Hi everyone,
Firstly a big sorry for the very late update. Got very busy, and was confused too. So finally I was able to finish this Part. Really hope you guys like it. Please let me know. I have a compensation for the late update, this Part has my version of Sumo's song "Zindagi kahan kahan se". Let me know if you like it.
Chapter - 7
Suman was smiling in front of the mirror looking at her ring and replaying the events that happened that before Malhotra family left, when her phone rings, this brought her out of her reverie but bought her smile back.
Thinking about me?? asked Shravan.
"Hmmm No, about myself" she teased
"It's the same thing"
Sumo do you have a copy of your ID?
Yes, but why?
Get that and come out, my office Peon is waiting outside your home, give him the copy and sign the documents he gives you.
Sumo rushes out and signs the documents wherever the Peon asks her to, she doesn't even care to read it.
Are you done? Asks Shravan.
Yes!!!
Okay Sumo be ready at 6 we have to go somewhere before dinner
But where??
"Patience Miss Suman Tiwari, you'll get to know pretty soon".
But what will I tell everyone at home
"We got engaged today, I think they'll understand that we need some alone time", chuckled Shravan
"Shravan!!! Bahut besharam ho tum".
I didn't even start yet!!
Shut up!! And tell me where are we going??
"Back in time."
What!!! Where??
Just be ready you'll get to know in 3 hours. I'm very busy. Bye for now..
Sumo goes upstairs to check on Nanu and let him know that she's going out with Shravan. She got ready and was pacing around in the living area, Shravan calls and asks her to come out. She informed the other family members already.
Shravan was waiting for her next to the car and smiled as he saw her walking towards him. He wondered how his feelings never changed for her over the years, he still feel his heart skip a beat every time he sees her, no matter how many. She was and is the only one who can make him feel this way.
Excited for our date he asked
"Yup!! Let's see where are you taking me".
Shravan opened the passenger seat door for her closed it after she sat comfortably just like a true gentleman before heading to his seat.
Suman couldn't stop blushing, this feeling was different, although their friendship was good enough for them but now they have a different name to their relationship Fianc. That thought made her heart flutter.
So now will you tell me where are we going??
Nope! You'll soon find out.. As he started driving he took her hand and held the gear stick with it, Suman gasped. There was something very intimate about Shravan holding her hand right then. Even though she was very sure of her relationship with Shravan, she never thought that his slightest touch could make her whole body shiver, they used to touch each other's hands before, but after they confessed their love to each other every touch felt like deliberate method of talking in a whole new different way.
Will you be just lost in your thoughts or do you plan to talk to me as well?? Asked Shravan knowing how flushed she is as her hand was still intertwined with his. Suman tried to pull out once only making him tighten his grip on her.
Don't disturb me Sumo!!! he agitated.
I was just... she couldn't say anything.
Don't even try.
Ok tell me how was your day after the engagement??
Nothing much, just as usual said Suman trying hard to suppress her smile.
Just as usual??? He asked tightening his grip on her hand.
Sumo how many times have you got engaged, as you didn't feel any difference??
You tell me how did you spent the few hours after our engagement??
If I tell that wouldn't be a surprise then, I can just tell you that I was working on two projects simultaneously from a new office for the day.
"Look at you.. You've started working right after the engagement, and you are asking me about what I did. I was at least thinking about you the whole time, missing you so much, wanted to just stay with you and you were working the whole time not even missing me once", she blurted all out without realizing, making Shravan smile at her silly Sumo behaviour.
Suddenly she screamed, what here!!!!
It must be closed, what if we get caught, you know what happens right??
He parked the car and got out to open her door.
Shravan!!!! Are you sure we can go in???
He held her hand and pulled her to open the school gate.
All her school memories came back in a flash. The lights outside were on only the classroom lights were off, helping them find their way easily. They went to the Cafeteria, their classrooms, their playground, every where they could possibly remember. Seeing Sumo so happy made his smile wider.
Thanks Shravan!! She said hugging him.
Not yet!!
There is still one place to go.
Library she screamed. "How can I forget my Chamish's favourite place. Let's go. But remember our Librarian would always lock the door". How will we enter???
We'll break the lock tonight!!
What are you serious???
No. I asked the Librarian to keep it unlocked today, I'll lock it return the keys to the watchman.
Was this where you were busy today??
Sort of...
You know I always thought Library is a boring place, that's why I didn't come here much, I thought it might affect my reputation. I used to come here only to meet you, saying this she turned only to find herself standing alone in the Library.
She called for Shravan but then saw a book kept in the wrong way, she smiled and reached out for it. There was a note saying "History Books Row".
She ran towards where the History book section was, she found another book kept wrong sided with a note saying, " History was the subject you hated the most, and yet you have to believe that History repeats itself. "Back then you came to Library only for me and even now you are back in the Library only for me"
"Literature Books Row"
She couldn't stop smiling now as their childhood events kept playing back in her mind as she remembered how Shravan was always there for her making her life worth living.
She had to find the Literature books section because she never visited this section of the Library. She used to find love stories silly and even made fun of them. She finally made it to that section only to find another book with a note, it read "Strange that you used to find love stories silly, yet you have one of the most amazing love story of your own". "Crossword Books Row"
Her heart was beating faster as she rushed to the crossword section as she was very well aware that was Shravan's favourite row.
Her heart skipped a beat as she saw the book, she opened it and found Shravan's letter in there. She took it out and read it with tears rolling down her eyes, Shravan wiped her tears as she hugged him tight.
I didn't do this to make you cry, I just wanted to take you back in time and give you something that belonged to you since then. This letter and my love. I Love You Sumo.
I Love You too Shravan. I'm sorry for not coming that day, sorry for making fun of you, sorry for not being with you when you needed me the most, sorry for taking you for granted. But believe me the day you left for London made me realize how important you were for me. Since then I was just waiting for you to come back. I was always missing the essence of my life, and for me it was you.
Bas Intezaar me hi guzri thi zindagi
Jitne the door tum utni thi tishnagi
Jitne the door tum utni thi tishnagi
Tum pass ho to pyaas bhi bujhti chali gayi...
Zindagi kahan kahan se guzarti chali gayi....
Shhh... stop talking now, will you or you want me to make you??? He asked making her chuckle.
We both did our set of mistakes Sumo. Let's not blame each other. We have a very important work to finish.
What is it??
Let's put this Crossword Dictionary back in the shelf. They do it together. She hugs him again and he kisses her head. Thanks Shravan, she mumbled in his chest making him tighten the hug. Just then he gets a message.
Oh Finally!!! He smiles reading the text. Let's go, time for Dinner in a very special place.
Shravan locks the door and thanks the watchman while giving the keys back.
Where are we going now?? Asked impatient Sumo.
Back in time again!!!
He held her hand again when started driving, this time Sumo moved closer to him and put her head on his shoulder.
By the way Shravan I've read this letter before.
What!!!! When???
When you were going back to London and you sprained your foot.
Was that the reason you were asking me if I loved someone???
Yup!!! But you said you moved on.
And you believed it??
No, I tried every possible way to make you realise your feelings and what I feel for you.
But I was running away from my own feelings to hardly know what's in your heart.
Shravan why are we going this way??? She's surprised and not sure why would he get her here.
"You will get your answers soon", saying this he parked the car and came out to her door. She was reluctant in coming out, but he pulled her out with a big smile.
Shravan trespassing school was not enough for you, that now we are trespassing someone's house. And that too Khosla's house. Don't you remember what happened last time??? He came with the Police.
Don't worry I'll handle it. As they entered the gate, there was a man waiting with the keys, he gave a nod to Shravan after giving the keys and left.
Shravan unlocked the door and asked her to get in. "But Shravan Khosla".
This is not Khosla's house anymore, he sold it.
Sold it!!! To whom???
To Miss Suman Tiwari.
What are you talking about Shravan, I didn't buy this house from Khos...
Wait a minute, the papers that I signed today were for these???
Yes, and it got all registered in your name now.
But why Shravan, I don't want you to do this..
It's OK Sumo, I did this for us, this will be our home whenever we come back from London and it's all my own money. Do you trust me Sumo??
She couldn't say anything, just hugged him tight and kept saying Thank you while sobbing in his chest.
No more crying now, get in your childhood home Sumo.
No!! We will both get in together, as this is my home that I will live after wedding.
They both enter together. Suman could hardly believe that the home she was born is back hers again. She could not ask for anything more.
How did you do it Shravan??? How did Khosla agree???
I told him I'll take the case back, if he give me in writing that he would not dupe anyone and if he sells this house to me. He suffered big loss because of the case, he had to agree.
She was jumping in happiness, running all around the house, reliving every childhood memory she can by each passing second. Shravan just remembered the last time they were here, but now she can call this house her home again. Shravan you really did get me back in time, infact you brought back time for me, she said holding his hand in hers. He had a content smile on his face.
Ready for a special Dinner he asked, taking her upstairs. She was amazed about how did he manage to do so much in just a matter of few hours. The terrace was lightly lit up, but enough for a cozy dinner.
"I didn't get enough time to decorate", he said not satisfied with the look of the terrace. He just had time to get it clean and get the food table ready. But the dinner is special as it is specifically made for you. He beamed in happiness and hoped she liked it.
Wow my favourite Pizza, Pasta and Chocolate cake!!!! Screamed excited Sumo.
Not just that said Shravan, I made this for you.
What!!!! Shravan!!!! Are you kidding me?
Nope..
I wanted to do something really special for you.
You are already special to me, the best gift I could ever get. You don't have to do anything else Shravan, just your being in my life is everything for me. She said hugging him and wondering why he loves her so much.
We can talk later, now taste and tell me how is it. He served her a Pizza slice and breadsticks with sauce and soft drink, before serving for himself.
Perfect!!! She said chewing the first bite.
When did you learn cooking??
I used to cook for myself sometimes, mostly pasta in different ways, but I remember how you like your Pizza, Pan Crust with jalapenos, green pepper, diced tomatoes and onions. It was easy as I made this in PCT with many helpers, that was my office for the day.
You remember everything about me, was what she could say amazed by her best friend now Fiance'. She loved the pasta too, they fed each other, smiling and giggling talking about random childhood memories.
Time to cut the cake now, said Sharvan as he got the cake trolley close to her. She couldn't stop smiling after looking at the cake, it read "Happy Engagement Sumo & Shravan". They both cut the cake, Sumo feeds Shravan the first but he smashes the whole piece on her face and before she could react he took a picture of her.
Shravan!!! She screamed trying to grab his phone to delete the pic, but he runs away from her. Soon they were both running all over the terrace just like old days, she grabbed his shirt trying to grab the phone from his never ending hand. She was tired, why are you so tall?? I'll go clean myself she sighed and turned but he grabbed her wrist to stop her. She felt a tug in her heart, he slowly turned her and pinned her to the wall and whispered "I'll do that for you", making Suman blushing really hard by his closeness. He first kissed her forehead tasting the cake's frosting as gently as he can making her melt in his arms. Suman's hands were clutching his shirt. He then moved down to her cheeks those were crimson red with his touch and he swiped his tongue to taste the rest of the frosting from her face.
Mmm... Cake tastes good now, he says making her blush even harder. He then make her look at him before taking her lips with his in the most passionate kiss ever. Her hands found place in his hair as he was making sure, this was their best one yet. They stop to breathe, with foreheads still together.
I Love You he whispered in her ear.
I Love You too she replied gasping with wet eyes.
Sumo I did everything to pamper you to make you smile, not to make you cry.
I don't want to cry Shravan, but it's so overwhelming for me to wholeheartedly accept the happiness you gave me today. Everything seems so perfect like I'm dreaming.
This is not a dream Sumo. I want you to feel this way everyday.
And you know what?? I want to feel you everyday, he winked making her smile.
Ab Chalen?? "Nanu wait kar rahe honge".
Just five minutes Sumo, there is one more surprise.
What!!!
He made a call and said "Now"
Shravan turns her around, and asks her to look at the dark sky. The sky was darker tonight because of new moon, she wondered why shravan asked her to look at the sky.
Just then there were fireworks in the sky making it brightest ever, she looked and Shravan and hugged him sideways as they both looked at the fireworks together. Then for few seconds there was "I Love You Sumo" shining bright in the dark sky, just as what he has done to her life. She hugged him again trying hard to find words to let him know what was she feeling right now.
Lafzon me kya kahe Dil me jo baat hai
Khwabon se bhi haseen lagti ye raat hai
Khwabon se bhi haseen lagti ye raat hai
Khushiyan banke baarish barasti chali gayi...
Zindagi kahan kahan se guzarti chali gayi...
Sumo!! He lift her chin. This will your everyday from now. You have suffered a lot and sacrificed a lot for others, but now I will make sure everyday of yours will be a day to remember.
I Love you so much Shravan. And I promise I will get your happiness back to you, and this time in a proper way. She thought snuggling closer to his heart.
He reluctantly drops her at Tiwari Killa, and as she turns to leave pulls her back for a hug. "I can't stay away from you anymore", he says pecking her lips.
"Me too", she replies, making it hard for him to leave.
"Shravan pick me up from PCT tomorrow, as Kamini Chachi asked me to come for shopping".
He just responds in "Hmmm", as he doesn't wanna break the hug till he's content. I'm taking you with me through my hugs, as I will see you tomorrow, I need something to pacify myself.
Sumo breaks the hug, tiptoes and pulls him down for a kiss, making him gasp this time, "will this be enough, she asks him after breaking the kiss" and running inside without looking back. Shravan just smiles scratching his head before driving back home.
Sumo dances around in her room beaming with her new found happiness. She then makes a call, "sorry to disturb you so late, but I need to talk to you right now".
Finally complete, this Part was very difficult for me to write as everyone had so many expectations for the Dinner date. Hope I didn't disappoint you guys. Please let me know if you liked it or even if you didn't. Also comment on my version of "Zindagi kahan kahan se". Thank You everyone.
Lubna.
Edited by LubSha - 8 years ago