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They all stood frozen, their eyes wide with shock at the sight before them as they witnessed security personnel tenderly transferring Ro from the car to the ambulance. Ro appeared barely conscious, his arm stained with blood, while Ab, looking drained and worried but determined, pleaded with him to keep his eyes open.

Vi, who loved Ro more than anything else in the world, felt a surge of panic overwhelm him as he saw his best friend lying there, hurt. With tears threatening to spill from his eyes, Vi didn't hesitate for a second, he dashed towards the ambulance, his only thought to reach his Ro.

" Ro-o-o-o!" Vi's voice trembled with emotion as he reached out for Ro's hand, his own eyes brimming with tears. Ro, summoning all his strength managed to open his eyes just once, meeting Vi's gaze with a mixture of pain and gratitude, tears streaming down both their cheeks.

"Biscuit, we have to get him to the hospital," Ab's voice was steady but filled with urgency as he placed a comforting hand on Vi's shoulder. Vi, unable to contain his emotions, wrapped Ab in a tight embrace, finding solace in his friend's strength.

Though Ab returned the hug, his attention never wavered from Ro, who lay there in pain, eyes squeezed shut.

"Please, sir, we need to move quickly," the doctor's urgent tone snapped everyone back to reality.

"Biscuit, you come with everyone. I'll go with Ro," Ab's words were gentle but firm as he settled into the ambulance beside Ro. Vi stood rooted to the spot, with a heavy heart he watched as Ro was whisked away in the ambulance, feeling like a piece of his soul was being torn from him

It was only when Bhuvi and Faf approached, guiding him gently towards the car, that Vi reluctantly tore his gaze away from Ro, knowing that he had to let his friend go, at least for now. But the ache in his heart remained, a silent prayer on his lips for Ro's swift recovery.

Meanwhile, Ajju approached Mahi bhai, who stood frozen like a statue, his eyes filled with a mix of fear and guilt. All the worst fears he had ever imagined were unfolding before his eyes - his Ro, his precious kiddo, was hurt, and it was all because of him. The weight of responsibility and regret hung heavy on his shoulders, threatening to crush him.

Despite their anger and disappointment , they knew Mahi bhai could never intentionally harm his child. He was lost in his own torment, his mind clouded by fear and regret. They had to stand by him, to guide him through the darkness that threatened to consume him.

"Bhai, we have to go," Ajju said softly, taking Mahi bhai's trembling hands and pulling him from his trance.

Mahi bhai blinked, shaken from his reverie. "Huhh," he murmured, his voice barely a whisper.

"We have to go .....to Ro," Ajju insisted, gently leading him towards the car.

'Ro' The only word that echoed in Mahi bhai's mind, drowning out all other thoughts. His body felt numb, his mind empty except for the image of Ro's pained face etched into his memory. He couldn't find the words to express the turmoil raging inside him.

Arriving at the hospital, they found Ab standing outside, his face tense with worry as the doctor tended to Ro's wounds. Bhuvi approached with concern, while Vi peeked through the door's small window, watching the doctor attend to Ro's wounds. Mahi stood beside Jaddu and Shikhar, his expression unreadable, his heart heavy with anguish. And the juniors, their eyes filled with tears, could hardly bear to see Ro in such a state.

"He's just been taken inside," Ab muttered wearily as he slumped onto a nearby bench, his head buried in his hands. He was trying his best to stay strong, but inside, he felt like crumbling. Ro had saved his life, and the thought of losing him was unbearable. If Ro hadn't pushed him out of harm's way, it could have been him lying there instead. Gratitude mingled with frustration as Ab wrestled with conflicting feelings. He wanted to slap Ro for his reckless act yet couldn't help but feel indebted to him for his selfless sacrifice. They had both come face to face with death, not once, but twice, and the trauma of it all was taking its toll.

Just as Ab felt like he might collapse under the weight of his emotions, Faf appeared, settling beside him, grasping his hands gently. "Are you okay?" he asked softly, drawing everyone's attention away from Ro, if only for a moment.

"I don't know," Ab replied, his voice trembling with uncertainty. He wanted to express the jumble of emotions swirling inside him, but the only person who could truly understand was lying unconscious in the hospital room.

Bhuvi, unable to contain the torrent of questions flooding his mind..."How did all this happen?" blurted out, his concern evident in his voice.

Before Ab could respond, the doctor emerged from the room, his presence commanding attention."Fortunately, the bullet only grazed his arm, but he's lost a significant amount of blood. We need to monitor him closely for the next 48 hours. He's stable for now, but please, don't overcrowd the room. Let him rest; his body is exhausted." the doctor instructed before retreating back into the room.

As soon as Vi heard the doctor, he rushed inside and sat beside Ro, holding his hand tightly while tears streamed down his face.

" Idiot...panda...bilkul akal nahi hai....itni si bhi fikr nahi hai na tujhe meri...agar tujhe kuch ho jata to...bs hero banna hai....jab dekho mujhse ladta rehta hai ya to sota rehta hai...abhi bhi so raha hai....meri to sunta hi nahi hai...." Vi sobbed like a child, his heart overflowing with worry and relief.

" Oye Monkey...i hate tears re" Ro whispered softly, his voice barely audible, but Vi heard every syllable loud and clear. A small smile tugged at Vi's lips through his tears, knowing that his Ro was still there, still fighting. He pulled Ro into a tight embrace, seeking solace in the warmth of Ro's embrace, burying his face in Ro's neck as if trying to shield himself from the harsh reality.

The entire scene unfolded before the eyes of everyone present, evoking both tears and admiration for the deep bond between Vi and Ro. Yet, amidst the warmth and affection, someone felt a pang of longing, to be in Vi's place, to hold Ro in his arms, to have even a fraction of Ro's affection for himself. Lost in his thoughts, he yearned for Ro's presence until Ro's voice broke the spell.

"Vi...Where is Ab...how is he...is he okay?" Ro's worry filled questions brought tears to Ab's eyes as he stepped forward to meet him.

"Now I am okay," Ab whispered, gently squeezing Ro's hand to reassure him. "I should leave...others are waiting to see you," Ab added, his heart heavy with the desire to stay by Ro's side, just like Vi.

"Ab, please don't go," Ro pleaded, holding onto Ab's hand, sensing the turmoil within him. Ro understood Ab's silent plea, his unspoken longing, and without hesitation, Ab settled beside him, ignoring everyone else. For in that moment, all that mattered was being there for his Ro, who needed him more than anyone else.

After that, everyone came to meet Ro, their faces filled with concern and worry, except for Jaddu, Shikhar, Shubhi, Ishu, and Mahi. They couldn't bring themselves to face Ro after their silly prank had turned into such a dreadful mistake. They never imagined that it could turn out this scary.

" Vi...mahi bhai kahan hai ?" asked Ro, his voice tinged with sadness and longing.

" Bahar hai vo " Vi replied replied coldly, unable to meet Ro's gaze.

" Bahar kyu?...vo mujhse milenge nahi?...vo kl wali baat ke liye abhi bhi gussa hai kya?...unhe bol na...main firse kabhi aise baat nahi karunga unse..please bula na unhe" pleaded Ro, exhaustion evident in his weary voice as he closed his eyes.

Mahi, standing at the doorway, couldn't bear to listen any longer. Tears streamed down his cheeks as he turned away, his heart torn between love and anguish.

Bhuvi and Ajju exchanged knowing glances, recognizing the depth of Mahi's agony mirrored in Ro's pleading words. They knew they had to act, for Ro needed Mahi, and Mahi needed his Ro more than ever before. With a determined resolve, Bhuvi stepped outside to find Mahi, to bring him back to the one person who held the fragments of his broken heart in trembling hands.

Can someone tell me what's going on here? Everyone looks so sad, like I've...like I've passed away," Ro mumbled, a hint of confusion in his voice. But his innocent remark sent shivers down everyone's spine, especially Vi and Ab, who immediately snapped, "Shut up!" in unison, shooting stern glares at Ro, causing him to pout before muttering under his breath, "Angry birds kahi ke....I don't like biscuits," which made everyone chuckle a little.

" Ro, umm, actually..." Ajju hesitated, but then spilled everything to Ro, from their mischievous prank to the mix-up where they accidentally 'kidnapped' Ab instead of Vi. Ro listened intently, his eyes wide as Ajju recounted the chaos that followed.

By the end of it, Ro couldn't help but burst into a grin. Turning to Ab, he winked and said, "See? I told you it was just a prank. I know these guys," with a mischievous glint in his eyes

"But you said it was..." Ab began, but before he could finish, Ro started fake coughing causing everyone to panic and rush to his side. Vi handed him a glass of water, scolding him gently, "Chup chap baitha nahi jata na tujhse ..jab dekho bolta rahega...doctor ne bola hai rest krna ko....chup chaap baith ab.." he scolded while Ro pouted, secretly loving the attention from his best friend.

Ro turned to Ab, feigning anger, earning a smile from Vi on his antics, and a raised eyebrow from Ab. Ro silently begged him not to spill the beans to Vi about his suspicions regarding the prank. Ab, catching on, nodded in agreement, keeping their secret safe with a playful twinkle in his eye.

" Jaddu aur uske soldiers bhi nahi aaye mujhse milne ? " Ro asked, trying to lighten the mood.

" Bahar hi hai vo bhi... " Ajju replied.

" To main jau kya unhe bulane? " Ro asked sarcastically, earning eye roll from everyone.

" Main bulata hu.." Ajju offered, heading outside to fetch the masterminds

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