Absolutely, Muffin! ( A Deepak Chahar Fanfiction )

Chapter 9

Deepak

I dropped Nala and was driving home. I kinda wanted to stay with her and spend more time.

I love the sound of her laugh. So carefree, so charming. I really enjoy spending time with her. She accepts me for what I am and I feel like she won't judge me when I tell her my past.

But I'm not ready.

When I'm telling nala everything, I don't want her to leave. I don't want to lose her.
I look forward to seeing her everyday, to enjoy the sweet treats she makes.

I haven't been able to tell her about my baking. I want to bake with her one day. Make our own specials.

I wanna make her my brownies. I know for sure she'll love it. But not so soon.

I felt like a monster. I tried breaking my friends apart. But when I'm with her, none of this runs in my head. I'm too scared to get close to Nala. I'm scared I'll break her heart too.

I don't sleep well in the night. Aria asking me to leave the house, her face with tears flowing down, shreyas in the hospital bed keeps running in my head reminding me of what a selfish person I've been.

I don't love Aria anymore. I moved on pretty quickly, but the whole incident still haunts me.

The main reason why I moved to new Zealand was because dad was so furious at me for quitting Cricket. He basically kicked me out of the house. And malti, I didn't wanna face her after she provoked me into cheating my friends.

Occasionally I feel like contacting Rahul. I miss that idiot. But I need to explain to him why I left and I don't think he'll accept me for what I am.

It's better this way.

It's better to stay away from the people I care about.

Sometimes I lose control. I get frustrated at myself and I have my own way of dealing with thing that I don't ever want Nala to know. She's too pure for it.

She's been asking me about myself, but I can't get myself to tell her anything.
I feel miserable for ignoring her and hurting her.

I hope I can make up for it.

I reached home and opened the door.

The darkness and silence welcomed me as usual. I sighed and went to take a shower.

This house lacks life.

It's too empty, just like me I guess.

I got out of the shower and wore a blue shirt and grey formal pants. I looked into the mirror folding the sleeves higher.

I smiled thinking about Enala.

She called me an assassin today and she was so scared to get on my bike. She held on to me so tight today, but it felt like a child's grip.

She's so small and cute.

I chuckled thinking about that girl.

I haven't felt this way in a very long time.

Once I was done, I drove to Macy's. That's where our client meetings usually happen.

Its chill and not too formal.

I drove in front of Nala's cafe, slowing down to see if she's there. She was closing, wiping the tables with shawn. They were laughing.

Are they a thing? They seem to be really close and she's so comfortable with him.
I was about to ask her the other day but couldn't.

I drove away before she noticed me.

I didn't wanna go in again and seem desperate.

When I reached Macy's, Arjun was already waiting there.

"D man. How's the tummy?", He asked, giving me a bro hug.

Tummy? Oh fuck I lied to him.

"It's alright now", I said.

I didn't wanna tell him about Nala coz he won't stop making things awkward between us.

"Did you go to the cafe today?", He asked.

"Um no", I said.

"I went in the evening. Got some amazing cupcakes. I've gained weight", he said holding his tummy and shaking it.

"Yeah you keep eating all those stuff Nala bakes everyday, you'll turn into a hippo in a few days", I chuckled.

"It's worth it", he grinned.

It sure is.

"D man, does Nala know you were a cricketer?", He asked.

"Nope".

"But don't you think she would know coz she's Indian and all", he said.

He does have a point. But if she did, she would have asked me right?

"Are you gonna tell her?", He asked.

"I'm thinking about it man. Not anytime soon", I said.

"Hmm.. she asked me why you're so silent but I didn't tell her anything", he said.

"Thanks. I should explain it to her", I said playing with my glass.

"Does she know about your.."

"No. I don't plan on telling her that. You don't tell her either", I said sternly.

"But she'll get to know sometime or the other".

"I'll make sure she doesnt", I said.

"Claire's here", he said getting up as our
Client reached.

I like this job. Ive always been interested in real estates so when I met Arjun we immediately partnered up.

Arjun is an annoying fucker.

He'll suck the living soul out of you but he'll also be there for you no matter what.
He reminds me of Rahul maybe that's why we gelled so well.

After the meeting and dinner, I was wondering how Nala went home. Should I go see if she's reached home.

No Deepak don't be silly. She needs some space too. You can go see her tomorrow.

Thinking about her I drove home. I got into bed and as usual couldn't sleep.

As I turned around in bed, I thought about today.

I don't know if I should call it a date. But it felt like one.

Especially when it rained, and when she was in my arms. I didn't wanna let go. But I didn't know if she was comfortable.

If I thought I developed feelings for Aria quickly, Nala is sky rocketing into my heart.

Nala is so genuine. Her aura itself is so positive and I'm willing to wait for her.
I need to prepare myself for the worst and the best.

And with Nala I don't mind taking time.

Because the longer you wait for something, the more you appreciate it when you get it. Because anything worth having is always worth the wait.

And Nala is definitely worth everything.

Another short one today but in Deepak's pov.
Hope you like it.
Love,
S❤️