PART 34
THE END (PART 1/2)
Priya (pulls away and begins to walk towards the wardrobe) Ram' Yeh saab nahi chalega' I am very angry and here you are turning this serious conversation into a joke' I am going to tidy my clothes and than '
Ram: (interrupting her to address an overwhelming surge of pain in his head) Oww Priya' Oww my head' AAhhh' (he slumps down on the bed bending forward and squeezing his head in between his palms)
The grief in his voice was like a bullet shot up into the air signalling the beginning of a race between her heart and her feet, leaping desperately to be near him. But before she could reach him, her incomplete steps caused her feet to get trapped under the carpet. She lost her balance, and like a car with no brakes she flew towards Ram uncontrollably. He acted like a speed breaker, catching her as she plummeted towards him, easing her into his arms and falling back onto the bed with her on top of him. She squeezed her eyes shut and gripped his kurtha tightly as her mind wandered on an uncertain path immediately conceiving the unthinkable. Ram felt her body tremble against his as he turned her around slowly placing her on the bed and getting on top of her'
Ram: (trapping Priya on the bed in between his arms) Priya (she opened her eyes) it's okay darling. You are okay, mein apko kuch nahi honai dunga' But you are so clumsy yaar' Be careful, I am not always going to be here to catch you and in that circumstance you can seriously get hurt.
Priya: (she opened her eyes slowly, staring deep into his mischievous chocolate brown eyes) Ram your head was hurting and I was just trying to' (he placed his finger on her lips muting her instantly)
Ram: (He leans forward and kisses her cheek) can I tell you a secret? (he bends close to her ear and places a soft kiss on her earlobe before he whispers) Mujhe kuch nahin hua' I just wanted you to come close to me. When you show concern for me, mujhe bahut accha lagte hain.
He places another kiss on her cheek with his eyes closed in ecstasy but the feeling of warm, salty liquid against his lips yanked him out of his fantasy'
Ram: (still on top of her) Priya, what's wrong? Why are you crying? (With all the gears grinding in his mind to contemplate an explanation for her sorrow, it finally struck him. He got up off of her quickly and said apologetically) I am sorry was I hurting you?
She remained quiet as she got up off the bed, wiped her tears and began to walk away. Ram quickly grabbed her hands and pulled her harshly towards him...
Ram: (thoroughly frustrated) yeh kya hain Priya... why are you crying? (He held her shoulders firmly and shook her as he demanded) Answer me dammit...
She shrugged his grip off her shoulders and shouted... her tone amplified the perfect blend of desperation and anger.
Priya: Why did you say that your head was hurting?
Ram: Arey Priya i was just joking...
Priya: Joke??? Sorry but I didn't find it very funny at all... Do you have any idea how scared i got?? (She grabbed his collar and shook him as she spoke between frustrated sobs) Do you have any idea?? Do you??? No you don't! (She pushed him one last time as she angrily released his collar) After all why would you? You can't even begin to phantom the breadth of my love for you Ram... I CANT LIVE WITHOUT YOU!
Ram grabbed Priya's shoulder and pulled her in to his warm embrace. He hugged her with all his passion and might refusing to ever let go. Sometimes, silence is the best remedy for anger. And it's a well-known fact that actions speak louder than words. He wished to convey his love and pour all his passion in this embrace' She squirmed in his grip, demanding to be released but her demands were met with his adamant hold...Albeit unintentionally he was the reason for her pain. But what she failed to understand was that her love overpowered her anger and in all of her actions that's all he was able to see. But, putting himself in her shoes, he understood the angry front that she was displaying... He felt her squirm in his embrace trying desperately to push herself away from him.
Priya: Ram leave me... (His chest bathed in her tears as she cried hopelessly against it)
Ram: I love you Priya...
Priya: leave me Ram...
Ram: Never! I will never leave you...
Priya: I hate you Ram; you always do this. (She hit her fist lightly against his chest)
Ram: I know how much you hate me
He loosened his grip and examined her face. Tucking a strand of hair that was plastered to her moist cheek he cupped her face and gently lifted her head up so that her gaze drowned in his desire. She closed her eyes the moment his lips smooched her jawline and caressed it's way up her damp cheeks.
Ram: (he hovered over every inch of her face, teasingly whispering against it) these tears that you cried for me, tells me how much you hate me.
Starting from the tip of her chin with a firm kiss, he nuzzled down the front of her neck ending his journey with a kiss in between her cleavage before he worked his way back up to her lips.
Ram: (hovering over her parted lips, he felt her breathing hard against his thirsty lips as he whispered) your heart skipped several beats thinking that I was in pain, it tells me how much you hate me' (He moved closer to her lips, simply teasing her senses but before he could say anything more, she hid herself in his embrace.)
Priya: I love you Ram' I love you soo much' (She felt a gentle pressure against her back as his arms wrapped around her)
Ram: I love you too Priya'
Ram and Priya stood lost in each other for quite some time. It had been 7 long torturous months since they had held each other so closely. And although their souls were one throughout the separation, their bodies craved for intimacy, which was a neglected part of their relationship. Finally, Ram loosened his grip on her, ending the hug but holding on to her hands.
Ram: Priya, Aaj mein bahut khush hoon' Jee karta hain ki main kuch karoo' for you'
Priya: (chuckled and asked) Kya? You're crazy Ram'
Ram: Haan I am crazy but this is all because of you' If being crazy is this much fun and feels so good, then I never want to be sane again' ab choro yeh saab, I want to do something for you and I have just the plan' (He held her hand and began walking hastily towards the door, dragging her along with him)
Priya: Ram!! Where are you taking me?
Ram: No questions' chup chap chalo mera saath'
The suspense was revealed as Ram entered the kitchen, still holding on to Priya's hand. He pulled out a chair and asked her to sit.
Priya: Ram what are we doing here?
Ram: I am going to make pakora's (he winks at her, putting on an apron)
Priya: WHAT? It's 11pm Ram'
Ram: So is there a rule that forbids the indulgence of Pakora's after a certain time'
Priya: No but' (He interrupts her)
Ram: Exactly' No, "buts"' Besides I am doing all the work you just have to sit and look pretty for me.
Priya: Acha' So that's my only purpose here?
Ram: Of course' (He begins chopping potatoes into thin slices) You don't even have to try, you are already so' Ouch!!
Ram dropped the knife and quickly grasped his index finger as blood oozed out of the small yet deep cut in his skin' Priya grabbed a towel and asked Ram to hold it firmly against the wound, while she quickly brought the first aid kit from the other room. After tending to his wound, Ram was forced to sit down on the chair while Priya took charge and made the Pakora's. Although, at first he was disheartened that he couldn't cook for her, he eventually cheered up. Watching her cook was like candy for his eyes and like a fat kid he wanted the entire candy shop. She looked up at where he was sitting after she had finished making pakora's and two cups of steaming hot coffee, but to her surprise, Ram was no longer sitting in the chair in front of her' Scratching her temple, she began to wonder where he might have gone before she felt him behind her'
He interlocked his fingers resting his hands on her abdomen pulling her closer against his body. She had ignited a desire in his heart that hijacked his senses as he slid his hands slowly down below her abdomen, caressing her with his eager fingers. Involuntarily all the muscles in her body clenched and released simultaneously. Unable to handle the sensation any longer, she held on to his hands and moaned, "Ram'What are you doing?" He gripped her hands, wrapping his arms tightly around her as he moved even closer molding her to his body. Kissing along the length of her shoulders he ventured up her neck and nibbled her earlobe making her tighten her grip on his hands, unable to move away' He whispered, "Nothing'that I am not supposed to be doing". Turning her around slowly, he guided her against the counter with his body and placed his palms flat on the marble surface, denying her of any room to escape. Moving close to her lips he aimed to quench his thirst but she remained shy and shifted her face to the side slightly. His puckered lips crashed sensuously skimming every inch of her exposed neck' This was the final straw, the kiss to end all her protests. She firmly held onto his kurta with one hand while her other hand ran through his thick hair, fingers first. Once more he moved up to her lips knowing very well that she was thoroughly seduced. Their lips were just inches apart, he licked his lips, swallowed hard and was about to seal the gap when they heard, "WAAAH WAAAH WAAAH". One minute he was trying to catch her lips in between his and the next minute he was trying to catch his balance, nearly colliding with the counter as she unexpectedly pushed his arm off of it and escaped his captivity.
Ram: (getting a grip on himself he saw Priya walking out of the kitchen) Priya' (She stopped and turned to look at him) Where are you going?
Priya: (She looked towards the exit and than back at him) Ram, Raj is crying'
Ram: (flabbergasted) Priya' Raj ke paas unka mom aur dad hain' (She heard Raj cry again and was about to turn to leave but Ram objected cunningly) Okay wait, you can go but first I want to do something. (With her eyebrow raised, she looked at him with a "Kya?" expression on her face. He quickly ran to the cupboard pulling out a tray. Looking up to check if she was still there, he quickly placed the two cups of coffee and pakora's on the tray and walked towards her. She did not know what to expect, her confusion was his biggest strength. Within minutes he had latched on to her hand tightly.) I am not going to let you leave like that. Dekho (he pointed to the tray with his eyes) I am holding this tray that has hot coffee on it... If you try to resist than it will fall on my hand and burn me' (His point was accurate and as if he could foretell the future he knew it would work. He began to walk with her hand in his strong hold and she helplessly followed)
Priya: (restlessly) Ram' please' Apeksha might need my help' Ram? (He did not say a single word; he simply looked back at her and smiled before he continued to walk forward)
Ram had converted the terrace into an open concept balcony shielded by a glass roof that rested elegantly upon four white pillars, two on either side. He let go of her hand as she walked close to the railings of the balcony catching the raindrops on her hand all the while admiring the mesmerizing beauty surrounding her. Placing the tray down on the white, round glass table, he walked up behind her wrapping his arm around her waist and resting his chin on her shoulder.
Ram: Do you like it?
Priya: I love it' When did you do this?
Ram: in the last 7 months this is all I have been doing' I knew you would love it' And look Priya it's perfect' (he walked beside her, sticking his hand out to catch the raindrops as well) Now whenever it rains, you can come out here and fully embrace this love of yours. (She looked at him appreciatively. He smiled at her before he looked ahead at the pouring rain) Priya, remember that time when we stood on your balcony and admired the rain? Before we knew that we would end up together? (She nodded in agreement) You said that those who know how to love, find a way to love everything in this world, including this rain' I never understood this and in the 5 years that you were away from me I always tried to understand why anybody would love rain' Than it hit me' These raindrops are like the greatest lovers in the world, they are born to sacrifice themselves for whom they love. They are born only to fall from the sky and instantly hit the ground, shatter and die. We take for granted all the things that rain provides us with. It provides us with the greatest lakes from which we get our drinking water. It acts as hope for nations suffering from droughts. It feeds the earth making the soil ripe for subsistence agriculture that the world thrives off of. And in return it doesn't ask for anything it will keep sacrificing it's existence so long as the world is happy.
Ram you're right but I somewhat disagree'
Ram and Priya turn around to see Rajat standing behind them by the entrance of the balcony. He walked towards them holding a book in his hand.
Rajat: You're right, rain is much like great lovers sacrificing themselves for the happiness of others. Destiny is god's board game, therefore everything always happens for a reason. And if you ask me those who are destined to sacrifice for others are luckier than those who don't. The person who leaves their love for his/her happiness can be more blessed than the person who stays with their love for the rest of their lives. You know why? Because quantity never surpasses quality in life. Some people live long lives but they never actually live while they are alive. Romeo and Juliet became iconic lovers, spending only a short amount of time together. Nowadays, people get married on the basis of love and spend their entire life together never understanding what love really is and whether love really was between them in the first place... Thus, although these raindrops have a short life expectancy, they see more in that short time than we can only imagine our whole life. For example, the same raindrops that shattered and died, were re-born as raindrops that fell into the river which Shri Ram crossed to get to Sita Mata' And these raindrops that are pouring down tonight are catching a glimpse of true love, which is a rare sight in this day and age. And those raindrops may never be able to recite this feeling that bonds Ram and Priya together. But the world has the right to learn to love like Ram and Priya... And that's why i wrote your love story in these pages, (he handed the book to Ram) putting each word on a mission to convey love in a world that thrives on war, violence and jealousy.
Priya: this book is about us? C'mon we're not that interesting that someone will read about us'
Ram: uhh Priya speak for yourself. I don't know about you but I am very interesting.
Rajat: (smiles as Ram quickly apologizes seeing Priya look at him seriously) I just had to share this story with the world, because the way in which you two love is truly unique and honestly it has changed my perspective on love and life completely' I was actually going to gift this to you guys on your anniversary but it arrived early and tonight is a perfect night for you two so i thought why not make it sweeter' by the way the release date for this book is on same day as your anniversary, you guys are the first ones to read this book, and why shouldn't you be' After all it is about you two'Let me know what you think...
Ram: Thanks yaar' (Priya and Ram hug Rajat)
Rajat: This is nothing compared to what you have done for me' your way of life has changed my life forever. Anyways, I have to get back downstairs.
Turning to leave, his eyes fell on the tray resting on the table'
Rajat: (rushed to the table) Pakora??? I knew I smelled pakora's.
He grabbed the tray'
Rajat: you guys are AWESOME' Apeksha was craving pakora's... And these two cups of coffee are perfect right now. Waise bhi Raj won't be letting us sleep tonight.
Ram leaps forward to stop Rajat but Priya holds him back'
Priya: yeah sure Rajat, you and Apeksha can enjoy that' And what's the matter with Raj, is he feeling okay, I have been hearing him cry for quite sometime.
Rajat: I don't know Priya he just won't stop crying. Apeksha and I are fresh out of ideas. Can you help us? Ap nai Pihu ko itni aacha se raise kiya woh bhi all by yourself' Please help us yaar'
Priya: Arey of course Rajat. You and Apeksha enjoy the pakora's and coffee. Me and Ram (she looks at him... he is staring back at her shocked) will put Raj to sleep' Don't worry!!! Hain na Ram?
Ram: (says irritatingly) Haan!! Why not?? Chalo' (Priya smiles to herself as Ram stomps back into the mansion, following Rajat to his room)
Edited by Oneandall - 13 years ago
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