His DULHAN The Claim in His Words

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RUHANI POV ~

I was nervously standing outside the door, waiting for him to get dressed. I had no courage to face him after what had just happened. I actually checked him out.

The thought alone made me cringe. Oh my Allah, how embarrassing. My cheeks were still burning, and no matter how much I tried, his almost naked figure kept replaying in my mind.

Unconsciously, I kept thinking about it. I don’t want to, but I can’t erase it either. My thoughts spiraled further as I sighed to myself

Well....

"kya sunehri thali mein sunehra banda parosa gaya hai mujhe… he’s so… so hot, undeniably sexy" My cheeks burned at the thought.

[ "Has a golden man been served to me on a golden platter... he’s so… so hot, undeniably sexy." ]

His eyes, a mesmerizing mix of green and gray, flashed in my mind. I’ve never seen eyes like those before… so intense, completely unreadable and stoic. How does someone carry such a presence?

Lost in these thoughts about my sohar (husband), I suddenly felt a sharp “boo” from behind me. Startled, I let out a shout, my heart leaping in surprise.

Ruhani Taha Mirza/FL/

Ahh!! 😣

Before I could gather myself, I heard a mischievous laugh. Turning around quickly, I saw Ayyan, his younger brother, grinning like a devil.

Ruhani Taha Mirza/FL/

Ayyaan..aap..?! *exhaled*

Ayyan Mirza/ML Brother/

“Bhabhi, aap aisa bhi kya soch rahi thi jo itna khoyi hui thi?” *he teased* [ sister in law, what were you thinking about so deeply that you were so lost ]

Ayyan Mirza/ML Brother/

“Aur dekho toh, aapke toh gaal bhi laal ho rakhe hain. Kahin bhai ko subah-subah nanga-punga toh nahi dekh liya naaa? [ And look at you, your cheeks are completely red. Don’t tell me you saw my brother… um, you know, without clothes?! ]

His naughty, mischievous words made me freeze, and I felt a rush of shyness hit me like a wave.

Ruhani Taha Mirza/FL/

😳

Ya Allah, no! Why is he like this? My cheeks grew hotter, and I quickly lowered my gaze, wishing the floor would open up and swallow me whole.

Ayyan Mirza/ML Brother/

*Seeing my reaction, his smirk grew wider.* Sachiii? Aye hayee, maze-mazee, Bhabhi! *he teased further, bursting into laughter* [ Really? Oh my, this is so fun, Bhabhi! ]

I felt like digging a hole and burying myself in it forever. Why does he have to be like this?

Ughhh!!!

Ruhani Taha Mirza/FL/

*clenched eyes*

I clenched my eyes shut in shame, my face burning, wishing I could vanish into thin air. But then I heard Ayyan's sudden yelp of pain. Startled, I opened my eyes to see my sohar ji holding Ayyan's ear firmly, twisting it with just enough force to make him wince.

Ayyan Mirza/ML Brother/

"Sorry, sorry, bhai! I was just joking!" **Ayyan pleaded, flailing lightly in an attempt to escape his grasp**

Taha’s expression remained cold and unreadable, his tone sharp and deep as he spoke,

Taha zayan Mirza/ML/

“Zuban sambhal ke, samjhe chhote miyan. Biwi hai wo hamari. Tameez se pesh aao. Chalo, salam karo. Fir haal-chaal theek hai, chhote miyan... samjhe?” [ Watch your tongue, understood, little brother. She’s my wife. Show some respect. Now, greet her properly. Then, ask her how she’s doing, little brother… got it? ]

Ayyan Mirza/ML Brother/

**Ayyan winced but managed to reply** Samajh gaya, bade bhai! Bas aaj ke baad mere chhote kaan pe julm mat karna. [ Got it, big brother! Just don’t torment my poor little ears again after this.]

Ayyan Mirza/ML Brother/

**He looked at me with a pout and said** Sorry, bhabhi. Assalamualaikum, bhai aur bhabhi. [ Sorry, sister-in-law. Assalamualaikum, brother and sister-in-law.]

I felt a chuckle rising in my throat at his adorable expression but managed to stifle it, biting my lip to keep it in.

Despite his apology, Taha didn’t immediately let go of Ayyan’s ear, and only after what felt like an eternity of pleading did he finally release him. As soon as Taha let go, Ayyan took off, rubbing his ear dramatically. But before disappearing completely, he turned back, mischief still glinting in his eyes, and yelled

Ayyan Mirza/ML Brother/

“Main toh sabko batane ja raha hoon! Nanga punga bhai! Bhabhi ne dekha aapko! Chhi chhi, koi sharam nahi hai bhai ko! Besharam!” [ I’m going to tell everyone! Naked brother! Sister-in-law saw you! Ew ew, no shame at all! Brother has no shame! Shameless! ]

His loud teasing echoed through the hall as he ran away, leaving me rooted in place, my eyes glued to the floor. Heat crept up my cheeks and neck again, spreading rapidly like wildfire. Ya Allah, will this day never end?

A long silence followed. The air in the room was heavy, and I didn’t dare to look up at him. He, too, said nothing, his face stoic as always. Finally, after what felt like an eternity, he broke the silence.

Taha zayan Mirza/ML/

“Chale?” *His tone was neutral but firm, leaving no room for argument.* [ "Shall we go?!" ]

Ruhani Taha Mirza/FL/

**nodded*

I hesitated before nodding softly, unable to form words. My heart thudded painfully in my chest, threatening to leap out at any moment.

He started walking, his strides long and purposeful, and I followed behind him. I struggled to match his pace, my steps quickening in an attempt to keep up. My bangles jingled softly as I walked, the sound seeming loud in the otherwise quiet hallway.

Noticing my effort, he slowed his pace slightly, slipping one hand into his pocket while the other fiddled with his phone.

I shyly smiled to myself, feeling a strange warmth bloom in my chest.

Ruhani Taha Mirza/FL/

*smile shyly*

Walking beside him, I couldn’t help but feel his presence, his aura wrapping around me like an invisible blanket.

It wasn’t just his proximity—it was the quiet strength he carried, the warmth that radiated from him despite his cold, stoic demeanor.

For the first time, I felt a flicker of comfort in this new, unfamiliar life.