Torn Heart's

chapter 5

Savitri, accompanied by Arjun, arrived at the clinic for her routine checkup.

As Savitri glanced around the room, her eyes landed on a familiar face—Prisha."Isn't that Prisha"she asked

Arjun nodded, confirming her observation. Just then, the door to one of the consultation rooms opened, and Ridhima stepped out. Savitri's eyes widened and she shot a quick glance at Arjun. "Is Ridhima treating Prisha" she asked

"Yes, Ridhima is treating her daughter" he replied

Savitri's face hardened. "I can't believe it. Of all the doctors, it had to be her," she whispered

"Ridhima,I don't think you should be treating Prisha's daughter."

Ridhima looked up, surprised by the sudden confrontation. "But Aunty--

"I don't want any association with Prisha, and that includes her daughter."

"Maa, that's enough,.What fault does that child have in any of this.She is innocent and deserves the best care, and that's what Ridhima is providing."

Savitri turned to Arjun"But Arjun—"

"No,Maa.We can't let our personal issues affect the well-being of a child. This isn't right."

"Fine,but I still don't like it."she confessed

After her routine checkup, Savitri and Arjun returned home. Arjun sat down on the couch, resting his head on Savitri's lap. She began to absentmindedly run her fingers through his hair,"Maaa, please stop thinking about Ridhima. She is a doctor, and her priority will always be her patients."

Savitri's hand stilled for a moment "I don't want Ridhima to treat that girl's daughter, whatever it is.She should know how it feels when your child is taken away from you. I still remember how was your condition,when she broke your heart,snatch your happiness.I lost that happy and jolly Arjun that day"she cried

Arjun lifted his head slightly,"Maa please stop crying and that child doesn't deserve to suffer because of our past."

Savitri's tears continued to fall as she spoke, "But it hurts so much.I can't forget what she did to you."

Arjun sat up and gently took her hands in his. "I understand, Maa. It hurts me too, but we can't let our pain dictate our actions. That child is innocent and needs the best care, and Ridhima is a good doctor."

Savitri sniffled, wiping her tears away. "But how do I let go of this anger. Every time I see her, it's like the wound is reopened."

"Holding onto this anger will only continue to hurt us. We need to move forward and focus on the good things in our lives.Now don't think about all this just take care of yourself"saying this he kissed her forehead

Arjun moved towards his room, unable to stop himself from thinking about how she had broken his heart. As he closed the door behind him, memories of the past flooded his mind, taking him back to that fateful day.

**Flashback**

Arjun had decorated his balcony, with fairy lights and setting up a table with flowers and candles.

He checked his reflection in the mirror one last time, adjusting his shirt and running a hand through his hair. His heart pounded with excitement and nervousness. He had rehearsed his speech countless times, imagining her reaction

The doorbell rang, and Arjun's heart skipped a beat. He hurried to open the door, Prisha standing there, looking as beautiful as ever.

"Come in,Prisha.I have a surprise for you."