Ishi Malik is a simple girl who is in love with a guy but what if their lovey-dovey romance comes to an end as they keep arguing over silly things? Do you think she can handle such emotions and do you think she'll able to decide between being with h...
Things have been better now between Ishi and Shrinkhal but they were taking things slow. I knew Ishi very well but I didn't know I would be able to understand Shrinkhal a lot more better than her now. Maybe because we lived apart for some many years and I can observe Shrinkhal more.
He's more expressive than Ishi, who just wants to hide her emotions and barely expose herself. I can't even read into her mind and understand anything but all I know is that they're doing better. I saw them enjoying the rain again which is one of the most intimate parts of their relationship.
I am just so proud of Ishi who has turned into such a strong and independent human being in these past years. I have seen her darkest and lowest phase of her life and wherever she is now, I am happy. I don't think they will ever find someone better than each other as their life partners.
I turned my gaze into the kitchen and saw Guru looking at them and smiling to himself from afar. I got up from the dinner table as I had just finished my coffee. I discarded the cup in the wash basin and stood next to him while observing him. He didn't even realize I was looking at him. When he finally does he is all shy.
"I am sorry, I didn't see you."
"It's okay. I didn't mind."
"I am glad that they're back together. Everything is fine now."
"Maybe for now but you never know when will Ankita re-enter into their lives," I told him able the near future possibilities.
"I swear to God I will kill her by own hands. I hate that girl from day one."
"I know!" I exclaimed.
"I am truly happy that they've found each other before. We were so much fun before, no worries nothing. But that's fine unless and until they're holding onto each other."
"Yeah! They're lucky that they've found their soulmate in each other."
"I guess some people are unlucky to never find one."
"Agreed. Sometimes it's fine and sometimes it's so lonely when you have no one to lean your head onto." I spoke my heart out.
"Oh! I can agree to the lonely part because I have been such an unlucky guy in relationships and this love stuff."
"Oh God! You've never fallen in love."
"I guess."
We decided to talk more and let the two lovebirds be otherwise it'll be so creepy to look at them. We strode up on the terrace and sat under shelter. The rainwater was dripping down on our feet. Before coming I wrapped myself in a big hoodie which I guess was Ishi's.
To not feel super cold I took out a cigarette pack and lit one cigarette. While exhaling the smoke I looked at Guru and offered him. He took the puff and gave it back to me. Nobody spoke. I was enjoying this silence. I always wanted to feel comfortable in silence too and Chirag failed to do that.
"Have you ever dated any guy?" He asked while crushing the cigarette butt under his right foot.
"Yeah. For like 8 years!" I let out a chuckle realizing that I was such a scaredy cat to even get out of a toxic relationship.
"Still with him?" He raised his brow and looked up to the sky.
"Umm...no it was super toxic."
"It took 8 years for you to realize?"
"I realized too long back but it took me years to gather the courage and break off things from him. My emotions were bound and when I broke free from him--"
"You went to Canada for a fresh start! Sorry, but I and Ishi talk."
"You guys talked about me?"
"Of course, some strange girl was going to be living between us so I had to know."
I smiled and looked at his face which was all turned red.
"How come you never dated anyone?"
"Hm. I never have the guts for having--"
"A heartbreak? Yeah, I and Ishi talk too."
He shrugged, "Yes and I never found a girl who liked me."
"That's impossible!" I spoke defensively.
"That's true." He spoke calmly.
"I believe in destiny and I am sure you will find someone for sure."
"Yeah! But to be honest, you're totally of my type. Not flexing or something I liked you when Ishi told me about you."
"Haha, I liked you when you bumped into the wall and that was cute."
He blushed it off and as the rain stopped he got up and stood by the railing. I stood next to him and ran my gaze against his. He was looking at the beautiful serene atmosphere and hills. We stole glances in between and blushed whenever got the chance.
I never thought I would be so open to someone and tell them what's exactly on my mind. I guess Ishi was right that he might be the right guy to date but maybe I am not ready to date someone and invest so much time and emotions. That's tiring.
"Isn't relationships too tiring?" I spoke without looking at him.
"Could be but with the right person you'll barely put any effort and still feel loved."
I silently nodded and began to think what he meant. We enjoyed the atmosphere a bit more time and walked downstairs to prepare food as we both like to cook and I am not even sure if he'll fail in his experiment or will be fine.
I am just hoping for the best for every one of us. We'll face everything together and be the strongest. I love my family and am grateful to find them like this.
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A/N: I wrote this chapter in one sitting and this just came so naturally I didn't plan Guru and Alia's love part but I guess this is what is destined. I'll go with my instinct. Thank God my ADHD didn't mess up my concentration this time. I am glad to write this. I am thankful to every one of you for reading this book as this is close to my heart. Also, I might be posting more frequently now as I am home because I am sick urgh! I hate eating khichadi. Also one of the readers made a beautiful book cover for the book. I am thankful for alwaysonhiatus_14 see you soon 💯💜
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