Heylo guys,
I am so sorry for not updating all this while. I am hell confused living this quarantine life, I don't even know what I am doing... Sometimes I am into cooking, reading, and writing. And sometimes roaming here and there inside my home without any reason or even sleeping... I just hope things get back under control soon. Till then let's support each other... Hope that we will live our life realizing the importance of coexistence!
Not blabbering anymore, here is the next Part...
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Arjun stood there holding Mohini in his arms. He stared at her tender face. Those two light brown orbs that convey thousand tales, her long nose that would twitch whenever she smiles, her tender lips that he was always fond of... It is all the same. He can never go wrong with an assumption. It is all for real.

His hands were wrapped around her in a tender hug involuntarily and placed his chin on her head lovingly.
A sudden realization hit him and he snapped open his eyes. There is something he needs to take care of Dhruv! His doorway towards AJ/Mr. X!

Gently, he settled her on the bed and went back to Dhruv who was lying on the floor unconscious. He cuffed his hands and sealed his mouth.

One look at his face and Arjun found his blood boiling in anger. How dare he eyes his wife? Or was she really? He didn't care at that moment. It was his wife's face anyways. Herself or her replica, whatever!

He went to the door and signaled one of the ladies who were waiting to let Radha and Ratnamma know about the status. Soon after, he found both the ladies at his doorstep.

Radha went to Mohini's side immediately finding her lying down on bed unconscious. Arjun saw her questioning eyes and as a reply informed that she is scared. It's just that she got scared seeing Dhruv's condition and nothing to worry about. Ratnamma, as expected, plastered a smile as it all went well according to their plan and she was waiting for the payback.

Arjun understood her motive and asked her to check with Zoya regarding the payment. He was hell angry about doing something like this. Cursing his fate, he thanked her for the cooperation. Ratnamma left them as she was only concerned about the money she was about to receive.

Arjun looked at Radha who was caressing Mohini's hair. He could sense a motherly feeling from her towards Mohini. Radha sensed his gaze upon her and saw him looking at them with a small smile.

"Thank You, Sir ! For saving my daughter from this evil." She pointed at Dhruv.

"No need to thank me Radha Garu. Even if you dint ask me, I would have done the same." He replied and said the last words in a mere whisper.

She could only smile and admire him for his goodness. It was a rare thing for her to see a man like him. Because most of the men she met in her life were full of lust. Only lust! But, He was different. She was about to remind him of rescuing the young girls. Before she could do that, he spoke.

"I remember what you said. And sorry I am not just considering young girls. Instead, all of you would be coming with our team." Radha looked at him with eyes wide open. She never thought about going away from this place. Never dreamt of another life.

Arjun understood her thoughts.
"You asked me to consider your words as a mother's request right? I did that. And a son would never want his mother to be in such a place. Moreover, the young girls you mentioned must be less exposed to the outside world. They need someone to guide on. And I feel you will be capable to do that. As a Mother or a guardian, you will be with them. And Ratnamma, I know how to deal with her. Radha Garu, you please decide who all will be coming with you. The rest of them will be shifted to another place. Zoya will explain to you in detail the plan. Right now, I need to deal with this devil." He pointed at Dhruv.

"And Yeah! Err ... Please take care of Mohini. She must have been scared. I am sorry for putting her in this situation." He apologized genuinely and took Dhruv along with him. Ashok, David, and Zoya by then have taken Dhruv's men into custody.

Finally, their plan was executed without any fail.

"Arjun... How's Mohini. Is she okay?" Zoya rushed to him. She wouldn't have asked this if it was her Dear friend: Vaidehi. But Mohini is different, pretty much naive. She was tensed about her. Arjun nodded in Yes.

"She is Okay. Did her part well in front of that bas***. He is a filthy animal. He dared to touch her and I just couldn't tolerate it. So he got to know the taste of the medicine for his action." They saw him clenching his fists.

"And her... I guess she got scared by witnessing the stunt and she fell unconscious. But it's ok. Radha Garu is with her. I have asked her to get ready with those who are accompanying her. Zoya, you please explain in detail to her okay?"

***

Zoya rushed to Mohini's room and saw her hugging Radha. She went near her and Mohini broke down. Zoya engulfed her in a hug. And somehow she felt relieved.

"We are sorry Mohini... We are extremely sorry for dragging you in this mess. We had no other choice. And Thank You. Dhruv and his men are under our custody." Zoya's words were genuine.

Mohini passed a small smile. She got a friendly vibe from this lady officer. Zoya turned to Radha who watched the scene.

"Ermm... Radha Garu, so I am here to explain the remaining plan. We know that this place is illegal and that Ratnamma has connections with many high profile people for running this without any hindrance. But that lady must pay for all the sins. It's not just out of fear, she agreed for this act. She demanded a whole sum for this. And that is where she is going to get trapped." Radha was kind of tensed which Zoya sensed.

"Ashok will take care of that part. I and David will be with you. Radha Garu, please be ready with your people. Make sure that they are trustworthy. And don't worry. You don't have to be tensed at any cost. It's Arjun who has promised to rescue you. He will do that by any means. We have arranged a temporary stay for you all. Depending upon the other factors you will be transferred from there. It will be safe. You can count upon me." Zoya assured.

Mohini and Radha smiled at each other. Radha went out to bring those who she thought to be trustworthy. Zoya turned to Mohini to read her emotions.

"Mohini... You can trust and consider me as a good friend. Your mother is a good lady. We understood that from her genuineness. And you too. Thanks a ton for helping us with this. And we will help you guys to overcome the problems you have faced here."

"Thank you ... Mm" Mohini paused.

"Zoya... Or Zoe. You can call me that." She told Mohini sensing her discomfort in addressing her. And she smiled in return.

"Zoya... Zoe. Thanks, Zoe."

For a moment, Zoya almost felt it her as Vaidehi. If only she could express how much she misses her dear friend. Now the same face is in front of her in another form.

"I hope Arjun was a good boy this time." She tried to know what happened inside. And saw Mohini's face changing colors. She tried to decipher it. There was hurt, anger, guilt, shyness, and finally fear.

Zoya gave her time to hear it from her mouth itself.

"Yes. He... He was good. That man... He tried to touch me. And then your friend came, covered his face with a cloth, and punched him until he fell unconscious. He... He saved me from that devil's clutches. Else..." Mohini sobbed and didn't meet her eyes. But her face showed her emotions. She was thankful to him.

Zoya just smiled. She only expected this from him. "I told you. Arjun wouldn't bring any harm to you. He is a good man."

"I know... I mean I understand! I don't know why. But He was different that day that caused the misunderstanding I am sorry for that." She was genuinely sorry.

Zoya placed her hands on hers.
"He hasn't done anything wrong. Anyone would have reacted like him. I know whatever I am saying won't make any sense to you. But trust me; you will realize its meaning soon." Mohini could only nod at her.

Though she didn't understand anything, she nodded. Because right now, escaping from this place was her priority.

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Ashok was with Ratnamma. He gave her half of the amount that she demanded. She was informed that the Rest of the amount has to be paid in front of their Team Lead. And hesitantly with no other way, she went with Ashok accompanied by her helper Mani. He was someone who stands as her shadow helping her for everything. Soon they reached a place where there was a team of Police was all ready to catch them. Ratnamma and Mani were arrested for various offenses.

It isn't an easy task to arrest her as she has connections with high-class people. But since, the deal was with RAW, and they were charged with non- bail able offenses, they couldn't do anything against it at the moment. Once before someone gets involved in favor of them, Radha and others would be transferred into a safe place as decided. Soon, Arjun was updated about Ratnamma.

Arjun's plan was to move them to a far place for the time being. Once upon reaching, they will be under the protection of a special team as Radhamma's connections were powerful. Also, He wanted to make sure there isn't anyone in the team who is an ally of Ratnamma and would betray them. They needed a few days' time to realize it. Once this is fixed, He will move them to a place taken care of by an NGO where they would help them to build their future by educating or get a job.

Arjun informed this to Radha by himself. And Mohini's eyes never left him. She was studying his expressions and words all the while. Arjun was aware of her gaze. Yet he tried to remain calm pretending to be unaffected by it. Though his mind was distracting him to enquire more details about her, he chose to stay quiet.

At the moment, it wouldn't be the right thing, he knew. Especially when Radha has a special soft corner for her, there are chances that she would misunderstand his actions. He never wanted that.

Radha along with Mohini and other ladies were in an ambiguous state. Sort of mixed feelings. Oblivious to what the future holds for them.

It was time to start the journey to a new life. Arjun tried not to show any emotions in his face. He was confused. He certainly didn't want to part with her by being clueless about the truth. This state was truly a mess. And he was left with no other options: Only a pool of confusion and inner turmoil.

Zoya understood his plight and assured him to make everything alright. It wasn't an easy task to extract the truth from them. If at all there is anything that is hidden from them. In order to do that, they need time and a favorable situation as well.

He saw Radha's eyes filled with tears. Before getting inside the vehicle arranged for them, Radha went near Arjun.

"Saab, I don't know how to thank you. It all seems to be a far-fetched dream that came true all of a sudden. And my heart still refuses to believe it as a reality. All of us will be indebted to you and your team for this: Giving us a new life. You are in God's place for us right now. Thank You... That's all I can say." And she joined her palms in gratitude.

Arjun immediately held her shoulders. "Oh, No. Don't say like this. You do deserve a good life away from all the negativities. Enough of all the mental and physical tortures you have faced until now. It's time to forget all those. That phase is over. Please only think about the happiness and good future that awaits all of you. And one more thing... A mother need not thank her son. Right?? It's his duty to keep her happy, hale, and healthy. So be happy Radha Ma... Please consider me... I mean all of us as your children. Your genuine heart only deserves all the good things in life. So stay strong. I will definitely meet you guys once you reach Hyderabad." He smiled genuinely and Radha could only nod her head. She was in tears when he addressed her as Radha Ma. But she was happy... in all sense.

Zoya and David watched with a smile on their lips. They appreciated the efforts and genuineness of their dear friend. He was smiling in front of the world even while burning inside.

Arjun watched them heading towards a new life leaving him in a pool of unanswered questions that cost his existence itself. His eyes frantically searched for one face oblivious to the truth that a pair of eyes was already fixed on his.

A lone tear escaped her eyes while she recollected his words to Radha.

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No proofreading! Please ignore grammar and spelling mistakes... Hope you liked this chapter...
I sincerely wanted to update faster but not getting that trigger to write in a flow! Anyways please let me know your takes on this...

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- Apz ♥️