Chapter 43
After the medical team worked on G3 for a few hours they told the anxious family that the next twelve hours are crucial them meds she took lovered her blood pressure and glucose level to critical levels had the found her any latter she would have been dead.
Yash was uncontrolled he lashed out at Prateek how could he allow thingS to become so out of controlled COULD HE NOT MAKE PARIDHI UNDERSTAND
SP took over "Yash beta don't blame Prateek no one forced G3 to try and kill herself she did that purely out of spite the woman want to control all her sons life she has not realize that you are all grown men with lives of your own."
Pankaj "Bauji Prateek could of allowed Paridhi to leave he did not have to go with her"
"Pankaj are you mad Prateek loves Paridhi she is his wife why should he choose your mother over her?" said SP "Your mother has lived her life now it is time for Prateek to live his"
"Bauji what are you saying if ma dies won't Prateek blame himself for the rest of his life" asked Yash
"Did he put the pills in G3's mouth and force to swallow no she did that on her own" said SP "Yash you are forgetting she did wrong to both you and Aarti no one forced her to do that she made all thes decisions by herself only because she refuse to give up control on you boys"
"Bauji I am sorry for what happened I did not think she would of actually tried sucide" cried Prateek
"Prateek get a grip on yourself and be a man you can't allow anybody to emotionaly blackmail you like this. Do you forever want to live life holding on to your mother's dupatta or do you want to grow up be a man and have your own family?" replied an angry SP
"Bauji how can you speak like this about ma?" asked Pankaj
"After all the wrong things she has done to my sons, bahus, and grandkids I see her reality there is no love between us there never was I was forced to stay with her by my parents and society but now I have had enough"
"Bauji don't you have a little bit of feelings for her" asked Aarti
"Aarti bahu she is the mother of my sons what little feelings I had developed for her over the years was slowly killed when she showed her true colours to you Yash and the kids."
"Bauji don't say that she needs us now" replied Aarti
"No what she needs is to speak to a psychologist and accept the realities of life" replied SP "times have changed beta there is no shame in speaking with a professional she needs to accept that her sons are adults with families of their own and they need to live their life you all have to make your own decisions she cannot be the one to decide for you. If Prateek wants to move out and live with Paridhi parents then so be it; but if he stays at SM then then Paridhi have to learn to show respect to her elders she has to make an effort to fit into our family and show some courtesy learn and follow our traditions and help Vidhi bahu with the cooking. I am not saying she cannot work she can be a part time RJ if that will make her happy"
Paridhi's parents who were also present agreed with SP.
The doctors came and told that G3 was stable and advice all to go home and return in the morning but both Aarti and Vidhi were determined to stay until Pankaj intervened and said Yash should take Aarti home that she needed the rest have they forgotten her doctors orders, and Vidhi what can she do here when the nursing and medical staff are there to care for G3.
SP went with Radha and family while Maya went with Pankaj and Vidhi to SM Paridhi's parents told paridhi to accompany Prateek back to SM because he needed her support and understanding also they should try and come to a solution acceptable to all.
In Aarya's room yash was so restless his ma was on the brink of death and all they could do was pray and wait; he was furious at Prateek how could he allow things to deteriorate so much. Then he got a request to video chat from Prateek this was his chance to speak his mind to his younger brother.
"Bhayia I am so sorry for what happened to ma you know Pari can be a hot head and things got out of control but ma is also to blame why did she have to try and kill herself"
"Prateek you have to get a firm hold on Paridhi make her understand she cannot always have her way she is a married woman into a traditional family we have rules look how Vidhi Bhabhi lives all these years I am sure she too once had dreams of a different life but she adapted to our way of life. Paridhi is to spoilt and you too are at fault if you had explained to her before marriage what was expected of her and never allowed her to think that life would go on as before marriage with her job and dreams."
"I know and accept that I am at fault but but ma and buaji could be a little understanding and try to accept Paridhi for the person she is. Instead of being the domineering saas all the time always shouting and insulting her at every step look how badly they treated Aarti Bhabhi."
"Yes Prateek what you are saying is the truth but in ma's mind both you and Pankaj bhayia are all she has remained with. I am not her biological son; she knows the truth where bauji lives half his time with Radha ma whom he loves. G3 ma has grown more possessive of the both of you in these past few months so through her actions she will stake her claims on you plus there is the fact that she never accepted Paridhi as a suitable wife for you."
"Bhayia what can I do I love ma very much but Pari is my wife the love of my life I have accepted that both will never change their attitude and then there is buaji she is always causing trouble at every chance she gets."
"Ptateek ma is ill both physically and mentally please try explaining to Paridhi about the situation you both have to make the decision that is right for you. Consider this as a test in your relationship you both are still very ypung and have a lot to learn about life. I understand and respect that you both are independent and have your own dreams to work in fields outside of the family's business and Paridhi wants to work full time. Again I am saying Prateek you are at fault you should have explain to Paridhi before marriage about our family's traditions."
"I know bhayia but I love Paridhi and did not want to lose her if I had told her the complete truth that we are a traditional family she would not of agreed to marry me and I don't think I would have been able to live without her."
"Prateek I was married to Aripta for four years she was my world the mother of my two beautiful daughters my first love but she died leaving me alone I missed her a lot; while it is true I stopped living and became a work alcoholic ignoring my family and friends. When Aarti came into my life I mentally grew up I understood what is true love I saw what I had with Aripta was not true love but infatuation because she was the one chosen for me as per our tradition and told to me that she is my life parthner my soul mate. When I met Aarti I knew immediately that she is the one god created just for me and I for her. It took us time to find each other but we found our way to each other. If Paridhi is the one for you she will support you and your decision not because you are the man her husband as bauji and G3 ma taught us but because she loves, trust and understand you, the same goes for you. Our elders are old school while Paridhi is modern try and find a way to bridge that gap"
"But bhayia you have not been able to bridge that gap between Aarti Bhabhi and ma"
"Prateek there are many reasons for that one being I am not her biological son, two she hates Radha ma, three she hates Aarti and Ansh. When she thought I was her son she loved Aripta as her daughter that is why she choose her as my wife. As it is now Aarti, Ansh and I are a constant reminder that bauji never love her or full accepted her as his wife that his second wife is the love of his life just as Aarti is the love of my life my true soulmate and that he has another son which she knew nothing about. When she see the love I have for Ansh she feels that I am betraying Aripta by not loving only her daughters what ma refuses to see and accept is that I love all three the same they are my babies so what if Ansh is my legally adopted son and not my blood he is my eldest child I have no favourites he is my boy who will carry my name forward my eldest heir.Prateek let us hope and pray that ma accept the help of a councillor and she can finally understand that her sons are adults with their own lives and not her personal toys, her bahus are not her maids to be ill-treated and yell at."
"Bhayia you have given me a lot to think about I will say bye for now see you tomorrow"
"Bye chote"
Aarti who was lying in bed was so proud of her Yashu he was trying to be strong and brave for his brother; giving him some comfort and advice when he himself needs comfort. Aarti knew that he was hurting and in deep pain because of G3 ma's actions she is the mother he knows all his life the one who loved, guide, wiped his tears when he was a child comforted and nursed him back to health after every illness. It pained him to see his G3 ma so broken lying so lifeless on an bed with tubes and needles attached to her body, no matter how bitter and distant she had become in the past few months she was and will always be his ma and he loved and respected her.
Yash went and sat next to his wife who immediately pulled him close to her offering her warmth and comfort "Baby why did this happen? Why did she have to take this drastic step? Couldn't she just ignore Paridhi or allow Prateek to leave with his wife he would of return in some time, but no she had to compel him to emotionally blackmail him. Why do mothers do such things? Baby when our boy Ansh is older I want you to promise me you will never do that we will talk to our children and try to lead them on the correct path."
"Yash I don't have the correct answer but a mother feels close to her children she is unable to leave them alone until the day she dies. A son is close to his parents and according to our traditions he lives with his parents throughout his life, in her eyes he is still her innocent baby hers to guide all through her life; and she believes that Paridhi is taking advantage of her remember she does not believe in love marriages Paridhi is not her choice for him plus it is in both ma's and buaji's nature to be a control freak."
This last few words made Yash smile what his love said is the truth both his ma and bua loves being in control of their family and the household wealth.
"Baby thank you for coming into my life and being your sweet understanding self "
"I should be the one to say thank you my love you have accepted me and my son as your own give me two beautiful readymade daughters and another baby on the way I feel so complete. I have a large not perfect but dysfunctional family this is something every orphan dreams off having a family to call their own. I love you my Yashu"
"I love you my Aaru" and of course he needed no more persuasion sealed the deal with a romantic kiss, Aarti hormones begun demanding for some attention which Yash was only too happy to give.Adjusting themselves on the bed because at six and a half months she Aarti belly was in their way and Yash first concern was to keep his wife and baby safe.
The following morning Aarya made their way to the temple close to the hospital after offering their prays they shared breakfast to the poor who waited in the temple grounds Yash had made arangenents with their resort staff to provide meals for the week to the poor outside this temple.
Aarya made their way to the hospital they met Pankaj, Vidhi, and Prateek there Paridhi has a TV shoot and refused to visit G3 ma. SP accompanied by Radha and Maya bua had arrived earlier and was in the doctor's cabin. Yash looked through the glass window into his ma's room she was still lying motionless and a nurse was checking her IV lines and charts.
SP came to his children followed by the doctor "Betas the doctor said your ma's condition is slowly improving she is responding to stimuli but there is another problem and they heed to do more test to confirm"
The doctor said "There is some irregularity in her blood works indicating that she has a form of blood cancer I have spoken to a specialist who has advised different test should be done before a firm conclusion is made. In case it is confirmed that she has indeed blood cancer I would like all of you to get tested as a possible donor for her even you children should get tested because we never know where and who could be a match."
This news had taken the family by surprise they all looked for the nearest chair Yash sank down to the ground even though he and his ma were not on speaking terms he had always been her favourite the son closest to her heart.
Aarti tried to console her hubby but Vidhi took her to the nearest chair and the three brothers held each other and cried. During this time Ishita and Akash arrived they had made sure the kids were safely sent to school and their baby was securely strapped on to Ishita chest. Radha told them the news and Akash joined his brother in their hug to offer his support and comfort.
After the brothers all went and had themselves tested even the three elders, Vidhi, Ishita and a protesting Aarti also went Yash did not want his wife to be tested because she is pregnant but Aarti you may never know she could be the one and after she gives birth she could be a donor if needed.
It was agreed after much discussion that the kids will also be tested the following day.
In the even Paridhi accompined by her parents came to visit Prateek was at first reluncant to share any information with them them SP decided that they too should know as they were now also relatives. Paridhi's parents were in their late forties and decided that they too along with Paridhi shall be tested.
Aarti had informed Shoba ma and she and her family came earlier showed their support for the Scindhia family and they too got tested, and offered their prays.
SP informed G3's relatives who also came to visit and lend their support by being tested, and offering their prayers for G3's speedily recovery.
Back at home Aarti had to comfort her hubby and answer the question from her kids who sensed their parents worry Yash was trying to be strong for his family but Aarti knew he was dying inside Radha came and offered her comfort she took her son head on her lap while he sat on the ground praying in their family pray room. Radha stroking her son's head "Beta I know how much this pain you she is your ma after all and her life is on the brink of death the doctors will try their best. The doctors say by morning she should be awake and them they will start her counselling. Beta we have to take everything on step at a time tomorrow more people will be tested and they will begin the search in the national registry for someone compatible. Beta trust in god everything will work out and if this is the end of the road for her spend the next few days with her give her your support she still loves you beta she is just a stubborn"
Aarti stood with SP watching the mother and son "Bauji what do you think will the counclor be able to help G3 maji?"
"I hope so beta I really hope so, she needs the support from her family now, especially if the test confirm that she has a life threatening disease, but we all know how stubborn and proud G3 is she will never accept defeat"
"Bauji I hope she uses that inner strength and fight not give in and become depressed. Bauji I want to suggest to Yash for us to return to SM so we can be near her I know I will have to ignore bauji's taunts and ma herself may not want us there especially Ansh and I but I am willing to handle her taunts and I will make the kids understand that their G3 dadiji is ill"
"Beta I will speak to Radha I am certain she will support your decision she understands how much Yash loves G3 and she is not a resentful person, in fact I know she will also want to do her part to help G3"
Back in their room Yash walked in and found Aarti rubbing her belly and speaking to their baby Yash came and sat in front of her and he too begun to talk to the baby rubbing his hand on her belly.
Aarti caressed his head and cheek "Yashu I want to say something I think we should return to SM forget about the past months and return to your childhood to be close to G3 ma"
"Aarti bauji will harass you and Ansh once again and G3 ma she said we are never to return to live there again. Do you honestly she will forgive and accept us in her home"
"Yashu I have faith that ma will accept us she will remember her love for you and the girls and by default tolerate Ansh and I " Aarti laughed "And if this baby is a boy she will be thrilled remember she always you to have a son"
"Aarti as much as I want to spend time with G3 ma I don't want you and Ansh to suffer in that house"
"Yashu I am a big girl I can handle both your ma and buaji" and she give him a reassuring kiss and once again their romance got started each finding comfort and reassurance about their current situation and what next steps they will embark on in their future.
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