Here's another update guys. From this chapter on, you will see Shah Zain in a new version. So all those who hate him can now take a relief as he will be thinking first before taking action...
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Shah Zain's POV (Edited)
This morning, I woke up tired. I sat on the bed before stretching my arms. Maybe, it's the effect of not sleeping the whole night. Honestly, Shiza's weird behavior kept me up all night. She was all fine when I left than what the hell happened that made her this shaken up. It was completely not making any sense and making me frustrated. I'm even frustrated on myself.
I should be hating this girl. She stole from us. But still seeing her shaken up and almost on the verge of crying made me alert and concerned. My guards stood up on their own and I had the urge to search that person who was responsible for her condition. Her tears stricken face and the trembling of her hands were still printed on my mind.
It was playing like a damn tape recorder. She really did worry me last night. I know I hate her and still hate her for stealing from us but I will never accept any physical or mental attack on her ever by anyone.
My morals are not that low. I will never tolerate a stranger scaring my family or my wife in my absence. I tried to ask her many times to atleast tell me what happened but all she did was zoning out. I decided not to force her since she was already shaken up and I didn't want to add more to her tension.
Speaking of her, I turned to my left side to find her still deep asleep. Well, she didn't sleep well the whole night. I did notice her twisting and turning all the night. I also noticed the way she would act like she was asleep when I would take a turn. I knew she was trying not to show how scared she was last night. I also know that I might be the least expected person for her to show some kind of softness to her. But trust me when I say that I hate when someone touched my family.
And Shiza is my family.
She is my wife. She is my responsibility and I felt really guilty that I failed to protect her. I know I shouldn't feeling like that for her but what can I do. I just can't seem to control my emotions. She was so scared last night. Also, I didn't like the way she just ignored her burnt like it meant nothing. There could be an infection. She is always busy in taking care of dado that she even ignored her own wound.
But weren't you the one who told her to take care of your dado when all she did was taking care of her day and night?
My inner voice mocked at me causing me to close my eyes. Sometimes I felt like a total hypocrite. I stood up from the bed to take a shower. I need to get fresh up. I carefully made my way inside the bathroom not wanting her to wake up by my movements.
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As I got dressed for my office, I glanced at the bed and found her still asleep. It's close to 9 now. Should I wake her up? I contemplated on it before deciding on otherwise. She should get some more sleep. She looked tired last night. I grabbed the coat from the hanger and draped it on my arm. I was about to exit the room when my eyes caught something. It was her hand.
The injured one. It was dangling out of the duvet and if I'm not wrong, she could possibly hurt it in her sleep. So, I tiptoed very carefully. I knelt down infront of her. She was facing me but her face was almost covered with the duvet. I gently took her hand and tucked it inside the duvet. I stood up immediately as I noticed her taking a turn. I turned my back to her not wanting her to realize that I was sitting beside her just.
I stood still for few minutes. It was silence. I turned back and found her sleeping. This time her back was facing me. I took a deep breath before opening the door and exiting out. I closed the door on my way and stopped to take a deep breath. What the hell is wrong with me? Why am I acting like a child? I shook my head to clear off my thoughts and descended downstairs.
Everyone was already at the table. I greeted them and took my usual seat. Dado was not present. She must be here any moment. Zarnish sat beside me and immediately asked
"How was the party last night?"
Her voice held a mix of sadness and accusation. So, I simply answered
"It was as usual."
I decided not to talk about Shiza and the incident. I don't think she would want to tell anyone. Zarnish sighed and then stated
"I always used to go with you. I felt really bad last night for not accompanying you."
I just hummed in response. I was really not in the mood to talk. My mind was preoccupied by Shiza's behavior. Her strange attitude and the way she was crying made me think hard. What went wrong? Did someone tried to do anything to her? I don't know but a sudden wave of anger washed over me. I don't know why I am acting like this. But it is beyond my control. I can't stop it. Zarnish's voice brought me out of my trance
"Are you even listening to me, Zain"?
I looked up at her. She was pouting slightly and looked somewhat offended. Why did she always get so upset on little things? I then said
"Sorry but I'm really not in the mood to talk right now."
She looked taken aback but nonetheless nodded her head. She turned to the front and remained quiet. Soon, dado also joined us. But a frown was immediately etched onto her forehead. She turned to look at me and I know what her next question will be
"Where is Shiza, beta?"
I sighed and answered
"She was tired last night. She is still sleeping."
Before dado could say anything, mama decided to say
"So, now she will bend the rules of the house too? She should be present on the breakfast table. She is not anyone special."
Her voice held a different kind of edge into it. Before dado could say anything, I replied
"Mama, I didn't wake her up. She was tired and it doesn't hurt anyone if could take a little rest."
I don't know why I took her side. But I just hard the urge too. Mama looked shocked before she muttered angrily
"She has started to lure you in her trap."
I'm tired of her talking about stupid things again and again. I'm already not in the mood and she is just adding fuel to the fire. I stood up from my chair losing my appetite. Dado turned to me before asking
"Are you going, beta?"
I nodded my head. She looked sorry and I shook my head at her. It was not her fault. Mama didn't look up. I sighed taking a deep breath. I turned to Zubeda aunty who was pouring the tea in the cup. I then told her
"Zubeda aunty, Shiza injured her hand yesterday. Can you please change her bandage?"
She nodded her head before saying
"Of course. It's no problem."
I politely smiled at her before thanking her. Everyone at the table looked too shocked to even react. Zarnish was practically shaking from anger...maybe. I don't care right now. I bade farewell and exited the house.
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Shiza's POV
My eyes opened on its own. I blinked twice to clear out the sleepiness out of my eyes. I sat up on the bed before stretching out my arms. I felt exhausted. I felt disgusted. Last night's incident played inside my head making me cringe in disgust. His awful hold on my wrists.
But then Shah Zain's care towards me appeared in my head making me forget about Mr. Barzan. The way he didn't force me to tell him the truth. The way he aid my hand. I never thought in a billion years that he will be affectionate towards me. I mean in all the course of time, he had either glared at me, taunted me or insulted me. But last night was the first night he showed kindness towards me. Last night I felt like I had someone to look to. Maybe this was the moment.
Maybe, this will change something between us.
I looked up at my other side but found it empty. It's strange. Usually, I woke up before him. Is he up early today? But why will he? Then I checked the time and I almost gasped in horror. It was 12 in the noon. How did I end sleeping this late? Why didn't he wake me up? Oh my god.
I immediately rushed out of the bed to take bath. I quickly changed into some decent clothes before rushing down the stairs. I hope Shehnaz Ammi sorry Shehnaz dado will be not angry at me. She hated when someone sleeps till late. I reached the dining area but as expected it was empty. Everybody must have their breakfast.
I made my way inside the kitchen. The maids were busy in making lunch. I smiled at Zubeda khala before greeting her. She replied almost immediately. I then decided to ask her
"Has everyone already eaten?"
She shook her head before saying
"Lunch will be at 1:00. But you weren't present at the breakfast table."
She said the last sentence like a question. Should I tell her? Has Shah Zain already told everyone about yesterday's incident? I hope he didn't. I don't want anyone to know about it. Before my thoughts could go any further, Zubeda khala gasped before saying
"Are, Zain had already told everyone that you were tired after yesterday's party. He said not to wake you up."
I was surprised. No, I was shocked. He didn't tell anyone. He even asked everyone not to wake me up. Why are you making everything difficult, Shah Zain? You said you hate me with your guts but then why are you taking my side? Why are you acting like this? Zubeda khala then said
"Shall I dress your wound? Zain had told me to dress it."
Oh god! This is unbelievable. He was acting really strange and so not him. I shook my head but thanked her for even asking. It matters. She then asked
"Do you want to eat something?"
I shook my head. I was not really hungry. I then told
"I will eat the lunch directly. If you need any help then I can."
She smiled before shaking her head and saying
"Nahi, beta. Tum jao aur aaram kro."
I smiled at her words before exiting the kitchen. I decided to take a stroll in the garden since it's a lovely weather today. But before I could make my way out, someone grabbed me shoulder from behind pulling me harshly. I almost winced because my hand got in the between. Zarnish was standing there fuming with...anger. Why is she angry? She seethed at me
"Why did you do to him?"
What is she saying? Is she mad? I didn't even talk to anyone. When I didn't reply she again repeated the question. I asked her totally confused
"What are you talking about, Zarnish?"
She laughed but it's not a normal laugh. It's like 'are you kidding me laugh'. She tighten her hold at my arm. I tried to untangle but it only made her tightened her grip. I sighed not wanting to create a scene. She then narrated
"Shah Zain took your side today. He even asked maids to take care of your hand. Tell me what did you do to him? What spell did you cast on him?"
She was talking like a typical girl. I finally free my hand. I was already upset because of last night. She only added more to my misery. I held back my tears before bursting at her
"What is your problem, anyway? Why are you getting so riled up? He didn't commit any crime by taking care of his wife."
Her eyes widened when she heard the word 'wife'. She gritted her teeth before pointing her finger at me. She warned me
"You can never be his wife. You will never be his wife. Get this thought out of your mind."
She left after that. I didn't let her words get to me. But it's so hard when everyone is trying to let you down. I was happy today. I had a good mood today because Shah Zain acted nicely with me. But of course. No one likes to see me happy. Someone has to ruin my happiness by hook or crook. I wiped the stray tear from my cheek before making my way to my room. It will be good if I stay in my room for the whole day...
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Till then take care
Allah Hafiz
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