AsYa SS - An Unexpected Love Part 6 Page26

'I'll deal with you later.'

Those words echoed through her ears, as she relived that moment. That moment when everything went berserk. She could feel the venomous hate in his voice, the cold and distant hurt that swallowed him. She tried to explain to him she was not at fault, for she did send Mariam back, but he would not listen. He just said those few words, trying to keep his calm as they got Dilshad onto the stretcher and into the ambulance.

And now here they were, at the hospital, waiting and waiting and waiting. Asad was tensed. His eyes were filled to the brim, but he wouldn't let them overflow. He had to be strong. Even if he felt as if his whole world were crashing down, even if he could bear to see his Ammi in pain, even if he was painfully terrified at the thought of losing his parent for the second time. He had to at least be there for Najma.

Everything happened in such a rush. The goons that had barged in at their home were arrested and Mariam was still at the police station. Zoya Asad and Najma were in the hospital together but Zoya would not dare talk to Asad.

Just then the doctor came out, saying that she was still unconscious. Her life could be in a lot of danger and nothing could be said as yet. When asked if they could meet her, the doctor granted permission. Zoya immediately got up but was stopped by Asad.

'Don't move. I DON'T WANT YOU ANYWHERE NEAR HER'

'But Mr Khan phupi..'

A loud harsh snapping sound cut her off as his large hand went flying across her face dangerously. She held her now red swollen cheek, trying to endure the sting and control herself. It seemed as if anger oozed from him as he continued to reprimand her in a frustrated and afflicted tone while his hand shook continuously ' Miss Faruqui, you have caused enough harm, please stay away from her before anything else goes wrong. What the hell is wrong with you? How could you let this happen to her? Are you mad? You are just selfish and stubborn. Who in Allah's name asked you to help Mariam again? This is all because of you. I will never forgive you for this. You disgust me, and on top of that you want to see her. If I have it my way, I will never let even your shadow reach near her. In fact why don't you just go home. I don't want to see you here.No, I don't want you in my house either. Just get out'

'Enough bhaijan it's not her fault and, Ammi''

'Chalo, Najma' and they went in leaving a confused, shaken up Zoya with tears at the brim of her dark eyes.

She began walking, her fists clenched, as tears began spilling down her already pale cheeks. Emotion surged through her like a storm. How could he talk to her like that. How could he raise his hand at her? Did he not know that she was in pain too? He held her responsible for everything, as usual. She was upset with him but she started to blame herself too. She felt horrible. Was she really the cause of this? Her tears began falling. Phupi was the closest thing she had ever had to her Ammi. Sure her cousin sister had looked after her but she was a sister. Phupi was like the mother she never had. Seeing her Phupi in this state had her completely in a mess. Was Asad right to accuse her? She was infuriated at him but at the same time questioned her innocence.

Remembering his blood shot eyes along with his tears speaking of many emotions, she broke down, her face buried in her hands as she cried her life out. She wanted to go meet her. To see her. But Asad wouldn't let her do even that. Few minutes later she found herself on the floor gripping her arms. Asad was clearly in all this pain and hurt possibly caused by her. She couldn't bear it. He had already lost one parent, this would finish him off. He lived for his Ammi and sister but now, she was worried what he would do. Phupi will make it out of here alive, she said to herself, she has to. For us. For Asad.

'I am sorry Asad, I'm truly sorry'

She continued weeping until she felt someone's hand on her shoulder. Mariam had been witness to Zoya's distress. On her way to Dilshad's room , she had spotted Zoya in the corridor.

'Baaji, don't cry. Phupi will be okay. And don't take bhaijan's words to heart. I'm sure he didn't mean it' 'No Mariam, I know him. He meant every word. He doesn't even want me here. I guess I will leave if that's what would make him happier.' And with that Zoya stood up and started to make her way out, ignoring Mariam's protests.

The same time Asad and Najma came out. Asking, Mariam, they found out that the police matter was sorted out completely. Mariam then went in to see Dilshad, along with Asad while Najma went homewards to get some things required for her brother and her as they would be there for the night. She decided to get a sweater or two for Zoya, as she knew no matter how mad Asad was at her and how hurt she was, she wouldn't leave them.

'Won't Zoya come too?' Mariam asked. Zoya stopped for a moment. Maybe he would let her see Phupi at least for once.

'Nahi, I don't want her to' That was all it took for Zoya to lose all her hope and quicken her pace, almost running out in tears.

'This is wrong bhaijan. It wasn't Zoya's fault'

'Yes it was. I don't want any arguments about this now. Now you are safe and free to stay with us till your brother comes'

'But you don't understand. Zoya did send me back!!'

'What?? Listen I know you probably like her and are friends with her but don't take her side and lie for her. She is despicable! How could she endanger Ammi like that? Is she out of her mind? If anything happens to Ammi, I won't spare..' Before, he could continue, Mariam's voice ran over his as she blasted him while trying to control her crying.

'STOP IT!!!! I know you are very emotional right now, any son would be. This sort of thing is very hard to go through but please hear me out. Don't say things I know you would regret. I know you care about Zoya and probably that's why you're overreacting as well. So just listen to me. Phupi saw me and I told her that I ran away and everything. She was the one who brought me back home. In fact, when I came back Zoya was against me staying because of what you said. She wasn't ready to go against your words. She respects you a lot. And just now when I came she was completely broken. She was in tears. She kept saying 'I'm sorry Asad.' And said that she would leave if that's what would make you happy.'

Realization hit Asad like a ton of bricks. Once again he had done it. Just when he thought things couldn't get worse, they did. How could he misjudge her again? His anger flared up again while his hurt and worry doubled. In all of his emotional turmoil, all he could think of was Zoya. He began running through the hospital in search for her. He could not let her go. He needed her here with him. Especially after the shit he had told her, he needed her to be with him.

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