OUR MARRIAGE IS JUST A PIECE OF PAPER : EPISODES 91 – 100
Episode 96
I have started getting a lot of cravings nowadays. But then I try to subdue them since I can’t cook well, and I don’t want to trouble others unnecessarily.
I thought my 1st Anniversary would be special; I wanted it to be special.
And I even thought of planning a surprise dinner for our anniversary, but then all those bitter memories came flooding back, ruined by Ansh.
And anyways I have an appointment with the doctor tomorrow, I dropped the plan. Mrs. Bhatt said that she needs to perform some tests to check for any hereditary disease followed by a detailed sonography.
It’s already 10 pm, and Ansh hasn’t returned from the office. I have been waiting for him for so long. Initially, he used to be back before 9, but now it’s getting prolonged. He was definitely busy.
I was tired of not doing anything, so I laid on the bed, closing my eyes.
I thought at least I’ll wish Ansh. I wanted to be the first one, and I wanted him to be my first one.
OUR MARRIAGE IS JUST A PIECE OF PAPER : EPISODES 91 – 100
I woke up promptly with my cell ringing. I checked around, but my room was as deserted as it was earlier.
“Hey!! J…”
“Happy very 1st Marriage Anniversary Hana……”
“You didn’t come for the wedding, but you have all the time to wish me at perfect 12.” I said looking at the clock.
“Yeah!! It’s sad I couldn’t attend your mission, but anyways guess who’s with me…” He said excitedly.
“Who????”
I was excited now.
Happy Wedding Anniversary Ahana…. “I heard two voices together.
“Piya… Mir….!!! Is this a conference call??” I said surprised.
“Of course…..” They said together. I had a bright smile on my face. It felt good to hear from them.
“Come on.. Put the phone on speaker. I want to wish Ansh too.” Piya said.
“Piya… He ain’t home till now. Actually, there is a lot of workload. And I am also not going to the office. So, he has to manage it on his own.”
“But….” Jaai was about to say something.
“Jaai…. It’s okay….” I said cutting him off.
Just then Dad and grandad entered.
“Ahana…. Happy anniversary… Bless you…”
I turned around, placing the phone on the speaker.
Party Party….. ” All of sudden everyone started shouting. Even Dad and grandad were laughing.
” Guys…. Shut up… And Piya…. What’s our little champ doing? You’ll wake him up.” I said.
” Champ is playing now and wants a party.” Mir said.
” Hmmm… I am not sure if… ” I was confused about how are we gonna go for it. Ansh and I haven’t spoken anything since a long time.
” We are having a party guys…”
” Grandad!” I was surprised. He suddenly spoke.
” Movie and dinner….. ” Dad completed him.
I was looking at him flabbergasted.
” I know Ahana has an appointment but we can surely enjoy after it. We didn’t have any get-together since long. Right Jaai? ” Dad said taking my cell.
” Yes… Uncle….. ”
What was happening….
But Seriously, I felt lucky that day. Ansh was missing out on so many sweet moments. He had such a lovely family and he wasn’t aware of it.
Everyone said goodbyes. Grandad and Dad were really cool. Cooler than my Dad too. I really liked them.
I don’t think I would have managed alone with Ansh this long without their support.
” Dad….. But Ansh…. ” It was barely audible. I wasn’t sure what his reaction would be. He wasn’t even home till now.
” I’ll invite him as well as the Sehgal’s. Let’s see then. You know Ansh very well now. He is a spoilt sport. I can’t promise anything Ahana though I made you promise something.
But I promise one thing that you won’t feel anything missing from our side. We shall do everything that makes you feel good. ” He said putting his hand on my head.
I smiled weakly now. He left saying goodnight. It was 1 and I was sleepy. But before going to bed, I texted Ansh wishing him the same since he wasn’t picking up his phone.
Ma, Dad, and grandpa also sent me their wishes.
Morning felt fresh and refreshing. It was February, and the butterflies and birds were at their best. Spring season brings a different freshness in one’s life.
I was a bit disappointed to see the empty space beside me as usual. I don’t think Ansh came home last night. I checked my phone, but there wasn’t any reply from his side. More disappointment. But I am used to it now.
I called Jen.
” Yes, mam…. Morning. Happy Anniversary.”
” Thanks Jen….. Is Ansh in the office?” I asked spontaneously.
” Yeah!! He was here last night, till early morning.
But when I came in the morning, sir said he will take a day off today as he has some important work to attend.”
” Oh! Thanks. Tell me if you need any help today. ”
I hung up. I was a bit happy that maybe Ansh was planning a day out with me and must be on his way home. Some hopes.
I had the appointment in the afternoon. Jaai came to pick me up before time. He is never late. When I went downstairs, he was already sitting with Dad.
” Hi….. ”
” Hey!” I replied.
” Ansh is not home?” He queried.
I looked at Dad. He was as blank as I was.
” J… Why do you have so much to inquire? Are you coming with me or should I go alone?”
I said walking outside the house.
” Hey!! I am coming….. Bye uncle. See you at the mall. ” He came behind me running.
We had planned to watch a movie, and Dad had booked the tickets. I wasn’t aware if Ansh was a part of it or not.
But honestly, I didn’t care anymore. Why should I, when he didn’t care about our relationship? I also didn’t care anymore. Let it be. I had been waiting for him for two days, and there is still no response from him.
Irresponsible and frustrating… I don’t even have words now.
“Hana… Get in…” Jaai shouted.
“Yeah!”
We had a great time with everyone. Everyone was present except for Ansh. His phone was switched off, and no one knew where he was. Surprisingly, no one bombarded me with questions either.
It was peculiar because Ansh was absent from our Anniversary Celebration. I don’t know what excuse Dad made to everyone since Jaai and I arrived late when everybody was already at the mall having a great time.
I received numerous gifts from everyone. Even Mom didn’t ask me once about Ansh, and that made me more upset. Why doesn’t anyone care?
Have they assumed that there is nothing happening between us? “Ahana… Come on… Tell me. Cheese or Salted?” Piya called me, asking about the popcorn flavors.
Mir was with Kyle in his hand, along with the others. Kyle was indeed an adorable child, and Mir was a very good father after all.
I always wonder what Ansh would do. Never mind… He never bothers, and I don’t have any expectations from him.
“Salted, Piya,” I replied, taking the coke. I couldn’t even concentrate on the movie because my mind was still preoccupied.
OUR MARRIAGE IS JUST A PIECE OF PAPER : EPISODES 91 – 100
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