Chapter 53 is out now
I stayed silent as Di gently took my hand. Her eyes softened the moment she saw the wound. “What did Aaru do to you?” she asked quietly. I looked at her but didn’t say anything. Words refused to come out.
She began wrapping the bandage and said softly, “Whatever Aaru did to you, I’m apologizing to you, Meher.” My heart sank. “No, Di. Don’t say that. I’m fine. Please don’t apologize,” I said, forcing a weak smile I didn’t feel.
When she finished, she asked again, “Beta, what did Aaru do to your hand?” I looked down and whispered, “Di, I want to go home.” She nodded slowly. “Yeah, you’re looking tired. Take rest. I’ll ask Vivaan or Aaryan to drop you.” “No Di,” I murmured, clutching my dupatta, “I can go by myself.”