Descent into Darkness:Rahim Shaikh Saga

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As the days passed, Zara remained secluded in her room, reluctant to step out into the rest of the mansion.

Leyla and Zoya, understanding her situation, brought her meals and kept her company in the confines of her bedroom.

Their conversations shifted from trivial topics like the latest fashion trends to more meaningful discussions about baby clothes and food.

Zara's heart yearned to buy new clothes for her daughter, whom she had lovingly named Sana.

However, her attempts to share this excitement with Rahim were met with coldness and dismissal.

Zara mustered up the courage to approach Rahim's room, her heart pounding with both excitement and apprehension.

She knocked softly, waiting for a response. Rahim opened the door, his expression unreadable. Zara took a deep breath and spoke,

"Rahim, I wanted to tell you that I've named our daughter Sana. Isn't it a beautiful name?"

Before Rahim could respond, Jannat, who had been lingering nearby, overheard their conversation.

Her presence added an unexpected tension to the air. Rahim's gaze flickered briefly towards Jannat before returning to Zara.

His voice was cold and devoid of emotion as he uttered words that pierced Zara's heart,

"I don't care about your daughter or you, Zara. I'm focusing on my marriage with Jannat now."

Zara's world shattered in that moment as she stood frozen, unable to comprehend Rahim's callous words.

The realization dawned on her that her hopes of reconciliation were futile, and the pain of rejection washed over her like a wave.

With a heavy heart, she turned away, her eyes brimming with unshed tears, and retreated to the solitude of her room.

The memory of his rude response lingered in her mind, causing her to retreat further into herself.

From that moment on, she refrained from initiating any further conversation with him, choosing instead to focus solely on her daughter and her own well-being.

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The clock had just struck three in the afternoon, casting a serene atmosphere in Zara's room as she sat, gently trying to lull her daughter Sana to sleep.

With tender care, she covered her little one with the soft duvet, her heart brimming with maternal warmth.

Suddenly, a knock on the door shattered the tranquility, prompting Zara to sigh with weariness as she rose to answer it.

To her astonishment, she found her father-in-law, Abbas Shaikh, standing on the threshold.

Surprise painted her features as she welcomed him inside, granting him entry.

Abbas's eyes softened with affection as they landed on his granddaughter, peacefully nestled on the bed.

With a gentle smile, he sought Zara's permission to hold Sana, and she nodded in agreement.

In a heartwarming gesture, Abbas cradled Sana in his arms, showering her with kisses and hugs, his eyes reflecting a profound love and gratitude.

Zara watched in awe as tears welled up in Abbas's eyes, moved by the depth of emotion he displayed.

A soft chuckle escaped his lips, adding to Zara's astonishment as she gazed at him, bewildered.

Approaching Zara, Abbas placed a comforting hand on her head and expressed his heartfelt gratitude for bringing Sana into the world.