Chapter 37

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As they stepped out of the airport, Rohit, Hardik, Virat, Shubman, Rahul, and Ishan were met with a light breeze and the sight of three sleek cars parked right outside.

Leaning casually against the middle car were two men who instantly caught everyone's attention.

The group immediately recognized Mahi, Virat's elder brother, but the other person beside him was a stranger.

Ishan Nudging Rohit. "Bhai, woh Mahi bhai hai... par yeh doosra kaun hai?"

Rohit Eyes narrowed slightly "Pata nahi, dekhta hai

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Rohit Eyes narrowed slightly "Pata nahi, dekhta hai."

Before anyone could say more, Virat suddenly bolted from their group, rushing towards Mahi. He hugged Mahi tightly, then turned to the other man and hugged him too. Rohit's eyes darkened as he noticed the second hug lingered a bit longer, a sense of discomfort bubbling inside him.

Hardik Whispered to Rahul "Virat kis se itna frank ho raha hai? Kabhi dekha nahi is bande ko."

Rahul Observed "Pata nahi, par mujhe Rohit ka mood theek nahi lag raha."

As they walked closer, Mahi greeted them warmly.

"Hey! Finally, sab aa gaye. Welcome to Chennai!"

Rohit watched carefully as Virat pulled away from the hug with the stranger, who then gently cupped Virat's cheek.

"Aap kaise ho, Virat? Bahut din ho gaye."

Virat Smiled softly "Main theek hoon, Arjun. How are you?"

Rohit's fists clenched unconsciously as he saw Virat's easy smile towards Arjun. He couldn't shake the feeling of jealousy seeing them so comfortable together.

Mahi Introduced "Rohit, Hardik, Ishan, yeh Arjun hai, mere husband Sonu ka bhai. Yeh bhi Chennai mein business ke kaam se aaya hai."

Arjun, still holding Virat's hand, finally turned his attention to the rest of the group. He offered a polite smile, completely unaware of the growing tension from Rohit's side.

Arjun Extended his hand to Rohit."Nice to meet you, Rohit. Virat ke baare mein bahut suna hai."

Rohit Shaking Arjun's hand, his voice tight. "Haan, same here."

Mahi quickly sensed the awkwardness and tried to ease the atmosphere.

"Arre, sab thak gaye honge. Ghar chalo, Sonu tum sab ka intezaar kar raha hai."

They all nodded and began moving towards the cars. Rohit stood for a moment, watching as Arjun opened the front door for Virat, ensuring he was comfortably seated before taking the driver's seat himself.

Rohit felt like an outsider, a strange pang of isolation creeping in as he watched Arjun and Virat exchange easy smiles.

Samira Tugged at Rohit's shirt. "Papa, aap bhi aao. Main seat kholti hoon."

Rohit snapped out of his thoughts as Samira, with her tiny hands, opened the backseat door and pulled Rohit inside with her. As they settled in, Rohit's gaze fell on the front seats where Arjun was laughing, telling Virat something that made him chuckle softly. It had been months since Rohit had seen Virat smile like that, and it stung to see it directed at someone else.

As they pulled into Mahi's home, Sonu was already at the door, his face lighting up as he saw them.

Sonu Hugged Virat "Virat, it's so good to see you! And Samira, meri jaan!" He kissed Samira's forehead.

Everyone moved inside, their exhaustion evident as they dropped onto the sofas in the living room. Hardik handed Rahul a glass of water as he sat carefully, still recovering from the long flight.

"Main bahut khush hoon ki tum sab yahan aaye. Arjun was was the happiest when he hear you are coming, Virat."

Arjun smiled at Virat, his eyes warm with familiarity.

"Virat, kitne saalon baad mil raha hoon aapse. Bahut saari baatein karni hain, itni saari yaadein hain share karne ke liye."

Virat smiled in response, and for the first time in a long while, his expression was free from the usual coldness he wore like armor. Rohit, Hardik, Rahul, and Ishan exchanged confused glances, none of them quite sure what to make of Virat's unusual lightness.

Hardik Murmuring to Rahul. "Virat itna relaxed lag raha hai, aise smile maine use kabhi nahi dekhi."

Ishan Nodding "Haan, par Rohit bhai ke chehre pe kuch aur hi chal raha hai."

Rohit, meanwhile, was struggling to keep his emotions in check. He knew he had no right to feel this possessive, especially when he was the one who had been pushing Virat away, but seeing Arjun with Virat stirred something deep and uncomfortable within him.

He felt like an intruder in his own relationship, and the sight of Virat genuinely happy with someone else only magnified his insecurity.

Mahi Clapped his hands. "Chalo sab, fresh ho jao. Khana ready hai, fir aaraam se baith ke gupshup karenge."

Everyone nodded and moved towards their rooms, but Rohit lingered for a moment, his eyes following Virat and Arjun. He watched as Arjun placed a hand on Virat's back, guiding him towards one of the guest rooms.

Samira pulled on Rohit's hand, dragging him along, breaking his trance. As they walked away, Rohit couldn't shake off the jealousy and confusion that had taken hold of him. It was as if every smile, every laugh Virat shared with Arjun was a reminder of the distance that had grown between them.

Rohit Thinking 'Virat ka yeh smile mujhe kab wapas milega? Ya phir Arjun ke saath hi khush rehne laga hai?'

The tension in the house was palpable, and Rohit knew that if he didn't confront his own feelings soon, he might lose Virat for good. But for now, all he could do was watch from the sidelines, grappling with the emotions that Arjun's presence had unearthed.

Sonu Calling from the kitchen "Rohit, tum bhi fresh ho jao. Tumhara room ready hai."

Rohit Nodding absently "Haan, aa raha hoon."

The uncertainty gnawed at him, and he knew that this trip was going to test not just Virat's patience but his own resolve to make things right.

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