'Ready To Get Married' ( Part XVII) Story ends

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Bhoomi

Part I

"Main Aur Meri tanhayee Aksar yeh baatein kartey hain.." that's the song Raghu was singing at home. His mother heard and said, In the song.. There is a line tum hoti.. to aisa.. but beta .. Meri bahu hoti to kitna achaa hota for me and ur tanhayee I am not liking it at all'" Raghu quietly read the book in his hand and said, "Mom,, u r done with it or something more u want to say' Aap key lecture ke darr sey I am not able to sing songs.. '" His mother started to lovingly try and persuade him to get married or at least start liking someone.. She started with the many names of the girls she has seen and felt the girls would match him suit him as his wife' Raghu knew mom is in marriage mode and no one can stop her...he went into washroom and sat quietly there reading the book. Outside his mom was still continuing wanting him to listen what she was trying to say and Raghu smiled, 'she won't ever give up'. His mom shouted, 'I know u r sitting there reading the book and running from the things I want to explain u." After a while she was over with it and Raghu knew for next 2-3 months mom will not start the lecture... The dosage is over for time being.

Raghu is 32 working in an export firm from past 8 years. In looks he is descent and as a person quite introvert and shy. He has lots of love care in his heart. He doesn't speak much but observes most. Whenever he decides to argue it has to be his own battle and he never wants anyone to support him, he can win hands down as his determination is never beaten. Marriage for him was an issue quite exciting when he was 24. He was searching to fall in love and he was searching to gather the courage to speak with a girl and make her his. He knew with his wife he can be all that he wants to be, naughty, funny, childlike, humorous, nave, romantic and he wanted to have these things come out as he falls in love. He wanted a life partner, he wants a soul mate, wanting to kiss someone on her lips and see her closed eyes and look at her all the way telling her, "U mean the world and ur eyes are my visa into ur heart don't close it let me see what ur eyes say ur heart is feeling. Let them show the love u have for me." He was hopelessly romantic inside but couldn't get that someone special in his life.

At 26 he met Arundhati a beautiful girl whom he met at a party, they exchanged numbers, met number of times but later he found she was close with most of his friends the same way. He was hurt knowing she was not actually interested in him. She wanted a more vibrant guy with muscles, confidence and extrovert outspoken, and she got such a guy in her life too. Raghu so very much liked her but knew she got what she wanted in life.

He was 28 when he met Sudha a receptionist with whom he argued and fought at an office desk and later they became friends. He thought this would work as most of the love stories start with fighting with each other. But the end was bitter here, Sudha was moving out of the city and she wanted him to wait. Raghu waited but wait was not fruitful, the distance made their relationship weak. They had never committed to be in a relationship but they felt and knew. She found someone and Raghu had realized it even before she had built the guts to say it to him.

After 30 he was ready for arrange marriage now. He met proposal 5-6 along with his mom. The proposal he met never matched to what he was looking for. Education, Salary, permanent job, family and a flat in his name these were mostly talked and the most important factors discussed. The girls he met were so over the top in what they wore what they spoke and many didn't speak a word. He wanted to find a sense of honesty in the way they approach but most were not. He was now getting detached to the word marriage. He wanted someone but not anyone for the sake of company. He had dreams before, now he didn't even want to dream. He had surely given up and he was sure he doesn't mind giving up the want to face reality which says "marriages are made in heaven- if it's not made, destiny wants him to be alone, then he wants to be alone in peace."

Part III

Rama: U know I told u that there was some reason due to which I want to get out of this house and be in some other place but not here. I guess we are tying the knot so let me be honest before and not later make u feel I tried to hide anything or kept u in the dark.

Raghu: Ok..

Rama was not looking at him but continuously going on to tell him with a stern face and serious expressions as if she doesn't care whether he believes her or not.

Rama: In our bungalow as u have seen we stay down and upstairs stays my uncle with his daughter and one room we have given on Rent. There is this guy called, Sridhar who stays there, he works in a MNC. He is quite well built and good looking. He once proposed me saying, he wanted to marry me. I never got attracted to him as I never really looked at him like that. I was surprised that we never had any interactions as I am busy with my work load and training so why he is asking. Also I am introvert and he is far too extrovert. I couldn't see me fitting in; somehow I didn't feel he was what all I want. And saying yes to someone who was saying too many good things which looked so much over the top.. Fake to me. I told No with a stern face and told him not to ever raise this again. Obviously he was angry with me and told me all that one could expect from a person who gets a No, I can easily say he disrespected and I was glad of my decision, as he left the room.

Raghu was smiling and listening as if this is what he wanted to know from so many days.

Rama continued: After a month or so he came with my cousin, that's my uncles daughter who stay upstairs informing they got married. He married my cousin and told they were in love and they got married hurriedly becoz of me. I was stunned from where I came into the picture now. He told them that I was after him and he loved my cousin and that's why they got married so that, I don't do something or the other to make them apart. Like a fool I tried to tell my side of issue. Informing how he proposed me and I had rejected, that was what he wanted me to say I guess' My parents, my uncle and aunt none believed. My cousin is very beautiful and obviously he is very good looking too they were like why would he propose u and not her, and why would u reject his proposal, as u never disliked him. U r not saying the truth they said. They found too many unbelievable facts in my side...and how could they believe me when my cousin was all out to support Sridhar. I was confused why he did propose me but that was the truth. Now with me saying this fact they went all against me ..

Rama took sip of water as her throat went dry.. Raghu looked at her with an understanding face.

Rama continued: Sridhar and Aruna they are married staying upstairs in our house. My parents want me to marry get out from here as they feel I will always be a discomfort for the married couple. They feel I have feelings for Sridhar and won't be able to see them happy. I don't know why they can't trust me.. maybe they are in absolute belief that no guy would prefer me in first instance in front of Aruna who looks very gorgeous in looks and in personality. I said no initially to get married but was too hurt for sure knowing none believe what I said. I want to get out of the house.. so I told u I want to marry and get out , not care where I go.. but this place surely is getting difficult to be in with ur loved ones not on ur side'

Rama had moist eyes'later she made herself to be strong and told him,

Rama: U said yes.. Why' can I know..?

Raghu: I was curious to know what's the reason '.and u told only when I get close enough u would.. so'

Rama smiled and said with a little pain inside: So it was not at all a question of liking. (she smiled again making Raghu to get a feel that it's ok, he was Honest in his answer.)

Raghu felt a bit of guilt but Yes he was honest, he continued: ya ..liking develops.. and it is developing.. I felt ur eyes were so honest..and I believed u had a strong reason..and see..yes u had a strong reason. Ur parents should believe these eyes for sure.. What I could see they too should have seen.

Rama looked at him and said: U believe what I am saying is true..

Part IX

At home all were quite amazed looking the way Rama was trying to dress up. She was so very much concerned to wear a better sari, the way its worn properly or not.. the makeup , the hairdo.. She wanted to looked prettier in front of Raghu .. to please his eyes and get compliments.. To look great to her mother in law.. Her jewellery, slight makeup.. Made her look very pretty.. Rama had never cared to be so pleasing before and her happiness glow added a spark to her personality. Sridhar looked at her when she came into the drawing room. He looked at her with a smile and she ignored his presence totally.. Sridhar disliked her happiness glow for some reason..

Raghu and his mom arrived. Rama rushed to take blessing of her would be mother in law. Raghu looked at her with a smile and she with shyness smiled back. Raghu came close and said,

Raghu: Looking great today' (Rama looked at him with a cheeky smile as if she wants to hear something more..)

Raghu continued with a naughty smile:Though u look great to my eyes every time

Rama blushed and was very happy to get what she waited for so long.. Compliments from the one she wished '

He entered and was introduced, he observed Arundhati.. the girl whom he loved the very first time.. As she was introduced to him as Rama's sister & Sridhar's wife' he got a shock.. He had heard the name Aruna but it didn't strike to him that these two were same. Arundhati met him ..she soon recollected and said..

Arundhati: Oh .. Raghu.. Raghunath.. right..

Raghu said yes with a slight smile as if he wasn't very glad meeting her.

Rama understood by his face that there was something which has affected him. She tried to think over and as Arundhati told she knows him met few years back. A nice guy.. Rama arrived to the conclusion that his first relationship was with a girl Arundhati he mentioned and this Aruna may be Arundhati'

Arundhati was seen chatting with her hubby telling him how much Raghu liked her and was wanting to have a relationship with her.. but then she wasn't ready to commit to him. Here Raghu informed Rama about Arundhati been the same girl whom he had loved.. Sridhar was seen very happy to get this news.. Somewhere Arundhati was also happy. It was all a old friend met after long for her.. She was happily married and didn't care Rama may feel awkward ' Only Raghu and Rama were a bit moved..

Sridhar couldn't miss this opportunity at all.. He walked towards Rama and introduced himself to Raghu. Raghu was upset but shook hands with him.

Sridhar: Rama remember I told sometime back.. 'U Never can be anyone's First Choice..' (He smiled and before any reaction comes' he went towards Raghu's mom) Rama felt very hurt with the words.. Yes he had said.. "She can never be anyone's first choice'" Raghu could also feel she is hurt.. Rama had eyes filled with tears.. She excused herself and went towards the washroom..

As she reached the washroom. She looked into the mirror wanting to confront herself.. Why she has to go through this.. As she saw her face in the mirror.. she saw Raghu standing behind her.. She wiped her tears and settled her hair.. Not wanting to talk with him. Raghu was feeling too bad for her and some way responsible for her tears. Rama looked at the door and said,

Rama: It won't look nice if u too r here in the washroom .. U go I will be back in few sec.. I am fine..

Raghu: But I am not. I want to have a chat with u ..

Rama felt it would be awkward if anyone comes and see them in the washroom.. She walked trying tears not to flow.. Though her heart was still in much pain.

As she came into her room.. She looked at Raghu and said,

Rama: I am not hurt by u.. I know u had told me all this before.. in our first meeting u had informed abt ur previous relationships.. its destiny she was my sister.. it didn't strike us.. don't feel guilty it is just that.. aa.. (she had tears intact in her eyes.. she was not able to express herself and her emotions..)

Her watery eyes made Raghu more uncomfortable.. Raghu asked her to sit..

Raghu: I know I was honest.. and U don't blame me for anything.. but still u r hurt.. U r hurt as u have feelings for me now.. When before we were strangers it didn't affect u. as there was nothing between us.. But now it hurts as there is something between us now'I am happy for that something but sad that it brought tears in ur eyes..

Rama looked at him and though eyes were teary she had a smile as those words made her feel understand her emotions better..

Raghu: U know Rama when initially u had told me about Sridhar and the way he lied and u had to suffer I didn't feel much.. but when that day on the phone he was talking disrespectfully I was quite hurt.. and today when he tried to get even by making fun of u through those words.. I was as hurt as u r.. as now I have feelings for u.. there is something between us'

Rama looked at him while Raghu too looked at her. Their eyes met. Raghu smiled and so did she.

Raghu: Arundhati rejected me.. I wasn't her first choice at all' Sridhar wasn't even her first choice as well. Anyways but am I that bad..?? Do u feel?

Rama said: "No way"

Her face had a child like expressions of innocence.. as she said it.. her face very well explained she won't ever take anyone saying he is less than anyone.. Raghu smiled..

Raghu: So why care about the first choice, second choice.. Take that mirror (he had gifted ) and let ur eyes only speak what is written on it. We have to get "Ready To Fall In Love" first with ourselves and only then with each other..

Rama blushed and as Raghu came close to hug her.. She pushed him and had a huge smile on her face.

Rama with shyness said: Not now.. My mother in law and ur father in law may come here anytime.. Raghu laughed as he left the room.

Rama looked at the mirror and smiled.. Tears flowed down feeling she is lucky she was Raghu's choice.. she doesn't care first second .. she doesn't care about anything else..She read the lines.. "Ready to fall in love" and blushed.. She wiped the eyes properly and added little touch up of makeup to look fresh.

Rama came outside and sat. Raghu looked at her gazing at her and Rama was finding it difficult to stop feeling shy with his gaze. Rama's parents could feel Rama's happiness on her face and they were happy too. Sridhar was still wanting Rama's happy face to be a little bit effected somehow..

The dinner was served and all had dinner. Rama Raghu seemed quite happy to sit side by side and have dinner. In between they were serving each other and chatting softly.. Blushing in between.. and Raghu's mom was very happy with Rama. She felt Rama had brought a sparkle of happiness.. life into her introvert Raghu. Raghu seemed very comfortable to speak, to share and to serve Rama. She felt he cared and was concerned for Rama already

As the dinner ended and all were sitting chatting Raghu's mom kissed Rama on the forehead making her know how happy she is. Rama was very glad and Raghu was overjoyed with his mother's happiness. This is what he felt his marriage would bring.. Indirectly it was his happiness which brought his mother to feel good..

Rama sat talking with her would be mother in law about all that she likes to do which included cooking, reading, photography.. She also had collection of spiritual pictures in which she had added real jewellery and given an effect to the picture making it look awesome. Raghu's mom was totally impressed by that. She said she wanted one 'Ram Sita's' pic to keep in her temple room. Rama said she would make it for her.

While Rama was busy chatting with Raghu's mom Sridhar got an opportunity to speak with Raghu, as they were walking in the garden area. Raghu knew what was coming towards hm..

Part X

Sridhar: there is a very tiny issue.. Actually not an issue but a fact which is related to Rama.. I think I should tell u.. so that u feel we r honest in every matter.. especially I don't like to hide anything at all..

Raghu: what issue..

Sridhar: I don't know if Rama hinted u about me anything..

Raghu: About U? What was there to share.. U r married to Arundhati.. and U live with her.. but as u work here , u r staying in her house..

Sridhar felt a bit weird with that statement.. Still he continued.

Sridhar: As u r part of our family.. and Arundhati takes u as a friend.. she knows u.. I should tell u what has happened before.. See Rama is a very sweet girl.. she is very nice.. But it happens .. I mean.. u can like someone.. and feel for someone..

Raghu: Come to the point..

Sridhar: Don't mind me telling but.. Rama liked me a lot before.. and wanted me in place of her husband.. but I wasn't interested and said No.. I loved Arundahti and we got married.. See now there isn't anything.. I am happily married.. and she too is getting married.. I thought to clear it to u..

Raghu: Oh.. Thanks a lot Sridhar.. U r such an honest straight forward person.. U know I am going to get married to her in a couple of days.. and U thought this is the right time to talk about her one sided liking for u.. Though u r married.. U r such a nice guy.. such goodness in u that u cared for me so much.. on the very first time that u met me..

Sridhar felt Raghu was very much impressed by him.

Raghu: Now I recollect .. u said something like.. 'Never anyone's first choice to Rama today.'. hmm

Sridhar fumbled and said: aaa that was.. uu know.. Just informing her.. she wasn't ur first choice but it's ok, not to feel bad about it.. u choose her in the end.. and u r happy.. I was about to say the whole thing.. but someone called me.. soo… Anyways.. she will start forgetting what happened in the past.. u r her future..

Raghu: But how will she forget when u r up every time to taunt her about her past.. and my past.. She is Ready to get married happily.. but U r not Ready to let her get happily married..

Sridhar looked at him.. and Raghu looked at him straight into his eyes.. with a stern look..

Sridhar: What U MEAN…

Raghu: Ur manipulations won't work in front of me. U rnt able to see Rama happy, u want her to be sad as she leaves this house..

Sridhar: Who told u this..? Rama said.. she is after me from…

Raghu: SHUT UP.. U say anything against her the next time.. Remember my words.. U will find difficult to show ur face to anyone…and take this as a warning..Better stay away from me and Rama or else I will K &%&% out of U.

Sridhar got too angry with those words. He shouted,

Sridhar: "Raghu (And he held Raghu's collar) Who are u to threaten me or warn me.. That Rama is getting married to a loser like u.. and she herself..

Raghu knew he would say something nasty and he pushed him. There started a scuffle between them. Rama's parents saw the scuffle and shouted running towards them. Rama and Raghu's mother also heard and went towards the garden area.

Rama could well understand what must have happened. They were taken inside and made to cool down and sit. Raghu looked at his mom with concern, knowing her weak heart will be affected with it. As Raghu looked at his mother with concern Rama looked at him and knowing he is worried about his mother health she felt guilty and tensed.

Raghu's mom asked him why was he behaving like this.. He never loses his temper so why he lost today. Raghu told her, Sridhar was the first to get physically aggressive and whatever he did was in self defense. His mother belived him but found it weird on what they fought. She could feel Sridhar surely must have instigated her son. Rama was standing and looking at the whole scene. She was tensed and was also very upset with the turn up of events. She looked down with guilt. As she knew due to her Raghu must have got into a fight with Sridhar. Raghu continuously looked at her so that he catches a glimpse of her towards him. As Rama looked at him.. he smiled to show she shouldn't worry at all.. But that gesture didn't make Rama to feel less tense or guilty.. Sridhar looked at Raghu with anger and was wondering how come Raghu trust Rama so much within a few days, Arundhati and her parents took him upstairs.

Rama to Raghu's mom: Aunty I am sorry for all that happened.. I am sorry.. (Her eyes were teary)

Raghu's mom tried to make her feel calm and Raghu felt bad that Rama will have to stay here and face a lot of things.. He was tensed for her now.

Raghu: I feel like marrying u today and take u from here to my house..

Raghu's mom smiled.. but Rama was still tensed..

Raghu's mom: Tera bass chaley to abhi bhaga key le jayega.. yeh shadii hai rishtey dari nibhani hoti hai.. u can't start a fight ..u have to be patient and listen and ignore people u don't like.. in marriage ceremonies so many relatives come . if u don't like few ignore karoo why go on bashing and making them to get your point..

Raghu: Mom u don't know that guy..

Raghu's mom: I know u .. and I am asking u to behave in a certain way not him.. Whatever happens.. u have to be in control of ur behavior..

As Raghu's mom was shouting scolding him. Rama felt bad but was quite, she held tears and wiped when they flowed. Raghu was unable to do anything and was confused how to make these two women feel alright.

Rama's parents came and told they were sorry for whatever happened. Raghu's mom said she understands their situation.. Both are son in laws and were in disagreement..they will find difficult to support one, as it's a question of their daughters life. They asked each other to forget what happened and left the place. Raghu told Rama he will call her up.. to smile and not cry at all.. he has bought her that gift.. so that she smiles and her eyes are pampered always.. Rama half heartedly smiled as he said that. Raghu left and Rama went into her room.

Part XI

At night Raghu called up..

Raghu: how r u? Still crying or have given some rest to ur eyes..

Rama: Not crying but I feel so bad that u got scolding from ur mom.. Sridhar I know he surely was at fault..

Raghu: Ya he was instigating me against a story that U were in love with him..and I had to react.. as u very well know now..I have feelings for u. and I won't let him say a word against u. .

Rama smiled with those words..

Raghu: I warned him I won't spare him if he talks rubbish about u.. Honestly I have never got so angry before.. I get angry but in a very descent way to fight with arguments..the mind is at work... but here heart was involved so emotions burst out I guess..

Rama: I still think u should not fight with him.. leave him to say whatever he feels.. we can't stop people from talking stupid things..

Raghu: Even if it hurts?.. Didn't u get hurt when he called u up and spoke nonsense that day.. I know how helpless u felt at that time.. I can't listen and be silent.. Sorry but next time he will again say something wrong I don't think I could stop myself again.. His face and the way he talks sweetly so many lies it irks..

Rama: Yes I very well know..

Rama: but don't fight..I feel hurt & guilt when ur mom is tensed or she scolds u.. u shouldn't get any blame'..and don't waste ur energy on him.. Any number of slaps won't change the structure of his mind.. he will remain as cunning and manipulative as he is.. U know what he was talking.

Raghu: what?

Rama: He was telling that u still liked Aruna and were discussing how wonderful u feel she is.. and Sridhar told u to stop talking abt her.. and that U r going to get married to Rama' and when u told , u r marrying Rama under pressure.. he told u it wasn't right..that's how u got angry fought with him..

Raghu: HE IS SUCH A LIAR

Rama: I knew he was talking all rubbish.. Who wants to believe him will.. I didn't believe him at all.. May be mom dad too.. They went saying tomorrow is Mehendi ..Let's go to sleep there are so many preparations to be done..

Raghu: so father in law on my side..

Rama smiled: Ya, what about my mother in-law.. How is she.. Still upset with u..

Raghu: Ya she is upset with me.. not for the incident that happened at ur place.. but something else as well.

Rama: what happen?

Raghu: Relatives have come..and they are to be here until we wed.. after that they r leaving..

Rama: Ok.. So

Raghu: Our honeymoon tickets r booked for Masorrie and we will be out of town for 10 days.. that means mom will be alone here for 10 days which I don't want. She is saying she will stay at my massi's house.. but I know she doesn't like to be there .. When my dad passed away.. my massi couldn't come here as her children had exams.... mom was so broken and Massi could give her some strength ..from that day we never go to their place or ask help.. We maintain a formal relationship.. I don't want her to stay there.. but she is saying..she doesn't want my plans to amend.. I was upset with her.. she is upset with me..

Rama: u can't be selfish and go for honeymoon .. knowing ur mom isn't in a place she likes to be in.. and ur mom on other hand loves u ..and wants u to have a good trip without worrying abt her..

Raghu: ya.. I shouted..i will tear the tickets and she got too upset and said she will stop talking with me..if I cancel my plans..

Rama: Is there any other relative who can come and stay with her here.

Raghu: We don't have many relatives here and the ones who are coming to attend the marriage have plans so they have to leave.. they could stay for 1 or 2 days but not 10. I seriously don't expect anyone to help us out either.. I don't want to take help from few as they were the least bothered about us, they wont take care of mom's health.. I know that.. they may make her to work rather than help her with work.. Especially the people from my dad's side..

Rama: Hmm' u don't want relatives to help.. How about hiring a servant known and trustworthy who could stay for these 10 days.. We can also cut down the number of days we r out if needed..

Raghu: Ya our maid is working with us from a very long time.. more than 10 years.. She may agree.. When mom was hospitalized she stayed at night in the hospital room as men were not allowed inside the room.. I sat outside and she was inside with mom. I think this may help..

Rama: I am with ur decision whatever u say..Even if we cancel..or why not take her with us..

Raghu silently laughed .. and Rama still was continuing about it...

Rama: We can take Mom with us.. I will get to know her as well.. Spend time with her as well..

Raghu laughed loudly now..

Raghu: To take mom with us on our honeymoon.. U ME & MOM..Mom will love ur answer (he laughed again)..

He told his mom who was in the other room.. Carrying the cell beside..'Maa Why not u join us on my honeymoon to maussori..'

His mom reacted instantly"Chal besharam.. Teri Biwi kya sochegi..and she hit him on his back.

Raghu went in his room now: To bolo biwi.. honeymoon pe aur kis kis ko leke janey ka socha hai..

Now Rama was getting why he was laughing..and she went silent.. Raghu insisted her to answer him

Rama: I was..just.. I mean.. woh.. (She went shy)

Raghu smiled and asked her with soft words: U r sometimes so innocent.. and sometimes so strong.. Sometimes so beautiful and sometimes..

Rama: sometimes ugly?

Raghu: would u mind if I said ugly..

Rama: I won't.. if ugly looking I could get someone like u in my life, who cares to look beautiful then?.. I know u said yes when I didn't even look attractive..

Raghu could feel the seriousness of the statement..it was straight from the heart..and he blushed now..

Raghu: U can never look ugly.. ur eyes makes me see u more, know u more, listen to what u say..and yes to make u part of my life.. Spending my life with u more n more.. and smile makes me feel lucky I get this big space in ur heart forever' ur smile makes me believe that..

Rama smiled: U r very romantic at heart.. I feel so beautiful when u talk about me.. I feel like I look the best when u look at me with ur affectionate eyes.. my smile needs only a look of u towards me to feel lucky, to feel lovely and to feel blessed..

Raghu : I wish I could see u now..and know how u blush ..how my words r affecting u.. hmm.. U know 'aa..

Rama: what?

Raghu feeling bit odd but wanting to say it..

Raghu: Honestly let me tell u.. When today Mom kissed on ur forehead..i felt so happy.. I felt kissing u too.. for making my mom feel so happy..

Rama laughed and went shy: Good night..(she said as she felt too shy and words were not coming out.. she was glowing with happiness, and was wanting to close her eyes and feel his presence and his words.. get into a dreamland with him for the moment.. and surely want to get kissed but inher dream.. she won't be able to accept it just now.. she wanted to smile looking at herself and feel this immense excitement till tomorrow arrives..)She kept the cushion close to her heart..

Raghu too felt the same thing and said Good Night. He understood what each was feeling.. The silence making him know she is too shy to say anything and want to wait and experience this period of excitement nervousness and happiness' He wished her Sweet dreams..

Both kept the receiver and the smile was throughout the night..

Part XII

Next day was Mehendi ceremony. There were guest at home. Rama was busy choosing the Mehendi design. She had her friends attending the ceremony and was in a very good mood. She was giggling happy and her friends were pulling her leg continuously. Arundhati looked missing from the ceremony and Rama felt Sridhar must have asked her to keep herself out of this function.

The ceremony started and Raghu's mother came and applied first a little dot of Mehendi which was their ritual. Raghu's mother told her that she doesn't know to apply Mehendi properly but her son knows it. He has applied many times on her hand, as she didn't have a daughter to do it, but he always took promise from her that she shouldn't reveal this to anyone. He feels too shy as others will laugh at him.. but now as Rama is going to get married to him..its ok to tell her all about him. Rama laughed and smiled..

Soon Raghu called up on his mom's mobile and his mom informed she was telling Rama how he wonderfully applies Mehendi.. Raghu was embarrassed and told his mom to come home quickly and not keep telling more of his secrets so soon.. he spoke with Rama for a few minutes..

Rama: U can apply mehendi design.. hmm interesting..

Raghu: Don't take it otherwise I am normal and straight..

Rama thought for few minutes what he meant and realized..she started laughing..

Rama: Now I can understand how u could select which design necklace was suiting me more.. U hid this fact..

Raghu: Did I? No.. u know how people take it.. soo.. but I would enjoy to tell u and yaa get an opportunity to apply on ur hand as well..

Rama: why?

Raghu: I could write a whole letter for u and u could read it for w hole one month.. again n again.. at any time and not search for it ..

Rama laughed and said: but Others too would be able to read it..

Raghu: U don't want to others to read that..

Rama: Of course .. its for me.. from u..why others should read it.. until unless I want to show them..

Raghu: U look possessive to me..

Rama: I don't know.. but I will become slowly I think..I want none to know how lucky I am ..as I have u.. They would get jealous and humey nazar lagjayegi..

Raghu smiled: enjoy and let me see the mehendi when it's done..

Rama smiled: But u have to see it and search ur name not today..not so early..

Raghu: just a look at it.. I will show u my Mehendi as well.. I have asked one sentence to be done specially for u..

Rama: Oh.. hmmm ok..

The Mehendi ceremony was done.. and Rama went into her room..she was very tried.. The whole day went by in the Mehendi applying it.. putting lemon juice.. and now processes of getting it dried.. She saw an Image forwarded on her mobile.. She saw it was from Raghu .. as she saw the mehendi she smiled and tears flowed ' on Raghu's hand a small design was made with a line.. "Ready to welcome my best choice into my life"..

Rama clicked her hand portion and sent forward the image to Raghu.. Raghu checked his mobile and saw the snap he was very happy.. The line was written.. "Ready to be yours Raghu". Raghu remembered how he wanted his love in his life and make someone his.. He read and felt it was coming true.

Both had lines on hand which reflected a relationship they dreamt, gone through and want in their future. They both were very excited, very emotional and wanted to talk with each other.. Rama called him up this time..

Rama: Thanks for making me feel so special..

Raghu: U r my special someone and I am urs isn't it..

Rama: Ofcourse.. U r the only one I won't ever hesitate to tell all my secrets to and share my life's most memorable times with. Someone Whose completely I would want to become..

Raghu smiled: We feel the want to be loved by each other isn't it.

Rama blushed and kept silent..

Raghu: Do u feel this is what is called falling in love.. Slowly steadily we feel we are falling in love right?

Rama: I don't know.. I trust u, I said yes to have a long term relationship with u.. be married to u..and Love is no less than what I would feel for u after rituals get over.. as I would take my promise of not loving anybody as much as I would Love u..

This time Raghu went silent with her words. He never had felt rituals would become that crucial moment when they would take promise of been together trusting and loving each other.. Yes he felt rituals are the time of publicly promising each other and deep inside the heart making many more as well..

Raghu: Ur thoughts , ur intensity of emotions make me like u more.. I feel U can love me more than I can love myself.. So Ready to get married.. There is one day to go..

Rama blushed: I am ready to get married..And waiting for that day to come..

Raghu : I am counting hours minutes to welcome u into my home, into my life..And in my heart u already have secured ur place..

Rama laughed and blushed feeling very romantic about the lines..

Rama: I can't say such romantic lines..Though I loved to hear it..

Raghu laughed: U could make me feel romantic..hmm can u sing a song dedicating it to me.. I also want to enjoy some romantic words for me from u.. plzz Don't be silently feeling for me.. let me hear something for me..plzz a request.. I love music..

Rama was not ready shying away.. but Raghu forced her to sing and in the end she felt she should make him feel what she feels for him as he did to her.. Before another night passes away.. She wanted to do something which makes him feel happy and very glad to be into this relationship.. enjoy the moment as much as he makes her to enjoy it.. his composed self has always made her to feel less stressed even when her situations have never been that good..

Rama sang:

Paaya Maine, Paaya Tumhe, Rab Ne Milaya Tumhe
Honthon Pe Sajaya Tumhe, Nag Mein Sagaya Tumhe
Paaya Maine, Paaya Tumhe, Sab Se Chupaya Tumhe
Sapna Banaya Tumhe, Neendhon Mein Bulaya Tumhe

Ho Tum Jo Aaye Zindagi Mein Baat Ban Gayi
Sapne Teri Chahaton Ke, Sapne Teri Chahaton Ke
Dekhti Hoon Ab Gayi
Din Hai Sona Aur Chaandi Raat Ban Gayi
Hoo Tum Jo Aaye Zindagi Mein Baat Ban Gayi

Khwaishein Milne Ki Tumse, Khwaishein Milne Ki Tumse
Roz Hoti Hai Nayi
Mere Dil Ki Jeet Meri Baat Ban Gayi
Hoo Tum Jo Aaye Zindagi Mein Baat Ban Gayi

Raunke Hain Dil Ke Dar Pe, Raunke Hain Dil Ke Dar Pe
Dhadkane Hain Surmayi
Meri Kismat Bhi Tumhari, Saath Ban Gayi

Raghu: OMG. I love this.. Oh.. beautiful.. True Meri Kismat Bhi tumhari, Sath ban gayi..

Rama hurriedly kept the mobile off not even saying Bye..Raghu was taken aback but felt Rama must have been feeling too shy..

He smiled and felt very nice.. Her voice was sweet she sang better than he could.. He felt loved by her in those words..And liked her choice too.. He looked at his Mehendi and said.. "Yes, Ready to Welcome my best choice into my life.. Rama come soon.. want to hold u close and hear u sing in front of me.. while I look into ur eyes.. that shyness makes u look more beautiful.. I admire ur eyes the honest one which always helps me to know U LOVE me..U like what I say and U feel the same as I do"

Next day around 7am Raghu checked his mobile and saw 3 miss calls from Rama and a message. She had asked him to call her up.. Raghu felt worried and called her up.

Part XIII

Raghu: What Happened.. Everything alright..?

Rama was still in tears: There is a very bad news' Arundhati attempted suicide and is hospitalized..

Raghu: What? Why.. When..

Rama: Last night when we were talking on the phone I heard my aunt screaming loudly..I immediately rushed upstairs and saw she had consumed sleeping pills.. Sridhar had gone to the airport as Arundhati's bro had arrived' We rushed her to the hospital and after 5 hours doctors said she was responding..But she still is under observation.. as the pills she consumed are very dangerous in nature..

Raghu: Oh God' Why she took this step.. Anyways which hospital? I will reach soon.

Rama informed him the name of the hospital.

Raghu and her mom reached there. They consoled Arundhati's parents. The relatives at home were only informed that Arundhati had some stomach ailment so was admitted. Raghu went towards Rama and sat beside her.

Rama looked at him tensed and very upset with what all happened.

Raghu: Did u get to know why she did this.

Rama: No we don't know.. Whole day she was out..and when she came she was upset with something..The relatives all around made her feel more irritated that's what my aunt said. She was angry with the sounds..and went into her room angrily and shut the door.. Later aunt went inside to ask why she hasn't had dinner it's so late..

Raghu: Sridhar had any fight with her..or u..

Rama: I didn't even get a chance to talk to her.. Sridhar said he is clueless as he had no fight with her.. He was very tensed himself and confused why she could take such a drastic step..

Raghu: hmmm

Raghu kept his hand on her hand..Both looked at the Mehendi of each other.. They had sent image of it to each other last night, so much love was blossoming and the whole mood was romantic..Wanting to be close to each other but now the same hands are so close but there is no happiness at all. Both wondering how things will proceed now and why Arundhati could take such step.. In a moment things can turn around they felt.. feeling helpless of the given situation..

Rama: My uncle is wondering if we could postpone our marriage as Arundhati's health is serious'

Raghu: Oh.. ok.. I think they r discussing the same thing..

Both were upset and felt bad... but knew situation is not as per their wish.

Raghu's mom came towards Raghu,she was upset and angry. Raghu was worried with her angry self. Rama too felt she was upset.. She took her blessings..

Raghu's mom: Rama I know u must be very sad and worried about ur sister's health but I want this marriage not to be postponed.. As guests have already arrived..Things r placed and u both r fine. Mehendi is done.. haldi ceremony is done.. Why should it be postponed.. I said the marriage to go as it was planned..But I think ur parents want ur uncle and aunt presence be there.. I wanted my son to get married in front of my eyes when I am fine and alive.. if things get postponed I too am worried.. I am heart patient and don't know when what can happen..Already got my 2 attack in one go.. (She had tears in her eyes)

Rama too got tensed and worried and was feeling very sad about it.

Rama couldn't answer anything. She looked at her parents who were consoling uncle and aunt she knew she couldn't say much here. Arundhati's life is in danger how could she take any side and have any say.. She felt both r right.. she would be happy to get married tomorrow as planned but she doesn't want to marry when her elders aren't in a state to even bless her. Her parents were along with her uncle and aunt how they feel..and her uncle and aunt felt all relatives attending wedding and in the house when such a thing has happened it's better to concentrate on someone's life matter than a wedding celebration which can be postponed there is no urgency..When They r crying how could their brother not be present alongside to support and pray..

Raghu could see behind Rama's uncle and aunt upset with his mom.. Rama's parents had no choice but to calm down the crying couple whose daughter's life is in danger.. They did not understand what they should say and what their brother said they couldn't counter knowing in such state they would get angry with the thought of a celebration of any kind. Everyone was confused and Arundhati's bro making them to calm down and only think about Arundhati's health now.

Raghu had to leave as his mother was disturbed, he told if any help is needed please do inform him.. They said ok but were still upset that the marriage has to be postponed on their request.. Here their daughter's life was in danger.. Why they want to dance and enjoy the marriage time.. ON the other hand Raghu's mom was adamant marriage take place tomorrow itself.. Raghu knew he had to calm her down taking her home and discuss calmly.

Raghu was leaving and he went towards Rama and he whispered.

Raghu: Ready to welcome my best choice into my life... today or tomorrow be it late but I am ready and so r u.. Things will work out.. And feelings won't change at all..

Rama looked at him: I am also ready to be yours.. Ready to wait as well but hope things work out fast' and get only better& better

Rama had tears in her eyes. The scare of things turning much ugly was felt by her. Raghu too was worried about that fact as well. He said take care and she said 'U too' there was sadness around and inside. Both looked finally at each other one more time, feeling tensed that they have developed a lot for each other and things have to get them more closer and not make them get distant now. He left with his mom with a heavy heart. Rama sat on the bench with a heavy heart as well.

Part XIV

Raghu reached home. His mom was angry and she started discussing the matter with her relatives saying the girls sister is sick and hospitalized and they want to postpone the marriage is it right? All relatives were discussing what is right..So was at Rama's residence relatives wondering about what is right what is wrong... Should the marriage be postponed or not

... Raghu took his mother inside and he sat with her to discuss. His mother was now not sad but angry with Rama's family.

Raghu: Mom u have to understand they r going through a rough time .. Daughter's life is in danger. They may have said things in emotions. And we have to be calm.

Mom: I am calm.. I understand them. Isn't marriage a very important issue? They are biased towards Arundhati.. Getting married Rama is not showing less love for her sister but actually finishing this procedure to allow us to be more involved and be with them.

Raghu: But if they feel it not right..

Mom: What is going to happen.. Arundahti will be alright marriage will be cancelled after 3-4 months, muhurat will be seen again, again to select hall to select everything.. Cards printing etc.. Double money of ours and theirs that also we don't know whether they will or not... or jump to a simple marriage.. If God forbid something happens to her.. again 4-5 months or more..and the same thing.. Rama has to apply Mehendi again and let this shagun Mehendi dry away like this? I can't understand their sentiments towards Rama at all..

Raghu was now not answering just listening..

Mom: Sorry to say but just think abt that Arundahti..what she was thinking. I mean her sister is to get married after a day and she didn't think abt the relatives at home, about her sisters happiness, her marriage..if she was upset she could wait for a day at least for the happiness of her sister.. It clearly shows she didn't think abt her at all...only about her problems.. I feel bad for her and pray for her but fact is she actually destroyed Rama's happiness on her most important moment of life.. and made so many tensed..

Raghu heard and felt it was true.. Raghu was silent and upset with the things. His mom looked at him and knew he was also disturbed and somewhere very disappointed and feeling very bad.

Mom: I know u want to get married bring her home and make her smile ..isn't it?

Raghu didn't look at her but said: Ya, she is going to be my wife.. but she won't take any stand I know..

Mom: I know she won't.. but I will..

Raghu: If they don't agree and feel either way out.. to cancel wedding.. feeling we r not caring abt their emotions..

Raghu's mom thought for a while and went silent.. Both were quite for a brief moment and relatives entered..

Relative: Don't worry abt tomorrow, worry abt today..

Mom: Today is.. Both are Ready to get married' we all are praying for her sister.. But cancelling the marriage wont sort issue..

Relative: Arundahti has her parents her brother her husband with her.. Few hours of marriage and we all will also be relatives to them and be there to take care for sure and not get into a post marriage celebration.. that much we understand..

Raghu's mom said: yes, true.. My son shouldn't suffer for their emotional decision.. They rnt thinking abt us.. I won't take this from them at all..

His mom went away.. and Raghu knew his mom won't change her decision. He was also worried that Rama may be going through a lot at this time..

He called her up in the night.

Both had a smile but eyes had gone wet. They kept the phone but in their heart carried so much for each other. After keeping down the phone still both continued to stay.. "Mohobbat hai Idhar bhi Udhar bhi.."

Both tried to sleep but it was difficult , tensed moment, situation was so confusing them, either to celebrate that they somewhere felt the LOVE which people talk about or worry as situation may actually become ugly and make them part ways ..As they knew they would never go against their parents..

It was 2 am and both went asleep. At 4am when Rama sent him a SMS.

Raghu on hearing the SMS tone jumped from his bed to know what happened. He saw the message "Arundahti is out of danger and is in consciousness' Reading that he immediately called her up. Rama asked him why he isn't sleeping yet she thought he will be asleep so she sent SMS. Raghu said, like her even this night for him is not that easy to go by. Rama informed him that her mom called her up telling Arundhati is out of danger and conscious now. She informed him her mother will call her up after an hour to tell about why she did such a thing. Raghu was also eager to know. He told her to call him up as soon as she gets to know. Rama said ok.

They both didn't talk for long. They were now absolutely not sleepy at all awake and charged.

After some time around 5:30 am Rama called him up.

Rama: Raghu I got to know.

Raghu: tell me why she did this.. I was suspecting She got to know about Sridhar or what.. and wondered it's not easy to explain her .. She has got herself into this mess because of her foolishness. Sridhar u know him.. he is so cunning..and..

Rama: No... It's not becoz of him..

Raghu: then what?

Rama: She had liked some other guy before, remember U had told me..That guy.her ex .. He was blackmailing her. And she gave some amount to him to keep his mouth shut and not show any snaps to Sridhar.

Raghu: Oh.God.. that one.. oh.. He got in touch with her.. Sridhar doesn't know about her past..?

Rama: He knows she was seeing someone else before.. But not that there was anything physical. He had something which she didn't want Sridhar to see.. and she actually gave him some cash by selling off few of my marriage jewellery which we had given her to get them polished.

Raghu: hmm

Rama: On the day of Mehendi..She met him.. Gave him cash.. And when returned home.. went into her room.. angry and upset.. She got his call asking her to make arrangement for another 5 lakhs until next month.. Otherwise he would show Sridhar the MMS he had.. and Aruna got tensed, worried.. she loves Sridhar so much .. She was telling mom that Sridhar would get upset with her if he gets to know this. As she had given Sridhar another picture of her past relationship.

Raghu: Ok

Rama: Sridhar had gone to the airport and she was feeling guilty of hiding all this from him. She knew its difficult to get out this.. as her Ex was after her and so much money already she gave.. She couldn't arrange more. Sridhar would get to know now or later. She felt scared of loosing Sridhar whom she is madly in love. She couldn't take what to do and took that step..

Raghu: crazyyyy.. Here I was wondering she would know the true face of this guy..but She attempted to hide her face before him.. Feeling she don't want to lose him ever. Strange' she really didn't think abt u at all.. About our marriage.. How selfish.. Mom was so right about her..

Rama: Don't say like this.. She was too stressed I guess.. and LOVE sometimes makes u go blind and the thought of losing the trust of someone u love so much may be very scary too..

Raghu: Ahh .. Like ur family U too are emotional at most times.. Anyways.. Sridhar knows now?

Rama: Sridhar and her brother have gone there.. Mom was asking what to tell Sridhar.. and as Arudnahti was crying like crazy to save her relationship, her married life has just begun.. and she would die if Sridhar leaves her.. so they managed to lie something else..They are going to tell him that.. Rama was going to give jewellery to get it polished but in the market suddenly someone stole the bag and she was very upset with it. Some jewellery worth 5lakhs got lost. Adding that relatives were asking why she got married without parents' permission and didn't call them. She felt very guilty and she was worried about how we all will react to the loss of jewellery, she took some tablets to get some relief instead of the Vitamin tablets she took this as she was stressed and too frustrated with people irritating her, not realizing they were dangerous in nature. I hope Sridhar believes their story.

Raghu: Oh.. So here the story teller Sridhar is going to hear a fully manipulated story. Great! What abt Aruna's Ex..

Rama: Mom was saying later on they will sort that with Aruna's bro's help. They would take some action.. Anyways leave it' Aruna is fine and I am glad with it. I will be going at around 8 to meet her and give breakfast.

Raghu: Ok I will also come and meet her with my mom.. So that I can meet u too..

Rama: ok.. But I hope ur mom will agree.. I hope she isn't very angry with us..

Raghu: hmm. Don't know how angry she is.. but she will come.. at such situations even if she is angry she will come and meet and also tell what she wants to..

Rama: Ur mom's attitude is right.. Can I ask u something'

Raghu: what?

Rama: Was ur dad the same way..

Raghu: My Dad,., oh,, u don't know much abt him na.. He was very soft hearted.. He was more emotional than mom. And I can say they loved each other most.. and I could feel that Love between them every day .. I am among those blessed children who had great parents..Who showed great respect and love for each other. It made me to believe in love and to believe its beautiful to have ur loved one with u..

Rama was smiling listening..

Raghu: U know my most romantic dream was that like how my mom would every day give my dad while he would leave the house a handkerchief which she folded in a certain way only she could and she use to iron it too.. Dad always would call her and she would hand him the handkerchief and both would look at each other with a smile.. and mom never forgot to say, 'Jaldi Aana" .. Dad would reply, "Aap jaisa bolu,Ajaunga" Smile at each other and never fight when one is leaving the house. Though it is old fashion romance..But it had an everyday statement of what one can do and does for each other.. Be mom telling she will be waiting...and dad answering he will do what she says.. That handkerchief became a parcel of affection and I know for a fact that dad never used it but always kept it close to his heart like he has kept my mom inside his heart.. It gave a physical touch of romance..

Raghu got emotional and a bit teary eyed..

Raghu: When dad passed away.. Mom was crying telling him.. She had told him to come soon she will be waiting.. and he promised he will and do as she wishes .. How could he not come back.. How could he not fulfill his promise, go back on his said words.. After 20 years of married life together. I had no answer to give her. The strong woman she was.. She became broken after that and her heart also weaker day by day..

Rama too had tears in her eyes.. Raghu tried to get back to his normal self.

Raghu: I use to tell Mom that I wish I would also get someone who would love me and give me handkerchief folded in a certain way and look at me with that same affection and ask me to come back soon.. Assuring she will be with me after a tried day of work. I have her I should remember and feel strong and loved all through the day.

Rama suddenly said as if she was worried and had no clue: How to fold the handkerchief?

Raghu laughed loudly with her innocence and her worried nature.. Rama went shy..

While Raghu was getting ready to reach hospital. Rama was practicing different ways to fold handkerchief.

Raghu and Rama reached hospital.

Part XVII

Raghu and his mom went inside the room, they had brought some fruits along and they kept it on the table. They spoke for some time and later Raghu looked at Rama and he had a broad smile on his face showing his happy self. Rama looked at him and hinted not to smile so much, look around all r very serious. Raghu tried to control his happiness. Rama smiled little looking at Raghu and his attempt to control his happiness. Raghu then looked at her and asked her now why is she smiling.. both were smiling now and Rama's mom asked her to behave her self.. and Raghu now smiled more..

After a while when Raghu and Raghu's mom were leaving, they told Arundahti to take care and informed Rama parents, to be ready at 7:30 they will come with the Barat. They said this and left. Rama's parents were shocked but had not been given any time to react. They couldn't say No.. Rama's uncle and aunt too now couldn't say anything. They all kept silent and Arundhati was given fruits to eat.

As they left. Rama called up Raghu on his mobile and told him to wait for a minute downstairs. She told her parents she will be back in 2 minutes. She went down stairs and Raghu's mother was wondering what she wanted to say. Rama gave her the Sita Ram picture which she had done the jewellery work and all at night. Raghu's mom saw it and was very happy.. Her happiness could be seen on her face. Raghu said, "haan haan buttering ur mom in law, very good.." . Rama looked at him angrily. Raghu's mom touched Rama's cheeks and kissed her. Raghu looked at her lovingly and she handed him something. He was surprised and looked at it.. She whispered in his ears, "Barat lekar jaldi Aana." Raghu saw it was a very beautifully folded handkerchief. He smiled and wanted to hug her and came close to do so, at that very moment his mom asked, what happened.. Rama felt too shy and she said, ' Ok I have to go.." she ran back upstairs. Raghu was blushing and going red with happiness. Raghu kept the handkerchief in his pocket before his mom observes it.. His mom reacted as if she had not observed but actually she had a look at it and was very pleased.

At home Raghu properly opened the handkerchief and had a good look at it. There was 'R' stitched on it and in the centre two birds stitched one sitting on the branch and other flying coming towards the branch. Raghu smiled and his heart was touched.. it meant I am waiting here and u r coming back home.. He kissed the handkerchief and kept it inside his pocket.

The Afternoon passed by and both sides were preparing for the evening wedding. Arundahti's mom was staying with Aruna and was not going to attend the wedding. At 7 pm at Raghu's residence the preparations started.. He wore the Sehra and sat on the ghodi. The music, band baja, lights were on and dance was in full swing. The Baarat reached the hall at around 8:30 pm

Reaching the hall, there were firecrackers burst and all were garland and invited inside. Waiting on the stage for Rama Raghu was anxious. Rama was brought by her cousins who held a red colour duppata with flowers stitched in all corners above her' Walking under that Rama was shy, happy and looking beautiful.. Lots of artificial jewellery and makeup , different hairstyle made her look absolutely beautiful. Raghu was looking at her without blinking an eyelid..She came on to the stage and Raghu smiled telling her through his eyes.. Ready to fall in love with u again n again. She looked at him and looked at his smile and she too smiled and blushed, knowing she is looking very pretty to him and he is loving to have her beside him throughout his life.

Both were given garlands made of small roses. They exchanged the garlands while relatives on each side tried their best they rnt able to. There was laughter fun and joy in the ritual. After exchanging the garlands Raghu and Rama had a different glow on their face. An expression of already believing they r for each other.

Many guest at this time came greeted and gifted the couple. They blessed them. Raghu and Rama in between were chatting and telling each other about the guest how they r related to their family. In between Raghu asked Rama , " I am getting so conscious, u r looking so beautiful who is going to look at me today." Rama blushed and was too shy but she replied, "all are going to look at u wondering how come I am looking this beautiful, it has to be the magic of u over me...". She went shy saying that and Raghu loved her answer and took her close by putting his hand behind her waist. Rama got tensed and very shy. She pulled his hand out.. Telling him the video cameras are on..There r so many guest..

As this process was going a news broke into the whole hall.. It was spreading like fire all around. The news slowly passed on to Rama when most of the guest had left and only relatives and family were present. Sridhar got a hint of the news and went to the hospital saying he would go and check if Arundhati was fine. Actually he wanted to make sure Arundhati is on his side always whatever happens.

Their relatives informed, one of the guest present here have informed that they have known Sridhar before and are related to Sridhar's wife. They informed Sridhar is already married from past 8 years and doesn't have any children yet. He came here to earn living while his wife stays in Bhopal. All were surprised and shocked. As the preparation of the wedding was on, Priest was keeping the hawan n all ready, Rama got the news. Relatives were silent and Arundhati's parents too. Raghu asked Rama and she told him what they got to know just now. She informed as Arundahti can't live without Sridhar, nothing will be shared with her. The news will be kept as a secret.

Raghu wondered how few people's lives are' they r glad with the lie and can't handle truth. Rama felt the same. She felt bad for her sister but she couldn't change her destiny. Arundhati's parents now were cursing themselves why they didn't believe Rama before. They hugged her and blessed her.

The rituals started, the pheras were over, sindhoor was applied and Mangalsutra was put. Rama looked at Raghu, they remembered Rama had said that with rituals done they would publicly take promise and it will mean she will love him more than anyone. Rama blushed and Raghu smiled with content, holding her hand tightly now as if he promises he will never let her feel less loved. Raghu's mom blessed both while the others showered petals on the married couples.

Rama: Marriage is about Trust & Partnership,

Raghu: About Love which goes beyond friendship,

Rama: A relationship which makes us Man and wife,

Raghu: Living together we gather share and understand what's life.

The Ready to get married couple finally got married. Rama's bidaai took place and all cried, Rama's tears were about all the pains she has gone through, the ones her parents went through and the problems still in her family. She knew she would miss them but was more tensed about situations her family is in.

Rama reached into a new house, but she didn't feel there were new people around. She felt she knew each one closely..and was happy to be married to Raghu. Inside the room the bride and groom were sitting, the beautifully decorated bed with rose petals and lilies around.

Rama was shy nervous and happy sitting on the bed, Raghu sat beside her and he was equally nervous and shy.

Raghu: Congrats..

Rama hear and she laughed

Raghu: What happened.. shouldn't we congratulate each other.

Rama: Ya, we should..

Raghu: I do understand, we should but u mean we should in some other way..

Rama now could get he is been naughty and she went silent..

Raghu was getting naughty and he blushed looking at her. He asked her to look at him and let him see her face closely..

Rama looked at him with shy eyes and he came close..

Raghu held her face and looked into her eyes with love. She felt that love and was too shy.. They held hand and Raghu said,

Raghu: U look lovely to me always..but when u look at me and ur feelings for me I can feel through those eyes and ur smile.. I mean so much to U .. that feelings makes me feel very glad..

Rama: Yes, U mean a lot to me.. and actually U mean my life to me now.

Raghu kissed her hand.. and she closed her eyes with shyness..

Raghu looked at her mehendi..and he said,

Raghu: I can find my name very easily.. on ur thumb my full name.. why didn't u make it difficult for me to search my name..

Rama: As u made my life easier to live..with ur presence.. why ur name should be lost somewhere on my hand. It has to be on the thumb as my life biggest reward. My life got a high with u in it.

Raghu smiled and he went towards her to hug her and her duppatta fell off.. They looked at eachother the intimacy urge made them to hug each other and feel the heartbeats and feel the love which has found wings..

Raghu : My mom told me, I had to gift u on this night something..

Rama: ya, u have to..u brought something..

Raghu: Yes..

and he looked into her eyes with love and passion.. this made Rama nervous and a bit shy. He held her hand and went too close and they lied on the bed.. Rama could feel the physical attraction they were having.. but understanding this is the gift he is giving .. may be a passionate kis.. that thought was making her shy and nervous. And also wanting it to come.. Slowly Raghu switched off the dim lights in the room .. the hwole room was dark.. and they both on thelieing on the bed.. very close.. Rama now was too shy and she closed her eyes' There was a sound of water flowing by..and Rama opened her eyes'

She looked at Raghu and Raghu held her to get up and see in front. She saw in front there was a wall which had a beautiful sunset with the animation of water flowing and she felt herself to be sitting in front of it..

Raghu: This sight makes u feel romantic.. isn't it..

He held her hand.. and she went into his arms.. feeling shy and She was glowing with happiness and the light of the sunset in front..

The held each other too close..

Rama: I am yours and u r mine,

Raghu: Close together life looks just fine,

Rama: in love with u with heart and soul,

Raghu: Sharing & Caring we seem so close,

Rama: Now ready to start our married life,

Raghu: Hold u close beside this sunset sight, (he kissed her)

Rama: We r Glowing under this golden sun,

Raghu: Spreading emotions of we rnt two but One,

Rama: in Ur arms I melt easily,

Raghu: love covers us completely, (they romance)

Rama: As my hands run through your hair,

Raghu: I feel brighter and lighter here,

Rama: the touch of the lips and I close my eyes,

Raghu: open and see me, u will feel the paradise,

Rama: Love you always my life through,

Raghu: Love you now and I will always do, (holding each other)

Rama: Holding hands urs and mine,

Raghu: We promise to be together in all times..

They both get cosy into a world beautiful and start life together all wonderful.

The story ends here and I sincerely Thank all my readers for encouraging me so much. My readers are the ones who give me the support and the push to think and write and share my work here.

Thanks to Fatima, Monika, Golu, jyothi, Seema, Vandu, Sumaiya, Supriya, Surya, nidha, Sariska, spvd, Lata, San, Sara, pooja, Mana, daniella,Namita, rumki, anjus_kp, gopi06, Shardha, Samidha, Paloma, Sri, loveshanak, and all my sillent readers.. Thanks to rmanu7382, afshanafreen, pinka28, scarce05, JAZZ_ACUA, asmi123, cutie13, illustrious**, -Sharmila

Originally posted by: -shabnoor-

Congo on your new story di...sounds intersecting !
Will wait for the update....

Originally posted by: togepe30

Heyyy...U are back !!! *hugs*

The concept sounds really nice !!

Post soon !!

Luv,

Vandu

Originally posted by: sumaiya wahid

Oh...wow....a new story from u Bhoomi....gr8 treat for sure!! Will be looking forward to it....as the concept seems very interesting....and knwng u I also knw that it IS gonna be interesting!! Hopw u post the first part soon....and I'll comment on that after 1st Dec only.....xams going on na....but yeah....thnx for the PM....and this new story....as I was all set to revise sum of ur old ones after xam....hehe.