you and coffee for Aarav. You just focus on your exams today, okay?"
I gave her a small smile and nodded again.
"Okay, Maa."
I carefully placed the cups on a tray and walked toward Aarav's study. He was already sitting with his laptop open. I placed the tray on the table and sat beside him.
We both started sipping slowly.
"Today Maa made your coffee," I said, looking at him.
He looked at me with a little smile and said,"She did right. You should only focus on your exams, Ranisa."
I smiled again, sipping the warm tea.His presence always made me feel calm.
After a while, I spoke, "Avi... I was thinking... after my last exam, I'll tell Trisha and Karan about our marriage."
He looked at me and simply said, "Okay. Do as you like."
Still, I wasn't sure. I looked down and mumbled, "Will they be angry at me?"
He placed his cup down and looked at me seriously.
"I told you, Siya... if they're your true friends, they'll understand. You didn't do anything wrong. And don't stress yourself thinking about this. Just focus on your exam. I'll take care of the rest."
I slowly nodded, but my heart was feeling heavy.
He's leaving tomorrow... for one whole week. I didn't say anything to him, but...
now that he's with me every day, it feels like he's a part of my routine... a part of me.
How will I stay without him?
I was lost in my thoughts when he looked at me and asked,
"What happened now?"
I quickly looked away and said, "Nothing."
He didn't believe that. He held my hand gently and kissed the back of it.
"You don't have to hide anything from me, Ranisa. Not even your overthinking. I know you too well."
His voice was soft and assuring.
"Don't worry. I'll call you every day. And you can call me anytime, okay? Morning, evening, even at midnight. You're and will always be my first priority, Siya."
My heart melted.
I hugged him tightly and whispered, "I'll miss you, Avi."
He kissed the top of my head and said with a soft smile,
"I'll miss you too... my little overthinker."
And just like that, all my fear faded away... because when he says I'm his first priority, I believe it.
After breakfast, Maa made me eat yogurt and sugar, as it's a tradition before an exam.
I wasn't used to these little gestures of care.
No one had ever done this for me before.
Before every exam in the past, I had always been alone.
But now, I had a family who cared for me, and that thought made tears well up in my eyes.
"Are you okay, beta?" Papa asked, his face full of concern as he noticed the tears in my eyes. "Did someone say something to you? Tell me who it is, and I'll handle them."
I quickly shook my head. "No, Papa, no one said anything. I'm just happy," I said, trying to hold back the tears.
Papa pulled me into a side hug. "Good. But no more tears. You go, give your exam, and when you come back, we'll bake the cookies together."
I nodded, my heart swelling with love. I felt so blessed to have them in my life. I had never experienced this kind of warmth before.
Aarav was waiting for me outside, and today, he said he would drop me off for my first exam. I felt like I was giving my first exam in my entire life. The nerves and excitement were overwhelming.
We reached the college, and just before I got out of the car, Aarav held my hand and looked at me with that intense gaze of his.
"Don't stress yourself too much, okay?" he said softly. "And I'm telling you, if you want the question paper, I can—"
Before he could finish, I slapped his chest lightly. "Don't say such things!" I told him, shaking my head. "I don't want any help. I'm going to give my exam on my own."
He chuckled softly, "I know, I know. If you can handle me, then you can handle anything in this world."
I couldn't help but blush at his words. He always knows how to make me feel... special.
He leaned in and kissed me on the forehead. "All the best for your exam," he whispered, his voice full of warmth.
Just as I was about to step out of the car, my phone rang. I picked it up, and it was Anaya calling. She wished me the best of luck for my exam, and I smiled at her kindness.
"Thank you, Anaya," I said, my voice soft. After a quick goodbye, I hung up and stepped out of the car, my heart fluttering with both nerves and excitement. I could do this. I had to.
After the exam, Trisha asked me, "Siya, let's go have something in the cafeteria. I didn't eat anything in the morning because I was so stressed out."
I agreed, feeling a bit more relaxed now that the exam was over. We walked to the cafeteria, and Karan joined us soon after. We all ordered sandwiches and shakes of different flavors, and as we waited for our food, Trisha and I started discussing the exam
"I think I did okay," I said, but Trisha added, "Same here. I'm happy it's over."
Just as we were talking, Karan interrupted, "Why are you two doing unnecessary discussions? What's done is done. Discussing won't change anything, and if you realize you wrote something wrong, it'll just add to your stress for the upcoming exams."
Trisha shot him a playful glare. "We're not like you, Karan. So don't interfere."
He raised his hands in surrender. "Okay, okay, but mark my words, when the results come, I'll have more marks than both of you." And just like that, they both started their usual playful banter. I couldn't help but smile at them, feeling a little lighthearted.
After finishing our food, we made our way to the parking lot. I said my goodbyes to both of them and then walked towards the car. When I opened the door, I froze for a moment. Aarav was sitting inside
I couldn't help myself and quickly threw my arms around him in a tight hug. He chuckled, and I felt a warmth spread through me.
"How was the exam?" he asked, his voice steady and comforting.
"It was very good," I told him, my smile never fading. "If I knew you were here, I would have come earlier."
He smiled knowingly, "I know. You were with your friends."
I looked at him. "You could've messaged me. I would have come."
He shook his head slightly, his eyes calm. "It's okay. You enjoy your time with your friends. I can wait for you."
II smiled, my heart feeling full. He always understood me—even without me saying a word.
I placed my head gently on his chest as the car began to move.
The partition was already up when I entered, but I hadn't noticed it until now.
Like always, he had made sure it was just us.
It was our little bubble now, just the two of us.
I was smiling... feeling light, safe, and loved.
But then... he said something.
And all my happiness faded in an instant.