SS - No Regrets: Chapter 10 & 11 Pg 101 (Completed) - Page 75

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Will update last two chapters in a few moments 😊

Thank you so much Ammy

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Mum lives here, not too far from me and dad, he passed away 8 years ago.

His last wish was to be buried next to his brother in Pakistan and that's exactly what we did

Little Api

Am about to post soon, phir nahi keh a ke bataya nahi lol

Zoya made sure Ayaan was all ready by the time Asad and Dilshad came to see him. Ayaan saw Asad and hid behind Zoya 'he...he is scared of me...because of last night' he said as a wave of guilt passed over him again. Zoya smiled at him reassuringly, she picked him up and stood him on the table next to her.

'Ayaan, this is...your daddy, your Abu' Ayaan looked at Zoya 'but you said he lived...' 'I know' 'and you said he had...' Zoya covered his mouth and started giggling 'what did you tell him?' He asked 'you really don't want to know' Zoya said laughing out a little louder. Asad folder his arms across his chest 'actually I do...Ayaan, what did your Ammi tell you about me?'

Ayaan held on to Zoya's arm 'Ammi tol...told me you are an alien that lives on Mars and you have two heads with green spots' Asad opened his mouth wide as Dilshad joined Zoya laughing like never before. Ayaan looked at Asad 'where is your other head' this time Asad started laughing too 'I could so kill you...what kind of an image have you put in his head'

After they had all calmed down a little Zoya told Ayaan to go to Asad, at first he hesitated and then freely ran into his arms. Asad hugged him dearly, his heart expanded ten fold as he breathed in his sons scent. The tears were inevitable, but these truly were of happiness.

Zoya introduced Dilshad who also held him close, after an emotional introduction the four of them sat and played with Ayaan.

After an hour Asad stood up 'Zoya, Ammi...I have to go and do something...I will come back later...and when I do I think that maybe we should either fly back to Delhi or ask Abu and Ghaffur uncle to come here' Dilshad nodded and Zoya gave him a nervous smile.

Asad left and drove straight to Suhana.

Suhana let him in 'h...how is she..?' 'She is ok...I have left Ammi with her' Suhana lowered her head as she felt a dull pain consume her 'I guess Zoya wants you back...for the sake of her son...' 'No...quite the opposite, she refused to come back with me or Ammi, she said that she that she would never come between you and me' Suhana looked up at him taken aback by what he had just said 'she said that?' 'Yes...if Zoya wanted me in her life, If she was selfish she wouldn't have left Suhana, and remember the day she met you she already knew she was pregnant...' 'So where does this leave us?' 'It changes everything, I have a son Suhana...and I want to be a part of his life...but I don't want you to feel burdened in any way' Suhana smiled at him 'Asad, I won't...and if Zoya is not selfish then nor am I, I know you like me and respect me...I mean you put up with all my nonsense, never ending chatter and parties...but the bottom line is you don't love me, you never have done and you never will, you love Zoya...and no matter what you always will, no one can ever take that spot. Asad, if Zoya said she will never come between you and me then I say the same that I will never come between you and your family, your son and the girl you love'

Asad walked up to Suhana he cupped her face and wiped her tears with the tips of his thumb 'I am so sorry Suhana' 'so am I Asad...but I am also very happy for you...we may have got married and started living together but everything would have been a compromise and the one thing you can't compromise is love Asad...you are free to go...Zoya is all yours and you are only hers' Asad leaned forward and kissed Suhana's forehead 'thank you so much Suhana, and I am truly sorry for doing this...I would never hurt you...' Suhana put her finger on his lips 'Mr Asad Ahmed Khan...leave...before I change my mind...go'. Asad stepped back and smiled at her 'Allah Hafiz'.

Asad walked back in to Zoya's apartment, he was just about to speak when Dilshad shushed him 'they are asleep' she said in a whisper. Asad looked toward the sofa where Zoya was sleeping with Ayaan in his arms. Asad walked towards her and then knelt down, he looked at both his son and the girl that he loved more than anything, it didn't take long before his eyes started to moisten with unshed tears 'I am so sorry Zoya...I was so rude to you...All these years I spent trying to hate you...' Dilshad put her hand over his head 'Asad, you have nothing to be sorry for, this is all my doing beta...but I promise you I will make it right...maybe I should wake her' Asad shook his head 'no...let them sleep, Ammi you go upstairs and sleep, I will stay on the other sofa'.

Zoya woke up in the middle of the night to see Asad asleep on the opposite sofa, she looked down at Ayaan and then again towards him, she couldn't see it before but Dilshad was right he looked exactly like him. Zoya got up gently, she picked Ayaan up into her arms and started to walk towards the stairs 'hey' Asad called out in a tired sleepy voice Zoya turned around to see him 'you want me to take him up for you?' He asked as her came to stand by her 'no, I'm good...where is Phoopi?' 'I think she is in the spare room' 'you should have gone upstairs to sleep, the sofa can't have been comfortable...look come upstairs'.

Asad followed Zoya upstairs, they both went to put Ayaan to bed and the Zoya led him to her room. She switched on the light 'here you sleep in here' as Zoya stepped back towards the door Asad held her hand making her stop 'where will you sleep?' 'Downstairs of course, it's ok Asad, I am used to falling asleep on there, good night' Zoya gave him a smile before she tried to walk off again, but Asad still had her hand in his.

Zoya looked down again their hands and then up to him 'Asad...' 'Zoya...stay...please...I want to talk to you'. Zoya let out a deep sigh 'ok, but just for a few minutes'.

Asad and Zoya sat on the bed, as if it was the most natural thing to do Asad held her hand into his again and entwined his fingers 'you went to see her...didn't you?' 'Yes, I did...but before you say anything I need you to know that she understood, I didn't even have to say anything...she herself said that she wouldn't want to come I between me and my son...and...and you' Zoya withdrew her hand and stood up 'Asad, how will I live with myself knowing...' 'No Zoya, think about it...I mean even if I had never found you two...I was still going to marry someone I didn't love...someone I couldn't be a part of...and she knew that...and now that she knows about Ayaan, she knew that it was in everyone's best interest to step back...Zoya I know what you are thinking and feel...but I wouldn't have been able to go through with it regardless of what your decision was going to be'.

Zoya lowered her head and wiped away a stray tear 'so where does that leave us Asad?' Asad stood up and stood in front of her 'Zoya, look at me' Zoya slowly lifted her head to meet his eyes. 'I don't know what is in your heart or what it is that you want, I guess I havent really had the chance to ask you but Zoya...I can tell you exactly what I want. I want you...I want my son to be a permanent part of my life, I want to make this family a proper family...' Asad took in a deep breath and pulled Zoya up to stand 'Zoya...will you marry me?' Zoya looked at him 'why do you look so shocked for...you think I wasn't going to ask you...well...?' 'I...I don't know what to say' Asad let out a nervous laugh 'well normally you would find people either saying yes or no...I'm hoping you will say yes' Zoya couldn't help smiling 'you really are serious...aren't you?' 'Yes...I am'. Asad stepped forward and cupped the side of her face, he gently stroked her cheek with his thumb. Zoya held her breath as his face started to come closer and closer to hers.

'As..' 'Shhh'

Asad placed his soft lips over her trembling ones, as soon as he did Zoya felt her legs give way she grabbed oh to his shirt and held it tight. Asad continued to kiss her and although Zoya stood still letting him attack her so sweetly she did start to reciprocate his kiss by kissing him back.

Asad put his other arm around her waist and pulled her even closer, their embrace was long and passionate, one that was filled with contentment, after so many years they had reunited, after that one night when they shared everything they had between them they finally had come back to do the same.

Asad pulled back and leaned his head against hers 'you have no idea how long I have been wanting to do that' Zoya started to giggle as she blushed bright pink 'you should go to sleep' she said pushing him back a little 'I will...but you still haven't answered my question'

Zoya stepped forward, she tip toed and pecked his lips 'I guess it's a yes...good night'.

By the time Asad woke up Ayaan was all ready for school. 'Look who decided to finally wake up' Dilshad said looking at Asad descend down the stairs. 'Ayaan, go and say good morning to your dad' Ayaan jumped of his chair 'good morning dad' Asad stretched his arms out and picked him up 'good morning buddy...how are you?' Ayaan looked at Zoya the back at Asad 'Ammi, can dad take me to school?' Zoya looked at Asad and hesitated 'Ayaan...I...' 'Of course I will...give me a few minutes I will just go and freshen up' 'Asad...I will have to come with you...it's a private school, they won't let you in if they don't know you, I will take you...I can have your name added to his personal file' Asad nodded 'just a few moments'

After Zoya and Asad had left with Ayaan Dilshad called Rashid and told him everything. Rashid didn't know if he was angry of relieved 'Dilshad, you need to bring them home' 'I know, I will...but with Zoya's work and Asad's cases I don't know how soon it will be' 'in that case we are coming to you...I will book us a flight first thing tomorrow morning'.

Asad told Dilshad that Zoya had agreed to marry him, she was over the moon 'this will be perfect, but Asad, I don't want any delays...I want this to be done as soon as possible' 'jee Ammi, when Zoya comes home this evening we can discuss possible dates'.

That evening Zoya brought Seema home with her to introduce Asad and Dilshad. 'Zoe, why don't you and Asad go out, me and Aunty can keep Ayaan' 'that's a brilliant idea Seema' Dilshad said with a little too much enthusiasm. Zoya looked at Asad who nodded as if to say yes 'ok...I mean if you don't mind...and I won't be long..' 'Zoya please take your time, we are here with him' Dilshad said 'yes, Phoopi'.

Asad and Zoya went out for a coffee and then for a walk along the beach. They walked hand in hand as they reminisced over their childhood together, the times they spent in college and then how they fell in love. Asad sat playing with the soft sand beneath him and Zoya sat next to him watching the waves of the ocean collide 'I can't believe I have missed out on so much Zoya' Zoya turned her head to look at him and waited for him to do the same. Asad moved himself closer to her, turning his body into hers he placed his hand on her stomach 'knowing you were carrying my child, our child...seeing him grow, looking after you, the birth of my son, the first time he spoke, when he walked...everything Zoya, I missed out on everything'

Zoya felt a pang in the pit of her stomach, the sadness she saw in his eyes pricked her heart, she put one hand over his that still held onto her stomach and the other on his shoulder 'I'm sorry Asad...I know I should have told you...and if you missed all those things then so did I and so did Ayaan, we can't turn back time but we can make the most of the time to come' Asad kissed the side of her head 'I love you' 'I love you too'.

By the time they got back Seema had left and Dilshad and Ayaan were fast asleep. 'Zoya, please come upstairs, don't sleep on the sofa' 'Asad, Phoopi...I mean...' Asad started to shake his head 'no silly...I promise I didn't mean...you know...look just come upstairs I...' Zoya started to feel awkward as did Asad 'it's ok, I'm sorry...you go ahead, I am just going to get some water'

By the time Zoya had reached upstairs Asad had changed his clothes, and neatly divided the bed with cushions 'you can sleep on that side...and me this side' he said smiling, Zoya felt a little embarrassed 'thank you' Asad walked up to her he snaked his arm around her little waist and held her tightly 'I love you Zoya Farooqui' Zoya looked deep into his eyes before she let him close the gap between their anticipating lips.

Zoya and Asad lay facing each other hand in hand, they had never felt at peace as they did now for a long time.

Dilshad and Ayaan walked in to see Zoya and Asad fast asleep in the very same position. Where Dilshad smiled lovingly at them Ayaan looked confused 'Daddi...why have they got all those pillows?' Dilshad looked again to see the divide between them, she picked him up 'it's only for a few days Ayaan...come shall we wake them up' Ayaan nodded, he jumped out of her hands, he ran to bed and started shouting 'Ammi...dad...wake up time' Zoya and Asad both jumped up to see Ayaan sitting between then and then Dilshad who was laughing by the door. 'No need to look do embarrassed Zoya...come down when you are ready, I will be making breakfast today' Zoya looked away and then at Asad not believing the position they had been caught in. Asad was too busy play fighting with Ayaan to even acknowledge what was going on around him.

'What must be Phoopi be thinking...Ya Allah' Asad looked up at Zoya, he sat Ayaan in his lap and put his free hand over hers 'nothing Zoya, didn't you see the happiness in her eyes...come let's get ready'.

Asad came down with Ayaan on his back, when Dilshad saw them together she felt overwhelmed, so much so she felt tear prick her eyes. 'Will you two calm down, the neighbours will start to think I have adopted circus clowns' Zoya said, Ayaan looked at Asad 'it's ok dad, she always says that' Asad started laughing leaving Zoya looking at them with her mouth wide open 'what is this...Asad and Ayaan's new tag team' Zoya said with her arms folded across her chest 'yes Ammi me and dad are the A Team' Zoya started laughing as she continued to look at the two of them in awe 'Zoya, let them be beta, come and have some breakfast'.

'Asad, I have to go and with Afreen today, fashion week is going international, we are of to Dubai in a couple of weeks' 'that's fine...we can work out logistics when you get back...you want me to come with you?' 'No, I'll be ok, you can drop Ayaan to school if you want'.

Zoya went to meet Afreen after work, she managed to fill her in on everything that had happened and was happening. If Afreen opened her eyes any wider she was sure to lose them 'I still can't believe it Zoe...all this time, man you are so good at hiding everything' Zoya started laughing 'you know in all of this I feel so bad for Suhana' Zoya said lowering her head 'don't Zoe, this is how it was meant to be...and I am sure her mum will be quick to find her another rich and handsome man'.

'Will to be ok to go to Dubai?' 'Yes...definitely, it's only of a week, I will sort everything out with Asad with regards to Ayaan...Ya Allah, look at the time, Afreen I have to go, maybe we can have a small get together later in the week?' 'Sure, take care'.

Zoya walked in to find Dilshad looking sombre 'Phoopi, are you ok...where are Asad and Ayaan?' Dilshad stood up 'I asked Asad to take him out for a walk' Zoya looked at Dilshad intently 'what are you not telling me? Zoya said knowing there was something definitely it's

wrong.

'Zoya, Rashid and your Baba are here...they want to meet you' Zoya didn't know whether to be happy or scared she was going to see her father after nearly five years 'ph...Phoopi...they are here...but what if...' Dilshad stepped towards her 'there no ifs Zoya, Rashid sat Ghaffur Bhai down and talked to him...I won't lie he was extremely upset...but the fact that he came and is willing to put the past behind...isn't that a good thing?' Zoya closed her eyes and let the tears run down her cheeks, she knew that it was not going to be as easy as that, she knew that her Baba was going to be disappointed with her, something that she wouldn't be able to bear seeing in his eyes.

Zoya was just about to say something when the front doorbell rang. Zoya clutched at her stomach knowing that it was them. Dilshad walked past Zoya to open the door, she let the two men in the house. Zoya stood frozen with her back still towards the door, she couldn't breathe. Ghaffur saw her small body tremble, he knew that she was crying and could also guess how scared she was. Rashid put his hand on Ghaffur's shoulder and nodded his head as if to say 'go ahead'.

Ghaffur who had seemed to age more than double over the last few years took baby steps towards her, he himself felt like he couldn't breathe, his hand shook as he lifted it to place on her shoulder. When Zoya felt his hand rest in her shoulder she let out a cry and placed her hand over his squeezing it 'won't you turn around...Zoya...' Zoya closed her eyes and the slowly turned around, nothing could have prepared her for what she saw, a frail old man with extremely sore eyes stood before her 'Baba' she whispered before she hugged him, her scream filled cries pierced through Rashid and Dilshad's heart 'Dilshad stop her...before she passes out' Rashid said looking at her worried.

Dilshad went to pull the father and daughter apart 'shhh, it's ok Zoya please calm down...look he is here now and everything is ok'.

Zoya and Ghaffur sat side by side, after an emotional reunion with him and Rashid Zoya sat close to him keeping his hand in hers 'Baba...please forgive me...I know I have done wrong by you...I have sham...' Ghaffur stopped Zoya 'you broke me Zoya, after you left I died a thousand deaths with every passing moment...all I could think of was where did I go wrong, why would you do that to me...it was only yesterday I found out the truth behind your disappearance...and I honestly didn't know what to think...what you did Zoya was wrong, very wrong...as a father of a daughter...I can't tell you what I felt knowing you were a mother of a child...and not even married' Zoya closed her eyes as she felt a sharp pain take over her insides 'I did not forgive you for leaving Zoya, and today I probably wouldn't have forgiven you for what you did either...but I am your Baba...you are all I have...Rashid and Dilshad found it in their hearts to forgive and accept...so I am here to do the same beta...but there is one thing Zoya although it doesn't make what has happened right but still...for the future I want you to marry Asad, I want you to have your Nikah done Zoya, and I don't mean in a few weeks time or when we go back to Delhi, we have it done now...I want to know that as a father I have fulfilled my responsibility...what will I say to Allah...Zoya please agree to this' Zoya wiped her tears 'I have already said yes to Asad Baba...and if you want I today, right here right now, then I am ready' Ghaffur hugged his daughter 'where is he...my little man, my grandson?' Zoya smiled as she cried 'out with his dad'.

Dilshad stepped forward and lowered her head 'I am so so sorry Ghaffur Bhai...Zoya, please forgive me...what I did was very wrong, after all you have been through because of my lies my deceit you still find it in your hearts to want to be a part of this family' Ghaffur looked at. Dilshad 'sometimes we do things for our children thinking we are right, we are protecting then...when in fact we are causing them the greatest harm...it's ok, what has been done and gone has gone, it's time to look to the future'.

Asad came in with Ayaan to find his dad and Ghaffur sitting with Zoya 'Ammi' Ayaan shouted out before he ran into her arms. Zoya introduced Ayaan to both his Nana and Dadda. Ayaan kept himself hidden in Zoya's arms. Seeing all these new people, meeting them as his own relations was not easy for him to deal with. They tried so hard for him to come and meet them but he refused 'Baba, give him a few moments he will open up' Zoya said encouragingly.

Asad met his dad and Ghaffur, he lowered his head as he felt shame and guilt 'Asad...please look at me' Ghaffur said 'I know what you are thinking and feeling, and you are not wrong...but after today it will all be ok'. Asad looked at him confused 'Asad, Ghaffur has asked for you and Zoya to have your Nikah done today, and Zoya has agreed' Asad looked up at Zoya who gave him a heart melting smile 'if Zoya is ok with it and it's what you all want Ammi then, why would I object...let's do this'.

Zoya had called Seema, Afreen and Imran as they were the closest people to her, she also made sure hat kaki and Akash were present too. 'I can't believe it, you are really doing this...just like that?' Zoya held Seema's hand in hers 'just like that...I know too much is happening too soon, but after what I have put my family through and what I have had to endure myself...Seema, this is what Baba wants and...I mean just look at him, I barely recognise him I can't hurt him anymore, I am happy as long as he is' Seema hugged Zoya with teary eyes 'well Miss Zoya Farooqui and Zoe of the fashion world it's time...in just a few moments time you will officially have become Mrs Asad Ahmed Khan' Zoya took in a deep breath, she looked at herself in the mirror one more time 'Zoe, you look stunning...don't worry, come'.

Everyone stood up seeing Zoya come down the stairs 'Ma Sha Allah' Dilshad said as she went to take over 'you look mesmerising Zoya' Zoya gave her a nervous simile 'Phoopi where is Ayaan?' 'Exactly where he should be with both his Nana and Dadda Abu' Zoya went and sat down on the sofa, she could see himfrom the corner of her eyes, he was fidgeting so much.

There was a chiffon veil that stood between them, which would only come down after the Nikah. The Maulana started the Nikah, both Asad and Zoya felt their insides summersault after all this time they were finally going to become one.

'Qubool Hai'

'Qubool Hai'

Ghaffur stood up and hugged Asad and then went to meet his daughter who shed tears as she hugged him 'thank you so much Baba...and I am so sorry, I hurt you so much' Ghaffur shook his head 'no Zoya...this is a time to be happy and joyous no tears of regret'.

After and Seema pulled down the veil and when Asad came before her she looked at him and then towards Ghaffur 'that is one thing I will forever maintain Baba...No Regrets'.

After dinner, Afreen spoke to Zoya about their trip to Dubai 'afternoon, I have the perfect solution' Dilshad said interrupting their conversation. Zoya looked towards her 'Zoya you and Asad leave for Dubai in a few days, you can use the time up until the fashion show as your honeymoon period, and when the show starts we will all come to join you...' 'Phoopi...Ayaan?' 'Zoya, he will stay with me, your Baba and Rashid, we will look after him and we will also have Seema here' Zoya looked at Asad and then Afreen 'Zoya, Aunty is right, I think it's a great idea' 'ok, I guess it will work...Seema, can you book us into the hilton in Jummeirah, that's were the venue for the fashion show is'.

After everyone had left Dilshad stood up 'come on Rashid...we need to go' Zoya stood up 'Phoopi, where are you going?' Dilshad started to laugh, she walked up to Zoya and whispered in her ear 'you think we are all going to stay back for your wedding night...we are all going to stay in a hotel...don't worry we will be back tomorrow' Zoya started to blush. Asad and Zoya said good night to everyone 'Ayaan, you be good and no chocolate and no masti...ok' 'ok Ammi' Ayaan turned around and grinned mischievously at Rashid who winked at him.

Asad closed the door and looked back at Zoya who was standing there looking a little nervous. 'Hey' he said as he stepped closer to her, he took her hand into his and pulled her towards him 'hey' she said back 'so...Mrs Zoya Khan, what would you like to do? Zoya started to giggle 'change out of this outfit for starters' Asad closed the gap even further making her stop and look deep into his eyes 'and after that' Zoya lowered her head feeling shy 'you want to go upstairs?' Zoya nodded 'yes' she said still not giving him any eye contact.

Zoya stood facing the window, Asad closed the bedroom door and walked up to her. Zoya held her breath as she felt his hand brush aside her hair, Asad inched forwards and placed a soft kiss along the side of her neck. Zoya turned around and buried her head into his chest, Asad wrapped his arms around her and then in one quick motion lifted her up into his arms. He took slow measured steps towards the bed and lay her down. Zoya slid up a little giving him room to sit. Asad took her hand into his 'you really meant it...didn't you, when you said no regrets' Zoya nodded 'I know this is how it was supposed to be...I mean getting married first then...and then children...I kind of messed it up' Zoya cupped his face 'maybe this is how it's supposed to of happened...but for me this right now is perfect...I love you Asad and today I can truly put my hand on my heart and say my life is complete' Asad smiled and kissed the palm of her hand.

Keeping their eyes licked they moved closer together, she let Asad kiss her passionately before he entwined his body with hers. Zoya didn't realise how much she had craved his soft touch, Asad loved her tenderly and kept on loving her throughout the night.

Asad and Zoya woke up in each others arms and felt nothing but pure happiness, this morning marked the first of many more that they were going to wake up to feeling like they had been blessed over and over again.

Life is a journey, keep living it, don't give up as one day you will find you have everything you ever wanted. Live life in happiness, take the sad times and push them away, stand up tall and embrace it all and always remember that no matter what there are No Regrets.

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Yayyy!!!I m second🥳

Hey api!!!hw r u??hw z zainab????

U knw I really want to see her...dnt knw how????I love small babies😃

Wowww...loved it😊

Beautifully written⭐️

Fabulous...

Superb!!!!

Emotional one...evry emotion was beautifully described..

Brilliant writer...👏

Awsum story...

Asya are married now...dey r goint to start a new nd happy life together

Can v have an epilouge...??

plzzz...

Pretty plzzz..

I m waiting

Thank you soo much for giving such a wonderful story🤗

Love u