Chapter 16

They visited a beautiful lake , with mountains surrounding it . The clouds looked so close , as if they could them , just by lifting their hands . Small waves being produced in the lake was telling the story of its own . Everyone was looking around , enjoying the beauty . Ishaan was making a video, Zoya was busy taking selfies . Reya got down on her haunches and dipped her hand in water , it was ice cold . A smile covered her lips , she was loving , how clear the water is . Atharv saw her for a few minutes , but then went to her and pulled her hand out "you will get sick "he grumbled seeing her red hand from staying in cold , Reya pouted but didn't say much . Atharv wrapped his hands around heir's and brought it near his face. He was blowing on it , trying to warm it . Reya felt her heart beating faster at that time . Atharv heard her heartbeat , but kept his head down . They had a lot of fun there . Next, they went to a local market .everyone was scattered around . Zoya was with Ishaan ,Adira had pulled Ansh with him .Reya and Atharv was also looking around . Reya didn't have much interest in shopping , she knew that Zoya would do enough shopping for both of them . They moved up a bit on the hill . Reya was busy looking around . There were trees all around . Atharv got a call from Meera , he need to pick it up ."I need to pick this call" Atharv said moving a bit away . Reya shrugged and continued walking . Meera was only checking on them . Reya was looking around , when a woman came in front of her , Reya stopped with a halt .the woman was looking a bit scary , with her light eyes and a load of amulets , she looked around 70 years old . "Who are you ? "The woman said while trying to touch her amulet . Reya moved a step back and mumbled "Atharv...".she was getting scared . Atharv heard her whisper and quickly turned towards her . He saw a witch standing in front of her . Anger and protectiveness flared inside him . He went to her and pulled her beside him . The woman was focused on Reya, she again tried to touch her amulet . A strong gust of wind passed through them . Reya saw Atharv 's eyes flash , a gasp left her , but then she thought that it was an illusion . The woman had moved back after feeling the strong wind crash through her . Her mouth was hanging open , she looked at Atharv "leave her alone "Atharv hissed and the woman quickly started retreating . She had felt the energy coming off Atharv, she knew that her curiosity wasn't more important than her life . Reya hid her face in his chest , she was a bit shaken by the events .Atharv patted her hair in a soothing motion. When she relaxed a bit and moved back , Atharv said "we should return ". The day was spent exploring and having fun .after dinner , a bonfire was arranged . The slight fog was making the atmosphere much more beautiful .the girls were sitting with shawls wrapped around there shoulders .games were played. around midnight ,Reya was snuggled up against Atharv .their closeness came so effortlessly that she didn't even notice their position . After sometime , everyone went to their assigned rooms .they were tired due to the whole day of walking and exploring . Most of them were asleep after 5 minutes of laying on bed . Reya Adira and Zoya were in a room . Atharv called Adira and said "can you please keep an eye on Reya for me ? If she gets restless , try to soothe her by running your hands through her hair" Adira agreed and cut the call .Adira saw that after a few minutes of sleep , Reya had started getting restless, she was moving her limbs here and there .Adira ran her hand through her hair , made soothing coos , but nothing seemed to work . Reya got up , not knowing what was wrong. She saw Adira near her and the look of worry on her face .Reya mumbled" I think , its a new place , may be that's why..." Adira nodded and moved back . Reya again tried to sleep , Adira was acting as though she was fast asleep . Around 3 am , Adira got message from Atharv , asking about how it was going . Reya had woke up thrice till then . Adira said through telepathy "what do you expect ? She is restless, nothing I did, worked . You should know that its not going to work if its not you . Her need for you would be unavoidable till you make her yours ".Atharv felt sad .he knew that she was tired and now she couldn't even get proper sleep, but he couldn't do anything at that time . His presence in her room could call a lot of attention and whispers.