"Bound By Tradition Unbound By Love" [ Completed]

Chapter 30

SIYA'S POV

As soon as Arjun left suddenly, I seated there in shock, I wondered why Arjun had left like that. Descending to the lower floor, I found Vasu Aunty and Radha Aunty engaged in conversation with my family. As soon as I arrived, Vasu Aunty inquired, "Siya, why did you come down? How is your fever? How are you feeling now?" Smiling, I reassured her, "I am fine, Aunty. Now, I am feeling better."

Scanning the room, I couldn't locate Arjun anywhere. Curious, I asked, "Where is Arjun?" Vasu Aunty smiled and replied, "He just left in a hurry, beta. He had some meetings, so he had to leave." I nodded in acknowledgment and settled down with them, still contemplating the abrupt departure of Arjun.

I messaged Arjun saying

Siya: Where are you, Arjun? Why did you leave like that? You didn't even say bye to me. 😟

Arjun: I have some work Siya.

Siya: Okay, but you could have at least told bye to me, right?

Arjun: Yes, I should have said bye. I didn't, so I will say it now.

Siya: What happened to you, Arjun? Why are you talking to me like that? 😧

Arjun: What did I do now? You just complained that I didn't say bye to you. I am saying it now.

Siya: Okay, I have understood. Are you mad at me for not telling you why I am stressed? ✔️ or ❌

Arjun: I asked you; you didn't want to share. That is your wish. But you still don't trust me,that's what hurts me siya.

Siya: It's not about trust, Arjun. It's about not wanting to make you worry with my insecurities. That's all. 🤷🏻

Arjun: That's where trust comes in a relationship, Siya. Anyways, take rest, have tablets, and eat well.

I messaged Arjun once more, my anticipation evident in the repetition of his name – "Arjun, Arjun, Arjun." The pause that followed heightened my curiosity as I awaited Arjun's response, eager to grasp the tone and content of his reply.

Frustrated with waiting for Arjun's message, I decided to call him. However, my attempts were met with disappointment as he disconnected my calls. Persistence led to a message from him, curtly stating, "I want some alone time, Siya. Don't disturb me. You deal with your insecurities." The abruptness of his message left me perplexed, grappling with a mix of emotions.

Deciding to respect Arjun's request for alone time, I chose to give him some space and planned to initiate a conversation with him tomorrow. Hoping that a fresh day would bring a more open dialogue, I patiently awaited the opportunity to address the underlying issues between us.

That night, after dinner, Dev Bhai entered the room and inquired, "Laddu, did you and Arjun have a fight?" I glanced at him and questioned, "Why are you asking, Bhai?" He revealed, "Because he was asking about your health to me, and he inquired whether you took your medicines and had your dinner or not."

I responded irritably, "Tell him that if he wanted to know, he should ask me, not you." With that, I covered the duvet over my head, overhearing my brother say, "Whatever it is, solve it soon, Laddu. I know it can be from your side." Feeling agitated, I messaged Arjun, expressing my frustration, "You could have asked me about me. Why message Dev Bhai? 😡😡😡😡😡😡"