Chapter 236. Unwanted Encounter

Chahat turned towards quizzical Sherhzaad, who resembled a deer caught in headlights, as if she wanted to disappear into the ground. Sheharzaad saw confusion dancing in Chahat's eyes as she looked between her and Shehryaar.

"Mama, am I Chahat Ryar?" she asked innocently, walking closer to Sherhzaad before making grabby hands in her direction. Instantly, Sherhzaad picked her up in her arms, desperate for comfort.

"Answer her." Shehryaar stood tall and came closer, cornering her against the wall. Sheharzaad stepped back, holding Chahat in her arms a little too tightly.

"Mama!" Chahat drawled upon feeling suffocated. Sheharzaad immediately loosened her hold. "I'm sorry, mama's life," Sherhzaad soothed her daughter by rubbing her back.

"Mama, who is this man?" Chahat pointed towards Shehryaar.

"No one. He will go away soon," Sherhzaad responded to Chahat and looked at Shehryaar. Upon hearing her answer, Shehryaar stepped even closer to Sherhzaad, f