STORY TILL NOW: Maithili is a vampire who has turned Abhay and she is waiting for Abhay to turn hundred and Piya to turn 21 in order to make herself the most powerful vampire. Chiraag the werewolf who had joined hands with Maithili, is killed by Jay,whio comes to know that Piya is Chiraag's daughter. He in in a dilemma, facing a difficult choice.He loves Misha and Misha is slowly falling for him as well. Coming to know that Jay might turn Piya ,Abhay decides to take her away.
TWO WEEKS LATER:
It was the time for Piya's holiday with Abhay. As Arnab and Madhu had gone abroad for a week to attend a business meeting, Jay had been left in charge of the business here. So, he and Misha would be the only ones in the house. This worried Piya. She had sometimes witnessed their quarrels, and she wondered what would happen if they were completely alone.
"Do u think they will be fine,Abhay?"she asked him for the hundreth time, as he drove the car. "Do u-?"
Abhay skidded the car to a stop and turned towards her, his hypnotic eyes piercing right into her. Piya forgot what she had been about to say.
Abhay leaned towards her and she leaned back,until she was leaning against the car window pane.He came closer and stroked her cheeks softly. "Piya",he whispered,and Piya lost herself in his voice. "They will be fine." Piya managed to nod. His closeness was affecting her senses. She was forgetting to breathe."Trust me."
Piya(stammering)- I t-trust u,Abhay. I love you."
Abhay smiled and came closer to her and Piya closed her eyes, her heart hammering.But he just planted a soft kiss on her forehead,leaving a tingling sensation in her, and started the car. "Worry about us" he said, with a wink and a smile that almost made Piya faint."After all, we r going to be alone."
Piya blushed maroon at his words and didn't say anything. Abhay smiled at her reaction and reached out to hold her hand. Their fingers silently intertwined, celebrating the union of their love.
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JAISWAL HOUSE:
Jay leaned back on the chair, his fingers crossed at the back of his head,his eyes closed. He knew the main reason why Abhay had taken Piya away. it was two days to the full moon-the time when he could transform Piya. He wished things were much easier in life. He didn't want to go through this inner turmoil. It felt like betraying a part of his life. For the Jaiswals had become a part of his life now. Especially Piya. And more importantly Misha. Moreover, Abhay was right. He did have a choice. Love or duty.
Jay jumped to his feet and ran his fingers through his hair, frustrated. I think I will play my guitar, he thought. I haven't touched it since I came here. Nothing like music when it comes to soothing the soul.
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Misha sat scowling on her bed,glaring at the wall. Everyone in her family was enjoying. And she had been left behind to look after the house. And that to with that stupid Jay.
Well,u do like being around him,said a sly voice in his head. Shut up, Misha told the voice angrily. Just then she heard music. It sounded like a guitar. But no one was in the house except her and-
"Jay!" Misha gasped. She leaped up from the bed. "Does he play the guitar? Can it be he singing?"
She rushed out of her room, following the music. It seemed to be coming from the balcony. Yes, it was Jay, she saw, as she skidded to a stop at the door that led to the balcony. His back was turned to her so he didnt see her come. Misha leaned against the door,listening to him sing. He had a good voice, and he seemed totally into the song.
It was the song "Maine yeh kab socha tha" from "Game" that he was singing
Maine yeh kab socha tha hoga yu kabhi
raahon mein yu mil jayenge do ajnaabi
hum dono jo.. paas aye toh
dil jitna khus hain utna hairaan
o o o...i m falling
i m falling in love with u...
Misha found herself wishing that the song was meant for her. She was losing herself into the warm world he was creating with his music, and his voice sounded beautiful as she felt the breeze caress her face. She didnt even realize when he stopped singing and turned around. She just went on staring at him dreamily.
Jay was surprised on seeing her but he didnt say anything. Sometimes, silence is sweeter than words and he loved Misha's dreamy silence. He hoped in his heart that she realized that the song was meant for her only.
Misha suddenly came to her senses, and saw that they were staring at each other. She quickly looked away. Jay saw her embarrassment and decided to break the silence.
Jay-So,how was the song?
Misha turned away,feeling herself red in the face.
"Song was g-good. U h-have a great vo-voice."
She started to go, but Jay caught her and turned her around.
Jay(looking into her eyes,in his husky voice)- U like my voice,huh?
Misha stared up into his face,unable to find any words.
Jay released her hand,smiling, and she at once rushed away.Jay watched her go,his smile widening. "Oh, Misha,what would I do without u?"he whispered softly.
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A LITTLE OUTSIDE DEHRADOON:NEAR A COTTAGE
Abhay put his hands over Piya's eyes and walked her towards the cottage. Then he removed her hands from her eyes,allowing her to see. Piya gasped.
Abhay (smiling, as he encircled his hands around her waist from behind and pulled her against him)-Do u like it?
Piya went on gaping. The cottage was in a deserted field, with no houses around. She could see a river flowing nearby, and in the distance she could see the hills, and the forests of Dehradoon. It was almost sunset, and the whole place was coloured in red and golden.
Piya happily turned around and planted a kiss on Abhay's cheeks. "Oh Abhay! This is lovely!! Just U and me here!!Nothing to disturb us,right?"
Abhay gazed at her,a happy smile on his face- yes Piya,it is just u and me here. As long as u want."
Piya buried her face in his chest,feeling his love surround her- Oh thank u, Abhay!
Abhay(with a naughty smile)- But I want something in return.
Piya looked at him, confused- What is it?
Abhay smiled and cupped her face in his hands and leaned forward,so that their noses touched- That i will tell u tomorrow.(He winked)-It is my birthday, and I know u won't refuse.(His smile widened)- for now, lets enjoy the sunset before we go in.
Piya smiled and leaned on his shoulder as he rested his head sideways on her soft hair,as they watched the sun sink slowly behind the mountains.
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OUTSIDE DEHRADOON:IN FRONT OF A CAVE
Maithili watched the sun sink behind the mountains, and a smile curved her lips. This would be the last night without Abhayendra. A hundred years. She had waited a hundred years for tomorrow, and it was finally coming. She knew where he was already, having picked up his scent. She could smell that girl too, but that wasn't a problem. Besides, she would kill the girl in a month's time after taking her blood. He had made it easier for her,coming outside Dehradoon.She had made herself undetectable, so Abhay did not know she was near. Good thing she had this concealing power.It helped.She sighed, staring up at the sky,which was slowly darkening. I am coming ,my Abhayendra, she whispered. I am coming for u.
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OUTSIDE DEHRADOON:THE COTTAGE
Abhay grinned as he stood and watched Piya running around, ligthing candles. There was no electricity here.
Abhay(in a lazy voice)- It would have been better if it had been dark ,Piya. Why make so much effort?
Piya reached him and smacked him on his chest-Stop being naughty, Abhay. How can u see without light?
Abhay caught hold of Piya and pulled her against him,holding her against his body- I don't need anything Piya. Ur my light, my everything. I just want u.
He kissed her on her lips,making her lose whatever sense she had. Piya kissed him back,her hands moving over his chest, while his hands stroked her hair and pulled her closer. They forgot everything around them,drowning in the heat and passion. Piya pulled back first, gasping for breath,and Abhay gently bit her earlobes, and then moved downwards,kissing her neck. Then he slowly ran his finger down her spine, and she shivered and pulled his lips to hers again,and they lost themselves in each other.
Abhay pulled back this time,looking at her red face- U need to eat something Piya.
Piya nodded and didn't say anything,feeling hot as if the sun was burning in her face. Abhay gently led her to the table and fed her. Piya looked at her watch. To her surprise,it was twelve o'clock!! It was now officially Abhay's hundredth birthday!!!
Piya got up suddenly,surprising Abhay.
Abhay-Piya,what-?
Piya-Just wait here,Abhay.
She rushed to where she had kept her bag and pulled out a package and then rushed back to Abhay and handed the package to him. Abhay looked at her confused.
Piya(in a breathless voice)- Open it Abhay.
Abhay opened it, a look of curiosity on his face. Out came a dark navy blue coloured shirt.
Piya grinned- Happy Birthday, Abhay!! i want u to wear this today.
Abhay(looking at her)- But Piya-
Piya(glaring at him)-No buts, Abhay. I want u to dispose that black shirt and jacket of yours right now.
Abhay's lips curved up into a naughty smile- Okay, I will wear it. But, remember what I told u earlier? I want something in return. Well,I was going to ask something else, but now I want u to make me wear my shirt.
Piya blushed and backed away. Abhay started to walk towards her,unbuttoning his jacket and shirt as he went. Piya covered her eyes and turned towards the wall,her heart hammering- No, Abhay-
She heard Abhay's voice right behind her- Turn around,Piya.
Piya shook her head- Just wear the shirt Abhay.
Abhay gently turned her around and lifted her chin with his fingers,forcing her to look at him. Piya gasped. Abhay was not wearing anything except his jeans,and she couldn't help staring at his hot and perfect body, so strong and well-built. Abhay grinned at her- Hot,huh? Maybe, if u hadn't lit the candles,it would have been cooler.
Piya felt steam coming out of her ears at his words. She tried to move,but Abhay's body was pressing against hers,making it impossible for her to move or think.
Abhay held the shirt- Help me wear it Piya. I want to wear something given by u. And u can't refuse a birthday boy.
Piya took a deep breath. She really needed Abhay to wear his shirt. His hot body was distracting her. With shaking fingers, she took it and helped him put it on. But instead of buttoning the shirt, she couldn't stop herself from running her fingers over his chest, unable to believe that Abhay was hers.She leaned forward and kissed his chest. Abhay was unable to control himself. He turned her around and kissed the back of her neck and continued to kiss her till her shoulders, his arms encircling her waist tightly.Piya tightened her grip on his hands and bit her lips, trying to control the passion in her.
"Marry me, Abhay." she whispered.
Instantly Abhay backed away. piya turned to look at him confused,and saw that he had a look of horror on his face.She approached him,but he shook his head.
Abhay- No, Piya. U don't know what u r asking. Marry? Me? U want totie ur life with the dead.
Piya reached him and cupped his face in her hands- calm down, Abhay. We both know that u r my life. I cannotstay without u.
Abhay(with a sad face)- This cannot happen Piya. How can we be together? I won't allow u into my darkness. I love u. Ur love for me is enough.
Piya(looking into his eyes as she stepped closer to him)- If darkness is what I need to embrace to be with u Abhay, then I will happily accept it. For u are my light, my reason of being.
Abhay felt tears come into his eyes. He held Piya's hand, the one which was holding his face- Why do u love me so much, Piya?
Piya smiled at him- Because u are my love. U have stolen my heart.
Abhay stared at Piya- I searched for love all these years, Piya. True love. I never believed it existed, after what happened between Maithili and me. I hated humans. But u made me love. U joined ur heart with my dead one and made it beat again. U helped a monster feel human again. What do I do without u, Piya?
Piya(looking at him,her eyes full of love and trust)- U don't have to be without me, Abhay. Just accept me. marry me, Abhay.
Abhay pulled Piya's lips to his, kissing her with all his love-Yes, Piya, yes, i will. I will marry u-he whispered, kissing her again and again. Piya felt a volcano of love and joy erupting in her, as she kissed him back, their fingers entwining with each other. Everything seemed right at that moment.
Iss Pyaar Ko Kya Naam Doon
Vanshaj
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