A Different Love Story...!! by Diya Jain (moboreader txt) 📕

her suffer like this, to make her parents suffer like this.

 

And then, she heard a loud sound of beeping. And felt some hurried movements beside her. She didn’t understand what was wrong, was she dying?

She felt hands go through her hands, checking her pulse.

 

‘No! I don’t want to die. I want to see Mom and Dad!’ she cried in agony.

 

And then she heard, “She is reacting to your voice aunty”, and the world fell silent after that.

Chapter 13

 

After a good peaceful sleep and something nutritious to eat, Dr Ishaan was finally feeling like he is alive again. He had lost the track of number of days when he had not seen himself in the mirror properly, let alone style his hair. He took a quick bath and drove his Audi A5 and zoomed past the roads and buildings.

Yes, he is the son of a rich father, and his father made sure he got all the luxuries of life. He would not mind showing it off to the world, but today he took his Audi because he wanted to be near his Sleeping Beauty and every single minute he was away from her, his heart worried for her.

He was driving when suddenly his iPhone buzzed indicating a text message. He usually does not mix texting with driving, but today was different. He had someone precious at the hospital. His heart skipped a beat, with the fear of unknown. He quickly snatched his phone, parked sideways and unlocked the screen.

 

Hi Doc. Aarav Here. Got a call from Aunty. They will be here in the next 30 minutes. Please come soon, I need support.

 

 

Ishaan took a deep breath of relief and locked the phone and threw it gently on the side seat. He had not yet let any girl sit on the front side seat of his car, he had reserved it for the special someone. The thought made him smile and he instantly thought about Shreshtha.

 

He sped up, because he wanted to see his Sleeping Beauty before her parents arrive. He also wanted to meet Aarav and talk to him. Ishaan knew Aarav had turned quite close to him in a very short time, so he felt the need to support him. He was still in a dilemma on how to tackle this situation, as he knew Aarav would talk to Shreshtha about their break up and then, once she wakes up, he can go and talk to her. But he knew, if she really loved Aarav so much; as Aarav had defined, it would be really difficult for him to get her. But he wanted her in his life, and he wanted it badly.

 

It was not long before Ishaan reached the hospital and parked his car. The big illuminated sign read ‘Life Care Hospital’. He loved this workplace, it was where everyday a story was made and people prayed. It was not only a work place for him; it was a place to be worshipped.

 

He hurried to the main gate. He saw Aarav half walking half running in his direction. He stopped in his tracks, as Aarav approached. If he was good looking before, now he looked handsome. He was wearing a black leather jacket, which complimented his fair colour. His hair looked less tousled and more presentable. The innocent look on his face made Ishaan think, why a girl won’t love him. He looked no less than a Greek God himself. A smile crossed his face, when he saw Aarav smile at him too.

 

‘Doc, did you get my text?’ Aarav immediately spoke, not even bothering to shake hands.

 

‘Haha! Yes, I did. And I am here to support you. But, why are you so worried?’ Ishaan mocked him jokingly.

 

‘I am not worried. I am scared to death. Aunty is coming, and you don’t know how much she loves Shreshtha. If she sees her in this state, I can bet that someone will die today.’

 

‘Hmmm! This sounds scary. But, we will have to talk to her first, before she meets Shreshtha. We need to tell her the impact she can create on Shreshtha. She is our only chance of her recovery now. I don’t want to take any chances.’ Ishaan said; his tone business like, all humour gone.

 

With this, he immediately started walking towards Shreshtha’s ward; it had been a long time that he had not seen her or talked to her. He didn’t even know if she liked him or thought of him as a stupid doctor, but he wanted to see her anyway. He prayed silently while passing through the temple, and moved on further.

 

Aarav followed Ishaan, not sure what to do. All he knew was; this person was his only saviour. He could not imagine what would he have to explain and how would he even explain to Shreshtha’s mother, the reason of her state. He was scared that aunty will not spare him, after she hears that he broke up with her and she did a stupid thing.

 

They both entered the hospital ward where she was and stood in silence. Aarav looked at the once beautiful face, which was now pale and lifeless. Ishaan looked at her Sleeping Beauty, and sadly thought about her state.

 

‘Dr Ishaan, Shreshtha’s parents are here.’ A nurse in white approached and announced timidly.

 

‘Okay. We will meet them first before they see Shreshtha. Lead them to my cabin Joy.’ Ishaan said.

 

The nurse nodded and left immediately. Ishaan shot a glance at Aarav, who was now pale from the news, and motioned him to join. Aarav reluctantly followed Ishaan.

Chapter 14

Dr. Ishaan and Aarav reached the cabin and waited for Shreshtha’s parents to arrive. After five minutes they could hear the hurried tones, and they knew it was time. Aarav shifted in his chair, and Ishaan could not help but shiver. It was like they have appeared for an exam without studying anything.

 

The door of Ishaan’s cabin flung open after a gentle tap and the nurse peeped inside.

‘Sir, they’re here.’ She said.

‘Yes, send them in Joy.’ Ishaan motioned with his hands.

 

She disappeared behind the door and opened the door. Shreshtha’s parents entered, and Ishaan could almost immediately tell that she had got the features of her mother. Her mother was a mess, but she still looked divine. She was a lady whom you would respect immediately. She had long, straight dark brown hair and smooth creamy skin. Her eyes wore a spark that could bring you to life. She looked like an angel, just like her Sleeping Beauty.

Shreshtha’s father was a smart looking, handsome old gentleman. He wore an expression of understanding on his face, and he looked calm even after all the thunderstorm around them. Ishaan immediately developed a liking for both of them.

 

They both immediately got up from their chairs and Aarav ran towards her mother and hugged her tightly and started crying. Ishaan was surprised at this. Just a moment ago, Aarav was scared to death to face Shreshtha’s parents, and right now he looked so close to them. He looked like a child who would run to their parents after a mess. Shreshtha’s father also hugged them both, and patted Aarav gently, motioning him to calm down.

 

As if realising where they are, Aarav immediately broke the hug and wiped his tears.

‘Sorry I got all emotional. Doc, these are Shreshtha’s parents; her mom Mrs Vibha and her dad Mr Shreyas. Aunty works for an NGO and also runs a business into Interior designing. Uncle is a property dealer. And guys, this is Dr. Ishaan. He is treating Shreshtha and he is the one who got her here.’ Aarav sounded like a kid from nursery introducing friends to parents!

 

Ishaan immediately walked to them and shook hands with both of them. Uncle smiled, but aunty was already in a huge despair to even talk further.

‘Aarav, Doctor, where is my daughter. The nurse said you wanted to meet us first before we see her. Please tell me, is she fine or not. Is she going to surv……?’ Shreshtha’s mom could not complete the sentence.

 

‘Please aunty, take a seat. Everything is fine with Shreshtha. She is stable right now and is showing improvement everyday. The reason I called you here because you are the only hope that we have to bring her back to consciousness. Aarav told me that she is very close to you, and after she hears your voice and your urge to get well, she can react and can get well soon. I didn’t want you to go in straight there without preparing for this, because this is the only chance that we have. Uncle, aunty, Shreshtha is going to be alright. She is a survivor, and nothing can stop her.’ Ishaan held Vibha’s hands and said all in a go. He felt quite relieved after this.

 

‘Guys, doc doesn’t want to take any chances on this. You have to be strong and let Shreshtha know that how desperately we all are waiting for her to be alright. We have a plan, and it will work. We need your help.’ Aarav joined in.

 

Mr Shreyas, who stood quite all this time, now spoke. ‘Definitely Aarav, we too want her to come back to life. We will do everything in our power to take her out of the hospital and back home. What do you want us to do?’

 

Ishaan let out a breath of relief. His face lit up and he smiled.

‘Okay, so studies have shown that if a person is in Coma, you can give them some type of hope to get up and get out of it. Anything of that sort, more like a shock can help the person recover. We are looking for you to do the same. Shreshtha loves her mother more than anything, and she is the only hope that we have to help her. Aunty, you would need to go and talk to her, urge her to try a bit harder and if this works, nothing like it.’ Ishaan explained the plan, and all the three in the room seemed to be engrossed in this conversation.

 

‘I will do anything for her son; I want her back to normal as soon as possible. Let’s go then.’ Vibha said with determination, and she seemed a bit relaxed as compared to the beginning.

 

‘That’s my wife!’ Uncle beamed with joy and patted on his wife’s shoulder. They both left the cabin and started towards the mission now they had to accomplish anyhow.

 

‘I like the doctor. He is such a nice guy; it seems