OUR MARRIAGE IS JUST A PIECE OF PAPER : EPISODES 101 – 110
Episode 106
“Yeah…. But then you are going to be the mother of his child. Soo…”
“So…. The discussion ends here. I have been having cravings for the last couple of days. I want to have a cheesecake.”
“Ya… We’ll have one but Hana…. You can shut me up, but you can’t shut your heart and lie to yourself. Can you?”
I didn’t speak anything till we reached the cafe. I don’t know what to answer because I didn’t have one. It’s true I can’t shut my heart, but… I don’t know…
We had a cheesecake and a cup of hot chocolate. I was not supposed to drink coffee as it would be bad for the baby. And somehow I had the power to control myself too.
We are currently standing outside the Raichand’s Mansion. Jaai is beside me, and we haven’t spoken a word for five minutes.
“So…. You told him everything?”
“I didn’t have any option left. I can’t let him think badly of my only best friend.”
“Hana…. Why didn’t you tell him that in the first place? It’s no secret. Maybe things would have been perfect between you two.”
I didn’t speak anything. Frankly, I don’t think things would have been perfect. There would have been some issue or the other.
“Ahana…. Look at me….” I turned to look at him.
“It’s not late yet. Please accept what is going on in your heart. Stop ignoring it. You can’t live alone for a lifetime. Life is very long, and we need someone with us. Don’t be foolish like me.”
“Jaai…. Bye… It’s already late, and I am sleepy. Good night.”
“Let’s see till what time, Mrs. Raichand survives this game.” I heard him say.
“And it’s only 7 in the evening. Anyways, good night.” I waved back at him without looking for once. I can’t face him. He knows me very well.
I don’t know what he was saying, and I didn’t want to understand.
Hi… Ahana….”
“Hey! Dad…” Dad and Grandad were sitting in the living room. I joined them.
“Good… You came. Where is Ansh?” Dad asked.
“He had some work to do.”
I said sipping some water.
“God!! When will this boy learn? He doesn’t know how to take care of his pregnant wife. Wait till I lay my hands on him.
I didn’t leave Ansh’s Mom’s side once when she was pregnant.” Dad said angrily.
Grandad and I were laughing now.
“Anyways, Ahana… I want to tell you that Dad and I have to visit an old friend. So if you don’t mind staying by yourself.”
“Of course not. I am pretty sure that Ansh will be coming back any moment.”
I hope he must be coming soon.
“Ahana… If there is anything you need, please feel free to call us.
We are your family,” Grandad said.
“Yup… Sure. Thanks. I think I will rest for some time.”
“Better… If you want, I can call Ansh… Or you can join us too. Let Ansh worry about where did you go.. It will be fun,” Dad said winking.
“Dad… That won’t be necessary. I am fine. Please go on with your plans. I want to rest too,” I said smiling.
They are really loving.
“Ahana… If you have any cravings, don’t hesitate. Trust me, even I can be a foodie. Don’t depend on Ansh. He is boring,” Dad chimed in while leaving.
I laughed.
“Sure… Bye…”
Soon they left. The house was silent again. I couldn’t have survived alone for sure.
I went to my room and changed into comfortable and loose tees and shorts.
I was really bored now. I had completed my book too. It was 8 pm already, and I decided to watch a movie.
“Mam… What will you have for dinner?” Sara asked me when I sat down in front of the TV. I looked at the door; Ansh wasn’t home yet.
“Hmmm… I am not hungry. Prepare something for others.”
“Uncle and grandad said that they won’t have dinner at home. And I wanted to go home early tonight.”
“Oh! Fine then. You can leave. See you tomorrow.”
“For Sir…”
“Hmmm… It’s okay. You know he occasionally has dinner at home. Let it be. We’ll manage.”
“Okay… Bye.”
Sara also left. I was alone completely now. I turned on the television. There wasn’t anything interesting. I did a bit of pending work, but there wasn’t much because Ansh managed all of that.
It was past 9, and still, I didn’t hear anything from Ansh. I called him, but he wasn’t answering his phone.
God!!! I don’t think he will ever improve.
Ansh has his spare keys, and Dad has his. So I double-locked the door and went to sleep. A small nap would be good.
I felt a strong similar cologne surrounding me. Something that I liked. There was pitch darkness around me. I twisted and turned around. But I was constricted by a strong wall.
Wait!! No…. It can’t be a wall.
“Hmmm…”
A strong arm pulled me towards it.
“Oh! God. It’s Ansh,” I whispered.
I saw him sleeping peacefully beside me. I didn’t realize when he came back.
His hair was messed up. He snuggled a bit. I smiled looking at him. I touched his face slowly.
He looked so sweet while sleeping. His manly fragrance still strong in my nostrils. Only the moonlight lit our room very dimly as my eyes adjusted to the darkness.
I freed myself from his hold. It was comparatively easier this time. I looked at the clock. It was 5 minutes to 12, and trust me, I was starving now. I went to the bathroom and freshened up a bit.
Ansh was still clutching his pillow. I wonder when did he return. He looked good while sleeping, well, everyone does, but with Ansh, it has always been different.
OUR MARRIAGE IS JUST A PIECE OF PAPER : EPISODES 101 – 110
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