Virat had noticed a subtle change in Ishika's demeanor ever since the incident with Abhishek. It wasn't just the distance she had put between herself and the cricket team; there was a heaviness in her eyes that hadn't been there before. He had tried to approach her a few times, attempting to understand what was bothering her, but each attempt was met with silence or a curt response.

One evening, after a particularly tense practice session, Virat found Ishika sitting alone by the pool at the hotel. He approached cautiously, taking a seat beside her without saying anything at first. The sound of water gently rippling in the pool filled the silence between them.

"Ishika," Virat finally said softly, "I know things haven't been easy lately. I want to talk to you."

Ishika sighed, her gaze fixed on the water. "There's nothing to talk about, Virat."

Virat looked at her, concern etched on his face. "You've been avoiding everyone, especially me. Whatever happened between you and Abhishek... I just want you to know I'm here for you."

Ishika remained silent, her shoulders tense. Virat continued gently, "I know I interfered, and maybe I shouldn't have. But I care about you, Ishika. You're like a sister to me, and seeing you like this... it's worrying."

Ishika finally turned to look at him, her eyes filled with a mixture of sadness and frustration. "You don't understand, Virat. You don't get to decide who I should be with or how I feel."

Virat nodded slowly, his expression grave. "I know. And I'm sorry if it seemed like I was overstepping. I just want what's best for you."

"What's best for me," Ishika replied bitterly, "is being able to make my own choices."

Virat took a deep breath, trying to choose his words carefully. "Ishika, I know you're upset. But whatever happened between you and Abhishek... you can't keep shutting everyone out. You're part of this team, part of our family."

Ishika looked away again, her fingers tracing patterns on the edge of the pool. "I just need some time, Virat. Please understand."

Virat nodded solemnly. "Okay. Take all the time you need. But remember, I'm here whenever you're ready to talk."

With that, Virat stood up and walked away, leaving Ishika alone with her thoughts. She watched him go, torn between anger and the ache of unresolved emotions. As she stared into the water, she knew that finding a way forward wouldn't be easy, but she also realized that shutting herself off from everyone, including Virat, wasn't the solution either.

Virat did not want Ishika to be sad, ever since he intervened in her relationship with Abhishek. Concerned, he decided to approach Abhishek one afternoon after practice.

"Hey Abhishek," Virat called out, catching him as he was about to leave the practice ground.

Abhishek turned around, a somber expression on his face. "Hey Virat," he replied quietly.

"I've noticed Ishika hasn't been herself lately," Virat began, choosing his words carefully. "I know things between you two have been strained since... well, since I spoke to you both."

Abhishek sighed, his shoulders slumping slightly. "Yeah, it's been tough," he admitted. "I miss her, Virat. But I also understand why she's upset."

Virat nodded understandingly. "I just want her to be happy, Abhishek. And I know you care about her too."

"I do," Abhishek affirmed, his voice tinged with sadness. "I want what's best for her, even if it means not being with me right now."

Virat placed a reassuring hand on Abhishek's shoulder. "Give her some time. Sometimes things have a way of working out when we least expect it."

Abhishek managed a small smile. "Thanks, Virat. I appreciate your understanding."

"Anytime, Abhishek," Virat replied warmly. "And if you ever need to talk or anything, I'm here."

With that, Abhishek nodded gratefully, feeling a bit lighter knowing he had Virat's support. As he walked away, he couldn't help but hope that someday, things would be right between him and Ishika again.

Virat decided it was time to mend things between Ishika and Abhishek. He found Ishika in her room, staring out of the window, lost in her thoughts. Knocking gently, he entered and sat beside her.

"Ishika," Virat began gently, "I know things have been tough lately. I've seen how much you miss Abhishek."

Ishika sighed deeply, turning to look at Virat with a mix of hope and hesitation in her eyes. "Virat, I miss him so much. I don't understand why you had to interfere."

Virat took a moment before responding, choosing his words carefully. "Ishika, I realize now that I shouldn't have intervened. It was wrong of me to come between you two. Abhishek cares about you deeply, and I can see how much you care for him."

Ishika nodded slowly, a glimmer of hope beginning to light up her face. "Does this mean..."

Virat smiled warmly, placing a reassuring hand on her shoulder. "Yes, Ishika. I spoke to Abhishek. He's been feeling the same way. He wants to talk to you."

Ishika's eyes widened with surprise and joy. "Really? He wants to talk?"

Virat nodded. "He's waiting for you."

Without another word, Ishika rushed out of the room, her heart racing with anticipation. She found Abhishek standing by the hotel lobby, nervously fiddling with his phone. When he saw her approach, his face lit up with a hopeful smile.

"Ishika," he started, his voice wavering with emotion, "I'm so sorry for everything."

Ishika shook her head, closing the distance between them. "No, Abhishek. It was my fault too. I should have talked to you earlier."

They stood there for a moment, taking in each other's presence, the weight of the past few weeks lifting off their shoulders. Finally, Abhishek reached out and gently took Ishika's hand in his.

"Can we start over?" he asked softly.

Ishika nodded, her eyes shimmering with tears of relief and happiness. "Yes, Abhishek. Let's start over."

And in that moment, with Virat watching from a distance, a sense of peace and joy settled over them all. It was a new beginning for Ishika and Abhishek, filled with hope and the promise of a brighter future together.

As Ishika and Abhishek embraced, Virat smiled from afar, knowing he had done the right thing by letting love prevail. The tension dissolved, replaced by a sense of relief and happiness that spread through the team. Ishika and Abhishek's journey was far from over, but they faced it together, strengthened by the challenges they had overcome. In the quiet of the hotel lobby, amidst the bustling excitement of their surroundings, a new chapter began—one filled with renewed hope, understanding, and the deep bond of love that had weathered the storm.

In the end, amidst the cheers of victory and the camaraderie of the Indian Cricket Team, Ishika and Abhishek found their way back to each other. The trials they faced only strengthened their love, and they emerged stronger, wiser, and more committed than ever. Virat, with a smile of contentment, watched as his sister and her beloved shared a quiet moment, knowing that sometimes, love's journey takes unexpected turns but always finds its way home. As they stood together, surrounded by the warmth of their family and friends, Ishika and Abhishek knew that their love story was just beginning—a tale of resilience, forgiveness, and the enduring power of love.