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Thirteenth Chapter تیروا باب

In the bustling atmosphere of the Khan family breakfast, laughter and conversation flowed freely. Ayaan and Abeer, blissfully unaware, were cradled in the arms of their mothers, sharing tender moments. Yet, amidst the apparent harmony, Rayyan keenly observed Maha's silent longing as her gaze lingered on the children.

Days had passed since the rift between them, and Rayyan had chosen silence, hoping it would awaken a realization within Maha. However, the unexpected consequence was the ache that resonated in her eyes when she thought no one was watching. The distance between them weighed heavily on Rayyan's heart, a palpable absence in the shared moments they once cherished.

It wasn't that he wanted to ignore her; love had tethered them, and he yearned for the rekindling of that connection. Yet, the hurt in Maha's eyes, the unspoken plea for understanding, tugged at his soul. The heartbreaking irony lay in the fact that the very act of withdrawal intended to mend had only deepened the fractures between them.

As the clatter of dishes and familial laughter surrounded them, Rayyan grappled with the silent agony of their unspoken turmoil, aching for the day when their shared glances would no longer be filled with unshed tears and the void between them would be bridged by a healing touch.

Maha keenly felt the weight of Rayyan's silent withdrawal, and the realization of her own role in their strained relationship pierced her heart. The hurt and anger simmered within her, intertwined with the ache of unfulfilled dreams.

Yet, in the midst of her own turmoil, a silent plea resonated within her: Could he not understand the depths of her yearning? She longed to be a mother, to revel in the laughter and joy of raising their children together. Her desire wasn't merely for any child but for Rayyan's children—her unspoken declaration of love etched in the fabric of her actions.

She grappled with the unspoken confession that danced on the fringes of her heart. Unable to articulate her feelings verbally, her actions whispered louder than words ever could. The ache in her eyes, the lingering gaze on other children, all painted a canvas of longing and love that she hoped Rayyan would decipher.

Amidst the clatter of family life, Maha yearned for a bridge between them, a connection that could transcend the unspoken and mend the rift between two souls entwined in the silent dance of unfulfilled desires and untold emotions.

Rehana Begum, while content with Hadia's happiness and grateful for Rayyan's presence in their lives, couldn't shake the growing concern for Maha and Rayyan's strained relationship. The sudden surge of baby fever in Maha wasn't inherently problematic, as she understood the natural yearning for motherhood.

Observing Maha's changing demeanor, Rehana noticed a stark shift in her daughter's behavior. The once amiable Maha now harbored a curt disposition, responding with snarky remarks and terse replies. The warmth that once defined her interactions was replaced by an uncharacteristic sharpness, evident even in her dealings with family.

Rehana, sensing an underlying turmoil, harbored hopes that Maha would realize Rayyan's absence and perhaps understand the silent plea in his withdrawal. Yet, the broader concern lingered in the air—the emotional distance that seemed to be growing within the family, casting a shadow over the once harmonious bonds they shared.
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As the family bustled with preparations for a close friend's son's wedding, Maha adorned herself in the solitude of her room. The air held a palpable tension, a silent testimony to the unspoken grievances between her and Rayyan.

He entered the room without a glance, a subtle yet piercing blow to Maha's fragile emotions. Oblivious to her gaze reflected in the mirror, he proceeded with his own preparations, choosing not to acknowledge her presence. The silence between them echoed louder than any spoken words, marking the painful distance that had taken root in their once-shared sanctuary.