TS - Was there ever love? (Last Part Page 8) - Page 5

Last part :

Asad had noticed Zoya's withdrawal since the whole chicken blood incident. He did apologise. He gave her the damn sari. Asad smiled a little thinking of her holding the sari and dancing in her room. He couldn't help but smile at that thought. Asad couldn't wait to see Zoya in that sari. Zoya in a sari has always invaded his dreams. "Jitne der thak khwaab dekenge, khwaab tootne per utna zada dard hoga" he remembered the look on her face when he said that. That hurt him when he said it. What hurt even more is when she agreed that they should end it. Did she really feel nothing? Off course she would, after everything he said to her. He hurt in the worst possible way over and over again. He knew he doesn't think before he speaks especially when it comes to Zoya and it hurts him more than it hurts her. But he can't have her come close. Zoya cannot be part of his life, he will destroy her. He is incapable of the love she deserves. Asad reflected, I have succeeded in pushing her away. Yet why do I feel so empty like I have a gaping hole in my heart. Heart, he laughed. Only Zoya could ever reach his heart that he had buried deep inside him. His damaged heart is already hers, but he cannot take the responsibility of taking hers. He would only hurt her heart. Zoya's aloofness especially towards him, is hurting alot. But this is the best way. We are doing this just for ammi. And as soon as ammi is better I will tell her the truth that this is all nakli. Asad felt a dull ache in his chest, like his heart spoke to him..but you want this to be true Asad.

Asad heard gasps and whispers. He looked up and there stood Zoya in kurti made from the sari he selected for her and jeans. Jeans of all things. Asad could feel his temper raising as he heard the snide comments that was being passed about his ammi and her modern bahu. Its a good thing she pulled a stunt like this, all those feelings he was feeling a minute ago was now replaced with anger. Asad was staring at Zoya, he could see the fear in her eyes. Do I really instil such fear in her? Thought Asad and that hurt. Asad stood silently as his ammi come to her rescue. Innovative, really he thought. Chand ke tukda, Asad could help but add "modern chand" he saw Zoya flinch. Asad continued to stare at Zoya as she walked pass him she closed her eyes. This girl know how to make his blood pressure raise. Its a good thing anger replaced all those silly feelings that was cropping up.

Asad couldn't help but gaze at Zoya – she was definitely looking like a pari, a flower nymph. He felt those feelings coming up again and decided to disappear. But these women were a step ahead of him. He had to now sit next to Zoya, the very person he was trying to avoid. Asad could hear all the compliments they were getting. He knew they looked good together, but all the comments about how stunning and how much in love they look was making him uncomfortable. He didn't want this. He didn't want to give her false hopes. So, he started doing what he does best " how could you destroy a beautiful traditional garment like a sari to make this, don't you have any decency" Asad scolded under his breath. Asad expected a explanation but all he got was a " Mr Khan, when I took out the sari to wear" Zoya stopped and looked into his eyes "Oh nevermind, I don't know why I am explaining its not like you will believe me anyway" said Zoya calmly turning away. Asad felt hurt that she thought he didnt even deserve an explanation. He was about to say a something when he heard his ammi say "enough of pyaar mohabat baate, now the groom will adorn his bride". Asad smirked Pyaar mohabat, if she only knew.

Asad took the flower chain and put it around Zoya's neck. Her eyes held his eyes captive. Asad loved Zoya immensely and Dilshaad could see this. Dilshaad smiled, Ya Allah, keep them like this forever. They were so lost in each other that they didn't even notice the lights go off. Only when Dilshaad called to them then did they notice no electricity. Asad quickly looked away. No he couldn't give into his feelings. He heard her rambling about electricity and something, Zoya got up to fix the problem cos theres nothing Zoya Farooqi could not do. Asad had to distract himself. "I will go look for Tannu" he said and went in the opposite direction of Zoya. Zoya snapped away from her thoughts of Asad. Nothing mattered now. She will not let herself fall again for those eyes. She must stay strong she thought to herself and continued working on the wires. Little did she know Tanveer was behind her with a knife ready to strike. As Tanveer lifted her hand to stab Zoya the lights came on. Tanveer looked around to see if any one saw her. No one did. Plan B thought Tanveer. Zoya smiled to herself well done Zoya and returned to the ceremony. Dilshaad, was proud again showing off her know it all bahu when Asad walked in. "Ammi did you see Tannu" he asked concerned. Zoya felt a little pang in her heart. He didnt even worry about her. "She must be around" said Dilshaad. Just then all eyes turned. Asad looked at everyone whose eyes registered shock and turned to see what they were staring at. Tanveer was covered in blood, making her way towards them. Asad ran pass Zoya just like that day at the bus accident site. Asad held Tanveer before she could fall. Shaking her to wake. Zoya's heart hurt.

All the guests left the doctor advised that it was a flesh wound and she will be okay. Asad still sat by Tanveer's side. Who could have done that to his best friend? Dilshaad, Najma and Zoya was in the room as well waiting for Tanveer to wake up. Tanveer slowly opened her eyes and tried to wake up. Asad was quickly at her side helping her sit up. Zoya flinched at seeing him touch Tanveer. She just closed her eyes and continued saying in her hard, he doesn't matter and she will be strong. Tanveer looked around and saw her audience and thought action.."Jammy, I am okay, don't stress" she smiled sweetly. "What happened Tannu, who did this to you" asked Asad all concerned. Tanveer looked straight at Zoya. "I couldn't see Jammy, he lights were off. But it looked like a woman" she said hoping Asad will catch the hint that she was mentioning Zoya. Asad thought the only woman that wasn't in the room at the time was Zoya. Zoya would nver to this. He pushed that thought out of his mind before it even developed further. Tanveer could almost hear Asad's thought. "Jammy, some one must have followed me in dark" said Tanveer again. Looking at Zoya. Asad followed her gaze to Zoya. Zoya was shocked, could he be thinking that she stabbed Tanveer. Wait, why is she shocked off course he would expect the worst of her. Zoya's eyes filled with tears. But she will not let them fall this time. Dilshaad and Najma came to stand beside Zoya. They were all waiting for Asad's lashing. But nothing came. Asad looked at the 3 woman he loved and said softly "rest Tannu, we will find whoever did this" he turned to Tanveer who was looking at him in shock. Asad pulled the blanket over her and said "the doctor advised that you take it easy, its just a flesh wound so stitches are not necessary and you don't have to go to the hospital so just rest" And with that Asad walked out of the room.

Tanveer was furious on the inside. This plan backfired. She gave him so much hints pointing to Zoya. Tanveer expected Asad to shout at Zoya and throw her out, break off this engagement but he said nothing. She has to think of something bigger, time is running out. Suddenly a lightbulb flashed. Tanveer remembered Asad and Zoya's conversation about Zoya not telling her appi and jeeju. Hmm, thought Tanveer its time to invite the in laws. Tanveer smirked and drifted off to sleep. Asad was pacing his room like a caged lion. Why did Tanveer hint to Zoya? Zoya would never to this. I trust her and I know her she not capable of hurting anyone or anything. Asad thought of Zoya looking like a pari and her attitude towards to him. He knew he deserved it. He wished sometimes he could just tell her exactly how much he loved her. And how much he wanted all to be real. But he had to be pratical. He had to think about the future he could not ruin her life. Meanwhile Zoya was undressing, she removed the flower earrings and chain. She came to the protection band he put around her hand. "this is a symbol of your love and trust" said Ayesha Bi. Zoya recalled the look his eyes when he tied it around her arm. Zoya saw love in his eyes. Trust, she thought. It was clear to everyone that Tanveer was pointing towards her, and Zoya knew Asad had figured it out. But he said nothing. Did he actually trust her now and that way he didn't blast her? Zoya was could feel a ray of hope. No! Said Zoya. She will not fall for that again and set herself to be hurt again. She will not wear her heart of her sleeve and leave it exposed only to have Mr Khan walk all over it. No Zoya. Zoya touched the protection band again, allah Miya what do you have planned for me?

Breakfast was a normal affair. Asad behind his newspaper not saying anything. Dilshaad and Najma were planning the next function which will be the sangeet. Dilshaad looked so excited. Zoya couldn't help but join in for a that moment she forget that this was all nakli. Zoya and Najma was looking for a choreographer for the sangeet. Zoya said she will handle it. They forgot Asad was at the table and only noticed when he got up and said Allah Hafiz to everyone. Dilshaad, Najma and Zoya went back to planning and Tanveer also when back to planning. Asad could not concentrate at work. Zoya was on his mind. That raging battle between his heart and brain was giving him a head ache. He decided to call it a day. When Asad walked in he could swear that was the same position he left the 3 of them this morning. None of them registered his presence. "Ammi, please may I have some coffee, my head hurts" said Asad. All 3 eyes looked at him. Dilshaad said "yes Asad, go to your room I will bring your coffee there" she said brushing him off. Asad looked hurt. None of them paid him any attention. Zoya didn't even look at him properly. That hurt alot. It's like he seized to exist for her. That's what he wanted yet why did it hurt so much. Asad didn't even notice his ammi leave the coffee on the table n his room. Asad was conflicted. He just closed his eyes and rubbed his forehead. When he heard this horrendous music outside.

He flung open his room door ready to start roaring when the sight in front of him, shut his mouth. There was this creature, dancing in his living room. This creature was coming closer and closer to Asad. Asad was actually scared. Asad stood still whilst this creature danced around him. Dilshaad, Najma, Tanveer and Zoya was shocked to say the least at all the moves. Their mouths were still open when this creature started dancing around Asad. Zoya expected Asad to be start roaring now, but she actually saw a hint of fear in his eyes. Asad looked at Zoya. Zoya couldn't see fear in her lions eyes. No way she had to protect her lion and her lioness mode turned on. Zoya stepped in front of Asad and held the creatures hand before he could touch her lions face. "Masterji, this is my fianc Asad Ahmed Khan" announced Zoya proudly. Asad felt his heart swell at that introduction. Zoya was right in front of him protecting him from this creature. His heart was ready to explode. She cared he thought and at that point nothing else mattered. Zoya realised her back was flat on Asad's body. She stepped aside and held Asad's arm to reassure him that she is there. "Everyone this is Vasudevan Chokalingam Singham, there choreographer I found on the net" announced Zoya. "HE" Zoya giggled and Asad looked at her "will be training us for the sangeet" continued Zoya ignoring Asad's look. Dilshaad and Najma was really excited. Tanveer looked disinterested as usual and Zoya was excited like a little child in a candy store. Asad couldn't help but smile at Zoya. Asad looked away and saw the creature looking at him like he was something to eat, Asad felt violated. "Eerr, Miss Farooqi" said Asad pulling Zoya in front of him to block the creatures view, "we don't need a choreographer, this is all nakli remember" whispered Asad. Asad could swear he saw hurt and disappointment in Zoya's eyes. He didn't like that look. Dilshaad knew exactly was Asad was saying to Zoya and decided to add to the drama. Zoya was getting ready to speak when she heard a "Ya Allah, my head" Zoya and Asad was at Dilshaad's side in a flash. "Phupi, you okay" asked Zoya "ammi water" said Asad. Dilshaad drank some water. "Asad, will you not agree to this for your ammi, please" asked Dilshaad sweetly. Dilshaad knew Asad will not refuse her in this state. Emotional Blackmail is allowed sometimes. "Please beta, you are my only son and I only want the best for you and Zoya" said Dilshaad caressing Asad's face. Asad knew when he was in a no win situation. He looked at Zoya for help, but Zoya was too concerned about his ammi. "Okay ammi. But keep that creature away from me" said Asad. Dilshaad mentally gave herself a pat on the back "That is Zoya's job, she will protect her husband to be" smiled Dilshaad. Asad looked at Zoya blushing. She blushes he thought. And the moment was interrupted by the creature, "why would a lion need protected from another lion" it said. Zoya, Najma and Dilshaad burst out laughing. Asad could not take any more and excused himself.

Only to be stopped by the creature. "Asad babu" it cooed. "You have to dance nah" teased the creature. And then the creature switched on the music. Asad stood still as the creature twirled into and out of his arms. And went around him, touching him and looking at him like that. Asad was now really irritated and furious and but feeling more violated than anything. Zoya had to admit she was enjoying seeing Asad's discomfort and this was really really funny. However as soon as she saw Masterji lift his hand to touch Asad's chiselled face, she caught Masterji's hand and held Asad's arm with the other hand. Asad put his arm around Zoya and held her tightly and clasped her hand to his chest. Zoya was a little flustered and said "Masterji, I was thinking he is my partner nah, so I should dance with him". Asad held onto Zoya tighter. She loved the feel of him and the possessive way he held her. "Okay" said the masterji jealously "Let's see what your'll can do". Najma turned on the music, Asad and Zoya faced each other. Asad offered his hand to Zoya. Zoya looked into his eyes and was lost..she saw all the answers she needed..there was always love.

Zoya placed her hand in Asad's. Asad pulled her close. And they began swaying lost in each others eyes. Forgetting their audience. (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z3UHfi9vpbc)

Apne karam kee kar ataayein
Yaaraa, Yaaraa.. yaaraa..

Bless me with your grace..
O dear.. O dear.. O love..

Mujh ko iraade de
Kasmein de, vaade de
Meri duaaon ke ishaaron ko sahaare de
Dil ko thikaaney de
Naye bahaaney de
Khwaabon ki baarishon ko
Mausam ke paimaane de
Apne karam ki kar ataayein
Kar de idhar bhi tu nigaahein

Give me intentions..
Give me promises, guarantees,
Support the signs of my prayers..
Give shelter to the heart..
Give some new excuses,
Give the peg of weathers
to the rains of dreams..
Bless me with your grace..
Look this way too..

Asad twirled Zoya out of his arms and then back, Zoya was flat on his chest. Asad's arm was around her. Asad buried his face in her hair. Zoya closed her eyes feeling him. There were lost in each others eyes. This felt so right. why was he fighting this feeling all along.

Sun rahaa hai naa tu
Ro rahaa hoon main
Sun raha hai naa tu
Kyun ro raha hoon main

You're listening, right?
I am crying here..
You're listening to me right..
Why I am crying here..

Manzilein ruswa hain
Khoyaa hai raasta
Aaye le jaaye
Itni si iltijaa
Ye meri zamaanat hai
Tu meri amaanat hai..
Haan..

destinations are angry..
the path is lost..
(Someone, you actually) comes n takes me away
only this is my small wish..
This is my surety,
you're mine..

Asad slid his hands down Zoya's side. Zoya still with her back against Asad's chest balanced on his hand and he twirled her around. Zoya smiled. Asad sat her on her feet and pulled her once again to him. He smiled at Zoya smiling. He kept twirling her around and pulling her back to him. It felt so right to have her in his arms. She fit perfectly. She was the breath of fresh air his life needed. He loved so her so much. He wanted her to always be in his arms.

Apne karam ki kar ataayein
Kar de idhar bhi tu nigaahein
Sun raha hai naa tu..

Waqt bhi thehra hai
Kaise kyoon ye huaa
Kaash tuu aise aaye
Jaise koi duaa
Tu rooh kee raahat hai
Tu meri ibaadat hai..

Time is stopped too,
How and why it happened..
May you just come
like some prayer..
You're the peace of soul..
You're my prayer..

All the unanswered questions that were between them they finally found answers. Asad's soul and heart was at peace when Zoya was around. Zoya was overwhelmed with all the feelings his eyes was showing now. She got all her answers. There was always love – he just didn't want to show. And now that she feels his love she will not leave him ever. She will show him he is capable of loving just like he is now.

Apne karam ki kar atayein
Kar de idhar bhi tu nigahein
Sun raha hai naa tu..

Yaaraaa..
O Love..

Everyone was in awe. Asad and Zoya moved perfectly. They were so in sync. No rehearsals this was from the heart. Dilshaad and Najma had tears in their eyes. Asad and Zoya were perfect. They were smiling at each other so lost in their own world they noticed nothing around them. Asad continued twirling Zoya around smiling. Zoya's dimples were on display she looked so beautiful. Asad was lost in her. Zoya suddenly stopped and her dimples disappeared. She was staring at the door. Asad followed her gaze. Asad left Zoya's hand slowly slip from his. Asad held onto her hand tighter, but Zoya's hand continued slipping. Asad couldn't hold onto Zoya's hand. His heart felt empty. Zoya looked at him and then ran to the door. "Appi" said Zoya crying hugging onto her appi. Zoya's appi was shocked at the sight the that greeted her when she opened the Khan's door. She could see Zoya was happy. But this was wrong. The person that phoned her said this was all nakli. Yet it looked so real. Could she be wrong. Zoya is my baby, thought Zeenat I cannot see anyone do wrong by her. Zeenat held Zoya tighter. Zeenat stroked Zoya's hair and pulled back, "you forgot about your appi, bacha. You didn't even think of her when you decided to get married" Zoya was shocked. How did her appi know?

"No, appi its not like that" Zoya wiped her tears. "Come inside and I will explain" said Zoya. Dilshaad came forward and introduced herself. "I am so glad you came. Zoya said you were sick. How are you feeling now. Didn't Anwar come with you?" asked Dilshaad. Zoya was sinking deeper. Zeenat looked at Zoya. Zoya had lied she was sick. Something was wrong. Zeenat looked at Dilshaad and said "Anwar is a little busy with work, but will come as soon as possible. One of us had to come for our bachi's nikkah". Those words stung Zoya. She looked at Asad with tears in her eyes. Asad could see she was hurting. Asad wanted to take away those tears. Zeenat was now really hurt, Zeenat looked at Asad. "Salaam Walaikum" said Asad politely. Zeenat looked at Asad and was impressed. He was just the kind of person she wanted for Zoya. Then way all the deception. "Walaikum Salaam" returned Zeenat. The looks exchanged between Asad and Zoya was off love, trust and understanding then why was she told otherwise that this was all nakli and a game. She needed answers now. This was getting too confusing. "Dilshaad appi, is this nikkah real" Asked Zeenat all of a sudden. Zoya and Asad was shocked. Dilshaad looked at Zeenat confused. Zoya tried to intervene. "Nahi Zoya. No explanations and no more lies" Zeenat shook off Zoya's hand. "Dilshaad aapi is this nikkah real" Asked Zeenat again. "Zeenat, yes it is. Why would you even think is wasn't? I chose Zoya for my bahu didn't she tell you" explained Dilshaad. Zeenat looked at Zoya hurt "No, she didn't. I got an anonyms call about this nakli nikkah. That is why I came over, I couldn't see my bachi ruin her life. She never thinks of herself or how she would be hurt, she always does things to make people happy but this time her appi is going to fight for her happiness" cried Zeenat. Tanveer smirked finally something's going her way. Zoya's appi will definitely take Zoya away now. Zeenat went and stood in front of Asad "You tell me, is this nikkah nakli or real. Tell me Asad. Do you love Zoya?" cried Zeenat. "Tell me Asad, tell me now". Asad looked at Zeenat who had tears streaming down her face. Asad then looked at Zoya. Zoya was afraid. She knew her appi would take her away once she found out this was all nakli. Zoya's heart was breaking. Allah Miya, what a cruel game you had played with me she thought. He broke my heart, when I decided to be strong, you showed me his love and now all that is going to go away. Zoya closed her eyes and the tears rolled down. Asad could see the inner war Zoya was having. He could see her pain, fear and despair. Everything depended on his answer. "This is real" he whispered looking straight into Zoya's shocked eyes. Zoya felt the earth beneath her feet move. Did she hear him right? Tanveer was just as shocked as Zoya. Asad looked at Zeenat who looked relieved now, he held her hand and said "appi this is real. I love Zoya with everything that I am. I will love her till my last breath and even after that. Appi, I cannot imagine my life without Zoya. I will be lost. I am nothing without her. And yes, at first this nikkah was just for my ammi. But now I want this to be real" Asad looked up at Zoya who was no similing with tears in her eyes and continued "I want to spend the rest of my life to grow up with this confused ladki. My ammis modern chand and my pari." Zoya couldn't help it anymore. She ran into Asad's arms almost knocking him off his feet. She buried her face in his neck and cried. "No more tears Zoya, I love you and I am sorry for everything. I promise to spend the rest of my life making it up to you. Please don't leave me Zoya" said Asad with tears in his eyes. Zoya pulled back "Allah Miya, whats wrong with you Mr Khan. Why would I leave you now? I love you too with everything that I am" and Zoya crushed back into his arms. Asad held her tighter. Everyone had tears in their eyes. Dilshaad, Zeenat and Najma was looking at this couple with such admiration. Tanveer was seething with anger. Another plan backfired. Now she would just have to kill Zoya. Tanveer walked off planning her next move. Asad and Zoya oblivious to everything around them still lost in each others arms. "Ya Allah, yeh ladki will not change. No shame. Zoya, your in laws will think I thought you no tameez and tehzeeb" said Zeenat shaking her. At that everyone laughed. Asad kissed Zoya's forehead and said "Zoya, there was always love.."

The END..