Chapter 31-Chapter 36
Chapter 31
Kripa suddenly feels this immense pain grow within her, with each step he takes away from her. She stands in place as memories flood her mind, their conversations and moments flash like a vivid dream right before her eyes. "Come on Krips your my best friend, obviously I'll be there when you need me!" "Always?" "Always". She smiles remembering how Angad protected her from Prithvi. She is just about to pull back when Angad kisses her greedily, almost as if he has wanted this for a long time. She blushes remembering their first kiss. Suddenly from behind, someone whispers, "Mere bare mein sooch rahi thi?" Kripa gasps and turns to find Angad behind her. Kripa feels nervous remembering how he can make her heart flutter. "We are okay rite?" "Mhmm and now you better not cry again because you know I can't stand tears in your eyes, now come on cheer up Krips". Kripa remembers how easily Angad forgave her after saying so many horrible things that she has done, which she will always regret, even today. "I'm sure Prem would like to know who your first kiss was" When Angad had said this, Kripa had felt frustrated, but now she couldn't help, but smile thinking how she could have overlooked this. "YOU CAN'T TAKE HIM AWAY FROM ME!! PLEASE I NEED HIM, HE IS MY BEST FRIEND! PLEASE KEEP HIM SAFE! PLEASE MAKE HIM WELL! PLEASE I BEG YOU, I CAN'T LOSE HIM! I JUST CAN'T! IF HE DIES, THEN SO WILL I, I PROMISE YOU!" Kripa herself was shocked that night at the temple that she could have such a strong reaction to Angad being hurt, she didn't know at the time what this was, mistaking it for friendship but was it? "I'm all yours…I mean I'm all ears" She laughs at his little quirks; he could always make her laugh even without intending to. "Of course, he has to be good enough for my Krips, and no one is good enough for you except…" "Except who!!" "Except me of course!" Kripa recalls this moment thinking how she could have missed this, how could she have let this go unnoticed, perhaps somewhere deep down she believed she wasn't good enough for him. His love has been staring at her in the face and she let it go unseen. "You sure you're not in love with me?" Kripa pauses, as the phrase replays in her mind over and over until she finds her answer. "You two are the cutest couple I have ever seen" "Your lucky to have such a romantic husband" "Kya jodi banayi upar wala ne, sada suhagan raho". She realizes that everyone can see that they are meant to be, well everyone except her. Angad draws closer to Kripa, looking onto her lips with desire. He moves closer and rubs his lips onto hers for a moment and then finally claims her lips as his. She blushes remembering the passionate look in Angad's eyes. His hands are lightly draped over her body, while her head rests buried in his perfectly sculpted chest, holding onto him rather tightly. She gets shy remembering waking up to find herself wrapped up in the arms of Angad Khanna, she loves being in his embrace, she feels at peace. "It's only for you Krips, only for you…There is something I have been meaning to tell you, something that I have realized, something I want you to know, something I need you to know. Krips, you are really important to me. This past year so much has happened with us. Being away from you made me realize how important you are to me. Krips you are the love of my life, Main tumse pyaar karta hoon, I love you Krips, I love you!" At this point, it dawns on Kripa that this was never meant to be just friendship, it was always love, just disguised as friendship. Kripa wants to shout out loud to Angad, "I LOVE YOU TOO!" but she won't because she has to make it up to him and she knew when she would do it as well. Right now, all she wants was to run into those protective arms and hug him, kiss him, and LOVE HIM! Oh, she wished she could do a little happy dance, but boy would that be awkward with a room full of elite people.
She knows now what Angad meant by when he said, "You know what, you are just scared of being vulnerable and losing control" The truth is that she is scared, scared to open herself to him for the taking, scared that he might walk all over her heart, scared to get hurt, but watching Angad express his pain through the song, it is like watching him rip out his soul. It is excruciating pain for the both of them. Tears ran down her cheek, yet a smile across her lips, she loves Angad Khanna!
When Kripa finally breaks her train of thoughts, she realizes that Angad has walked over to the bar and again starts drinking. Kripa thinks, "When will he learn." Angad keeps trying to avoid looking at her, glancing here and there. Kripa smiles and makes her way towards Angad to join him.
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Kavya and Anjali join the dance floor as Angad sings the song. Kavya and Anjali both know it is heartbreaking for not only Angad, but Kripa as well. They continue to dance to the soulful lyrics while occasionally glancing at Kripa and Angad. Anjali puts her head on his chest and says, "I can't see bhai like this Kavya, It really hurts… I just know Kripa loves bhai so much, but I don't understand why she rejected him…" Kavya replies in a soothing voice, "Anju don't worry they will sort this out soon, I'm sure! Just by looking at Kripa you can tell she feels guilty and will soon enough realize that this is love, Angad is the love she was looking for all her life" Kavya then wipes her lone tear in her eye away. Anjali looks up at Kavya and says, "Do you think we should do something to help them?" Kavya shakes his head replying, "No Anju, we aren't going to interfere, they have to work this out on their own… AND if my sister becomes too much of a pain and stubborn then we will definitely knock some sense into her!" Anjali giggles, "Ok agreed!" They continue to dance while loving each other's tight embrace and warmth. Anjali soon after replies, "Kavya" Kavya softly replies, "Mhmm" Anjali then explains, "Listen Kavya you know how you would beat up Angad and Neev if they ever hurt your sisters…" Kavya nods not knowing where Anjali was going with this. She continues, "WELL you see if your dim-witted sister and my idiot friend A.K.A Kripa doesn't realize her love, then I will surely strangle her!!!" Kavya replies, "Well then I guess I will have to find a way to torture you for strangling my sister with say….my lips!" Anjali blushes smacking Kavya while dancing as he laughs at her innocence.
As the song finishes they applaud Angad's great performance and adding the romantic atmosphere for them as well. Soon after Angad leaves towards the bar and Anjali is just about to go and stop him when Kavya pulls Anjali and signals her to look at a very very very lost Kripa, gazing into space. Kavya and Anjali crack up at the sight, knowing she is definitely fighting some inner battles.
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Neev and Prachi stand at one of the tables. They sit next to each other, hand in hand, well secretly, of course, under the table, away from all the aunties' gossip filled hungry eyes. Neev and Prachi sit just listening to Angad's beautiful voice. Prachi would look at Kripa from time to time, seeing her in so much pain. Prachi curses under her breath, "Idiot! Bol kyun nahin deti!!" Neev hears Prachi muttering something so he asks, "Kuch kaha jaan?" Prachi turns Neev's face so he could see Kripa with her tear brimmed eyes. Prachi says, "Why is she so stupid sometimes, dil ki baat nahin samaj ti!" Neev wraps his arm around her in a comforting manner and wipes away the tear in her eye and replies, "Prachi, she will understand when she is ready, and I'm sure it will be soon, don't worry it will be fine! I know Kripa isn't that slow, but you gotta give me props I'm faster" Prachi whips around, "Are you nuts!! It took you three weeks to realize you loved me you idiot!! It has only been a day since Angad told her he loves her!! It took you weeks!!" Neev looks down embarrassed and quietly replies, "Oh yea, but it seemed less!" Prachi says angrily, "YOU JERK! It felt like decades for me and your saying it seemed less" Prachi turns around and lets out a loud, "HMPH!!" Neev slowly touches her shoulder and turns her around, then holds his ears in an apology. Neev keeps repeating in a cute manner, "Sorry jaan!!" Prachi finally caves and places her head on his shoulder, while looking towards Angad and Kripa in sadness.
As the song finishes, a loud applause is audible to everyone in the room. Neev and Prachi clap enthusiastically, cheering on Angad. Prachi sees the pain in Kripa and Angad's eyes'. They look so depressed. Prachi wants to comfort her sister, aid her in her confusion. Prachi is just about to head towards Kripa and make her see reason when she saw that Kripa is already in deep thought. Prachi knows that Kripa is realizing her love, and Kripa actually is. Neev then starts dragging Prachi with him to Angad.
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Just as Kripa was nearing Angad, as Kavya and Anjali watch Kripa and Angad's every move, as Neev nears Angad himself with Prachi, they all stop dead in their tracks. A loud voice, claiming everyone's attention. Everyone looks towards the stage, in confusion.
Chapter 32
Everyone attention is captured by Surya Sharma's deafening voice. Everyone turns to see Dilip Khanna joining him on stage along with Naina and Gayatri. The four gather around Surya as he speaks to his audience, "Thank You Angad for singing that lovely song, once again you touched our hearts." Angad nods as everyone applauds his performance once again. He glances towards Kripa for a second and sees her looking towards him as well. Surya then continues, "And now, I want to thank you all for attending both my daughters 21st birthday along with my son's 22nd birthday. They are all the apples of mine and Gayatri's eye. We love them to bits. And right now I would like to invite to the stage Kripa, Prachi, and Kavya… along with Dilip's children; Angad, Neev and Anjali." The gang looks at each other in confusion and awkwardness. They all slowly approach the stage one by one, without a clue as to what they were doing there in the first place. Kripa keeps her eyes on Angad, whereas he keeps avoiding her gaze.
Finally when the children are all on stage, Dilip takes the microphone and says, "Ladies and Gentlemen it is our great pleasure to announce…the engagement of KAVYA with ANJALI, NEEV with PRACHI, and ANGAD with KRIPA." Loud cheering and applause is heard throughout the entire Sharma House. The kids basically have their mouths dropped wayyy down to the ground. They are in utter shock and sort of in denial, thinking this can't possibly be real. Prachi whispers kind of spaced out to Neev, "Neev pinch me I think I'm dreaming…" Neev pinches her really hard and Prachi yelps, "OWWW! NEEV!!" Neev just shrugs his shoulder with a smile on his face. Kavya just will not stop touching Anjali. Anjali whispers, "Kavya behave yourself, we are on stage for God sakes!" Kavya replies, "Kyun? Ab to meri hone wali biwi ho!" Anjali forcefully lets out a frustrated sigh trying to conceal her happiness. Now as for Angad and Kripa well… Kripa looks towards Angad as soon as it is announced while he looks at his parents in bewilderment. Kripa notices more pain come across his gorgeous face, the pain of reliving the rejection once again. Dilip and Surya start hugging each other and announce, "You guys will all be invited to the engagement of our children, which will take place next weekend!"
Everyone starts clapping, while Angad looks pretty upset. He doesn't want this, not this way at least. She didn't love him, or at least that's what she told him. He certainly didn't want pity, but that's exactly what it feels like. Kripa pastes a smile, trying to make it seem like it is forced, but on the inside she is jumping for joy. God really loves her, the day, no wait the minute after she realizes her love; she is to get engaged to him as well. Destiny is definitely on her side, she knows that much.
Everyone starts congratulating the three couples, who are still shocked out of their wits. They definitely did not expect this to occur, their engagements to be announced on their birthday. It is a happy occasion for all the children except one, Angad Khanna. The aunties and uncles gather around the children and parents to congratulate the pairs. On this note the party soon comes to an end.
Silence is heard from both families, as they sit in Sharma's living room. Dilip then speaks up, "Hum chahte hai ke tum log shaadi karlo…" The children now look up at their parents, still a little flabbergasted. It still has not fully sunk in what getting married entails. Kavya and Neev reply rather quickly, "OKAY!!" The adults look towards them shocked that Kavya and Neev agreed so rapidly. Surya isn't sure what he heard is right so asks, "Kya kaha?" Kavya and Neev have clasped their hands to their mouths in embarrassment for responding so fast. They slowly nod, trying their best not to seem overexcited. Prachi and Anjali look at the boys and blush and blush hard. Naina and Gayatri notice the red faces of the two girls and say, "lagta hai, Anjali and Prachi ko shaadi nahi karni Kavya aur Neev se!" Anjali and Prachi then scream on top of their lungs, "WHAT!! HUM NE NA KAB KAHA!" They scream so loud even Kavya and Neev get surprised. The adults laugh at Kavya, Neev, Anjali, and Prachi's enthusiasm.
Meanwhile Angad and Kripa have been silent spectators of this scene. Kripa knows she is in love with Angad, but she also knows that Angad isn't aware of this fact. She just prays that he won't mess this up. Angad is just really infuriated at the moment. Eventually the parents turn their attention to Angad and Kripa, who both seem lost in their own thoughts, staring off into space. Surya asks his daughter, "Kripa beta hum chahte hai ke tum sab ki shaadi ek hi din aur ek dusre se hi shaadi karo, beta, kya tumhe is shaadi se koi aitraaz hai?" Kripa doesn't even glance at the furious Angad and replies beaming, "Papa mujhe koi aitraaz nahin hai aur I'm sure Angad ko bhi nahin hai, hai na Angad?" Angad just forces a smile. Oh he wants to strangle her, HOW COULD SHE! He feels that Kripa only said yes to please her parents, sacrifice for her siblings, and sympathy for Angad. It hurts him much more than her refusal alone. Now he knows that if he refuses it would cause problems for his brother and sister not to mention even their families. He isn't that selfish. He knows that if Kripa were to refuse it would not be as big of a deal. The parents interpreted Angad's forced smile as a yes, so they jump out of their seats and start hugging each other frantically. Kripa takes a peak at Angad and sees him lost in thought, not to mention red from anger, but of course from the parents' perspective it looks as though he is blushing.
The Khanna's soon left the Sharma House and retired to the Khanna House to get to sleep. Prachi enters her room and changes her clothes. Then Prachi stands on her balcony looking up at the night sky. She is silently thanking god for giving her the best gift ever. God gave her, her Neev. She would soon be Mrs. Prachi Neev Khanna and she couldn't be happier. Prachi suddenly hears her cell phone ring in her purse and picks it up quickly. She hears the love of her life on the other end say, "You look sexy in you pajamas!" Prachi's mouth drops open and she whines, "Neev!! I do not!!! And stop looking!" Neev laughs, "Sorry cutie, but you look very very very cute" Prachi blushes and continues her whining. She then gently lies on her bed and says, "Neev I'm so happy today, the happiest I have ever been!" Neev replies sweetly, "I know what you mean! God our parents are too cool, It's like they can read our minds! Oh wait, I hope not…cuz I'm pretty sure even you wouldn't want to know what's going on in my mind!" Prachi warns, "Eww! Neev I'm gonna hang up!" Neev laughs, "HA yea rite, imposs…Hello?? Prachi?? Yoo Hooo? Anybody home? AWWW CRAP!!...she's too cute!" Neev sends a text message instead. Prachi reads, "G-nite jaan! Sweet Dreams!" Prachi smiles cutely and goes to sleep holding her phone.
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Meanwhile. Anjali lies on her bed and just begins thinking about her future as Mrs. Anjali Kavya Sharma. She can't seem to believe that she will be marrying Kavya, her one true love. Her thoughts are disturbed by a knock on her window. Anjali quickly darts towards the window and sees that it is Kavya. In hushed whispers Anjali asks, "Kavya what are you doing here?!" Kavya frowns, "Umm I'm pretty sure I came to see my gorgeous fianc… but I can't seem to find her anywhere!" Anjali smacks his arm lightly. Anjali says innocently, "No really sweetie you should leave because I am gonna get in trouble!" Kavya jumps in her room and says, "HA you really think they could do anything, NOW? Jaan we are gonna get married, if anything they would get us married more quickly!" Kavya pulls her into his arms and continues, "Which by the way is not a bad idea!" Anjali confidently replies, "Kavya, honey, Leave or I will scream! One…Two… Thr…" Kavya kisses her softly while making Anjali fall on the bed. Anjali moans trying to distance Kavya from herself, then finally giving in to the kiss. Kavya smirks at her weakened state and gets off of her and whispers, "Sweet Dreams Beautiful!" Kavya walks swiftly towards the window and leaves, while Anjali stares at the ceiling still dazed, eventually falling asleep.
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Meanwhile. Kripa is dancing around in her room excited, and why wouldn't she after all she just realized she was in love, in love with her best friend, her Angad Khanna. That isn't the only reason of course, soon she would be Mrs. Kripa Angad Khanna herself. Kripa blushes at the thought of being Angad's wife, being his love, his life. Kripa just could not seem to wipe the smile off her face. There is nothing that could make her depressed at this point, nothing. She knows she has to tell Angad and she knows it has to be soon. She is thrilled about telling him, yet at the same time nervous.
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Meanwhile. Angad would not be able to sleep at all. He enters his room, gets ready for bed, and just collapses on it, in deep thought. He just doesn't understand how Kripa can be so cruel. She knows for a fact that he is madly in love with her and in one second made his love seem like a joke. He knows he has to do something in order to stop this engagement from proceeding any further. He would surely come up with something, something to stop this engagement.
Chapter 33
Now the days are coming closer and closer towards their graduation, along with prom as well. In fact prom happens to be only a week away, not only that but their engagement happens to be the day right after prom. Busy weekend that's for sure! Angad knows he has to somehow get Kripa to break off the engagement since the last thing he wants is a forced relationship and especially not when he loves Kripa like crazy. He has self respect and pride, so if he marries Kripa he would not only feel guilty about it, but also feel like his own love has been disrespected. He can't have that now could he?
It is now the following morning after the birthday party and Angad wakes up bright and early to leave for college. There is no special reason, only that he could barely get any sleep and the last thing he wants is to encounter Kripa when he is super pissed off. He just wants to avoid any awkward conversations until he is able to put his plan in motion. Yes, last night Angad had come up with a plan to get Kripa to break the engagement with him, now he only hopes it works.
Kripa wakes up to find that Angad has already left for college and this came as a total surprise to Kripa. Kripa is basically dying to tell Angad she loves him, but wants to make it special, in her own way. She thinks prom would be the best occasion to confess her feelings because it would make it memorable night forever. Kripa feels really horrible about putting Angad through so much pain, but she knows that it will all be worth it for him in the end. She could barely sleep last night thinking about being married to Angad, he is perfect in every way. She knows that they are perfect in every way and wonders why she was so scared before to accept his love. She had gone to such great lengths to cause him pain, but it is unintentional of course. She wants to salvage whatever was left of their relationship.
Kripa eventually gets to school and weirdly enough Angad and Kripa don't exchange one word with each other. They sit next to each other in class; however, they barely acknowledge the other's presence. After class, the gang congregates outside the classroom. Eventually they start walking towards the cafeteria together and relax there. They are all sitting at one table; however, the girls are sitting bunched together and the boys together. The girls start discussing the upcoming school event. The boys are just listening to the giddy girls discuss their plans and that's when it hit Angad. PROM!!! He realizes how close it is and knows exactly when to put forth his plan. Kripa is just staring at Angad, but he is completely oblivious to this, well for a while anyways. Then when Angad finally notices Kripa's stare, he stares back coldly. While a furious Angad continues to look at Kripa, he yells in frustration, "SIMONE!" A pretty girl turns her head and walks swiftly towards Angad wearing not enough clothes as if people wanted to see that… yeah right! She is sashaying over here like she is the hottest girl on the planet!
Now Simone is pretty, she really is, but also in a more s***tish way! She is rich just like the entire gang; however, her priorities seem to lie in her outward appearance more than actual intelligence. So basically she is a total brainless idiot not to mention she is a total w****! Kripa knows for a fact though that Simone's beauty is nothing compared to her own, call it arrogance, but everyone knows it is true. This fact, however, doesn't change the fact that she is so totally jealous. Kripa turns her head and notices little miss fake boobs make her way towards Angad and boy is Kripa upset. When Simone finally makes her way to Angad, he pulls her onto his lap. Angad half glances towards Kripa and smirks at her enraged face. He asks Simone rather loudly, claiming the whole gang's attention, "Wanna go to prom?" Simone giggles and side glances at Kripa evilly while seductively replying, "Of course hottie!" Angad then continues to whisper things into Simone's ear, now completely ignoring Kripa's presence, yet grinning widely inside. Angad knows that it is working; he wants Kripa to become so upset with him that she can't go through with the engagement. Kripa looks at the sight of Simone on Angad's lap, getting a little to friendly with him and feels completely disgusted with Angad. Kripa wishes, if only Angad knew the truth!
Kripa walks off huffing and puffing as the whole gang looks on in total shock! The whole group has been switching views back and forth from Angad to Kripa and Kripa to Angad, watching their reactions closely. They can all tell that Kripa is really hurt by Angad's actions and that she is absolutely jealous. It is rather shocking for everyone that Angad just asked Simone out when he is supposedly head over heels in love with Kripa. Kavya is pissed at Angad at the moment and the others aren't quite fond of him either at the moment. As soon as Kripa left and Simone has gotten off his lap to join her little click again, Kavya starts hounding Angad with questions, "ANGAD WHAT THE HECK WAS THAT? I THOUGHT YOU LOVED KRIPA!" Angad calmly replies, "Correction I LOVE Kripa, present tense! And I do, but she said she doesn't okay guys so why should I wait around for her to figure it out! Plus you all saw what she did yesterday!" Everyone is kind of lost at this point so Neev speaks up, "Dude what are you talking about???" Angad looks astonished, "Guys you were all there! Anju you know what I'm talking about rite…" Anjali replies, "NOT… a word!" Angad sighs loudly rather annoyed that his friends were so into themselves last night to notice. He replies, "REMEMBER how she said yes to the marriage!" Everyone nods and Angad continues, "WELL I DON'T WANT PITY FROM HER OKAY!" Everyone looks at Angad shocked because everyone can see how much Kripa is hurting just now. Angad then storms out, not waiting for the others to side with Kripa. Everyone yells, surprisingly at once, "YOU IDIOT…." They all look at each other and start laughing, they all think alike. Now if only Angad and Kripa were on the same page…sigh
Kripa on the other hand, is fuming with anger. She is angry that Angad could just ask Simone right in front of his soon to be fianc. Oh she is so furious, very furious indeed. Kripa had been hoping Angad would ask her to prom, seeing as how apparently Angad is in love with her, but uhh… this is not what she expected. Well this scenario is now totally out of the question thanks to Simone. So now Kripa is going to have to fly solo at prom. The thought does strike her to make Angad jealous, but she thinks it would cause him more pain and heartache, which is why she rejects this plan. Kripa knows by Angad's side glances that he is doing this intentionally, with the sole purpose to make her jealous or an even worse motive. Kripa knows him all too well, the flaunting of his totally gave it away. What Kripa needs now is a plan and she has to come up with one in the week that she has until prom. Everything has to work out because if she knows Angad, then he would definitely try to break off their engagement plans on prom night and she isn't about to let that happen.
Back at home Kripa calls all the girls to her bedroom, the girls being: Anjali, Prachi, Mukti and Aaliya. Kripa then asks Anjali, who is the more aggressive one when it comes to getting what she wants, hence showing up during Kavya's date and proclaiming her love. Anjali looks at Kripa quizzically, "What do you need help with Kripa?" Kripa slowly looks down while blushing slightly, "I'm in love with Angad!" The girls nod slowly and calmly reply, "WE KNOW!" Anjali jumps off the bed and shuts the door to Kripa's room. Then in hushed voices Anjali tells Kripa the perfect plan to get her man, but it would not have been easy. As Anjali whispers the plan, Prachi gasps while Kripa, Mukti, and Aaliya grin devilishly. Kripa high fives Anjali screaming, "YOU ROCK!!!" Prachi giggles at the girls and says, "You guys will never change!" This is followed by the girls screaming, "NEVER!!!" They all start laughing while Kripa can't seem to stop smiling thinking, "Angad you're mine…"
Chapter 34
So the day finally came, the most anticipated day of senior year, PROM of course. This is not just any ordinary dance for Angad and Kripa because this is the day they will put in affect their individual plans, the end results are exact opposites for both. Angad's end result entails drifting Kripa further away from himself or well at least canceling their wedding, while Kripa's would bring them together eternally. Angad is playing the jealousy angle while Kripa decides to use the same technique, only with a big twist to the game itself. Her strategy is towards making Simone jealous rather than Angad. Kripa and Angad have exchanged very few words in the past week, but Angad doesn't stop the smirks from playing upon his lips for a second. He believes his plan is working perfectly, boy is he wrong. Kripa has him all figured out and would occasionally feel pangs of jealousy seeing him with Simone, but after reminding herself it is all a game, she would find herself acting jealous rather than actually being jealous. Kavya of course has been listening to Anjali going crazy over prom preparations and how it has to coordinate perfectly with her own gown. Prachi on the other hand is way less obsessive, but she spends most of the week thinking about how the night will turn out for them, her and Neev that is. So basically Neev is walking around freely, while Kavya looks at him envious throughout the week since Kavya has been dragged with Anjali everywhere like designer stores, make up stores, jewelry stores. Today, Kavya is off the hook since Anjali goes with Kripa and Prachi for hair, make up, manicures, etc. Angad has been walking around, well mopping around since he has always wanted Kripa to be his prom date, but now it happens to be Simone. He isn't too excited about his date with the brainless bimbo, Simone, but he knows it's important in order to stop the engagement that is to occur tomorrow. The parents have been frantically running around between houses with details such as the hall, outfits, food, etc.
Kavya, Neev, Prem, and Josh come to the Sharma House where all the girls are gathered together to get ready, while the guys got ready at the Khanna House. Kavya is wearing a black tuxedo with a blue vest. Neev wears and white tuxedo and a white shirt. Prem wears a black tuxedo and with a pink vest. Prem wears a black tuxedo and with a gold vest. The guys are now looking towards the staircase waiting for the girls to arrive. Kripa is the first one to walk down the steps, followed by whistles from Kavya, Neev, Prem and Josh. The guys look Kripa up and down noticing her wearing a beautiful maroon gown, that hugs her every curve perfectly and flows loosely at the end, making her look divine. The dress is deeply cut in the back exposing her full back. She leaves her hair down and styled in loose waves. Kripa arrogantly looks at them and replies, "…yeah I know I look DAM* HOT!" The guys laugh at Kripa's attitude. Kavya stops laughing as his eyes fall on the gorgeous beauty dressed in a navy blue gown that has a halter type neck line. She looks like a fantasy to Kavya. Neev laughs at Kavya's expressions since Kavya begins to drool. Neev then also catches sight of his own angel who elegantly descends down the staircase looking like a vision. It is the first time Neev has ever seen Prachi wearing a gown, rather than her usual shalwar kameez or sari's. Neev stares at her from head to toe noticing her wearing a white gown, looking like a true angel, so pure just like a dream. Her dress is something like a halter, yet it is not deeply cut in the back. Prachi shyly walks up to Neev and whispers, "Neev..." Prachi blushes uncontrollably. Finally Mukti too descends down the steps in a light pink gown, with her hair up in an elegant bun. Aaliya wears a golden gown that looks perfectly designed for her and only her. Prem and Josh's reactions are quite similar to those of Kavya and Neev. Kripa smiles at the guys, who are lost in the beauty of their beauties. Kripa took out her camera and took snaps of each couple. The flash seems to blind them and they finally all snap back into reality. Kripa refuses to tag along with Kavya and Neev in their cars because it would ruin their evening. Kripa takes off in her own convertible to prom.
Angad has already gotten ready in a black tuxedo with a maroon vest. It seems that even when Angad and Kripa aren't together they still tend to think alike. Angad now goes to get Simone from her house. He rings the doorbell and out comes Simone, looking like she has pounds of makeup plastered on face. She looks so fake. She is wearing a short black dress, which is quite revealing. Angad forces a smile and remembers why he is going with Simone, to finish off his plan! Angad seats Simone in the car like a gentleman and gets in himself, taking off to his destination with full intentions to make Kripa back out of the marriage.
Kavya, Anjali, Neev, Prachi, Prem, Mukti, Josh, and Aaliya are already present at the hall, sharing a few drinks and engage in a light conversation, while they wait for Angad and Kripa to arrive… not so much Simone. Angad finally makes his entrance looking gorgeous along with his drag queen of a date, Simone. Although, some cheap guys' mouths drop looking at Simone's skimpy attire. The two make their way to the rest of the gang and start talking. Well finally, the beauty queen herself enters the room, none other than Kripa. Angad senses her presence. He turns around and finds Kripa looking stunning in her silky maroon dress, which naturally matches Angad. After all great minds think alike! Angad mouth slowly drops at the sight of Kripa, with the wind blowing through her hair, she looks magnificent. Kripa notices Angad amidst the crowd and looking at his state of admiration, devilishly grins inside. Simone notices Angad's stare and isn't too happy about her date gawking at another girl. Kripa hides her smile looking down and walks in an elegant, yet confident manner towards the gang. Kripa strikes up a conversation with the girls, Kripa would occasionally glance at Angad to see him cozying up to SImone. Now both Angad and Kripa know he only did this to make Kripa jealous, enraged, perhaps push her over the edge. Only, Kripa refuses to accept defeat! Angad would side glance at Kripa to see if his little flirting method is evoking anger within her, but Kripa keeps her feelings hidden with great difficultly.
Angad drinks a bit of alcohol to calm his nerves and then loudly asks Simone, "Sweetheart, lets go dance?" Kripa rolls her eyes and yet can't help, but feel jealous looking at Angad touching Simone. As soon as Angad and Simone leave, Kripa drinks a little to sort out her anger issues at this point. She couldn't be angry at Angad for her own plan to work. Just then Kavya asks Anjali for a dance, followed by Neev, Prem, and Josh asking their respective lovers for dances as well. While leaving for the dance floor the girls give Kripa the nod, which in turn gives Kripa some extra confidence. Her frown, turns upside down into a huge grin as she notices the disc jockey changing discs. Kripa confidently makes her way towards the DJ and whispers something in his ear. He then gives her thumbs up, while Kripa's grin continues to grow wider.
Angad has been grinding on the dance floor with Simone for quite a while, it is basically to enrage Kripa further, however, he can't exactly spot her anywhere. If there is no audience, why put on the show, right? Soon Angad starts looking around for Kripa, darting his eyes in all directions, but no luck. Simone notices Angad looking around and she is pretty sure he is in search of Kripa. Simone grabs his face and turns it towards her, to keep his attention on her than have him looking for Kripa. Angad is getting bored of Simone already because this girl just keeps on talking about herself, she is so conceded. He has to repeatedly remind himself why on earth he is going through his torture, but that is an easy answer! To get Kripa to stop the engagement, which is to take place TOMORROW! He just has to get her jealous enough to get disgusted and super angry at him as well. In order to do all that he has to find Kripa first because without her there is no point in dancing with Simone.
Angad's thoughts are broken by the lights turning out. Everyone stops dancing and then a spotlight hits center stage, where a gorgeous girl stands in a maroon dress revealing her back towards the audience. Angad thought that maroon dress looks somewhat like Kripa's dress, but he dismisses this thought thinking Kripa doesn't like to sing in front of people... wait forget in front of people, Kripa doesn't like to sing period…or so he thinks. He can't deny the girl's beauty as he gazes at her well defined curves. She is a vision of perfection, yet some what familiar. Angad's thoughts are once again broken by the sound of music to the song, Yeh Mera Dil from Don- the Chase Begins.
As the music starts the girl starts moving around the stage, swinging her hips
slowly from side to side. She then turns around revealing herself as Kripa.
Angad looks shocked as she sings the words…
Yeh mera dil pyaar ka deewana,
Deewana deewana pyaar ka parwana,
Aata hain mujhko pyaar main chaljaane,
Mushkil hain pyaare tera bachke jaane
Kripa keeps her eyes on Angad as she sings and makes her way off the stagetowards Angad. Kripa basically shoves Simone out of the way and dances around him slowly. She moves her hand across his chest and back as she circles around him, leaving both Angad and Simone shocked. She then grabs Angad'scollar, pulling him close and sings as if warning him.Yeh mera dil pyaar ka deewana,Yeh mera dil pyaar ka deewana,She then pushes him away and starts dancing in a slow, yet seductive manner a couple feet away. All of which is causing Angad's jaw to drop. Angad doesn't know Kripa could sing and actually sing so amicably as well, he just watches totally amazed but this smiles soon turns into a frown because Kripa then starts dancing with all the guys around her, closely, yet has her eyes locked with Angad's as if trying to get an emotion out of him.Dil woh jaahe jise, jaahe jise use paayaPyaar woh yaar ke joh naam pe hin mitjayeDil woh jaahe jise, jaahe jise use paayaPyaar woh yaar ke joh naam pe hin mitjayeJaane kyun badle main, jaan loon nazranaKripa breaks away from the guys and then takes Angad's hand and twirls into him, colliding with his body. She stays wrapped in his arm and glides her hand gently down his face and begins dancing really close to him, with her back towards him. Kripa places Angad's hands on her waist. Angad looks at her angrily. It is like she is flaunting herself in front of him. He is furious remembering his own plan, which is now crumbling at his feet. Simone is completely pissed off because Kripa is openly flirting with Angad, while Angad is "fawning" over her as well. Simone doesn't notice the anger in his eyes.Yeh mera dil pyaar ka deewana,Deewana deewana pyaar ka parwana,Kripa goes back on stage and starts to dance again on beat. Angad watches her rather angrily, but more so at himself for letting her have an effect on him. Simone is giving her an evil glare, while her head snaps back and forth from Angad and Kripa. Then some guys come on stage and take turns spinning, twirling, and lifting Kripa.Pal pal ek har chal, dil main ek tufaan hain,Aane ko hain woh manzil jis ka mujhe armaan hain,Pal pal ek har chal, dil main ek tufaan hain,Aane ko hain woh manzil jis ka mujhe armaan hain,-Bhool ka na tujhe dil ka yeh nagranaKripa breaks free from the guys and she looks longingly into Angad's eyes, only to see more anger. Kripa looks at Angad lovingly trying to convince him of her love, but Angad decides not to believe her. The last time he thought he saw love in her eyes, she had denied the fact and he believed her then… so what could have changed in a week. He assumes she wants to be forgiven but the lyrics are actually giving him more pain. "What did she know about love anyways?" Angad thinks to himself.Yeh mera dil pyaar ka deewana,Deewana deewana pyaar ka parwana,Aata hain mujhko pyaar main chaljaane,Mushkil hain pyaare tera bachke jaane,Simone looks pretty pissed off at the display of affection put on by Kripa towards Angad. Simone is shooting daggers out her eyes aimed for Kripa, Kripa smirks, while dancing, laughing, and thinking the stupid girl thinks she can steal away Angad from her. Simone clearly has no idea who she is dealing with. Kripa looksat Angad and his anger is starting to melt. Simone gets upset and exclaims to Angad, "I'm leaving!" She darts towards the door not being able to take the humiliation any longer.Yeh mera dil pyaar ka deewana,Deewana deewana pyaar ka parwanaAngad tries to follow Simone, but she leaves through the door. The crowd is too large to get through so Angad can't even follow Simone. The song ends with applause. Angad stops walking and side glances at Kripa angrily and then just walks out the room not bothering to follow Simone. Kripa watches Angad leave and smiles, "Mission accomplished!"Chapter 35
Kripa smiles to herself victoriously as she remembers what Anjali had suggested to her a week ago in Kripa's bedroom…FLASHBACKAfter Anjali closes the door to Kripa's room she says in a hushed voice, "Kripa you're main problem right now is Simone, she won't let you get too close to bhai so you have to somehow get rid of her first" Kripa smiles, "NO DUH GENIUS!" Anjali folds her arms and looks at her nails coolly replying, "You want my help or not?" Kripa jumps on Anjali, "Okay sorry yaar, now spill, what's the plan?" Anjali then perks back up and says enthusiastically, "You sing!!" Kripa looks shocked and jumps off the bed yelling, "SAY WHAT!! ANJALI I'M NOT SINGING! I CAN'T SING IN PUBLIC…IT'S SO…so…AWKWARD!" Anjali replies pulling Kripa to sit down on the bed again, "Come on Kripa, Bhai always sings for you on your birthday and god knows how many times he has been trying to get you to sing! LOOK DO YOU LOVE BHAI?" Kripa nods like a little kid and Anjali continues, "THEN JUST SING! Oh and I suggest you umm… okay first lets pretend he is not my brother because that's just weird for me to tell you this… okay now we got that straightened out… you should like dance really close to Bh…ANGAD, okay basically rub up against him like really provocatively! OH and while your at, it push Simone out the way HAHA!" Prachi gasps in horror. Kripa replies, "Hmmm I do love him, GOD this is so weird, but it's pretty dam* funny though, I can't wait to see the look on Simone's face when she sees me all over Angad! OH THE HUMILIATION! MUAHAHAH!" A devilish grin appears on Mukti, Aaliya, Anjali and Kripa's face. Kripa jumps on Anjali and exclaims, "YOU ROCK!" …END OF FLASHBACK Kripa turns her attention to the fact that Angad is no longer in the same room anymore so she goes on a little rampage roaming around in the building, looking for Angad. Meanwhile, Angad walks around the building, in and out of several hallways until he spots a secluded balcony at the end, from which he can see the starry midnight sky, which seems endless. The full moon made it even more beautiful; in this serene location he finds tranquility. He approaches the balcony gazing at the twinkling stars against the darkened sky. As soon as he gets close to the balcony's door, a small hand grabs hold of his arm from inside and tugs him in, locking him against the wall. It happens so quickly that Angad can barely look at the person's face, though he knows this is definitely a girl. Angad doesn't get much time to register who the girl is because soon he feels soft luscious lips grazing over his own. The moment her lips touch his, he knows it's Kripa. She has Angad's back pressed up against the wall forcefully, with her arms around his neck pulling him closer. She kisses him hungrily, greedily, and passionately. She holds him ever so tightly hoping he won't pull away. Angad wants to push her off of him, but instead ends up pulling her closer to himself. She doesn't let him register anything except the fact that she is his Krips, nothing more, nothing less. He slowly starts to respond to Kripa's desires, as he feels the same desires erupting inside him as well. He kisses her just as urgent and eagerly, but soon he slowly starts to realize what he is doing and who this really is…the same Kripa that has broken his heart, not the Kripa he has fallen in love with. He wants to know why she would do this to him, first she makes Simone flee and now this kiss…He pushes her away and yells, "What are you trying to prove huh? Why are you doing all this? Do you enjoy giving me pain and heartache?" Angad turns his back to her, not being able to look at her any longer. He looks up at the stars as if trying to find the answers to his unanswered questions. Kripa sees his back towards her and she slowly slides her hand across his back, making her way in front of him. She sees a lone tear trying to escape his eye. She wouldn't have that, so she took his face in her hands and kisses the tear away. She presses herself into him with her arms around him; his eyes remain closed as if trying to prevent tears from flooding. His face expresses pain. Then she takes his hands into her own and whispers, "Open your eyes…" He doesn't. Kripa gently takes his face in her own hands again and kisses his eyelids mumbling, "Look at me…" He hesitantly opens his eyes to see her angelic face as she whispers looking into those tearful eyes, "I love you Angad Khanna! I REALLY DO LOVE YOU!" Time freezes for Angad. He doesn't seem to believe it and he looks rather shocked. Kripa smiles at his adorable bewildered expressions and she replies sweetly, "Here, I'll prove it!" Then she pulls him into another passionate kiss. As soon as her lips touch his again, Angad starts smiling widely, while kissing her as tears roll down both their faces. The only difference is that these are tears of joy, not sorrow. He responds to Kripa's kiss forcefully and hard, taking everything she is willing to give him with even more desire and greed. All his bottled up emotions erupt at once, in this one kiss. Kripa becomes breathless, yet he continues to torture her with his lips. He slams her roughly against the wall and Angad continues to kiss her senseless, while many moans escape her lips. She feels the grip on her tighten and she just basks in the glory of his love and warmth. Angad continues to feel her every curve, exploring her body as if it's some estranged territory waiting to be discovered by him. Kripa's hand rakes through his hair, while the other hand slides over his burly chest, feeling his torso. They continue the tormenting session until both are forced to come up for air. They just hold each other in an embrace, with their eyes closed, taking in everything that has happened in the past few minutes. Both seem satisfied with life; life had put them through these trials for a reason, for their future together. Kripa then pulls away from Angad's embrace and romantically replies, "Should we go back?" Angad replies in a deep, yet husky voice, "Yea.." Kripa begins walking a few steps only to be pulled back by Angad. He softly replies against her lips, "I love you Krips…" and kisses her again. Kripa holds his face in her hands and breathlessly murmurs, "I love you too Angad" They reluctantly pull away each other and make their way towards the main hall together, with huge smiles on their faces. Kripa then leans her head on Angad's broad shoulder, while his hand lies on her waist. They look so perfect together and today everyone can see it, including Angad and Kripa as well. It is now time for coronation of Prom King and Queen, although it is barely a contest because everyone knows that Angad and Kripa would win. In any case the principle with the obvious wig comes on stage and announces, "Ladies and Gentlemen, you're Prom King and Queen are ANGAD KHANNA AND KRIPA SHARMA! Please come on stage!" They both confidently hop on stage and Angad takes the microphone says sarcastically, "WOW! This is a shocker!" Everyone laughs at the sarcastic tone in his voice and he continues, "No seriously, thank you for making me your Prom King! Well first off I want to say this year, there have been many ups and downs in my life, but I have overcome them and today I couldn't possibly be happier, So thank you guys for giving me a wonderful senior year!" Angad then passes the microphone to Kripa and she begins, "I want to thank you guys as well for making us your Prom King and Queen! There have been many ups and downs in our lives this year, our friendship took a lot of hits this year, but it has only strengthened our relationship. So thank you guys for choosing us!" Applause is heard throughout the room with everyone cheering, "ANGAD!!! KRIPA!!!" Kripa looks up at Angad as he bends towards her and kisses her impatiently on stage, softly. Silence. Mouths drop. Eyes are all fixated on Angad and Kripa. All that comes out of everyone's mouth is, "OH MY GOD!!!!" Well the loud noise brings Angad and Kripa out from their own world and they both give a nervous laugh. Angad then says, "Uhh did I forget to mention Kripa and I are…in love…" Now the silence is deafening until everyone screams again, "WHAT??" Kripa now laughs nervously, "Ummm yea… it's true I, Kripa Sharma, am deeply in love with Angad Khanna" Angad puts his arms around her protectively as they wait for a reply from the senior class. After it registers in their brains, the whole audience cheers, "YAAAAAAYYYYYYYYY!" Angad kisses her forehead and waves to the audience like some sort of leader. The whole gang has been waiting for the day Angad and Kripa would confess their feelings, they are just pleased to know it occurred before the engagement tomorrow. Everyone has smiles on their faces, it is undeniable that they are the most perfect couple, anyone has ever seen. Angad and Kripa both make their way downstairs to the dance floor where they must dance as Prom King and Queen. The song happens to be one of Kripa and Angad's favorites, Tu Hi Meri Shab Hai from Gangster.Angad and Kripa make their way to the center of the dance floor,
hand in hand. The song plays in the background. Cheering is heard in the
background, however both are completely oblivious to it and lost in each
others eyes.
Tu hi meri shab hai subha hai tu hi din hai mera
Tu hi mera rab hai jahaan hai tu hi meri duniya
Tu waqt mere liye main hoon tera lamha
Kaise rahega bhala hoke tu mujhse judaa
o o o o ho ho
o o o o o o
Angad and Kripa sway with the music and continue to gaze into each
other's eyes deeply. There is so much intensity and heat in Angad's eyes, while
Kripa's eyes declare a passionate desire. Anyone can tell Angad and Kripa
both want everyone to just disappear and be left alone. The love between
them is evident to all. Angad holds Kripa tightly, not wanting her to be away
from him any longer
Tu hi meri shab hai subha hai tu hi din hai mera
Tu hi mera rab hai jahaan hai tu hi meri duniya
Tu waqt mere liye main hoon tera lamha
Kaise rahega bhala hoke tu mujhse judaa
o o o o ho ho
o o o o o o
Angad twirls Kripa several times and then pulls her back into his tight
embrace. They both have huge smiles on their faces. Everyone looks at
the beautiful couple in awe and admiration. Kripa whispers, "I'm sorry Angad
for giving you so much pain!" Angad lightly kisses her and replies, "Krips I
can't say I wasn't hurt by your reply before, but today you have given me
everything, your heart, my love, and my life!" Kripa smiles through her tears
as they continue to sway to the music.
Aankhon se padhke tujhe dil pe maine
likha
Tu ban gaya hai mere jeene ki ek wajah
Ho aankhon se padhke tujhe dil pe maine likha
Tu ban gaya hai mere jeene ki ek wajah
Teri hasi teri adaa auron se hai bilkul judaa
o o o o ho ho
o o o o o o
Angad turns her so that Kripa is in
his arms, yet has her back is towards
him. Angad leans towards Kripa's ear and whispers, "Wanna know the
best part?" Kripa murmurs, "Mhmm.." Angad replies passionately, "Tomorrow
is our engagement and soon you will be mine forever, and well then I
plan to get payback for making me wait so long" Kripa grins, "Is that so?"
Angad smirks evilly while Kripa continues to grin.
Aankhen teri shabnami chehra tera aaina
Tu hai udaasi bhari koi haseen dastaan
Ho aankhen teri shabnami chehra tera aaina
Tu hai udaasi bhari koi haseen dastaan
Dil mein hai kya kuchh toh bata
Kyon hai bhala khud se khafa
o o o o ho ho
o o o o o o
Kripa says while hugging him, "I
missed you soo much!" Angad replies
huskily, "Me too Krips, Me too!" Kripa gently places her head on his chest,
feeling the rhythmic beatings of his heart. They continue to sway to the music
and Kripa whispers in his protective arms, "I love you…" Angad just holds her
tighter, kissing her hair and placing his own head on top of hers.
Tu hi meri shab hai subha hai tu hi din hai mera
Tu hi mera rab hai jahaan hai tu hi meri duniya
Tu waqt mere liye main hoon tera lamha
Kaise rahega bhala hoke tu mujhse judaa
o o o o ho ho
o o o o o o...
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