Devastation.

Each ICT member could feel it deep within them. Their goofy ball has been missing for three days and they have no clue.

Yesterday, after talking with Shreyas, their guts twitch with an unsettling feeling. Today morning when Krunal finally answered their call, they got the shock of their life.

" I really don't know where Ishu is. He saw Rohit's interview and slowly walked out of the house. The poor guy even tried calling his bestfriend, only to find himself cut off from his life. Why Shubman Gill, why would you block in or behave like a jerk to him ?? "

Those were the exact words of Krunal.

Rohit and Shubman had flinched at the revelation. They regret their actions. The guilt they harboured was weighing on their chest.

Rohit couldn't believe he hurt his little brother. Ishan, his baby, must be so hurt and devastated. He can not imagine what the lad must have gone through. And he did see some of those comments his so-called fans made.

Ritika and Virat had called him, both of them were really disappointed at him. The MI members have been upset with him as well.

Shubman, cursed himself on behalf of Ishan. His best friend who always supported him, was at his bad with him, who celebrated his victory more then himself was hurt and missing. His soul shivered thinking about the scenarios that could happen.

Rohit was also scolded by his elder brothers for such statements. Shubman got some really nice wording from his sister.

Other team members where no less. Somewhere even they felt guilty and loss of words.

And to top the matter worst no one, not even the Pandya brothers have any clue about their goof ball. They tired talking to Shreyas too, and the guy talked in a very formal tone which hurt them.

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" No Shrey bro, please n. Ye dawai kitni karwi h, yuck. " Ishan made a cute pleading face.

" But Ishu, it's important for your recovery. Ok let's make a deal, tomorrow on the way home I'll get of chocolates and ice-cream but you'll be good boy today ?? "

Ishan furrowed his eyebrows and tapped his chin with index finger, he looked so cute. Shreyas took a quick snap and shared it with others. Shreyas cooed as his heart melted at the sight.

" Ok, I'll have this yuckie meds but don't forget your promise. " Ishan passed his famous gummy smile.

" Atta, that's my boy. "

" Shreyb, when will others come ?? "

" They'll come by afternoon. Hardik Bhai has a meeting to attend. " Shreyas replied feeding to Ishan.

" Bhai tell me something about you. "

" We will talk later bacche, now you take rest. Today even Agastya and Kabir will come, you don't want to be tired or sleepy, right, so sleep kiddo. "

Ishan wanted to protest but his meds effect did not help. He felt sleepy and was now snoring. Shreyas chuckled and fixed Ishan's pillow and blanket, and settled on the sofa.

As the sat, his mind kept going to how will they handle Ishan. Hardik did pull some strings to to keep this matter under the wraps but till when. Someday Ishan has to come to light, he just can not disappear from the face of earth.

He sighed and rubbed his face.

He missed the time when Ishan would prank them and keep chattering anything and everything. Doing weird food experiments.

Tomorrow after discharge, he somehow has to take Ishan to his own house without being seen. Hardik and others had to attend Ambani's pre-wedding celebration.

His chain of thoughts was broken by soft whimpers. He saw Ishan tossing and turning, seems like he's get night mares.

" Ishu, it's okay kiddo. You are fine Ishu. Get up baccha, bura sapna h bas. " Shreyas with a very gentle tone calmed him.

For the first time he was so angry at his Rohit bhaiya. Their little sunshine looked so weak and scared all because of them. For the first time he is disappointed with his Rohit bhaiya.

Shreyas sat near Ishan's bed, to give him security the hold his hands too.

It was mid noon when the Pandya family came to meet Ishan. The kids were a little too excited to meet their Ishan chachu. Pankhuri and Natasha cooked healthy homemade meal for Ishan, all his favourite.

Poor babies taste bud must be so bland with all those meds and hospital food. As they entered Hardik was the first to rush by Ishan's side.

" Abhi kaisa h mera baby ?? Is it paining somewhere?? " He inquired in a gentle tone.

" I'm good Harry bhai. "

" Harry move you idiot. Let us meet our baby. My baby, you look so dull and thin. See me Pankhs cooked your favourite. " Natasha smiled.

She kissed his forehead and Pankhuri followed.

" And we will feed you with our own hands. My cutie. "

The kids came forward with a handmade ' get well soon ' card.

" Chachu this is for you. Come home soon then we will play video games and other games together. " Cabir said in his baby voice.

" Yes chachu. And we will partner up together. Dada and bade papa don't know anything. " Agastya added.

" Of my crime partners, we will team up and win all the games. " Ishan chatted happily.

The three kids kept chatting and planning while the bhabhis' fed their baby.

Hardik, Krunal and Shreyas smiled seeing their brother happy and smiley again. After so long they saw a genuinely happy Ishan. Though Pandya brothers seemed a little sour to leave their baby alone, not exactly but still. The function was important too.

" Ishu "

" Jii bhaiya ?? "

" Baby we have a function to attend and it's important. We don't want to leave you alone but you can't travel currently - " Krunal was interrupted.

" So I'll stay alone ?? " Ishan asked with sad eyes.

" No baby. You will be with Shreyas. It's just a matter of two days, will you be fine ?? " Hardik cautiously questioned.

" Of course I would love to spend time with him. He is like my best friend you know. " He replied with a cheerful smile.

" But bhaiya tell me something about myself from the part of memory which I lost. "

Everyone stiffened at the question. Sure it was an expected question but no one was ready to face it this soon. They all had tried to keep his mind diverted from the topic, but what must happen, must happen.

" You are a photographer. You work at a famous company in Spain. And you were here for vacation but this happened. "

" How did I meet you guys?? What are your profession?? What - "

" Shant mere rajdhani express, shant. Kitna bolta h. Hum teeno cricketers h. Aur hum ek shoot ke through mile the. Aur aab ye sab chor, ye dekh hum board games leke aaye h. Chal khelte h. " Hardik quickly diverted his attention, fortunately which Ishan didn't notice.

He gave one look to everyone clearly stating ' I'll explain later. '

And the family enjoyed their time playing, laughing and chatting. After around three hours or so the kids feel asleep whereas Ishan was taken for some tests.

" Hardik Bhai apne - "

" I know Shrey. Aur maine jo kiya sahi kiya. For the time being, uttermost two years, Ishan ko limelight se dur rakhna hoga. And uss time Tak hum usko observe karenge and then we will bring him back. Aur mai khud usko sachai bataunga. "

Hardik's tone has very clipped and dead serious. Others though not satisfied but hesitantly agreed as it was for the best.

Hardik asked Natasha to contact her friend in Spain and begged her to help them. Sensing the gravity of the matter the owner agreed.

So it was decided that when Ishan is recovered enough to travel, he along with Natasha and Agastya will move to Spain for sometime. Hardik wanted to keep his brother with him always but at the moment it was very risky.

When Ishan returned, he was exhausted. Others stayed for a while till Shreyas went home to freshen up and pack dinner for himself.

Then others left kissing his forehead and murmuring good night.

" You too take care Shrey. Don't exert yourself too much. Aur kuch ho toh immediate call karna. "

" Yes Bhai. Have safe journey. "

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Someone give some ideas for ' tale of hidden Love '. I'm seriously blank there.

Ishu is back guys.....