Chapter 43

Abrar

Dada and dadi must be at home, right?", Nikhat said after finishing the glass of water. She looked tired as if she came here after a hectic time. She might be looking for work.

"Yeah. They just came two days ago", I smiled at her.

"I won't take much time and try to leave as soon as possible", she said in a guilty tone.

"Don't say like this. Be comfortable", I mumbled. I was looking for words to make her feel better but at that moment, I had to be careful with my words.

"I don't want them to see me here", she said. Her eyes were still darted on her lap and she was hesitating to speak.

"They are not angry with you. It's fine", I forced a smile though I was being honest.

"Actually, Abrar the thing is—", she strived to say while looking at me.

"Nikhat", dadi spoke from behind as my eyes widened and I looked back. She was standing there with Zoya. I gritted my teeth at her.

"I told her to come alone", I grumble