Aashiq (15) (18+) End

Rafiq’s POV Few years later...... The haveli was silent when I stepped inside, my tired body craving rest after a long day at the office. A deep sigh left my lips as I glanced at the time—I had missed seeing my children before they slept. The thought weighed on me, but I shook it off, removing my suit jacket and loosening my tie as I walked toward the stairs, my polished shoes clicking against the marble floor. Just as I reached the steps, a small figure appeared before me—Anan, my niece, holding her soft teddy bear, her innocent eyes gleaming under the dim hallway lights. "Rafiq Abbu!" she chirped, her tiny feet bouncing slightly. I smiled despite myself. She was the eldest daughter of Zaid and Fiza—always a little rebel, but the sweetest one. Zaid often scolded her for calling me by name, but she never listened. I crouched to her level, ruffling her silky hair. "Anan, it’s late. Tum ab tak soyi nahi?" She g...