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Chapter 18

Dilshad, Anwar and Zeenat sat in the living room, secretly eyeing each other happily, yet maintaining a strict and stern face towards the two. Both Asad and Zoya, stood in silence unable to say anything.

'Ahem' Dilshad cleared her throat, causing them to look up.

'Asad?'

'Ji Ammi? Woh jo aapne dekha..' he trailed off as Zeenat raised her hand to stop him.

'Aap Zoya se pyaar karte hoon?' Zeenat decided to take the next step in their plan to bring these two together, as well as make it easier for them.

The question caught the two offguard.

What kind of question is that Appi, Zoya thought.

To say Asad was astonished would be an understatement. He was aghast. The simplicity yet density of the question made he feel out of breath. It was a question his heart had been asking millions of times. But he never answered, not because he didn't know the answer but because he didn't think it was time to accept something so serious. He was comfortable with sharing light moments and secretly letting his heart swell with Zoya But this question, could change everything. His answer would. He couldn't lie and say no. But would he be able to say yes?

Zoya's eyes widened her head starting feeling light.

She was outright taken aback. What was wrong with Appi? Just like that she dropped the question on him. But she looked at Asad expectantly, as her heart led her mind. The childish flirtation and romantic foreplay was over. Maybe it was time they accepted they felt something deep for each other. But in this way? Ya Allah what would Asad say now? I know this is so rushed and taking us at shock but why do I need to hear Asad say yes. Why do I want to know he feels for me.. the way I think I feel for him? If he says no what will I do? Then definitely they will send me back to New York. I mean going around kissing someone who doesn't love you in a dark room all alone. Good going Zoya. But somewhere I know his answer isn't No. It couldn't possibly be. All these moments we had shared together, it couldn't possibly mean nothing.. right? Please Asad relieve me and just say yes. If you say yes, then you will give me the courage to face my feelings for you. Please Allah miyan!

'Bolo na Asad!' urged Dilshad. She mentally tapped his head for his hesitance. Ya Allah, make him see the light!

What do I say? I can say no, and get myself out of this whole sticky mess. But why? Why doesn't my heart allow me to? Why do I fear that she'll have to leave if I do? Why does it seem right to say yes? And Zoya? You are looking at me with hope in your eyes. Does this mean you want me to say yes? Does this mean you want me to love you?...Do i?

'Asad!' Zeenat chided. 'It's a simple question.Look we're not angry at you'

'Exactly! We just need to know what's there between you. And we know there is indeed something between you, well especially after. But we need the assurance from you so we know how to proceed with this development. Answer us Asad' Dilshad pried.

Knowing he had to face the answer he closed his eyes. He thought about the question. He thought about love. An emotion he had always thought he would never feel. All he saw was her. He didn't know what love was before until he met her. Why else would he picture her when he thought about that four letter word. He remembered how he felt when he almost lost her in Mangalpur. He had felt as though his heart was ripped out of his chest. As if his existence was wiped out.

And then the way they bonded after he saved her. Their fights, their makeups. Their cute moments, their moments in which they knew. Knew that things were changing. He was changing. For her. She was changing. In his view, everything annoying and irritating about her changed to something he had learned to adore with time. Could he ever imagine things without her? Just the mere thought made him scared. She wasn't perfect. Nobody was. But in everything they had been through, she proved to be perfect for him. After all that, he couldn't possibly let her slip from his hands again. He decided his answer. And it wasn't only to prevent her from leaving, but it just felt right. It was right. Love? Love was her. Love is Zoya. Asad Ahmed Khan had grown to love her.

He opened his eyes, and found four pairs of eyes peering anxiously at him. A slight smile tugging at his lips, he said ' Haan'

His voice, his tone. It sounded clear and sure. Total acceptance on his part. He was totally in love with Zoya. He saw his Ammi, Zeenat and Anwar relax and smile. He looked to Zoya who had her mouth open. She seemed unsure how to react. Dumfounded. Speechless. Agape. This wasn't enough to describe her. All this time she had been praying and hoping that he would say yes. But when he did, she just froze.

'Thank God you finally admitted it' Dilshad said tearfully.

'Asad, I knew it. You love my Zoya don't you?' Zeenat asked caressing his face.

'This is such good news. Dilshad Congratulations' Anwar said. The three were soo happy. Ecstatic. Asad admitted it. This was a victory, the thing they were waiting for. Zoya was left, but they knew she would be an easier nut to crack. Besides, even if she didn't admit it as yet, she would definitely play along because she didn't want to leave. And eventually she would be forced to say that she loved him.

'Zoya, you are very lucky to have the love of someone like Asad' Zeenat teased.

'Zoya attempted fake laughing, but couldn't get through. Her head was pounding. Or was it her heart.

Yeh kya ho raha hain. Ya Allah my head is spinning. Asad he loves.. me?? Why do I feel so happy? And why does this happiness overwhelm me so much? I feel like I can't breath!

'Okay since this is clear now, we have some important things to finalize.' Dilshad said.

'Asad, Zoya, I'm sure you are very well aware of your limits and I trust you. But after today's incident I understand how difficult it must be. Living in the same house and all. But don't worry. Very soon you two won't have any of that. Today itself we'll talk to Malvi Sab to finalize'

'Haan, why leave such good work for later!' Zeenat agreed.

'Uhh Ammi.. kya? I didn't understand you.'

'Meri budhu beta, I'm talking about your and Zoya's nikaah'

Yikes, that did it. Before Asad could reply, In the corner of his eye he saw Zoya reaching out to grasp something. Turning his attention toward her, he realized she was holding her head with the other hand, about to faint. He ran forward and caught her secure in his arms. She let out a sigh and smiled delicately as Asad's arms wrapped around her, before knocking out completely.

'So filmy Zoya.' He muttered under his breath before lifting her and carrying her to her room.

Next : Chapter 19