In the background..
Coversation between morons
"What happened dada....
Why you let that chap free so easily?"
"Are you afraid of those gossiping girls?
Or was that guy able to melt your hard heart?" Subash furiously continued asking questions.
"Who are you to put questions on my actions? Mind your own business Subash "
Rohan accused him and left.
Rohan was not that much open to Subash because he was like an insect who was with him till he serve him nectar . He was only behind his power and money.
Suddenly , Akash asked " She was Ruhi right?"
"Yes she was your Bhabhi, but how do you know" Rohan smiled.
"The blush of your cheek and zip over your lips are evidence of your stucked soul. She's quite beautiful too, as you portrayed. Hence, it was not very much hard for me to conclude." A man with good perception smirked.
He was Rohan's best friend.
"Now I am just waiting for the day when we both will spend a revitalizing night. Bed will be the only place where i will let her dominate."
She is girl of good assets." Rohan laughed.
And all of them headed towards playground for a basketball session.
ON THE OTHER HAND...
Ruhi's gratitude towards Rahim in her words
(Ruhi's point of view)
"I am feeling very much guilty for whatever happened with him. This might be the worst moment of his college life till now. We are solely responsible for all these scenes. He is a saviour for us from those lusty jerks. We must apologize." I told Ruchika.
"Alas! Let it be Ruhi. He is only responsible for whatever happened with him . Why did he even try act as a hero when he could have asked any professor for our help? He chose his punishment and now he should be ready to face it. Infact, he must thank us for saving him and even if, from your point of view, he might be our saviour but i dont want to talk with that poorly dressed man. He is not of our level , my dear friend. I will suggest you to stay away from him. We don't even know whether he bath daily or not, bloody stinging creature. Rahim Quadri , he is our foe.", Ruchika replied in a careful voice.
"Ehh! Come on Ruchika . How can you be so selfish?
He saved you from Rohan's bad pawn.
I never knew that someone could be so cruel. Stop being so discriminative.
And Rohan....huh....such a nasty person he is. I will see him afterwards.."
"Stop cursing Rohan...what's his mistake?
He was not the one to spear that chit on my shoulder. He is cute. We must befriend him. He can be a soft corner for us in this college and he is rich too...He can help us in many ways." selfish Ruchika argued.
(I don't know why she is so much tilted towards Rohan , may be his money and power are the reasons but i'm very much different kind of person. Money can overpower you at some places but your politeness , attics and talent are the only things which can highlight you and money making involve all three of them. Rohan's power is because of his dad without whom he's nothing.)
"Look you do whatever you want to. I am going to seek an apology".
"Wait Ruhi don't be silly. You're a girl , let him approach you for a thanks. Then if you want, you apologize."
"You are unimaginative Ruchika. I am not the girl who believe in such stupid stereotypes. I hope you know me very well." I recklessly ignored her and entered in the room.
Rahim was sitting in the corner of first row with his nose burried in books. I tried to speak to him but engulfed my words. He was sitting so calmly as if nothing had happened. He looked like a mature guy who knew how to handle himself even in the worst situations. I didn't feel like breaking his peace, so decided to talk with him later.
Meanwhile Ruchika and all other students joined the class and we all occupied our seats. I was sitting with Ruchika while my mind was thinking about Rahim only. My eyes were still looking at that innocent face who went through so much a few minutes ago, yet so calm and composed.
I was so lost in his thoughts that i didn't realise until Ruchika jolted me and told me that i was staring at him continuously since last 5 minutes. That was an embarrassing momeny for me. But i couldn't resist myself and started looking at Rahim with the corner of my eyes. I didn't know the reason but his thought was blowing my mind again and again. I just didn't want him to feel isolated. So at last i decided to approach him after the class and befriend him.
I was looking at my wrist watch time and again. Those few minutes of class were like 'a year without rain'. And finally with the rung of bell, my wait was over. Without wasting any time, i went to Rahim.
"Hey Rahim." I said in a rejoice way.
But he didn't reply. I think i was overexcited. So i spoke again and this time, more sensibly.
"Hello Rahim, i am so sorry for everything happend in morning." I apologized.
And to my surprise, he replied.
"Don't be sorry. It wasn't your mistake. Infact you saved me from those morons."
"Actually that guy, Rohan who's leader of group, is my family friend. I'd never imagined to encounter him in such a way in college. And all that ragging was an avenge of those ridiculous boys. This all was because of me and my friend."
"Oh please don't say that. Don't blame yourself. The fault is only of their mindset. So just relax and forget about this incident. And if you weren't there, i can't even imagine what else they would have done with me. Thankyou so much."
"Oh, no no! You need not to thank me. Haven't you heard that dialogue , Dosti me no sorry, no thanks." I chuckled ( just to get some light air ).
He didn't say anything but gave a smile. I moved my right hand forward to shake hands with him. For a second he didn't react but then he also moved and shook hands with me.
"So, i am ruhi"
"and i am Rahim. You already know that though."
"Yeah! It's nice to find a friend like you in this college."
He smiled again and left the class.
I was expecting a little more chat with him but i think, that was enough for a day, after all now i know how shy he is. And i left for home with Ruchika.
It was 11 PM and i was still thinking about college. Though the ragging part was bad but i was happy today. Might be because Rahim was my friend now. "He's different. Anyway stop running horses of your mind and go to sleep. Good night." I said to myself and switched off the lights.
