Yashika The uncanny puzzle of KING[ 18+]

41 - Saying Yes

The waves were soft around them, the warm water soothing as the sky melted into colors of amber and rose. Yashika sat close to Digvijay, feeling the thrill of their recent kiss still lingering, her heart beating in rhythm with his. In that quiet moment, everything else faded—the world around them felt small, as if it existed only to hold them.

Digvijay turned to her, his gaze steady yet filled with a tenderness she had never seen before. Yashika could feel her heart quicken, sensing that something important hung in the air between them. His fingers, still interlaced with hers, gave a gentle squeeze as he lifted her hand to his lips, brushing a soft kiss across her knuckles. She felt warmth spread through her chest, a comfort and a thrill all at once.

"Yashika," he said, his voice low but steady, his eyes not once leaving hers. "I've known for a while now that you're the only person I want by my side. You make me better, make my world brighter. And I can't imagine my life without you."

Her breath caught, her mind spinning with the weight of his words. Before she could fully process it, he reached into his pocket, pulling out a small, silver ring. Simple, beautiful, and perfect.

"Will you marry me?" he asked, his voice filled with vulnerability and hope, as if he was laying his heart bare in front of her.

The question echoed in her mind, filling her with an overwhelming sense of joy and disbelief. She felt a rush of warmth, a wave of emotions she could hardly contain. Her eyes brimmed with tears, and she threw her arms around him, pressing her face against his shoulder, her voice shaking as she whispered, "Yes. Yes, Digvijay... Yes!"

She hugged him fiercely, as if afraid he might slip away, her heart racing wildly. Then, in a burst of pure happiness, she pulled back just enough to look into his eyes. Unable to contain her joy, she laughed through her tears and threw herself at him again, wrapping her arms around his neck and her legs around his waist, holding onto him with all the love she felt. He caught her, his own laughter mixing with hers as he wrapped his arms around her, steady and strong.

Digvijay spun her in the shallow water, their laughter ringing out, blending with the sounds of the waves. Yashika felt a sense of freedom she hadn't felt in years, as if all the weight of her past had lifted, leaving only this perfect, unbreakable moment.

When he finally stopped, setting her down gently, Yashika gazed up at him, her eyes full of wonder. She touched his face, memorizing every line, every detail, as if to lock this moment away forever.

"I can't believe this is real," she whispered, her voice thick with emotion. "I never thought I'd find someone who sees me the way you do."

He cupped her face in his hands, his thumb gently brushing away a stray tear that had escaped. "Believe it, Yashika," he murmured, his voice full of quiet certainty. "I've never been more sure of anything in my life."

And as they stood together in the water, their arms wrapped around each other, it felt like time itself had paused to let them savor this moment. All the past hurt, all the scars—they faded, replaced by something stronger, something unbreakable.

Yashika rested her head against his chest, feeling the steady beat of his heart, each beat a promise, each breath a new beginning.

As Yashika rested in Digvijay's arms, letting the warmth of his embrace surround her, a painful memory surfaced. The joy she'd felt only moments before started to fade, replaced by a worry she couldn't ignore. She looked up at him, her eyes troubled, hoping he would understand the burden she was carrying.

Digvijay noticed her change in mood immediately. Gently, he touched her cheek, his eyes full of concern. "Yashika," he said softly, "what's bothering you?"

She took a deep breath, trying to gather her thoughts. Her voice was shaky as she spoke. "I can't stop thinking about Nayantara... I'm really worried about her, Digvijay."

His expression grew serious, and he held her hand tightly. "What happened? Tell me everything."

Yashika's heart ached as she began to explain. "Your mother... she was trying to force Nayantara to marry someone, an old king—just for power and money. She was using her own daughter to get what she wanted. And she treated Nayantara so harshly, Digvijay. I saw her force Nayantara to get dressed up for this marriage, like she was nothing but a tool to her."

The memory hurt, and Yashika's voice shook as she continued. "Nayantara was terrified, I saw her yelping in pain and helplessness, even now, she's still hurting. I worry she feels alone... like she can't trust anyone after what she went through."

A heavy silence settled between them. Digvijay looked down, struggling to hold back his own pain. He hadn't known about this betrayal, and the thought of his little sister suffering made his heart ache. When he finally spoke, his voice was quiet but filled with resolve. "I had no idea... Thank you for telling me. I wish I had been there to protect her."

Yashika reached out, her hand resting on his cheek. "It's not your fault. She was kept in the dark just like you. But I know you'll make things right now."

He nodded, his gaze filled with sadness and determination. "I'll talk to her, Yashika. She needs to know she's not alone. I'll make sure she feels safe again."

Yashika felt relief, but she also held back one last truth—the part about Ratan Singh, Digvijay's best friend. She didn't want to break his trust without knowing more, so she decided to wait. Besides, it was Nayantara's right to tell.

Instead, she smiled softly, looking into his eyes. "Thank you. She needs you now more than ever."

Digvijay pulled her close, wrapping her in a comforting embrace. She could feel his heartbeat, steady and strong, and it gave her a sense of peace. In his arms, she felt like they could face any challenge, no matter how difficult.

For now, the weight of the past lifted just a little. There were still painful truths to face, but she knew they would handle them together, side by side, facing whatever came next with the strength of their love.