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Mauli's phone was ringing. It showed an unknown number. She hesitantly picked up the phone. Hoping against hope she would hear Kunal's voice. She is yet to block Kunal's number. She has blocked Nandini's number. That was the first thing she did after crying her heart out. Every time she thought about Nandini, Mauli cringed. How they must have made fun of her.How they must have laughed in their minds as to what a foolish woman she is.How they have shared secrets about how slavishly Mauli lived her life for Kunal.Oh, God...Was I really that dumb?
Hello Hello??? Is this Mrs. Mauli Malhotra? Mauli jerked herself from the trance and said timorously yes, This is Mauli. She could not bring herself to say, Malhotra even if she was still legally Malhotra. She has been legally Malhotra for the last 3 months, but physically emotionally and spiritually she has revolved back to Mauli Swatija.
Mrs. Mauli, This is Shakti Shukla, Inspector of Bandra police station. We need you to come in and identify a couple of people for us. Please come as fast as you can...
Mauli was confused and shocked? Why me why me"?she asked.
They are saying they know you.So we want to verify if they know you or you know them.We cannot say who they are over the phone as it will lead to tampering of witness and situation. Please come as fast as you can.
Yes, yes. I will be there in 20 minutes. answered Mauli.
Mauli's mind raced with thoughts. Who could it be?Mayank?Papa, ma?my firneds??Who could it be
Mauli got into the car and raced to Bhandra Police station."I have never set foot in a police station. This will be the first time. Ogh well, there is a first time for everything."Mauli thought.
As she reached Bandra Police station, Mauli went into the Inspector's room. The inspector was cordial and addressed Mauli. I have arrested a couple last night after recieveing complaints and they are in the cell. Please come with me and see if you can recognize them.
Mauli walked behind the inspector and reached the cell and looked inside.
Her heart started beating wildly, her breathing quickened and prespiration started on her forehead and her hands sweated as she came face to face with Kunal and Nandini.
I arrested them on grounds of immorality.This man claims that he is your husband and this lady says she is your friend.Is it true?We can let him and her go if bail is applied.
Mauli continued to stare at both of them.
nandini was looking down, trembling as usual, twisting her hands.her lips were trembling. She still kept looking down.
Kunal looked straight into Mauli's eyes, beseeching silently to help him. After that silent plea, Kunal was unable to meet her eyes. He was so ashamed.
Mauli was unmoving. She came face to face with betrayers. She should feel sympathy. She should jump right in and help them. They need her help. But Mauli was dead inside. They both have killed something inside her. It can never be reignited. She felt sorry for them for sure, But she could not bring herself to forgive them or help them.
She turned and looked at the inspector and said. Yes Inspector, He is my husband. He has left the house to stay with his girlfriend.
"and the girl"?The inspector asked.
I have never seen her in my life. She must be a call girl...
Nandini was shocked.surprised and her eyes clasehd with Mauli.
Mauli looked straight into nandini's eyes and said. What else will you call a girl living with a married man, Inspector"?
Fresh tears rolled down Nandini's eyes. She could not stand it anymore. She flung to the floor.sobbing and weeping.
Mauli looked back at the inspector
"Inspector, we have separated.We will be divorcing soon.I have no obligation towards this man and I don't see the need to bail him out."
Inspector nodded his head.
"I am sorry, you had to come and see this spectacle.You may go Mrs. Mauli Maltora.
"Sorry Inspector, I am Miss Mauli Swatija and I am sorry you had to go to these people's houses and ruin your day".
"Come, let me show you to the door," Inspector said.
Both of them walked out of the cell room.
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