Revelations in the Shadows

As Eijaz began to unravel the tangled web of secrets that shrouded Naina's true identity, Najjad felt a chill run down his spine. The revelation sent shockwaves through his soul, casting a shadow of doubt over everything he thought he knew.

"But why?" Najjad asked his voice barely more than a whisper. "Why would she do this to me?"

Eijaz looked at Najjad with a heavy heart. "Naina was once a member of the Dark Army, tasked with ending your life in your past incarnation. She had her own reasons, but the betrayal was deep and painful."

Najjad's eyes widened in disbelief. "You mean the woman I loved was sent to kill me? How could I have been so blind?"

But amidst the turmoil, a steely resolve took root within Najjad's heart. "I won't let the darkness consume me, Eijaz," he vowed, his voice firm despite the tremor in his tone. "I'll face whatever comes my way, no matter the cost."

With a silent nod of acknowledgment, Eijaz stood by Najjad's side, his unwavering loyalty a beacon of hope in the gathering darkness. As they prepared to confront the secrets that lay hidden in the shadows, Najjad couldn't help but feel a newfound sense of purpose stirring within him, propelling him forward on a journey into the heart of the unknown.

Meanwhile, outside the room, Najjad's mother, Sunaina, overheard snippets of the conversation. Intrigued by the mention of Naina, she followed the sound of voices to the kitchen, where she found Eijaz attempting to open a jar of spices.

"Who is Naina?" Sunaina inquired, her tone gentle yet insistent.

Eijaz, caught off guard, looked up from his task. "She's... she's a complicated figure from Najjad's past," he admitted reluctantly. "Her story is entangled with many secrets."

Sunaina's curiosity grew stronger. "I need to know everything, Eijaz," she urged, her voice trembling with anticipation. "What has she done to my son?"

Eijaz hesitated, grappling with the weight of the revelation he was about to disclose. "Naina was not who she appeared to be," he began, his voice laden with sorrow. "She was a member of the Dark Army, tasked with a mission to end Najjad's life in his past incarnation."

Sunaina gasped her hand flying to her mouth in shock. "No... This can't be true," she murmured, tears welling in her eyes. "How could she betray him like that?"

As the full extent of Naina's deception unfolded before her, Sunaina's heart ached with the realization of Najjad's suffering. Najjad, who had been eavesdropping on the conversation, felt his world crumble around him as the truth sank in. The woman he had loved, the woman he had trusted with his heart, had been a pawn in a sinister game that had cost him his life. Unable to contain his anguish any longer, Najjad broke down in tears, his sobs echoing through the room. At that moment of raw vulnerability, Sunaina rushed to her son's side, enveloping him in a tight embrace.

"My poor child," Sunaina murmured her voice choked with emotion. "I'm so sorry."

Najjad clung to his mother, finding solace in her comforting embrace. At that moment, he felt the weight of his grief lift ever so slightly, buoyed by the unwavering love for his mother. Determined to shield her son from further pain, Sunaina resolved to take action. She ushered Eijaz out of the room, her mind racing with plans to ensure Najjad's safety and happiness. Alone with Eijaz, Sunaina's facade of composure cracked, her anger boiling over as she unleashed a torrent of curses upon Naina's name. With a heavy heart, Eijaz bore witness to Sunaina's anguish, his sorrow mirrored in her tear-streaked face.

But amidst the storm of emotions, Sunaina found a glimmer of hope, a beacon of light in the darkness that had consumed her son's life. With steely resolve, she turned to Eijaz, her voice tinged with determination.

"Eijaz, we must find a way to protect Najjad," Sunaina declared, her gaze unwavering. "And I know just the girl who can help us."

Eijaz's eyes widened in surprise at Sunaina's revelation, a spark of curiosity flickering to life within him. "Who is she?" he asked, his voice tinged with anticipation.

Sunaina smiled a sense of purpose coursing through her veins. "You'll see," she replied cryptically, her heart brimming with hope for her son's future.

And as they embarked on their quest to secure Najjad's happiness, a sense of anticipation filled the air, signaling the dawn of a new chapter in their lives—a chapter filled with love, loss, and the enduring power of hope.

The first light of dawn crept through the curtains, casting a gentle glow over Najjad's room. He stretched and rubbed the sleep from his eyes, trying to shake off the remnants of unsettling dreams. Determined to start the day fresh, he headed downstairs, the aroma of fresh bread and spices drawing him toward the kitchen.

As Najjad approached, he was startled to see Eijaz kneeling by the hearth, cleaning the floor. The majestic eagle, who had once soared through the skies with unparalleled grace, now scrubbed diligently, his wings folded tightly against his back. Beside him, an android, sleek and efficient, worked silently, chopping vegetables with precision.

"Good morning, Mother," Najjad greeted, his voice tinged with confusion. "What is going on here?"

Sunaina, her back to him, continued kneading dough on the counter. She didn't turn around but her posture stiffened slightly. Eijaz paused, glancing up at Najjad with a mixture of embarrassment and caution.

"Najjad," Eijaz began, his voice barely a whisper, "I—"

But before he could finish, Sunaina spun around, her eyes blazing with anger. "Enough! Both of you!" she snapped. "If either of you says another word, you'll be out of this house. Do you understand?"

Najjad's heart pounded in his chest, the shock rendering him momentarily speechless. Eijaz and the android both lowered their heads, resuming their tasks in silence. The scene before him felt surreal, a stark contrast to the life he thought he knew.