Chapter 33: I'LL BE FREE

Raj approached Akansha holding two cups of coffee and sat next to her.

Here, drink this. You will feel better. Said Raj and gave her the cup.

Akansha stared at him and grabbed the cup, which he gave. She took a sip.

Thank you Raj for helping me out. I don't know, what I would have done, if you didn't help.

Come on. Akansha. We are going to get engaged, which means we are going to be a family. Said Raj.

That is the problem here. One thing, I don't want to agree is this marriage.

Because, I love Abhijeet. How will I explain this to him and Dad. Raj seems to be understanding. But, what about my dad? I should talk to Raj atleast. Thought Akansha.

Raj waved his hands in front of her face, as he was not sure, whether she was listening.

And then, Akansha came back to her senses. Raj, I have something to tell you. Started Akansha.

Yes. Tell me. Said Raj.

I.... I... Studdered Akansha, as she was afraid, what Raj's reaction will be.

When she was about to break the news about her relationship.,,, a nurse came and said, "The patient on room no. 305 is awake now. You can go and see him."

Their conversation broke, as Akansha ran to see her Dad.

What would be the matter, which made her words studder? Is this related to our marriage? Is she not interested in marrying me? Why am I thinking so much? Calm down Raj. It will be something else. Don't over think.

Thought Raj and Calmed himself down.

Dad. Said Akansha and ran to him to give a hug. She hugged him and cried.

Sorry. Dad. This is all because of me. I should not have told you anything. I am really sorry Dad. Said Akansha.

What are you talking about? You said that, you have something to tell me. But, I collapsed before the conversation itself.

So, now you tell me, what is the matter? Asked her Dad Bhupendra.

Thank god. He didn't hear, what I said. Now he is asking me about it. What should I do now? Should I tell him. Yes. I must tell him and break this marriage. Thought Akansha.

Dad.... The thing is.....

When she was about to say, Doctors warning came into her mind... And she stopped.

Akansha, what happened? Why did you stop? Bhupendra asked.

Nothing important Dad. I'll tell you later. Said Akansha putting up a fake smile.

She didn't want to give stress to her dad. So, she thought to tell about her relationship later, when he gets better.

After few minutes, Raj entered the room.

Come. Raj. I heard you helped me to get a doctor. Thank you so much and sorry for meeting you in this condition. Said Bhupendra.

Your most welcome Uncle, but don't make me small by saying sorry. I am happy that I got a chance to help you. Replied Raj

I don't know, till when I will be alive. So, I want my daughter to get married to you as soon as possible. Said Bhupendra.

Dad... What do you think you are saying Dad. It's hurting. Please don't say these things. You are my Dad, who is strong. So, nothing will happen to you. Said Akansha and hugged her Dad.

Raj nodded with what Akansha said.

Later, Doctor Varun entered the room. When will I get discharged? Asked Bhupendra.

Just rest for two days Sir. Then you can get discharged. Replied Varun.

Okay then. I'll take two days off. So that, I can take care of Dad. Said Akansha.

No need. Akansha. If you want to go. You can go. I'll be here, as I'll be free for the next two days. You just tell me, if you are okay with my suggestion.

Akansha, don't take leave. Just go to work and visit me in the evening. It's just a matter of two days. You have already taken two days leave for the anniversary. Said Bhupendra.

Okay Dad. I'll do as you say. But, give me a guarantee that, you will get well soon. Said Akansha.

Ok my dear. I will get well soon. Responded her Dad Bhupendra.