What! How did you-
The words stuck in his mouth.

I even helped you with your Chief guy's disappearance. Hanan uttered and in that one moment, Minhaaj could tell that he was telling truth.

Everything is now in front of him. The puzzle pieces started to fit right where they belong to.

All his blood shoots from toe to head. The rapists were right in front of his sight and still, he couldn't punish them.

He took a deep breath to control the urge of killing Asad right there and sat to the opposite of Hanan.

Minhaaj was ready to listen but many questions were popping up in his mind.

Good that now we both are on the same page let me tell you what should-

Wait! I have many things to ask from you but right now I just need you to answer only 3 questions. Minhaaj said.

Okay! Go ahead. Ask whatever you want. Hanan replied with a smile.

Why did you change your identity and why are you working with Asad when you know that he is the rapist? Second, do you know Nadir's whereabouts? Because of the way you spewed out Nadir's name it felt like he already got what he deserved. Third, I don't believe in your sacred love for my sister but I got your concern about her. One thing I'm curious to know about is that she is dead in papers. How did you know that she is alive? And how do you know Mah Laaj? Minhaaj didn't lose his composure.

One side of Hanan's lip went up and a smirk appeared.

The answer to your first question is that I'm not obliged to tell you everything as I have many secrets that could hurt you in many ways so it's better to be not spoken. And about Nadir, he is where he deserves. I can assure you he is living his best life. Minhaaj could hear the sarcasm in his tone.

And what was the last question? Oh, Yes! That is, how I know your sister is alive. So let me tell you I was the one who brought your Tai Jaan to the hospital after the accident. Hania ran away from the house so that your filthy uncle won't ask your Tai Jaan and you to leave the house. She heard all the conversation between your Dadi Jaan and Chachu. They were ready to throw your Tai Jaan, you, and your beloved sister out because Hania got raped. Even though she was the one who got hurt the most but seeing her mother in pain made her lose her mind. Ask your uncle, was it worth it? Will he take all that wealth to his grave? Didn't his heart shiver just by getting the idea to kill his brother and his wife? Hanan replied like a wounded beast.

With each word, you could feel the frustration, the helplessness, and the pain in his tone.

Minhaaj couldn't understand a word that Hanan was saying.

So his Taya didn't die because of a heart attack and what happened to Tai Jaan was all his Chachu fault. Everything was getting difficult to digest.

He knew that someone from their relatives was involved but he didn't know it was none other than his Chachu.

Even though you don't believe me but I truly love your sister. After Mah Laaj, Hania is the one whom I love like crazy. Hanan told him all the secrets but kept some that could hurt Minhaaj.

Wha... Mah Laaj! He came out of his trance.

What do you mean you love Mah Laaj? He only heard what he needed to hear.

A weary smile broke on Hanan's lips.

You're exactly how Mah Laaj told me. A dimwit! Why do you think I love her? She is my lifeline. My one and only. My lil sister. I'm his Lala you Idiot. Didn't she tell you about me?

The eyes were started to be filled with tears but to hold them back he gazed towards the sidewall.

Minhaaj was in utter shock. He never thought he would be this clueless. Everyone was so near to him yet he was the one with a blindfold.

He stood up abruptly and went outside. Umar was waiting out in front of the door. When he saw Minhaaj gasping for air and was running wildly he went after him. He also called Ali to keep the anonymous guests in their respective seats as will be he coming to interrogate them later.

Hanan was surprised by the strange behavior of Minhaaj. He knew these secrets would blow his mind but wasn't Minhaaj was prepared for it.

Hanan was giving him clues all this time by being in darkness and yet he was still so clueless which certainly shocked him.

Hanan stood up to go after him but he saw Ali coming inside. As Hanan couldn't trust anyone regarding his identity he instantly covered his face with the shawl.

Our dear guest! Where are you going? Sit! Sit! Let's chat a lil until our captain comes back. Or should I order some coffee to let you guys feel awakened? Hanan could hear the sarcasm behind Ali's sweetness.

He changed the tone of his voice immediately and answered him in a deep husky voice.

No thanks! I'm good. Tell Mr. Minhaaj Sikander if he would like to work with me then just call me. I'm sure he knows my phone number. Hanan stood up and ambled towards the door along with Khan Lala.

Ali grabbed his hand and pushed him back to his chair. Khan Lala was about to pull out his gun but Hanan tugged back the hand of Khan Lala from which he was holding the gun and told him not to be fierce with his eye gesture.

You know I love manners. So when I said sit down it means Sit Down. Ali warned them. So they have to wait till Minhaaj gets his head straight.
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Minhaaj was running away as he couldn't believe what he just heard. He was getting panic attacks.

These attacks were becoming extreme as the mysteries opened.

To calm himself down he went out for fresh air as in the investigation room he felt someone suck out all his air.

He never, in his life, thought that his Chachu would be behind his Taya and Tai Jaan's death. He foolishly thought that it was an accident.
The tears were cascading down without letting him know.

I'm such a fool. How could I let this happen to my family? How!!!!!!! He slit back his hairs in frustration and punched the wall.

His knuckles started bleeding but the pain he was feeling was enormous. He got betrayed by his own family.

Just for some money how could someone take the life of their loved one. He felt broken.

All the culprits of his family were so near and were breathing freely. Minhaaj wanted to kill all those people right there.

His eyes started to turn red as he was looking at the dark black sky which was shining as nothing happened without blinking.

He suddenly remembers what his Taya use to say to him.

You're the one who will protect this family after me, so be strong. You can't let tears come to Hania's eyes after I'm gone. You have to protect her like you stood up for your friend today. What's her name? Ahh! Yes! Mah Laaj.

But Taya Abu she is not my friend. I don't like her. Minhaaj replied with detested voice.

Then why did you save her? His Taya Abu knew that Minhaaj never show his weakness to anyone and that's why he acted cold-hearted toward people but from the heart, he is a nice kid.

B-Because..... He couldn't think why he always protects her.

Let me tell you when there is someone precious to you in trouble you ought to protect them. Your body moves without letting your mind know. You just rush to save that one person without thinking about the consequences. His Taya said something so deep that it was difficult for a 10-year-old boy to understand.

Seeing his confused face his Taya Abu chuckled.

You will understand this when you grow up. He patted his head and kissed his forehead.

Minhaaj blinked and came back from the trance when he heard Umar's voice.

Black Dog! Are you alright? Umar called his name as Minhaaj was standing still.

Minhaaj, from the back of his hand, wiped the tears from his face in hurry and looked at him with furrowed eyebrows.

Yes! I am. He needs 15 seconds to get back to his normal state.

That's... That's good. Hearing a normal answer from Minhaaj made Umar to took a step back.

Black dog, those anonymous guys are still in the investigation room. Did you get any intel on how he knew about our hidden base? Umar changed the topic after seeing the red eyes of Minhaaj.

Great! We will be working with them on this project. They have strong evidence regarding Asad and Dildar Khan. Let's go inside and share our plan with them. Minhaaj replied with a calm expression.

He didn't want to discuss his messed-up family with anyone.

Umar also didn't want to put pressure on him so he just nodded.

After this, both went inside where Ali was throwing daggers from his eyes towards Hanan and Khan Lala.

Minhaaj patted Ali's shoulder and told him to settle a place where they could hold a meeting with them.

After Umar and Ali left Minhaaj spoke up.

Where will you send Hania Api and Mah Laaj? You must have a plan. Care to share. Minhaaj uttered calmly although everything was messed up inside of him.

They will be going to Turkey but to different cities, of course. We can't keep them up in the same place. Asad and Dildar are very sharp. Dadi Jaan would be staying with Hania as she knows more about her condition whereas about Mah Laaj she would be staying with Khan Lala and with of one your teammate. I prefer Izza would be best. Hanan shared his plan.

I got all your plan but one thing I didn't understand why did you need to marry Hania Api as I can forge all the documents. Minhaaj asked.

Because she would be living in the Minister's penthouse of Turkey as my wife. I think that would be the safest place for her. I talked to my agent this morning he said that I could only bring my wife as they would check all the documents. Now I can't make my sister my wife, right, so it's natural, I would bring someone else. Hania and I would do a paper marriage and in this way, she could live there peacefully for 6 months. And about Mah Laaj she would be living in the central Anatolian region of Turkey. Both are two different regions so that would make them safe. Hanan told all his plans which make sense now to him.

Okay, let's do it. But first, for mutual understanding, you will tell me the whereabouts of Nadir. Minhaaj proposed a deal as he knew Hanan know every detail of the Minhaaj squad so to build up the trust he wanted to check if this was all trap or not for a fact check only.

After contemplating for a while he finally gave the address of the hospital but he warned Minhaaj not to hurt his daughter as whatever happened to Hania that lil girl was not at fault. Minhaaj also assured him he won't stoop low like those bastards.

After that, they went to the meeting room. As Minhaaj told him that he could trust his team Hanan finally showed his face to them.

Umar and Saad was the one who were shocked to their core as they remembered that this very guy standing in front of them is Hanan. The suspect of Hania's rape case.

Hanan introduced himself by his real name and told them all about Joseph Casso's arrival. He also told them about some hideouts of Dildar Khan.

He said that this time Asad would be buying 600 tons of Ice drugs and wanted to sell them in schools now.

In no time our youth will be dying on roads if we didn't stop him right now.

Everyone in the room clenched their fists in anger.

We won't let that happen. Saad growled and everyone nodded.

Now that we know their plan we could adjust our plan too Black dog. Izza said cheerfully.

It's not easy as you think. Even you guys know the plan the danger is still out there. If they get any info that the special agents of the Pakistan army knows their plan they won't take a second to relocate. Hanan told them to beware.

Everyone gave him a don't-teach-us-how-to-do-our-work look to him and went to do their job.

Minhaaj gave him a nervous apologetic smile for his team behavior.

To be continued...

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