I Hate That I Loved You!

23- Your surprise is delivered

In Rizi's study room:

Jason, Sara and Rizi were discussing on Rizi's pending court matters related to prison.

Rizi was sitting on her leather chair.
Jason and Sara were seated on opposite side of the desk.

"Congratulations Zi! All remaining formalities are done. Everything related to court is over. Now you won't have to worry about court issues anymore. You can travel abroad and accompany Leo if required, for his further medical treatment anytime."
Sitting opposite side of the desk, on one of the visitor chairs, Sara spoke in a soft voice.

She remembered the first time she saw Rizi in the prison.
She was reluctant to accept her case, but Jason insisted to meet her personally before making any final decision.

Her pale haggard face and helpless look tugged some strings in her heart.

She felt an instant connection.

The moment she heard her story from her point of view, she decided she will fight for her.

She cannot let her suffer in that hell of a prison without any fault. It's been many years, she has seen her becoming more stronger and powerful. She held deep sense of admiration towards Rizi.

Finally, she has helped her close remaining court formalities. She felt a great sense of achievement because it was for her dear friend. She was able to reduce her burden to some extent.

"Well" Rizi took a deep breath. Her eyes turned misty "it's been so many years. Thank you for handling this."

Sara leaned forward and placed her palm on Rizi's hand that trembled slightly on the desk. She pressed it lightly to console her.

Rizi gave a brief nod to her.
She was thankful to Sara. She has become a sister to her. Rizi felt something warm flowing in her heart. She cannot express in words how much grateful she felt, for her support all along.

She felt she has many happy things to look forward to when everything will be over.

When she is with Leo, Sara and Jason, she forgets all her throbbing pain from the past. But as soon as she comes out of her happy circle her mind only revolves around revenge and ongoing investigation about her D'Souzas and Bennettis.

Jason observed the two smart and strong women in his life. His chest swell with pride.

One was her childhood friend who has fight all odds and is becoming stronger day by day.

The other one equally strong,gutsy and independent who has added a new perspective and color in his life by her mere presence.

At this time, Rizi's mobile phone rang, she picked up and saw caller id.
"It's Zack. Excuse me."

Rizi held her mobile phone and pushed the door of the balcony to go outside.

Sara's eyes followed her back. She knew that she appears strong in front of them, but she is hurt and fragile little doll from inside.

Sara sighed heavily.

At the same time, a pair of blue eyes turned towards her from the balcony door.

The adoration in his eyes was obvious.

Jason observed Sara's mood. He understood how worried she is about Rizi. He too worries a lot about her and Leo.

His big palm touched one of the Sara's little hand which was rested on her knee under the desk.

Sara was shocked momentarily and became stiff, but she was too embarrassed to look at him. So she lowered her head and bit her lips.