Entwined hearts

Prarthana happily receive her parents blessings heading directly to SKY hotel, Agni had Informed her to go there that Morning.On reaching there she was welcomed warmly by other chefs . Agni came herself and introduced Prarthana to all of them, since she was to still take care of Agni her own work hour ended by 3 pm .

She came back to Agni's home throwing herself to the couch . " Grandma! ,Grandma! " Sees Shivansh working on his laptop "where is grandma, Mr Shivansh? "

She went for some work , please don't disturb me with your voice I am working " Shivansh ignores her as she comes to his side poking him

I am poking you Mr Shivansh, get angry I ...

Prarthana can you let me be , aren't you tired I mean you just returned from work or weren't you given anything to do? " His voice sounded really annoyed

I am sorry", Prarthana sadly say walking away

Prarthana I am sorry, do not feel bad " she simply nodded walking out

Shivansh was conflicted by his feelings, he was angry at himself for liking someone else partner , yes he have always been attracted to her from the beginning but why did whatever he felt turn into love , I need to stay far from Prarthana", he angrily shutdown his laptop

Agni notice Prarthana pulling a long face

What's the problem dear, did anyone bully you at work tell me I will fight for you ",

No grandma it's Shiv, I don't know what I have done but he is mad at me and it's been three days since he started acting strange what should I do ?"

Don't stress much about it "

But grandma, I don't know why he is still mad at me "

That's why you shouldn't bother, let him miss you as a woman you should never beg a man more than required. So are you liking your work?"

Yes grandma now the head chef is personally teaching me how to make international dishes "

Then cheer up let's play some games in my computer you will feel better"

Ofcourse I am already feeling better because grandma is beside me and I know you will stay with me forever "

Agni smile sadly " that's not possible because I can't leave forever and that's why we must make the life we live worth it , and also is your English improving? "

Not much but I can say more words " Agni laugh as Prarthana blush hearing her say Shivansh could teach her English

Gayatri and Prarthana wash vegetables in the kitchen

Prarthana, have Mr Shivansh told you anything?"

No he is still acting like some boss , today he asked me a question and I think he got annoyed at my answer "

What question?"

He said between Raunak and himself who was more important I simply told him Raunak because he is my fiance , but isn't Raunak more important?"

Ofcourse not it's Mr Shivansh,even you know that in your heart but yet you can't accept it "

Gayu !!!! , i am troubled "

I think he is jealous but given the circumstance of your relationship he can't say it "

Jealous?" Prarthana giggled "Does that mean he likes me ?"

Yes he does "

Prarthana knock softly on his Shivansh door before entering

"Can I come in ? "

Whatever ! ,you are already in "

Mr Shivansh I am sorry if I hurt you but shouldn't you tell me what I have done so wrong, I will hold my ears and apologize "

You did nothing wrong, I just want to keep my distance"

Then what about grandma, she..."

The doctor said she is out of danger "

Prarthana gulps in her hurt " you want me gone ? "

I didn't say that "

Good Raunak is coming back in three days , when he returns he will be so proud of me and we will get married and I will continue my job and live happily "

Shivansh was already fuming within" please leave my room Prarthana, leave my head , leave my life ".

Prarthana stand frozen

I don't want to see you, go and live happily ever after "

Why should I leave so badly ? , what have gone wrong in our relationship?"

We never had a relationship, remember?, its all a lie "grabs his jacket rushing out

Prarthana reach out to the bed crying " you are a bad man Shivansh, why are you acting so harsh towards me , fine stay on your own even I don't care about you"

Shivansh exhales sitting in his car , finally picking up Poonam's call after the eight ring . "Why are you calling me again and again ,miss Malhotra"

Miss Malhotra, can we talk ? ,why are you ignoring me?"

Where are you? "

I am staying at a hotel close by "

Let's meet at SKY restaurant " Swerve his car out of the house to meet her, on reaching there Poonam was already waiting

"Shivansh, I missed you so much,my grandmother sent her regards "

" I am sorry". Exhale "We need to end things, I can't be with you anymore "

What do you mean you can't be with me ? , I love you Shivansh and didn't you want to marry me before" Poonam holds his hand

Yes , but I realised I would be cheating you , I can't marry you because of your dad's promised wealth , I am sorry for wasting your time "

Don't say that, if you feel pressured then it's fine let's take a break, I ...

I am done Poonam, I will tell your family about my decision, let's go our separate ways " Shivansh quickly stand up from his sit

This is not fair , you can't do this to me, my father will not let you go easily "

Then so be it "

Prarthana doze off on the chair waiting for Shivansh who quietly walk in sitting beside her a little tipsy

I just ended things with my fiancee, it's so sad that you won't still be mine " smile caressing her hair but pulls away immediately as she open her eyes

Mr Shivansh ! "

Can't you sleep in your bedroom? "

Grandma was worried , so I had to wait for you, I will go to my room now "

Shivansh gently grasp unto her "I am sorry Prarthana for saying those things to you"

You are SR the great so you can say whatever you want . Goodnight

I am truly sorry Prarthana, do you want me to kneel for you ?"

I wouldn't mind", glance at him choking in her smile " I am waiting"

Are you serious "

Yes very serious but anyway let's forget it , you were right about our relationship so let's forget about it "

Smile hugging her tightly "What do you want me to do ? "

Will you do it? " Smile as he nods " always stay happy for grandma, you look very handsome when happy and also I want something else "

What's that?"

I need you to say sorry ten times and also while holding your ears "

What ?"

Can't do it ?, then don't try to please a woman "

Okay , Prarthana is getting feisty and I like it " lean towards her " you are very very beautiful Prarthana

Shyly " you haven't said your sorry yet , I am still waiting

Smile crawling his hand around her waist " I cherish you Prarthana and I really don't think I can let you go "

Are you drunk ? I ...will take you to your room , let's go" helps him up " didn't you claim you are quite the drinker ? "

I am not drunk Prarthana just tipsy "

Shivansh gently rest her back on his door leaning closer to her wrapping her waist with his hands ,she shyly looked up seeing him stare at her with a soft wonderful expression . She smiled almost purred with happiness then he softly kissed her , she stood in shock , eyes wide open . The kiss was soft and gentle at first but later got intense and urgent Prarthana couldn't resist anymore her hands were already holding his jacket now her eyes were closed.

Her phone suddenly rang disrupting them it was Gayatri, she turned red in embarrassment dashing into the guestroom leaving Shivansh who stood smiling at her . He slowly pushed open his door falling straight on the bed.

After the kiss incident Prarthana stopped visiting Agni regularly and avoided Shivansh anytime she saw him at work , he started working there suddenly which she was sure it was because of her. She shut herself off from both him and Raunak , her emotions were in turmoil , now she is in love with Shivansh but has pledged loyalty to Raunak .

As she counted her steps while returning from work she didn't notice Shivansh car parked outside their home .

Prarthana! , Shivansh called out

What are you doing here? Please I don't want to see you " Prarthana lowered her eyes

But I can't be at peace when I haven't seen you, I am sorry about ...

Nothing happened that night so please don't bring it up and also our contract is already over " rush past Gayatri who was peeping from the door

Hi , you are Gayatri right ?"

Gayatri nods walking to him " my sister is not always like that "

I know, Prarthana must be really annoyed at me "

She is not she is just struggling with her feelings, you like my sister right ? "

Yes I do "

Gayatri smile " Prarthana is very loyal , and that's why she is rejecting you , she doesnt want to hurt Raunak . You know she told me about your first meeting, she was rejected by a lot of suitors and couldn't take it , I am glad you didn't run her down with your car . Prarthana has always been shouted at by mum but ever since she became your staged girlfriend, mum stopped torturing her and I also saw different versions of my sister . You have to win Raunak ok ? ,because she likes you too , don't give her up "

You are so cute Gayatri, thank you for telling me more things about Prarthana "

Anytime , I just want my sister to be happy and also if you need my help I will help you win her over and ofcourse I want my sister to marry a good looking guy like you , so all our neighbours mouth will get shut "

Shivansh laugh lightly "Thanks for the compliment "

Gayatri and Shivansh talk for sometime before he drove off . Gayatri gets startled seeing Prarthana glaring at her as she enter the room

Why did you talk for such a long time with him"

Are you jealous? We were just talking about you nothing more"

I am not jealous and also don't ever talk about me , Raunak has asked we meet , I don't know what to do"

Just tell him everything and then gently reject him , he will understand"

Prarthana smile to herself touching her lips "Gayu I want to be with Shivansh "

For real, good choice " Gayatri hug Prarthana happily

Agni cough profusely holding her chest , she felt a striking pain in her heart as she coughed more . She looked at the blood on the handkerchief then at her picture with both Shivansh and Prarthana. "Am I passing away already ?"