~ 𝐍𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐁𝐮𝐭 𝐒𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐒𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 ~

Chapter 21

Pratha's POV:
He pinned me against the wall, closing the distance between us. His steps erased any space that remained. I could feel his warm breath on my skin, sending shivers down my spine. My heart raced as I looked into his intense eyes, wondering what he would do next. The air crackled with tension, and I couldn't deny the magnetic pull between us.

"Garv wh-" I was about to question him, but he gently placed his finger on my lips, silencing me.

"Shhh... just let it all happen," he whispered. Hearing his words, I closed my eyes, unsure of what to do in this overwhelming situation. It felt surreal, like a dream turned into reality. With his finger on my lips and his other hand caressing my cheeks, my heart raced, pounding in my chest as his touch sent electric waves through my body. I was captivated by his actions, my mind and heart entangled in a whirlwind of emotions.

"Why didn't you come to the restaurant, Pratha? I was waiting for you," Garv whispered softly. I was at a loss for words, unable to speak due to the overwhelming emotions and sensations flooding through me. His fingers continued to brush against my lips and cheeks, sending tingles down my spine. The warmth of his breath on my skin added to the intensity of the moment, leaving me breathless and captivated by his presence. It was as if time stood still, and all that mattered was the connection between us in that very moment.

"I'm asking you something..." Garv whispered, his voice filled with a mix of curiosity and a hint of frustration. I could feel the intensity in his words, as if he desperately wanted an answer from me. The sound of his voice sent a shiver down my spine, making it clear that this was a moment that held great significance for both of us.

"Actually, ga-" I was about to respond, but he pulled me closer, his hand firmly gripping my bare waist. The sudden closeness sent a rush of warmth through me, making my heart race even faster. I could feel the electricity in the air, the anticipation of what was to come. It was a moment filled with both excitement and a hint of vulnerability, as we stood there, connected by an invisible thread of desire. I opened my eyes, startled by his sudden action. At that moment, it became clear to me that he was losing control. His eyes held a mix of desire and urgency, and I could feel the intensity of his emotions radiating from him. It was as if the connection between us had reached a tipping point, and we were both teetering on the edge of something exhilarating and unknown.

"Stop me, Pratha, or... I will do a sin," he whispered, his voice filled with a mix of desperation and longing. My heart raced as I looked into his eyes, understanding the depth of his emotions.

"Garv, please... just leave," I pleaded, my voice trembling with a mix of fear and determination. I couldn't bear the thought of succumbing to temptation and risking the harmony we had carefully built between us. I knew deep down that crossing that line would only lead to heartache and regret. It was in that moment that I found the strength to stand my ground, to protect us both from the consequences of our actions. He finally released his grip on my waist and reluctantly let me go. The expression on his face spoke volumes - it was a mix of longing and resignation. It was clear that he didn't want to engage in such actions with me, but the pull of desire had been strong. In that moment, we both realized the importance of respecting boundaries and making choices that aligned with our values. It was a bittersweet realization, but ultimately, it was the right decision for both of us.

" I'm sorry..." Garv said.

"It's okay, Garv," I replied softly, my voice filled with a mix of compassion and understanding.

Garv's POV:
What the hell am I going to do with her? She may forgive me, but how can I forgive myself? She's a pure soul, and look at me—I was about to taint her purity with a sinful act. I can't forgive myself for this.

"I think I should leave," I said, feeling the weight of my guilt.

"Garv, please stay..." Pratha pleaded, her hand reaching out to hold mine for the first time. It was a moment of vulnerability, and I couldn't help but be drawn to her touch.

"Forever?" I asked, my heart conflicting with my mind. Why was I asking such questions when she had made it clear that she had moved on from me?

"I mean, I can't stay here forever, right? So, I think I should go home. See you tomorrow," I said, diverting the conversation to a safer topic. Deep down, though, I knew that the turmoil within me would continue until I found a way to make amends and find forgiveness within myself.

" Bye..." I said.

" Yeah, b - Bye..." pratha said.

Siddharth's POV:

"Hey Avni, why are you out of the room, beta?" I asked, a hint of confusion in my voice.

Avni explained, "Actually, Nanu, Garv wants to talk to Pratha Masi, and he told me to leave the room when she arrived. So, I'm playing here. Do you want to play with me?"

" No beta actually im tired..." I said. I was shocked to hear that Garv wanted to talk to Pratha alone. How could he be alone with her? What does he want to discuss? I decided to keep an eye on them, just to make sure everything was okay. As I was about to go upstairs, I saw Garv coming down. Maybe I'm just overthinking things. But still, I'll keep an eye on them, just to be safe.

Riya's POV:
I shared some things about Rishabh with my trustworthy cousin, Muskan. I knew she would understand my feelings.

"Not bad, huh?" Muskan teased.

"Di, please..." I pleaded.

"Please, what? He's your love. Not bad, Riya. You're getting mature, huh?" Muskan teased further.

"Oh, Di... Di, I have a request," I said.

"What?" Muskan asked.

"Actually, I don't want to tell Mom and Dad about this, so..." I explained.

"Yeah, I understand. You want me to keep it a secret, right?" Muskan replied.

"Yeah, Di," I confirmed.

"I will. You don't need to worry," Muskan assured me.

"Mummy... Mummy..." Aarush shouted, interrupting our conversation.

"What happened, beta?" Muskan asked.

"Mummy, look. She's my bestest friend, Avni," Aarush introduced.

"Oh, bestest, huh?" Muskan commented, looking at the photo.

"Oh, not bad, Aarush," she added.

"Mummy, look. She is Pratha," Aarush continued.

"Oh, I see. She's also pretty," Muskan complimented.

"Di, let's go shopping, nah, because after a few days, I'll go back to Delhi, so..." I suggested.

"Yeah, sure. Why not?" Muskan agreed.
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