Hasan was with his group of teachers. There were five minutes for the classes to begin. He and the rest of the Professors sipped tea from thin paper glasses. Jamal nudged his stomach and gestured towards Anaisha who was calmly walking towards them. Hasan assumed she will be heading towards the Principal's office. Shambhavi wasn't with her, maybe she would come later.

Like always, she was confident and graceful. Hasan couldn't stop admiring her. Anaisha removed her sunglasses, and he realized her gaze was fixated on him. The Pallu of her blue organza saree flowed with the wind as she walked briskly towards him. Her usual sleeveless blouse and organza saree combination made her stand out in a good way.

Without any warning, Anaisha engulfed him with a hug. Hasan looked around, with his cheeks flushed. There was Chauhan sir amongst them and another elder Professor. This was embarrassing for him.

She parted, and placed her hands on his shoulder, - "I am happy I met you here." She adjusted his collar and smiled at him. Hasan nodded, awkwardly smiling back. Anaisha winked at him before turning around and walking away. Jamal stifled his giggles with his hand. Hasan glared at him, but he doesn't stop.

Once the classes started, Hasan walked into the class. The students welcomed him, and he asked them to sit down. As he flipped through his book, he noticed students whispering and chuckling. Looking up, he realized a few of them were pointing at him.

"What is the matter? What is so funny?" He asked strictly. One of the boys from the last bench stood up.

"Sir, you had fun last night."- He winked at him, making Hasan feel uneasy, - "We thought you were single. But there was no need to flaunt your relationship." He could barely contain his naughty smile.

Hasan cleared his throat, - "What do you mean, Mr. Shekawat?"

The boy chuckled, - "Sir, you check your reflection."

Hasan frowned at him, doubtfully picked up his phone, and checked his reflection in the front camera of his phone. His eyes widened upon seeing his collar was loose, which revealed a love bite on his neck. What the hell?

He recollected Anaisha adjusting his shirt's collar and realization dawned upon him.

Embarrassment was an understatement for what he felt. The class laughed at him, mostly the boys while the girls stayed quiet. Quickly, he adjusted his collar and buttoned up his olive-green shirt. He was very disappointed with Anaisha. She shouldn't have done this.

"Quiet." He yelled at the class, then adjusted his waistcoat and observed the class. It was taking so much courage for him to face the class, else he just wanted to disappear from here.

Anaisha stopped her car in front of a building. A woman waited for her at the entrance. She adjusted the salmon pink dupatta over her head as Anaisha opened the door to the passenger seat of the car.

"Hop in, Tahira." Anaisha urged her. Tahira looked around and gracefully sat inside.

At the hospital, Anaisha led her towards the reception, all the while assuring her that this was the best hospital and doctor Minal Rajvanshi was the best gynae.

"Here."- Anaisha passed her a paper, - "Fill the form." She placed a pen over it and faked a broad smile. Tahira hesitated before picking up the pen. Anaisha was losing her patience but she kept still.

Minal worked in her cabin, she called the nurse asking her to call in the next patient. The door opened and she was surprised to see Anaisha walk in.

"Oh My God!"- She raised her eyebrows, - "Pregnant so soon?" She grinned cheekily at her.

Anaisha rolled her eyes as she pulled a chair for herself. Then, she slumped over it with a huge sigh, - "I have someone I know here for you. Tahira. She is the one who is pregnant." She replied, placing a leg over the other.

Minal hummed, nodding. Tahira entered the cabin along with the nurse. She carried the form and her reports.

"Place the documents on the table."- Minal pushed back her chair as she got up, gesturing for Tahira to lay down on the stretcher. She smiled at her, - "We will check the heartbeat of your child."

Tahira agreed. Anaisha turned around to look at them. Minal closed the curtains and so, she turned the other way again. She smirked to herself, eyeing the documents on the table.

Anaisha fixed her expressions as the ladies walked towards her.

"All good, Minal?"

Minal nodded, - "Yes. We have to take ultra-sound to be sure." She replied picking up the papers and looked at Tahira, - "Your baby's heartbeat is good."

Anaisha could feel her heartbeat race with anticipation. How will Minal react? And was this the right way to tell her the truth? She didn't see any other way as she didn't have the courage to mouth everything to her. But Abhinav's truth has to be out.

Minal looked down at the form and Tahira's other hospital card. She stilled, staring blankly at the documents. Anaisha shifted restlessly, she reached out for the paperweight and grasped it tightly.

"Everything alright, Minal?" She asked cautiously.

"Huh!" Minal looked up, dazed and with tears in her eyes. Anaisha wanted to be happy as the cat was out of the bag but at what expense. She distracted herself, saying that this was bound to happen.

Minal swallowed, blinked rapidly. She darted her gaze to Tahira. She eyed her for a moment and then looked down again.

"Mrs. Tahira, where is your hus—husband."

"Ji, he is busy with work."

Minal looked up, - "Abhinav—Abhinav Singhaniya, is he your husband?"

Tahira froze, she began to wander her gaze everywhere avoiding their looks. Anaisha was happy to find her in a fix.

She gulped and slowly nodded.

Minal leaned back, and quickly wiped her tear, and nodded, - "Please go and get your ultra-sound done." She passed the papers. Tahira nodded and snatched the papers from her. As she turned, her gaze met Anaisha for a passing moment.

"Anaisha, you stay please."- Minal held her hand and she instantly nodded.

Minal asked the nurse to give them some time.

There was silence in the room, Minal let out a sob breaking the silence. Anaisha leaped from her seat and hurried to her sister-in-law.

"Minal." She held her shoulder.

"Did-you-know?" Her voice muffled over her sobs.

"Hey!" Anaisha made her head rest against her waist and caressed her back, - "Don't cry, Minal. I know it is hard but—you have to accept the truth." She tried to comfort her. Minal stood up and embraced her.

"Why did Abhinav do this to me?"

Anaisha held her tightly, - "You should ask him directly. Face him. You need to make a decision." She parted them and kept holding onto her shoulders, - "You are not Babita Singhaniya or Kairavi Iyer. You are Dr. Minal Rajvanshi." She motivated her.

Minal sighed, moving her hands away, - "I need time. I will be taking Adweta with me to my parents' place. I need to clear my head."

Anaisha nodded and then hugged her once again, - "Be brave, Minal. I am with you."

Anaisha was taken aback upon knowing that Hasan had already shifted to his apartment. When did he get time from college for this? She walked into her room and found her stuff was left untouched.

As she looked around, Abhinav stormed into the room, - "Anaisha. Have you any idea about Minal. She is acting weirdly." He spoke quickly and in annoyance.

Anaisha sighed, facing her brother, - "What do I know?"- She folded her arms, - "She is your wife. And if she wants to visit her parents then what is wrong."

Abhinav frowned, placing his hands on his hips, - "How do you know she has gone to visit her parents?"

Anaisha rolled her eyes, dropping her arms, - "Listen, my husband is missing. I have better things to worry about." She waved her hand at him. Abhinav's posture changed, his expressions turned bitter. Anaisha was relieved that he left the room.

She calmly packed her bags, freshened up, and changed into a blue chiffon saree and pink brocade blouse. The thought of telling Hasan everything excited her. On her way out, Aryaman stopped her.

"Where are you going, beta?"

Anaisha cringed. Slowly, she turned to face her father, - "I am going to my husband. A place where I am valued and my existence isn't questioned." She subtly taunted him with a straight face.

Aryaman was taken aback by her words. He lowered his head for a moment and then looked back at her, - "Beta, I—" Before he could complete his sentence, Anaisha walked off. 

What Anaisha did to Hasan wasn't cool, ya Anaisha *stern face* and Wow! What is Abhinav going to do? What step is Minal going to take? What are your thoughts, my lovelies? 

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