Does Love Happen in Books?✅

Faith in Marriage?

The quiet, somber evening cast long shadows across the living room as Suhana made her way toward the door, her resolve steely despite the tears threatening to spill from her eyes. Veer followed her, his face etched with worry and regret.

“Suhana, wait,” Veer said, his voice strained. “Please don’t go like this. Let’s talk this through.”

Suhana paused, her hand on the door handle, and turned to face him. Her expression was a mixture of pain and determination. “Veer, I’ve given this relationship everything I have. I’ve been patient and understanding, waiting for you to be ready, but it feels like we’re stuck in limbo.”

Veer’s eyes pleaded with her. “I know it’s been hard. I just need more time. I’m doing everything I can to find stability.”

Suhana shook her head, her voice trembling with emotion. “Time isn’t the issue anymore. It’s about faith in our future. If you’re not ready to commit, if you don’t have faith in our marriage and aren’t in a place where you can support us both, then I can’t keep waiting indefinitely.”

Veer’s shoulders slumped, his voice barely above a whisper. “Suhana, I love you. I want us to be together, but I need to get my life in order first.”

Suhana’s eyes were filled with resolve as she spoke. “I understand that, but I also need to know that you’re serious about building a future with me. I need you to come back when you’ve made that commitment—not just to me, but to our marriage. When you’re ready to show that you believe in it and have a decent job, then we can talk again.”

Veer opened his mouth to protest, but Suhana held up a hand, her gaze firm. “No, Veer. I’ve thought this through. I need to take a step back and reevaluate what’s best for me. I can’t keep waiting for a future that feels perpetually uncertain.”

Suhana took a deep breath, her voice softening just a touch. “Please understand that this isn’t me giving up on us. It’s me needing to protect myself and my own future. I need to know that when you come back, it’s with a clear sense of commitment and readiness.”

With that, she turned and stepped out of the apartment, her heart heavy but her steps resolute. Veer watched her leave, his heart aching with the weight of her words. The door closed softly behind her, leaving him alone in the dimly lit room, the echoes of their conversation lingering in the silence.

As Suhana walked to her car, her thoughts were a whirl of mixed emotions. The drive back to her brother’s home was quiet, the city lights flickering past as she navigated the streets. She knew she had made the right decision for herself, but the pain of leaving Veer behind was palpable.

When she arrived at Sid and Jhanvi’s home, the welcoming warmth of their embrace provided a small comfort. Sid and Jhanvi could see the strain in her eyes, and Jhanvi immediately wrapped her arms around Suhana.

“We missed you,” Jhanvi said softly. “How did it go?”

Suhana took a deep breath, her voice steady despite the fatigue in her tone. “It didn’t go well. I told Veer that he needs to come back when he’s ready to fully commit to our future and has his life more settled. For now, I need to focus on myself.”

Sid placed a comforting hand on Suhana’s shoulder. “I’m sorry things didn’t work out as you hoped. But we’re here for you, no matter what.”

Suhana nodded, feeling a mixture of relief and sadness. “Thank you. I needed to take this step for myself. I hope Veer understands, even if it’s hard.”

The days that followed were a blur of emotional turmoil for Suhana. Her decision to take a step back from her relationship with Veer weighed heavily on her heart. Despite the support from Sid and Jhanvi, the pain of leaving Veer was a constant, gnawing presence.

One evening, Suhana sat alone in the living room of her brother’s house, a cup of tea growing cold in her hands. The silence of the room was broken only by the occasional murmur of conversation from the other rooms. Her phone buzzed on the table, and she saw Veer’s name flashing on the screen.

Taking a deep breath, she answered the call. “Hello, Veer.”

“Suhana,” Veer’s voice was strained. “I’ve been thinking a lot about what you said. I understand that you need more from me, and I want to be honest with you.”

Suhana’s heart raced, a mix of hope and trepidation filling her. “Go on.”

Veer hesitated before continuing. “I’m still not where I want to be with my job situation. But I want you to know that I’m trying. I want to be with you, Suhana. I just need more time.”

Suhana’s expression hardened. “Veer, it’s not just about having time. It’s about having faith in what we’re building together. I need to know that you truly believe in our future and in our marriage.”

“I do believe in us,” Veer said urgently. “I love you, and I want this to work.”

Suhana’s voice was firm, tinged with a sadness that she struggled to mask. “It’s not enough to say you love me. I need more than words. I need to see that you have faith in our marriage and are actively working towards that future. Until then, I need you to stay away.”

Veer’s voice wavered, caught between desperation and frustration. “What if I’m not there yet? Does that mean it’s over?”

“It’s not over,” Suhana said firmly. “It’s just on hold. I need to protect myself and our future. If you want to be with me, then come back when you’re ready to show that you’re fully committed, not just when it’s convenient or when you feel ready. Come back when you have faith in what we’re building.”

Veer fell silent, and the quiet on the other end of the line stretched out, heavy with unspoken words. Finally, he spoke, his voice barely above a whisper. “I understand. I’ll give you the space you need.”

Suhana’s heart ached as she ended the call, her resolve unwavering despite the tears that threatened to spill. She placed the phone down, her hand trembling slightly. The decision was painful, but she knew it was necessary for her own well-being and for the future she envisioned.

Later that evening, Sid and Jhanvi joined her in the living room. Seeing her distress, Sid offered a comforting smile. “How did it go?”

Suhana took a deep breath, wiping away a stray tear. “I told Veer that he needs to come back only when he truly believes in our marriage and has faith in our future together. I can’t keep waiting in uncertainty.”

Jhanvi sat beside her, gently placing a hand on Suhana’s back. “That sounds like a very difficult decision, but it’s important. You deserve to be with someone who is fully committed to your future.”

Suhana nodded, feeling a slight sense of relief despite the ongoing sadness. “I know. I just hope that with time, Veer will come to understand and be ready to build the future we both want.”

Sid gave her a reassuring nod. “We’re here for you, Suhana. No matter what happens, you have the support of your family.”

As the evening deepened into night, Suhana found solace in the presence of her brother and sister-in-law. They shared stories, offered comforting words, and created a space where she could find strength amidst her uncertainty. The path ahead remained unclear, but with her family by her side, Suhana felt a renewed sense of hope and determination for her own future.

As the evening wore on, the warmth of family provided a semblance of solace. Suhana found comfort in the shared understanding and support, knowing that despite the heartbreak, she was surrounded by people who cared for her deeply.