“Aashu, you have to be extra careful with your steps there. Your bhai is just one call away from you but still you have to be a brave girl.” Bhai sat me down for the last hour and told me all the safety measures twice.

“Bhai.” I held him by his shoulders and stopped him.

“I will not do anything that can put me in trouble. I will stay out of it. I promise you.” And he finally smiled. He caressed my head and placed a peck on my forehead.

“You are the heart of this family. You know it. Be aware of whatever you do.” And I nodded with a smile. He stood from the couch and walked out. And I kept looking at his disappearing figure.