Chapter 139

Mumbai - Afternoon ...

Payal smiled as she saw Akash's message telling her that he is on his way to pick her up and he haven't done breakfast so he is very hungry and she should be prepare for a long bill.

She shakes her head and replied back to him that she will see how much he can eat. She put the cell phone back in her purse and bid good bye to her students, who were leaving from the classroom. She takes 1 hours class on Saturday and Sunday at a center near her home, helping those students who needs extra guidance with studies. After collecting her things, she went out of center.

She was shocked to find Sidharth standing few feet away from her, leaning on his car. Seeing her, he came over to her with a flower bouquet in his hand.

"Happy Birthday Payal", said Sidharth as he extended the bouquet.

"What are you doing here?", asked Payal eyeing the flowers. "Its your birthday", said Sidharth, "See I remember and I thought we could spend some time together, have a lunch may be".

Payal gestured him to come to side, away from the hearing range of her students, who were waiting for their transport. She doesn't want to create a scene here and be the topic of gossips.

"Sidharth, please go away. I don't want to do anything with you", said Payal sternly.

"Why? Why can't you give me chance? I am not that man anymore. I have changed and I am trying my best to be the one you loved before", said Sidharth sadly.

Before Payal could reply back to him, a car came and stopped on the opposite side of the road and they both watched Akash coming out.

"Oh so that's the reason you are not giving me a chance? You are involved with him now?", said Sidharth angrily, "younger sister married the big brother and now elder sister is trying to get set up with the younger brother".

"Sidharth! Watch what you are saying", hissed Payal angrily as she look back to her students. Only 3 of them left there.

"Payal ... Is he troubling you again?", said Akash in stern tone as he stood beside Payal, shooting warning glare at Sidharth.

"Look Akash, this is between me and Payal, so please stay out of it", said Sidharth.

"Its Mr. Raizada to you Sidharth", said Akash taking a step towards him, "Don't forget I am your boss".

"Akash ... Akash .. its ok", said Payal as she grabs his arm.

"She is my friend and her wellbeing is my concern. I don't like it if someone is troubling her. I had warn you before so back off or else I will not hesitate in obtaining a restraining order against you", said Akash in strict warning tone.

Payal gasped hearing this and Sidharth was also surprised that Akash is willing to go to that extend for Payal.

"Aren't you going to say something to this?", said Sidharth looking at Payal, expecting her to defend him but when she didn't said anything he took a step back ... hurt clearly visible on his face.

"Akash ... please give me 5 minutes, you go", said Payal as she push his arm a little.

"I don't think this is a good idea", said Akash, his eyes not moving away from Sid.

"Akash please, I need to talk to him", said Payal pushing his arm again, she wants to settle this for once and all.

"5 minutes, then I am coming back", said Akash giving a serious look to Payal and then went back to his car.

Payal takes a deep breath and face Sidharth, "Look Sidharth, I have already told you I don't want to do anything related to you now. I have forgiven you but I cannot forget. Whenever I see you I remember what you did. You not only tried to change my personality but you wanted me to change my ideas and values. I tried my best to be what you wanted but then you crossed the line".

Sidharth lowered his head in shame; he was genially sorry for what he had done.

"I am not trying to rub it on you; I am just saying that some things cannot be built together again. My trust in you has broken and no matter how much we try to be friends again, some where I will never be able to trust you again. I don't have any anger or hurt towards you now. I am moving on from what happened, from our relationship, because its over. And I wish that you too move on. I pray for you that you find a good girl who will love you and understand you ... but that girl is not me. Please try to understand, I cannot do this, there will be no us now, not even friendship. Even if I do try to be friends with you it will not be a genuine feeling from me, I will feel like forced to do this and I do not want that. Because you don't deserve that, you deserve happiness too. No matter how much you try to convince me you have changed ... there will always be that little thing pinning me what if you do it again", said Payal.

"I will never do that again Payal", said Sidharth instantly, he was already regretting what he had done which resulted in losing a very good thing happened in his life, Payal.

"I can't believe that, don't you see the problem here Sidharth, relationships are built on trust and understanding. We may come to an understanding but there will be no trust on my part", said Payal.

"Give me a chance, I will gain your trust back", Sidharth said in a pleading tone.

"If it was your sister in my place, would you have forgiven that person who had done that to her, what you did with me?", asked Payal in serious tone and Sidharth face hardened.

"I know you would never have forgiven that person and most likely would want to kill him", said Payal, "Think from my perspective, being a girl this thing is very sensitive for us. Even if we do forgive the person responsible, we can never forget", said Payal in stern tone, "So it's the last time I am telling you Sidharth, its over between us, nothing is left".

Sidharth sighed as his shoulder visibly sagged, "Can't we at least be friends again?", he had missed that too.

"May be, some day in future, don't know when ... but its not now" said Payal as she took a step back, "I wish you all the best in life Sidharth, just please don't call or message me again. I hate ignoring people and I don't want to hurt you, so please just move on and find a good girl and settle down", she give a smile to him and turn to go but Sidharth caught her wrist.

Payal flinched with his touch and Sidharth let her wrist go, he didn't missed her flinch ... even his touch disturb her ... he felt more ashamed now.

He extended the flower to her, "Once again I am very sorry for what happened. I wish you all the best in life Payal. Do remember that I will be there for you whenever you need me, be it anything, I am just a call away".

Payal took the flowers and nodded her head, "Good bye Sidharth", saying that she turned and went to Akash's car. She didn't look back to Sidharth and climb in. Akash started the car and drive away.

--- Meanwhile in Naples (its 3.5 hours behind)

Arnav look at Khushi and Arush ... Khushi was putting a diaper on Arush and he was moving left right on bed, making it difficult for Khushi to put it on. But she was not frustrated ... instead she was smiling and chiding Arush in baby voice, making him cackle aloud. Although Arush vocabulary has increased, but he still say baby gibberish whenever he gets over excited or happy. And right now he was doing the same and Khushi was talking to him like she understands what he was saying ... and that always surprises Arnav, every time, that how can she understands him and knows what he needs and when.

Khushi fasten the diaper and put a warm trouser on Arush and make him sit on bed. She tweaks his nose and brushes his hair with her fingers. Her eyes caught Arnav, watching them.

"What?", she asked.

"Nothing", said Arnav with a slight shake of his head, "Are you both ready?".

"Yeah, we are", said Khushi as she put Arush on floor and he went to Arnav extending his hand up which Arnav caught in his large one.

Khushi move closer to Arnav and give a quick peck on his cheek. He looks at her being surprised.

"We match", said Khushi as she gesture between them.

Arnav wound his arm around her pulling her close, "We do", and nuzzles her neck, making Khushi giggle, "Mmm ... you smell good ... good enough to eat", he nipped her neck.

"Arnavji", said Khushi as she pushes him and then caught Arush's other hand, "Arush, your papa is very naughty".

"Papa naughty", said Arush as he looks between his parents.

"Yes very naughty", said Khushi giving a look to Arnav who winked in return, "And your mama likes your papa's naughtiness".

"Mama lik naughty papa", exclaimed Arush as they locked their door and a passerby lady give a disapproving look to them.

Khushi's bit her lip in embarrassment and her cheeks redden while Arnav tried hard to control his laugh. Khushi huffed and storm towards elevator. Arnav pick Arush up and hurried behind Khushi making Arush laugh with Arnav's fast movement.

They went to the rooftop restaurant, which present the spectacular view of the harbour and vast sea. Arnav order their special Mediterranean breakfast after getting seated on the corner table.

"So what's the plan for today?", asked Khushi.

"We will roam around the city. I looked up the famous places on Google. We won't have the time to explore each of them but we can pick a few." saying that Arnav extended his cell to Khushi and she saw the list of places. Arush was sitting in his high chair, watching poems on Khushi's cell.

"I thought we could explore Naples today, as much as we can. I have booked us for the tour to Pompeii and Almafi coast tomorrow. Those places are hugely recommended", said Arnav as Khushi look through the list.

"You already booked it?", asked Khushi surprised.

"Yeah, you won't believe it but Italy is one of those country which have tourist visiting through out the year. We have to do advance booking for full day tours. So before living Indian I booked the tour.", said Arnav as he adjusted the plates.

Khushi smile up at him and nodded, "And when do we have to leave for Milan?", she asked.

"Fashion Show is on Thursday, so I guess on Tuesday evening. I want to be at office on Wednesday to check over things", said Arnav and Khushi nodded, understanding that although Aman handled everything, Arnav won't be fully satisfied until he checks few important things himself.

"So where you want to go first?", asked Arnav and then they both decided the places they will see today.

--- Back @ Mumbai ...

Payal didn't look up to see where they were going; her eyes were fixed on the flowers in her lap. Akash didn't say anything either, knowing well that she needed some time.

Payal looked up when she felt the car isn't moving now. She was surprise to see that they were at beach and looked at Akash questioningly.

"Come on, let's go for a little walk", said Akash as he climb out of car and Payal followed him on the beach. This part of the beach was not much crowded being afternoon time. But it will soon fill up.

They walk a little and reach a portion where big rocks stood near the shore.

"I guess you want to know what happened between me and Sidharth", Payal finally break the silence.

"Not if you don't want to tell me, but Di says that sharing helps", Akash shrugged and Payal smile a little. Unlike her colleagues and neighbors, when they got to know about her broken marriage, probed about the full details ... Akash never once asked or mention their meeting with Sidharth on Arnav and Khushi's reception. She was expecting questions from him but was surprise when he didn't said anything related to that. She like this trait of him very much, they have been in constant touch through calls, messages and whatsapp. They share happening of their day and other many topics but Akash doesn't have the nature to probe things about other's personal life. He was honest in everything he shares about his life and what he doesn't want to share, he would simply said he don't want to lie and she would understand that he doesn't want to talk about it. He doesn't make excuses and talk around the bush to divert the questions or topic.

He has this aura about him that makes you comfortable and safe around him. Spending time in his company gives you the vibes that you can trust him and even share the deepest secrets.

Even now he didn't asked her anything and was just there beside her, letting her have the space to think things through or pass the moment over in her mind so that they can talk or do something else.

And standing with him, seeing his calm and trusting face Payal had this urge to share everything with him and unload her burden. She haven't talked about her past, about Sidharth since She told her parents, Khushi and NK about what happened that night and her marriage was cancelled.

Khushi and NK tried to make her talk about it afterwards, many times, so that she can take out her feelings, hurt and anger. But she didn't. But now she wanted to.

"I think you know we use to live in Luckhnow and shifted here when Khushi came in our family", said Payal as she move to rocks and sit on it.

"Yeah you told me that your Dadi never accepted Khushi and use to taunt her with everything so your father decided to move out", said Akash as he joined her.

"Yes, me and Khushi got admitted in the school near our home. I met Sidharth there. We were both in same inter class. As time passed we became friends, our parents become friends. Me and Sidharth went to same university too. We become close friends during that time, he use to care for me, help me in studies and respected me. I was reserve kind of a girl, more traditional than others but Sidharth never wanted me to change, he liked me how I was and that what changed our friendship into love. I was happy and nervous at the same time when he confessed and couldn't hold my feeling too. Our parents were happy when we told them about us because they were hoping for this. They wanted to get us married, but Sidharth wanted to go abroad for masters so we decided to get engaged and when Sidharth gets back we will set the wedding date then. We kept in touch through emails and skype. But with time it lessens, I assume he was busy with his masters and I also took a teacher training course. I am not fond of social media so I don't have facebook but NK and Khushi does, they had Sidharth added and they showed me his pictures of partying, with girls and his posts. They were worried that Sidharth was changing but I kept my faith on my love. It turns out they were right when Sidharth got back. His thinking and point of views were totally changed. The freedom and broadminded environment of foreign the country affected him pretty much and he wanted me to become the same. I tried to make him happy, I started wearing jeans and kurtis, Amma was not happy but she didn't argue much as my to-be-husband wanted me to be like that ... modern and sophisticated. His friend circle changed too and I tried my best to adjust with them ... but it all seem fake and over the top to me. We never kissed before but he wanted to ... to um ..." Payal hesitates and Akash just held her hand and squeeze it, giving her an encouraging nod.

Payal closes her eyes and continue, "He wanted to explore the intimacy, so we kissed few times. I thought its nothing wrong as we were getting married as our wedding date was a month away. But all changed one night, just a week before our marriage. On his birthday he gifted me a cocktail dress and wanted me to wear it, I couldn't. We argued and he told me that its just for him and why couldn't I do this for him if I love him. So I did. I wear the dress and went to his party. I feel like every guy was eyeing me and Sidharth was showing me off. I didn't like it. I thought to talk to him about it and take him to side to ask him to drop me home. He ... he ...started to kiss me and grope me. He drank alcohol but he was in his senses. I requested him to back off but he didn't stop ... he put his hands under my dress and I felt bad. So I pushed him. He got angry that why can't I give myself to him, I belong to him, he has every right on me and he can do whatever he wanted with me, like I am not a human but just a toy ... he said so many bad things and that moment my heart broke and I knew that was not my Sidharth with whom I fell in love with. I called NK to take me home and that night I told NK and Khushi about everything and they supported me in my decision of breaking the marriage. Next day I told my parents what happened. They were devastated but they supported me. Baba talked to Sidharth's father and told him what happened. They came that evening and apologized and said not the break off the marriage as only 5 days were left and almost everything was done. Amma wanted me to re-consider but I just couldn't ... I cannot marry a man who does not respect me and my values. Never, I thought if I back down now it will happen again in future so I was adamant in my decision and my marriage was cancelled. You know how society works, although we haven't told people the exact reason for cancelling but they already assume that something was wrong with me and upon that Sidharth showed that he was ready to marry me and have no problem but my attitude is making mw a highhanded person ... so I had to listen to rude comments but I was happy that my family was with me", said Payal as she took a deep breath and then open her eyes.

Akash was still holding her hand; he was feeling a rage towards Sidharth for hurting a caring and kind soul like Payal, which made her wary of men that she can't trust them now. But more than that, her respect increased tenfold in his eyes and heart.

Payal waited for the words I am sorry to hear this' ... the sympathy and pity, which she hated that's why she never talk about her cancelled marriage. But Akash surprised her when he spoke, "I am proud of you", with a small smile.

"Not many women have that courage to take the step of cancelling the marriage, many bows down afraid of what society will say and what if they won't get marry in future and then they suffer all their lives. I am proud of you that you took the step and face everything with your head held high. No woman should allow any man to treat them like that. Now a days, women are equal to men in everything, its sad that our society hasn't accept that yet. Now I understand better why you weren't ready for friendship with me in the beginning. And it makes me happy that you trusted me enough to share this with me. You don't know how much it means to me and I will try my best to never break your trust", said Akash with genuine feelings.

Payal just smiled in return and look down at their hands, surprised, that why she feel like not letting go.

Akash stood up from the rock and make her stand too, "Come lets go for lunch, all this heavy duty talk made me hungrier".

Payal giggles at his expressions and nodded. Akash move forward but stopped feeling a tug and he looked back and saw Payal putting the flowers on the rock. Akash smile at her as she turns back to him and they move towards their car. Payal had finally let go of her past.

She had a great time with Akash. They ate lunch, Akash shared his childhood stories and pranks he and Arnav played on each other. When he dropped her back to her house he placed a small box in her lap before she could go out of car

"Akash I said no gifts", said Payal

Akash shrugged, "I had already bought it before you said that to me, so technically I broke no condition".

Payal pressed her lips and look at the box, she doesn't like getting expensive gifts ... it makes her feel awkward.

"Its not something expensive. Although I don't know you fully but I got an idea of what you may like", said Akash surprising her once again, as if understanding her thoughts. He gestured her to open it and Payal smiles seeing a beautiful pair of artificial earrings.

"These are beautiful", said Payal running a finger over them.

"See, I knew you will like them", said Akash with a smirk.

"Thank you", said Payal and Akash bow his head a little in return. Payal bid him goodbye and climb out of car. She felt lighter as she enters her home.

--- Back In Naples ...

Arnav and Khushi left the hotel around 10am and started their tour with "Piazza del Plebiscito", the largest square in Naples, which houses two famous historic landmarks, "Basilica of St. Francesco di Paola", located at the west side of Piazza del Plebiscito and just opposite to it was a Royal Palace known as "Palazzo Reale Napoli", one cannot miss exploring these two if you visit this historical square.

The inside structure of the Royal Palace is mostly made of marble and decoration of every room is stunning with amazing pictures, wall coverings and furniture.

After spending almost half an hour each at those two places they walk ahead to "Fontana del Carciofo" also known as Fountain of the Artichoke, a monumental public fountain, just adjacent to the Piazza del Plebiscito square. Arush exclaimed happily seeing the flowing water and they stopped for few minutes here allowing Arush to play with water and took pictures.

Then about 5 mins of walking distance there was a famous opera house "Teatro di San Carlo". It's the biggest opera house they have seen with its beautiful golden structure, red drapes and seating. The ceiling contains a beautiful painting surrounding by gold artistic holdings and drapes.

And across the opera house was a public shopping gallery known as "Galleria Umberto", famous for its high and spacious cross-shaped structure, surmounted by a glass dome braced by 16 metal ribs. This building is part world heritage sites listing. They spend some time there exploring the place and Khushi bought shopped some artifacts as a souvenirs.

They walk ahead to their next location, "Gallerie di Palazzo Zevallos Stigliano", a historic palace museum built in 17^th century. It houses a stunning collection of Neapolitan and Italian art spanning the 17^th to early 20^th century. The structure inside was like a palace with its beautiful wall paintings and gold architecture all around.

Next they walk ahead to Piazza Municipio', another city square that is famous because of the fountain in the middle known as "Fountain of Neptune", built in mid 16^th century.

Arush was not happy that he cannot play with the water because of the grill that surrounded the fountain. So they didn't spend much time there and hail a cab towards their next destination, "Chiostro di Santa Chiara", a religious monastic complex that includes the Church of Santa Chiara, a monastery, tombs and an archeological museum.

They spend almost an hour exploring the place and then hail a cab. It's considered a shame if you come to Italy and don't eat the base food of the region, a bricked oven pizza. So Arnav had already Goggle the best recommended restaurant and they went to "Rosedale Brick Oven". They ordered the recommended margarita italiano pizza, Italian chicken wings with caramelized onions and rosemary. They started their lunch with basket of rolls and Caprese Salad.

The one thing Arnav love about Khushi ... beside her beauty, innocence and caring heart is her appetite. He had seen girls picking their foods, worrying about gaining weight and limiting to fruits and salad. He always enjoys seeing Khushi devouring the food, without any care, like she is doing it now with the pizza.

"Good?", asked Arnav.

"Mmm ... so good. It's the best pizza I have ever eaten", said Khushi with yummy expression.

"True ... no one beats this one", said Arnav. Even Arush was enjoying the cheesy bites of Pizza which Khushi was feeding him.

After having lunch they went to largest park of Naples, "Parco Di Capodimonte", an extensive public park in front of a Royal Palace Museum with woodland paths, statutes and fountains. They explore the inside of Palace museum for half an hour and then went to the relaxing area near fountain where other people was also relaxing and kids were playing.

That is the place where Arush enjoyed most today, running here and there, playing with fountain water and relaxing with his papa. After an hour of playing Arush started to get cranky and Khushi understood that he needs to sleep. They had to leave early for their city tour that's why Khushi had woken Arush up at 8 pm, 2 hours before his usual wake up time and now it's around 3.30pm and he was sleepy before his usual time of around 5-6pm.

Khushi stand up and lays Arush in her arms and started to sway. She sings her song as she move back and forth and soon Arush was drifted off to sleep. Arnav help Khushi in laying Arush in the pram, they had rented. Arnav pull the seat back in laying position and adjust the thin blanket on top of Arush.

Arnav and Khushi sit on the grass to rest for a while and then they discuss about places they can see before its get dark.

They walk ahead to "Catacombe di Napoli", underground paleo-chritian burial sites. Khushi had never seen an underground tomb and wanted to experience it. It was a new experience for both Arnav and Khushi. The place was creepy but it holds historic and architectural value.

As they came outside Arush wiggle in his pram and Arnav lift him up, his sleep was broke and he started to cry. Khushi told Arnav to lay him in his arms and sway. Khushi take out his milk bottle from the small back pack which Arnav had on his back and she gave to Arush, who started to sip in his sleep.

"Khushi I think we should head back to hotel", said Arnav as they came out on the open street.

"Yeah, I think we should also sleep for a while, you wake me up quite early", said Khushi as she punched his arm lightly.

"But we don't regret it, do we?", asked Arnav.

"No, it was beautiful watching sunrise with you", said Khushi as she put her head on his shoulder.

"Yeah, but I like what happened after that much more", said Arnav with a wink and Khushi move back and swatted his arm, "Arnavji, you are becoming a serious besharam", said Khushi.

"Serious besharam? Is that even a term", asked Arnav with a smirk.

"Yeah, for men like you", said Khushi as she show him tongue and then put her hand in the air to stop the cab.

Luckily Arush didn't wake up when they reach hotel around 6pm. Arnav lay Arush down on bed and pull off his sweater. Khushi went to washroom to freshen up. Arnav went next and Khushi lay down on middle of bed. Arnav came out and lay behind her. Khushi sighed as she turns to him and buried her face into his chest. They both soon drifted off to sleep.

They both woke up by Arush who was almost jumping on them. They spend some family time in the room and then went out for dinner at the water front restaurant.

After dinner Arnav took Khushi and Arush to underground subway. Another thing Naples is famous for, besides the historical landmarks, is its most beautiful and artistic subway stations in the world. Arnav told Khushi that the city government commissioned renowned architects and artist to turn stations into dream-like worlds. They travel between two stations and basked in the spectacular art around them.

After that Arnav took Khushi to a famous recommended caf and enjoyed Khushi's gleeful expressions and reaction seeing sweet delicacies. He knew she loves sweet and can never back away from a taste even if her stomach is full. Khushi bought sugary biscuits, cookies, chocolate croissant, 2 types of brownies and a red velvet cupcake and their famous cone of ice-cream.

Arnav's eyes widened seeing the 3 boxes packs by the staff, "Khushi? We just had dinner an hour ago, don't tell me you are hungry that soon?".

"No, I will eat just this cone now, rest I will eat tomorrow morning", said Khushi as she licks her lips.

Arnav shakes his head, his crazy wife.

They went back to hotel and arranged their things and readied their clothes for tomorrow. They have to leave early before 9am to catch the tour bus.

----- Next Day - Monday (around 8.00am)

"Arnavji should we take the pram?", asked Khushi as she brushes Arush's hair, who was eating the sugary biscuits she bought yesterday.

"Yeah, because we have to walk through Pompeii", said Arnav as he put on his joggers, "And wear joggers, they will be more comfortable".

Khushi nodded her head as she went to washroom to change. Arnav put Arush's pampers, wipes, a pair of extra clothes, small blanket, water sippy bottle, milk bottle into the backpack along with biscuits, few chips packs, 2 juice bottles, a small ball and 3 animal toys.

After eating quick breakfast in the room, they left from the hotel as they have to reach the bus stop to take the tour bus which will leave exact at 9.00am. Along with them there were 3 other couples and a family of four and another family of 6, total 18 people, a driver and an expert lady guide.

First they went ahead to "Mount Vesuvius", a somma-stratovolcano located on the gulf of Naples in Campania. They reach there after almost 45mins of bus ride through the city of Naples. The guide told them that volcano is best known for its eruption in AD 79 that led to the burying and destruction of the Roman cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum, as well as several other settlements. This volcano has erupted many times since and is the only volcano on the European mainland to have erupted within the last hundred years. Today it is regarded as one of the most dangerous volcanoes in the world because of the population of 3,000,000 people living nearby.

They went on a trail, on side of the mountain, some 3,900 feet (1,200 meters) above sea level, with beautiful panoramic views of the Bay of Naples. They took pictures and roam around the area. On the other end of trail was a seating area where one can sit and wait for the other members of the group to join them. It has a small store where one can get something to eat and drink. They spend 45 mins there and then all went back to the bus.

Within 15 minutes of bus ride they reached the ruins of Herculaneum around 11am, an ancient Roman town, located in the shadow of Mount Vesuvius.

As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is famous as one of the few ancient cities that can now be seen in much of its original splendor, as well as for having been lost, along with Pompeii, Stabiae, Oplontis and Boscoreale.

Herculaneum was a wealthier town than Pompeii, possessing an extraordinary density of fine houses with, for example, far more lavish use of coloured marble cladding.

They spend an hour here and then hop on the bus to their next destination of Pompeii.

They reached there within 50 mins, around 1.00pm. The guide told them that they will be spending 1.5 hours around this piece of land. Arnav and Khushi found other busses and when they enter the main landmark they could see other tourists as well.

Their guide was a trained archaeologist guide, she was fun and informative. She told stories about the remains of houses, baths, brothels, temples and much more around the land.

After an hour the guide told them to explore the place on their own and to meet her at the bus at 2.45pm as they will leave for lunch exact that time. Khushi and Arnav both admired the elaborate mosaics, beautifully restored frescoes, and gardens decorated with statues of mythical gods.

After 30 minutes of self-exploring they went back to the bus. They had to wait for few minutes for others to come and then they settled in the bus with their guide and went for lunch to a nearby restaurant.

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