Shubman's form continued dipping, he was angry and frustrated at himself. No matter what he did or at least tried but nothing worked. He couldn't even celebrate Diwali with Sara and his family since they had matches and Sara was in Punjab with her in-laws.

He had of course video called her on the day of Diwali but his already frustrated mind took over and he fought with her over a silly reason.

Just like that another world cup happened and India couldn't win it. There were riots in the whole country, their posters were being burnt. People were actually mad at the Indian cricket team.

Sara was back to Mumbai after giving her super speciality exam but as she stepped in the house he was not there. She called him but it went to a voice mail everytime.

Not having any other option she called Anushka to ask if Shubman was there and she got a positive response.

"Bhabhi can you please ask him to come back."

"Ofcourse Sara, he was tired and the house was empty so he crashed here. Don't worry I will send him back."

"Thank you so much bhabhi."

"Aree it's okay but just take care of him he is very disturbed right now."

"I will bhabhi."

After an hour or so the house door opened and Shubman stepped in. He immediately went to her and hugged her.

"How was your exam?"

"It was good I don't think I would clear it but it's okay, if not I will join the hospital back."

"It's okay you can go on your path I will always support you."

"I know Shub and you should know this too."

He gave her a small smile. They both were lacking in their fields right now but Sara took it in a much positive way unlike Shubman.

"Let's go for a treat Shub."

"I am not in the mood Sara, we will go tomorrow."

"Shubman please baby, I am back after so many days. We can spend some time."

He looked at her pleading self and couldn't stop himself from nodding, if that makes her happy he would do anything for her. She excitedly kissed his cheek and ran inside to change while Shubman chuckled, he truly missed her.

Once they were out Shubman and Sara together had a blast with the food. It was all his favourites this time. But once they were out of the restaurant the scene in front of them was horrifying.

Someone from the paps had spotted Shubman and now whole crowd was there. But this time they were not here for his autograph or something but to throw profanities and him and the ICT.

Shubman's bodyguards were alerted and they tried helping Shubman and Sara to sit in the car. But luck is never on our side, Sara was hit by a stone on her head and Shubman panicked.

"Ohh shit Sara baby are you okay? Aniket please take her to the car I am coming."

He shouted and Aniket led Sara towards the car who was equally terrified.

As Sara went away Shubman too went behind her knowing this croud would never let him speak about his opinions. As he sat inside the car he was blank looking at her would.

No words were coming out of his mouth and all he could do was blame himself for her condition.

"Shubman."

He didn't reply and Sara turned quite knowing she should not press him further, it was her idea to step out even after knowing how much people were burning right now.

Shubman slowly cleaned her wound with his handkerchief and blew air on it.

"Aniket please stop the car at the pharmacy and get me a band-aid."

"Yes sir."

He was quick enough to bring it and Shubman applied it on her wound, thank god it was not deep. The ride to home was a silent affair.

Once they reached Shubman quickly went in not even waiting for her and locked himself in the room. It was all his fault, neither he would have married Sara nor she would have to face all the drama.

The people were horrible out there, they never considered what impact it must have on a player who had done so much hardwork to represent their country and all they got in return was criticism and now stones.

"Shubman please open the door baby, we will solve this together."

She banged on the door but he was lost in his thoughts. Finally Sara remembered she had a spare key with her.

She quickly opened the door and there he was sitting on the floor with his knees close to his chest. It's not that he was weak, if the stone was on him he would have let it go but this time it was Sara, his precious and he absolutely hated to see her in that condition just because of him.

Sara quickly hugged him and he cried.

"I am sorry so so so sorry, all this is because of me. Na mai tumse shaadi krta na ye sab tumhe sehna padta. I am sorry Sara, but you know what it's not even that late. Let's take a divorce and then people won't get away with throwing stones at you."

He never realised what he was blabbering in his hurt but the damage was already done.

Thud.

Next moment he was holding his jaw as she punched him.

"Pagal ho kya? Itni si baat ke liye divorce doge mujhe tum? Ha? Am I a toy? Jab chache man se pyaar kr liya jab chache divorce dene ko bol diya? Is this what I mean to you? You know what Shubman you are right, we need a break. I know you are hurt with the loss but that doesn't give you any right to ask for a divorce. Go to hell."

She stood up and began packing her clothes while Shubman sat there, his head down in shame, guilt, regret and anger, anger on himself.

As she harshly closed the bag and started walking his nerves seemed to get back and he quickly stood up holding her hand.

"Where do you think you are going?"

"To my house Shubman cause clearly you don't care a shit about me. Itni si baat ke divorce lene aaye. Find my value in your life, question yourself what have I done to get a divorce from you and then come to me."

"Sara please I am sorry, it was impulsive."

"People speak the truth in anger and hurt Shubman and you just proved it."

She spat away his hand and went away while Shubman sat on the bed with a thud. His mind throbbing like anything. But still he messaged Aniket to accompany Sara.

"Oh god what have I done? How could I even ask for a divorce when all she did was care for me. I know I am stupid but the wound on her head didn't let me think straight."

He clutched his hair and pulled them out in frustration. He laid down and put a pillow on his face. He knew Sara was hurt right now and nothing would work so he decided to wait and execute his plan later.

Meanwhile Sara was hurt, she even snapped at Aniket not to come with her but he was loyal to her or say Shubman.

"Aniket I am sorry for snapping at you."

"It's okay mam."

He gave her a small smile and she facepalmed herself. How could he even ask her to get a divorce like she meant nothing to him. Her mind was filled with all sorts of thoughts.

Soon she reached her parents house. As she rang the bell her mother was surprised watching her.

"Sara you here? Iss waqt? All okay baby?"

"Yess mumma I was just missing you and papa."

"Ohh baby come, Shubman bhi aaya hai kya?"

"No mom he isn't here. Only I came."

She turned back and glanced at Aniket who was standing near the car. She felt pity for that boy, he had no life except being with her 24/7.

"Mumma jaiye andar I will come in a minute."

She padded towards Aniket and he was alert again.

"Come in Aniket."

"No mam, you please go I will stay here."

"Aniket I plan to live here for the next month, yahi rahoge?"

"Yes mam."

"Oh my god, you and your boss. Stay here and do whatever you want but please don't deny if I call you for food."

"Sure mam."

Sara smiled, a fake one he guessed it but he didn't have any right to speak between them. Sara turned to take her bag but Aniket was quick enough to get it in the house.

Sara's mother who was extremely happy having Sara after so many days didn't miss the hurt on her face but she let it go.

"Kaisa hai mera baccha?"

"Thik hu mumma."

Her eyes without her knowledge flew.

"Sara ro rahi ho beta? Kya hua?"

"Kuch nahi mumma bas itne dino baad aapko dekha to rona aa gaya."

"Ohh meri bacchi. Ab aa gayi ho na ab bohot baatein krenge."

Sara gave her a smile and she caressed her hair.

"Bohot din rahungi mumma chalega na."

"Tumhara ghar hai Sara ye kaisi baatein kr rahi ho. Abhi thak gayi hogi go and take rest hmm tumhare papa shayad aaj ghar nahi aayenge to kal mil lena. I will bring milk for you."

"Mumma."

"Haa baba bournvita wala laungi."

Sara smiled and moved upstairs. The room was same as it used to be. Nothing had changed except the bedsheet and the curtains. She opened the window and let some fresh night wind come in.

She glanced down and Aniket was still standing. She could never understand that guy how could he even stand for 24/7.

Shaking her head she came back and fell on the bed. She was shattered with Shubman's lack of trust in her. Not for once he thought to share his pain when all she was doing was asking him to let it out. But instead he asked for a divorce and that hurt her soul. She could not forgive him so easily for this.

She checked her phone but there was not a single message from him.

"Ek toh khud galti kro aur phir ek message bhi nahi. I won't forgive you Shubman. Go to hell."

She tossed the phone aside with a scoff on her face and that's when her mother knocked the door.

"Sara."

"Come in mumma."

She sat straight and her mother gave her the bournvita milk.

"Sara this came for you."

Sara took the roses from her mother and kept it aside knowing who had done it.

"Aree dekh to lo kisne bheja hoga."

"Baadmai mumma abhi aapse baatein karni hai."

She finished the milk and laid down with her head on her mother's lap who smiled and caressed her face.

"Tu kitne dino baad aise rehne aayi hai. Bohot accha lag raha hai. How was your exam baby?"

"Idk mummy, mujhse jitna ho sakta tha kiya par nahi hua toh I will join the hospital back."

"It's okay do what your heart says. Shubman kaise hai?"

"He is alright."

"Bohot stress hoga na ye sab world cup and all."

"Hmm.."

"I guess you don't want to talk about it so I will let it slide but don't let this affect your relationship okay? Galti chahe kisi ki bhi ho take soft steps and be alright together."

Sara smiled and her mother kissed her forehead before going away. Sara took the roses and hugged them, a few years coming out of her eyes but she handled herself.

"These flowers won't let you win me back Shub, I hope you realise your mistake before it's too late."

She kept them aside and took her phone and messaged Aniket.

"Please go and check whether your SIR had his food or not and there's no need to stay here. Go back please."
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Here we go with the next chapter, do tell how did you like it!

How was it guys? Shubman asking for a divorce and Sara's reaction to it! Who do you think is right?

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Other authors have 1k comments and votes if not less but inspite writing chapters for you with personal issues and no time to study all I get is a comment saying: good chapter, please update soon!

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