20. Woh kaisi hai?

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Paris- The city of love and romance. It might be pretty clear, but the general beauty and style of Paris with its massive buildings blending architectural styles give the city a distinct atmosphere. The palaces, monuments, and churches are all exquisite and imposing. Without an ounce of hyperbole, the streets of the city are very inspiring.

It was night time. In the street in front of the 'Wall of Love' in Paris, a cute teenage couple was roaming hand in hand. "I will never leave your side ever." The boy said. He hugged the girl, pouring all his love. They were lost in their beautiful moment. 

It was pitch dark and they were all alone. Two huge guys came over to them. They were wearing scary outfits and were visibly bullies. Without thinking about anything, the boy covered his girlfriend. But it seemed like nature had other plans. One of the bullies easily pulled him away while the other got close to the girl. She fiercely kicked him where the sun doesn't shine. They both were trying their best to save themselves.

A man was noticing all this while passing. He was wearing a black hoodie. He covered his head with the hood and went towards them. He got the boy out of their hold and punched the bully straight in the face. The boy went to the girl and assured her safety. The man got into a brawl with both the bullies. He didn't know what got into him, but he alone beat the guys blue and black, making them run away. Even he got hurt, but he couldn't care less about it.

He went to the couple who were looking at him with thanking eyes. He kept his hand on the boy's shoulder and said, "Don't ever leave her. It will break both of you." He turned back with moist eyes and moved away.

He went to a park and sat on a seat. He took out his phone and looked at the wallpaper, "I know you must be very angry even after all these years. But I didn't have any choice. Maybe I wasn't made for you. I am sorry. So sorry Shehnaaz." Tears rolled down his eyes thinking about the time they spent together. Only his heart knew how much he missed those beautiful 2 years. But now, all he had were her memories which gave him the hope to be alive.

When he saw that young couple on the street, the only thought that came to his mind was to save them. Because who knew it better than him that how difficult it is to survive away from your love. 

It took him back to the time when they used to walk hand in hand. They didn't care about anything else when they were with each other. He so wanted to tell her that how much he wanted to be with her. But alas! He couldn't do that. It's been 7 years since the last time he met her. He didn't even say a proper goodbye. What he said to that boy today was his own feelings. His mind said she must have moved on but in his heart, he believed she still loves him. She still loves her Sidharth. She was the only one who ruled his heart and will always be. Nobody can take her place.

He got up and went back to his place. Every time he went to the bed and closed his eyes, all he could remember was the time he used to sleep while talking to her. The sleep he gets nowadays is nowhere close to that quality sleep which made him forget everything. A smile appeared on his face, followed by tears. These tears were the proof of his feelings. He slept hugging the pillow.

"Sidhaaaarth, yaar dekh na mein subah subah tujhe padhane aayi hu aur tu so raha hai. Uth jaa na yaar."

"Thodi der aur sone de na baby. Aa tu bhi so jaa." He pulled her by her hand and she landed up beside him.

"Sidharth Jaane de mujhe."

"Kabhi nahi." He replied and pulled her closer.

This was the first thought that stuck his mind in the morning. He still believed that she will come out of nowhere and wake him up like she used to do. At that moment, little did he know that he will not be able to stick to his words 'kabhi nahi'. He got out of the bed to spend another meaningless day without his love. He checked his phone only to find 3 missed calls from Tanishq. The only person he was in contact with other than his parents was Tanishq. Everybody thought he left to study further, but only Tanishq knew the actual reason. He dialed his number.

"Hello. Kaisa hai?" Tanishq said.

"Kal jaisa hi hu. Ab ek din me bawasir thodi ho jayega. Yeh bata wo kaisi hai?"

"Bhai kab tak aise chalte rahega? Har din tu mujhse uske baare me puchta hai par khud kabhi usse baat nahi karta, kyu bhai?"

"Mat kar yaar. Tu bata na wo kaisi hai?"

"Achhi hai. She is still not ready to believe you left her." He said, making Sidharth wince. He never wanted her to suffer because of him. But it was not his choice.

"You know why I did that. Do you think I was wrong?"

"I have no clue. Tune uski bhalai dekhi. But let me tell her the actual reason."

"I swear if you ever tell her, muh tod dalunga tera."

"Bhai mein toh teri maar khane ko taras gaya hun. Sirf dhamkiya bachi hai wo bhi phone pe. Jab bhi milne aata hu tu ek din me bhaga deta hai." Tanishq laughed.

Sidharth joined him in laughing and said, "Mujhe bhi bura lag raha hai par ab kuch nahi kar sakte hai. Chal ab mujhe office jaana hai, bye."

"Irony dekho, itne bade businessman ka beta job kar raha hai. Jaa, bye."

He cut the call and got ready to go to office. He worked as a data scientist in a company. The salary he received was nothing compared to the money his parents could give him, without any work. But he still preferred to work and earn to become self dependent. (ATMANIRBHAR)

He cleaned his bike. A lot of things changed in all these years but Sidharth's love for bikes was still the same. Even now, he went on solo bike rides. But the fun he had when Shehnaaz used to sit back was unmatched. He also made sure not to get into any bad habit. He didn't want to become the cliche bad boys after breaking up. He knew if he did that, it will destroy him and if she comes to know about it, she will hate him. He left her but he can never think of his Shehnaaz hating him. At many instances, he felt like giving up. But her pictures gave him the hope to live.

He spent another tiring day. There were many girls still drooling at him, but he was the least bit interested in it. Even when they are not together, he thought being with another woman will be like cheating her. Basically, he became the same Sidharth he was before he met her. That introvert who was not interested in socializing.

He spent each day in the same way. Every second her thoughts came to his mind. How beautifully she changed him, for the good. He was happy with the change. But, that one day ruined everything. Nobody can figure out if what he did was wrong or right, but he thought it was necessary. She deserved someone much better.

He went to bed again with the same thoughts. Hoping the next day to do some miracle, but also wanting everything to be the same. He slept everyday just because his dreams were the only way to see her. There was no chance to meet her in reality but at least he can be with her in dreams.

Iss kashmkash me beeti jaa rahi hai zindagi,
Tumhe bula sakte nahi aur bhulana hum chahte nahi...

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