"Shikha loves you, Dev. Give her some time. She will eventually come to trust you. Keep trying," Ranjana tried to offer solace and encouragement.
"Shikha loves me, but she doesn't trust me. I'm shattered, Ranjana," he replied, his voice choked with emotion.
Tears welled up in Ranjana's eyes. Seeing his despair, she herself felt utterly devastated.
"Give Shikha some time. As a wife, she has the right to be cautious. Once you let go of the past and approach her with love and sincerity, she will inevitably forgive you," Ranjana gently advised, her voice filled with empathy.
"She won't believe me. She'll only trust me when I'm no longer alive," Dev uttered, his words hitting Ranjana like a blow.
"Dev... please don't say that. Think about Shikha and your two children. You’re everything to
