Chapter Seven

Kripa looked through her luggage to find the best dress for tonight date. She wanted to look special for tonight. Why? She has a date with Angad Khanna her favourite Rock star and now known as her friend or rather best friend. What ever it is, she wanted to look gorgeous for tonight. She didn't have anything nice to wear for tonight not even a single clothe? Yet she has dresses which according to Kripa aren't dashing for tonight.

 

Kripa spent special two hours in the central and south gate Melbourne shopping centres where they have specialist, designer shops for both ladies and gents. She finally got herself a dress and bought matching accessories with it. She looked at the watch to see she has only two hours left. Oh crap!

 

She smiled to herself as she checked herself for the hundredth time on the mirror; she was finally satisfied with her looks. She did not need to look good to impress someone as she already was beautiful as Karan had said to her but today she wanted to look more than beautiful. She heard a knock on the door.

 

Angad khanna stood outside her door, he moved his hand to give his hair a quick fix. He held a boutique of roses in one hand. Soon he heard the door being open he gulped down.

 

He dropped his mouth to the ground as if he saw vavavoom? She looked prettier, gorgeous, and sexy yet at the same time she stood out from others. She looked simply stunning yet beautiful. Kripa was dressed in her of shoulder black silky gown that hugs her body loosely yet showing the outline of her wonderful body. She wore high heels to meet with Angad because she didn't want to look like the odd couple where one is tall and the other is short.

 

Angad pulled her over close to him and kissed her cheeks, 'Hey Beautiful' he said softly and handed the roses to her. 'For you.'

 

Kripa was awed by his sight; he looked extremely handsome in his black faded jeans with white Abercrombie and Fitch T-shirt with a Black coat over top. Damn he's stylish. With one hand in his pocked he took her hand and kissed it. 'You look beautiful'. Kripa smiled at him.

 

'You don't look bad too Mr.Khanna' she grinned.

 

'Aren't you going to invite your date in?' he said still holding her hand in his.

 

'I thought we were going out but anyways yes please do come in'. Kripa noticed he was still holding her hand. She smiled at him as they both walked in hand in hand to her living room.

 

Kripa left his hand as she went to her room to get her purse. Angad sat down on sofa wondering what he would do next. He was quite nervous and uncomfortable with this, they were only friends. He cursed himself for bringing out this his stupid idea of date.

 

'Angad?' Kripa waved her hands in front of him.

 

'What?'

 

Kripa smiled as she knew what he was thinking. 'You know we don't really have to do this?'

 

Angad looked at her surprised as if she has read his mind but he wanted to do it. She looked completely like an angel as she smiled at him. ' No let's do it, So Kripa khanna are you ready to go out with me?' he said standing up and putting his hand out for her.

 

'I sure will' Kripa grinned back accepting his hand.

 

 

Minutes later, they both stood in the red carpet outside the beautiful glass decorated doors. They both stood in arm in arm and looked at each other and walked up to the three stairs. The two men opened the door for them.

 

She gasped as she walked through the tall glass doors that were beautifully decorated with shinning crystals of all sort of colours and shapes, led to the ballroom. The tall walls were swathed in rich maroon and white.

A large crystal chandelier hung from the high ceiling at the middle of the ballroom with small other crystal chandeliers as the border of each corners. The sight was just awe-inspiring for her. A grand light gold marble staircase guided the way to the second floor where dinning tables were gathered.

 

Bouquets of the most beautiful flowers were flamboyantly decorated around the room giving the air scent of pure rose.

 

 To the left of the hall sat orchestra with different types of musician instrument playing the theme of tonight. To the right of the hall, a large counter stood with different choices of drinks, from soft to hard in a beautifully decorated style. In the middle of the hall stood dancing couple statue that looked as if they are kissing. Couples were surrounded by the decoration dancing with their partner.

 

'Beautiful!' she whispered as she stood at the entrance.

 

Now as Angad looked at Kripa, he was once taken away by her beauty. She stood out of the crowd. 'So are you!' he whispered. Kripa heard that and blushed.

 

'May I have the dance with the wonderful lady?' Angad said putting his hand forward.

 

'Sure.'

 

To Kripa this was all a dream, it was like she was a princess dancing with her dream man but Angad? No she shook the thought from her head.

 

He led her to the centre of the room, placed his hands around her waist while Kripa placed her hands around his, And together their danced slowly to the night. A slow romantic tune arose from the band filled the ears with nothing but love, passion, sensual, spicy, intense, deep feeling where you are on your own with no body. Let the music drift your soul away to your darkest dreams….

 

No Mountains too high, for you to climb
All you have to do is have some climbing faith, oh yeah
No rivers too wide, for you to make it across
All you have to do is believe it when you pray

And then you will see, the morning will come
And everyday will be bright as the sun
All of your fears cast them on me
I just want you to see...

'Angad, it's wonderful. I have never been to such beautiful place. It feels like I am princess as in Cinderella and…'

 

'I am the prince' he stared into her honey eyes. ' Thank you. No one says no or turn down Angad khanna's choice'

 

Kripa smiled at him. 'Angad, seriously have you ever been to Melbourne before?'

 

'No. there was an invitation to this dance so I asked you?'

 

'Oh!' Angad was sure he heard the disappointment in her voice.

 

'Of course silly! I looked for it myself?' he said. Kripa smiled.

 

'I didn't ask for details?'

 

'I know you didn't but I could feel the disappointment in your voice?'

 

Kripa looked at him, those still steel brown eyes that were looking down at her held a twinkle in it. She was sure she saw a sparkle in his eyes as he looked her. She felt her stomach burn. She looked away. What was she thinking? There were only friends and nothing!

I'll be your cloud up in the sky
I'll be your shoulder when you cry
I'll hear your voices when you call me
I am your angel
And when all hope is gone, I'm here
No matter how far you are, I'm near
It makes no difference who you are
I am your angel
I'm your angel

'Angad, tell me about yourself?' she asked suddenly.

 

'I thought you knew everything about me?' he laughed.

 

'No I mean I know about your wife and I know you are dis-organized…'

 

'kripa!'

 

'It's true. So tell me about yourself more?'

 

'What do you want to know?' he asked in a tone that Kripa felt her heart jump but nevertheless she ignored it.

 

'Tell me, how did you get married, I mean how on earth did your mom convinced you to get married!'

 

'Hey Kripa, how did you know that?'

 

'I didn't but I could guessed that much and I can also it wasn't a love marriage either!'

 

'True, well. Kannan was a daughter to my family friends and my mom liked her very much and wanted to see her as her "bahu."  I wasn't interested in it first but when mum pressed me on and on about I couldn't deny it.'

 

'how long did it exactly take your mum to convince you?'

 

Angad knew what she was getting it. 'kripa, why exactly do you want to know?'

 

'Angad, please I want to know!'

 

'Well, it only took her three months?' he said remembering the time.

'Only three months, Angad!' Kripa laughed. 'That's long enough.'

 

'So, you finally agreed?'

 

'Yeah, Kannan wasn't bad because we were friends first and didn't see any harm in getting married and live as friends!'

 

'So are you saying that you don't love her?'

 

'I do, it's our marriage that brought us closer. Now you tell me about your unlucky man!'

 

'Angad! Well my story is bit same as yours except me and Karan fell in love before marriage. We used to be friends and then we realized that we couldn't live a day with out each other when we don't see each other. Then one day he proposed to me actually surprised me!' she replied dreamily.

 

Angad looked at her and smiled. She fitted perfectly in his arms. The silk gown of hers felt so smooth on his hand that he wanted to keep it with him for ever and pet it!'

 

Their gaze met for a moment and they looked away. What were they doing? They had responsibilities on them and more important they can't let them down, they trust them.

I saw the teardrops, and I heard you cry
All you need is time, seek me and you shall find
You have everything and you're still lonely
It doesn't have to be this way, let me show you a better day

Angad bought Kripa close to him. Kripa hugged him resting her head on his whilst Angad arm stayed around her waist, protectively, possessive… Angad let her lean on him; they stayed their still, listening to each other's hidden fears.

 

People watched them in awe, while some watched them in disgust, jealous. They were in love and everyone can see that. It was the most pleasant journey of their life where they will find each other in times of pain, hatred, love, loneliness…. Love, the most sacred gift that God has send them, it is the key to their happiness.

And then you will see, the morning will come
And all of your days will be bright as the sun
So all of your fears, just cast them on me
How can I make you see...

I'll be your cloud up in the sky
I'll be your shoulder when you cry
I'll hear your voices when you call me
I am your angel
And when all hope is gone, I'm here
No matter how far you are, I'm near
It makes no difference who you are
I am your angel
I'm your angel

And when it's time to face the storm
I'll be right by your side
Grace will keep up safe and warm
And I know we will survive

And when it seems as if your end is drawing near
Don't you dare give up the fight
Just put your trust beyond the sky...

I'll be your cloud up in the sky
I'll be your shoulder when you cry
I'll hear your voices when you call me
I am your angel
And when all hope is gone, I'm here
No matter how far you are, I'm near
It makes no difference who you are
I am your angel
I'm your angel

I'll be your cloud up in the sky
I'll be your shoulder when you cry
I'll hear your voices when you call me
I am your angel
And when all hope is gone, I'm here
No matter how far you are, I'm near
It makes no difference who you are
I am your angel
I'm your angel

 

And the music floated away slowly in the ball room. Kripa slowly shifted her position and looked up at him and again she saw the same feeling, emotions swimming on his eye.

 

'Are we going to stand here all night?'

 

'If you wish!'

 

'Angad, I _' they both heard her stomach growl. Angad laughed and whilst Kripa looked away in embarrassment.

 

'So you were saying something?' he teased'

 

'No.' she said sternly.

 

Angad smiled. She's stubborn and he liked her the way she is. he pressed a kiss to her forehead. He took her hand and leaded the way. He took her to the second floor where dinning tables were.

 

'What would the lady like to have?' Angad asked as the waiter approached them with the menu's.

 

'erm…' she scanned the menu quickly, 'it's so hard to decide my favourite dishes are in here. Well let's have Chinese for today?'

 

'Chinese, wow I love Chinese!'

 

Kripa laughed at his face expression as his mouth was already watering thinking about the food. Soon the waiter approached them and they told their options. 'The dinner would be ready soon'

 

'Angad, So when are you introducing me to Kannan?'

 

'why?'

'So I can take the tips from here, how to handle you when you annoy me!'

 

'I do not!' he insisted

 

'Sure you don't!' she said sarcastically. 'We'll ask your wife.'

 

'Ah, well in that case, I'd take Karan to ask where on earth he started loving you. You are such a witch!'

 

'I don't stop you!' Kripa said in a confident tone.

 

The waiter soon approached them with the food. Angad simply sighed taking in the delicious smell of the food. They soon started digging on the food as they were hungry and end the food with a sweet desert.

 

Now as Angad walked to Kripa to her room, there was only one thing on their mind. Would they give each other a good night kiss; after all they were on a date? Yes, they have kissed before but they had reasons to justify their action but know they are on a date and both are married respectively. Kripa stopped outside her door and looked at Angad and smiled at him, 'I had a wonderful time, Thank you!'

 

'What did you like the dinner or dance?'

 

'Dinner!' Kripa said proudly.

 

'Then why did you waste my time on dancing!' he complained.

 

'Oh, Angad, you are so annoying. I enjoyed both, happy?'

 

'Very!' With that he bent over gave a quick soft kiss on her lips and whispered on her ears, 'that was for a wonderful date and nothing else' and walked away. Kripa stood there trying to register what just happened.

 

Angad and Kripa entered the lift at the same time the very next morning. They both said their usual hi's but no mention of last night date.

 

'Kripa, do you know you look awful in this dress?'

 

Kripa gave him an 'I don't care look'. 'I didn't ask for your view!'

 

'I was only helping!'

 

'Thanks a lot Angad' she said mockingly.

 

'You welcome' Angad said ignoring her tone and enjoying her irritation. She rolled her eyes at him.

 

Soon they got out and reached their destination. For the first time they didn't have to go for a meeting so they went straight into their rehearsal hall. They gave each other 'Thank God!' look. As it was their rehearsal, Kripa was dressed in black Adidas tracksuit with pick tank top.

 

Soon they both started their rehearsals. Angad was quite amazed at how good Kripa was on dancing specially when she had to dance with him as he would do quick fast dance steps that takes usually co-starts time to learn but he was impressed with her.  The director was also impressed with them and let them have early day off.

 

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Since Angad and Kripa didn't have anything to do for the rest of the day they went to cinema to watch 'casino Royale.'

 

After the movie Angad and Kripa are on their way back to the hotel. Angad is driving;

 

'She looked so Hot, I wish I was there!'

 

'Talk about James Bond, he is so hot and did you see the way he handled his enemy. I wish I was there instead of Angelina Jones!' Kripa said.

 

'Are you kidding, if you would be there who would watch the movie? I would look much better than James Bond there!' he grinned

 

Kripa looked at him as if he was mad but then burst out laughing. Angad didn't find it funny but ignored her. When she didn't stop, he looked mad and put the car in speed. Kripa noticed this and tilted her head; she looked the other way to keep herself from laughing.

 

Suddenly their car showed some noises that Angad had to park it in the corner of the road. He then realized they were out of petrol! Kripa looked at the petrol sign and rolled her eyes!

 

'Oh Great!' Kripa muttered.

 

'Watch it Miss, I heard you. What's that suppose to mean? You should be thanking you're self that you have Angad khanna with you!' he smirked.

 

She looked at him annoyed yet answered him back bratishly, 'oh yeah! Then you should kiss the ground because you are stitting with Kripa Kapoor!'

 

Just then they heard knock on the door, Angad pressed the button and mirror slide down.

 

Police officer: Sir, May I see your driving license first?

 

Angad: Yeah sure. He reached his wallet but can't find there. After few minutes of checking in car he finally said 'Oh shit!'

 

'what that supposed to mean?' kripa glared at him.

 

He ignored her and looked at the officer, 'Sir I think I left it my hotel!'

 

'Get out'

 

'Look what have you done Angad!'

 

'Will you shut up!' Angad said angrily. The both got out.

 

'Can I ask what are you doing here and may I see your passports?'

 

'Look Officer I ensure you we have everything in our Hotel, please take us there and I'll show you!'

 

Because of high crime rate in Melbourne, The police officer wasn't fair to them he classified them as illegal immigrants and didn't buy there story. He ordered them to get in his car. After few minutes we see Angad and Kripa pacing in jail.

 

'I can't believe I am in jail because of you. Who told you to drive fast? God you are such an egoistic man? Have you not read the meaning jokes?'

Angad who was listening to this was hurt by her comment but at the same time anger flared in his eyes, he was insulted by such false remarks! He suddenly yelled at her, 'Shut-up will you! Get lost from here I don't want to hear anything from you!'

 

Kripa made faces behind his back. Angad: 'Don't you even dare do that to me!'

 

Kripa wondered how he knew yet looked embarrassed. Angad on the other hand quietly smiled to himself.  After few minutes both were sulking at corners feeling guilty about             their behaviour and are expecting others to say the sorry first. When they didn't say anything, both said it in same time, 'I'm sorry!'

 

They looked at each other and smiled and their eyes met. They looked away. Angad walked up to her and sat beside her.

 

'I am sorry about earlier!'

 

'Don't be. It's my fault as well and I didn't mean what I said earlier'

 

'I know you didn't'

 

Kripa then asked him, 'How did you know I was making faces at you?' she asked so innocently, that smile spread on his face. He kissed her on cheeks and replied, 'I didn't. I just knew it. You act like a girl so it's obvious!'

 

'Angad!' she wined.

 

 

Coming up: A-K plan to escape the jail? Will it lead to more trouble for them!

 

I was planning to get Kannan and Karan in Melbourne bur I changed my mind. It will be sooner, don't worry!

 

I have posted first part for my new Fan Fic 'Chase'.  Please comment on both. Remember if I don't get enough comments I won't update! Tell me what did you like it or hate it!

 

I have seen Casino Royale today! It was such a good film but I felt weir to see Craig playing 'James Bon' character that may be because I am not used to him see in James Bond movies.  Felt him better in Tomb Raider. Angelina Jones looked good and she rocked the movie. Craig didn't look bad either, he looked hot!  I am going to get my hands on new phone by Sony Ericson specially the one in this movie, it just amazed me and their action, gadgets!

 

Dhoom2 coming in NOV 24! I can't wait for it!

 

COMMENT please on my FF  and what ever you want to ask and tell!

 

Love

 

sanya