End of torture !

"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."

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With a sense of urgency, Mr. Agraj Raizada and his wife reached Max Hospital. They swiftly made their way to Room number 21, where Ahil was recuperating.

Ahil lay there, immersed in reading magazines. Upon seeing his parents, a subtle grin graced his lips.

"Looks like I'll finally get discharged," he remarked softly, a glimmer of relief in his eyes.

As his mother enveloped him in a tight embrace, a mixture of worry and relief painted her tearful eyes. Gently disengaging from her, Ahil offered, "Relax, Mom. I'm perfectly fine. It's just a minor injury; it'll heal soon."

With a blend of concern and a touch of humour, his mother retorted, "What do you mean by 'heal soon'? Anything could have happened! You worry us so much. This is why I keep saying, get married. At least if you have a wife, you'll come home on time." She affectionately patted his head.

However, the mention of marriage cast a subtle shadow over Ahil’s demeanour. Sensing the shift in his mood, his parents, keen to redirect his focus, initiated a conversation about various unrelated topics.

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The morning had unfolded, with the sun illuminating everything in its path, yet Hiya's life remained shrouded in darkness despite the radiant dawn. Utkarsh, seemingly indifferent to her plight, had left for the office. Throughout the night, Hiya grappled with pain so intense that even standing seemed an insurmountable challenge.

Fortuitously, Utkarsh had left his phone at home that day. Hiya eagerly reached for it, only to find it locked. The sight of the locked screen momentarily deepened her melancholy. Nevertheless, Hiya was not one to succumb easily to despair. She entered the password – a combination that had been Utkarsh's phone security since their college days, bearing the imprint of Hiya's name. With a sense of triumph, the phone unlocked on the very first attempt.

In the midst of the turmoil that turned his once vibrant life into a haunting nightmare, one could only question the sanity behind such choices. It seemed like madness, but attributing it to love? That was inconceivable.

Hiya, grappling with her emotions, painstakingly settled down and adorned her bed with a symbolic crown. Her back leaning to the headrest as with a glimmer of hope, she dialed her mother, yet the call echoed in unanswered silence.

Her eyes mirrored a profound melancholy and emptiness. Her throat, parched with sorrow, guided her to the kitchen, where she managed to sip water, lacking the strength to move forward.

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Discharged from the hospital, Ahil's family brought him home, urging rest. Despite his mother's plea for respite, Ahil, after a brief period of rest, resolutely readied himself and proceeded to the office.

Defying his mother's counsel, he pressed forward, driven by an unyielding determination, choosing to confront the demands of the office over the solace of rest.

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The night had fallen, casting a shadow over the unfolding drama. Utkarsh, upon reaching home, frantically searched for Hiya in every corner - from her room to the balcony and other chambers. Yet, she remained elusive. His desperate quest concluded in the kitchen, where he discovered her unconscious state.

Gently lifting her fragile form, Utkarsh carried Hiya to their room. Employing a delicate touch, he sprinkled water on her face in an attempt to rouse her from the depths of her unconsciousness. As her awareness slowly returned, Hiya found herself seated next to him, only to recoil as if confronted by a specter.

In the midst of this tense moment, the disruptive ringtone on Utkarsh's phone pierced the air. The caller ID displayed Hiya's mother's name, prompting Utkarsh to fixate on Hiya with an intensity that bordered on devouring scrutiny.

Choosing to disregard the incoming call, Utkarsh shifted his focus back to Hiya, his face contorted with a mix of anger and disappointment.

In a sudden outburst, he seized her hair, each strand tangled and matted from the ordeal.

Hiya winced in pain, yet Rehan showed no mercy, proceeding to cruelly pull over her chopped small uneven hair which was once cherished, long locks. The room echoed with her silent struggles and the sound of each strand succumbing to the ruthless blade.

Overcoming the torment, Hiya summoned the strength to break free. Fueled by a surge of determination, she staggered towards the door and fled to the hallway. When her eyes fall over a small flower pot, seemingly insignificant, became her it prompts defense. With a desperate throw over him, she aimed to shield herself from his wrath.

However, the protective act came at a cost. The flower pot collided with him, causing a slight injury on his forehead. In her disoriented state, Utkarsh stumbled and fell to the floor, the once serene ambiance of the home now overshadowed by the tumultuous events unfolding within its walls.

He roared with a thunderous voice, "Hiya...!! I will kill you, damn it...! If you take a step outside this house, Hiya, you cannot leave me so easily. You love me."

Utkarsh continued to shout, but Hiya, today, was not someone who would listen.

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In your opinion, did Hiya do the right thing by daring to hit Utkarsh with a pot?

Will she be able to escape from Utkarsh's house or will the wolf Utkarsh once again succeed in capturing the little lamb?

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