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It was around 2 AM when Rahul's sleep broke as he felt Athiya was constantly moving. He opened his eyes to see what exactly she was doing and was shocked to see her sweating profusely and was wriggling while mumbling something about her father and her relatives.

Athiya: Papa.. papa.. Bachao mujhe... mujhe inn logo ke sath nahi rehna. Aap yahi raho na.. kuchh nahi hoga apko.. main.. main kuchh nahi hone dungi.. mujhe... mujhe nahi rehna kisi aur ke sath.. Papa aap ruko na.. Papa.. Papa..

Rahul: Tia.. Tia..

Athiya: Mujhe kahi nahi jaana.. Mujhe ..

Rahul (quite loudly): Tia.. Tia wake up it's a dream..

Rahul shook her constantly which broke her sleep and she woke up with a jolt but was still in a daze..

Athiya: Papa.. Papa..

Rahul: Tia..

He kept his hand on her shoulder.

Rahul: Tia..

Athiya: Papa.. Papa.. kaha gaye? Woh.. woh baat kar rahe the na..

Rahul just shook his head in no.

Athiya: No woh yahi the mujse baat..

Rahul shook her holding her shoulders.

Rahul: Tia wake up. Hosh me aao. He was not here.. He.. he cannot come here..

Athiya kept looking at him for few seconds and then looked here and there in the room. The reality started sinking in. Tears fell from her eyes.

Rahul swallowed hard. He gently took her in a hug rubbing her back. Athiya hid her face in the hug still silently shedding tears. Rahul kept rubbing her back.

Rahul: Bas Tia bas..

He gently layed down on the bed while holding her in the hug. He covered them again with duvet.

Rahul: Tia bas baba. So jao ab. Kal NCA Jana hai

But she kept on crying. Rahul held her closer and tighter. He kissed on her forehead.

Rahul: Sleep Tia... sleep

Rahul started caressing her hair while occasionally planting soft kisses on her forehead and hair. Athiya finally slept after an hour.

Rahul (in mind): I am with you Tia.. always..

On the next day, Everyone was up and ready. They had breakfast together but all could see that RahIya both were quite down.

Anu: Kya hua dono ko? Mood nahi hai?

Athiya: Nahi bhabhi bas neend theek se nahi hui bas..

Mahi: And what about you Rah? Tum kyu chup ho?

Rahul: Same Bhai..

Rahul (in mind): Yeh ajeeb si becheni kyu ho rahi hai mujhe.. Jo bhi ho I have to take care of Tia. Kal bhi dar gayi thi woh

Rahul: Tia packing ho gayi hai na?

Athiya nodded in yes

Athiya: Main bas niche leke aayi samaan

Rahul: Woh main le aaunga waise bhi mera ho gaya hai breakfast.

He went from there.

Athiya: Main help kar deti hoon inki..

She too went from there.

RahIya were in their room in a tight hug which none wanted to break. Rahul kissed on her forehead.

Rahul: You okay Tia?

Athiya: Thoda sa.

Rahul: Let's go now. Duty is calling.

Athiya nodded in yes and they took the luggage and came downstairs where all were there.

Rahul: Main aur Tia meri car me ja rahe hai

Virat nodded in yes and RahIya went from there after Athiya met everyone.

They were going towards NCA.

Rahul: Tia.. please take care of yourself okay

Athiya: Aap bhi..

Rahul: Tia..

Athiya: Haan..

Rahul sighed

Rahul: Agar kabhi rat ko neend khul jaye kisi bhi wajah se call me okay..

Athiya's eyes got teary. She hugged his arm keeping her head on his shoulder. Rahul planted a soft kiss on her hair.

Rahul: Let's focus on the game Tia.

Athiya nodded in yes and composed herself. They reached academy and Rahul took the car into underground parking lot.

Athiya: Yaha kyu liya?

Rahul smiled.

Rahul: Mera na man Kiya ki apni biwi ke sath thoda romance kar loon

As soon as he said it, the blinders were pulled down. Athiya was startled and was looking at everything with wide eyes.

Rahul pulled her towards himself making her gasp.

Athiya: Kya kar rahe ho aap?

Rahul: Tia.. I want to say something

Athiya nodded in yes.

Rahul tucked her hair strand behind her ear and hugged her hiding his face in her crook. Athiya's breath hitched. She always melts when he even kisses on her forehead and here he was making no stone unturned in turning her on.. Though Rahul was still oblivious to the level of effect his actions made on her.. Such an innocent devil he is😈

Rahul: I like you Tia.. I like you a lot.. and I.. I feel I..

His cheeks heated up and his ears were way too much red.

Rahul: Tia..

Athiya: Hmm..

She managed to say this only. Rahul made the hug tighter and now Athiya was literally loosing her control. She was caressing his hair but now she turned towards his neck and kissed below his ear to which Rahul literally moaned still hiding his face which was now more red because of whatever was going on.

His moan brought Athiya back to reality. Her eyes widened. She was about to break the hug but Rahul planted a gentle kiss in her crook shocking her.

Rahul: I like you Tia.. I like you a lot..

Athiya gently broke the hug.. Mixed of Her embarassment and confusion alongwith admiration were visible making her looking totally blank.

Athiya: Rah.. I know you like me as a person. I know.

She said it somewhat sounding confused. She was looking here and there.

Rahul cupped her face and made her look at him. He was looking straight into her eyes.

Rahul: I like you Tia.. the way a man like a woman.. And definitely the way A Husband should like HIS WIFE

Happy tears collected in Athiya's eyes. She was smiling widely at him.
Rahul once again hugged her hiding his face in the crook of her neck. She hugged him back tightly.

Athiya: I like you too Rah.. the way A Wife should like HER HUSBAND

Rahul snuggled more blushing hard. Athiya chuckled.

Athiya: Aap blush karte hue bahut pyaare lagte ho..

Rahul: You too..

Athiya chuckled

Rahul: And now it's your turn to blush

He said confidently. And in a swift motion, Rahul slid her jacket slightly and kissed on her exposed skin making her moan

Athiya: Rah..

Rahul: Don't tease me next time

He once again kissed her on that exposed skin but it was harder and then he kept her jacket back at place. He broke the hug and found her looking at him with wide eyes.

Athiya: What was that?

Rahul: A Gentle Reminder.. you are not gonna tease me.. Abhi sirf kuchh ghanto wala mark hai because your skin is sensitive.. Next time.. it can be something which last longer you know..

Rahul winked.

Athiya smacked him lightly hiding her face in his embrace blushing hard to which he chuckled and kissed on the side of her forehead.

Rahul: Is it still early Tia?

Athiya broke the hug and cupped his face.

Athiya: It is... But not for too long..

Saying so she gave a quick peck on his cheek and came out of the car. Rahul too came out of the car but the blush was clearly visible on his face. He gave her her kit and everything

Athiya gave him a side hug.

Athiya: Bye.. take care

Rahul: Bye.. take care of yourself Tia..

Athiya blinked in assurance and went from there.

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Athiya was in her room and was just lazing around after freshening up but she didn't forget to wear her hoodie and kept her hair in a way that can hide two sweet marks given by HER HUSBAND. She blushed hard.

She was looking outside her window when her phone rang. She saw the ID and it was her cute culprit.. Her husband. She quickly picked it up

Athiya: Hello

Rahul: Hi Princess..

Athiya blushed looking down

Rahul: Waise blush karte hue kafi pyaari lagti ho. Lekin tumne jacket nikal ke shrug kyu pehan liya??

Athiya was startled hearing this. She looked here and there but noone was there. She heard Rahul's chuckle from the phone. She kept the phone at her ear.

Rahul: Tia.. go and take out binoculars from your bag.

Athiya quickly took it out.

Rahul: Now come to window and looked at the building against yours

She did the same and gasped. She saw Rahul waving at her. A smile came on her face

Athiya: Rah yeh..

Rahul: We are staying at NCA Tia for the New Zealand series practice sessions and during entire series

Athiya: Sach.. wow...

She became really happy like a kid.

Rahul: But we cannot meet na except if there is anything necessary

Athiya: But we will talk like this na Rah..

Rahul chuckled seeing her so much happy.

Rahul: Waise.. woh kya hai Tia..

Athiya: Kya?

Rahul: Waha pe.. Shoulder ke paas tumhare..

Athiya was about to slide her shrug when she realised what he was doing.

Athiya (whining): Rah..

Rahul chuckled and she blushed profusely.

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Both the team got busy in the practice from the next match. They all were all focused on the game and when they used to get the free time, they used to spend time with either each other or on call with family. Amol has not allowed Athiya and Rahul to meet each other even though they are in NCA as he didn't want any distraction for any of them and even Mahi Bhai who was mentor of Men's team also supported it.

The women's team was having 3 ODI match series while the Men's team was having 5 ODI match series.

It was the day before the first ODI of Men's team. Athiya wanted to go to watch the match but she was scared in asking for the permission. She first asked Smriti and Harman and they both allowed her to go. Now it was Amol sir whose permission was pending.

The girls were in the team room.

Athiya: Mujhe dar lag raha hai. Amol sir ne mana kar diya to?

Radha: Are nahi karenge. He is a nice man

Athiya: I know Radhu lekin unhone aur Mahi Bhai ne mujhe aur Rahul ko milne se strictly mana kiya hai

Jemmy: Are lekin Milne kaha ja rahe ho aap dono. You are going to watch the match as his wife..

Radha: Chalo let's go and ask for permission

Athiya: Are you sure?

Radha: Are Haan baba.. chalo..

Athiya and Radha went to Amol's cabin. They knocked and he allowed them to come.

Athiya: Good afternoon sir..

Amol: Good afternoon

Athiya: Sir.. woh..

Amol: Yes Athiya.. I am listening

Athiya: Sir.. Woh mujhe.. actually..

Radha: Sir woh bahar jana tha hume..

Amol: Umm.. May I know kon kon ja raha?

Athiya: Sir main aur Radha..

Radha looked at her with raised eyebrows to which Athiya show her eyes and she melted.

Amol: May I know kaha jana hai?

Athiya: Sir.. Men's team ka kal first match hai NZ ke against. Woh dekhne Jana hai. I won't lie.. shaadi ke baad Rahul ko back me bahut bura wala spasm ho gaya tha aur recovery me bhi time laga tha. Mushkil se he got this chance to play. Shaadi ke baad pehli baar match khelenge.. I.. I want to be there to motivate him. It will not be easy for him Sir... Papa.. he was his God father too.. The person who has supported him throughout his cricketing journey..

Radha was looking at her with quite startled expression.

Amol thought for a while but at the end allowed them to go and watch the match and then he co-ordinated with Mahi and they decided that Athiya and Radha both will come back with Men's team in team bus as it will be late in night and it will be safer if they come with team only.

Radha: You know Athu.. as a fan and admirer of Rahul.. I am happy that you are his wife..

Athiya smiled at her and then they went from there to their respective rooms.

The entire Men's team knew Athiya was coming to watch the match except Rahul. It was kept surprise for him on special request by Athiya. But certain Mr K L Rahul was sulking big time. He didn't even allow Virat to talk to Anu properly by continuously pestering him about anything and complaining about Athiya to Anu who was controlling her laugh.

Rohit: Agar Tia ne surprise ka bola nahi hota na.. to main to pakka bata deta isko.. Yeh Vi itna Shanti se kaise reh gaya

Virat: Because he is my kiddo. Agar Jassi ne aisa kiya hota to with you and Ritz?

Rohit couldn't help but agreed with him.

The Men's team was in bus and Rahul was in real bad mood. He got message from Athiya.

"I am out for an important work so couldn't call you. All the very best for the match 😘"

Rahul made a huge pout.

Rahul: Message bhej sakti hai lekin ek call karke wish nahi kar sakti huh..

Rest all were controlling their laughter seeing his antics. Rahul went to Harry and took off his headphones.

Harry: What??

Rahul: Tu mera bestie hai na.. main gaane nahi sun raha to tu bhi nahi sunega bas huh..

He went to Jassi who seeing what Rahul has done with Harry quickly took off his headphones and kept it inside his bag.

Rahul: Jas..

Jassi: Rah.. shant ho ja baba.. Aur..

He said this much when he got Sanjana's call. He was about to pick it up when Rahul took his phone and himself talked to Sanjana and disconnected the call

Rahul: Jab tak main Tia se baat nahi karta koi baat nahi karega apni apni biwi se.. huh..

All looked at Virat..

Virat: Bhai idhar mat dekho.. isne subah se mujhe theek se Nushkie se baat nahi karne di..

Jaddu: Sulking Rah is the worst..

Rest all couldn't help but agreed to him.

Rohit: Abe driver jaldi chalao. Stadium pahunchao Bhai taki thoda sukoon mile...

Rahul: Ghanta sukoon.. Tia thodi na aane wali hai match dekhne..

Mahi: She must be busy with her practice na Rah..

Rahul: I know Bhai.. It's.. it's just that..

Rahul sighed. He went to the last row and sat looking outside the window.

Virat: It's not just Tia..

He said while looking at Rahul.. Rest all too agreed but none understand what was the other thing which was bothering him.

They reached stadium. All submitted their phones and then got ready for the practice. Rahul was the first one who came for practice and he started hitting balls aggressively.

Athiya shook her head.

RohiRat came for practice..

Athiya: Vi Bhai.. Vi Bhai...

Virat looked at the family box and found Athiya and Radha there. She signed him to call Rahul. He nodded in yes and went to Rahul.

Virat: Rah.. stop practice for once and look at the Family box.. There is a surprise for you

Rahul frowned but looked at the Family box sulking and was surprised to see Athiya there..

Rahul: Tia..

Virat: Surprise tha tumhare liye.. iss liye aaj nakhre jhele hai tumhare sab ne..

Rohit: Aur nahi to kya.. lekin bol dena usko aage se apne surprise khud plan kare aur execute kare.. hume na le beech me.. warna pata chala iski baat nahi ho rahi Tia se to hume bhi baat nahi karne de raha hamari biwi se..

Virat: Can't agree more...

But their ranting went unheard as Rahul was busy in looking at his wife.. Virat whacked him to bring him back to reality.. Athiya chuckled.

Virat: Practice karo ab..

The Men's team did the practice and then the toss happened and India was batting first.

During National Anthem Rahul's eyes got moist as he was missing Mahesh today.. He was playing for India and in that journey Mahesh had been his constant. As the National Anthem was over, he instantly looked down as tears fell from his eyes. Rohit saw him and rubbed his back..

Rohit: Kya hua Rah?

Rahul shook his head in no. Rohit looked at Athiya who was composing herself. He somewhere got the matter.

Rohit: Stay strong kiddo.. He would be wanting you to achieve more..

Rahul nodded in yes. Virat came to him.

Virat: Rah.. Tia is getting concerned now..

Rahul looked at her while tears fell from his eyes again. She gave him an  assuring blink and show him double thumbs ups with both hands just like Mahesh and he smiled at her and wiped his tears. He looked at her and she smiled at him. She then was about to give him flying kiss but stopped seeing RohiRat. RohiRat looked at each other and burst into laughing and went from there. Athiya blushed but gave Rahul a flying kiss and mouthed All the best to which he thanked her and went to get ready for the match..

Their exchange was obviously shown on National Television as the match was getting broadcasted live.. And commentators also discussed about Mahesh's death and his contribution in Rahul's career as he has always appreciated His Mahesh uncle and has shown his greatfulness but the only thing which the world didn't know was the marriage was a forced one and anyways the World didn't need to know about that.

Rahul and Rohit opened and they were going good. Rahul initially took some time but then he was hitting the ball very nicely. His shots were very much risk free. But Rohit got out after they got an opening stand of 100 runs and Rohit was on 60. Virat came to bat. He and Rahul built a partnership and soon Rahul completed his Half Century. He acknowledged the appreciation and again focused on the game.

Athiya was clapping hard and was very much happy seeing him scoring runs for the team.

Soon Virat too completed his fifty and then they both continued dominating the NZ bowlers. Rahul was on 98 when he realised he was nearing his Century. He was on strike and watch the ball ..

Rahul (in mind): This one's for you Papa and Tia..

Rahul smashed it for a Massive 6 reaching his century. The crowd was going mad. Athiya and Radha both jumped and hugged each other while Rahul raised his bat and then thanked God, Mahesh and his wife.. He then went to Virat and hugged him tightly..

Rahul: I did it for Him and Tia bhaiya ..

Virat was rubbing his back.

Virat: And they are and we all are proud of you Rah..

They broke the hug with a wide smile on their faces. Rahul took his wedding chain which was having his wedding ring and kissed it. Athiya smiled and was blushing. Rahul looked at her who was looking down. Radha nudged her and signed her to look at Rahul.. She looked at him.. He gave a flying kiss to her to which she too returned a flying kiss to him but soon both realised they were romancing on National Television and continued doing whatever they were doing though blush was still intact on their faces.

The match continued but Rahul got out when he was on 130. Harry comes to bat as now only last 10 overs were pending. Harry was hitting hard but ball was not reaching to boundary and he was getting frustrated. Radha spoke..

Radha: Are dheere maar ke running karke runs Lelo na..

Harry coincidentally looked at family box and lip read what she said. He then actually did what she said.. and once he got rhythm, he started hitting and soon reached his fifty too.. He raised his bat towards family box and Radha was clapping with a smile on her face.

India gave target of 350 to NZ. The second innings started and Bumrah ane Shammi were on fire. They have kept the scoreline very much tight but wickets were not falling. NZ were 50-0 after 10 overs.

Virat put spinners instantly now.. And it changed the game.. The spinners started doing their job and NZ lost 3 wickets in quick succession. Then once again as the partnership was built, Virat made a bowling change and Jassi took the wicket with Rahul got a great left handed catch down the leg side. Everyone appreciated him and Athiya was jumping and clapping hard for him.. cheering from the stands for her husband just like a normal wife.

The match ended with India winning by 59 runs and Rahul was announced as Player of the Match. The post match presentation was going on and he was asked for IV.

Harsha: Firstly Congratulations Rahul.. for the century and for getting hitched

Rahul thanked him while slightly blushing.

Harsha: You took sometime to settle today.. was it because of the emotional moment you had before the start?

Rahul sighed

Rahul: No it was not like that.. It's just that I didn't want to rush and make mistakes.. I took my time and I had believe in my game so I played according to that..

Harsha: But.. why were you this much emotional? We have not seen you like that ever.. Is it.. is it your Father in law?

Rahul took a deep breath and cleared his throat.

Rahul: Yeah.. I missee him today. He had been a great support for me throughout my cricketing journey so.. playing cricket with the reality check of him not being around was a  bit you know.. emotional..

Harsha: Okay any special dedication?

Rahul chuckled..

Rahul: I know you will ask this..

Harsha: I thought even you were asked for the gift just like you have asked..

Rahul chuckled while blushing and Athiya too blushed.

Rahul: Well it's not like she has asked for any gift.. But yes.. This one's for Papa and for her.. She has been a great support to me since.. since we got married.. I feel.. I feel she has made me a better person and a better player.. So Tia Thank you so much for coming in my life and yeah.. You know rest..

He completed while blushing hard and then Virat was interviewed and then the players were free.

As it was getting late, They all were asked to board the bus ASAP and RahIya, Radha and other team members board the bus. RahIya were sitting together and rest all have settled themselves in their usual places and Jassi was sitting with Shami today so Radha and Harry sat together having no other option.

Harry: You okay sitting with me here?

Radha: Yeah that's okay..

Harry: By the way Thanks..

Radha: I just said it in flow to Athu ki aise khele..

Harry: But I was actually making mistake so it really helped me.. so thanks

Radha: Mention not..

Harry then rested his head on the head rest having nothing else to talk.

Rahul has hold Athiya's hand in his.

Athiya: Aap theek ho?

Rahul nodded in yes

Rahul: Tum?

Athiya too nodded in yes. Rahul took her in a side hug and kissed on her forehead.

Athiya: Apko surprise pasand aaya na?

Rahul: Bahut.. Thank you so much for coming Tia..

Athiya: Apka pehla match tha shaadi ke baad.. kaise nahi aati..

They stayed in the hug while Athiya kept her head on his chest and he kept his head over hers. Both dozed off in that position only.

They reached academy and none was having heart to wake them up but Mahi woke them up.

Mahi: Kal rest day hai Rah to kal rest kar lena.. ab chalo niche utro..

Athiya: Bye take care..

Rahul: Bye and you too..

Harry: Bye Radha..

Radha: Bye.. Bye guys..

Athiya and Radha went to Women's wing and Men's team went to their wing.

Women's team's series too got started and Indian Women's team won the first match but lost the second one. All were disheartened but Athiya was way too much silent.

Men's team was leading the series with 2-1. Both teams have lost their latest matches but Men's team players were calmed, Women's Team's players were calmed too except Athiya and Rahul has noticed it. Her face was pale since the time he saw her on the field today. He was just waiting to talk to her on the call.

As the girls reached academy and got freshen up, Athiya just slumped down on the bed. She was missing her father.. she was missing Rahul.. she was not at all in any mood.. She was feeling angry and sad at the same time.. she was becoming an emotional mess as she was not able to pinpoint on what she was actually feeling.

Rahul called her but her phone went unanswered. He then called Jemmy who picked his call.

Jemmy: Haan bhaiya..

Rahul: Tia kaha hai? She is not picking up the call

Jemmy: Bhaiya so gayi hai.. lekin bahut chup chup si hai subah se..

Rahul: I felt that too.. can you check whether she is fine or not? Like fever ya kuchh nahi hai na?

Jemmy checked Athiya's forehead and neck and it was normal

Jemmy: Fever nahi hai Bhaiya.. May be she is missing you..

Rahul: Jemmy..

Jemmy: I am not teasing you bhaiya.. May be she is missing you..

Rahul: Koi baat nahi abhi so gayi hai na to achchha hai. Let her sleep but..

Rahul was feeling quite uneasy.

Rahul: Jemmy.. please keep an eye on her na.. I am not having good feeling about this

Jemmy: Okay bhaiya.. I will keep you updated

Rahul: Thanks and bye.. and all the best for the series decider

Jemmy: Thanks bhaiya.. Bye..

They disconnected the call..

The girls were still awake and were talking in Radha's room.

Jemmy: Mera phone charged ho gaya hoga main leke aayi..

She went to take her phone and found Athiya was mumbling something in her sleep. She quickly called other girls and they all came there rushing.

Athiya: Papa.. Mat jao.. Rah.. Rah.. ask him to stay na.. Woh.. woh apki baat kabhi nahi talte.. Rah..

Harman: Athu..

Smriti shook her.

Smriti: Athu wake up. Wake up baba.. it's a dream..

Radha: Athu.. Athu.. wake up.. utho..

She shook her vigorously which ultimately woke her up but she once again woke up with a jolt. She looked here and there while Radha kept rubbing her back..

Jemmy quickly called Rahul who was still up as he was not able to sleep and picked it up instantly seeing the caller ID.

Rahul: Hello

Jemmy: Bhaiya.. Athu ne koi bura sapna dekha hai aur abhi bahut dari Hui lag rahi hai..

Rahul: Was she.. was she asking for Papa?

Jemmy: Haan uncle aur aap ka nam le rahi thi...

Rahul closed his eyes tightly but composed himself.

Rahul: Tia ko phone so

Jemmy asked Athiya to talk on call softly to which she kept staring at her..

Rahul: Jemmy kya hua?

Jemmy: Phone nahi le rahi

Rahul: Speaker on karo..

Jemmy did the same..

Rahul: Tia..

Athiya looked here and there.

Athiya: Rah..

Rahul: Tia calm down.. Main hoon okay..

Tears fell from Athiya's eyes.

Athiya: Rah..

Smriti: Athu rote nahi baba..

Rahul: Tia please don't cry.

Athiya: Rah.. Rah.. aap.. aap aa jao na.. Mujhe.. mujhe dar lag raha hai... Rah..

Rahul: Tia.. calm down baba..

Athiya sobbed. Rahul knew talking on call or video call will not help.

Rahul: Girls.. kya.. kya main..

Radha: Sawaal yeh nahi hai ki hum kya mante hai Rahul.. Sawaal yeh hai ki tum kya karna chahte ho.. If you are ready.. we are here to support you

Rahul: I am coming..

Radha: We are waiting...

They disconnected the call. Athiya was still crying.. She was in her own zone.. The girls felt bad for her.

Rahul was about to go but he needed someone to cover up for him. He quickly woke Harry up.

Harry: Kya hai Rah?

Rahul: I am going to meet Tia. She saw a dream and is missing Papa a lot.. I.. I have to be with her Harry.. woh nahi sambhal pa rahi khud ko..

Harry: Lekin Rah.. mana kiya hai ..

Rahul: I have to go Harry please..

Harry sighed but nodded in yes as he could see the worry on his face. Rahul thanked him and sneaked out from the Men's wing and came to women's wing where Harman, Smriti, Dipti and Radha were waiting for him.

Dipti: Jiju.. aap na niche baith ke andar chalo hamare charo ke beech me

They walked closed to each other and Rahul too was able to come inside. The girls were about to go to first floor when Amol stopped them.

Amol: Girls.. why are you all up till now?

The girls were shocked but they carefully turned and stood hiding Rahul behind them..

Smriti: Sir woh..

Dipti: Neend nahi aa rahi thi to tahalne chala gaye the..

Amol: Go and sleep now.. it's late okay

The girls nodded in yes and they and Rahul went to Athiya's room. They knocked..

Radha: Jemmy.. it's us.. Jaldi kholo..

Jemmy opened the door and the girls and Rahul came inside. Athiya was still crying.

Rahul: Tia..

Athiya saw him and ran to him and hugged him tightly.. he too held her protectively.

Rahul: Tia..

Athiya (crying): Rah.. Papa.. He went.. Rah.. He went..

Rahul held her closer. The girls signed each other and started leaving.. Now only Jemmy was there.

Rahul: Baki sab?

Jemmy: Woh sab gaye aur ab main bhi ja rahi hoon. Aap sambhalo apni Tia ko..

Rahul: Sorry hamari wajah se..

Jemmy: No Bhaiya.. aisa kuchh nahi hai. She is really disturbed. She needs you and we understand this. Main aati hoon kal subah. Aur haan room andar se bandh kar do aap.

She too went from there and Rahul closed the door and gave the stopper from inside.

Rahul then went to Athiya who was still looking as if she is in daze..

Rahul: Tia.. bas ab.. don't think much. Have some rest chalo..

Athiya didn't budge. Rahul picked her up and took her to bed and made lie down on the bed and he himself layed down beside her.. taking her in a hug to which she just snuggled more into him and was crying.

Rahul kissed on her forehead.

Rahul: Bas Tia.. Bas.. sleep okay..

He kept telling sweet nothings and both fell asleep in a while.

It was the next day when Rahul and Athiya's sleep broke due to knock on the door. It knocked again and now they both were fully awake..

Athiya: Kon.. kon hai?

Amol: It's me Amol Athiya.. Open the door

Athiya and Rahul both were shocked hearing Amol was at the door

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