Akriti's Pov
"Her husband can take care of her" My heart sank to the floor on hearing the voice.
My mouth fell to the ground as I turned to look at Rishabh ji just behind us.
"Rishabh ji" A gasp escaped my lips.
My eyes widen in shock, my heart beating faster than the speed of light. It felt like I have been caught while committing some crime.
"Akriti let's go home" Rishabh ji said sternly and started walking.
Even though I was scared to go with him , I didn't have the courage to decline either.
I gulped nervously and followed him.
"I'll come after a while" Vaishali said to which I hummed even though she's far away.
Rishabh ji had stopped an autorickshaw and was already.
Okay calm down Akriti,you were only talking to Daksh and it's not like you called him to meet you, it's all happened coincidently, JUST CALM DOWN.
I told myself repeatedly that I didn't do anything wrong,but talking to my ex lover without my husband's knowledge felt wrong.
Rishabh ji didn't utter a single word which means he's definitely mad at me.
Once he reach home,he got down to pay the auto wale bhaiya.
Taking advantage of this I rushed inside our room and locked the door.
"Mujhse bhag rahi ho" I heard his deep voice.
(Are you running from me)
I turn around and he was sitting on our bed.
"Aap yaha...par...ye kaise hua?aap toh paise de rhe the" I blabbered.
(You here...but...how is this possible?you were paying for our ride)
"You don't walk as fast as you think Akriti" He buffed.
I nodded mindlessly, I was still waiting for his outburst but he was quietly staring at me.
"Kuch boliye na"I literally pleaded him.
(please say something)
I rather have him shout at me, fight with me instead of giving this silent treatment.
I couldn't bear not knowing what's going in his mind.
He exhaled a breath and stood up.
Slowly and steadily he walked towards me and stood just an inch apart.
I raised my eyes to look at him as he was taller.
What happened next,was something out of my expectations.
He wrapped his arms around me and pulled me in his embrace.
I was shocked but hugged him back.
His warmth gave me a comfort and a feeling of affection.
"I heard what the receptionist did and I'm really very sorry for that Akriti, I wouldn't have called you if I knew she will behave so badly with you" He whispered slowly.
Oh God, he's such a sweetheart.
I was expecting him to shout at me for talking to Daksh but here he was apologizing for the mistake he didn't do.
"Rishabh ji-" I went to protest but he hushed me.
"Nahi Akriti, ye meri galti hi hai. I'm sorry I can't give you the pride of being rich and comfort of the luxury, I'm really sorry Akriti. Please don't take Revati's words to your heart " He said and hugged me tightly.
" She spoke bullshit,you are not cheap Akriti. You're the Queen of my heart " He softly placed a kiss on my forehead.
Every day I get surprised from by this man.
How can a person be so understanding? so supporting? so accepting?
What did I do to deserve him as my husband.
"Rishabh ji please don't blame yourself for it,you know what let's just fotget whatever happened" I tried to comfort me.
"Why you chose to marry me Akriti? You could have married Daksh, he's rich and better than me" He said releasing me from the hug and grabbing my shoulders.
Wait-
He knows?
But Daksh
" You know about me and Daksh?" I asked him and he nodded.
"I heard your conversation with Ragini di about Daksh and trust me Akriti I'm not mad at you about it. People can fall it love, it's something beyond control. I just don't understand why me instead of him?" He questioned genuinely.
"Maybe it's all destiny. But Rishabh ji remember one thing whatever me and Daksh had was past but my present and future is you. I have accepted you as my husband but I'll need some time to accept you as my love connection but that doesn't mean I'll betray you by any means " I clarified to him.
It's true, there's definitely still a soft corner in my heart for Daksh but it's not love.
"I'm sorry I can't protect you the way he can, I can give you every facilities he can but I can assure you that all my love is for you, whenever you're ready" He said looking in my eyes and my heart stopped.
Is this a dream?
Does men like this exist?
"Only one thing Akriti. I don't have any problem with Daksh and you,well as long as he doesn't become problem for us I'm very understanding. But my mom will not understand these things so please try not to mention or bring Daksh in front of her" I pleaded and I nodded understandingly.
The rest of the day went smoothly.
Vaishali return and when she came to know that Rishabh ji had taken a day off at office she presented a list of food she wants him to cook.
After little banter,he agreed and started cooking while me and her chatted.
and
Life seemed so good with an understanding husband.
Short chapter but at least kuch toh hai.
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Have a lovely day peeps
All love,
-wanderer
