𝐌𝐚𝐟𝐢𝐚 𝐊𝐢𝐧𝐠'𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐛𝐢𝐰𝐢

"15. Nourishing Connections"

"Itni pyaari hai vo ki Puri duniya ki
nazaro se churana chahta hu
Par ab haal kuch yu hai ki mere
chehre ki muskurahat me bhi vahi nazar aati hai"

-Fictionflare_

Both Rudraksh and Ruhanika made their way downstairs, her excitement resembling that of a child with a new toy. She lightly jumped on the steps, her soft pink slippers making gentle sounds with each hop. Rudraksh, although concerned for her safety, couldn’t bring himself to stop her—her joy was too contagious. Instead, he held her hand firmly, ensuring she wouldn’t fall. Once they reached the bottom, she turned to him with a bright, cute smile that made his heart skip a beat. Rudraksh smiled back, his eyes reflecting the warmth he felt seeing her so carefree and happy.

Ruhanika: "Kya ab hum aapke liye kuch bana sakte hai?? Humara bahaut man hai."
(Can I make something for you? I really want to.)

Rudraksh: "Achcha, Kya banaogi."
(Oh really, what will you make?)

As they walked towards the dining table, Ruhanika was completely engrossed in talking to Rudraksh, her eyes fixed on him as she excitedly shared her thoughts. Rudraksh, on the other hand, kept his eyes ahead, making sure they both walked safely without bumping into anything. He smiled at her enthusiasm, occasionally nodding and responding.

Ruhanika: J"o bhi aap kahe, hum sab bana denge."
(Whatever you ask for, I can make it all.)

Rudraksh: "thik hai toh spaghetti banao."
(Alright then, make some spaghetti.)

Ruhanika pouted sadly, her disappointment was clear. Rudraksh noticed her expression and had to suppress a smile, already knowing why she looked so disheartened. She only knew how to make Indian dishes, and it was evident that she was feeling a bit lost.

Rudraksh: "Kya hua?? Nahi banaogi?? Par Mera toh kitna man tha khane ka."
(What happened? You don’t want to make it? But I was really craving it.)

Rudraksh spoke with a hint of sadness in his tone, trying to tease her, but instead, Ruhanika's expression turned more sorrowful, her eyes welling up with tears. When he didn’t receive a response, he paused and turned to her, his heart sinking as he saw her glistening eyes. His own eyes widened in concern, and he quickly cupped her face in his hands, gently wiping away a stray tear with his thumb.

Rudraksh: "Heyyy, betu main toh mazaak kar raha tha, tum rone kyu lagi??? Shhh chup chup."
(Heyyy, sweetheart, I was just joking. Why are you crying? Shhh, quiet, quiet.)

Ruhanika: "Aapne pehli baar kuch manga, aur hume vo bhi nahi aata."
(You asked for something for the first time, and I don't even know how to make it.)

Ruhanika's words came out in choked sobs, and Rudraksh instinctively leaned in to embrace her, wanting to comfort her. But before he could reach her, she was suddenly pulled back by someone. Rudraksh's gaze snapped up, and his expression darkened as he recognized Rishwik standing there, blocking his path. Both Rishwik and Ashvik stood protectively in front of Ruhanika, forming a barrier between her and Rudraksh. Rudraksh glared at them, a mix of frustration and concern swirling within him. He wanted nothing more than to reach Ruhanika, to soothe her distress.

Ashvik: "Teddy ko rulaya kaise tune??"
(How could you make Teddy cry?)

Rishwik: "Sharam nahi aati, Angel ko rulate ho, jisne aapko hasaya??"
(Aren’t you ashamed, making Angel cry, the one who made you laugh?)