Zara's eyes were finally opened but her vision was blurry. She looked around and was able to make sense of where she was.What am I doing at the hospital? She wondered. She tried to sit up, but a sharp pain around her abdomen forced her to lie back on the bed.The memory came flooding back into her mind. The last person she saw was Aisha, who pulled her close and stabbed her in the stomach. That was all she could remember.Arjun soon walked in a bag and some flowers, Zara saw him walk in.Arjun noticed Zara wasn't tucked in bed properly. “I wonder what these nurses do all day. They don't even know how to take care of a patient properly. I'll give them a piece of my mind the moment one of them walks in.” He complained as he dropped the bag and flowers on a small table.He moved closer to Zara's bed and she shut her eyes immediately.“Zara, the doctor said you'd be awake on the third day. It's already three p.m. and you're still not showing any signs of consciousness. Please wake up. I
Zara's face whirled in puzzlement, “How's that possible? I can't be his biological daughter. He adopted me when I was five.” “Forget all that. I'm telling you that you're his biological daughter.” Arjun repeated.Zara shook her head in disapproval, “No I can't forget that. I don't believe you. You're really out of your mind Arjun.” Arjun smiled, “Orphanage, Left foot, Birthmark…” Zara facepalmed herself, “What are you going on about?” Arjun tucked his right hand into his jeans, “You have a birthmark on your left foot Zara. Connect the dots.” Zara stared at him, her face pale and white, her eyes frozen in shock.“No, that can't be. It's not possible. I can't be his daughter.” “Well then, see for yourself.” Arjun said as he pulled the blanket from Zara's legs, positioning a mirror in front of her so she could see her own reflection.Zara lowered her gaze from the reflection of her face to her foot and there it was…Zara gasped, “So it's true. I do have a birthmark on my foot. It's
“What the hell is wrong with you two?” The policeman interrogated.Both women dropped their ropes as they became nervous. “Sir…it's..she..” Simone stuttered while trying to make up a quick excuse.“Shut up! You're just a prisoner like her. You have no right to hit her.” The policeman shook his head from side to side in disappointment.“Ashuk! Pradesh!” The policeman called out.Two men came running towards the cell, and as they arrived, they stood at attention, saying in unison, “Salutations, sir.” “Get these women out of this cell and move them to the cell adjacent to my office. I want them under close supervision.” The policeman ordered.With the women out of the cell, Aisha broke down in tears.“How did I get here? What have you done to yourself Aisha? Zara was never bad to you. She always made sure you were happy. And what did you do? You went against her and now you're behind bars. Suffering in the hands of criminals.”Aisha sobbed even harder as she wallowed in regret, “I wish
"Constable! She just passed out. Please come check what's wrong with her." Zara called aloud.A constable soon came running towards the cell, "Goodness knows what's wrong with her this time." He complained as he unlocked the cell.Zara frowned at the gesture but she uttered no word.The policeman picked Aisha up, bringing her out of the cell. Zara immediately rushed over to her, "Aisha, Aisha open your eyes." The policeman laid Aisha on the floor, "I'll go get some water." Zara took Aisha's hand, rubbing it slightly. "Aisha please, wake up. Open your eyes." "Here's the water ma'am." The policeman said, extending a jar towards Zara. Zara sprinkled water on Aisha's face, "Aisha, wake up." The trickles of water dropped down Aisha's face as she slowly opened her eyes…Aisha's gaze met Zara's, "So it's not a dream. You're really alive." She muttered.Zara sighed, "Aisha, are you okay?" Aisha nodded as she rose herself up, "I'm fine."There was a moment of silence between the two, Ai
"Why? Isn't it your job?" Zara interrogated.The policeman clutched his hands together on his desk, "Yes it is but I still can't do that. According to the law here, the one who filed the case must withdraw it themselves. And you don't look like the one who filed the case." Zara grinded her teeth in annoyance as she remembered who filed the case. "Arjun." She muttered.Without a word, Zara stormed out of the police station with her cellphone in her hand.She dialed Arjun's number and it ringed almost immediately."Come to the police station right now." Zara ordered."I won't." Arjun responded, his voice sounding cold."If you don't come here, I might get arrested for attempted suicide." Zara threatened as she tightened her grip on the phone.Arjun stopped swiveling his executive chair, "Zara, don't do anything stupid." "Then you better come here or else." Zara growled and disconnected the call.Zara stood outside the police station for some minutes and a car drove into the compound,
Zara stared at Aisha in bewilderment, "Why are you saying that? A casual worker? That's below your standard." "I don't have any standard. You gave me that standard, have you forgotten? I'm not even qalified for the position. So don't worry, a casual worker will be okay for me." Aisha pulled her chair out while sitting."Are you sure? Don't you think taking a lower position in the company would stir reactions?" "You said you were going to clear my name right? So you can just add that I chose that position because I want to understand the affairs of the company. I want to work efficiently as a casual worker not as a cocky managing director that's intoxicated with power." Aisha finished, the sincerity and remorse evident in her voice.Zara stared at Aisha in admiration, "I'm proud of you. And I'm proud of your decision. I'll do as you say ma'am. Your wish is my command." Zara giggled as she made a little salute.Aisha couldn't help but smile, "Oh please. Stop." Zara raised both brows
Arjun walked towards the two, "Did you suddenly forget I was here?" He asked, his gaze fixed on Zara.Aisha felt nervous seeing Arjun again, she avoided eye contact with him."No, I didn't. I was going to call you just now." Zara said.Arjun narrowed his eyes at Zara, "Yeah right." "Um, Zara I think I can go home on my own now." Aisha said in low voice and was just about scurrying away when Zara stopped her."Why the sudden change? Is it because of Arjun? Don't worry, he's not here to take you to prison or anything." Zara said, letting out a little laugh."Aisha Patel…" Arjun's cold voice made Aisha anxious. "He..hello Mr Arjun." She stuttered with a forced smile."Hmmm. I've heard you're now a changed person, is that so?" Arjun fixed his eyes on her, not wanting to miss any expression of suspicion.Aisha's face turned warm, "Yes. But I really wouldn't want to declare that with just words. I'd like you to see it." She smiled.Arjun nodded subtly, "Oh I have. I've been here for the p
"We arrived at the right time." The doctor smiled at the man laying down in bed.Jigyasa rushed over to the bed, "Father…" She muttered in joy. Sid's vision was blurry but he was able to recognize that face…"Jigyasa.. My dear." Sid's voice cracked as he spoke.Tears brimmed at the corner of Jigyasa's eyes, "Yes father it's me." Jigyasa turned to the doctor who watched the scene silently, "Um doctor can I take him home?" "I wouldn't advise that. He just woke up after a long time so he's still under observation. But you can come take him home in few days." The doctor said.Jigyasa nodded her head subtly, "Alright."Jigyasa took Sid's hand in hers, "Don't worry father, I'll still come here to visit you. And then we can finally go home." Sidd let out a soft cough, "Jigyasa.. Where's Ashish? Why hasn't he come to see me?"Jigyasa's smile disappeared, her face turned gloomy.Sidd furrowed his brow slightly, "Why aren't you saying anything? Is he so busy at work that he couldn't come