"Tender Promise"

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ONE COMMENT AND A VOTE PLEASE!!

The room was filled with an air of anxious anticipation as everyone desperately awaited Karishma's return to consciousness. However, amidst this tense atmosphere, Haseena's keen eye caught the signs of restlessness in her beloved. Karishma's face flushed with distress, beads of sweat forming, her back arching with labored breathing, and the worry lines etching into her expression. Her mouth hung open as she gasped for air, painting a portrait of profound concern and aching hope for her recovery.....

Haseena acted swiftly, moving to Karishma's side on the bed, gently rubbing her chest and hands in an attempt to soothe her distress. Her worry deepened as she urgently instructed Meera, "Meera, get the doctor fast." The urgency in Haseena's voice was a clear indication of the seriousness of the situation, and her primary concern was Karishma's well-being....

Haseena quickly reached for a glass of water and brought it near Karishma's lips, gently tilting it to provide some relief, hoping that water would help calm Karishma's deteriorating health.....

As Karishma choked on the water, her eyes shot open, and she began breathing heavily. Water spilled from her mouth, and her eyes rolled backward, making her look quite distressed. Haseena acted quickly, making Karishma lean against her, hugging her closely and gently rubbing her back as Karishma continued to cough, trying to help her recover from the choking episode......

Haseena whispered soothingly in Karishma's ear, "Everything is fine... Relax..." She continued to rub Karishma's back and gave it a gentle pat in between, trying to reassure her. Gradually, Karishma began to calm down, although she still breathed heavily from the choking incident......

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Karishma, despite her burned hand, took it upon herself to set the table for their meal. Occasionally, she accidentally touched her injured hand to the table, wincing in pain but determined not to burden Haseena. She knew Haseena was already busy preparing the parathas, and she wanted to contribute to their meal, showing her love and care in her own way.....

Haseena emerged from the kitchen, carrying the meal, and spotted Karishma setting the table despite her injured and blistered hand. Anger welled up within her once more. She placed the food on the table but quickly grabbed Karishma's hand, forcibly taking it away from the table. Haseena then guided her wife to sit on the couch in the living room, all without saying a word. Her anger was palpable in her actions, leaving Karishma bewildered, as she couldn't fathom the reason behind Haseena's anger....

Haseena was in the process of taking the first Aid from the table when Karishma, concerned and curious, asked, "Haseena? What happened, love?" It didn't take her long to grasp the reason behind Haseena's anger. Her throat tightened as Haseena once again grabbed her hand and silently began applying ointment to her injured hand, still not uttering a word to Karishma. The unspoken care and concern spoke volumes in the quiet moment between them....

Haseena, her frustration and concern bubbling over, shouted at Karishma. "What sorry, Karishma? This is not the first time of you being careless. It happens every time. Even now, when I asked you to stay out of the kitchen, you started setting the table without caring for your hands, and now look at them – you got blisters," Haseena scolded, her eyes filling with tears at the mere thought of anything happening to Karishma. Her anger was born out of love and concern for her wife's well-being.

Karishma, fully aware of her mistakes, took Haseena into her arms, understanding that past events had made Haseena more possessive and concerned about her safety. She lovingly kissed the top of Haseena's head and apologized, "I am really sorry... I promise I will not do anything like that again." Haseena, moved by Karishma's words and actions, melted in her embrace and began sobbing, her tears a mix of relief, love, and the overwhelming emotions they shared....

Haseena, still overcome with emotion, responded, "No, you say it every time," as she shook her head negatively against Karishma's chest. Her concern and frustration were clear, and she wanted Karishma to truly understand the impact of her actions.....

Haseena, still not entirely convinced, continued to shake her head negatively while sobbing against Karishma's chest. Karishma's own eyes began to well up with tears. She realized the depth of Haseena's sensitivity and concern for her, as it was the first time she had seen her cry like this, especially over a relatively small matter. The moment was a testament to their deep emotional connection.....

"Look at me, Hasee," Karishma gently urged, cupping Haseena's face and turning it to face herself. In a rare moment, she called Haseena by the nickname "Hasee." As she gazed into her wife's red, tear-stained face, Karishma wiped away Haseena's tears with her thumbs, her own tears flowing from her eyes. The shared vulnerability and love between them were palpable in that tender moment....

"Please don't cry like this; it aches my heart," Karishma implored, shaking her head negatively. Her voice carried a hollowness, and she gently kissed each of Haseena's eyes, a gesture filled with love and a desire to ease her wife's distress....

"I promise," Karishma affirmed with a nod of her head, her commitment to taking better care of herself evident in her eyes. They sealed their promise with a slow yet passionate kiss before parting. Haseena guided Karishma to the table, where they sat side by side.

Haseena teased Karishma playfully, saying, "Let's have some parathas made by the special chef Karishma Singh." As they sat down, Haseena served the parathas on a plate and offered the first morsel to Karishma. However, Karishma shook her head negatively and gently turned Haseena's hand towards herself, taking the morsel and feeding it to her wife first, a sweet and loving gesture that spoke volumes about their connection.....

Haseena closed her eyes, savoring the delicious paratha with the soft, boiled potatoes melting in her mouth. It was a taste like no other, and she relished every bite. As she enjoyed the flavors, she could feel the different spices tickling her taste buds. Meanwhile, Karishma watched her with sparkling eyes, eagerly awaiting Haseena's review, her heart filled with hope and anticipation.....

Haseena reciprocated by feeding Karishma the next bite, and Karishma's expression mirrored the delight Haseena had shown. As she enjoyed the bite, Haseena shared her thoughts, "It's the most delicious dish I've ever had." She sealed her compliment with a sweet kiss on Karishma's cheek, expressing her love and appreciation for the meal and the one who had prepared it....

Karishma's eyes sparkled with excitement as she eagerly asked Haseena, "You liked it?" Haseena chuckled at her wife's enthusiasm and replied, "It's like getting water after being thirsty for days." Her analogy conveyed just how much she had enjoyed the meal, and her words filled Karishma with pride and happiness....

Haseena and Karishma continued to enjoy their meal, with Haseena taking care to feed Karishma herself to ensure her burned hand didn't touch anything. Their love and concern for each other were evident in these moments of care and attention.....

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Karishma had calmed down somewhat but still clung to Haseena, her heart beating rapidly as the doctor entered the room. The doctor began her examination, attaching the stethoscope to Karishma's back even as she remained in Haseena's comforting embrace....

The doctor provided some medications and reassured Haseena, "Please give her these medications; she is absolutely fine now." Haseena nodded in acknowledgment but found it challenging to separate Karishma from her embrace. She tried to comfort Karishma, saying, "Karishma, everything is fine now. No one is here." She attempted to ease her anxiety and reassure her of their safety.

"Where is she?" Karishma asked Haseena, inquiring about Meera's whereabouts....

"She is with the doctor and will be here in just a few minutes," Haseena reassured Karishma....

Haseena said in a loving tone, "Please have your medication." Karishma nodded and took the tablet, swallowing it with water just as Meera entered the room....

"Thank God you're okay," Meera exclaimed, her voice trembling with relief as she tightly embraced her best friend, tears streaming down her face. Her emotional hug served as a release for the tension she had been bottling up in her heart for so long....

"I'm fine, Meera... Please, don't cry," Karishma said soothingly, her hand gently stroking Meera's head. Meera nodded, pulling away from the embrace and quickly wiping her eyes.....

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