61 Who Was It? (1/2)

Noticing her expression, he said

”I guess you know it. And for your information, I was not the one who did it.”

Aliya had her eyes wide opened in astonishment. She was not able to decipher a simple statement. On one side the son says that his father was responsible for everything he suffered and on the other side the father claims that his son is wrong? This family was really one of the weird ones. She was in an utter state of confusion.

”But Rishi said that.....

As Aliya was about to argue Praveen said which made her silent for several seconds

”Because he doesn't knows the truth. He saw the surface but doesn't know what is buried deep inside.” he sighed

”I may believe you. Because I know you in person. You are a genuine being. The day Rishi said me everything I had many doubts. I was like how a man like you can do such a ruthless thing? But if it is true, then why don't you say it to him?” Aliya raised her voice as she asked the question

Praveen turned around and sighed.

”It is not that straight and simple. Have you disclosed all your evil secrets? No. You too know he is not a child who is easy to convince. Think of it.”

When he referred to Aliya's past, she could not help herself to frown.

”Hmmm.... That's right uncle. But...

”Your choice. If you want to believe me or not.”

Aliya still had many questions. She wanted to know every detail.

”Who was it?”

”I can't tell you. But everything is fine for now.”

”But why can't you say it to me? I mean... I won't believe you then. How can you expect me to believe if you aren't disclosing everything? How can you expect Rishi to be in good terms with you? When you yourself...

”Enough.”

Praveen turned and looked straight at her. Aliya didn't dare to speak anymore. She only looked at the side in disgust.

”See I know you have many thoughts running in your mind. But I can say these things only to the one who is capable enough to be my son's bride. I know you, you are a good person, but, vengeful. I still remember your anger and hatred that you had in your eyes that day. Do you remember your words?”

Aliya was transferred to that day where she had Rishi's dad in front him, threatening her to drop the idea to expose his son. Who could have imagined that such an ordinary girl can think of this devious plan?

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