"I trust the signs
So I'll find my way
Back to you"

It was late in evening in the OM all of them were sitting together. But their was no sign of Abhay in the sight. Jhanvi was getting anxious for her son. She had already lost one son. She can't loose one more now.

"Ratna, call Abhay and Saumya downstairs" she order the house help

Nodding her head the women was about to go upstairs to call Abhay when they all saw Abhay rushing downstairs and bolting towards the main door and a confused Saumya coming down.

their was a wave of excitement among the house helps watching the ever serious Abhay run towards the door . The family couldn't understand what caused Abhay to behave like that until a  sweet voice ringed in the whole OM.

"Swagat Nhi Krogi Humara Saumya" a pleasantly surprised  Saumya glanced towards the door, along with the family to get the shock their life.

Ishana was standing their holding Shivaye's hand while a sad Anika followed holding Abhay's hand.

Saumya's eyes teared up watching shivika along with every other family member's. They all were rooted to their place not believing their eyes, not daring to bileve that their Ram was back.

"Pari" Shivaaye exclaimed in a voice bubbling with happiness as he rushed to Saumya and took her in a bone crushing hug.

Then he rushed to hug a still surprised Dadi, followed by Jhanvi as he embraced her calling in a childish voice " I missed you so much mom" a sob died down her throat as her heart crushed with guilt and worry as she held onto her Shiv tightly, afraid to let go, so afraid to blink, afraid that it all might be a beautiful illusion which will disappear as soon as she blinks.

Shivaaye slowly broke the hug and looked at her with sad innocent eyes as he whispered, gently wiping her tears " what happened mom, why are you crying, did anyone say anything to you, don't worry I'm back I'll always protect you"

Hearing the innocent naive promise, the sob finally break free of Jhanvi as she looked at her son and nodded in negative too broken to utter anything now.

Shiv's worried eyes landed on tear stricken Omru as he slowly approached them and embraced them in a warm love filled hug, repeating the same line he uttered to Jhanvi to them. His love for them was so innocent, so strong, so pure that it broke their heart beyond repair, guilt crushed their souls. They were ready for Shivaye's anger, hatered, resentment but not unconditional love, not this much love. They were speechless too lost to convey out their feelings and beg for his forgiveness. And looked like they didn't have to say anything as a love filled voice called for Shivaaye.

" Shivu, they missed you so they are crying, you missed them too right" Ishana told Shivaaye her tone soft as she stood at distance from them

"Oh, but I'm back now and I'm not going anywhere. So, please don't cry na I cant watch you guys unhappy." He asked his voice soft as he looked at them pouting

The family was too puzzled by shivaye's behaviour but happy that he is back. Jhanvi was about to go and embrace Shivaye again when Ishana called for him.

" Shivu go to your room, take the meds and rest" she told him checking the time

" but Ishu partner, I want to stay with Omru ....." he whined cutely

" I know sweetheart but remember what doc uncle told you. You should rest today. I promise tomorrow I won't stop you" Ishana told him firmly her eyes soft as she looked at the boy her sister loved.

"Ishu partner......" Shiv whined giving her his best puppy face

" Shivu, I promised and have I ever backed out of my promise. I promised you I'll take you to Omru and I did right. So, be a good boy and listen to me" she said sternly yet lovingly

"Okay" stating so Shivaye moved towards Anika whom Ishana motioned to go with Shivaye as Abhay escorted them to the room he specially prepared for them.

After few minutes of departure of shivika and Abhay from the hall. Om questioned the girl who once harboured a huge crush on him.

" what happened to him??" He questioned her, his eyes pool of sorrows and horrows

" as if you care" Ishana replied back in disbelief and mocking him

" he is my brother" Om stated deadly calm, this girl always managed to get on his nerves without even doing anything

" he was your brother" she drawled

"ISHANA" rikara shouted together

" don't shout my name, shouting my name doesn't change anything that day you clearly stated you don't have any relation with you. So,he isn't your brother anymore" she shouted back, the anger locked inside her finally found a way out.

" what did you do with him???" Rudra questioned her his voice full of accusation

"I did nothing,guess what the great SSO couldn't bear the shock of watching his family turn their backs on him and his mind went back to the age, it felt the most protected to protect Shivaaye. He is a mere child of 5 yr right now" Ishana's voice was dripping sarcasm as she stated so.

"No" every single of them gasped out horror stricken

"He doesn't know Gauri or Bhavya and don't question him about anything. For once let him enjoy his childhood and happiness." Ishana warned them her eyes spitting fire

" you say it like we don't want the same" Om stated his voice hollow

" Yes, cause you didn't give me a single reason to believe otherwise" Ishana retorted

" I know we were wrong, you don't need to rub it on our face every fucking second. That moment what else do you think I would do watching my brother with the gun and my father lying on the floor, blood oozing out of his chest." Om shouted frustrated

" you know where you were wrong, you weren't wrong on calling the cops your mistake was not trying to find the truth. You mistake was believing what you saw and not once try to search the truth. No matter how many times my sister begged you guys to help her find the truth, to help prove Shivaye's innocence but no you did nothing. You just broke your relation with her because she was trying to help her best friend, her love. You hurt my sister that's what you did wrong and I'm not ever letting that go." Ishana blazed

"She is my sister too." Gauri whispered out

" and don't think this arrangement is permanent. We will leave as soon as Shivaye retains his memories."  Ignoring Gauri's statement she added

Various protest on her statement reached her, Omru and Gauri's being the loudest.

"I think Shivaye will himself leave and so will Anika di as soon as he gets well." Ishana added lazily as everyone glared at her.

"She won't, my di won't leave me" Gauri stated fiercely glaring at Ishana.

"She will and she was your di, you have  already chosen your side" Ishana stated mockingly

"She is my di and she won't leave" Gauri stated angrily

"I will" a calm voice broke Gauri's bubble as Anika came downstairs in a regal manner standing behind Ishana as she looked at Gauri.

"But di, I know I was wrong, I shouldnt have blamed you. I was wrong I wasn't thinking pls don't go. I'm really sorry I should have helped you supported you but I didn't. I was insecure and thought I was right. I'm sorry pls don't leave me di" Gauri begged Anika her voice filled with raw emotions

" Gauri, Gauri listen I can't ever be angry with you, I will always forgive you after all you were my first child. I raised you, I can't ever be angry on you.  My heart won't allow it" as Anika stated so Ishana looked down trying to hide the sorrow, pain and tears in her eyes while Gauri's eyes lit with happiness

" but I can't stay. You've chosen your family and I did mine. I can't live without them and they won't stay here. So, I can't stay here. I can't let them down again." Anika stated calmly while Gauri looked at her with disbelief filled eyes and so did Ishana. Anika could never see Gauri in tears she did everything to make her happy. She couldnt believe her Anika di took her side while Anika passed Ishana a reassuring smile, silently stating she was with her till the end of line.

That night the OM was really silent and sorrowful for the first time Gauri was truly nursing the lose of her elder sister and motherly figure. For the first time she realized how far gone her sister really was this time. Their relationship will never be the same as the thread of their relationship has broken due to mistrust and lack of belief in her sister.

Jhanvi sat beside Shivaye's medicine induced sleeping form gently singing lullabies to his sleeping form as her hands moved through his hairs, caressing his soft hairs and tears leaked her eyes watching his condition. This was her son who couldn't watch a single tear out of her eyes and she had unknowingly gifted him uncountable tears.

Omru slept hugging Shivaaye, silent tears leaking of their eyes. As they begged for his forgiveness and promised him they won't ever let him go in their hearts. They will not leave him ever. They will always be their for him. They saw as their mother slowly fell asleep but her Hands were still on Shivaye. She just couldn't let go of her child. Omru slept holding his hands with hearts full of grief.

And for the first time in months Abhay slept peacefully in Saumya's arms knowing his brother, his hero was back. He was near him. He slept peacefully hoping for his brothers full recovery and Saumya also slept peacefully watching Abhay relax, letting go of his worries.

Anika sat on the pool side with Ishana reminiscing her fond memories with Shivaaye. And telling Ishana about their childhood moments and the trouble Shivaaye attracted. Ishana laughed along with Anika freely and as she watched Anika's face fell a little remembering their current situation.

"Di, I'm with you till the end. We will make sure your tadibaaz SSO returns to you promise. I'll be their with you till the end" Ishana promised Anika trying to cheer her up.

" Why do you love me so much, Ishu, you have a life. Why don't you say yes to Swayam he loves you a lot. Why don't you start again." Anika questioned her sister

" and didn't you do the same for us in the childhood di, you took care of us and as I said I'll only marry when you and Shivaaye jiju will do my kanyadan together. I'll be with you di, I won't leave you alone in this journey." Ishana stated seriously looking at Anika.

Anika's heart filled with love at this girl's unconditional love for her. She was their for her when no one was. She was the girl who on her one word arranged the best lawyers for Shivaye. she was the one who searched the truth behind the scene that it wasn't Shivaaye who shot Tej. It was all framed. The bullet didn't escaped Shivaaye's gun but someone else shot Tej and framed Shivaaye. She was the one who made sure Shivaaye was proved innocent. She was the one who consoled her when she broke down watching Shivaaye's pathetic condition. She was the one who arranged the best treatement for Shivaaye. She was the one who looked after her when she was unable to do so looking after Shivaye. She was always their for her, always sacrificing her everything for her.

"Pagal" fondly saying so she pulled her in a tight hug.

"Your pagal, di" she stated cheekily

"Sisters forever" she repeated her mantra

" Family comes first, forever and always." Ishana stated happily as Anika looked at her. no, she wont let her sister  suffer the same fate as her Shivaye. she will be always their for her sister. she wont leave her as Omru left Shivaaye and Gauri left her. She will be their for her chosen family. She won't ever let them become estranged. their are already so many estranged relations in her life. She can't add more to it. They will be a family forever and always.

A moment of misunderstanding can destroy any beautiful relation.
Relations are precious, treasure them.
Don't ever loose your loved ones due to a mere misunderstanding as a broken relation can be repaired but the bonding won't be same never again.
Love is important, value all forms of love as each is a gift to us.