Kyun teri yaadon me mujhe rula diya

Chapter 21

 

"Gauri? Is that you? How did you answer O's phone? Are you with him?", Rudra was anxious. Gauri couldn't control her emotions and wept. "Gauri, please don't cry. Last time you didn't bother to confide in me, your best friend. Kya mein itna paraya ho gaya tha? And look at the mess you made. Atleast now please trust me and tell everything", Rudra pleaded. She was about to but stopped herself, "No, Rudra don't worry about me. You have a family and your wife should be your priority", she was about to disconnect the call when she heard Bhavya's voice. "He is not alone, Gauri. I am fully supporting him now. Rudra knows everything. I once did a mistake of doubting his love & commitment to me but not again. WE want to help", Bhavya told Gauri. She was happy to hear it. She told them everything, her mother's illness, financial liabilities, Omkara's help, their rushed marriage and his punishments. "O, never told us anything , Gauri. I doubt whether Shivaay knows about it. Do you know anything about the place you are staying?", Rudra asked. She gave him whatever details she knew and Rudra promised, "I will trace you and will be there soon, Gauri. You need to tell him the truth before this gets out of hand". "I can't Rudra. He will be shattered", Gauri told him. "Fine, we will deal with it once I am there. Till then just hold on and take care of yourself & O", Rudra said. "All will be fine, Gauri Bhabhi. Be strong", Bhavya too assured. They talked for some more time and RuVya boosted her confidence to fight. Gauri felt much better. Before ending the call, Rudra told her to delete their call details from call logs. "Rudra, I don't know the password to unlock", Gauri felt helpless. "It will be either your name or birthday, Gauri", Rudra helped her. He was right, the code was her birthday. She unlocked it  and deleted the call log.

Omkara was getting worried, it's been few hours since she left. Why is she taking so much time ? Maybe it was not a good idea to ask her take his car. What if she had met with an accident?, his mind was not at rest. He was about to go in search when she arrived. Gauri looked tired yet cheerful. She had some packets in her hands. "Bhanu is off duty today. You don't like my cooking so I got some takeaway food , for you and your guest", she told him. She went inside and served it. As she was laying the plates, Omkara was figuring out the cause of sudden change in her. "Where were you till now?", he asked sternly. "I went for a drive as you commanded and then I saw this restaurant so had food from there then I bought food for you", she tried to sound normal. "Nothing else ?", he asked again. She shook her head and kept his wallet & car keys on table. "I guess I will retire. You both enjoy the dinner", she quickly walked to her room downstairs. "I didn't ask you to sleep downstairs", he was still concerned of her health. "Oh, it's okay, Omkara. Me, you and your girlfriend in one bed, it will be a tad over crowded. I will be comfortable in my room.  Good night", she quickly walked to her room and closed the door. He knew she was shattered when he came in with Nicole, but now no anger and no pain. Something definitely occurred in those couple of hours, he thought.

Next day, Banu came and Gauri was saved from further PDA from Omkara and Nicole. Gauri felt sick, she was unable to eat or sleep properly. Whether it was after effect of Nicole's presence or cheap take away food , she wasn't sure.  Nicole left after few days However she didn't fail to display some sensual farewell gestures to Omkara. Gauri acted to ignore it though it burned her inside. Bhavya's support made her optimistic, may be when Rudra arrives ,he will be able to convince Omkara. Perhaps this time fate will be gracious on her, she hoped.

"Rudra, were you able to locate them?", Bhavya asked him. "I think so, atleast I have a fair idea. Remaining I have to manage once I reach there", he packed his backpack and kissed bye to her. "Take care Bhavya. I will call you soon. Be careful not to tell to anyone about my trip", she nodded and waved as he got inside his car. "Where is he off to?", Bhavya turned at Shivaay's question. "For trekking trip with his old buddies", she managed to lie. "Strange. I thought he wanted to stay near his pregnant wife", Shivaay was bit surprised. "He did. But I insisted. His friend needs him the most now", Bhavya told honestly, leaving a confused Shivaay behind.

"Madamji, I am not sure whether you will like it or not. Me being an illiterate but I am married for many years and mother of 3 kids, so hope you understand", Banu gave a long preface. Omkara was not at home so Banu accompanied her to cyber cafe. "Sure Banu, tell me",  Gauri encouraged. "I know there something bothering Sabji and you. But you shouldn't lose hope, a child always bonds their parents. You must remain happy and don't take tension, atleast for the sake of baby", Banu told. Gauri gave her shocked look. "Madamji, I know it. You cannot hide it from my experienced eyes", Banu giggled. What the heck is she talking ? Wait a sec. Am I ?, Gauri calculated in her mind. They have been married for more than a month and she didn't have her periods since their wedding. May be or may not be?, she tried to brush aside the thought but couldn't. Finally as she left Banu at bus stop, Gauri went determined and bought pregnancy test kit.

Positive, Gauri touched her womb. She was carrying Omkara's child. Will he be happy or angry ? He will be happy. He loves kids, he loves me and it's their child. He will be definitely happy. He will never let any harm befall on their child, her heart assured her. . Gauri was joyous that finally she got her chance of happily ever after. She pulled out her favourite white dress which Ira had made for her. Gauri used to wear it on special occasions. "My doll looks so pretty in it", she recalled Ira's words. She wore it and was humming a happy tune when she heard him. "Omkara, when did you come?", she asked lovingly. She wanted to tell him immediately but expression on his face send her chills. "You are so happy, aren't you? Tumhara aashiq jo aa raha hain. To take you away from all pain and suffering", he told her sarcastically. "What ?", she asked him. "Oh don't act innocent. Here I was thinking maybe I am being too hard on you, however you will definitely do something to prove me wrong", he was furious. "Are you drunk? What are you talking about?", she asked timidly. "RUDRA", he yelled startling her. "I am talking about Rudra. How dare you bring him between us again? Mein kaafi nahin hoon tumhare liye, ke mera bhai bhi chahiye tujhe", he pulled her roughly to him. "Do you have any idea how much I love you? Can you imagine the pain I endure every time you are hurt? No you don't. You are just interested to run away from me", his eyes brimmed with tears. "It's a misunderstanding. Let me explain", she tried to reason but he pushed her away. "I don't want to hear. Fine, I am your villain, you have all right to hate me. But Bhavya, what about her and her unborn child ? Did you even think about the pain you may cause to those innocents by pulling Rudra into your life. Obviously, you didn't. Coz you are a selfish bi**h", he looked at her with disgust. "My mother was always right about you. You are a characterless, vile woman who need no love in her life. You know what, I am done with you. You are free to go. From this moment, Omkara Singh Oberoi is dead for you. Mar gaya mein tumhare liye", he declared. His words shook her to core, she was devastated. She felt a sharp pain in her abdomen and crunched down. "Omkara, please ", she begged. "Oh Shut up, Gauri", he was about to blast her again when he noticed that soft curls of her frock were stained with blood,  she was bleeding. "GAURI!!!", he screamed and caught her before she fell on floor.

"O, What have done?", Omkara was startled by Rudra's shriek . He was standing at the door. "Rudy, gaadi nikaal jaldi. We have to take her to hospital",Omkara ordered. Rudra ran outside, while Omkara carried her to the car. "Gauri, nothing will happen to you. I promise", he told her. "Save our child", she mumbled before passing out.