ShraMan SS: The Light of Her Life Update ~ 08/05 IMPORTANT NOTE Page 3 - Page 2

Hey guys! I am back with the next update! This is a long one, to make up for the length of the last update and the time in between them. This update is all about the past. How the past can effect the present and how love can play a significant role in our lives. I hope you all enjoy this update, so without further ado, here is Chapter 8:

Chapter 8

5 Years Ago

Dressed in a brown blazer and a black shirt, a letter in his right hand and a rose in his left, he knocked on the door. His hands were shaking out of nervousness but his smile was brighter than the sun. He waited for her to open the door. The excitement increasing by each second. And there she was, looking ethereal in a dark pink salwar, her gaze lowered and her blush increasing as she saw the rose in his hand.

"Sumo, you are the only person in this entire world who I can depend upon. The only person that I can trust wholeheartedly. The only person that loves me as much as I love them. The only person that cares for me, as much as ma did, his tears reflected in her eyes, her cheeks bright red, and her smile unfaltering, much like his.

"I love you Shravan, so much, that I cannot imagine a life without you, that if you leave me now, I won't be able to live,

Dropping the letter and the rose he grabbed her waist, pulling her towards himself, elevating her, her arms wrapped themselves around his neck as she hugged him tight, her feet dangling in the air slightly. Slowly, he put her down, she went on her tiptoes as he bent down. Their lips met slowly and cautiously. The air changed slightly, and he caught her lips in his, he moved away slightly to see her face, her eyes were closed and she slowly opened them in anticipation. She pulled him lower and their lips met again, this time with a passionate fire. She bit his lip, making him moan, taking advantage of this she thrust her tongue in his mouth and he did the same. They kissed each other with a thirst unimaginable. Finally pulling away for air, they looked at each other and laughed. Their lips swollen, hair dishevelled, clothes crumpled. However, their eyes held something more. They were sparkling with joy for finally they were together.

"If I knew that was going to be your reaction, trust me, I would've confessed ages ago, he said breathlessly

"Hahaha, well you should've Shravan Malhotra, but you were hell-bent on wasting so much time, She winked

"Well, in order to rectify that how would you like going to dinner tonight, as our first official date?

"I would love to! Pick me up at 7pm,

"Okay madam, see you then!

***

They were sitting in a secluded corner of the library. Shravan was reading a book on the history of sports cars, while Suman was listening to music on her phone, her head leaning on his bicep. Seeing him engrossed in his book, her face turned into a mischievous smile. She reached up, and taking a strand of her hair, she poked it into his ear. He rubbed his ear, glaring at her, making her laugh uncontrollably,

"What the hell Sumo, what do you want?

"You are literally the world's most boring boyfriend,

"Now what did I do?

"You are literally sitting here, reading a book about cars when there are better things to do, she winked, suggestively

He put the book down to give her his full attention, "Like what?

"I don't know, we could go watch a movie, I've got two corner seat tickets to Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani,

"Why would you get corner seat tickets, that's literally the worst place to sit, asked Shravan confusedly,

"Shravan, do I have to literally explain everything to you step by step, her annoyance rising.

Shravan's brain clicked and he realised what she wanted to do. Grabbing her hand, and putting the book away he dragged her out of the library and they drove off to the theatre.

***

She was sitting in his lap, her hands playing with his and his face nuzzling her neck. They had come on a camping trip with their friends who were passed out in their tents, while they sat outside, basking in the moonlight and sitting in front of the fireplace.

"Shravan, she whispered hoarsely

"Hmm,

"I think it's time we tell our families about us, we've just come back from London, after finishing our Master's and been dating for two years now, we can tell them that we don't want to get married yet. You want to start up your independent firm and I want to set up my restaurant.

"Yeah, I agree, and also we should tell them before anyone else does, otherwise it'll make things much worse.

"Okay, come over tomorrow and we'll tell Nanu together, she looked up to him, pecking his lips lightly.

***

"Papa, do you have a minute? Shravan walked into his father's office that night hesitantly. It was as if he was eight years old again, and had to tell his father that he broke the window by accident while playing cricket.

"Yes beta, come in,

"I need to tell you something. Papa, I love Sumo.

Ramnath stared at his son in shock, he had known that Suman and him had something going on, but he hadn't realised that it would actually happen, "Have you told her so?

"Yes, I have, in fact, she loves me too,

"How long has this been going on for?

"For two years, right before we left for London,

"Does her family know?

"We told Nana-ji this morning,

"I'm sorry Shravan, I can't give you both my blessing,

"Papa, why? Shravan asked confused, and hurt

"She is not of our status, here I am dreaming of getting you married in one of the most influential families, and you are wanting to marry that low-class girl,

"Papa, enough. I can decide for myself of who I want to marry and who I want to be with. You didn't have any problem with her before. I really wonder who turned you against her, since it was her grandfather that made you who you are today anyway. He sniggered suggestively.

"Shravan! Is this the way to talk about your parents?

"Papa, get this straight. Kamini Malhotra is not my parent. She wasn't my mother seven years ago, she isn't my mother today and she won't ever be my mother. My Ma died in a car crash years ago, and you may have been able to replace her within days, but I will never be able to! And I will get married to Sumo, whether I have your blessing or not! He had fire in his eyes, anger taking over his demeanour, he walked out of the office, without a second glance.

***

It started to rain heavily as he drove over to her house. He needed her now more than ever. Knocking on the door impatiently, he waited for her to open the door.

She walked slowly, her eyes red and puffy after crying. She opened the door slowly. She saw him there, right in front of her. She knew if she doesn't say it now, she would never be able to. With all the strength she had in her, she looked him in the eyes, tears spilling uncontrollably, her voice shaking, "Shravan, I love you, but we can't be together.

***

Present day

He looked outside, it was raining just as it was then, only now the wounds that had healed had resurfaced. How had their lives taken this turn? They were meant to be getting married at the mandap today, not some random marrying his Sumo. He shivered at the thought of Aaryan and Suman together. Of Aaryan touching Suman. Of Aaryan claiming his right on her. He remembered of all their days together; the ones of laughter, the ones of friendship, the ones of passion and the ones of love.

Love is complicated,

It shows you that with it life becomes more beautiful, but not necessarily easy.

We have our demons; we have our challenges. Love helps us overcome them, to fight them. It gives us strength. Even if you and your soulmate are apart, love can overcome the distance.

***

I really hope you all liked this update. I thought it was high time I gave you some cute moments of ShraMan and some heartbreaking moments.

Please leave a like and comment, I don't get time to reply to them, but I do read them all, and it helps me so much.

Also here's a few questions for you guys to ponder upon:

1. Why did Sumo break up with Shravan?
2. How is Sumo's life after marriage? How is Aaryan treating her?
3. Will Shravan save her? How so?
4. Will Shravan and Suman get together in the end?

Hey guys!!

So, I know I've been MIA

ALSO WHAT DID THEY DO TO THE FORUM, ITS CONFUSING ME SO MUCH

Anyway, I've missed you all so much, and don't worry I'm not going to leave you all hanging.

I just wanted to say, I'm slowly moving all of my work onto Wattpad starting with this, so from now onwards, you can get updates of this story on Wattpad, as I find it easier to update there.

Chapter 9 was just posted and here's a link to it: https://www.wattpad.com/652070832-shraman-ss-~-the-light-of-her-life-prologue

At least they've made hyperlinking easier. Anyway, please let me know in the comments over there how you found it and feel free to message me anytime, I will still be lingering around this forum (I'm too attached to leave)

Love you all, always <3