FF Turnaround-2. CH 30 Updated PG125 (14th Dec) COMPLETED* - Page 9

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Ch18

I left my heart in San Fransisco.

The loveliness of Paris seems somehow sadly gay
The glory that was Rome is of another day
I've been terribly alone and forgotten in Manhattan
I'm going home to my city by the bay

I left my heart in San Francisco
High on a hill, it calls to me
To be where little cable cars climb halfway to the stars
The morning fog may chill the air, I don't care

My love waits there in San Francisco
Above the blue and windy sea
When I come home to you, San Francisco
Your golden sun will shine for me

Tony Bennett - I Left My Heart In San Francisco

Zoya smiled as she heard this song on the radio, passing by a store. She was at the airport waiting for her flight to SF. Not wanting to stay in the lounge and face Asad after what she had said to him, she had decided to walk around the shops, and kill time..Finally grabbing a cup of coffee she took her seat.She sipped on her coffee and stared outside, her happiness faltering everytime she thought back. Not wanting to deal with her guilt she dug thorugh her purse to grab her Ipod, but somehow stumbled on a thick piece of paper she knew wasn't in there before. She pulled it out, only to read her name scribbled on, the writing very familiar. Her hands shivered in anticipation, as she put the coffee cup down and unfolded the paper. It read:

Zoya,

Where do I start?? In the past few days, I finally got the chance to sit back and see my life.I used to run away from my past, from the feelings I had buried inside of me, as they always brought with them the pain, I couldn't handle. I was never a man to love, and I didn't believe in happily ever after, I just wanted to live my life for my mom and my sister, but then you came along, and changed everything.I fell in love, I don't know how, but I did. With you I felt so alive, you made me see myself and the world with a new set of expectations. Zoya you made me wake up from my dark dreams, you made me laugh and gave me so much love, I was changed forever,and then..And then you agreed to marry me, and made me the happiest I have ever been in my life.You gave me the joy I thought I didn't deserve, and with every passing day, you erased that doubt off my head. I used to smile everytime I or someone used the word wife, it just swelled my heart with unadultreded Happiness.I had someone that was mine and only mine, and that word reassured that fact. But then I guess, every day has to loose to the night, and every good time has to come to an end.You left..you left without a single explaination, without a single trace.I was a mad man, trying to find you, wanting to do anything to get you back, but you didn't allow me the chance, Zoya you left me, and it all came stumbling down.My heart broke, and it broke and it broke...until there wasn't a heart left. Nothing else mattered and I went back to who I used to be, but this time around I had no expectations from the future, I was a dead man inside and I lived only for my family. Zoya I wanted to hate you, and maybe that would have helped but I couldn't, I still cant.

Funny how life brought you back.. ...and seeing you again broke this illusion that I hate you.Your presence just made me forget..I could no longer feel that pain, yes there were moments that triggered those pent up feelings, but then you did something and I forgot all about it...I touched you..n somehow my heart resurfaced, the broken pieces wanting to mend, when I kissed you after so long, it felt like second nature..so it gave me some assurance that maybe not all was lost...Our days got better and better and despite the fights we had I felt my old self resurfacing.Zoya I was getting happy again..But maybe my happiness can only be short lived, as my past came in front of me..the divorce paper screamed at me that Zoya was no longer yours to have and to hold...she had made her choice..she had chose to break our marriage..she was no longer your wife...And these very words kept playing in my head, making me mad, making me wanna punish u...for all the pain u gave me..and I guess I let the devil in me win...coz look what I did...I jumped at your throat at the first opportunity...I said things to demean you, I insulted you, I accused you, I questioned your character, all so that I could make you pay and feel what I felt...But instead it gave me more pain and hearing you cry that night,I hated myself, and had it not been for my family I would have walked till the end,on the road of self destruction.

Zoya I wrote this letter not to bring up the past, but for me to actually apologize for my behaviour, from the very first day, when I accused you of always running away till the past few days, when I crossed my lines every moment,trying to respond to my apology, by whatever means it took me to get it. I didn't feel bad when you balsted at me and accused me of seducing you, because I did, I tried to sway ur decision by affecting you by my proximity. I had forgotten I no longer had that right on you, it was a thing of our past, today you are no longer my wife you are a free girl, no longer tied to me in marriage, and what I did was unacceptable.

Zoya I am sorry for everything and I hope you consider my apology. I am truly very sorry for all that I have said and done and I promise that from now on I will respect your space and your decisions.

May Allah always bless you.

Asad.

Zoya couldn't stop her tears as she read through the letter over and over again.All her anger her guilt vanished as her love for Asad resurfaced, making her want to run up to him, smack him on his face and hug him tight, tell him what an idiot he was.But instead she hugged the letter close to her heart and closed her eyes, praying to Allah to help her fight for her relationship.Some of what he had mentioned in the letter still hurt her but she would deal with that later. She stood up made her way to the gate, hearing the boarding call.

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Asad was seated besides Zoya in 1^st class, stealing glances at her, trying to read her mind, but Zoya acted nonchalant, skimming through the channels and staring out the window. The stewardess came by asking them for a drink..

I''ll have scoth on the rocks..told Asad..

No he wont... Zoya undermined him..not meeting his eye,..Can u please get us coke..Diet for him please..She asked on his behalf and resumed her browising.The stewardess shrugged at Asad and walked away..

Asad- uh..what was that for..

Zoya- U don't drink Asad, so stop.

Asad- I do drink Zoya..I have been drinking for the past 5 years..

Zoya-Not anymore

Asad-What do you mean by that...

Zoya-Ur reason fro drinking is nonexistent...so u don't need to drink..

Asad- What do u mean by that?? He was utterly confused

Zoya-Well..she finally turned around and looked at him..straight into his eyes..Asad finally realising what she meant..

Asad-So u forgive me.??he waited in anticipation for her answer

Zoya- Yup..I guess your letter melted my heart...even though I don't agree to a lot of things u wrote..she went back to changing the channels...

Asad looked away...a smile creeping up his mouth..after a long time..

Maam' Here you go with ur coke...do u want me to grab anything else for u or ur husband?...

Asad almost froze hearing the word husband...and started to correct her..but Zoya's voice stopped him..

Zoya-Well ya can you get my husband some wipes..u know he has OCD..n cant cant stand germs and messiness...she teased...Asad too shocked to say anything.

Sure maam..the stewardess smiled and walked away.

Asad- Why didn't u correct her...I mean...

Zoya-Whats the big deal..just chill..

Asad- No I don't want people to misunderstand...I uh I don't want to put u on the spot..

Zoya-Asad please chill, ITS NO BIG DEAL..she emphasized

Asad- Zoya I don't feel..

Zoya-Bahut ho gaya Asad..dont get me stareted again..waise bhi u made it very clear in ur letter that u..dont want to come in my way..n that I am no longer ur wife..n u have no right over me and I am a free girl..blah blah..blah..so enhough already..whats the big deal..bol diya..sach to nahi hai na?? her nostrils flaired...and Asad sunk in his seat..

The stewardess returned again..with some wipes and some munchies..

Here you go sir...N I must tell you...you have a very beautiful wife..and it seems she really loves you and cares for u..Actually our crew has been noticing u guys for a while now..and gotta say u both make for a beautiful couple..may god bless you with a long life together...The stewardess was blushing full on by the time she completed her sentence, Asad's glare not helping...

Asad turned to Zoya..

Zoya-'Wat?? She spoke, her mouth full of crackers..

Asad- That's wat I didn't want...Now everyone is talking about us...Just great..He rolled his eyes frustrated..

Zoya- whats the big deal..u should be happy that u have such a beautiful wife...she batted her eyelids..acting all cute..

Asad-Just shut it Zoya..

Zoya - Come on u don't want their beautiful couple who they want to be together for eternity to fight in front of them..now do u??? She winked, her laughter reaching her eyes..

Arrgh..u r too much..Zoya..he wiped up his hands and the lil tray stand n busied himself with the snacks...not willing to strech this conversation anymore..

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Finally after dinner was served and the trays had been cleared Zoya made herself comfortable..lifting the handle off the seat and leaning over to Asad...

Asad-What are you doing..

Zoya- Shhh I am sleepy and your shoulder makes for a better headrest then this pillow...so shut up and let me sleep.

She cozied up to Asad, and went to sleep, her head on his shoulders, her hands tucked under his and her blanket covering up her body..

Asad took a minute to register...gradually letting out a sigh, this girl was gonna drive him crazy he shook his head finally leaning in, his head on hers and letting sleep take over..

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Maam, sir.. we have landed wake up..

Asad woke up with a jolt, making Zoya almost stumble and hit her head in his chin..

Owww..they both cried in unison..

Sir we have landed in London..they are unboarding...your next flight is only and hr away..

Asad-Uh oh..thank u..very much..Zoya wake up..abhi sone ka time nahi...

Zoya-Nai mujhe sona hai...pls...Asad..

Awww...that's so cute..purred the stewardess...u guys are honestly such a cute couple..

Asad rolled his eyes hearing that comment again, as he stood up, lifitng a half awake Zoya..

It felt like he had the weight of the world on him, as he manovered through the crowd..rushing to make it to the conenction, Zoya's hand in his...and both there carry on's weighin down his free hand..Zoya ran with him, her eyes barely open...unaware of her surroundings..

Finally they made it to their flight, and after putting in the luggage Asad, gently tucked Zoya in her seat, fastening her seat belt and covering her with a blanket.And as he tried to move, her hand pulled him close, as she once again regained her earlier position and cuddled up to Asad, sleeping her way to her desitnation, Asad really having no reason to drink anymore as a peaceful sleep took over.

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We will be landing at the SFO international airport in the next hour, came the announcement.

The flight attentendants will be coming around distrubiting the immigration forms.All the family members upto 5 people can use can use one form. rest is per individual.. blah blah blah...

Asad and Zoya woke up a lil grouchy as the stewardess walked past, leaving them a single form.

Asad- Zoya..fill it up...said Asad, mid yawn..suddenly realising he only had one form...

Asad-Excuse me...he called out..I need another form

Oh I am so sorry I thought you guys were together...I thought you were husband and wife...I mean..you both looked so cute together..sleeping as such...She smiled..

O ya I've been watching them everytime I walked up to the washroom, they were so much at peace, sleeping hand in hand...I wish you all the happines..said and old lady that was passing by, one of her many trips to the washroom.

Asad's cheeks flushed, a rare site indeed, while his eyes shot up with anger as he looked at Zoya, who was giggling like a 5 year old..

Zoya- Wat..she looked at him wide eyed.

He shook his head..

So childish.. going about filling in his form..passing the pen to Zoya once he was done.

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Asad and Zoya got a few more comments from the crew as they passed through the cabin, to unboard, making Asad very irritable...

What's up with all this oohin and aahing looking at us...I mean for crying out loud we are not husband and wife..he scowled..

Zoya-Why do you care...

Asad-Well I don't appreciate people assuming things as it seems so, when it isnt the case...come on..u know..I know...that we are not husband and wife...then why should we not correct them for assuming...don't u feel a little annoyed hearing it so many times in past few hours?

Zoya just shrugged...noncahlant as can be...I don't care...I am not going to see them again..so why do I need to go justify..myself..maybe they liked what they saw..

Asad-Whatever..u and your crazy logic I don't have time for all this...I am going to the restroom to freshen up..u do the same..I'll cya in 5..with that they both walked in opposite directions...One scowling..while the other...shook her head n smiled.

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They were all set..ready to breathe in the cool SanFransisco air. Asad was feeling overwhelmed..He had such mixed feelings about this city, but he braced himself...telling him to face what comes his way.He had accepted the truth of his life and there was no looking back or running away from it. He just wanted to focus on his work and spend time relaxing. He was no longer going to let his past ruin his today. He made his way to the immigration line...his thoughts still trying to assemble in a straight line..

On the other hand Zoya couldn't help but get excited to step out..and relive all her happy days again...she had it all planned out..nothing will bring her down anymore..She was a girl on a mission, to bring back the happiness in her life..and she had full faith that San Fransisco, will once again fill her life with all the joy and happiness and maybe love it had given her before. They both stood in the immigration line..lost in their own worlds only to be pulled out of it when they were called.

Everything went smoothly...and Asad waited for Zoya as she cleared the customs.As she made her way to him, ready to pick up their baggage, the officer called out to her...

Umm I excuse me maamm...Umm excuse me Mrs Zoya Asad Khan... the officer ran up to her you forgot your passport puch here...Zoya looked stumped...as

he handed her the pouch and left...Asad just...

WELL😉?? ...I guess I am not gonna say anything...I am just gonna wait for ur comments..to know what u guys felt...so COMMENT...COMMENT...COMMENT...COMMENT...COMMENT...COMMENT...COMMENT....ab to banta hai boss...

OOO BTW..I DONT KNOW IF YOU GUYS REALISED...that I never made Zoya say..she was divorced...😆...n in every comment wen the marriage thing came out n u guys were O..they were married..I never used the word 'were married'..😆..just FYI..😆..chalo I hope u liked it...n just to let u all know the last update was meant for Asad to get to a neutral point and ready to move on..so Hope that update was justified at the end...Chalo...I'll wait on ur comments!!!!

Cheers!!!😃

PS...I'LL BE GONE FOR THE NEXT FEW DAYS...ITS WEEKEND N I USUALLY DONT WRITE WEN I AM HOME...SO UNLESS I REALLY HAVE NOTHIN TO DO N I END UP WRITING...I'LL CYA AFTER UMM..TUESDAY...ITS A LONG WEEKEND HERE😉

How are you doing? Okay now lets get to the point this spot was reserved for.

CONGRATULATIONS! 🥳😊

a VERY HEARTY Congratulations from my side on completing thread 1 of your story. 👏

Well you & this beautiful plot deserve much much more. I hope you know this story is one of my favorites. I know you do, by the size of my comments, you would have made that up by now, haven't you? if you've not, let me know, i'll increase the content of crap in my replies 😆.

well to be honest Aashna, this story has really glued me to itself. the initial chapters that I read together had me wanting for more & this continues with every chapter. Your capability as a brilliant writer is undoubted. You are just too good at words, one can easily visualize the scene, at least I can. So yeah here's a thumbs up for all the hard work you've put in to make this story worth all our love & interest.👍🏼 I hope you continue this story like forever.. 😊

Now coming to the words you had posted:

-Aashna
FIND YOURSELF;
ITS WORTH IT.

Now this is worth a huge applause 👏 & appreciation ⭐️. just too beautiful. what were you thinking when you wrote this? the way you described how a thought or particular thing in life takes over the whole emotions & one is lost. the heart's desire to get back to it's old good state. it's will to stand strong and take an initiative towards the step that will lead back to it's freedom. I know I am not able to convey my thoughts well enough like you have but believe me it really had touched my heart.

okay i'll give you a break from my bakbak & be back with comment on 17th part.

Till then Lots of Love ❤️

So so sorry for being late. I know I should have unres this spot much earlier but you know I am a big lazy bum, so every time I read this part & re-read & then went away in my lala land, forgetting to post a reply.

Well here it is for chap 17 A:

Now coming again to the lyrics, they were just enough to let me know the summary of the whole part. it was just beautiful.

I knew Asad would be ashamed & guilty once his anger subsided & it did. but I really don't appreciate the way he hurts himself, it's so painful to see him hurting.💔

Zoe's reaction on seeing the blood trail was so normal. I mean of course she would panic thinking of him getting hurt. Her hug, tears & kisses all showed, how much ever they fight & accuse each other, their love will never reduce nor will it go away. I liked her dominating tone with Asad. he actually needs someone to rule him & set him straight.

Ayaan & Asad's convo was very needed, cause I was thinking why wouldn't Ayaan feel regret. I did, I felt in a way it was due to his inquisitiveness that Asad found the divorce papers again & had to go through all the trauma. all happened for the best but still. now I don't have any complains. his words explained what I wanted to hear from him. it was very natural of him to feel being left out on he details about his Bhaijaan's life. the way he explained his point & asked him to make it up with Zoe & consider the second chance was just too good. keep it up Ayaan.👍🏼

Zoe is too much at times. she really loves testing asad's patience. I mean she did feel bad after reading his sorry but then decides not to answer it back. waisey he deserves it in a way.

Asad- Dilshaad convo. I really loved it. so so good. I appreciate the way Dilshaad made him understand & ponder over why Zoe must have taken such a decision. To take care of her & love her like before as she deserves nothing less.

Asad's thoughts were exactly what Zoe thought of it to be. he considers his mother to be his guide. he wouldn't be able to tolerate that she was the reason of his misery when all he ever expected from her was happiness.

I am so glad for Asad having accepted his feelings for Zoe, clear & loud. 😃

Okay coming to my favorite part. I was just so lost after reading this. I so love this naughty Asad. he really must have been a treat to watch & behold when they were together. oh how I wish for them to get back together . his making up took my heart away. he really is not a less nautanki then what Zoe is. The kiss... gosh... just too good to be real. I so loved the way he asked her with a challenging tone for forgiveness. 😛

Chap 17 B:

Now there was a reason why I took long for this chap's response. it was because I was confused about whom to support. I read how Asad did his level best to make it upto Zoe & gain her forgiveness. trying to do everything she loved, from pampering her to making her feel loved. but then there was Zoe, who wasn't melting with anything. she did enjoy the shower of love on her but then her out burst. it made me so confused & somewhat heart broken. I couldn't make out who was right & who wasn't. then later I managed to understand that both of them are very much right at their places..

So lets start with the part. It was so sweet & adorable of Asad to have arranged breakfast for Zoe, then kissed her hard in front of his family. this guy seems to forget everything in front of her. I loved Zoe's response. she was flustered yet her cheapo comment made me roll.

Okay I really never thought Asad would do this. I knew that this shoot thing was arranged by Asad but I never thought he would recreate the whole thing that once occurred between them. So Zoe doesn't like how he got the details about their moment in front of everyone, hun?? the moment was just too intense. Their love seems to over take every other emotion when they come in close contact & rest goes into oblivion.

I knew no body would be in the washroom, of course Asad wouldn't wan't anyone to watch their private moment. but I agree with Ayaan, doing all this to get her forgiveness? Both are crazy.

It was extremely sweet of Asad to get everything ready & set for Zoe to use as per her likes before she woke up. I guess roaming around in shorts was a bit too torturing. u know you've no choice to be together, watch him & yet not have him 😉.

okay but then Zoe's outburst just ruined the whole thing.

Asad's realization was good but yet painful. he thought she wasn't his & not somebody whom he loved. but it's good he left it all to Allah, I hope it gets better with time.

Okay lots of love...🤗

You know I just feel like hugging you tight for two reasons one for giving back to back updates second for making me jump in joy at the last part. 🤗

you know I had that sudden urge to skip the whole part 7 read the end but then I forced myself to read the whole as it came. I just loved it.

Asad's letter left my eyes moist & heart aching. this guy has been through so much in life since his childhood. I can understand the amount of torture he must have gone through when Zoya left him. his belief in love, happiness, happily ever after, marriage & life was broken to shreds. I know how desperate he must have been to find any clue regarding Zoe.

I am glad Zoe finally forgives him from heart. but I seriously didn't like the sound of "u're a free girl" " I won't come in your way" "Zoya is not yours to hold" "she's not your wife". did he have to write this killing thing.

of course it must have worse for Zoe to read such words.

The flight encounters with the stewardess were so cute. I felt like pulling Asad's cheek every time he got irritated with the comments 😛. why is he bothered so much? Zoe, can you get any more cuter than you already are? 😃 I just love you for this spirit of yours.

So now that they set foot in the land of love, I just hope it blesses them again with lots of joys & love together. okay there was one thing I used to think was why Zoya never mentions about the divorce & Asad does. but yaar you remember she said to nikhat & company that they were married? so how come, okay now do clear this, does those divorce papers not have her sign or did Asad not send them back to her after signing? Asad doesn't know about this, isn't it?

Anyhow I don't care, as long as I get to hear this frequently, Zoya Asad Khan. this just makes me feel soo good , I can't tell you just how much, no measuring instrument that can tell precisely how much my love is for this ❤️ .

Achs yaar I'll be editing the previous reserved spots later, for now I have fever but thanks to this update it just made my day. I thought I was just being unfair by reading the updates on my cell & not replying to them, so yeah. i'll get back to you asap.

Lots of love 🤗🤗.