My Person

TWENTY

Riddhima was pacing back and forth in the room which was allocated to her. She was biting her nails inbetween. She wanted to talk to Vansh about her demand. She now had mentally accepted that she have to stay here in RS mansion till Vansh voluntarily releases her. But still she had few things that she wanted to discuss with him. She was scared and confused whether he will listen to her or not. But she took and deep breath and gathered her confidence and leave the room.

She knocked on Vansh's door, after few seconds He opened the door and seeing her he raised his eyebrows as if asking her what's the matter, She got scared seeing him. All the courage she had before few seconds leave immediately. She gulped down her saliva before speaking "I want to talk about something important" she said with confidence.

Vansh looked at her and entered inside his room, she got the cue and followed him inside with slow steps and hesitation. Whereas he didn't want her to utter again about releasing her. He had enough.

He folded his hand in front of his chest "What is it?" He asked with an authoritative tone and it was also clear to her that he didn't want her to ask him silly questions or stupid demands.

" I am going to stay here till you want me too but" she stopped inbetween and looked at him with hope filled eyes.

And He melted seeing her hazel coloured captivating eyes.

"I just want you to allow me to talk to my family members when I want to talk to them" she completed her sentence and looked at his face. He had blank expression as usual. His brain was telling him to not listen to her whereas his heart was against his brain. He was confused.

Seeing no response from him she had tears in her eyes. "I am going to stay here for I don't know how many days. I haven't stayed alone, away from my family for a single day in my entire life." Till now she broke down but still continued saying while hiccuping "And I haven't talk to them since 2 weeks but at least I heard their voice which kept me sane.  Please, Pleeaasseee I beg you. Let me talk to them sometimes"

With teary eyes she looked at him. He took a deep breath and looked at her trembling form saying "Okay.." when she registered his words, she got happy, with back of her hand she rubbed her eyes and questioned him again " Sacchhiii" He just nodded in response. Now she was smiling as if she won some battle.

Vansh seeing her smile felt proud that he was the reason of it. Initially He was not going to accept her request to punish her for running away but then his heart beat him to it. And he was satisfied by his decision.

"Thankyou and Good Night" saying this she went out of his room. He looked at her retreating figure.

She went in her room and fall on her bed, fighting the urge to immediately contact her family. Though she had gained permission, she decided to wait, savoring the victory of gaining that small freedom.

Next day, Riddhima woke up early. She helped Dadi with the puja. She felt that she needs to help for housework. Firstly she is the guest here and she can't stay idly. She wasn't one to order people around or remain inactive. With determination, she resolved to contribute to the household chores and make herself useful during her stay.

Siya and Ishani were both delighted to have Riddhima in their house. They quickly befriended her and genuinely liked her. They tried to make her feel more comfortable around them. However, Vansh never disclosed why he brought her, and Riddhima refrained from mentioning anything to them. She feared Vansh's reaction and chose to remain silent in front of his family. Despite this, witnessing their friendly nature, she began to feel slightly more at ease. It was essential for her to become comfortable since she would be staying there for a while.

It was dinnertime, and everyone except Vansh was present. Riddhima sat beside Dadi, with Ishani and Siya across from her. Riddhima nervously played with her food, as if contemplating with herself that whether she should talk or not, which Ishani sensed. She directly asked Riddhima, "Is there anything you want to ask?" With hesitation, Riddhima glanced at everyone and then inquired, "When will Mr. Raisinghania come?" Ishani was taken aback by the sudden question, while Siya was ecstatic. She was delusional, believing that Riddhima and her brother were dating and that he would soon reveal it to them. She even began planning what she would wear to her brother's wedding.

"We never know what time he'll be coming home. As usual, he'll be late," Ishani said while eating her food. Dadi, with a worried voice, said, " Mera baccha, pura din sirf kam karta rehta hai, he works every day without caring about his health. He don't even have time for himself. Sometimes he even skips meals. He leaves early and comes home late. Sometimes he just sleeps on an empty stomach when he's very late. I'm just worried sick about him." With a sigh, Dadi continued eating.

Hearing about him, Riddhima felt sad for Dadi and for HIM as well. She believed he should take care of himself not only for his family but also for his own well-being.

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