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There was no response from her other than her facial expressions of listening and admiration.
Deepak held her hand. “Roshni, my boss agreed to all my conditions. So never ask me this question again as to why I came here. I repeat…I came here for you, to spend time with you and convince you that I want to continue our relationship. I am committed, and I want you to believe me.”
Roshni had tears in her eyes, and Deepak noticed this. He gently wiped her tears and hugged her. “Roshni, please forgive me for what happened in the past. I was immature, confused and stupid to have said what I said. I could not have gotten a better life partner than you.”
Roshni freed herself from his embrace. She could not rely on him, yet. She respected him for this decision, and she believed he was honest when he mentioned his interest in her; however, it might take a long time for her to change her beliefs of him.
She gathered some strength. “Deepak, you do realize it is difficult for me to trust you at this time. It is a humongous challenge – not easy because all the past experiences are playing havoc on me, the things you said on the wedding night. I’m glad you are honest with me at least this time, but…but I cannot guarantee my feelings will change towards you, at least not overnight.”
She shifted her head a little to face him. “So, my sincere request is for you to go away. Please don’t waste time on me. You will certainly find somebody you love, and now that we are legally divorced as well, there is no obligation from either side. Please don’t waste time on me.”
Deepak opened his mouth and was about to say something but got interrupted by the doctor’s visit. The doctor noticed Roshni and Deepak sitting very close to each other and Deepak holding Roshni’s hand. The doctor was cautious about barging in and interrupting their privacy.
“Can I come in?” asked the doctor.
“Certainly, Doctor, please come in,” Roshni said.
Deepak freed Roshni’s hand and moved aside, giving the doctor some space so she could examine Roshni. The doctor performed her routine examination on Roshni and examined her wounds for any infection. All her injuries were healing.
“I see a note here that there is a possibility your stitches and bandages may be removed tomorrow,” the doctor said.
“Yes, Doctor, on Friday Dr. Swaminathan mentioned that he would examine them on Monday,” responded Deepak.
“I’m sure you’re looking forward to it. After that you will have some mobility. It may take some time for you to completely get back on your feet and walk without support, but you will start seeing good improvement,” the doctor said.
The doctor examined Roshni’s blood pressure and noted that it was low. She asked Roshni if she had dizzy spells, and Roshni said that she did. The doctor reviewed the charge sheet and the prescriptions and noted that Dr. Swaminathan had prescribed all that was necessary.
She looked at both of them. “I think you have all the medicines you need, Roshni. It’s just a matter of time…eat healthy food and that should help you regain your strength,” she said and left.
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At dinner time, Deepak asked Roshni what she wanted to eat. Roshni had no preference.
“Roshni, are you in for Indo-Chinese?” he asked after some thought.
“Indo-Chinese!” she exclaimed.
“Yeah, you remember, you introduced me to it, and I absolutely love it. Can we have some tonight, please?”
“Not sure if you can find it here, I mean, somewhere close by.”
Deepak called the front desk receptionist and enquired if there was a restaurant close by that served Indo-Chinese food. The receptionist knew of a place very close to the hospital. Deepak was very excited. They discussed a few dishes, and Roshni placed the order. Roshni wanted help with the toilet, so Deepak called the nurse to help her while he left to pick up the food.
Deepak thoroughly enjoyed the Indo-Chinese food with Roshni. While they ate, they talked about the food, the hospital and staff, and other topics. Deepak helped Roshni, and she was pleasantly surprised at his patience in taking care of her.
Of co
urse, it was only a day into this, and she thought, This is a great opportunity to test his patience. Let’s see how long it lasts.
After dinner, they watched TV for a few minutes before they retired.
Chapter 26
Roshni’s Recovery in Hospital
Monday was a normal day. The doctor was caught up with emergency cases and never came around to visit Roshni or remove her bandages. The day passed with Deepak by her side, taking care of her. The doctor on rounds visited in the evening and updated them that Dr. Swaminathan was planning on looking at Roshni’s wounds on Tuesday.
At the end of the day, Deepak said, “Roshni, I think you should rest now. You’ve been up for a long time.”
