“Look at yourself in the mirror now, and see how beautiful you look?”
After saying he immediately takes out all the tissue paper out of her mouth and sticks his cheeks over her. While Hiya trembling, closes her eyes with pain. In the embrace of Rehan her whole existence was wobbling, even her breathing was getting shallow and weak slowly, she could feel.
She was shaking in his arms only when he roared again, “See yourself in the mirror Hiya… see how beautiful you are?”
At his request, she peers her lashes up and stares in the mirror. The kohl, flowing from her soaked eyes, had turned her face black. Swollen cheeks bore marks of a belt, and amidst the blood, only her chin remained intact, adorned by her beautiful, long, black, thick hair.
She closed her eyes in fear and, sobbing, said, "N... no... no, I don't look good. I'm not... not beautiful at all."
While she continued to sway her neck, he yelled, pulling her hair, "I said, say yes... say I look very beautiful."
In pain, Hiya began to whimper before him, "Utkarsh, it hurts a lot, please let me go... it hurts.”
As she wriggled in his arms, he chuckled and said, "Sweety, where is the pain now? The pain is just beginning."
Then, placing his hand on her chin, he continued with a mischievous smile, "Yes, so what was I saying? These black, lovely, thick, and long hair of yours that keep your beauty intact."
Gently running his fingers through her beautiful hair, he whispered with a wicked smile.
Then he paused, leaning even closer, "That's why every other man gets attracted to you...right, my baby?" he asked, looking into Hiya's eyes.
Upon which, Hiya's sobbing intensified. "I'm thinking, wouldn't it be great if these were cut off? What do you say, Hiya, baby...?" he laughed heartily as he spoke.
"N... no, Utkarsh, you can't do this, you know how much I love my hair. Please, Utkarsh, don't do this. I'll do whatever you say, just don't cut my hair," she pleaded, holding his hand, tears streaming down her face. Her tears rolling fell onto Utkarsh's hands, but he showed no mercy towards her tears.
Ignoring her pleas, he had just picked up scissors from the dressing table when she fell to his feet, grabbing onto his legs, crying, "Utkarsh... Utkarsh, please don't do this. You can do anything to me, but don't take away my hair... my beauty, please.”
"See, you came to the track now... first, you were saying I'm not beautiful, and now suddenly, you're saying don't take away my beauty, so you can flaunt it to other men," he said, lifting her with anger, pulling her towards him, and continuing to pull her hair.
Hiya continued to look at him silently with empty eyes. While he badly runs the scissor over her hair, cutting it bluntly in a irregular pattern. In the midst of this, she desperately tried to save her beautiful, black, thick, and long hair. She screamed and struggled against the beast, but couldn't save her shining locks from being destroyed.
It's said that the beauty of a girl or woman lies in her hair. And today Utkarsh snatched away Hiya's all shine and grace, and buried them.
Looking at her cutted off hair lying on the floor here and there, she was driving crazy. But Utkarsh didn't even give her the permission to cry over it.
Before she could pay a martyr to her cutted hair he took Hiya and dragged her over the bed. Then he opened his shirt buttons one by one and hovered over her. No matter how much she tries to save herself from a monster like him, she miserably fails.
Even today he forced himself over and even tore off her dress from here and there. And then like a vulture, feasted over her body, scratching and biting her skin. Her own husband was harassing and raping her while her screams were not ready to die only. The more she used to struggle and yell, the more he used to enjoy and find relief in it.
What more disgraceful can happen with a woman than this?
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The night had fallen, shrouding everything in darkness, and there was an air of uncertainty about Ahil's whereabouts. Shalini, Ahil's mother, found herself torn between frustration and concern. A sense of disappointment lingered, leading her to refrain from making any calls to him that day. Yet, beneath the layers of irritation, a mother's worry persisted.
In the dimly lit hall, Shalini moved anxiously, her black gown gracefully flowing with each step. Her hair was secured in a catcher, and a pair of crocs adorned her feet as she paced back and forth. The ticking clock seemed to echo the rhythm of her restless thoughts.
Ahil's father, observing Shalini's unease, suggested, "Shalini, let's retire for the night. Ahil is no longer a child. If he hasn't returned yet, he will soon."
However, Shalini couldn't shake off her concern. She spoke, her voice a mix of frustration and deep maternal care, "How can I not worry? He is the sole heir to our family legacy. I only wish for his life to be free from the burdens of sorrow and pain. I can't bear the thought of him spending nights toiling on the streets. My only desire is for him to settle down quickly, to come home on time. I long for the day when we can revel in the joy of grandchildren. What more could we ask for?" Her words carried a poignant blend of love, apprehension, and the timeless hope for her son's well-being.
With a wry smile, she lamented, "It's almost as if every girl is more fascinated by the digits in my son's bank account than by him. Aakriti followed the same pattern. One of these days, she'll surely earn herself a mother's curse. He, who was once such a compassionate soul, has been transformed into someone with a heart of stone. Day and night, he buries himself in work, oblivious to the toll it's taking on his own health."
As Ahil's parents continued their conversation, the atmosphere suddenly shifted with the intrusive ring of Ahil's father's phone. The screen displayed Ahil’s number, momentarily raising hopes. However, the voice that greeted them on the other end was not Ahil's.
"I'm Doctor Sushant from Max Hospital. Are you Mr. Ahil Raizada's father?"
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Will Hiya's life end as soon as she endures the atrocities of Utkarsh or will something more happen?
What will be the reaction of Ahil's parents when they come to know that their son met with an accident?
To know more stay with me !
"I'm Doctor Sushant from Max Hospital. Are you Mr. Ahil Rajzada's father?" questioned the voice with a professional calmness.A mixture of surprise and anxiety played on Mr. Raizada's face as he responded, "Yes, yes, Doctor Sushant. What's happened to my son?" The urgency in his voice unveiled the profound concern and fear that had taken hold of him."Actually, sir, there has been a minor accident involving Mr. Ahil. Nothing to worry about. You just need to come to the hospital for the remaining formalities," assured the composed voice on the other end of the phone.As Ahil's father concluded the call, Shalini, her eyes reflecting a blend of concern and curiosity, pressed him, "What happened? Is Ahil okay?"Mr. Raizada, enveloping her in a comforting embrace, replied with a reassuring smile, "Don't worry, Shalini. Ahil is perfectly fine. Let's change quickly, and we'll head to the hospital for the necessary formalities."_______With a sense of urgency, Mr. Agraj Raizada and his wife
Utkarsh continued to shout, but Hiya, today, was not someone who would listen. In reality, she wanted to distance herself from Utkarsh and start a new life. For her, it was a golden opportunity to escape this hell.Utkarsh had just returned from the office, so the gate was still open. The house represented a living hell, and the outside world beckoned her with the promise of a new life. She wiped away her tears, covered herself hastily with the torn saree, and sprinted towards the freedom beyond.Though she could barely walk, today she needed the courage to break free, for if not now, then perhaps never.In her departure, she locked the house from the outside, ensuring that Utkarsh couldn't pursue her.____Despite the pain in her aching feet, Hiya descended the stairs and began running barefoot on the road. Clad in the same black saree from the previous night, which Utkarsh had torn in various places, she had covered her revealing body with the hem of the saree. Her blouse, too, was
In the grip of anger, Ahil had forcefully draw her closer, and for a fleeting moment, it felt like he had submerged himself in the abyss of her profound, ebony eyes. It wasn't just a gaze; it was as if her eyes wielded a magical force, slowly entrancing him.Following Aakriti, this was the first instance where Ahil found himself unable to avert his gaze from a girl. Was she a sorceress, weaving a spell that bound him to her? He continued to gaze, his eyes unblinking, only to be jolted back to reality by the approaching honk of a car.Guiding her to the side of the road, Ahil in his characteristic arrogance, demanded, "Who are you, and what brings you to this desolate road at such a late hour?"As her cold voice resonated, he released her hand, and in halting tones, she pleaded, "I... I need your help. Please, grant me a lift to my... yes, to my home. Otherwise, he will capture me again. I yearn for freedom. Please, drop me home."With each word, she sobbed as if he was her sole refuge
“Hey Mr. Hero, this girl is our possession. So, it's better that you leave her to us only.”Hiya felt petrified hearing his threat while Ahil least bothered by his false hollow words hits hard on the man he was holding on, and he falls on ground subconsciously. Ahil smirks and craning his head behind looks at the one who was threatening. That man gulps feeling scared of him and Ahil knew the game was about to get over. When Hiya, feeling panicked with his words, lost in her own fear, she looked at Ahil and pulled over his shirt. His face holding the concern surge through it again, when she sobbing says, “No.. no.. these people are monsters. Please don't leave me and go.”Her eyes held a doubt of him scurrying away from there, leaving her all alone. She was in her panic state not realising his determination to safeguard her as those goons' voices kept on echoing in her ears. Seeing which Ahil starts feeling bad for her condition, feeling guilty to unknowingly put her in this situatio
As Ahil continued to attend to her with genuine concern, a pause lingered in the air, allowing Hiya to absorb the nuances of the moment. His actions spoke louder than words, revealing a side of humanity she had rarely encountered. A mixture of gratitude and embarrassment settled within her as he gently wiped away her tears, creating a unique connection between two souls traversing through the unexpected twists of fate.The hazel eyes that had witnessed much silently communicated a profound understanding, leaving Hiya to contemplate the depth of compassion that had unexpectedly entered her life. She lowered her gaze, and he continued, "I am sorry... I know I shouldn't have done this, but you were crying nonstop for a long time, and I couldn't resist.”--------------------The night was dark as pit hole with a chilling air blowing out. And in this complete stillness even the air could be detected with its ringing sound, as if getting hovered by the darkness of night the air turned out t
"Didn't I save you from those thugs, risking my life? So, don't I deserve some advantage from you?" He blurted, detecting her fear and tried to mess with her clouded thoughts a little."A... Advantage? W... what advantage?" Her lips trembled, and sweat began to flow down her forehead. Her breaths became fast and erratic. While Ahil, unable to take off his eyes, stares at her deeply.She huddled in a corner, a detail Ahil keenly observed. He could see the terror creeping over her and it concerned him somehow, pushing him down the alley where she was being exploited when he wasn't present to protect her.Why does her eyes tell me a story I am unknown to? And why the fuck is it even bothering me?Extending his hand toward her he was about to take the seat belt on his hand when he found her black pearl-like eyes closed. He was trying to study her briefly when Hiya jumped to a conclusion and was about to scream. And Ahil swiftly covered her mouth with his free hand, stopping her from accus
"Ahil's daddy...! Ahil's daddy...!" she exclaimed, anxiously calling Mr. Agraj. After a couple of calls, he came out. "Shalini, what happened now?"As he inquired, he noticed the injuries on Ahil's forehead and hand, causing him to worry. "Ahil , did you drive without a driver again today?""No, Dad, it was just a minor accident... I mean, someone needed help, and I got injured while assisting."He was narrating the entire incident to his dad while his mom quickly fetched the first aid kit and started dressing his wounds. In her anger, she scolded him, "You've taken the responsibility of the whole world on your shoulders. Instead of always helping others, when will you find a life partner for yourself? I've told you countless times to get married, but will you fulfil my wish only after I'm gone?"Hearing the mention of dying, Ahil gently placed his hand on his mother's mouth and said, "No, Mom, never! I've already told you I don't want to get married, and I'll say the same today. Besi
The sight that greeted her eyes was unexpected – a woman, poised and polished, stood at her doorstep. Adorned in white jeans and a pristine shirt, the visitor exuded an air of affluence. Her long, colored hair, impeccably tied in a ponytail, framed a countenance that hinted at a life beyond the confines of Hiya's grayscale world.As the woman removed her dark glasses, revealing eyes that spoke of experiences and depth, she uttered words that hinted at a potential divergence from the mundane. "If it's not inconvenient, may I come in?"Stunned, Hiya found herself nodding in agreement. The stranger crossed the threshold, and Hiya, eager to extend hospitality, ushered her into the living room. The clash of two worlds, one subdued and colorless, the other vibrant and mysterious, unfolded as they embarked on an unexpected encounter. Hiya, in her simple act of offering water and arranging tea, unknowingly began a chapter that held the promise of change, injecting a splash of intrigue into he
She had already thought that they might demand an additional 50 lakhs at the last moment. Her greed was steadily increasing.Hiya's brother had just come to check if she was ready when Surekha, whispering near his ear, said, "Madam Shalini is very rich, don't you think the deal for your sister was too cheap? I suggest we should ask Madam Shalini for an extra 50 lakhs.""Firstly, trouble is leaving, and now you want an extra 50 lakhs." Reacting to Surekha's suggestion, he glared at his wife."Don't forget that Hiya's divorce hasn't happened yet. If they find out about it, they won't agree to marry their son to Hiya, even if you try to buy it that way," Surekha retorted with a twisted expression."So, what do you want then?" Ashok asked Surekha, his eyes brows creased with confusion."I want us to demand more money from them. If your sister returns to this threshold tomorrow, we shouldn't regret the loss," Surekha replied."You're making sense," he responded with a smile._____Ahil had
While he hastily takes the car keys from him and gets inside the car furiously. And soon gripping over the steering wheel tightly from one hand while from the other hand he inserts the key and turns it, starting the engine.With a screeching sound the car moved forward and soon disappeared from the pavement of Raizada Mansion to the main road. As the whirl of wind passes by his car and he moves forward, Ahil navigates the roads with urgency, grappling with the persistent question of why his life seemed entangled with materialistic women. Recollections of Aakriti surfaced in front of his eyes, a girl who had merely sought him for financial gain. Now, he couldn't shake the feeling that this new prospect harboured similar motives and he himself agreed for that.Busy contemplating, he angrily grits his teeth and declares, "That's precisely why I harbour a deep-seeded hatred for the entire female gender, and this animosity will never wane. Even if the world's most beautiful girl were to kn
Being a servant was acceptable to her, but becoming an object for someone's bed was absolutely intolerable.Amidst her contemplation, she quivered and, with tears streaming down her face, began to speak, "Please, sister-in-law, don't sell me. I will do every task for you. I will work day and night. Make me do any work you want, but please spare me from this deal... please save me, sister-in-law."In response to her pleas, her brother, in anger, pushed her towards Surekha, shouting, "Surekha, make her understand properly. If she creates any drama in front of Shalini madam later, I will beat her to death.""Don't worry, I will make her understand very well," Surekha replied with a smile, assuring her husband. After he left, Surekha closed the door and issued a threat, "Hiya queen, you have to get married. Not only that, they want a child from you. So, it's better for you to willingly accept it. Madam's son has a fierce temper. Even a small mistake from you could have severe consequences
As the conversation unfolded, the tension in the room intensified. Feeling the weight of their differing perspectives, Shalini's husband, spurred by his own convictions, declared his reservations about the proposed alliance. Shalini, fueled by empathy and a desire for positive change, stood firm in her belief that extending a helping hand to the girl in question would be an act of kindness and compassion. The clash of values within their home hinted at the complexities of societal expectations and individual aspirations, leaving the couple at a crossroads in their journey of understanding and compromise."Look, buddy, do whatever you want. If you want to make that girl your daughter-in-law, go ahead. But at least ask your dear son once." Ahil's father now preferred not to engage further in the discussion, leaving everything on his wife and walked away.____A while later, their beloved son returned home from the office. The atmosphere was congenial as they all gathered for dinner. Th
The sight that greeted her eyes was unexpected – a woman, poised and polished, stood at her doorstep. Adorned in white jeans and a pristine shirt, the visitor exuded an air of affluence. Her long, colored hair, impeccably tied in a ponytail, framed a countenance that hinted at a life beyond the confines of Hiya's grayscale world.As the woman removed her dark glasses, revealing eyes that spoke of experiences and depth, she uttered words that hinted at a potential divergence from the mundane. "If it's not inconvenient, may I come in?"Stunned, Hiya found herself nodding in agreement. The stranger crossed the threshold, and Hiya, eager to extend hospitality, ushered her into the living room. The clash of two worlds, one subdued and colorless, the other vibrant and mysterious, unfolded as they embarked on an unexpected encounter. Hiya, in her simple act of offering water and arranging tea, unknowingly began a chapter that held the promise of change, injecting a splash of intrigue into he
"Ahil's daddy...! Ahil's daddy...!" she exclaimed, anxiously calling Mr. Agraj. After a couple of calls, he came out. "Shalini, what happened now?"As he inquired, he noticed the injuries on Ahil's forehead and hand, causing him to worry. "Ahil , did you drive without a driver again today?""No, Dad, it was just a minor accident... I mean, someone needed help, and I got injured while assisting."He was narrating the entire incident to his dad while his mom quickly fetched the first aid kit and started dressing his wounds. In her anger, she scolded him, "You've taken the responsibility of the whole world on your shoulders. Instead of always helping others, when will you find a life partner for yourself? I've told you countless times to get married, but will you fulfil my wish only after I'm gone?"Hearing the mention of dying, Ahil gently placed his hand on his mother's mouth and said, "No, Mom, never! I've already told you I don't want to get married, and I'll say the same today. Besi
"Didn't I save you from those thugs, risking my life? So, don't I deserve some advantage from you?" He blurted, detecting her fear and tried to mess with her clouded thoughts a little."A... Advantage? W... what advantage?" Her lips trembled, and sweat began to flow down her forehead. Her breaths became fast and erratic. While Ahil, unable to take off his eyes, stares at her deeply.She huddled in a corner, a detail Ahil keenly observed. He could see the terror creeping over her and it concerned him somehow, pushing him down the alley where she was being exploited when he wasn't present to protect her.Why does her eyes tell me a story I am unknown to? And why the fuck is it even bothering me?Extending his hand toward her he was about to take the seat belt on his hand when he found her black pearl-like eyes closed. He was trying to study her briefly when Hiya jumped to a conclusion and was about to scream. And Ahil swiftly covered her mouth with his free hand, stopping her from accus
As Ahil continued to attend to her with genuine concern, a pause lingered in the air, allowing Hiya to absorb the nuances of the moment. His actions spoke louder than words, revealing a side of humanity she had rarely encountered. A mixture of gratitude and embarrassment settled within her as he gently wiped away her tears, creating a unique connection between two souls traversing through the unexpected twists of fate.The hazel eyes that had witnessed much silently communicated a profound understanding, leaving Hiya to contemplate the depth of compassion that had unexpectedly entered her life. She lowered her gaze, and he continued, "I am sorry... I know I shouldn't have done this, but you were crying nonstop for a long time, and I couldn't resist.”--------------------The night was dark as pit hole with a chilling air blowing out. And in this complete stillness even the air could be detected with its ringing sound, as if getting hovered by the darkness of night the air turned out t
“Hey Mr. Hero, this girl is our possession. So, it's better that you leave her to us only.”Hiya felt petrified hearing his threat while Ahil least bothered by his false hollow words hits hard on the man he was holding on, and he falls on ground subconsciously. Ahil smirks and craning his head behind looks at the one who was threatening. That man gulps feeling scared of him and Ahil knew the game was about to get over. When Hiya, feeling panicked with his words, lost in her own fear, she looked at Ahil and pulled over his shirt. His face holding the concern surge through it again, when she sobbing says, “No.. no.. these people are monsters. Please don't leave me and go.”Her eyes held a doubt of him scurrying away from there, leaving her all alone. She was in her panic state not realising his determination to safeguard her as those goons' voices kept on echoing in her ears. Seeing which Ahil starts feeling bad for her condition, feeling guilty to unknowingly put her in this situatio