Even If The World Was Ending

34. A light of hope

It was three days since Ishan had woken up.

Three blissful days of Ishan's life. He spent beautiful moments with his family, friends, some fans and also his fiancé.

That word itself made Ishan feel butterflies. His Shubi.

Tomorrow was the day, Ishan was going to start Physiotherapy. Ishan's injuries were healing quite well with the medication. Ishan was thankful that most of his severe injuries and minor fractures were on right side, since he'll atleast be able to play cricket, without much strain.

As Ishan packed his bag, as he was getting discharged today, Raj opened the door for the doctor to enter.

Ishan looked up and smiled at the doctor as he greeted him "Good morning Mr.Kishan, finally getting discharged I see."

Ishan smiled widely and nodded his head "Yes yes. And Doc, pls call me Ishan. Mr.Kishan makes me feel too old" he said embarrassingly as he rubbed the back of his neck.

The Dr laughed and said "Surely Ishan. I had come here to discuss some things about your injuries and your game."

Ishan nodded & looked at him intently.
"Your Physiotherapy sessions will be starting today, and as you requested, the best physiotherapists will assist you in Mumbai. I have discussed the protocols with them. Mostly they will start with your cardiovascular endurance since the smoke has probably caused some damage to your lungs. Surgically, all necessary corrections to improve your respi levels have been done and you have shown great progress." The Dr said as he looked through the files

Ishan intently listened as the doctor continued "Slowly we'll get back to your muscular and strengthening fitness. For a week or two, you are requested not to put too much pressure on your right side. Also, if you feel dizzy anytime during the training, immediately let them know and don't put too much pressure."

"Also, steroid treatment will be starting soon, but in low doses, just for an energy boost." Ishan's eyes widened as he realised the side effects (or for some beneficiary effects) steroid treatment.

"So.. um Dr....?" Ishan hesitated to ask the question as the Dr. raised his eyebrows. "Oh I get it. Yes your sexual drive might get heightened.. there is no restrictions on those but it's advised to rest as much as possible after training sessions" The Dr. smiled and then again blabbered some medicos term, but all went out of the window for Ishan, as inside his brain.

The day passed by and today Ishan was visiting the stadium, but he's arrival was kept as a secret.

The most important thing? Vivek was thrown out of his manager post. It seems that the vile person had not only tried to ruin Ishan's career but also had blackmailed many youngsters under him.

As for the photos, they were deleted through the hacking skills and various ways (which Virat and Rohit were not ready to disclose, but Ishan knew, some shady business was definitely involved)

Today was the second test, so Ishan secretly went in the dressing room to watch the match.

Dravid Sir hugged Ishan at his arrival and said "welcome back champ. Hope for you to come back stronger!"

Ishan nodded in gratefulness. Away from the public and camera eyes, Ishan watched the match unfold.

When it was Shubman's chance to bat, Ishan sat upright and watched his beloved playing.

Shubman for a longtime was playing with good defence, facing the spinners bravely. At a certain point, Shubman found the chance to fight back and scored his first four.

Ishan beamed at the iconic Shubman shot. KL was rested for the day, due to his injury also smirked at Ishan as he lightly clapped at his shot.

From then on, the series went smoothly  and Shubman was at 48 when he got out while running to the stumps.