A light in the flame

Chapter 13 - New and old bounds

After the eventful morning, everyone finally sat at the table to enjoy their breakfast. Akshara found herself sitting at the end of the table with Abhir and Abhi in her left and Kiara and Kairi in her right.  She is still not over what happened in the last few days, and was anxious about what may happen in the future ...

She was confused about Abhimanyu's attitude, and was still in the dark about what happened 7 years ago. However, Abhir was looking at Abhimanyu with stars in his eyes, and they were happily chatting about Abhir's school events and his dream of becoming a doctor.

She also felt that Kiara softened towards Abhimanyu after he helped her daughter get better after her fall. She herself can't help but soften watching Abhimanyu feeding Abhir.

Abhir was talkative and more excited than usual. He was telling Abhimanyu about his friends, his love for football and literally everything that came through his mind.  Abhimanyu was taking in everything, embracing his little angel presence in every way he could. He was mesmerized by his wittiness, his eyes which are the same as his, his round cheeks and his smile which is a replica of his Akshu. Abhimanyu was feeding Abhir the whole time, and after finishing his breakfast he naturally came and sat on Abhimanyu's lap.

" Docman, can you play with me ?"

Abhimanyu stroked his son's hair and replied : " Of course Junior, what game do you want to play ?"

" Every Saturday we go to the park and play. I used to play football with my friend but now he is in the hospital..." Abhir replayed

Noticing his mood change, Abhimanyu hugged him tightly and reassured him. " Don't worry Junior your friend will get better soon and come back healthier than before"

Abhir nodded and hugged Abhimanyu back. " So will you play with me instead Docman ?"

Akshara froze in her spot. Abhir asking Abhimanyu to play with him means that he is not leaving anytime soon ...

Abhimanyu smiled widely, feeling like he had the whole world in his arms. " Of course junior, anything you want."

"Yaaayy" jumped excitedly Abhir. " I will go wear my football kit then !!!" he stated and ran immediately to his room. Abhimanyu smiled tenderly at his son.

He got up to help clear the table, however he didn't miss the fact that Akshara was avoiding making eye contact with him. He will deal with her in private later.

As soon as Abhimanyu disappeared in the kitchen Kiara heard Akshara's sighs.

" Akshu ..."

" Don't worry Kiara, I am just overwhelmed. I will be okay. We will be okay, right ?"

" Of course sweetie !! No matter what happens I will always be here for you." Affirmed Kiara while hugging her tightly. Seeing them hug, Kairi joined them reclaiming to be hugged too. Melting in front of her cute little face Akshara took her in her arms and gave her kisses all over her face making her giggle. Abhimanyu came just in time to witness it.

Kiara took Kairi in her arms so that they can go prepare themself to go out, leaving Akshara and Abhimanyu in the living room. Alone.

Abhimanyu went quickly beside Akshara, not leaving her any chance to flee. Seeing him walking fast toward her, Akshara tried to create a bigger distance between them. However she miscalculated the distance and found herself stuck between him and the wall. Facepalm, ugh.

Abhimanyu smirked and took advantage of this situation and put his forehead against hers.

" Can I have a kiss too ?"

Akshara felt her cheeks burning. She opened her mouth to replay but was saved by the sound of Abhir running back to the living room.

Thank god !!

Against his will Abhimanyu quickly stepped back and Akshara was free from his hold.

" Mumma !! You are not ready yet ?" pouted Abhir.

" Don't worry, I will be quick !"

" Go go go !!" said Abhir while pushing his mom to her room making her giggle.

Abhimanyu smiled at their antics, feeling at peace.

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One hour later, they finally arrived at the park. They prepared everything for a nice picnic. They found a nice spot next to a huge tree which is also perfect to shadow them from the sun.

Abhir was holding Kiara's hand while the adults prepared everything. He was overexcited to play with Docman and was watching his every move waiting for him to be free and gave him attention. Feeling his son's eyes on him, Abhimanyu grins with happiness.

Before he gave his full attention to his son Abhimanyu glanced at Akshara, still not recovering from her lethal beauty. She was wearing a red flower dress, making his heart beat as fast as the first time he laid his eyes on her.

Breathtaking.

" Docman !!"

"Yes junior let's go" Abhimanyu took Abhir's hand in his while Kairi ran to Akshara to ask her to play hide and seek. Meanwhile Kiara decided to chill while reading her book.

Kiara could see Abhimanyu and Abhir starting shooting the ball at each other playfully, however she didn't see her daughter and Akshara who went to the other side to play hide and seek. She trusted Akshu fully with her daughter so she relaxed and enjoyed her book. 

                               40 minutes later

Kiara looked up and saw Abhir running to her while Abhimanyu walk calmly behind him.

" Masi i'm thirsty !! Where is mum ?"

" She went to play with Kiara, they will be back soon don't worry sweetie"

Abhimanyu didn't lose any time and quickly got the bottle of water for his son.

Having his full attention on his son, he didn't see Kiara froze in shock. He also didn't see the reason for that shock.

A trio was walking in their direction, a woman and a man holding a little girl hands. They made the little girl swing in the air, making her giggle. They could be taken for a happy family by any stranger. However Kiara knows that they are not, because ...

That's Akshu with her daughter and ... the father of her child ????

To be continued ...

Sorry for the wait guys 😭, i will try to updates the next chapter by this week 🤞🏻

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