TaaRey 3S|| A Fortunate Stroke of Serendipity - Page 6

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Hello my lovely minions. I'm back! I know I have been very absent in my updates but with my health and my work, it has been very hectic and busy. Also, the stress of it all has been killing me and i feel like I am dying. But, i guess i owe a lot to my loves so I'm giving you this. 😃

Also, I wanna thank you all for the wishes you gave during my eye infection. Its much better now, though the doctor said that it hasnt gone completely yet. But thank you. <3 🤗

I do not own the song "Roll To Me". But Del Amitri does. 😉

To the update then. 😊

Part 2

I couldn't believe my eyes when I first saw her at the window seat on the plane. Her eyes were closed shut tightly, her hands laced together nervously. I had to blink twice to make sure I was awake.

Yep. That, sitting by the window is my ex girlfriend, Taani Shekawat.

I looked back at the ticket in my hand. 14B.

I looked at the seat marker underneath the overhead bin. 14 A B.

Realizing that I had sit by her in this journey, I let out a huge breathe I didn't know I was holding.

Are you serious? I look towards the ceiling and pass my left hand across the back of my neck. I close my eyes for a second taking another breathe trying to calm down my thumping heart. Not that it helped but, whatever.

Here goes everything.

I stocked up the baggage compartment with my laptop case my backpack. She didn't make a move or a cue of acknowledgement. I tried not to think too much and sat down in my seat- next to her.

I looked to my right and her eyes are still closed. That is until the pilot's announcement came.

I heard her gasp and she grabbed my head, sending fireworks through my veins. I knew that she was possibly aiming for the armrest, but the facts that she grabbed my hand made me want to yell and shout in triumph.

Since you haven't noticed, yes, I do still love her. Very much.

I gained my composure quickly and said in the smoothest voice I could manage, "You haven't changed a bit have you, Taani?" Man, did I miss saying her name? And I did. Miss saying her name that is. I could say her name for the rest of my life I needed to.

I looked over at her. Her eyes wide- her beautiful dark hazel eyes. Then, they turned to me and connected with mine. And I swear that my heart paused for a millisecond longer than it normally would.

Looking into those eyes for the first time- in what? - Almost eight years, took me back to where life was simpler.

She was even more beautiful than the last time I saw her- if that was even possible. She was absolutely stunning. She looked more mature, more confident, more poised and more womanly. My heart felt as it was pressed through my chest and into my back. And then a stupid thought ran through my mind. She must be already taken. I mean look at her. Her aura was so intense- more intense than the last time I saw her, when things ended between us.

Damn. She could still be the death of me.

I never thought Taani Shekawat would break up with me, back then. It was around the end of freshman year at collage. She was studying in Saint Williams, a collage situated within the borders of Mumbai, while I was studying at Saint Louis, a collage outside the borders of Mumbai. I would visit her as much as I could- every weekend if possible. I dreamt of marrying her someday.

Then she hit me. Not literally of course. The only time she would actually hit me was, when I was offensively joking around, or poking fun at her, or when she caught me staring at her amazing behind. She would swat my shoulders or slap my chest. I loved getting her worked up. We complemented each other well. Every sentence, every gesture was comfortable and effortless.

Just that second, when our eyes connected, she said my name in a breathy voice that was taken aback. "Rey?"

I genuinely smiled. I missed her saying my name.

"How have you been?" I asked looking into her eyes, trying to speck of gladness to synch with the joy that was accumulating in my soul.

She slowly smiled. "I'm fine". You have no idea, babe. So fine. Okay... don't be an ass, Rey. It's a good thing that you didn't say that aloud.

A steward sauntered towards us with a circular, silver tray with a single glass of white wine. "Your wine, miss?" gesturing to Taani.

I internally chuckled and focused my attention from the wine glass to her. "Are you sure you're fine?" I grinned teasingly.

She rolled her eyes. She really hasn't changed. "Thank you," she responded to steward as she turned to face me. "Yes. I just wanted to take advantage of the first class refreshments." She turned her eyes slightly to face the window.

"Mhm. Yeah sure. I totally believe you" I said nodding my head sarcastically.

She smiled to herself and loward her eyelashes as she took a cautious sip. She has me wrapped around her finger and she doesn't even know it. I can't help it. I don't give a shit as to why we broke up. We're older now. More mature. I want to make a move but then again, I would be stepping out of line. She could have a long term boyfriend by now. Or worse. A husband.

I really shouldn't think like that. I should want her to be happy. But thinking that she might have a husband doesn't weird things to me. I mean, I might just lose my second chance with the girl of my dreams if she is married. I should have fought for her... but I went along with her at the time because I thought she really wanted it. And she was sobbing too, which weakened me to no extent.

"Uh. I haven't seen you in eight years. What have you been up to?" I asked slowly, not wanting to sound too eager. But then again, I remember how I haven't seen her for. I mean, seriously Rey? Obsessed much?

"I am a lawyer now. How about you?" she asked her eyes shining. Maybe she is happy to see me. I hope that she is.

"I am working for a hedge fund at the moment. But the work for my own business empire is being conducted as we speak" I replied. I hope I didn't sound like a pretentious asshole.

She nearly choked on her wine. "Wow. That is great" she said. Her eyes were wide. Her mouth slightly hanging open. She looked adorable.

.-.

We caught up during the entire duration of the flight. I learned that she had continued her studies in Saint Teressa and had graduated first in the batch. I was internally overflowing with happiness of her.

"I'm proud of you Taani" I said letting out a short breath.

"I guess so," she sighed. She then looked at me beaming with happiness. "But wow. You are starting your own business industries soon. That's... impressive"

I smiled at her and continued to tell her that after we had broken up I had left Saint Louis and went abroad to attend to my scholarship from Georgetown. I told her all about my life there and how difficult it was to finish my MBA there.

After my little story, a comfortable silence swept upon us. Everything about her- her rythym of talking, her smile, and her hand gestures- was the same.

I cleared my throat and dared to ask about the touchy subject. I really wanted to know if I still had a chance with her, or whether I was wasting both of our times. "So, um, are you spok- I mean- do you have anyone waiting for you at home- wherever that is now?" I said with as little emotion as I could manage. I could have hit myself for sounding so... stupid. You almost asked "Are you spoken for?" What is the, the 18^th century or something? Real smooth, Rey. Very smooth. You sound like a freaking desperate idiot.

She laughed that familiar Taani laugh- one of the sweetest sounds of I have ever heard.

"No Rey. I don't have a boyfriend or a husband... I'm single," she sneered playfully, "Why do you wanna know?" she asked with a hint of smugness.

"I was just wondering. I'm single too... just so you know," I said avoiding eye contact. I could tell she was amused with even having to look at her.

"So where do you live?" she asked changing the subject.

My mouth gaped open after we exchanged where our apartments were located at. She lived about fifteen minutes away from me. What the hell? I could have looked her up in a phone book, called her and driven over. Great minds think alike, I guess. Serendipity is strong today.

I guess God decided to play tricks on me today. Arranging my seat next the girl that changed my life completely in high school.

.-.

When we landed in Delhi, I really didn't want her to go. Her presence brought back so many memories, which I wish I could relieve. Taani and I picked our luggage from the carousal and waited near the doors, waiting for her mom to come and pick her up.

Taani took a look at her vibrating phone that was clutched tightly in her hand and sighed. "I guess this is goodbye. Have a good holiday and say hi to your parents for me"

As she turned and started to walk away I just wanted to grab at her and beg her not to leave. I wanted to tell her how I felt about her, and kiss the living hell out of her in the middle of this crowd. But I held back with all my self control and stared after as she walked off and climbed into her mother's minivan and drove off with a last wave.

Serendipity hits you hard, I guess.

.-.

After I had settled in to my mother's home, I decided to go for a run to clear my head. After seeing Taani again, my head started to swarm with thoughts and emotions that neither I could explain. The memories had resurfaced and were playing itself around in my head annoyingly.

I loved her and wanted her around me. Was that too much to ask?

So I ran around the park to clear of my confusions and anger. After I came back home, i stepped into the house only to find her sitting in my living room.

"Oh, Rey!" My mom squealed happily. Did I mention that my mom loves Taani? "Taani is here! Did you know that she is lawyer now?" my mom waved me over to her. Yes Mom, I know. And I find it unbelievably hot that people call her Advocate Taani.

"Yes, I did know that, actually." I tried to stay calm as possible, when the truth was I wanted to scream and shout my love out to Taani. Taani smiled softly at me, making my heart pound wildly in my chest. Damn it! Stop it; you blood pumping pain in the ass.

"I'll go get some tea and cookies, sweetheart" my mom interrupted my thoughts and walked towards the kitchen after placing a small kiss on Taani's forehead, making her blush slightly. HEY!! I wanted to kiss her! How can my mom kiss her and I can't? Oh right! Ex girlfriend.

Great, I was now jealous of my own mother!

"Hey" I said, forcing a small smile on my face. I really didn't think she would bother to stop by.

She stood up from her seat and walked closer to where I was standing.

"I was wondering- How do I put this?- if you could do me a favor," her eyes shifted around the room not once looking at me. "I know it is last minute... and I basically came here on an impulse. You can say no if you want to- but I mean..."

I chuckled at her mid sentence. She always did ramble a lot. "You're rambling, babe" I remarked but bit my tongue as I heard what I just called her. My eyes grew wide along with hers, as I stopped an impulse to smack myself.

An awkward silence swept over us, after my slip of endearment. I get it. I love her. But seriously, I should learn how to control my impulses. But in my defense, old habits die hard.

"Right" she said clearing her throat, uncomfortably. I rubbed the neck of my head, clearing my throat as well.

She looked at me with those gorgeous hazel eyes, staring deeply into my eyes. I could have fallen into my knees and bowed down to her holiness, but I knew that wouldn't go down well with the neither of us.

"I just... I have this wedding to go in two days... and my friend convinced me to check off having a plus one on the invitation," she paused. "I know we have history and but things don't seem that awkward between us now. I mean, you were a big part of..."

Holy shit. Second chances are real. Suddenly I forgot all about my little slip and embarrassment, and interrupted her, "Sure. I'll be your date. It's no big deal," I cleared my throat, successfully hiding my overwhelming excitement.

A comfortable silence filled the room.

Her mouth formed a small o' as she looked at me. She was so cute. I wanted to grab her and kiss her hard. But I restrain myself.

Her expression transitioned from surprise to genuine contentment. Her mouth formed a wide smile as she moved closer to me and unexpectedly, took my hand and squeezed it. "Thanks, Rey"

I smiled softly at her as I our hands laced naturally. "It's not a problem. Really," I said as casually as I could, trying to hold back my happiness, when the fact was I was holding her hand. "So when do I get my sherwani?"

She rolled her eyes at me playfully. "After I've had my tea and cookies"

.-.

Taani was right. We didn't feel awkward. At least, I didn't. After a snack, thanks to mom, she dragged me to a Men's Wear house to rent a sherwani. I felt like I was back in school. Shopping with Taani. I just hoped that my time with her now would last longer than it did before.

She made me model for her, wearing the shewanis' that she selected in a catalogue. All of them were in blue. I had held back a smile, since I remembered her telling me that "I looked extremely hot in blue." Taani made me wear all the sherwanis' and would scrutinize each one, giving me looks while scanning my body up and down. I think she was just giving excuses to check me out. Not that I minded. I mean, examine away. I'd rather have her staring at me than anyone else.

"I think I like this one best," she told the salesman. She smoothed down the clothing of the sherwani i was wearing, across my shoulders while facing her body towards me. she was so close I could smell her perfume. She still smelled the same- a vanilla aroma with a dash of floral flavor. I think it is Jasmines, but I could never be too sure.

I smirked "Are you sure you don't want me try twenty more?" I said teasingly, raising an eyebrow. Her eyelashes lowered. She squinted at me and pointed a finger, touching the center of my chest.

"Don't get smart with me. You don't know how good you look right now... Thanks to me" she said placing her hands on her hips. I saw her bit the bottom of her lip and scan me up and down again with her eyes. I bit back a smile seeing the effect I still had on her. now, all I had to do is grow a pair and tell her how I feel about her.

"So what are you wearing to the wedding, anyway?" I said changing the subject.

"Why should I tell you? You'll just have to wait till the wedding. Wait to get your socks knocked off" she said teasingly. Oh baby girl. My socks are already knocked off, thanks to you.

"I just want to picture you in my head till the wedding. But whatever." I said shrugging. I paused for a while before asking her "... Um how are you going to introduce me to your friends?" I tried not to sound too awkward.

"I'll just say "This is my good friend, Rey". I don't see what the big deal is. They don't need to know about our messy history" she shrugged.

Good Friend? Good. Friend. So that is what I am now? I sighed deeply. I felt as though someone had punched me in the stomach. I looked at her but she didn't seem to detect my distress. And our messy history? I love our history. Even though it is messy, I loved it.

Huh. I guess being a good friend is better than nothing. I still don't want to be in the friend zone. That's a guy's worst nightmare, especially if the girl is the one you are helplessly in love with.

I really should be mad at her right now. What she did to me back then was one of the worst events of my life. I don't know if I am exaggerating or not. Maybe love is the reason I am not mad at her. why we seem to agree. Why everything seems so natural despite of what happened almost eight years back in her apartment. Why we're both single right now.

I don't know if I believe in fate and serendipity. But I think I am beginning to now.

.-.

Soon after, I sneakily slipped the salesman the money for the suit. Taani was too busy string at a painting to notice what I had done.

When she returned, she saw the cashier returning my credit card to me, and gasped loudly causing the cashier to jump slightly.

"I told you would pay" she narrowed her eyes at me angrily. This reminded me of the times we would fight over the restaurant bill whenever we used to go on dates.

"And I told you no" I said narrowing my eyes back at her.

She stared at me for a while, and reached over to slap me on my back, hard. "You are still impossible, aren't you?"

I smiled at her and snaked an arm around her shoulders. "Always will be" I said jutting my chest out proudly.

I thought I saw her blush as she looked away from my gaze.

.-.

The next couple of days before the wedding were easy going. Mom seemed happier since me and Taani were growing closer to each other. I think she is already planning my wedding with Taani. But I couldn't be too sure.

Taani and I grew closer and more comfortable with each other. I was enjoying spending my time with her at every chance I got.

"You need to stop doing that" she said as she glared at me, while I laughed heartily at her face. I and Taani were sitting in my room going through a bunch of albums from school. I kept pulling at her hair (What can I say? I love her hair), as she went through the albums, completely lost in them. I loved distracting her. I loved that she would glare at me every time I pulled at her hair.

"You love me, baby doll" I said teasingly, watching her face go red in an adorable blush. I really do hope that she does love me.

Suddenly she looked at the album before her frowning slightly. I hoped I hadn't over stepped a mark.

"I know I'm completely ignoring the huge pink elephant in the room, Rey, I am trying to avoid it but, I'm sorry, okay" her eyes met mine. "I was- we... were young and I was stupid and over thinking all the time..." she shook her head and ran a hand through her dark brown locks.

I shifted closer to her so that we were facing the same side, and our elbows were touching one another.

"No, no. I don't blame you. We were young and stupid" I whispered and sighed. "I don't hate you fr what happened Taani. You don't have to talk about this now..."

"Still..." he voice shook, "I'm sorry Rey. I'm honestly truly sorry. I made us end so suddenly." She said leaning her head on my shoulder. Her words drifted up into the air surrounding us.

I couldn't help but wrap my arm around her shoulders tightly, bringing her into a side hug. I missed her embrace. I didn't realize how much I missed comforting her, hugging her. I could smell the strawberry scent of her shampoo as I placed a small kiss at the top of her head.

She raised her head from my collarbone unexpectedly and shuddered, looking into my eyes, searching for something. She adjusted her arms around my neck and leaned forwards, towards my face, closing her eyes. I looked at her closed eyes and shut mine as well, bringing myself to her mercy. I could feel her breath on my lips making me tremble with pleasure and love.

Suddenly, I felt something soft against my lips and knew instantly that it was Taani's lips against mine. She didn't do anything else, but just kept her lips pressed against mine. Suddenly, the feeling of having her lips on mine was gone as she slowly backed away from me.

It might have been a quick peck but my perception distorted the time and played it slowly in my head. I wanted to place another kiss on her lips right then and there but... I dint want to scare her. I was afraid she was a mirage at that very second. I thought I would wake up from a dream. I wasn't sure she was real anymore. I was afraid that she would disappear or melt right through my arms.

After I blinked for about a thousand times, trying to clear my thoughts after that small kiss, I knew she wouldn't leave me.

I wanted that moment- her in my arms and me in hers, our lips pressed together- to last until the end of time.

So don't try to deny it, pretty baby
You've been down so long you can hardly see
When the engine's stalled and it won't stop raining, it's the
Right time to roll to me
Roll to me
Roll to me

-Del Amitri, "Roll To Me"

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Awsum update...
Rey still love her and wants her back in his life was lovely...
He is desperate to know about her relatioonship status 😳
shopping scene was cute...
And last scene was so beautiful...
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Amazing I Luv this of was soo beautiful
Ok rey is still In love with taani aww so swt
I Luv how rey was looking at taani & how badly
He want to know her relation status haha cute tha
Wow rey opening his own office grt aww rey want to
Kiss taani at airport but stop himself wow taani ask rey
To com with her for wedding yayy so happy I Luv tht lil
Flirting things bwt taarey aww taani kiss rey wow thanks for PM