Mistress Asthana

CHAPTER NINE: SISTER FRIEND

"How could your thoughts be so shallow? Why would you think I'd do such a thing?" I spat angrily. I was shocked to the core, and I was so disappointed that Huda would think that of me. I mean she is much more sensible than Aleena.

"No brother, my thoughts are not shallow. In fact, only someone who thinks deeply will come to know that you are the culprit. I didn't just come here to lay a baseless accusation. I came here after putting two and two together" she said accusingly. Her words broke my heart further. She wasn't just suspecting me, she was so sure that I did it.

"Look here Huda, enough of your nonsense okay. You can't just walk in here and start spewing nonsense" I said angrily. Was I such a bad person? Why would my own siblings even come to such conclusions? The more thoughts I had about it, the more it maddened me.

"The letter says it all. I knew right from start that you were strongly against the marriage, then you went to father to give your consent and foolish me believed you. I should have known that you were upto something. And to think that you went this fa..." She started but I cut her off. I had enough of her nonsense already. And it took all of my self control to not strike her across the face.

"Shut up Huda, just shut up! it's very clear to me now that you have lost your sense of reasoning. To be honest, I feel hurt that you of all people would think so low of me" I said through gritted teeth.

"You Know I always speak the truth regardless the situation, call me a lunatic but I'll still tell you the truth, #Santalma golden rule 307..." She began but I cut her off again. I knew that particular rule by heart.

"A man who uses force is afraid of reasoning, And we only fear that which is beyond our powers" I completed and she only glared at me in response.

"And to be honest, I have never been more insulted than today. Your choice of quote clearly points out what you think about me. You think I'm just some brainless man who will use force to get what he wants. I am a Santalma by birth and you know very well that in the heart of every born Santalma, the hatred for violence is inbuilt." I said matter of factly. The girl didn't seem to believe me, her facial expressions made that clear.

"Hmm! Well said brother, well said. Earlier you asked me why my thoughts were so shallow didn't you? And I gave you my answer. So now I pose the Question, Why are your thoughts so shallow? Why did you decide to go against our principles just for your selfish reasons? Tell me" She deadpanned.

I stared back at her in shock. At this very point I was frustrated. I was about to lose my cool and it wouldn't be good for the both of us if that happened.

"You know what? Just get out of my sight" I Said in a low but angry tone. I wasn't just angry, I was furious.

"Now you want me to get out of your room. Well, I won't leave without telling you what I came to tell you. I want you to back off and let the wedding happen in peace. Because I promise you I'll stop at nothing to protect that girl. Do what you want but I won't let you have your way this time" she comfortably spewed nonsense from her mouth which annoyed me further.

I stepped closer to her until there was a little space between us. My tall frame was hovering over her and she kept her eyes glued to the floor. She knew better than to look meet my gaze at that point. I took in a deep breath and glared daggers onto her skin. At that point I was sure she felt my dominance because she began to shiver due to fear.

"Get out" I ordered in a deadly tone. Without another word, she made her way to the door and exited the room giving the door a loud bang. What was wrong with all those people thinking I was responsible for such an uncouth behavior.

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Fannah

I woke up feeling very tired and exhausted. My bed felt unusually soft and comfy, The room was cold and my shawl was thicker than normal, not only was it thick but it was also very soft like a kitten's fur. My brows furrowed in confusion and I opened my eyes to take in my surroundings.