Our Burning Desire

Chapter 20

[Check out the update of my subconscious desire then read this chapter]

Vidharth observed Adheer, who was lost in thought, his eyes fixed on Eknoor lying on the bed. It was clear he was deep in contemplation.

Just then, Ashwin entered and flopped down beside Vidharth.

Still watching Adheer, Vidharth asked, "Did you try what I suggested?"

A shy smile appeared on Ashwin's face as he recalled his moment with Shriya. He hummed in response, closing his eyes with a smile.

"Stop smiling like a creep, Ashwin," Vidharth remarked without looking away from Adheer. Ashwin quickly straightened his face, clearing his throat.

"I... wasn't smiling," he defended himself.

Vidharth shot him a quick glance before returning his focus to Adheer, who was now staring intently at the bed, seemingly captivated by Eknoor's fingers.

"You're new to love, Ashwin. I’m experienced; don’t lie," Vidharth teased.

Ashwin fell silent, unsure how to respond.

"Thank you," he finally said, though he didn’t quite know why.

Vidharth had encouraged him to take Shriya out at night when there were fewer people around. They were taking small steps to help her.

Ashwin would be in big trouble if Vidharth found out he had cleared the street just to avoid seeing Shriya cry. But no one would tell him—that much was certain.

"I don’t need your thanks. Just make sure to give me some privacy with my wife."

"Sure, I’ll let everyone know to leave you both alone tonight. Enjoy your privacy, bhai sa," Ashwin replied, forcing a tight smile.

"Don’t get too smart, Ashwin. You’re in love, and I’ll enjoy my revenge."

Vidharth smirked, relishing Ashwin’s discomfort, and that reminded Ashwin of all the trouble he had caused Vidharth.

Suddenly, Karthik burst in, looking sulky. He immediately complained to Ashwin,

"Bhai sa, where are all the beautiful nurses? There was one here the other day!"

Ashwin and Vidharth rolled their eyes. "Tharki kahika,"

They mumbled, ignoring him.

"Look who’s talking? The one who took flirting to a whole new level!"

Karthik pointed at Vidharth, who shot him a glare. Karthik was about to say more when Ashwin covered his mouth.

"You really need to zip it, Karthik,"

Ashwin hissed, giving him a stern look. He quickly removed his hand, jerking back when Karthik licked his palm.

"Eewww!" Ashwin exclaimed, rubbing his hand on Karthik's clothes, while Karthik just grinned.