Arranged Love

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Shubman's form continued dipping, he was angry and frustrated at himself. No matter what he did or at least tried but nothing worked. He couldn't even celebrate Diwali with Sara and his family since they had matches and Sara was in Punjab with her in-laws.

He had of course video called her on the day of Diwali but his already frustrated mind took over and he fought with her over a silly reason.

Just like that another world cup happened and India couldn't win it. There were riots in the whole country, their posters were being burnt. People were actually mad at the Indian cricket team.

Sara was back to Mumbai after giving her super speciality exam but as she stepped in the house he was not there. She called him but it went to a voice mail everytime.

Not having any other option she called Anushka to ask if Shubman was there and she got a positive response.

"Bhabhi can you please ask him to come back."

"Ofcourse Sara, he was tired and the house was empty so he crashed here. Don't worry I will send him back."

"Thank you so much bhabhi."

"Aree it's okay but just take care of him he is very disturbed right now."

"I will bhabhi."

After an hour or so the house door opened and Shubman stepped in. He immediately went to her and hugged her.

"How was your exam?"

"It was good I don't think I would clear it but it's okay, if not I will join the hospital back."

"It's okay you can go on your path I will always support you."

"I know Shub and you should know this too."

He gave her a small smile. They both were lacking in their fields right now but Sara took it in a much positive way unlike Shubman.

"Let's go for a treat Shub."

"I am not in the mood Sara, we will go tomorrow."

"Shubman please baby, I am back after so many days. We can spend some time."

He looked at her pleading self and couldn't stop himself from nodding, if that makes her happy he would do anything for her. She excitedly kissed his cheek and ran inside to change while Shubman chuckled, he truly missed her.

Once they were out Shubman and Sara together had a blast with the food. It was all his favourites this time. But once they were out of the restaurant the scene in front of them was horrifying.

Someone from the paps had spotted Shubman and now whole crowd was there. But this time they were not here for his autograph or something but to throw profanities and him and the ICT.

Shubman's bodyguards were alerted and they tried helping Shubman and Sara to sit in the car. But luck is never on our side, Sara was hit by a stone on her head and Shubman panicked.

"Ohh shit Sara baby are you okay? Aniket please take her to the car I am coming."

He shouted and Aniket led Sara towards the car who was equally terrified.

As Sara went away Shubman too went behind her knowing this croud would never let him speak about his opinions. As he sat inside the car he was blank looking at her would.

No words were coming out of his mouth and all he could do was blame himself for her condition.

"Shubman."

He didn't reply and Sara turned quite knowing she should not press him further, it was her idea to step out even after knowing how much people were burning right now.