Sidharth's work was not hampered as he was known by the name Arthur. Hence he went to his work. Police had seized Akhilesh and Bundela's property hence Naina and Reema were to stay at Rudhra's house until people's anger subsides.

Rudhra and Shehnaaz return home after their busy day at work. Rudhra went to his room where Naina sat depressed.

Rudhra: Naina, I hope by now you would be made aware of my work by Sidharth.

Naina: You ain't the same person I loved Rudhra, where does this take us in our relationship now? Am I also just a part of your acting?

Rudhra: Not at all Naina. I intend to be untouched by anything which happened with your father. If you think I am wrong then you have all the right to decide on what you want to do about this relationship.

Naina: I know you weren't wrong but I need sometime to think.

Rudhra: Sure! Take your time to think about future but not to cry over the past.
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Shehnaaz's task was more challenging than Rudhra. Reema had always blindly followed Akhilesh. For her there was no life outside Akhilesh, she didn't take stand for her own children against his instruction or orders. Now all of a sudden, he wasn't there.

Though she knew what was right and what was wrong she found it extremely difficult to accept the truth. Truth that her husband was wrong. This was obvious as she was habituated to follow his orders since 35 years and habits die hard.

Shehnaaz went near her but Reema turned around her face.

Shehnaaz: Amma, I know I have cheated and married your son. I had entered into the house with an intention to get the justice for all the crime. I felt sharp piercing pain every minute I stayed in that house and everytime I saw Babuji's face, as it reminded me of him murdering my parents, making us orphan and giving us a painful life. The only two people I had been genuinely loved was you and Sidharth. I know it's difficult to accept things for you right now but all I request you is to make your effort to understand us.

Reema chose to keep quiet. Shehnaaz was hurt. She knew that Reema would take time to understand things but didn't know how much time though.
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Sidharth returned home, there was an injury and blood on his forehead. Shehnaaz and Reema panicked as they rushed to him.

Reema: What happened Sidharth?

Sidharth: Nothing, I tripped off and fell.

Shehnaaz: (observed him) Why are you lying Sidharth? I know that this isn't from falling. Tell me how did this happen?

Sidharth: It's felicitation for being Akhilesh Mathur's son.

Reema: What are you talking about, Sidharth? (She scolded)

Shehnaaz got the first aid but Reema pulled it from her hand and started cleaning his wound.

Sidharth: Yes Amma. Someone recognised me while I halted my car in traffic for few seconds, he picked up a stone and aimed at me. I drove off quickly because I realised if I stopped, there would have been a mob of people who wouldn't hesitate to lynch me as well.

Reema: All thanks to your wife. (Giving cold stare at Shehnaaz)

Shehnaaz was shocked yet she didn't back answer.

Sidharth: What? What's her fault in this Amma? If I tell you in detail what all Babuji has done in his life, you will hate him yourself. I have witnessed many things from my own eyes.

Reema: I don't want to hear anything. I can't stay in this house Sidharth. I want to go away from here.

Shehnaaz: But, it isn't safe for you to go out. You have to wait for few days until people cool down.

Reema ignored her words totally.

Sidharth: Amma, Shehnaaz is right. You've seen my condition right? Let's not risk our life. It's just a matter of few days.
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Reema denied to eat the food cooked by Shehnaaz. Sidharth asked her to cook for herself and that he would pay for grocery to Rudhra. Shehnaaz was upset but she asked Sidharth to be with Reema. Sidharth was in dilemma, yet he agreed to be with Reema since Shehnaaz was brave and she understood things better than Reema. Shehnaaz was sitting alone in her room when Rudhra goes and sits near her.

Rudhra: Doll, I have been noticing whatever is happening since the time we've arrived from office. They showered their love on us until we were disguised and faked. And now when we are being real, they are pushing us far. What an irony that people like fake over real.

Shehnaaz places her head on his lap and he pats her head.

Shehnaaz: Bhaiyya, we need to understand as well. It was a sudden change, they weren't even given a slightest of clue of this situation. We did our duty but we've hurt their sentiments. To restore the same affection and trust it will take some time.

Rudhra: You are right. Naina also wanted some time to think over.

Shehnaaz: Don't worry bhaiyya. I am lucky that Sidharth understood the situation and accepted me. It would have been more heartbreaking if even he had ignored me. Naina bhabhi will also understand soon. You just be with her.

Rudhra: What about you my Bachcha?

Shehnaaz: I am fine bhaiyya, Amma needs Sidharth more at this time.

Rudhra: I'll ask Naina to sleep with you.

Shehnaaz: Don't do that mistake bhaiyya. The more you stay close to her, the more she will understand. Sidharth already is supportive and I know he will not leave me. These are just testing time.

Rudhra sits with her for someone until she falls asleep on his lap. He slowly places her head on pillow and pulls a blanket over her and goes to his room.
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At midnight, Sidharth sneakily comes into her room as he learns that Reema was asleep. He lies beside Shehnaaz and slips into her blanket. She hugs him tightly in her sleep. He smiles and places a soft kiss on her forehead before he falls asleep.

At the break of the dawn, Shehnaaz was surprised to wake up and find herself lying on his arms. She thinks of waking him up first but she was awestruck looking at him. He was sleeping like an innocent baby. She cuddles him and decides to sleep for some time in his embrace.

They didn't realise the time until her phone start's ringing at 9am.

Shehnaaz: Hello

Vikram: Hi Shehnaaz, are you still sleeping it's 9 a.m.?

Shehnaaz: Oh man!

Vikram: Nevermind, you deserve a good rest, anyway it's an off today.

Shehnaaz: Yeah! Then why the hell did you call me idiot?

Vikram: We decided to have a small celebration of our success in the evening. So called to invite you, yo yo.

She looked at Sidharth who was sleeping and stroked his hair with love.

Shehnaaz: I think I will pass!

Vikram: What for? You have to come. I know how badly you wanted to accomplish this mission since the time of training. And tell Rudhra as well. (He disconnects before she could say something.)

Shehnaaz: (murmurs) Oh hell!! I wanted this to happen my whole life and now when it happened, I don't know if I should be happy or sad.

She stops stroking his hair.

Sidharth: (wakes up) who are you talking to sweetheart?

Shehnaaz: To myself!

Sidharth: What's the need when my ears are all yours.

Shehnaaz: Somethings are not even meant for my ears.

Sidharth gave her a confused look.

Shehnaaz: When and why did you come here?

Sidharth: Do I need an occasion and reason to come to my wife's room?

Shehnaaz: No, but you were supposed to be with Amma. Go back now. I hope she isn't angry.

Sidharth: Oh God! I don't know everything will be sorted between you and Amma. First, Babuji wanted to keep us away and now we have to stay away because of Amma.

Shehnaaz: Just few days darling. Once she starts accepting the reality. She will accept me as well.

Sidharth: Hmm.. okay, give me a kiss before I go.

Shehnaaz: Go and brush your teeth first. It stinks!

Sidharth: What do you think? You smell like lavender? I am also ready to adjust right? What's your problem?

Shehnaaz: (frowns) Huh? Did I ask you to adjust or for a kiss?

Sidharth: Don't waste my time sweetheart. You can't afford to pacify two annoyed people at the same time.

Shehnaaz: This is blackmailing now!

Sidharth: I call it love. If that's what it means in your dictionary than I have no problem. Now tell me what do you wish to choose?

Shehnaaz huff's, makes a pouty face, holds her nose and gives him quick peck.

Sidharth: What was that? Is that what you call a kiss?

Shehnaaz: (Fake cries and folds her hands) Please Sidharth.

Sidharth: No!!

Shehnaaz: Please (puppy face)

Sidharth: Fine! I am going. (Stomps out of the room frowning)

Shehnaaz looks at him go outside.
Oh God! He got angry now. No worries I know that he can't stay away from me even for a minute. He will come back soon.

She smiles and sets her bed properly. Sidharth comes back to room.

Shehnaaz: There you go! You are back. (Laughs)

Sidharth: Shehnaaz, Amma isn't there in her room. I searched everywhere but she isn't here. (Panics)

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To be continued.. ❤️❤️