Chapter 23 The truth about marriage.

In Arien's room. "Why are we going back so early. I took a week's leave and now we're going back in the third day itself." Ashley didn't like the idea of going back now. "The reason is simple and you know that." Arien spoke gathering the things. "And what's that?" Ashley showed displeasure. "Devian's company" Arien sat beside Ashley and continued, "I can't be selfish, Ash, he's helping me so I'll help him back." "Yeah yeah, My little warrior doesn't take favors, I remember." Ashley patted Arien's back. "I remember, when we were young, you saved the guy from those bad boys alone only because he helped you." "Since then my father taught me self defense techniques. I miss him" Arien felt sad. "Ladies?" Devian was listening to their conversation but decided not to interfere but now Arien's mood would be dull if he didn't come to 'tease' her. "Yeah, we're done." Ashley