My Journey-MayUr FF Part-16 pg-116, 5/dec - Page 73

I looked at her ... I myself was not ready for the sudden confession. Some part of me was satisfied on the fact that Nupur was ready to share her problems with me, while other part was afraid. I was clueless about the story ahead ''I am not their daughter'' and now I just wish my human nature tries to understand her and not get upset!! I placed my hand on hers, just trying to convey to go ahead. Her dove-shaped eyes were down-casted, staring at her hand which was wrapped neatly in mine.

Nupur's POV

I looked at ''our'' hands...I wanted them to be like for ever. But keeping Mayank in dilemma was not something i wished to start my journey with. Maybe it was not a big deal..My past was not that worthy to give so much importance to, but deep down ...I felt as if I am cheating on Mayank .

''Mayank....'' why is it so difficult to confess! Maybe i fear rejection. I gulped in some courage and continued '' My mom-dad are no more '' I closed my eyes before he could witness my teary eyes . ''I am adopted child Mayank...but no one ever made me realise this fact '' my heart was racing at rocket speed. My eyes were lowered down and to anticipate Mayank's reaction at this point of time was the toughest job to do. '' But maa told me when i was 18. My parents died in road accident when I was 2 and Dad being my father's best friend adopted me. That day was dooms day for me. I never knew fate can play something so cruel with me! I took months to recover from this trauma...And no one forced me to digest this bitter truth so easily. But sometimes time actually heal wounds. I moved on and sounded normal with everyone. '' I took a pause, the lump was cracking my voice and today I didn't wish to break down. With all my might, I looked at Mayank ... he was lost in his own thoughts but eyes staring blankly at me. He felt cheated?... I should have told him the truth before marriage! He will never accept this fact. Tears rolled down my cheeks '' I know you must be feeling terrible. I should have told you before our marriage but during that time I was too occupied with the terrible feeling to leave my family and settle in a new world. ''He still didn't say anything. DESTINY! '' But i started to respect you...u understood me ...the real Nupur! I could share my pains with you. I could behave a normal ordinary girl who is afraid of dark, fears rejection, loves rain...and sometimes cries just to shove off some heavy feelings. '' Finally his face showed some expressions but it was hard for me to interpret ...really hard '' I forgot about my life with you but the moment you came close to me that night , felt I am cheating you ! U deserve to know the truth about me.. The entire terrible truth!! I know, u were hurt by my act...but moving on with a hidden fact, it was difficult. I wanted to tell you everything but words fell short! I was afraid to lose you ... coz I lost Aditya before '' He frowned! Why is my life so complicated ... '' I liked Aditya ...my college friend. We shared a beautiful bond of friendship and love. He understood me completely but failed to understand me when i needed him the most. He felt cheated and i completely broke down. I was afraid to tell you the truth Mayank ...I was afraid to lose someone whom i loved, again. But I can't cheat you '' Finally i confessed. His hand was still wrapped around mine but will it remain forever?... I left this question to be answered by God.

Mayank's POV

My sense was numb at that moment. She was adopted daughter; this was something I can make out after her small-unintentional confession in hospital. But it was so painful, I realised after looking at her condition during the first sentence she spoke. I can't even imagine the pain she went throu when she was told about it ... But something was hurting me badly! Why didn't she tell me before? Dint she trust my vows to stand by her during her thin n thick?...Did she consider me so selfish? I failed to show any expression! I was blank but then the name ''Aditya'' buzzed into my ears. Nupur loved someone... She did and that person left her. Maybe she felt the same pain which I went throu after that terrible night, when everything flip-flopped. I was a human too! I can't behave like a God. Knowing the fact that your wife loved someone before can make hell fall on you...And it did the same to me. I was not bothered whether she was adopted or anything, it will never change my love for her but knowing the fact that she loved someone dearly before, hurt me. Did she still love him? This question made the situation all more terrible. I looked at her...Tears were escaping from her eyes, while she sat defeated.

''Do you still love Aditya?'' I felt myself to be a freak!!.. Instead of consoling her, I am being jerk but I too have emotions. I am not perfect! It hurts to see her in pain but it hurts me even more to think that she loved someone ...or maybe still loves

Nupur's POV

I looked at him shocked! His eyes were glistening with tears. I didn't have the guts to speak anything but then he needed an answer.

''I love you Mayank. Maybe you won't love me but ...'' my words trailed off as I felt his lips on mine. My heart was racing, my motor and sensory areas felt to numb to react to anything but the only thing I felt was his lips...His warm lips. He pecked me lightly and embraced his arm around mine fragile shoulders, while I rested my head on his chest

''I love you Nupur and nothing matters to me than the fact that you love me '' He said those heavenly words and everything felt at peace. We sat for sometime, grabbing the peace, love, trust and feeling of being complete! Those words still echoed in my ears and nothing more I could ask for.

We walked back home , with Mayank tightly holding my hand while I grabbed his tighter , the fear of losing him has haunted me and now, I am with him. With my love.

Confessing love but then facing each other was awkward, but I am enjoying this new feeling. We went to our room...silently followed the same old routine but many things changed. I slept on my side while he on his, but to my surprise he snaked his arm around my waist and pulled me closer, without any hesitation i placed my head on his arm and slept comfortably. The best sleep I had in my entire life, I could feel his body next to me, his breath on my neck...everything was so perfect ! And I was scared to open my eyes, just not to let my dream shatter

Mayank's POV

I woke up and saw the beautiful angel lying next to me, cuddled in my arms. Her strand tracing her face with her eyes shut delicately and her perfect lips curved into a beautiful smile. Last night marked many changes and I love her even more. Last night, i couldn't realise it but now if I think back...I feel bad for Nupur. She faced so much in her life but never complained. I promise to myself that she won't face an inch of trouble anymore. I gently kissed her forehead and that moment she opened her eyes. She was gorgeous and her eyes were magical. She looked deep into my eyes...and smiled.

''good morning'' I said softly

''morning'' she said and shifted from my embrace. I felt her blushing and the crimson colour made her all more gorgeous.

I and Samrat went to office while Nupur went to her place. For a change I didn't feel any burden on my shoulder...No thoughts banging in my head, just beautiful picture of Nupur zooming in front of my eyes. I returned back home to find Nupur and Samrat giggling on some joke of his.

Months passed and with each passing day...everything seemed more and more perfect! Mom too came back. Nupur and I shared few intimate moments...but i didn't wish to rush to anything which makes Nupur uncomfortable. We wanted the same thing...being one but waited for apt time to come. Maybe this is the beauty of Arrange Marriage...

It was yet another day, but something was cooking between Samrat and Nupur. As soon as me and Mom came back home, Samrat started with her eye-language with Nupur while she continued avoiding it. Mom asked me about her changed behaviour but i was too clueless

Nupur's POV

Sometimes it's really difficult to be his saviour! He was continuously nudging me to talk on his behalf to Shilpa maa and Mayank. I could make them checking both of us out. During meals Samrat continuously pleaded me to speak while Mayank's gaze was killing my left-over courage

''ahmm...'' I spoke after taking few sips of water

''What happened Nupur?'' Mayank asked concerned. Did I mention that I loved him even more now!

'Actually, I was thinking Samrat should marry now'' I said all nervously. Samrat pretended to get a shock. He over-reacts sometimes'

''Yeah...even i was thinking about this'' Mom said, but Samrat frowned ''what do you think about Mehta's daughter. I find her to be a good match for Samrat'' Mom said while both me and Samrat went pale

''Great idea maa. She is a great girl'' As soon as Mayank blurted out those words, I narrowed my eyes on him ''I mean...she is good for Samrat'' Mayank corrected and grabbed some more bites.

''Actually mom, Samrat likes someone'' I said and could feel the bubble of nervousness in Samrat's mind. Mayank glared at me while mom just chuckled

''Great! Who is she?'' mom smiled and asked. Samrat was more than happy and in excitement she spoke every little detail about Dia, his co-mate. She was a sweet girl; Samrat had introduced her to me before. Mayank was happy too.

I am finally gonna enjoy my Brother-in-law's marriage

Hope u like it

Hey Ruchi ,

Nice update Ruchi - What I liked more is you kept Mayank as normal human being..The way he reacted to each truth was just real..😊