As Jassi's voice trailed off, the room fell into a heavy silence, filled with the weight of the revelation and the palpable concern for Rohit. Jinks and Jaddu sat close to Rohit, their eyes fixed on him, both lost in their thoughts and guilt. The only sound was the soft rustle of fabric as Jassi continued to hold Rohit's hand. A sudden, subtle movement from Rohit broke the stillness. Jassi felt a slight tightening of Rohit's hand, and his heart leaped in response. He looked down with a mix of hope and apprehension, his eyes searching for any sign of awakening.

Jassi "Look... bhaiya is waking up."

Jinks and Jaddu leaned in closer, their faces reflecting a mixture of relief and tension. Rohit's eyelids fluttered, and a low groan escaped his lips, barely audible but unmistakable. The tension in the room heightened as they watched, their breaths held in anticipation.

Slowly, Rohit's eyes opened, revealing a haze of confusion and exhaustion. He blinked a few times, trying to focus on the faces around him. His gaze settled on Jassi.

Rohit(voice hoarse and barely a whisper)"Jassi..."

Jassi squeezed Rohit's hand, his own eyes brimming with tears. He struggled to maintain his composure as he replied, his voice filled with relief "Yes, Bhaiya... You okay ?.

Rohit's expression softened as he tried to make sense of his surroundings. He looked at Jinks and Jaddu, his eyes clouded with uncertainty and a hint of the vulnerability he had kept hidden.

Rohit:"Wha---what happened?"

Jinks: "You tell us Ro, what-------"

Jassi cut off Jink in between and said " Bhaiya, Jink bhai is asking why you woke up so late today ?"

" I woke up lat--" Ro looks at watch on side table" OOh god its already pass noon, why didn't anybody woke me up until now" said Ro.

Jink was staring at Rohit in disbelief and concern. Taking the hint, Jaddu said, "Ro, we tried waking you up, but you didn't wake up. When I thought about throwing water on you. Jink mentioned that you had a headache yesterday, so we figured you might not be feeling well. We just sat here waiting for you to wake up. Now that you're up, go freshen up, and we'll have lunch together."

Once Ro had gone to the washroom, Jink turned to Jassi with a questioning gaze. Understanding his concern, Jassi sighed and said, "Adi messaged me saying that the injection has side effects that can cause a person to forget recent events. When bhaiya woke up, he had a hazy look. I realized he doesn't remember, and Adi suggested we shouldn't force him to talk or stress him out. He hasn't fully recovered yet."

Jink's brows furrowed in concern as he processed Jassi's words. "So, he really doesn't remember what he did yesterday?" he asked quietly.

Jassi nodded, a hint of worry in her eyes. "Exactly. Adi said it's common with those types of injections. We need to be careful about what we say around him for now. He might get overwhelmed if we push him to recall too much too soon."

Jink ran a hand through his hair, as he said. "What if he starts remembering on his own? Shouldn't we be ready for that?"

"We will be," Jassi replied, trying to sound reassuring. "But for now, we just need to be supportive and give him space. It's the best thing we can do for him right now."

As Rohit came out after freshening up, their lunch had also arrived; Jaddu had ordered it to the room so Rohit could rest properly.

Once Rohit came back, his gaze moved from one face to another, taking in the concern and care reflected in their eyes. Despite the lingering effects of the medication and the remnants of his distress, there was a glimmer of solace in realizing that he wasn't alone.

They had just finished lunch, and Rohit was back in bed resting, when he was hit with a few blurry flashes, making him clutch his head in pain with both hands. He tried to focus on the flashes, but that only intensified his headache.

Amidst splitting headache , he clearly remembered injecting himself and some hazy conversation with Adi.

As soon as Rohit clutched his head, Jassi, Jinks, and Jaddu rushed to his side, trying to calm him. Jassi held Rohit's hand, while Jinks gently ran his fingers through Rohit's hair, giving him a slight massage. Jaddu sat quietly beside them.

When Rohit had calmed down somewhat, he whispered, "I'm sorry, Jassi. I know what I did was wrong, but I desperately needed sleep, which I haven't been getting. Trust me, I tried everything."

Jassi replied, "No need to apologize, Bhaiya. I just want you to be okay. Please promise, you won't do it again. We're here for you... See, even Jink bhai and Jaddu bhai are here for you, we're together in this. But for now, just rest."

As Rohit drifted into a peaceful sleep, the gentle sounds of the room enveloped him like a warm blanket. When he awoke in the evening, the room was illuminated by the soft light of the setting sun.

Feeling slightly better, Rohit took a deep breath and sat up. Jassi noticed first and rushed over. "How are you feeling, Bhaiya?" he asked.

Rohit managed a faint smile. "Better, I think. Just... a little confused."

"That's okay," Jinks chimed in, sitting beside him. "You don't have to stress yourself right now. We're here for you. Go freshen up- the rest of the kids are missing their bhaiya. Rishu even declared that Jassi has kidnapped and hidden you somewhere so he can't spend time with you alone!"

Rohit chuckled at the thought of Rishu's antics. "That kid always knows how to make a scene," he said, a smile breaking through his earlier worries.

Jinks grinned. "He's already plotting how to get you to himself. You know he can't stand losing his time with his favorite."

Rohit nodded. "Alright, I'll go freshen up. I don't want to keep him waiting much."

Jassi with hint of possessiveness said " Don't forget bhaiya.... I'm still your first kiddo, which means I have extra rights over you and deserve some extra pampering!"

Rohit couldn't help but laugh at Jassi's playful claim. "Extra pampering, huh? What exactly do you have in mind?" he asked, raising an eyebrow.

Jassi grinned mischievously. "Well, for starters, you could take me for Ice cream treat and make me some of your famous Jassi special Sandwich's tomorrow ?"

Rohit chuckled, shaking his head. "You really know how to make the most of a situation, don't you?"

"Of course! It's a talent," Jassi replied, puffing out his chest dramatically.

As they reached the common area, the cheerful sounds of laughter and chatter greeted them. Rishu was first to spot them and ran over, eyes wide with excitement. "Bhaiya! There you are! I was just telling everyone that Jassi had kidnapped you!"

Rohit with playful smirk on his face, said "Well, it looks like I escaped. Now, what are your demands?"

Rishu's face lit up. " You versus me in video games. And if you lose, you have to take me for treat or get me anything I ask!"

"Deal!" Rohit said, feeling the familiar thrill of competition. "But if I win, you have to help me with my chores for a week!"

"Uh-oh, looks like I'm in trouble," Rishu replied, pretending to think it over. "Alright, challenge accepted!"

As they settled down for the game, Rohit felt the warmth and calmness which was lacking for few day, now he was ready to fight back with his demons.

A/N

Sorry guys I know there was no update for a long time but trust me work was hell past few months and even lack of comment and vote didn't add much to my lack of motivation to write anything.

At one point I wanted to delete all books since I was not able to write anything, but trust me I'm trying my best to write and will complete this book, I won't leave it midway....yes there maybe rushed ending if the response is not any better.

Also today's update is for all those reader who comment and vote. Constantly keep asking for update through comment even when there was no update for months. I feel I should at least try to write something for them.

This update may not be that great but I tried to write someway, so please let me know your feedback and yes, please do vote and comment.

Until next time :)