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THE UNGRATEFUL LOVE

Kirti remembers her first night….

When due to family pressure she had married a person she didn't even know his name her dream was , to be a doctor

And she already achieved her half success

But her father force her to marry veer shingh raichand

In her first night she sit on the bed her hand thumbling from a different feeling

When the door creaked open

Here he was , kirti face covered with Vail

Veer lock the gate behind him and went near kirti and bend down

His lips inch apart her ears, his voice was low but cold ……

“ Don't be think that I accept you as my wife you are nothing but deal for me ”

Veer said and left the room……

From that day they never talked even After two years of marriage

Kirti come in reality when a made called her “ kirti beta kha kho gyi ” the made asked her name is Savita she work there from past 20 years

(Kirti beta Where were you lost )

“ Mai unhe coffee dene jaa rhi hu Aap ye sabji dekh lena ”

(I'm going to give him coffee, you just look at these vegetables.)

She said and went towards her room ,

Veer talked someone on call in balcony he is angry “ I don't know anything search that person Now ” he said and throw the phone

On the wall

Phone broke many pieces and falls in front of kirti seeing him anger her hands tumbling from the fear

Veer step near her she took a step back

Veer again took a step towards her

A tears skips from her eyes

Veer took the coffee from her hands and moved towards the bedroom, Kirti took a long breath……

On the other side

Vivan and Nayra sit on the car vivan focused on the driving while Nayra scroll the reels

They reached the hospital , vivan stopped the car Suddenly , Nayra head hit in front

“ What is this ” she asked him

He didn't reply and open the door and went out Nayra followed him the all doctors greded vivan

They reached Near , dr. smrita Tiwari cabin he stood on the door Nayra went inside the room

It's her monthly checkup, Vivan himself took her there even Nayra refused many times to go but he didn't listen to her….

After her checkup vivan went inside the the chamber Nayra who sit on the table

“ dr. She is Alright naa ” he asked

“ Mr. Raichand you should stop giving her conceptive pills, Mrs . Raichand body can't

can't handle it anymore ” Dr. Smrita told them

Vivan eyes burn from the Anger he look towards Nayra his voice was low but Nayra can hear his cold voice

“ I don't care ” he whispered

He held her waist “ we should go now ”

Vivan said and went from there

In Rajasthan

Meera cleaning the glasses when one glass falls from her hands and broke in to many pieces hearing the voice

Lata come seeing this she yelled in anger

“ you bitch ” lata said and grabbed her hair

Meera pressed her both plams together and appolized her but she is In revenge Mood

“ you whore , first you broke my expensive glass and nowyou try to skip from my punishment, No , today I show you what can I do

Lata said and grabbed Meera in the store room, or Meera room lata throw her on cold floor

And put a thik steal rod , Meera step back side before lata hit her with the rod very harshly tears come from Meera eyes

Lata hits her again and again…

Meanwhile on the door Lata daughter Maya , she smiled seeing her condition

When Lata finnly tired she put the rod

On the floor and out of the room

Meera lay on the floor in unconscious condition her eyes blur she was to crying but there is no tears in her eyes anymore

She wants to hug someone, but there is no one with her…..

In the evening Suresh come from his work

Lata and Maya sit in front of TV and enjoying the show

“ kha hai vo Manhush ” he asked Maya and lata looked at suresh “ what

happened ” Lata asked

“ I fixed her Marriage told her be ready yesterday they come to see her ”

Suresh informed

“ Are you mad , if she get Married then who made the food and who do

other work ” Lata asked

“ I don't know anything just do what I say

They give us 1 lakh ” suresh said and sit on the chair

Lata eyes bright after hearing about money she nodded quickly

In Raichand Empire

Thunder rolled across the sky as the black convoy slid through the iron gates of the Raichand estate. The world outside bowed to the rain, but inside the mansion, time itself seemed to wait.

The door of the first car opened. Polished black shoes touched the marble, followed by the slow rise of a figure who looked carved from authority itself.

Aarav Singh Raichand.

Dressed in an obsidian three-piece suit, his shirt open just enough to reveal a glimpse of a heavy silver chain resting against his skin — a symbol only the Raichands wore. A faint glint from the diamond-studded watch caught the storm light as he adjusted his cufflinks with deliberate calm.

His eyes — steel grey, unreadable — scanned the grand hall. Every guard straightened, every servant lowered their gaze. His silence was more dangerous than any threat. There was something royal about the way he stood — shoulders relaxed, hands in pockets, yet an aura so powerful it could command an army.

He took one step forward. The sound of his shoes echoed, mixing with the soft rumble of thunder. Then his deep, velvety voice broke the silence — slow, cold, unforgettable:

> “Raichand ke sheher mein, faisla mera hota hai… aur galti bhi.”

A single smirk touched his lips — dark, confident, untouchable.

The chandelier light flickered above, as if even it dared not shine brighter than him. His presence filled the hall like a storm in silk — danger dressed in royalty, mystery wrapped in charm.

For a moment, the entire Raichand mansion froze. Conversations halted mid-sentence, glasses stopped clinking, and eyes widened in disbelief.

Aarav Singh Raichand.

The name people spoke in whispers — had just walked into the Raichand hall after years.

His father, Ranvijay Raichand, stood up first — surprise flickering in his eyes. Beside him, his uncle adjusted his glasses, as if making sure it wasn’t just imagination. Vasundhara trembling hand went to her chest; her lips curved into a tearful smile.

Aarav’s cold expression softened, just slightly. He walked toward them — slow, calm, yet carrying the same intimidating energy that made even silence obey him.

He first bowed slightly before his grandparents, touching their feet

Vasundhara eyes welled up as she placed her trembling hands on his head, whispering,

> “ Aap ke bina ghar suna lagta tha, Aarav…”

Aarav’s jaw flexed for a second — emotion flickering behind those stormy eyes — then he straightened and greeted his father and uncle’s with a firm nod.

His father tried to speak, but words got lost somewhere between pride and guilt. Aarav simply hugged him — brief, powerful, the kind that said I’m back, but I’ve changed.

Then he turned to the women — his aunts and sisters. His aura shifted from dominance to quiet warmth. One by one, he leaned down, gently pressing a kiss on each of their foreheads — a gesture so soft, it almost felt unreal coming from him.

“ Bhai” Kiara said and hug him Ishani also come and hug his “ we miss you bhai ”

Even the storm outside seemed to calm for a heartbeat.

The air in the Raichand mansion felt charged — not with fear this time, but emotion.

For a second, even power took a step back to watch what was about to unfold.

Aarav stood near the grand staircase when a familiar voice came from behind — calm, teasing, full of nostalgia.

“So, you finally decided to show up…”

He turned.

Vihan Singh Raichand, the second brother, stood there — sleeves rolled up, a half-smirk on his lips but tears threatening to spill.

Before Aarav could reply, another voice echoed, deeper, louder —

“Not without us!”

Two more figures appeared — Veer Raichand and Riaan Raichand.

The youngest, Riaan, ran first, no hesitation, no words — just straight into Aarav’s arms.

For a heartbeat, Aarav froze — then his arms wrapped around his brothers, pulling each one close.

Vihan joined, clapping Aarav’s back with that unspoken mix of pride and anger. Veer followed, his grip tight, whispering,

“ I am anger with you should’ve told us.”

Four brothers — four storms, four hearts, one bond.

Their hug wasn’t soft; it was strong, rough, and filled with years of silence, unspoken words, and endless loyalty.

For the first time in years, the mansion echoed not with commands or threats — but with the sound of laughter, the kind that came from family.

Aarav, usually composed and cold, finally allowed a faint smile to break through.

“Missed you, fools…”

Vihan chuckled, “We missed our king.”

Riaan laughed, “Now the empire’s complete again.”

Veer smirked, “Raichands don’t just rule, bhai… we rise together.”

The four brothers stood there — arms over shoulders, heads slightly bowed — a picture of power and love intertwined.

And from that moment, everyone in the mansion knew —

The Raichand brothers were back… and the world should prepare for their reign once again.

The four Raichand brothers still stood together — laughter replacing the old silence, smiles shining brighter than the chandeliers above.

Their wives stood a few steps away, each one watching with hearts full — pride glimmering in their eyes.

Beside her, kirti wiped a tear discreetly, while Nayra and Aarohi exchanged joyful glances, whispering,

“They’re finally together again…”

But away from all the laughter and light, near the grand staircase, Meghna Raichand — Aarav’s mother — stood quietly.

Her saree shimmered faintly in the light, but her eyes — those motherly eyes — were filled with unshed tears. She watched her four sons, strong and proud, holding each other after years of distance, pain, and silence.

Her lips trembled as she whispered under her breath,

> “Mere bachche… sab ek saath.”

Rajveer, her husband, walked up behind her, his expression softening.

He placed a gentle hand on her shoulder.

> “He came back, Meghna… our Aarav is home.”

Meghna nodded slowly, her voice breaking,

“He looks like you, but his silence… that’s mine.”

Her eyes followed Aarav — her firstborn, her pride, her storm.

As if sensing her gaze,

Aarav moved towards the raichand daughter in law’s they three is about to touch his feet when he stop them

“ghar ki laxmiya pair nhi chuti bachee ”

He said with a smile,they chuckled

Aarav took his hands on them

“ Always be happy ”

And as he finally stepped back, the Raichand mansion seemed alive again — filled with whispers,

glances, and the undeniable truth that Aarav Singh Raichand had returned… and nothing would ever be the same again.

The double doors to Aarav’s room opened with a quiet click, revealing the kind of luxury only Raichands could call “home.”

Dark marble floors reflected the soft golden glow of antique chandeliers. A massive glass wall overlooked the city — glittering lights stretching endlessly below. The room was spacious yet cold, disciplined, and precise… just like the man who owned it.

Aarav stepped inside and exhaled slowly.

Years had passed, but nothing here had changed — not the scent of cedarwood, not the neatly arranged books, not the photo frame he had turned face-down long ago.

He removed his coat, laying it carefully across the armchair. The crisp white shirt came next, buttons undone one by one, revealing the defined lines of his chest — the kind built not in comfort, but through discipline and control.

The faint scar near his collarbone caught the light — a reminder of battles no one dared to ask about.

He ran a hand through his hair, jaw tightening as he looked at his reflection in the mirror — a man carved in strength, wrapped in danger, crowned with silence.

Without another glance, he walked toward the ensuite. The sound of running water filled the air — warm steam curling around the edges of the glass shower as he stepped in, letting the heat chase away years of cold distance.

Water streamed down his back, tracing every hardened muscle, washing away the weight of his return — but not his secrets.

For the first time since stepping into the mansion, Aarav closed his eyes.

For everyone else, he was the king who ruled shadows.

But here, alone, beneath the golden light and the rain of his own making — he was just a man trying to remember what peace felt like.

In living room

The all women are in kitchen making dinner for Aarav they are happy Aarohi and Nayra chopped the vegetables

Kirti ready kheer when groaned in pain , her finger cut from the knife the blood come from her fingers

“ di Are you okay ” Aarohi asked

Kirti run towards Nayra and took her finger in her plam

“ go and took first Aid box quickly ” she told a servent , “ come with me ” kirti said

Kirti made her sit on the couch in living room the made also come with first Aid box kirti clean her blood and applying

Medicine in her wound

“ what happened with you Nayra ” veer asked in cold voice as he reached in living room behind him Vasundhara ji stood with vivan

“ her finger cut from the knife ” Aarohi told them Dadi rolled her eyes and said her voice is cold “ you can't even cut the vegetables without any drama ” she said

“ it's not drama ” Nayra said and removed her hands from kirti and went towards her room

dadi looked at vivan “ look vivan see how behave I don't know why you love her the girl like her Never deserve love and care”

Nayra stood near the window, her back to him, the moonlight painting her tear-streaked face in silver. Her hands were trembling as she tried to hold herself together. Vihaan slammed the door shut behind him, his jaw tight, his eyes burning with restrained fury.

“You done with your drama, Nayra? Or should I call the audience in to clap for your performance?” vihan said Coldly

She flinched but didn’t turn. Her voice came out low, broken.

: “It’s not drama when I’m tired of being blamed for everything that goes wrong in your life.”Nayra said

He laughed bitterly, stepping closer.

“Everything went wrong because of you! You walked into my life and turned it upside down. You ruined my peace, my trust—everything!”

Finally, she turned, eyes glistening but defiant.

“And you think you’re innocent? You destroyed me, Vihaan. Piece by piece. You never trusted me, not once!”

He grabbed her wrist roughly, pulling her close, his breath harsh.

Vihaan: “Don’t test my patience, Nayra. You have no idea what I’m capable of.”

Nayra: (snapping back) “Then do it! Break me again, Vihaan! Because that’s all you’ve ever done!”

For a moment, silence filled the room. Their eyes locked — anger and hurt swirling between them like fire and ice. His grip loosened as his gaze fell on her trembling lips, the tears that refused to stop. Something flickered in his expression — regret, maybe — but his pride crushed it instantly.

He turned away, running a hand through his hair, frustration spilling out in his voice.

Vihaan: “You should’ve never come back.”

Her heart shattered at those words, but she held her ground.

Nayra: “Then I’ll make it easy for you. You won’t have to see my face again.”

She walked toward the door, her footsteps heavy, but before she could leave, his voice stopped her — lower, trembling slightly despite his effort to sound harsh.

Vihaan: “If you walk out that door, Nayra... don’t ever come back.”

She froze, tears spilling down her cheeks, whispering,

Nayra: “You already lost me the day you stopped believing in us.”

Nayra’s hand was already on the doorknob when Vihaan’s voice cut through the silence — deeper, trembling, dangerous.

“Don’t you dare, Nayra.” Vihaan said

She froze, her shoulders tightening. His footsteps echoed behind her, slow and deliberate. In the next moment, his hand slammed against the door beside her, trapping her between his chest and the wall.

“You think walking away will fix anything? You think you can just leave me like this?” Vihaan whispered his voice was low, angry

She swallowed hard, refusing to look at him.

“You told me to go.” Nayra said

“And you were so eager to obey?”

His voice cracked at the end, anger colliding with pain. He turned her around suddenly, gripping her shoulders. Their faces were inches apart, breaths mingling — hers shaky, his harsh.

: “You don’t get to stop me after breaking me every day, Vihaan!” Nayra said

“I didn’t mean to—” vivan gritting his teeth

“But you did!” she screamed, her tears finally falling. “Every word you said, every silence, every time you walked away… you killed something inside me!”

Vihaan’s hands dropped from her shoulders. For the first time, he looked helpless. His chest rose and fell unevenly, his eyes glistening as he whispered,

Vihaan: “Then why does it hurt me too?”

She looked up, startled by the crack in his voice. Before she could answer, he pulled her roughly into his arms — a desperate, crushing embrace that stole her breath.

“I can’t let you go, Rose… not now… not ever.”Vihaan murmuring against her hair

She struggled weakly, hitting his chest, sobbing.

: “You can’t fix this by holding me,Vihaan…” Nayra said

“Maybe not,” he whispered, tightening his arms around her, “but I don’t know how else to stop breaking.”

Her resistance melted. Exhausted, she let him hold her as her body shook against his. Vihaan lifted her gently and carried her to the bed. She tried to move, but he didn’t let go.

He laid her down, sliding beside her, wrapping his arms around her from behind as if afraid

she’d vanish if he loosened his grip.

“I hate how much I need you.”

Nayra closed her eyes, silent tears tracing down her cheeks.

Nayra

Silence filled the room — heavy, raw, and trembling with emotions neither of them knew how to express. Vihaan buried his face in her hair, his breath uneven, while she let the warmth of his embrace full her broken heart into a fragile calm.

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