LOVE AFTER FORCED MARRIAGE
Love After Forced Marriage – Episode 6
Theme: {melting his anger.}
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Arya sat beside Grandma Viti on her bed, concern etched on her face. Grandma Viti’s eyes looked sad, her face lined with worry.
“I love Karan so much,” Grandma Viti said, her voice trembling. “The last thing I would do is try to ruin his life.”
“It’s okay, Grandma,” she said gently. “You just need to be patient for him to come around. Don’t give up on him; he’s still your grandson.”
“I’m sorry about the way he’s been maltreating you,” she said, her voice cracking.
“It’s okay, I’m getting used to it already,” she said. “I know it won’t be easy for him to come out of his angry shell. Patience and prayers are what we need.”
“Thank you, Arya,” she said, her eyes shining with gratitude. “Thank you for standing by him, even with the way he’s treated you.”
Arya smiled back, her eyes filled with kindness. The two women hugged each other tightly, their faces radiant with warmth and understanding.
Arya entered the room, her eyes scanning the space until they landed on Karan, seated on the bed, engrossed in a phone conversation. His face lit up with a warm smile, and his eyes sparkled with delight.
“Yes, I can’t wait to see you too,” he said, his voice filled with affection. “I miss your hugs, your kisses, and everything.”
Arya stood frozen, waiting for him to finish his conversation. Karan’s smile grew wider as he continued talking.
“Sure, I’ll see you this weekend, and we’ll spend it together. I love you so much,” he said, sending kisses over the phone before hanging up.
As he turned to face Arya, his expression transformed, his eyes turning icy cold.
“Um, Karan, can I talk to you for a second?” Arya sputtered nervously, her eyes avoiding his.
“What do you want?” he asked coldly.
Arya’s face faltered, but she continued, her voice trembling. “I want to talk to you about Grandma. She’s deeply hurt and sad about the distance you’ve created between you two.”
“And whose fault is that?” he yelled, his voice echoing through the room.
She took a step back, her eyes wide with fear. “I’m sorry, don’t be too offended. I know everything that’s happened wasn’t Grandma’s fault. I’m the one you hate; you can pour your anger on me. I don’t care, but Grandma… she needs her grandson back. Please, Karan.”
Karan’s anger boiled over, his face red with rage. “Get out!”
Arya flinched. “Huh?” she stuttered.
“I said get out! Don’t you dare step foot in here again!”he bellowed, throwing a pillow at her.
Arya turned and fled the room.
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Karan and his siblings were lounging in the living room, chatting and laughing together, while their parents took a nap in their room. Grandma Viti had left to visit some old friends.
As they chatted, Karan suddenly called out to one of the workers in the house, who rushed to answer him quickly.
“Call Arya for me,” Karan said, his voice unfriendly.
The worker hurried outside to call Arya, who was in the garden watering the flowers.
“Mrs. Arya, your husband requests your presence,” the worker said politely.
Arya smiled and followed the worker inside. As she entered the living room, Karan didn’t even glance at her.
“You sent for me?” Arya asked, standing before them.
Karan’s face remained cold. “Go get us something to drink.”
Arya nodded and headed to the kitchen to prepare the drinks. Maya stood up to join her.
“Excuse me,” Maya said, following Arya to the kitchen.
“You sent for her just to get us drinks?”Ved asked confusedly.
“What’s wrong with that?”Sonia shrugged.
“It’s not right. What’s the worker’s job for?”Ved frowned.
Karan’s face twisted in annoyance. “She’s doing what she’s supposed to do in this house.”
Kiara nodded in agreement. “She’s the daughter-in-law, so it’s her job.”
Just then, Arya and Maya returned with the drinks and served each of them on the table.
As Arya turned to leave, Karan called her back. She turned to him, but was caught off guard as Karan splashed the drink on her face.
Everyone was shocked, their eyes wide with surprise.
“Are you blind? Didn’t you see there’s dirt in the glass cup you served me drink with?” Karan yelled, his face red with rage.
Ved’s eyes widened in surprise. “Karan!”
“I’m sorry, I washed all the cups before serving drinks in them.” Arya said.
“Are you saying I’m lying?” he yelled.
Maya intervened, trying to calm the situation. “Karan, that’s enough. It’s probably a mistake.”
“Get me another drink, and when you come back, bring something to clean this place up.”He said
Arya walked away, feeling embarrassed and humiliated.
“That was unfair, Karan. She’s your wife, for heaven’s sake.”Ved said concerned.
“I don’t think there’s anything wrong with what Karan did. He was just trying to correct her.”Sia said nonchalantly.
Maya and Ved stared at Sia in surprise, while the rest of the family nodded in agreement with him.
A moment later, Arya returned with Karan’s drink and served him, her eyes cast downward. After serving him, she started cleaning up the drink on the floor, her movements quiet and efficient. Once she finished, she left for her room to change her clothes.
As she changed in the bathroom, She tried to control her tears from falling, her face etched with sadness and frustration.
Later in the evening, everyone gathered at the dining table, ready to eat the food prepared by Arya and Zara. After serving everyone, Karan emerged dressed casually, ready to leave.
“Are you leaving?” Gian asked, his eyebrows raised in surprise.
Karan nodded. “Yes, Uncle, I’m meeting with some business partners.”
“At this time? It’s past six.”Jash frowned.
“You should eat something first.”Roshni said.
“No, Mom, I’m late. See you later.”
With that, he walked away, leaving the family to exchange worried glances.
Grandma Viti noticed Arya’s sad mood and caressed her hand to ease her sadness. She sat down next to Grandma, and they began eating.
★★Hotel★★
Karan arrived at the hotel, where he met up with Samara in their usual room. After spending time together, they cuddled under the blanket.
“Please, Karan, don’t leave me tonight,” Samara said, her voice filled with longing.
“No, love, I’ll stay with you tonight.”He smiled, his eyes filled with affection.
“Thank you so much.” She cuddled him warmly, and they drifted off to sleep.
★★KABIR’S MANSION★★
Arya sat alone in the living room, waiting for Karan to return home. Since he left earlier that day, it was past midnight, and he hadn’t returned. She looked worried, her eyes filled with concern.
Just then, Grandma Viti appeared at the staircase, a look of surprise on her face. “Arya.”
Arya turned to her. “Grandma.”
Viti walked over to Arya.
“Why are you here? Aren’t you supposed to be in your bedroom with your husband?”
“Grandma, Karan is not back from the meeting he went to earlier today.” She sighed, her face etched with worry.
Viti’s expression turned surprised. “At this time?”
Arya nodded. Viti pulled out her phone and dialed Karan’s number, but it was switched off.
“Did he pick?” Arya asked curiously.
“His phone is switched off.” She dialed his other number, but the same thing happened. “His two numbers are switched off. Maybe the meeting took long. Go inside and sleep; I’m sure he’ll be home tomorrow.”
“Okay, Grandma.”She nodded, her face still etched with worry.
Viti stared after her as she left, a concerned expression on her face. She sighed before heading to her room.
★To
Be
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