Neirohi's Family OS

THE SILENT OF TRUST

Part 2 Missing her🥺

It had been a year since Aarohi left Udaipur. The city of lakes, which had been her home for so long, was now a distant memory. Mumbai, with its fast-paced life and towering buildings, had become her refuge. She had thrown herself into her work at Sanjeevani Hospital, using her role as a doctor to forget the pain and confusion that had driven her away from home. The sterile hospital halls, the endless stream of patients, and the constant hum of the city were her escape. Here, she could lose herself, leaving no room for thoughts of the past that haunted her.

The evening sun cast a golden glow over the city as Aarohi stepped out of the hospital, the cool breeze a welcome relief after the long, exhausting day. She rubbed her temples, trying to ease the tension from the hours spent in surgery. As she made her way to the car park, her thoughts drifted to Udaipur and the family she had left behind. A wave of longing washed over her, and she felt a pang of guilt. She missed them terribly—her brother Kairav’s protective nature, Akshara’s laughter, the familiar comfort of home. But she couldn’t go back, not yet. The misunderstandings and pain were still too fresh. The wounds from the last time she had been there hadn’t healed.

Aarohi reached her car and fished out her keys from her bag, her fingers brushing against her phone. The device buzzed suddenly, and she pulled it out, seeing Neil’s name flash on the screen. Immediately, her heart lightened, and a smile crept across her face. Neil had a way of making everything better, of turning her darkest moments into light. Over the past year, he had become her closest friend, her confidant, the one person she could rely on no matter what.

“Hey, Neil,” she answered, her voice filled with warmth.

“Hey, Aarohi!” Neil’s voice came through, bright and cheerful. “How’s the best doctor in Mumbai doing today?”

Aarohi chuckled, leaning against her car. “Tired but good. How about you, Mr. Workaholic? How’s your day been?”

“Boring without you around to tease me,” Neil replied playfully. “But I survived. So, any plans for tonight? Or are you planning to read those medical journals again?”

Aarohi rolled her eyes, even though she knew Neil couldn’t see her. “I do more than just read medical journals, you know. I might actually have a social life.”

Neil laughed. “Sure, sure. I’ll believe it when I see it. Anyway, I called to check on you, make sure you’re not overworking yourself.”

“Why? Do you think I can’t take care of myself?” Aarohi teased.

“No, it’s not that,” Neil said, his tone turning sincere. “I just worry about you sometimes, Aarohi. You’re always so busy taking care of everyone else. Who’s taking care of you?”

The genuine concern in Neil’s voice touched Aarohi, and for a moment, she felt a lump in her throat. “I’m fine, Neil,” she said softly. “Really. Talking to you helps. You’re the one who keeps me grounded.”

There was a brief pause on the other end of the line, a silence filled with unspoken words. Then Neil’s voice came through, lighter this time. “Well, as long as I’m good for something. So, what’s for dinner? Have you eaten yet?”

“Not yet,” Aarohi admitted. “I was just about to head home. What about you?”

“Actually, I was thinking of cooking something,” Neil said. “I know, I know, it’s a miracle. But I’ve been watching those cooking videos you sent me, and I think I’m ready to try something new.”