Only Thing I want is LOVE

CHAPTER 13

RIYA PROV

I woke up as usual but I didn't see Kabir when I turned to other side. I woke up with a jolt. "This is strange. He wakes up by 6. Where is he???" I went to bathroom it was open. I took bath and got ready. I went down and searched for him. I also went to his gym, but he was not there. I came back and was about to go and search in garden when I saw Afridi. I thought of asking him.

Me: Afridi

Afridi: Yes Choti Dulhan.

Me: Where is Chote Shahab???

Afridi: He left very early today from home.

Me: Oh (I felt strange. He left so early to office. I still had a doubt. Suddenly I remembered something) did he have something to eat????

Afridi: Yes Choti Dulhan, he had some tea and bread – jam.

I was in a bit relief. But still the question come, where is he???? Why he left so early???? Where he must have gone???? Is he ok or not?????? I had started worrying for him. After a while, when Bhabhi came down I told her about Kabir. She told this to Ammi and Papa. They immediately called Kabir, but he was not picking up his phone.

KABIR PROV

I straight went to office. I went inside the elevator and reached my cabin. I sat on my chair and just kept thinking about Riya. I was thinking about the happening's of past 2 weeks. I took Riya's picture in my hand and was noticing her feature. How simple and cute she looks???? I have never seen her big and joyous smile, maybe the fear in her does not allow her to smile. I have seen her being quite all the time, never has anything to say. I don't know how to say sorry to you. I don't know how to face you after what I did to you.

Suddenly I got a phone. Caller id was Rihanna Bhabhi. I took the call and she said.

Rihanna Bhabhi: Where are you Kabir???? Everyone is worried here, especially Ammi and Riya. Come home.

Me: I will be there for dinner. Tell them not to worry I am in office.

Rihanna Bhabhi: Ok but come home soon.

I kept my phone down and thought about Riya and I touched my cheeks, unknowing I had tears on my cheeks. I had decided whatever punishment she would give me I will accept it without any complaints. I got up with some courage and determination and got ready to go home to my wife, my Riya. I don't know I can call her mine for now or I do even have the right to call her mine, but I won't lose hope so soon. I will make sure that everything is and always fine.

RIYA PROV

I was sitting in living room with Ammi and Papa. I was very worried for him. They were trying to call him but he was not picking up his phone. I silently prayed to God to keep him safe. Suddenly Rihanna Bhabhi came and said.

Rihanna Bhabhi: He picked up his phone Ammi. He said he was in office, he is coming home for dinner. Don't worry. (I was in relief, at least he is safe that's enough for me)

Ammi: That boy, sometimes I don't understand him. Let him come home.

Papa: Marium, stop acting like an over analytic mother. It is okay. You keep some calm. Let's not raise our blood pressure. We will talk to him about this but not now, not today. Okay????? (Ammi gave him a look which was not pleasing but Papa knows to handle her)

How cute they are???? Even after so many years of marriage, they are in love with each other so deeply. I adore them, but for me love is just a dream which would never come to reality. I smiled sadly on that thought. For now, Kabir is safe and that is important.

KABIR PROV

I reached home, but I didn't get down from my car. I was still gathering some courage to meet her eyes which yearns for me, cares for me and prays for my well-being. I took a deep breath and got down, went towards the door. I rang the doorbell with a wish that she opens the door for me and God listened to me. Riya opened the door. Time stood still for both of us. I just stared at her. She had a small smile on her face and showed how happy she was to see me safe. How could I not see this before??? Maybe I know the answer. My Anger.

I was about to say something when Bhabhi came there and asked with little disappointment.

Bhabhi: Where were you???? You know how much everyone was worried???? Especially Riya. But do you care???? (I saw a small surprised look on Riya as if she was caught red handed after committing some mistake. I actually liked that when Bhabhi said that Riya was worried for me. She went inside and I saw her retreating figure. How innocent she is???? After a small round of lecture from Bhabhi I went inside to see mom and dad on dining table.)

Dinner was very silent. I know why mom is silent, if she starts talking it will end up in a fight which she was not in mood to do. After dinner I went upstairs and was waiting for Riya. I know she would be with Bhabhi now, but I want to talk to her. I want her to know that I am extremely guilty for the way I behaved with her. I just want her to know that I am always there for her. I heard the door knob and saw her coming inside. I stood up with a jolt and looked at her. She also looked at me with fear on her face. It was a dead silence in the room. I could not take it. I was not able to me her eyes but still I broke the ice and began.

Me: I... I ...... Riya.... I .... I AM SORRY. (I know she must be in shock. I continued) I am sorry Riya. I don't know whether I deserve this sorry but I am still asking you to forgive me. I have been very rude to you. I have insulted you, hurt you and what not I must have done. I don't deserve to stand in front of you and ask you to forgive me, but (I folded my hands and said) I am not able to take this pain and guilt in my heart anymore. Whatever punishment you want to give me, I will accept it willingly. (I had tears in my eyes now and it was flowing uncontrollably) I AM SORRY RIYA (I was about to fall on ground when I felt 2 hands trying to support me and made me sit on the bed. I knew whose hands it was but I didn't dare to look at her. She was kneeling on floor and helping me to calm my emotions. She kept both her hands on my cheeks and lifted my face. I could sense her hands were shivering. She wiped my tears and said something which shook me from inside)

Riya: DON'T SAY SORRY. IT'S NOT YOUR MISTAKE. YOU ARE A VERY NICE PERSON. (I was about to say something, when she said) I am the one to be blamed. To save our families, you married a woman whom you hate the most, just to make sure that our families don't face shame. You helped me whenever I asked you without anything asking in return that too when you hate me so much. Once I even woke you from you sleep, but still you cared for me. That itself says that you are a very nice person who has a heart of gold. (Then she folded her hands and said) I am sorry for ruining your life. (I didn't wait a second and took her in arms. She became stiff under my touch. I could sense her hesitation to hug me back. I didn't mind that I just wanted to hug her. I stayed in that hug for a while. I broke my hug and took her tiny round face in my big hands and said)

Me: No Riya, you are not in fault. I was the one who was always bad with you. I promise you Riya. I will treat you like a wife. I will respect you, take care of you, adore you, always stay besides you and I will never leave you. I promise. (Again I hugged but this time very softly, but this time she responded by keeping her hands on my chest.) We will start all fresh Riya and everything will be fine. I am very sorry Riya. I am sorry.