Shield- Protecting the one you love

Chapter 24

Third-person POV:

It's been a year since Tanet left Veera and his friends. For the first six months, Veera searched for him frantically but as time passed, he realized that Tanet had planned everything thoroughly before leaving everyone behind. He left his car keys, phone, and all his cards at his house before going away. He just withdrew a small amount of cash a day before his disappearance. Veera even tried to track him using his watch but this time he left it at home. Veera was losing hope slowly. His parents and sister started to worry about him. Finally, his dad decided to talk to him.

Veera was seated opposite his dad who was just staring at him for the last 5 mins.

Veera's dad: Veera

Veera: Hmm

Veera's dad: I know Tanet is the love of your life and losing him isn't easy on you. But you need to move forward son. Tanet left as per his wish and he doesn't want to come back into your life. Why are you punishing yourself for that? I am not asking you to forget him but please don't destroy the career you have worked so hard for. Please come back to the office and take charge of your team.

Veera: I... I can't dad.

Veera's dad: You have to Veera. Maybe keeping your mind occupied will help you relieve some pain and tension.

Veera: Dad...Why did he leave? Did I do something wrong? Did he ever love me?

Veera's dad: He loves you a lot son. He loves you so much that he thinks you are better off without him. He has sacrificed everything because he wanted you to be happy and successful.

Veera: But I am not happy. He is my happiness.

Veera's dad sighs loudly.

Veera's dad: Just remember what he wrote in his letter.

Veera's thoughts go back to that day when he received Tanet's letter from his lawyer.

Flashback:

After Veera was informed that Tanet left him and everyone else without a word, he was devastated. He came home and dropped down on the floor, tears coming out of his eyes. When his parents and sister came home, they saw a miserable and sad Veera lying on the floor.

Veera's mom: Son, what happened? Why are you lying on the floor like this?

His dad and sister got him off the floor and made him sit on the couch.

Waan: P, what happened? Where is Tanet?

Veera does not say anything and just hand over a piece of paper to Waan. She reads it out loud.

Dear Vee

,I know my decision has hurt you badly but please understand that it is for your good. I always thought I am self-sufficient and don't need anyone to take care of me. But then, you came into my life and swept me off my feet. I felt so loved and cherished in your arms. But as someone rightfully said, all good things come to an end. We are not destined to be together.You are the best possible thing that happened in my life but I am the worst thing that can happen to anyone. I have lost or hurt every single person who came into my life, my parents, my friends, you. I am born with bad luck. I am not worth you Veera. I am scared that I will lose you forever or something bad will happen to you because of me being with you. So I decided to go away from everyone. Please forget me and start a new life.Please say sorry to mom, dad, and Waan for hurting everyone. Please work hard and achieve success in your business. I wish and pray for your happiness. Once again I am sorry for hurting you.

YoursTanet.

Waan hugs her brother tight after reading the letter. She knew how much he loved Tanet. She wished he had spoken to her brother before taking a one-sided decision. She consoles her brother.

Flashback ends.

Veera's dad: Veera, you need to pull yourself together. You can no longer ignore your responsibilities. Please start going to work and maybe you will find him somewhere, some day.V

eera looks at his dad and then looks down.

Veera's dad: Veera, Tanet left because he thought he is bad luck and you will be destroyed because of his presence. Just think what will happen if he finds you in this condition when he returns. How frustrated and sad he will be if he knows you destroyed your life and career because of him. Do you want to prove that he is right and he is bad luck?

Veera: NO.

Veera's dad: Then work hard and become a successful man Veera. And then bring Tanet back into your life and love and respect.

Veera looks at his head with tears in his eyes. His dad hugs him tight.

Veera's dad: Everything will be alright son. He will come back to you believe in you I believe in your love. Just don't lose hope.Veera nods his head.

Veera: I will join the office tomorrow. I will work hard and make our business a huge success. I will find him, dad. I will.

Veera's dad smiles at him on seeing the determined look on his face.

Veera's dad: All the best...