Unforgotten Love

Chapter-15

[Next day]

Annika's pov:

This morning was serene and peaceful as my family and friends, whom I love the most, who are my peace were present. But still the wound which was given by my love was present which will never heal. The fear given by that man was still there, but my strength was with me, my family.

With broken pieces of my heart and fear that I felt I freshen up and wore my fresh clothes, which Kaashvi brought for me. As I am going to get discharged today. As the doctor said, my condition is better now but strictly prohibited to take any stress and take rest and avoid any fatigue.

And for my company, Kabir told me that he would handle it and told everyone that I am unwell and have a leave of few days. Everything around me is settled, but my heart isn't. It is full of fear and sorrow. Ache in my heart of his words was still there. Pain given by his words was so deep that neither I can forget those lines nor I can forgive him.

After a lot of overthinking, I got ready. Taking a deep breath and putting a small smile, I proceeded towards the exit of the door. As I opened it, I saw Dad and Kabir talking to the doctor about something. It must be about my diet or my meds. As soon as they felt my presence, they smiled at me, and the doctor said

"I hope you understood what I have  told you."

That's what I heard when I walked towards them. After their conversation, they turned towards, and dad said
"Good morning, baccha. How are you feeling now? Better?" I nodded with a smile. Then Kabir spoke to dad
"All the discharge formalities are done."
To which he nodded
"Let's go, beta. Everyone is waiting  for you eagerly." He said with a warm smile while patting my head. My home, my peace, my solace.

After collecting my things and essential meds. We left for home. Kabir was driving while Dad was sitting on the passenger seat, and I was in the back seat. The whole ride was silent as they were hiding their pain through silence.

I felt some kind of calmness while returning home. When the world crushes your hopes, only your people and home have the power to heal you. I was lost in embrace of nature and my thoughts when car came to a halt, and Dad called me

"Annika, we reached." And I opened the door of the car and saw big villa front me, my home. And we walked towards the main entrance it was purely silent it felt that no one lived here. I was confused when I felt the silence. And I proceeded towards the main gate to open, as soon as I opened the main gate I was welcomed by silence.

My confusion turned to astonishment as the lights suddenly flickered on, revealing a room adorned with white roses. Kaashvi and  mom emerged from behind a banner, their faces illuminated by joyful smiles. In the center of the room was a beautifully decorated cake, and a chorus of "Welcome Home!" rang out, filling me with warmth and relief. It was a heartfelt surprise, a testament to their love and support during my recovery.

I was so overwhelmed by the welcome. My heart was filled with so much affection. I wanted to express my gratitude, but i was out of words. Instead, my eyes turned watery, and tears started flowing. I was so grateful to have such people around me who adore me and care for me so much. Today, tears became my words to express the emotion that I was feeling.

Not everybody is lucky to have such a family who is supportive and caring. Some families only care about their reputation in society, and not about their children's opinions or choices they feed their children according to society norms. But here, these people whom I call my family treat me like a star of their life who fills their life with brightness. I am so lucky to have such a family. I don't know how will I repent this.