《The Tales of love- I》35.5:"The lack of empathy".
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She looks around to find her phone which she remembers that she must have left at the show but then her manager came with a bag with him so she leaps towards the bag ripping it and taking her phone out.
"Remember my number and call me at once if you need me, ok?".
She remembers how his voice held softness yet desperation and she didn't even think twice before punching in his number dialling it with the voice outside her door still going on. She held onto Hanan's hand desperately hoping he answers his call and after a few rings when she lost hope, he answered.
"Hello?". His voice rings through her soul calming her down a little
"S-Shayaan". She said stuttering as she was at the edge of breaking down
"Mahak?. Is that you?". He asked worriedly
"Yes". She said sniffing
"What's wrong?. What happened?. Speak to me". He said anxiously feeling his heart leaping out of his chest
"I-I-, can you come to my apartment, please?". She pleaded
"I am coming right now. Just hold on for few minutes". He said and she ended the call
On the other hand, he was with his friends who were like his family explaining them everything when he heard his phone ringing. At first, he didn't want anyone to disturb his family time but then something in him told him to answer.
And he hasn't been glad of his six senses to this day because the minute he heard her fragile voice his heart hammered and his face pale. He didn't even care about his friend or anything besides to know what went down that had her this shaken. But, the moment she asked for him to come to her he was running out of his house with his friends calling behind him but he didn't have time to luxurious waste it in explaining.
He didn't even see if he is in the right clothes or shoe. He just runs to his car driving through the streets like a mad man, not caring about anything besides to reach her before something he regrets happens to her. He doesn't understand why his heart was gripped in such strong fear as he has never seen it before in his life.
Not even almost 5 years before.
Or perhaps he was this scared because of that night. He runs towards the receptionist towards the elevator punching in repeatedly wishing this damn elevator move faster. He exits to her floor and since it was only her apartment here. He went banging on the door.
Hanan looks at the door pale and the earlier voice vanished a few minutes ago and she isn't sure if it was the same man. She heard her sister speaking to her husband before and she wonders if it's him.
"W-Who is it?". She asked shaking like a leaf
"It's me, Shayaan. Please, open this door". He pleaded
"What's the passcode?". She asked holding the handle of the door
"Red". He replied hurriedly because he remembers her saying it before she ended the call
And the door clicked open.
He immediately moves in looking around and his eyes fell on an almost similar girl to Muskan standing in front of him with fear and anxiety clear on her face.
"Are you ok?". He asked softly and she nodded, "Don't worry. I won't let anyone harm you. Calm down, ok?".
Hanan nodded again, "A-appi, she is-".
Hanan didn't even get to finish her sentence when the door opens and Mahak walks out. The minute their eyes collided he moves toward her engulfing her in his warmth. He was scared beyond his mind and he needed to feel her know that she was not hurt. He pulls her tightly in his hold patting her back as she cries in his hands.
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"Shh". He said soothing her a little, "It's ok. I am here now".
Hanan decided it was best to give them privacy as she walks towards her own room.
"I was scared". She cried harder, "I thought he will kill me and my sister. I don't want anyone to hurt her".
He liked the fact a little that she cares for her younger sister but not the fact that she cares for her own self so little.
"It's fine. You are safe". He said softly holding onto her, "Will you tell me what went down?".
She pulls away from him shaking her head and he finds a clear line of worry and fear in her eyes which made him furious and at the same time desperate to know the reason behind it.
"If you won't tell me how will I help?". He asked
"I don't want you involved with him". She said as tears flow down her face
He chooses to ignore him for now. Just for now because he needed to comfort her before anything.
He tapped her nose with his pointer finger, "You know what happens when you decline my help".
She remembers when she refused his help to get down from the van and that made her laugh which he thanked his Lord that at least she is not crying anymore. He wipes the few tears that were on her face smiling softly at her.
"That was because you were mean to me". She stated narrowing her eyes
"Please, you were the one who was after me". He said hiding his smile
"No, I was a completely good person and you were just pure mean". She argued
"Good. As if. Aren't you a complete angel?". He asked rolling his eyes and they still remain in each other arms
"As a matter of fact, I am an angel". She said flipping her hair and her scent made him lose his sense
"I don't think you are one, you look more like a satan". He said smirking as she becomes red with anger
That exact moment Hanan walks in.
"Y-You are...". She trailed off because she can't find a word so she turns to her sister, "What's a worse word than satan?".
Hanan looks at her amused," Ah, I don't-".
"Don't tell her". He piped in
"Why in the world not?. She is my sister. She will tell me". She said angrily
"She is my sister too so she won't tell you". He said shrugging
"When did she become your sister?". She asked glaring at him
"The exact moment you accepted me as your husband". He said grinning
And she blushes. He could have sworn her blush were another beauty of hers. As he has never been moved by someone shyness however her remains so unique and pure that his heart flutters.
Hanan starts to leave and they both turn to her.
"Where are you going?". She asked confused
"To get popcorn". Hanan said shrugging, "Please, don't stop at my account, continue".
She narrows her eyes at her sister, "Why you are getting popcorn?".
"How can I watch such an amazing show without it?". Hanan asked pointing to them
"Leave her. She is always fighting". He said unwrapping his arms around her but holding onto her hand instead, "You both are coming with me".
Hanan and Mahak look at him shocked.
"It's not up for discussion. Whatever went down I don't know about it. But there is no way I am leaving you two here". He said authoritatively
"But-". She started
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"I am not giving you a choice because I know you will decline". He said and turns to Hanan, "Can you pack her stuff after you are done with yours".
"Hanan don't-". She started
"I always pack her bags when she goes on trips". Hanan said excitedly
"Perfect. Please, do that for me". He said smiling
Hanan nodded ignoring her sister glare and running to pack their stuff. She huffed tapping her feet with a long face as if someone has declined her wish. He turns to look at her and a chuckle escape his lips to find her sulking over the small thing. He has to agree that to find such endearing sights is becoming his addiction now. She always seems innocent and pure whenever she does something so small yet that small action has a heavy impact on his strong heart.
Because hearts are controlled by the one who has all the powers of this world.
"Bolo gi nahi?". He asked amused watching her frown deeper (you won't talk)
"Sunta kon hai meri jo mai bolo". She said huffing crossing her arms over her chest (who even listen to me when I speak)
He hides his smile, "Achaa meri maa-".
"Mai tumhari maa nahi huin". She said cutting him off (I am not your mother)
He laughs not being able to control himself, "Ji, Ji. Yeh toh mujhe pata hai ap toh meri piyaari begum hain". (Yes, yes. I know that you are my beautiful wife)
"Don't butter me". She said as she small smile stretch on her lips
"Is it working?". He asked grinning
"Maybe". She said shrugging but with a smile on her face
Then the door rings and her face pale as she holds onto his hand and he wraps his arms around her watching her she looks so scared and fragile. He didn't even leave her for a few hours and she looks this bad, he wonders the effect of leaving her for any longer all alone. The thought itself didn't sit well with him and he promised to do something about it.
He walks with her hiding behind him towards the door opening it to reveal the building security.
"Ma'am, we are sorry for the inconvenience because of that man before. He is thrown out and will never enter the building again". The guard said
She meekly nodded closing the door at his face before they even speak. She leans on the wall closing her eyes as her heart hammered against her chest. She needed comfort and some sense of peace and security. If she breaks down like this it will be harder to handle Hanan.
She feels his hand caress her cheeks and his scent immediately assaulting her senses. She didn't open her eyes staying and wanting to feel his comfort. She opens her eyes when she heard Hanan excitedly coming out with their bags.
"We are not going on vacation". She pointed to the bags
Hanan grins childishly that made her shakes her head while he laughs taking the bags from them.
"We should leave now. It's late already". He said smiling
Soon they were standing in front of his family and friends while Hanan being the Introvert hides behind her back.
"Everyone this is my wife- Mahak". He announced without any hesitation smiling at her, "And that's her sister-Hanan".
Hanan moves from behind her and her small hijabi (scarf) covered face appearing in front of everyone as she passes them a small smile with a wave.
"Why do you hide your sister from the showbiz?. She is more pretty than you, are you jealous that she might reach higher than you?". His sister taunted
Hanan's eyes widen looking at the woman she hates the most and her temper increasing as she leaps forward forgetting all her earlier shyness.
"I am going to-". Hanan started
But Mahak held her arm pulling her back towards her.
"Let her be". Mahak said softly to call her down
"Why kind of sick is she that she thinks you will be jealous of me?. Me?. The person you raised yourself". Hanan said glaring at his sister, "If she speaks one more sentence against you, I will personally make sure that she is six feet under the ground".
One thing that everyone fails to see was the man, who is a close friend of Shayaan looking at Hanan amused and impressed.
At least there is someone who hates her as I do.
"Hanan". She said smiling wanting her to stop, "Relax".
Hanan nodded hiding back behind her not before glaring at his sister.
"Appi, I told you before to respect them. They are family". He said confused at the hatred his sister held for them, "I don't appreciate this behaviour and since they will be living with us, I don't wish to see any more of it".
"Whatever". His sister said holding her husband hand walking to their room
He sighs rubbing his hand over his face, "Let me introduce my friends".
He had five friends 3 male (Zain, Rohan, Iftikhar) from which Rohan and Iftikhar were married adding 2 female to his friends' circle. Rohan's wife was Arya (both non-muslim) while Iftikhar wife was Huda.
She nodded smiling at them and Hanan remains behind her nodding slowly.
"One minute you were shy and the next you are a killing machine". Zain commented
Hanan narrows her eyes at him, "I have a personality disorder I sometimes turn into an assassin too. Do you want me to kill you while you are asleep?".
Mahak chuckle at her words shaking her head.
"That will be amazing to watch so are you going to come tonight?". Zain asked unaware of how everyone else is watching him because he finds it fun to speak to her
"Depend on how much you annoy me". Hanan said shrugging
"Acha bus". Shayaan said knowing his friend is doing it on purpose, "We need to have dinner so Zain orders something for everyone while I show them to their room". (Ok, enough)
Zain nodded walking away while Shayaan takes them to their room. He shows Hanan's her room and she went in while he holds her hand taking her to the next room.
"The house looks small but it keeps getting bigger. You have another extra room?". She asked confused
He shakes his head, "Why would I give you another room when you can stay with me?".
She really didn't want to blush but the deep red colour spread across her face and she lowered her head to make a curtain of her hair to hide her face however he enters the room stopping and turning her around. He places his hand under her chin making her look at him and the purity in her heart went straight to his heart.
He kissed her forehead lovingly, "You can change and come down. I will just bring the luggage for you, ok?".
She nodded smiling shyly and he chuckles walking out of the room. He went down to find everyone talking among themselves and he calls Zain to help him with the luggage.
"I can take it to Hanan". Zain offered
Shayaan turns to look at his friend-raising his eyebrows as he leans on his car, "What are you up to?".
Zain brushes the back of his neck nervously, "Nothing".
"Don't play Zain. You should know that woman are meant to be protected, loved and respected not used". Shayaan said seriously
Zain nodded, "I promise I don't have bad intentions".
"However, you do wish to go to her room which is not permissible". Shayaan said as they enter inside the house
"I won't enter her room". Zain said hurriedly
"Fine. But if I find something inappropriate then you will have to pay for it". Shayaan said walking towards his room where he left his wife
Zain nervously went to stand in front of her door trying to come with a good reason besides the bag but the nervousness made all his senses block. He wasn't ever this way he is just more open and free wherever and with whoever he was with then how come all his confidence is gone?.
Before he can knock on the door, Hanan opens the door.
"Were you planning to stand here all night?". Hanan said rolling her eyes
"Wait, wait. Which personality is this one?". He asked teasing watching her face turn red in anger
"Close to the one that will kill you". She said angrily
"You already are. By the way, I brought your bag". He said forwarding it to her, "Did you put stones in it?".
"Yeah, a couple of them to throw at people who annoy me". She replied closing the door on his face
He was taken aback by how fast that went while he was literally sweating and thinking for a good minute. He shakes his head with a smile as he turns to take steps away.
"Thank you". She heard her soft voice say from behind and before he can say anything, she closed the door again
She walks downstairs after changing into a simpler dress with Hanan to find everyone seated and waiting for them. She walks and his eyes follow her every step which made her breathing hitched. He smiles forwarding his hand to her and she takes it sitting down beside him.
"We ordered Pizza". Zain said, "I hope that's fine".
"I love Pizza. Is there a cheese flavour?". Hanan said excitedly
Zain smiles at her excitement nodding which made her beam at him for the first time and he went into thinking as to which personality is she in.
"I don't think she will eat Pizza". His sister said looking at Mahak
"Kyun?. Ap ko unho nae personally bataya tha?". Hanan said rolling her eyes (why?. Did she told you that personally)
"She is a model. They don't eat-". His sister started
"I eat whatever I like". She said cutting her off
His sister rolls her eyes leaning back into the couch.
"Don't you have parents that you can stay with instead of here?". His sister asked and her breathing hitched
She turns to look at Hanan who lost the colour of her face and she holds her hand to stop her from hyperventilating.
"They are no more". She snapped angrily, "Keep your insensitivity to yourself because I have had enough of it".
She held onto Hanan's hand tighter watching everyone eyes widen at her mentioning their dead parents.
"Here I thought they must have abandoned you two". His sister said
"That's it. I will kill her". Hanan said leaping forward but Mahak quickly holds her hand stopping her
"Hanan, go to the backyard". Mahak said stern, "Now".
Hanan looks at her sister and sighs walking out of the house in an angry stride.
"Don't tempt me to become someone I don't want to be in the first place. There are a few things that I don't take lightly. My family is number one on that list. I swear if you published about Hanan or my parents the consequences will not be good". She said angrily walking away
He stays in shock as to what had happened in a few minutes. He was looking forward to a quiet night and it seems that is not possible.
"You are really low for speaking like that". Zain said not even caring if it's his friend sister, "You should have been more empathy since your own parents are no in this world. Yet this is how you behave".
Zain chose to walk out to the front side since he wants to relax and get the order from the delivery man.
"I repeatedly told you to mind your tongue. Don't you know that our Lord had asked us to be mindful of others?. Is this what our parents taught us?". Shayaan paused, "Go to your room, you are no longer welcome here".
With that, he left to get to his wife.
Zain walks to the front side standing looking at the moon. His thoughts were complicated because he knows what's it's like to not have parents. Even if some parents are worse there is a need for parents. Good one teaches us how to handle life while the other type teaches us what life really is. His parents went away when he was 8 so he knows the pain one carries in their heart and the need to hide it.
He heard a soft sound from a little to his side of someone crying. He frowns turning and taking a step to the side of the house and the sight only added to his heart pain.
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