Shabd nodded, his hands reaching out to lift her in his arms. However, he suddenly remembered something, retracting his hands and stepping back. Kriti blushed, her face turning a shade of crimson.
Leaving the room, Shabd approached Veena and instructed her to assist Kriti. Veena promptly fetched the wheelchair and brought Kriti to the dining room. By the time they arrived, Shabd had freshened up and was already seated for dinner, having changed into loose nightclothes.
Silence enveloped the room as they ate their meal. Afterward, Shabd retired to the study room, while Kriti made her way back to the guest room with Veena's help. Veena gently assisted her onto the bed, arranging the quilt to cover her.
"Madam, call me tonight if you need anything. I'll stay here tonight," Veena offered, p
