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Bulbul finishes with a sob, whereas Purab hugged her in comfort. When both looked at Abhi, Abhi was sitting emotionlessly. His eyes were on the verge of tears, whereas it was difficult to predict whether he is angry or crying. Bulbul doesn't know how Abhi took it. Without saying anything, Abhi went from there, shocking both of them.

Abhi was roaming the entire city on his bike, without knowing what to do.

Abhi's pov

I don't know how to react to this. Already it was shocking for me knowing that Pragya is none other than my childhood friend Fuggy. Now, knowing about her truth makes me speechless. I don't know how to explain, I feel. Whether I'm, I feeling bad or feeling guilty for hurting her with my words. I thought that she is like this because of her head weight. But, I have never expected that she would have gone into this much pain.

Now, I'm thinking about how to face her. All she wants is love, and she felt that I would give her that. Can I? But I know one thing for sure. Still, now there is my little girl fuggy, hiding inside her. I want to bring her out. I want to bring her out from her darkness.

POV ends.

At Night

Pragya was sitting in her room, reading some office files. Abhi came to the home, exhausted. He entered the room and noticed Pragya seated in the nearby couch. When Pragya saw him, she immediately closed all her documents and went from there, avoiding him. Signing, Abhi went and took a shower.

After taking a shower and changing into comfortable wears, he came out and noticed Pragya lying on the bed, sleeping. He could say that she is purposefully avoiding him, but he also doesn't know how to face her. So, he lied on the bed, next to her.

Next Morning

In Sarla's house

Sarla came towards the door and opened it, hearing calling bell sound. She opened the door and noticed Abhi, standing there.

She could see his confused and pale face.

Abhi: Ma, I want to talk to you.

Sarla nodded and gestured him to come in.

After settling in the sofa, Abhi said everything about Pragya's past to Sarla, whereas Sarla's eyes were filled with tears.

Sarla: When I met her for the first time, I saw a kind of sorrow in her eyes. But, I have never expected that she would have gone through this much pain—poor child.

Sarla said whereas Abhi nodded in acceptance.

Abhi: I don't know what to do.

Abhi said confusedly, whereas Sarla signed.

Sarla: Abhi, this is your life, and you have to decide for yourself. I'm your mother, and I can only guide you. The decision is yours.

Abhi: Sarla, already I'm confused. Please don't confuse me more.

Abhi said furiously.

Sarla: As I said, This.Is.Your.Life.

Sarla said sternly, whereas Abhi scoffed.

Sarla: What did I said whenever you make decisions?

Abhi: Follow your heart.

Sarla: Exactly, do it.

Sarla said and started to walk.

Abhi: But how?

Sarla: As time passes, you would itself would know what to do.

Sarla said and went from there, whereas Abhi signed.

His phone started to ring. He took and saw Bulbul's name flashing.

Abhi: Bulbul?

Bulbul: Abhi, can I speak with you?

Abhi: What's the matter?

Bulbul: Are you angry with me?

Abhi: Why?

Abhi asked frowning.

Bulbul: Because you went from the café without saying anything. That's why I asked.

Abhi: I'm not angry with you, Bulbul. I can understand your situation. I was just... I don't know how to react. That's why I left from there. Sorry.

Bulbul: Oh, it's ok, Abhi. Abhi, tomorrow is Pragya's birthday.

Abhi: Oh...

Abhi's lips curved to a smile, hearing it.

Bulbul: Previous year and all, she won't come to the office nor have a celebration. I didn't even know what she would do during her birthday. I want you to...

Abhi: I will handle it.

Abhi said, nodding.

Abhi: Do you want to celebrate this birthday with her?

Bulbul became shocked, hearing it.

Bulbul: Is it is possible?

Abhi: I will make it possible.

Abhi said confidently, whereas Bulbul smiled excitedly.

In a flat

Nikkil was sitting on his sofa, drinking. He took his mobile and looked at Pragya's photo with lustful eyes.

Nikkil: You have made me wait for a long time, Pragya.

He said, gulping the drink.

Nikkil: Beautiful girl like you shouldn't be a virgin for a long time. You can be my boss, but it won't change the fact that I'm a man and you are a woman. I got bored of working under you. After this, I want you to pleasure me, and soon I'm going to claim you, Pragya.

Nikkil said with a nasty smirk.

Next Morning

Abhi woke up and noticed Pragya's place empty in the bed. Signing, he got up and went to the hall.

Abhi: Robin...

Robin came out from the kitchen, hearing Abhi's voice.

Abhi: Where is she?

Robin: She went to the terrace.

Abhi's thinks: So, you are celebrating your birthdays with your memories.

Abhi nodded and went to the terrace.

As expected, the room was locked, and he could hear murmuring sound of Pragya.

Abhi: How can I get you out?

Abhi thought for some time, and suddenly he got an idea.

Abhi shouted: Fire... Fire...

Pragya, who heard his voice, became panicked and came out of the room.

Pragya: Where is fire?

Pragya asked whereas Abhi controlled his laugh.

Abhi: In my stomach.

Abhi said sheepishly, whereas Pragya gave a deadly glare.

Abhi: I mean, I'm starving.

Pragya: Go and eat.

Abhi: Look, there is a problem. I got tired of eating Robin's food.

Pragya: Robin is the best cook in this city.

Pragya said, glaring.

Abhi: I know, but... I got tired of eating his food. So, I'm planning to go to a restaurant.

Pragya: Go, why are you asking me?

Abhi: There is another problem there. Nowadays, the cost of my favourite food is high, and I'm not able to afford it.

Pragya: Take my card.

Abhi: There is another problem with it.

Pragya fumes in anger, hearing him, whereas Abhi gave a sheepish look.

Pragya: Now. What?

Abhi: You know that I don't like it. Matlab, I want to eat in my money.

Pragya: So, what do you want me to do?

Abhi: As you are the biggest businesswoman, if you come with me, I would get some concession. So, I can eat in my money without getting your money. So, I want you to go with me.

Pragya was taken aback, hearing him. She looked at him with a suspicious face, whereas he maintained his reaction.

Pragya: Are you making fun of me?

Abhi: No, I'm serious. I want you to come with me. Please.

Pragya looked at him for some time and nodded as yes. While she was going to her room to get ready, Abhi gestured someone to start the work.

After getting ready, Pragya came out to her hall. She became stunned, seeing all of her office staff, along with Bulbul and Purab, standing there with a bouquet. Birthday ribbons and balloons surrounded the place, and a big cake was placed in the center.

Pragya's face started to fume in anger. It is not because of anger, but she is somehow feeling uncomfortable to be in this place. Before she could shout, she felt a hand, wrapping around her shoulder. She turned and looked at Abhi, who was standing next to her, smiling.

Abhi: HAPPY BIRTHDAY, PRAGYA...

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