Chapter 38.

"Shadows of London"

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(This chapter is basically Kiara's past, and contains graphic content, and scenes that maybe distressing and triggering for some readers.
Sensitive content ahead)

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Kiara's POV~

"Shubman, I have to tell you something. Something that's been eating away at me for a long time," I said, my voice was barely above a whisper.

Shubman's eyes locked onto mine filled with concern. "What is it, Kiara? You know you can trust me."

I took a deep breath before continuing.

"It all started in London, when I was 12. I moved there to live with my granny. That's where I met Aditi, and we became inseparable........................."

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(The Past)

London📍

Kiara's life in London was a tapestry of vibrant colors, woven with threads of friendship, laughter, and adventure.

At 12, she had moved to the bustling city, leaving behind the familiarity of her homeland India.

Her granny's loving care and the companionship of her best friend, Aditi, had made the transition smoother. As they navigated the ups and downs of adolescence, their circle expanded to include Siddharth, Maria, and Adam.

Siddharth Ahluwalia , an Indian boy living in London, had been a constant presence in their group.

His quiet nature and genuine smile had made him a trusted friend.

However, as they entered their teenage years, Siddharth's feelings for Kiara began to shift.
He harbored a secret love for her, nurturing it in silence.

Their close-knit group remained inseparable throughout school and college.

Siddharth's obsession with Kiara grew, but he kept it hidden, fearing rejection.

The day finally came when he decided to reveal his emotions and propose her.

With a bouquet and ring in hand, he proposed to Kiara in front of their friends.

"Kiara I love you, will you be my girlfriend?" Siddharth said kneeling down.

Kiara, taken aback by the sudden declaration, felt a mix of emotions. She valued their friendship but didn't reciprocate his romantic feelings. Torn between compassion and honesty, she requested time to consider his proposal.

"Siddharth I need sometime, can I give you my answer tomorrow?" Kiara said softly.

Siddharth agreed, hopeful.

The next day, Kiara met him privately.

"Siddharth, I care for you as a friend, but I don't feel the same way." Her words gentle but firm.

The rejection, though delivered kindly, ignited a spark of resentment within him.

"I respect your decision Kiara" He said, but somewhere deep down he was heartbroken.

As time passed, Kiara created distance between them, sensing the change in Siddharth's behavior.

He misinterpreted her actions, believing she was avoiding him.

One fateful day, while Kiara and Adam laughed together, Siddharth's jealousy simmered.

He confronted Adam, issuing a menacing warning.

"Hey you, stay away from Kiara" Siddharth said dominantly.

"Why so? she's my bestfriend too" Adam said rolling his eye

"I said stay away from her, or you'll pay for your actions" Ge said intensely.

"Do whatever you want I dont give a fuck, got it?" Adam said.

"Maria is your girlfriend right?" Siddharth asked smirking.

"As if you dont know, now get out. Dont waste my time" Adam said and went from there.

The day of their college farewell party arrived, filled with nostalgia and excitement.
Also the turning point of Kiara's life.  Kiara, Aditi, Maria, and others dressed up for the occasion.

Kiara's stunning blue dress caught everyone's attention.

As the program unfolded, Kiara searched for Maria but couldn't find her.

She asked Aditi and Adam, but they were equally perplexed. Concerned, Kiara decided to check Veronica's room.

"Let me go and check in her room" She said.

As she walked through the corridor, she knocked on the door.

The door, slightly ajar, creaked as Kiara pushed it open.

The scene before her was horrifying. Siddharth was sexually assaulting Maria, who cried out for help. Kiara's world crumbled.

"Mariaaaa!!!" Kiara screamed.

Siddharth, startled he got up looking at Kiara and adjusted his clothes.

"It's not what you think, Kiara. I can explain." Siddharth stammered.

Kiara gave a tight slap on his face, making hum stumble on his on his place a bit.

Kiara's slap across his face echoed through the room.

And thats when the beast inside him woke up.  fueled by rage and humiliation.

He pushed Kiara making her fall on the bed. He hovered over her.

"Leave me Siddharth!!!" Kiara screamed while trying to push her.

"No darling, not now" He said and tried forcing her.

Tears flowed down through her eyes.

"Siddharth noooooo leave me for god's sake!!!!!!!!!" She cried aloud.

He kept his hand on her mouth, stoping her from screaming. So that no one hear her.

"Siddharth!!!!! Please leave me!!!!!!!!!" She cried.

He leaned closer to her trying to kiss her.

Just then she saw a rod lying in the corner of the room.

With her full body force she pushed that he ended up falling on the floor.

She ran towards the rod when he held her foot, and she stumbled.

She fell on the floor , the rod was just few inches away from her hand.
He lunged at Kiara, but she fought back.

Finally grabbing the rod. With all her might she stood up and struck him with the rod.

He fell, bleeding, and slowly fainted.

The rod in her hands fell on the floor and she too fell on her knees crying terribly.

Her blood ran cold when
something hit her mind and she moved towards Siddharth's fainted frame.

She checked his heart beat and breathing, and left out a relieved sigh, when she realized that he is just fainted and nothing more than that.

Kiara rushed to comfort Maria.

"Maria!" Kiara said and covered her with a blanket.

"K-k-Kiar-raa" Maria cried badly. Kiara hugged her, comforting her.

Kiara wanted to cry , but she couldn't because, Maria needed support and comfort.

Here in search of Kiara and Maria, Aditi entered inside the room and she became shock looking at all the mess , chaos in front of her eyes.

"Aditi!!!!" Kiara came running near Aditi and cried hugging her. Aditi was the only one who felt like home to Kiara in the unknown city.

"Kiara calm down, shant hoja baby. Kya hua mujhe bata ye sab kya hai?!" Aditi comforted her.

Kiara cried terribly.

"Shhhh Calm down Kiki baby, I am here for you...kya ha?" Aditi asked.

Kiara told her everything. Her tears and words tumbled out, recounting the horrific events. Aditi swiftly called the police.

After sometime the police arrived Kiara and Aditi told them everything and they arrested Siddharth who was still unconscious, and made him wear the handcuffs.

Siddharth, regaining consciousness, found himself surrounded by authorities. His menacing gaze locked onto Kiara.

"Tujhe kya lagta hai mujhe arrest karwake tu mujhse kitne time ke liye bach jayegi Kiara?" He smirked.

"I am going now, but I'll be back...... I'll ruin you, your life, I'll run every inch of you..I'LL RUIN YOU KIARA SHARMA!!"

Siddharth said laughing like a devil.

"Remember one thing, if Siddharth Ahluwalia likes something then even the whole universe cannot stop him from achieving that thing"

He said with an evil smirk on his face.

The shadows of London, once filled with laughter and friendship, now concealed darkness and fear.
Kiara's life would never be the same.

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"......and from that day, His thoughts haunts me. I thought that he forgot me but no he didn't. I felt unsafe, I felt helpless...." I cried, between my hiccups.

My voice cracked. "That day, the shadows of London transformed from warmth to darkness. I realized that sometimes, the people you trust can hide the deepest secrets."

My voice trembled as I  recounted my painful past to Shubman. Tears streamed down my face, and my body shook with each sob.

I had never shared my story with anyone before. only Aditi knows.  The emotions I had kept locked away for so long finally poured out.

As I finished speaking, I looked up at Shubman. My eyes were red and puffy.

I expected to see shock, pity, or even disgust, but instead, I saw compassion and empathy etched on his face.

Shubman's eyes welled up, and despite his efforts to control his emotions, a single tear drop fell from his eyes. He quickly wiped it away, .......but I had already seen it.

Why is he crying for me? 🥺

Without a word, Shubman opened his arms, and I fell into them, sobbing uncontrollably.

He held me close, consoling me, and comforting me. His warm embrace and gentle touch soothed my frazzled nerves.

"Meri jaan ne itna sab kaise seh liya?" Shubman whispered.  his voice cracking with emotion, and he nuzzled his face in my hairs.

My sobs intensified as I felt Shubman's tears fall onto my hair. He kissed my forehead, cheeks, and lips, comforting me with gentle, loving touches.

In that moment, I felt a deep connection with Shubman, a sense of safety and security I had never experienced before.

I know that I had found someone who truly cared for me someone who would stand by me through thick and thin.

"Itna sab kuch apne dil me kyu chupake rakha tumne?" He cupped my face.

"Mujhe bataya kyu nhi?, dont you trust me my love, hnn?" He kissed above my head.

This man.
He makes my feel whole zoo in my stomach.

He makes me feel safe, he makes me feel secure,....he's my Home.

"I am sorry Shubman. Mai India wapas aane ke baad Siddharth ko bilkul bhul chuki thi. Aur phir mai tumse mili...aur tumhare saath jab mai hoti hu tab mujhe tumhare alawa aur kuch yaad nhi rehta"  I said resting my head on his shoulder.

He chuckled a bit.

"But Shubman Siddharth is back , he said that th-that he'll r-r-ruin my lif-" I was saying when he stopped me, keeping his fingers on my lips.

"Kuch nhi hoga tumhe, mai tumhe kuch nhi hone dunga....This is my promise" He said and kissed my forehead. I hugged him more tightly.

"Ek baat kahun?" He said and I hummed in response.

"You're very brave my love" He said looking into my eyes.

"Really Shubman?" I asked.

"Yes baby, you faught for yourself.....you are very strong girl" He said smiling, I smiled "Thankyou Shubman".

"Meri Sherni" he said and kissed on my forehead once again.

"Tum gussa to nhi hona?" I asked.

"Gussa? Mai? Vo bhi tumse? aisa kyu ji?" He said chuckling.

"Maine tumse itni badi baat chupaayi" I said.

He smiled "pehle tha, ab nhi hu" He hugged me more tightly.

"Sorry" I said once more.

"Are its okay baba, and one more thing....promise me that you'll never hide anything from me" He said.

"I promise" I said smiling.

"Chalo lets eat and sleep, its already 8 o'clock" He said and I nodded.

We had our dinner together, he fed me with his own hands<3.

After telling my darkest secrets with Shubman, I felt an unshakeable sense of safety and security. It was as if I had finally found a refuge, a sanctuary where I could be myself without fear of judgment.

Shubman's compassionate eyes, his gentle touch, and his soothing words wrapped around me like a warm blanket, comforting me in ways I never thought possible. In that moment. Once again –he is my home ❤️

After having dinner, both of us fell in a deep slumber,  while cuddling to each other.

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