Pyaar (Ak & KA) (completed) - Page 2

Pyaar
Chapter Eight

Kripa sat with her knees stretched to her chest, her head lowered when Angad was pushed in the room. He looked at her. She looked so beautiful and innocent, he couldn't help notice her lowered eyes and trembling lips.
He realized her discomfort. He approached her, sitting beside her and took her hands in his. He realized her body shivered and smiled "don't worry, I wont do anything. I just wanted to say that you look beautiful" he kissed her forehead.

She flushed and replied "thanks"

"go to sleep, you must be tired" he saw the panic on her face "I'll sleep on the couch"

"are you sure?" she asked

"of course, now go and change, I'd be dead if I had to carry those cloths all day"

Kripa smiled. He would never change. He would always say something making her smile. She walked to the bathroom after taking her night suit, locked it and looked at herself in the mirror.

It was the first time in the day she looked at herself properly, she looked beautiful, no wonder she had so many eyes on her. She blushed and started to undress herself, taking the heavy weight off her body.

After removing the heavy make up she unlocked the door without a thought and found herself watching Angad's bare back. His muscles were clearly evident through his skin, making his skin stretch broadly across his taunt body. Oh, he had a good body.

Angad realized she was watching him through the mirror and turned around displaying his broad chest. She recognized his position and turned around; turning red after a quick apology "sorry"

He smirked and pulled his shirt over his muscular chest. "You can turn around now" Kripa heard him say.

She turned around still a little flushed and walked towards the bed. Oh she looked so cute with her pink PJ'S saying 'live like a princess'. She had every right to live like a princess and he would treat her like a princess, his princess.

She lay on the bed, pulling the covers over her. A few minutes later she felt a tug. She opened her eyes to find Angad leaning over her. She gasped, but realized he was pulling the cushion from her head.

"What are you doing Angad?"

"You see, I cant sleep on that thing without a cushion, so I want one of these cushions"

"oh" Kripa uttered "I'm sorry, I didn't realize"

"it's alright, now can I have it"

"of course you can" she moved her head aside allowing him to take her cushion. He kissed her forehead and wished "goodnight"

"goodnight"

After a few minutes Angad called for Kripa "Kripa, are you awake"

"yeah"

"I'm bored" he moaned

"so am I"

"god, we cant even go and get the chess board"

"Yes we can"

"How?"

"Where's your laptop?"

"umm, let me see, oh Kavya's got it"

Kripa groaned "then go to sleep, there's no other solution"

"there is?"

"Which is"

"let's continue what we were doing?"

"what were we doing?" she asked confused

"talking"

"Angad" she laughed "god, no one can win from you"

"you figured that out now"

Kripa sighed "if your going to start with complimenting yourself then forget it"

"what, you have to accept it, no one can win from me"

"oh really, then you've married the wrong person Angad, because I know how to win and you know you've had a demonstration. I'm sure you don't want one again"

"yeah yeah, I don't want to be reminded"

"see, you cant win everything"

"hey, quit it ok"

"Angad is a loser"

"ok, that's it"

"Angad is a loser"

"quit it now"

"Angad is a loser"

"Kripa" and they continued teasing each other until sleep took it's toll and they both fell into a deep slumber.

The morning welcomed the couple in there married life with the bright sunshine. Kripa moaned softly as the sun light was disturbing her, but the bed was too comfortable to leave. She hugged her pillow tighter to realize it was a little to huge for a pillow, but Anjali wasn't next to her and wasn't as huge as, umm, huge as Angad. She opened her eyes to find herself surrounded by Angad's arms. She immediately flushed but curiosity took over.

She shook Angad "Angad"

"hmmm" he groaned and was asleep again

"Angad get up"

"hmm, let me sleep" he said burying his face into her neck

"Angad" Kripa spoke louder and pushed him

He woke up startled and sat up looking around "where, what why?" he said.

"What?" Kripa spoke

"Oh, umm, was I snoring?" he questioned

"no" Kripa replied annoyed "What are you doing on the bed?"

He scratched his head "umm, I think" he looked around "ah, I went to the bathroom last night and I probably went to sleep here forgetting about you"

"hmm"

"I swear I didn't do it on purpose" he said pinching his throat

"ok, I believe you" she climbed off the bed "now hurry up, everyone's waiting for us and I've got to start my packing"

"ok" he replied. As soon as she entered the bathroom he dropped on the bed again, dozing off.

"Angad"

"hmm"

"Angad, get up, I woke you up before going"

"hmm"

"hurry up, I'm not going to stand here all day"

"hmm"

"Angad, I'm going to push you off the bed" he still lay asleep "ok, now face the consequences" and she pushed him with all her strength, with him falling to the floor with a bump, but the carpet wasn't as hurtful.

He sat up rubbing his head "Kripa, why did you do that for?"

"It's not my fault you didn't listen to me before, now hurry up"

"ok, ok, god one mother was enough, I didn't need another one" he mumbled whilst Kripa simply smiled, admiring his messy look.

A few days past by, almost a week. Everyone enjoyed them self, whilst Kripa valued the time, spending it with her maternal family. She was overwhelmed with the love she received from her in laws but separating from the family she lived with was hard.

On the sixth day Kripa was departed to the airport. Kripa cried her heart out at her departure, whilst Angad stood by her side consoling her.

Parvati thanked tulsi "thanks tulsi, I don't know how I will repay you"

"Parvati, don't say anything. Kripa is my daughter as well"

"I know. If she makes a mistake please forgive her. She usually does make a fuss out of things" Parvati informed

"don't worry Parvati, Anjali is like that and Kripa is my daughter not daughter in law"

"and if she makes mistakes, we're there to help her solve it" Nitya reassured

Om held Kripa in his arms, whilst Kripa cried "please look after my daughter" he said in between tears "I've brought her up with a lot of love"

"Om, Kripa is our responsibility now, don't worry"

"anyways, even if Mihir doesn't look after her I'm there too protest her, after all Kripa called me handsome and her handsome uncle is always there" he joked, lightening the atmosphere.

"yeah, she's very stubborn at times, you shouldn't let her anywhere near the kitchen at that time" Kashish informed

"it happens, it's natural"

"yeah it is, but she's got this habit of surprising everyone" Sujal added "so don't get scared"

Kripa walked towards Sujal and hugged his waist "Bhai, don't worry, I wont do any mischief and I'll be fine and I'll keep everyone happy, after all I have to look after Bhabi. Now I'm their Bhabi wont have to work and have a normal pregnancy"

"but Kripa" Nandini argued

"no arguments Bhabi and anyways I've promised to teach Anjali cooking and looking after the kitchen"

They heard giggles behind them. Angad and Kavya were laughing whilst Karan simply watched them amused.

"Share the joke?" Kripa said sarcastically

"Kripa if you start teaching Anju, you'll forget everything yourself" Kavya commented.

Anjali, once again was embarrassed and glared at them, but was happily surprised when Kripa stood up for her "well, well, how much do you know about the kitchen?"

"Where did we come in this conversation, I mean I was talking about Anju. Once aunty sent her to get juice and god knows what she was doing in there but it took everyone at least two days to clean it up" Kavya spoke

"And once she went to get dad's breakfast and she fell herself, spoiled the kitchen as well as her clothes" they laughed louder gaining unwanted attention.

"stop it, If I start with your bad things then its a never ending list" Anjali interrupted

"aha, really, why don't we start with the umm lets see when you broke the shower in your room and then once you managed to spill all the water out the bath tub and"

Kavya was cut off "stop this nonsense Angad and Kavya"

"come on Kripa, once we know you properly we're not going to leave you as well" Angad said

"My foot, you even think about it then you'll see what I do to you"

"control Kripa, control. This is the airport not our bedroom" he replied naughtily

Kripa turned a deep shade of red "excuse me" and she escaped the embarrassment

A few minutes later the flight was announced. Kripa looked at her family tearfully. Her gaze fell on Adi. She went forward and kissed his forehead "hey Adi, your a strong boy, and strong boys don't cry" she wiped his tears and kissed his cheek "be brave, I'll miss you" she whispered then let the tears slip from her eyes as she hugged him.

"me too" he replied holding onto her "don't go, I'll never be naughty and even if I do I'll take the punishment but please don't go"

"I had to go one day, your a good boy, so listen to me. Don't disturb your mom too much and concentrate on your studies ok. I promise, I'll meet you at least once a month"

"promise"

"yes, promise, now wipe these tears and give me a kiss"

He smiled and kissed her soft cheek. She bid goodbye to her maternal family, embracing them one by one and then left with Angad to her new home, Mumbai.

Kripa was still upset in the plane. She still let the tears drain from her eyes. She sat next to Angad, whilst Kavya and Anjali had to share the left row again. They, as usual argued and teased each other, competing, whilst Angad simply tried to console Kripa.

"Kripa stop crying"

"I already miss them Angad"

"I promise I'll take you to Delhi every once in a while"

"But that wont make a difference now, I want to go back"

"Kripa" he groaned "Your crying like a baby"

"no I'm not"

"yes you are" he wiped her tears "now come on wipe these tears, everyone will think I made you cry"

"you did, because of you I had to leave my family"

"ok, It was my fault, now stop crying" She gave him a dirty look and wiped her tears. He looked at and sighed, she was never going to change, she'd always be stubborn.

Kripa looked around Mumbai airport. It was so crowded. Then she followed Angad. After a few minutes the driver came to pick them up. Kripa looked out of the window in amazement. Mumbai was so different. Unlike Delhi, it was crowded and had all types of people. The place was beautiful but at the same time some places were highly maintained whilst the others were poorly looked after.

"Welcome to Mumbai, Kripa" Angad stated

A few minutes later Anjali spoke "and welcome to Khanna house"

Kripa looked at her new home in amazement. It was beautiful, made of pure stone unlike hers. Her house was pure expensive wood, this was pure concrete and marble stone. The porche was beautifully decorated with plants, allowing the polluted air to be covered with the smell of green plants.

They all rested for a while whilst Kripa, Angad, Anjali and Karan talked. Later Anjali showed Kripa around the house with Angad following behind. The house was beautifully decorated. The interior was amazing. However, her view changed when she saw Angad's room, which was supposedly her room now. It looked more like a junk yard. The clothes on the floor. His cupboard was overloaded, with half the things falling out. The room was an odd red colour with black streaks in between. A guitar was stuck to the wall, with his bed with blue covers. Very weird combination and she didn't like it one bit.

"Is this our room?" She questioned looking at Angad

"Yeah" he replied, scratching his head nervously

"I know what your thinking, but It's always been like this, good luck" Anjali patted her and left them alone.

"Sorry Kripa" Angad followed her "actually I forgot to clean my room before going. I kind of couldn't be bothered"

"Angad, the rooms a tip" She sighed "I'll clean it up and I'm telling you from now, I don't like messy rooms, Your going to be in trouble if you mess the room up"

"sorry" he said again

"Angad, what kind of interior is this?" she questioned

"It's cool, isn't it" he said, whilst he helped her fold the clothes

"no, It's a very disturbing sight. I mean there's there's no sense of colour and it's very dull" she placed the clothes in the cupboard "I don't like it so I want it changed"

"but I like it"

"I don't. And remember, now this is my room as well and I don't want to have such a disordered room"

Angad sighed "ok madam, as you wish"

After a few hours the room was spotless. Kripa sighed and sat on the bed "Oh god, now I'm so tired"

"yeah" Angad lay flat on the bed "that was so tiring"

"well if you had cleaned it before hand then you wouldn't have to do this"

"ok, ok"

"Angad, have you talked to mom?" she asked

"no, I was thinking that I would talk to her at dinner, today"

"yeah, she wont mind will she?"

"I cant say anything, but it's a difficult task" he sighed then looked at Kripa

Pyaar
Chapter Nine

The evening was cool and crisp. The family sat together for dinner. Kripa felt a little tearsome but ignored it, if she kept crying she would just seem like a fool.

"Kripa, don't worry, I know you feel awkward having dinner without your family but accept us as your family" Angad consoled

Kripa looked up at him, how did he know? He understood her so well. "Thanks" she said softly and started her dinner without hesitating, knowing Angad was by her side.

After a while Angad spoke "mom, um, me and Kripa wanted to say something"

"Go ahead" she ordered

"Mom, we want to, I mean, we don't want anyone in Mumbai knowing about our marriage. In Delhi we had to clarify it, but for now can we hide it because then it will be very awkward for us in university"

"I agree with them tulsi, it will be very disturbing"

"But Mihir, a marriage is no joke; it will be very insulting when people find out later"

"Mom, please. There's only a few weeks left for university"

"Yes, tulsi there's no problem in announcing it later" Mihir added

"Ok, but I have a condition"

"Which Is?"

"You two are married and only we will know but I couldn't do this marriage properly so when we announce the wedding we'll perform the marriage again. That way there will be no dishonor and it will fulfill my wish as well"

"I agree"

"I agree as well Bhai, it'll just add to the fun"

"Yes and it's a good idea" Karan added

Angad looked towards Kripa "I leave my decision with Kripa, whatever she wants I'll do"

Kripa looked at everyones pleading eyes "ok, I'm fine with it" she said with her eyes lowered.

"Angad, I'm bored" Kripa whined

"Hmm, come on Kripa in two days you'll get busy with the university routine anyways"

"Yes, but what do I do now?"

"Ok" he looked up "you like movies"

"Sometimes"

"Which type?"

"Family, romance, love and all"

"Well, that didn't help, tell me some movie"

"Baabul, I haven't seen it yet"

"Ok, give me a minute, I'll see if I can find it on the net"

Angad found the movie connected his laptop to the television and sat beside Kripa to watch the movie. Kripa smiled at all the romantic scenes and was blushing like a red rose on the wedding night. Angad watched her in amazement, she looked so pretty. A few minutes later, he looked down to see her crying; he looked at the screen and figured out the reason. He watched her astonished, this girl changed moods so quickly.

"Kripa" he called after a while "why are you crying? Her husband died, not yours"

"Angad" she whacked his arm "It's so emotional. It makes your heart tremble" she whispered

"Well, only emotional fools cry for such things"

She looked at him "and who are you calling an emotional fool?" she questioned authoritatively

"You"

"Angad" she hit his head "you are so nasty" she hit him on his arm "you have no feelings" she hit him again "you just know how to make me angry or annoy me"

"Well, I love too. It's amusing when you change moods in a swift"

"Angad, that so was not nice"

"I know Kripa"

"Angad"

"Kripa"

"Angad stop it"

"What am I doing?" he asked innocently

"Ughh, nothing" and she left the couch to sleep on the bed.

As Kripa started to doze off Angad called her "Kripa"

"What is it Angad?"

"Can I sleep on the bed?"

"No"

"Please Kripa, this thing isn't comfortable, I'm going to end up with a back pain in the morning"

"Angad, it was decided that we wouldn't have that relationship" she said sitting up.

"Kripa I didnt say anything about sharing a relationship, I asked you to share the bed because I can't sleep on this thing unless you want to sleep here" he said in a flow.

Kripa looked at him "fine, you sleep here; I'll sleep on the couch"

"Kripa I didn't mean that, I mean what's the harm in sharing a bed"

"Angad, the beds free, if you want it take it, I'm being generous, I'll sleep on the couch"

Angad sighed "ok"

They swapped places. Kripa lay on the couch whilst Angad lay on the bed watching Kripa, feeling uncomfortable about the fact that she was sleeping on the couch. Feeling guilty, soon he dozed off.

Angad woke up with the sound of knocking on the door. He sat up, then suddenly became tense. "Who is it?" he shouted

"It's me Bhai"

"Give me a few minutes" he shouted

He rushed to the couch and shook Kripa "wake up"

"Angad leave me alone, let me sleep" she pulled the cushion over her head

"Kripa hurry up, wake up"

"no, let me sleep"

"Kripa come on, wake up" Kripa continued to refuse as he pleaded her. Having no other option, he scooped her light frame in his arms, the blanket falling off automatically.

"Angad" Kripa screamed "what are you doing?" she asked "let me go" she kicked her legs.

"Someone's at the door and you wouldn't get up"

"Ok, now put me down" she commanded.

He placed her on the bed and picked the cushion and blanket up. Then he proceeded opening the door. "Hi Kripa" she walked towards the bed, where Kripa sat.

"You know, you have a brother to greet as well Anju" Angad stated, arms crossed.

"Oh, Hi Bhai" she simply greeted and turned back to Kripa

"What the hell, I haven't got any value after Kripa came"

"Special people deserve special attention" Kripa replied and giggled

"Whatever"

"Anyways, we go back to uni tomorrow so I want to go out today" Anjali said looking at Angad

"What do I do about it?" Angad questioned after the constant stare.

"Well you can take us out. I mean we can show Kripa Mumbai and we can shop. Kripa was complaining about your interior, so I'll help her"

"You don't have to come" he mumbled

"Did you say something?" Anjali questioned. He shook his head saying no "ok" she turned towards Kripa "get ready fast, we'll make sure we annoy Bhai to the limit"

"Sounds fun"

"Whatever, Anju, I'm calling Kavya and a few friends as well"

"That's up to you" and she left the room

"Angad" Kripa called "Kavya's fine but why you're other friends"

"Kripa they know about us"

"But Angad it was supposed to be a secret"

"Yeah, you see they're kind of flirty so I don't want to take a risk. I promise I won't let anyone else know"

"But Angad"

"Please Kripa, there not bad; just think of them as Kavya. Umm like your brother in laws"

"Ok" she said defeated "but if anyone else finds out--"

"I won't let that happen"

Kripa headed down, looking graceful in her ice blue salwar kameez. The light work on her outfit complimented her glowing skin. Kripa looked towards Anjali who looked frustrated "what happened?"

"Kripa, you took so long, its way past half an hour and where's Bhai?"

"Anjali, calm down, Angad's coming, he's making some phone calls"

"Oh, then lets leave"

"huh, but Angad--"

"he's on the phone, the calls will never finish"

"Anjali, don't be impatient, he's coming. I'll go get him, you trust me don't you"

Anjali silently nodded, a little embarrassed at her impatient behaviour. Kripa smiled and walked up the stairs.

Kripa entered her room to find no one there. She turned back and was startled to find Angad right behind her. She breathed a sigh of relief.

"What happened? Aren't we going?" Angad questioned

"Oh, we are. Anjali was getting a little impatient so I decided to call you. You can make your calls in the car"

"I just finished them, come on lets go"

"ok" and she followed on behind Angad.

As soon as Angad stepped downstairs, he had listened to Anjali, who just blew all her frustration on him. After the long lecture, he walked out telling them to sit in the car. Angad was bored out of his wits listening to Anjali and Kripa chatting like two silly teenagers. He vowed never to take them shopping if they were going to be like this.

"Angad, give me your credit card" Kripa ordered as soon as they reached Mumbai plaza

"what?"

"Give me your credit card?"

"But why?"

"because I want to do shopping"

"but--"

"are giving it, or do I have to take it"

"but why do you--"

"fine, I'll take it my self" she reached his pocket and slipped his wallet out and started to walk ahead with Anjali.

"Kripa" he yelled "why are you taking the whole wallet?"

"I feel like it" she retorted and continued walking, giggling along with Anjali.

Angad watched them walk off, leaving him empty. He muttered under his breather and turned around to the tap on his shoulder "what is it?" he spoke a little irritated.

"Wow what a welcome" josh commented

"yeah, you invited us and now you're shouting" Laksh added

"what happened? Kavya questioned

"Oh, nothing, its just that Kripa was--"

Josh interrupted "seems like bhabi's got you under control"

"Yeah, and Angad you were so fast, you didn't even invite us to your wedding" Laksh sulked

"Well then you can enjoy later"

"How's that?" Kavya intervened "you're already married?"

"Yeah, but you know conditions. Mom was only convinced if we perform the wedding rituals again to announce the wedding"

"great" josh exclaimed "I better stay prepared, we have a lot of things to do" he said rubbing his hands together

"Forget that, tell me, how's collage been? anything new"

"nothing really, it was boring"

"very boring" Laksh added "and can you believe it, riya dumped me for some rishikesh guy"

"well, its always happening, no need to sulk" Kavya taunted

"so Angad, when you introducing us to Bhabi"

"Once I find out where Anjali and Kripa are"

"Anjali's with you" Kavya asked excited

"yeah"

"great, now we have some form of entertainment" he turned to Laksh and josh "you know guys, Kripa is similar too Anjali"

"Really?" Laksh asked, Angad nodded

"How can you live with two women who are nothing more than a headache, I'm surprised you aren't mental yet"

"naaa, it's not a big deal. Anjali's still fine. I'm her bigger brother so she has to listen to me at times but Kripa never listens to me properly"

"what do you mean?" Laksh questioned

"well, if I tell her to shut up, she talks more. She doesn't like my room so she wants to change the interior; she says it's not sensible. But I love my room, what's wrong with it? She decided to change the interior so she's shopping around for it. She just took my whole wallet and seriously--"

"uh oh, Angad your in trouble" Kavya exclaimed

"who's the lady with Anjali behind you?" josh questioned

Angad gulped "behind me" he asked horrified. He immediately turned around to find a hurt Kripa standing in front of him. Her eyes were framed with unshed tears. She turned around and walked the opposite direction. Angad felt guilt seep in him and followed behind. Anjali gave josh, Laksh and Kavya a dirty look and followed Kripa.

"Kripa, I was joking, I didn't mean to say all those words. I always say things like this about Anjali, she never minds. Come on Kripa I never meant it, I was just joking--Kripa, Kripa listen to me" he said, following her.

Kripa found the ladies toilet and went inside and locked it. Angad knocked on the door, getting dirty looks from people passing by "Kripa, open the door, I didn't mean to"

"Bhai" Anjali exclaimed "that wasn't very nice"

"I was just saying anything. I always say it about you. It doesn't mean I don't love you, does it"

"Bhai, I'm different, she's different. I'm use to your stupid cranky talks, she isn't"

"I'm sorry, I shouldn't have" he looked at her pleadingly "please call her outside, I'll ask forgiveness"

"ok, but don't repeat this mistake again"

"I swear, I wont, now go"

After a lot of persuasion, Kripa let Anjali inside, whilst Angad waited outside "Kripa, why are crying? Bhai is like that, he says worse things to me"

"no one's ever talked about me like that"

"Come on Kripa, he becomes a little retard with his friends anyways, in fact all of them are retard" Kripa smiled a little "now that's better, smile nice and wide"

"but I'm still not talking to him. He has to learn to respect others"

"he does, but come on"

"please Anjali"

"ok, come on, lets not waste our time"

"wait" she opened her purse, wiped her tear stained face with a hanker chief and then gave Anjali Angad's wallet "give this back to him"

"but Kripa--"

"Anjali please, I don't want to have anything of his right now"

Anjali sighed "ok"

Anjali walked outside with Kripa beside her. Anjali gave his wallet back and said "Bhai, no use of asking forgiveness, she's not talking to you"

"but, I wasn't serious" he looked at Kripa "come on Kripa, I'm sorry"

Kripa looked away "Bhai, not now, later, she's not in a very good mood with you"

Angad sighed "ok, lets go" and they left following behind silently.

Pyaar
Chapter Ten

Kripa Ignored Angad, staying silent when he said anything. Angad just felt more culpable and guilty. He cursed himself and pleaded with his eyes for forgiveness.

After shopping for a while, they all went to a nearby restaurant. They all ordered sandwiches, small and quick. Angad again tried to talk to her, but she didn't respond. To lighten the atmosphere josh asked Kripa "so Bhabi, you joining us in uni, are you?"

"Yes"

"and of course, she wouldn't want to be anywhere near you people"

"No one asked for your opinion Anjali, so shut up" Kavya commented, he received a pout in response.

"hey guys, lets go to the beach after lunch"

"beach?" Kripa questioned

"yeah, why is there a problem?"

"I'm scared"

"what?"

"I don't go to places where's there's a lot of water"

"Oh come on, we assure you, nothing will go wrong"

After a lot of convincing Kripa agreed. They all headed to the beach. Kripa was delighted seeing the beauty of the beach. The sun sprang its light, brightly over the beach. The blue sky, complimenting the sea blue water.

The boys ran forward, jumping in the sand, whilst Anjali and Kripa stayed back, waiting for Angad to park the car.

"Guys, I think we should help Angad and this is the perfect place" Laksh spoke

"yes, but how?"

"Simple" Kavya started "someone has get Kripa into the water, somehow. I'll handle Anjali or she's not going to leave sight of Kripa and then we will send Angad for her. Like that they'll talk and it will be adventurous as well"

"good idea man" josh commented "your not as innocent as you seem"

"I never said I was" he smirked.

"Share the joke" they heard Angad

"nothing, Just giving Laksh ideas to get another girlfriend"

"Anjali, tell me something about the university"

"umm, like what?"

"anything, umm the people"

"well we have a really big circle of friends, there's another big circle of friends but they are--"

she was cut off "Hey Kripa, over here, I want to show you something"

"I'm coming" she shouted back

"lets go or he'll shout until you don't listen"

Kripa giggled "lets go"

They walked towards Kavya who showed them a seashell in the sand. Suddenly a hand pulled Kripa. She looked up to see Laksh pulling her towards the sea. He ran fast, taking her in the vast blue water. "Laksh, don't go to deep, I'm scared"

"come on Bhabi, don't worry" he took her deep in the water, till it was waist length. He let go of her hand and showed her something at a distance "look over there"

"Laksh, I'm scared, lets go back" she turned around when she didn't get a response to find her self lonesome in the deep water. She looked here and there in fright but it all went in vain.

Meanwhile, Kavya was distracting Anjali with his stupendous jokes "stop it Kavya, your so annoying and--"

"handsome, I know"

"yeah yeah, your a little too smitten about yourself, come on Kripa, lets go" she turned to take her hand but found Kripa to be missing "Where's Kripa?"

"I don't know, she was just here a while ago"

"Laksh" she called, when she saw him approaching them "where's Kripa?"

"She was with you wasn't she?"

"oh god" she held her head, where is she?"

Angad joined them "here's your drinks"

"thanks" Laksh said, taking one.

"Where's Kripa?" he asked noticing her missing

"I don't know"

"what, what do you mean by you don't know Anjali?"

"She's just vanished all a sudden, she doesn't even know the ways in Mumbai yet"

"How can you be so foolish Anju. Now where do I find her?"

"Lets separate" Laksh suggested

"no, lets phone her first?" Angad said

"Bhai, her phones with me" Anjali informed.

"Oh god" he touched his forehead tensed

"Angad, me and Anjali will go search the huts and restaurants, Laksh and josh can look around the beach and you look around in the water"

"but--" Anjali intervened, but she was dragged by Kavya.

Laksh and josh ran towards the white sand, whilst Angad looked at the surface of the water. After so many minutes of searching, Angad looked down helplessly, mentally kicking himself for letting her out of sight.

Suddenly, he heard faint sounds. His head shot up. He found a figure shouting for help deep in the waters. He ran to the person's aid to find it was Kripa. His heart thudded loudly in his chest, seeing Kripa shout for help, whilst being pushed by the several waves surrounding her.

As soon as he reached Kripa, he took her in his arms. His tight embrace suffocated Kripa, but she held onto him, thanking god for his arrival, forgetting all her anger

"don't do this again" she heard him say "you know how scared I was?

"Sorry" she whispered as she gasped for air in the salty water, she felt sea sick in the salty air.

"Kripa" he pulled her apart with his hands on her shoulder to find her eyes closing "Kripa, what's wrong?"

She held on to his collar, trying to stand straight but fell limp on Angad's chest. He shook her, but she lost conscious. Worried, he scooped her in his muscular arms, walking out of the sea.

As soon as he reached shore, he placed her on the sand, pressing her stomach, but nothing happened. He held her head in his lap, lowering his mouth to hers to give her CPR, after two or three attempts she gained conscious but remained limp.

"Kripa, Kripa, come on"

Anjali noticed Angad from a distance and ran towards him seeing a figure lying on his lap. Kavya shouted behind her but she continued to run so he simply followed behind.

"Bhai, what happened to Kripa? Where was she?"

"she was in the water, She just fell unconscious on me"

"Bhai, I think we should take her home"

"no, mom's going to worry"

"then what do we do, shall we take her to the doctors"

Kavya intervened "There's a hotel nearby, we can get a room for a while, me and Anjali will go and get her some fresh clothes, otherwise she's going to catch a cold, maybe change in the air may be healing"

"ok, we'll do that" Angad said, cradling her in his arms. He stood up and carried her to the nearby hotel, whilst Anjali and Kavya went to buy fresh clothes. The receptionist worried looking at the demure lady in Angad's arms but allowed him to take a room after he explained they were taking her to the doctor after the incident.

As soon as Angad comforted Kripa in the warmth of the covers, kripa's eyes started to open. Angad leaped and sat next to her, helping her sit up, making sure the warmth reached her. "You okay?" he asked worried

"yeah" she mumbled pushing her hair back.

"Why did you go in the water? I thought you were scared" he questioned

"I didn't, I was taken there and --"

She was cut off by Anjali "Kripa" she squealed "what went wrong? We were so scared"

"I didn't mean to scare you"

"Kripa, why did you go in the water?" she questioned

"Actually I was--"

Again she was interrupted "Kripa is fine, that's all we want. I don't think it's a very good Idea to shower her with questions right now?" Kavya spoke, covering up for Laksh

"yeah" Anjali agreed "here" Anjali handed her a bag "go and change your clothes, otherwise you'll end up with a cold"

"Ok" Kripa complied. After a few minutes she called from the bathroom "Anjali, come here a minute"

Anjali walked to the bathroom door "what's wrong?"

"isn't there anything better to wear, I mean something Asian"

"cope with it for now, I brought what I found the nearest"

"but Anju, its a little revealing"

"come on Kripa, its not so revealing"

Kripa sighed "ok, as you say" and she locked the door.

Minutes later Kripa emerged from the bathroom dressed in a satin trim kick pleat skirt with a black halter neck, which reached just below her waist, revealing her creamy white belly. She hesitantly walked out, pulling the top, hoping it would become longer.

Angad looked at her mesmerized. Her milk white skin was leisure to his eyes. It was fascinating but he broke out his trance feeling kripa's discomfort "you look beautiful" he commented

"yeah Kripa" Anjali added "there's nothing wrong with it, where's it revealing from"

"I don't like wearing revealing clothes, its uncomfortable, people stare"

"oh come on, no one will stare, forget them"

"If someone says something, tell me, I'll sort them out" Angad said protectively

They all headed home after informing Laksh and josh about kripa's safety. Angad took Kripa to the doctor before going home. After he was reassured he headed home

"I said it before, but you don't believe me"

"ok Kripa, I was just worried"

"but I said I was fine"

"oh well, lets go" and they headed home

As soon as Kripa returned home, tulsi showered her with questions "are you alright? Did you go to the doctor? You didn't get hurt did you? You are--"

"mom" Kripa spoke "I'm fine and it wasn't so bad, who told you?"

"Anjali told me"

"Anjali, I told you not to tell anyone"

"Anjali did the right thing. If anything happened to you what would I say to Parvati and what about Angad, huh"

"sorry"

"it's ok, come on now, go and rest, you must be tired"

"mom, I'm fine, it's only seven and even the doctor examined me. He said I was fine"

"Kripa, I don't want to hear a thing, rest, you'll feel better"

"yeah Kripa come on" Angad said taking her hand

"but--"

"no arguing" tulsi warned

Kripa sighed and followed Angad to there room.

As soon as Kripa and Angad were behind the closed doors of there room, Kripa argued "what was that?"

"What?" Angad asked confused

"yea Kripa, come on" she mimicked

"well, mom was right. Now go change your clothes then rest"

"but Angad"

"go"

She sighed and stomped to the bathroom with her night suit.

Later that that night, Kripa sat on the bed, switching the television channels time to time. Angad noticed and asked "what's wrong?"

"I'm bored and mom has prohibited me out of the room"

Angad sighed, he left his work and sat next to Kripa "what do you want to do?"

"Anything, but even your busy"

"I'm not, its fine"

"sure"

"hundred percent, now tell me"

"umm, lets see. Tell me about the university campus"

"well, its big beautiful, cool, umm and absolutely great"

"Angad, who wants to know about the beauty, I was talking about the people around you, duh" she said tapping his head lightly.

"ok, sorry" he scrunched his nose up and Kripa pulled it "hey stop that"

"No, I like it, its cute"

"really?"

"uhmm" she nodded "now stop this and tell me about people around you in university"

"ok, umm lets start with me. You already know what a charmer I am, you know there's no one as handsome and dashing as me" he boasted

"yeah yeah" she said pushing his head away

"yeah, really"

"quit it Angad, I know you, tell me about someone more interesting"

"what do you mean?"

"Exactly what you heard"

"yeah right, I know your just in denial, anyways besides the hot Angad Khanna, there is my big circle of friends"

"who are?"

"Umm, Kavya, you know him quite well. Besides him my close friends are josh and Laksh. Other than that, you'll meet Akshat and Shabbir. They are close but I just don't talk to them as much"

"Oh, ok" she said "Angad, does Laksh despise you?"

"No way, he's the kid in the gang, why, did he do something?"

"Actually he-- no forget it"

"he what Kripa" he took her hand "what did he do? Tell me"

"Actually, he's the one who dragged me into the water and then he left me there alone"

"Laksh, Why that" he stood up and began to walk when Kripa held him back

"where are you going?"

"I'm going to see Laksh, how could he--"

"that's why I didn't want to tell you, see, you get angry so quickly, calm down"

"but he took you in the--"

"Angad, I'm fine now, aren't I , so don't worry"

"fine, but I'm still going to kill that--"

"you wont say anything"

"why?"

"because I said so"

"but Kripa"

"please Angad"

"fine, you always have it your way"

"I'm famous for my way"

"yeah yeah, anyways" he sat back down, next to her "Besides Laksh and all Anjali has a load of friends, but the ones we talk to are Minakshi, Charu, Bhoomi and Pia"

"So many girls and you still don't have a fling with any of them"

"hey, I love my reputation, I don't want a girl destroying it, unless its you"

"ha ha, that was so funny" she commented, sardonically

"it was" he replied. She picked the pillow up and whacked him "hey, stop that"

"say sorry"

"why should I" she whacked him harder "fine, fine, sorry"

"thank you"

He sighed "god, you are so stubborn"

"proud to be"

"yeah yeah"

"I'm sure your circle of friends aren't the only ones in university"

"There's many more. Another particular gang you could say which is popular, I want you away from them"

"whys that"

"absolutely flirty and"

"and your telling me, you've never flirted with anyone"

"yeah" he pinched his throat "ask anjali"

"ok, I believe you"

"no seriously" he said noticing her suppressed smile

"ok, ok"

"oh, there's no use telling you"

"why, thank you"

"but I still want you away from them, there flirtatious and carry this inherited problem of attitude"

"no problem for me, I can handle attitude, like i did with you, you still remember your chilli coffee"

"chilli coffee, more like salt, that was so nasty"

"thanks"

He sighed "whatever, stay away from Manthan"

"and he is who?"

"the kind of leader or you could say most popular one from there"

"nice name"

"Kripa" he exclaimed

"hmm, I can smell something burning"

"Kripa, come on"

"it's getting stronger"

"ok, that's it" and he took his pillow and hit her "that's what you get for teasing, if your stubborn, I'm no less" he whispered

"Yeah right" she said rubbing her head

"yeah, Manthan will surely have a hard time dealing with you but if he ever says anything, don't worry, I'll keep an eye on you"

"Angad, I don't want you spying on me"

"I'm not spying, I'm just--"

"I know, protecting but"

"please Kripa, I wont interfere unless your in trouble"

"ok" she sighed

"come on, now go to sleep, I'm tired and I'm sure you are as well"

"I am, its been a hectic day" she got up and moved to the couch

"Kripa" he called "sleep on the bed, I'll sleep on the couch"

"no Angad, I'm fine, you don't need to feel guilty about me sleeping there"

"come on Kripa, lets make it fair, we'll take turns, yesterday I was on the bed so its you today"

"you sure"

"yeah"

"ok"

They switched positions and slept peacefully. Angad was at peace feeling less guilty for making her sleep on the bed, whilst Kripa just smiled, excited about her first day at Mumbai University.

The annoying alarm went off waking Kripa up. She rubbed her eyes and then switched it off. Kripa looked at Angad. He had covered his head under the pillow, trying to avoid the sound. Kripa smiled, he would never change.

She went to the bathroom and freshened up. A few minutes later, she walked out of the bathroom in a plain black salwar kameez, with very light work in a dark shade of silver. Her hair still wet from the shower.

She saw Angad still asleep. She looked at the clock and then back at Angad "time to wake up" She shook him slightly "Angad, get up, you have to be ready for the next fifty minutes"

"leave me, let me sleep" he said pushing her hand away"

"get up Angad" she shook him again "get ready for university"

"hmm" he groaned "two minutes"

"no, get up now"

"mhmm" he moaned and dozed off again

"Angad, Angad" she shook him, but he was too busy in his dreamland

Anjali was applying eyeliner to her eyes when Kripa walked in looking frustrated. She finished applying the black colour to her eyelids and turned around "what's wrong?" she asked

"your lazy brother isn't getting up, I must have said his name a hundred times and I even shook him but he's to busy in la la land"

"oh, he's asleep today, great" she shouted "time for payback"

"payback?"

"yep, he always wakes me up with ice cold water, lets see how he likes it"

"why cold water, try something hot like umm tea"

"seems like you've done it many times"

"I haven't, Adi did, I miss him" she whispered

Anjali embraced her "come on, don't sulk, You'll see him soon"

Kripa held herself together, stopping the tears "I will" she whispered and they headed to kripa's room.

Angad was sprawled all over the couch, with the blanket hanging off his legs, his mouth slightly open. He looked cute according to Kripa.

"Kripa" Anjali spoke "Why is Bhai sleeping on the couch"

Startled from the sudden question, she stuttered "Oh, um, he fell asleep there yesterday, so um I gave him the blanket and put a pillow under his head so he was comfortable"

"Oh" she took the cup of tea on the bed side and handled it to Kripa

"why are you giving it to me"

"you do it today, last time I got in trouble, he wont say anything to you"

"but Anjali--"

"please" she pleaded

"fine" she sighed and kneeled beside him. She picked his hand up and dipped his thumb into the boiling tea. He shrieked and jerked up, shaking his hand, trying to lessen the burning sensation. "Anjali your not-" then he noticed Kripa "Kripa, what are you doing?" he asked

"umm, you left me no choice, you wouldn't wake up, so I just woke you up"

"Kripa" he hit her head lightly "this isn't a very pleasant way to wake someone up, its burning now"

"I'm so sorry" she said taking his hand

"Kripa, why are you apologizing" Anjali exclaimed

Angad looked up at her "it was you, wasn't it"

"Don't give me that look, it was kripa's idea"

Angad looked down at Kripa, she looked so innocent "ok, it doesn't matter but please get me some antiseptic, Its burning"

"I'm sorry Angad" Kripa said again "I'll get the medicine, Anjali, you go and get ready"

"ok" and she walked out with Kripa behind her

Kripa blew on Angad's hand, then applied the medicine to his thumb "does it feel better?" she asked whilst applying

"mhmm"

She continued rubbing, whilst Angad was too lost in her beauty. She looked so innocent and the black colour just made her skin glow. Oh how he wanted to hold her in his arms and tell the world 'this is my wife, Kripa Angad Khanna', the name was so perfect.

"Bhai, can you please call Kavya and ask him to--" she looked up as she entered "Bhai, earth to Bhai"

Kripa shook Angad "Angad, Angad"

"oh"

"what happened?"

"Nothing" he took his hand back "I'll be ready in a few minutes"

"you've got twenty minutes, no longer"

"Yeah, yeah"

As soon as Kavya came, they all left for the university camp. Anjali and Kavya as always fought, whilst Angad and Kripa held there heads, hoping they would stop.

Kripa was amazed by the beauty of the university. It was well maintained with green plants here and there. It was pretty. As soon as they were out of the car, she felt dozen of eyes on Angad, which she didn't like one bit. Kavya was also being admired, but her eyes only caught the ones watching Angad. She walked with Anjali, whilst Angad walked straight to his friends.

Pyaar
Chapter Eleven

Angad and Kavya walked towards there small group of friends and greeted them.

"Laksh, can I talk to you for a second?" Angad asked

"Sure"

Angad and Laksh went to a corner and Angad started to shout at him "Laksh, what the hell is wrong with you? Why did u take Kripa into the water? You know she's scared, then why?" he questioned

"I'm sorry Angad" he apologized "Josh and Kavya were involved in the plan as well"

"plan? what plan?" he asked

"Actually, we all felt guilty, because of us Bhabi wasn't talking to you, so we planned this up, so she talks to you" he explained

"Really?" he asked curious

"yeah, if you don't believe me then ask Kavya and josh"

"sorry, and thanks buddy, I was just angry because you tried to harm her, I didn't know you wanted my good"

"no problem" Laksh patted him

"but next time do something safe, she could have lost her life"

"Ok, I'll apologize to Bhabi"

"don't call her Bhabi, she doesn't want anyone to know"

"Ok, but there's a problem" he looked at Angad "Josh kind of told Akshat and Shabbir"

"Oh shit" Angad slapped his forehead "but I told him to stay quiet"

"well, that's josh and his big mouth" Laksh shrugged his shoulders

"Kripa can I tell my friends about you?" Anjali asked whilst walking towards a circle of girls

"but Anju, it's going--"

"please, only my friends, it wont spread"

"everyone's going to find out if you and Angad keep telling everyone"

"I'll only tell my close friends"

Kripa sighed "Ok, but no more than that"

Once they reached a small group of girls Anjali introduced "Kripa meet my friends" she pointed each girl one by one "she is Charu, this is Bhoomi, Pia, Minakshi and guys this is Kripa" she pointed towards Kripa.

"Hi Kripa" they all greeted in unison

"tell us more Anjali, who is she?" Minakshi asked with raised brows

"ok, I'll tell you but promise me first it wont go out of this circle"

"promise" they all said

"ok, now hurry up and tell us" Charu exclaimed "break the suspense"

"Ok, Kripa is my sister in law"

"what?" they all screamed, gaining unwanted attention, they looked around but ignored the stares they got.

"Did Karan bhaiya get married again?" Bhoomi questioned

"no"

"then?" Pia questioned"

"She's Mrs Angad Khanna"

"Oh my god" they exclaimed

Kripa was embarrassed and turned away "excuse me"

"Kripa" Charu called "don't be embarrassed, we wont tell anyone, it's just a little shocking"

"Yeah Kripa" Minakshi said "and that just adds to our group, I'd love to have a new friend, your secret is safe with us" she assured

"Thank you" she replied genuinely

"Hey Kripa, no thanks and sorry in friendship" Pia informed

"Ok" she smiled

"Have you got your schedule?" Anjali asked

"Yeah, it came through the post"

"Ok" she took kripa's schedule "See your luck, you have the same class as Minakshi and Charu"

"and the other two"

"there in my year, I'm a year behind, after all I don't look like Angad's twin because I am not" all the girls giggled and continued talking, knowing more about Kripa.

"Josh, you big mouth" Angad exclaimed

"what? It happens sometimes"

"Don't say anything to him Angad" Shabbir said "you don't trust us as friends, he does"

"Look Shabbir, Kripa didn't want to--"

He was cut off "ok, we agree, but you told Laksh and josh"

"Ok, sorry guys"

"Ok, we forgive you this time, but tell us where Bhabi is, I'm curious to know who took your heart" Shabbir winked

Angad turned a shade of red "Call her Kripa, not Bhabi, she doesn't want the whole collage to know and the one with Anjali over there" he pointed towards Kripa "she is Kripa"

"She's looking hot today" Akshat mumbled

"Akshat" Angad warned "she's my wife so don't even think about it"

"Who's talking about Bhabi, I'm talking about Charu"

"Yeah, yeah, your always gazing at her, you never say anything"

Soon all the students left for there classes. Angad and kripa had the same class as they both had the same lessons, with the same schedule because of similar choice. Minakshi and charu were busy talking to kripa when manthan walked up to them with a few other boys behind him.

"Looking hot today" manthan commented as he touched Charu's shoulder

Akshat's hands fisted as Manthan flirted with the love of his life, which many were unknown to. Charu shrugged her shoulder and pushed his hand away "keep your hands to yourself"

"Whatever, no one wants to touch you either" he teased "wont you introduce me to the pretty lady" he asked

"Oh please leave her alone Manthan" Minakshi retorted "and move, we don't want to hear your nonsense"

"Fine, I'll take the initiative myself" he forward his hand "Hi I'm Manthan Virani"

"And I don't want to know" Kripa replied "now get lost"

"Oh, I see, we have another miss attitude"

"Manthan get lost" Angad spoke "no one wants to listen to your nonsense"

"No one was talking to you Angad, so butt out"

"and no one wants to talk to you, so just get lost"

"You ******, don't get in my way, I'll do what I want to"

"You cant treat Kripa the way you want to, understand" Angad said standing up

"Hey guys, Angad, who doesn't look around at a single girl is protecting this miss attitude" Manthan said sarcastically

"what's your problem?" Angad asked furiously

"I have no problem, but guys Angad is protecting a girl" he looked at Kripa evilly "Who is she to you that your protecting her so much?" he questioned

"She's my wi--" he paused "She's a family friend and I wont tolerate misbehaviour with anything related to my family"

"I don't care" Manthan replied "Do what you like, I'll do anything to--" he was interrupted by the entrance of the professor. He glared at Angad and took his seat to start the morning session.

The circle of friends had a habit of spending lunch times together in a near by park. Minakshi and Charu lead Kripa to the park, telling her about the group and there friendship.

Once they reached the park, Kripa looked around, taking in the beautiful scenery of the greenery and colourful flowers. She was interrupted by Anjali's voice "How was your first session?" Anjali asked

"It was great, nice place, but Angad was right about that boy, what's his name?"

"who Manthan" Anjali asked

"Yeah, him, He sweared at Angad, I mean he has no right to swear at anybody" she huffed angrily

"take my advice, ignore him, he's just jealous and wants his freaking personality to be accepted"

"True"

At the end of the day, when Kripa was leaving Minakshi informed "We're all going on a picnic this week end, your coming, Ok?"

"I wont be able to make it, my friends are coming from Delhi, there coming to see me on the weekend"

"Oh come Kripa" Charu moaned "you have to come, I want to know you better. Bring your friends along, They might just become part of us"

"I guess" she replied "I'll try my best"

"and it better be a yes" Minakshi warned and then laughed.

"How was your day today?" tulsi asked Kripa at he dinner table

"It was great, Angad and Anjali's friends are really nice" she replied with a smile

"Our exams are starting next week" Angad informed

Soon enough, everyone departed to there rooms. Kripa stayed back with tulsi, helping her clean the table up after a lot of persuasion.

When she went to her room, she found clothes scattered on the floor and bed. She sighed and starting picking the clothes up and folding them neatly, cursing Angad under her breath.

A few minutes later Angad walked out of the bathroom, whistling, wrapped in a towel, without realizing kripa's presence

"Angad" Kripa shrieked "where's your clothes?"

"Oh shit" he quickly grabbed a towel from the closet, covered his chest and walked back into the bathroom, peeping his head out.

"Angad, I live in this room as well" Kripa exclaimed "and what is this? Why is the room a mess again?"

"I thought you were downstairs" he replied

"and this mess?" she asked

"Oh, I couldn't find my night suit"

"god Angad, grow up, now get some clothes on and help me"

"Give me some clothes then" he shouted

"Fine" she gave him his night suit and handled it to him.

Later that night, Kripa and Angad sat on the couch doing there research projects. Soon Kripa started to doze off but her work wouldn't finish.

"Angad, I'm tired" she complained

"have you done your work?"

"No, I cant be bothered to"

"Tough luck, I've done it"

"Angad" she looked at him pleadingly "do my work for me, please"

"That's cheating Kripa"

"Please Angad, pretty please"

"don't give me that look"

She looked at him with puppy eyes "please Angad"

"Ok, but this the first and last time"

"thanks" she smiled and soon dozed off on his shoulder. He quietly lay her down and went to sleep after completing her research project.

Angad's eyes fluttered open with the sunlight penetrating through the thin new beige curtains. He rubbed his eyes, yawned and sat up. He caught sight of Kripa sleeping peacefully, looking adorable with her hair on her face and cute smile playing her lips.

Angad couldn't resist the temptation to stare at her. He knew his limits and he didn't want to upset Kripa in any way, so he picked his mobile phone up from the new oak furniture, walked up to her and clicked a picture.

Kripa's eyes quivered and she opened her eyes to find Angad in front of her pulling his hands to his back "what's wrong? Did you need something" she asked, sitting up.

"No, I came to wake you up"

"what's behind your back" she asked curiously

"nothing"

"Angad, don't lie to me, put your hand forward"

"Come on Kripa, its nothing"

"Then put your hands in front" He put his right hand in front of her "the other hand as well" he looked away and quickly dumped the mobile phone into his pocket and moved his hand forward. She looked at him enquiringly "what did you hide?" she asked

"nothing, if you want you can check" he answered standing; he knew she would never do such a thing.

"No, it's alright"

Minutes later, Kripa heard Angad shouting for her. "What is it? Why are shouting?" she asked outside the bathroom.

"I forgot my clothes outside"

"You mean you didn't even bother to take them out" she muttered. She chose a blue shirt with black jeans and handed it to him "here, don't forget them next time"

Angad smiled "I wont" and then he whispered "I will"

Kavya was late. He had never been late. Angad ad Anjali had a habit of waiting for Kavya and then going to university with him, but he was late and Anjali wasn't pleased at all.

Minutes later, he stepped in the house whistling, with his keys rolling on his finger.

"Kavya, you cow, your late, where were you?" Anjali fumed

"My car broke down, chill" he walked towards Angad and Kripa "sorry guys, my car was being a little stubborn"

"its alright" Kripa replied "come on now, we're already late"

"I guess, lets go" and they all walked out with an incensed Anjali

They were all late as expected but after a warning they were allowed in there classes. Angad and Kripa sat together through out the class, finding no other place and concentrated on there lesson. As the class ended, the professor left, leaving a few students behind who packed there books and pens. Manthan caught the remaining students attention with his loud voice "Hey guys, look over there" he pointed towards Angad and Kripa "the two love birds" some students howled and hooted, whilst some looked disgusted and left the room.

Angad and Kripa looked up stunned. Angad's hands fisted as he retorted "keep your mouth shut Manthan, mind your own business"

"Oh come on, why don't you just share your feeling with the class. I'm sure you'll have something interesting to tell us, umm, lets see like your first kiss or have you even kissed her?" A few boys hooted in laughter.

Kripa looked at Manthan disgusted "stop your nonsense" she spoke

He moved back, with his hands in front of his face "I'm scared" he said sarcastically" the same boys hooted in laughter again "looks like the lover's cant take anything against each other"

Angad caught kripa's hand "ignore him, let's go" Angad advised. Kripa nodded and followed behind him.

"Hmm, can't fight can you Angad" Manthan said sarcastically. Angad ignored him and walked forward with Kripa "Oh, I forgot, your not man enough to face me" Manthan added.

Angad turned around instantly, leaving kripa's hand and moved forward to hit Manthan "Manthan you better keep that mouth of your shut or--" he stopped midway when Kripa caught his hand.

"Angad lets go, please" she pleaded; he was about to reason her but her puppy dog eyes were enough for him. He caught her hand in his and walked out ignoring manthan's continuous comments and hooting.

Angad at on the grass gruffly, with Kripa and his other friends.

"Angad, it's over, ignore him, ok" Kripa spoke

"but Kripa he--"

"It doesn't matter Angad, I'm sure most of the students know what he's like. He wont be able to spread his rumour"

"Yeah Angad" josh patted him "if you want we'll go and sort him out now, He needs a beating"

"I don't want any violence" Kripa announced "no one is going to do anything, simply ignore him, pretend he's not there"

"Fine, as you say" Angad complied

The week went by quite fast. Kripa enjoyed her first week but the daily visit they got by Manthan wasn't joyful at all. He had spread rumours about Angad and kripa's affair but was rather unsuccessful with there friend by there side.

Angad was on the seventh heaven with Kripa in his life. He had become use to her. Without her he was a total mess. By now, he had five pictures of her in his mobile. When she was asleep he would take her picture, admiring her through out the day, whilst looking at his mobile screen.

It was a Saturday morning. As planned, the circle of friends were going for a picnic at Angad's farm house. It was a farm house but in name only, it didn't have any animals in reality. Kripa had requested them to go, she was waiting for her friends but there politely declined, reasoning they would only go when she went.

After waiting for two hours they came through the doors. Kripa embraced them happily, pulling them inside to introduce them to her family and friends.

Kripa introduced her friends to her new friends. Krishna tulsi and Aliyah went to university with Kripa in Delhi. There father's job was transferred to Mumbai so they moved. Kripa was happy within, it kept her a feel of her maternal family.

The huge circle of friends invited them to the picnic along with them. They were reluctant at first but agreed.

"so lets leave now" Minakshi said

"I'll come a little later" Kripa announced

"but Kripa you--"

Angad was cut off "Oh come on Angad, I'll come after a while, I promise"

"I'm staying with you then" he argued

"no" she answered "you go enjoy, I'll be there in a while"

"Kripa, you still don't know your way around, I'm staying and that's final, no arguments"

She sighed "fine, do what you want"

The friends giggled and left, informing them. They promised to be there in an hour, but Kripa was unwilling.

"Kripa, hurry up and be ready. We're leaving in fifteen minutes" Angad announced

"do I have to?"

"If you don't, then I wont"

"Oh come on Angad, I just don't feel like it"

"then I don't"

"fine, go and call Karan and Nandini Bhabi. You should invite them as"

"Oh please, Karan bhaiya just acts so old sometimes"

"do as I say Angad and he's your bigger brother, have some respect" she looked at him "please?" she pleaded

"Ok, fine, you wont listen to me otherwise"

She nodded her head happily "now hurry up, Nandini Bhabi will like it for a change" Kripa mumbled

Minutes later Kripa descended down the stairs in a fitting salwar kameez. She looked around and found Angad in front of her. "Where's Bhai and Bhabi"? She asked

"They don't want to come"

She sighed "I'll go and call them, you don't even know how to talk to anyone properly" she turned back to ascend the stairs whilst Angad called "Kripa leave them, come on Kripa" but she was in no mood of listening to a no.

"Bhabi, why aren't you and Bhai coming with us?"

"Where?" Nandini asked confused

"the picnic at the farm house"

"Oh, we weren't told" she answered

"But Angad just came and he said you refused"

"Angad didn't come" Karan said

"Ok, forget that, your coming and that's final"

"but--"

"no buts, You've got fifteen minutes"

Nandini smiled "ok, we'll be down in a while"

"Stupid, idiot, cow" Kripa hit Angad on his arm "you didn't even call them"

"Come on Kripa, what would they do there anyway?"

"You are so bad" she hit him again "there coming in a while and you are going to apologize"

His face fell "fine"

"Kripa, how did you manage to persuade Bhai and Bhabi? when ever we ask, they never come" Anjali asked

"No one can refuse me" she said cutely

"true" Karan said and pinched her cheek "my baby sister is just too cute" he gave a side hug.

"And what about me?" Anjali complained

"you're my naughty baby sister" he teased

"Bhai" she whined "When ever Angad Bhai calls you, you never came"

"that's because Angad never called them" Kripa answered

"Kripa, why are you telling everyone?" Angad protested

"you deserve it" she said cheekily "anyways guys, what do you want to do? Just sit here"

"well, we could just know more about you" Charu said pulling Kripa along with her for a conversation.

They all talked but got bored so they decided to play spin the bottle. They sat in a huge circle and after they were settled, Angad spun the bottle.

It pointed toward Nandini first. Anjali sat opposite Nandini so she dared Nandini "Bhabi, kiss Karan bhaiya"

"Anjali" Nandini flushed "have some shame"

"Bhabi, you have shame, I said kiss him, now that's up to you where?" Anjali teased

Nandini shook her head and kissed Karan on his stubble cheek. Everyone howled as Karan and Nandini flushed in embarrassment. This time she spun the bottle and it pointed towards Bhoomi who sat opposite Shabbir.

"Don't ask me anything stupid?" she warned

"well stupidly suits stupid people" Laksh said sarcastically "ok, sorry, bad joke" he said after watching her glare at him.

"Ok, umm, who do you like and why?" Shabbir asked

"that's personal" she protested

"nothings personal in this circle so spill" Laksh said once again

"Manthan" she heaved as everyone stared at her dumbfounded

"don't you think you've chosen he wrong person?" Kripa asked

"what a choice" Akshat commented

"It couldn't be better" Pia replied

"Ok, ok guys, I told you that you wouldn't want to know" Bhoomi spoke

"now we're in the game, so lets continue, why Bhoomi?" Minakshi asked

" His attitude, very manly" she replied

"huh, what a reason" Akshat stated

"Guys, carry on" Anjali said, trying to avoid an argument

Bhoomi spun the bottle and it landed on Kavya. He looked in front of him to find Kripa "ok, Kripa, what do I do?"

"Nothing, just answer my question"

"which is?"

"why do you fight with Anjali so much?"

"Kripa" Anjali moaned

"chill Anju" josh spoke "it's a game and he has to answer it now"

"because I love to" Kavya answered, shortly

"and why do you love to?" Kripa asked

"Hey, I'm only supposed to be asked one question" he complained

"so, it doesn't matter" Anjali answered

"no one told you to interrupt"

"But I have right to; the questions about me"

"no you don't, I was asked"

"so, It was about me, my name was used"

"Here we go again" Charu mumbled

"shut up both of you" Angad shouted

"It was him, he started it" Anjali pointed

"you never admit your mistakes"

"Oh shut up, no one asked you" Anjali retorted

"well I--"

"Shut up" everyone shouted together. They apologized reluctantly and carried on with the game. Kavya spun the bottle and it landed on Angad. Laksh looked at him mischievously as ideas spun around his head.

Laksh stood up and walked to Angad. Everyone looked at him strangely but he bent down and whispered something into his ear.

"Are you mad?" Angad whispered back "I'm not doing it"

"Come on Angad, you know how to swim, don't you"

"yeah but--"

He was interrupted by kripa's voice "Laksh, what are you whispering, tell us"

"Come on Bhabi, all the fun will go down the drain" he answered

"But I'm not doing it" Angad declined

"Oh come on Angad, do what he says, break the suspense" Kripa spoke

"are you sure?" he asked

"Why would I be unsure" she answered, confused

"Because he told me to--"

He was cut off "no telling Angad " Laksh warned

"Just do it" Kripa said carelessly

"as you say" He stood up and walked to Kripa. She looked at him curiously and immediately stood up to run from the situation but Angad scooped her in his arms.

Everyone hooted and howled, whilst Angad carried his petite wife towards the swimming pool. "Angad, what are you doing? Let me go" Kripa ordered. Once she noticed the pool she looked at Angad horrified "you won't, come on Angad, you cant do this to me" she held him tightly in fear "please, I'm scared, you know it"

"sorry" he wrinkled his nose "I wont let you stay there for long" and he dropped her in the pool. Her tight grip loosened from fear and she fell into the blue pool water. As soon as he dropped her, he dived in himself and took her into his arms.

Kripa hit his chest with her wet fisted hands whilst he tried his best to stop her "You donkey, monkey, idiot" she hit him again "you know I was scared"

"I'm sorry, But I saved you as well"

"Ugh, I hate you"

"I love you too" and he led her to the pool side. Minakshi and Charu helped Kripa out, whilst Angad climbed out of the pool himself, both soaked to skin.

Kripa walked towards Laksh and asked "what's wrong with you, your always sending me into water some way or the other"

"sorry Bhabi" he caught his ears

She looked at him angrily "you said that last time"

"please Bhabi, forgive me, It was a joke"

She smiled "last time"

"thanks"

"I guess game over" Anjali announced "lets go inside, its getting cold out here"

Meanwhile Angad took Kripa upstairs to one of the rooms decorated with beautiful pine furniture. He showed her Anjali's wardrobe and instructed "These are Anju's clothes, select one of them and change"

She opened the wardrobe "Angad, doesn't she have any longer clothes?" she asked looking through the collection of western skirts and tops, along with dresses.

"Come on Kripa, there's no other choice, wear the longest one"

"I guess" she sighed and selected a white knee length dress with straps

Angad took his own spare jeans and shirt from the cupboard and informed "you change here, I'll change in the other room" he walked towards the door and pulled the knob but it didn't open. He tried again but failed "now what's wrong with this" he muttered and tried again.

"What's wrong?" Kripa asked

the door's not opening"

"try harder"

"I am" he pulled harder, with all his force but instead of the door opening the door knob broke.

"Angad, what have you done?" Kripa looked horrified

He scratched his head "you told me to try harder"

"not so hard that you broke the knob" she exclaimed

He sighed "sorry, now give me your phone, I'll call someone to open the door from outside"

"Where's your phone?" she asked

"I left it in the car"

She sat on the bed "great, my phone's n my purse which is in your car"

"Oh god" he slapped his forehead "now what do we do?"

Pyaar
Part Twelve

Kripa looked around and said "call for them, I'm sure they'll hear you"

"no, it wont work, the walls are made of thick wood, which reflects voice back, it's sound proof, so it echoes"

Kripa bought her knees to her chest, hugging herself "I'm cold" she complained

"Change your clothes, you'll feel better"

"I can't" she looked around "the room's locked and there's no bathroom or toilet here"

He slapped his forehead in frustration "Everything bad happens at the same time" he muttered

He looked back at Kripa when she sneezed. She sneezed again and repeated the sequence, hugging herself close

"Kripa, change your clothes, it will make you feel better, otherwise you'll catch a cold"

"But Angad--"

"I'll turn around, is that fine?"

"I guess"

Angad turned around, whilst Kripa changed into a fresh pair of clothes. He himself was freezing but said nothing.

Meanwhile, downstairs, Karan asked "Where are Kripa and Angad? Its been a while they've gone"

"Bhaiya, there newly married, they probably want to spend some time together" Laksh suggested

"your right Laksh" Kavya said walking in "Angad was wanting to spend time with Kripa, so he wont be in sight for a while and they might be late"

"I guess" Karan said "let's go, I'm sure Angad and Kripa can come home themselves. He's got his car"

"Yeah, it will give them time to spend" josh added

Soon the cars were loaded again and everyone left giving Angad and Kripa privacy.

Angad stood with his back facing Kripa as she stripped and changed into the knee length white dress.

"Kripa, are you done?" Angad asked

"wait a minute"

After a few more minutes Angad asked again "are you done?"

"no Angad, just a minute more"

"god Kripa, it doesn't take that long to change"

"what shall I do? The zip isn't going up"

"Oh come on Kripa" he tuned around without realizing, to find kripa's bare back exposed to his manly eyes. Her frail hands were at her lower back, as she tried to pull the zip upwards.

He looked at her flawless skin, desiring to touch it, to kiss it. He walked towards her, his eyes still stuck on her creamy white skin. She was still fiddling with the zip when he held her arms. She shrieked as he pushed her to the wall.

"Angad, what are you doing?" she asked. He hushed her "but you, Angad please" Before she knew it, He turned her around, pulling her closer with his hands travelling on her bare waist. Kripa looked into his eyes pleadingly "Angad" she stuttered "please stop before you regret it"

"I wont" he whispered as his cold hands travelled on her back, sending a current through her spine.

"Angad" she tried pushing him with her hands on his chest "please, what's wrong with you?" she asked tearfully

"nothing" he whispered as his hands ventured to her lower back. She closed her eyes tightly as tears threatened to spill.

"Angad you promised" she whispered "you promised not to touch me without my permission"

"I won't break the promise" he whispered back as his fingers finally caught hold of her zipper. His hands moved upwards as Kripa realized he had zipped her dress for her "and, you were saying" he whispered

She looked away, suddenly embarrassed "I'm, I'm sorry" They stood staring at each other lost in a different world.

"Karan, where are Angad and Kripa? It's almost ten" tulsi asked worried

"Mom, I told you what Kavya told me"

"I know, but it's too late. Please go and get them, it will be better, no ones picking there phone up as well"

"as you say mom" Karan obeyed and picked his keys up to bring them home.

Angad had changed in to a fresh pair of jeans and shirt, whilst Kripa turned around for him. Both called, shouted many times but there was no response. Angad looked outside the small window and figured everyone had left without them, but why would they leave without them?

"What's wrong?" Kripa asked

"They left without us?"

"what, but how will we get out of this place?" she panicked and walked towards him

"I'll figure something" he answered as he turned to her

Suddenly the lights went out. A frightened Kripa looked around in panic and asked "what happened?"

"I don't know" the electricity doesn't go in this place, I think there must have been a disconnection in the wires" he looked outside the window to find heaps of rain "actually, its raining and something must have gone wrong"

Kripa caught onto his hand "I'm scared" she mumbled, looking around terrified.

Angad took her into his arms "Oh come on Kripa, I'm with you"

Suddenly Lightening struck. Kripa held onto Angad's shirt tighter, burying her face in his chest as he gazed at her intently, emotions taking over. He felt the strange comfort she gave him in his arms, whist his eyes just stared at her innocent face. He closed his eyes to feel the perfection of the moment, whilst she closed it in fear and clung to him like a vine.

Minutes later, Angad cupped her face with his large hands, whilst she slowly opened her eyes feeling the intense atmosphere. She was lost in his drugged eyes, feeling a tingling sensation as one hand slid on her waist, bringing her closer by the minute.

His other hand slid down her shoulders, brushing her arms and held onto her waist. Slowly kripa's hands slid up his chest cupping his nape, whilst the other hand caressed his tousled hair.

They covered the distance in between them, leaving there lips inches apart. Kripa's throat dried as her head ascended to receive the lustful kiss, whilst Angad was simply dazed as his lips moved to touch hers.

The lights came back just as there lips brushed. They parted at once, turning around, as an uncomfortable silence covered them. Flashes of the past minutes passed before there eyes as they tried hard to calm the pulsing desire and uncomfortable atmosphere. All they prayed was that something would happen and they could just vanish from the face of earth.

There prayers were answered as soon as Karan pushed through the door. Angad turned towards Karan at once, thanking god his prayers were answered "thank god Bhai, I thought this door would never open, we've been waiting for ages" Angad glanced at a flushed Kripa.

"But Kavya said you were staying here. You had told him yourself"

"when?" he asked confused

"I don't know. Kavya told me. How did this door lock, you cant lock it without the keys"

Angad's hands fisted "I know, Oh I'm going to kill them" he muttered "Bhai, lets go home, I'm hungry"

"Ok, come on Kripa, I'm sure your hungry as well" and they left silently following Karan. Kripa sat with Karan, whilst Angad drove home in his car.

The sudden situation, the proximity, the closeness bought an awkwardness in there relationship.

They were both suddenly uncomfortable with each other and avoiding each other. As soon as they finished dinner, Kripa escaped to the bathroom, whilst Angad quickly changed in the room and lay on the couch, closing his eyes soon falling in a peaceful slumber.

When Kripa came out of the bathroom, she had changed in to her pink pyjamas. She smiled when she saw Angad asleep on the couch. She walked forward and kissed his forehead. It was the moment she realized her attraction towards the man who married her to save her from humiliation, who loved her dearly.

The exams had started and being the study minded students they were they studied which helped Angad and Kripa to avoid each other as much as possible. To kripa's surprise Manthan also studied, she was stunned, but shook it off, at least he was bothered about something.

It had been almost two and a half weeks they hadn't talked. They were distant after the incident and within were upset about it. They wanted to avoid each other from shame but at the same time were irritated by the other's behaviour.

Angad took the initiative to talk to her first. He knew she would never take the first step. She may be bubbly and cheerful but was very hesitant at times.

He watched her walk out of the bathroom, avoiding his eyes, looking absolutely beautiful with the blue and turquoise salwar suit. She took the brush in her hands and settling her book on the dresser, revised whilst brushing her thick long hair.

"Kripa" he called in his deep husky voice. It had been almost three weeks she heard her name from his mouth. It sounded so sweet. She pressed her lips together to suppress a smile "I wanted to talk to you" he hesitated

"Go ahead" she said quietly

"Whatever happened at the farm house that day" he looked down ashamed "I'm really sorry for that" he looked up "I forgot my limits, my promise" he whispered "I shouldn't have"

She looked away embarrassed herself "Its alright" her eyes lowered "it wasn't only your fault" she looked up into his eyes "it was me too"

"It wasn't Kripa" he protested "it was my fault, I should have controlled myself"

"no Angad, why are you taking all the blame, it was me as well. I accept it"

"it was me Kripa"

"No, it was me"

"me" he argued

"me" she retorted

"that's it" he said "no more arguing, it was me" he announced

She pouted "no, it was me, actually we both were at fault, so we're both equal, there you go" she replied stubbornly

"ok, ok" he agreed "it was both of us, happy?" he asked she nodded her head with a smile "now listen to me, please don't keep this silence. I can't live with it. Please forgive me and talk. Fight with me, shout at me, be stubborn but please don't stay silent, it kills me"

She giggled innocently after listening to his small speech "do you like fighting with me?" she asked innocently

"Yeah" he smirked "after all how can you tell Mrs Kripa Angad Khanna is even in the room without fighting" he teased

"Just because I'm talking to you it doesn't mean you tease me" she said angrily

"Ok ma'am" he held his ears "now lets go, after all its our last exam, then we'll go out somewhere"

"well, if you don't remember, let me remind you. The professor has an announcement to make after the exam"

"I know. He wont take all day for an announcement now, will he?" he asked with raised brows

"and we have to meet up with the group"

"actually, I was thinking that we could go out alone" he looked at her hesitantly "I mean, only us two, not the others"

She turned away, embarrassed and shy to an extent "umm, ok, I don't mind" she said pushing her hair behind her ear.

He looked at her and smiled. Just pushing her hair from her face made her look so lovable and innocent.

Kripa and Angad walked down the stairs with smiles, the atmosphere was almost the same downstairs, but they were stunned to see Anjali and Kavya sitting down, having a decent conversation, rather screaming there throats out, till there lungs hurt. Anjali was smiling, whilst Kavya continued joking. What was wrong with them? They thought and walked towards them.

Angad cleared his throat. They looked up as if they didn't like the interruption "are you two alright?" he asked

"yeah, we're totally fine" Anjali answered confused

"Are you sure?" Kripa asked touching her forehead

"Of course" she pushed her hand away "what's wrong?"

"Come on Kripa" Angad held her hand and took her to the stairs "we're definitely dreaming"

"Angad" she scolded and released her hand

"Bhai, I think there's something wrong with you?" Anjali said

"no, its you, how is this place so quiet, so peaceful with you? Why aren't you fighting?"

She smiled "well, it's not right to fight all the time now, is it?"

He scratched his head "I guess"

Kripa pulled his hand "lets go, otherwise we'll miss the exam"

They all gave there exams, hoping for the best. After two hours in an exam, they sat there waiting for the professor to come and announce what he was going to.

"Ok student's" he started "settle down" Once everyone was quite, he announced "Well since you have shown great progress and improvement in studies, the staff have decide to reward you" he looked at them pleased "We have arranged a tour of Europe of two weeks" students shouted in excitement, hooting "who ever is willing to go has to give there passports in tomorrow so we can sort out the trip and the cost is on the campus" he smiled as the students hooted again "After that, you'll have the last week left for collage. On that Monday, results will be put on the plasma TV, near the reception; on a Tuesday you have a special celebrity coming to lecture you. On a Wednesday, like always the university carnival will take place. We need participants, if your willing go to the hall on the east wing. Thursday is your graduation and finally on a Friday is the prom night and your farewell to university"

Slowly, students started to leave one by one. Angad walked beside Kripa and asked "will you perform?"

"You must be joking. I be damn nervous being centre of attention"

"please"

"no"

"come on Kripa, you were the centre of attention when we were married as well and you should listen to friends"

"Angad I don't--"

"pretty please, I'll give you a treat if you agree"

"no bribery Angad. I'll go to the auditions but if I puke or do something stupid, I'm not doing it"

"I'll make sure you do it" he smiled and took her hand, rushing her to the hall at the east wing. They entered there names for the auditions and were tested. Many people were selected and they were from those many. Kripa didn't want to accept it but Angad's puppy dog eyes were enough for her.

They spent the whole afternoon together. He took her to new places around Mumbai, showing her around. The circle of friends noticed but ignored it, after all there were married but Kavya and Anjali were acting strange. Why were they talking so sweetly?

"Angad" Kripa called

"Hmm" he looked up from his book "what's wrong?"

"actually, I wanted to discuss something"

"go ahead"

"today Kavya and Anjali, I mean"

"I know" he put his book down and sat next to her on the bed "it was weird how there so sweet with each other"

he looked at him "why don't you find out from Kavya, I'll try with Anju"

He scrunched his nose "I doubt we will find out, but I'll try"

She looked away "yeah, I guess" she got up "Go to sleep, goodnight"

"goodnight" he smiled as he watched her lay on the couch and dose off into a peaceful slumber.

Kripa and Angad had to visit the university for extra hours to practice for the carnival. Anjali spent most of her time on the phone at home, forgetting everyone around her.

On a Friday they were let off early. As Angad drove the car Kripa starting moaning about shopping. She hadn't shopped at all, she was busy with rehearsals and there was only three days to go for there tour.

"Angad, pretty please, I really want to go shopping"

"no" he answered

"pretty please with a cherry on top, please" she pleaded

"Its not going to work"

"please Angad, I really need to go"

"no Kripa, your going to end up getting tired and then I'll have to carry the bags"

"Angad please, don't be selfish"

"I said no"

"if you don't take me then I wont talk to you"

"fine, I don't care" She glared at him, pouted and turned the other way. Angad smiled at her stubborn behavior. He knew she would end up talking to him; she always did so he ignored her and drove home.

"Kripa" Angad shouted from the bathroom "Kripa" he shouted again and repeatedly screamed her name "Kripa where are you?"

Kripa sat on her bed, leaning against the headboard of the bed. She ignored his calls and continued reading a novel, being stubborn, not wanting to talk to him for his refusal.

After calling Kripa for many minutes, Angad assumed she wasn't in the room. He carefully wrapped the blue towel around his waist and tucked it in loosely. He walked out of the bathroom casually, without glancing at the bed once. He opened the cupboard, pulled a pair of jeans and a black shirt out. He walked to the door, locked it and then turning around he threw his clothes on the bed and gasped then muttered "Oh shit" He caught sight of Kripa who was engrossed in her novel.

She looked up when he muttered under his breath and realized his presence. She ignored him again and looked back into her book "Kripa, I called you so many times, why didn't you answer?" he questioned, but it went in vain "I'm talking to you" there was still no response "answer me"

Kripa glanced at him, picked her phone up and sent him a message ' wear your clothes first, otherwise the way your towel is hanging, it will fall' His phone vibrated and he received the message. Embarrassed, he caught onto his towel tightly and grabbing his clothes rushed into the bathroom.

Kripa giggled after he left for the bathroom. She picked her mobile again and sent him another message.

Angad walked out oft he bathroom fully clothed and said "you could have said it instead of messaging" he looked at her when she didn't reply "Kripa what's wrong?"

He heard his phone buzz and picked it up to read the new message 'By the way, I'm still not talking to you'

He looked at her unbelievingly "Oh god, your still thinking about that. Come on, stop being stubborn" he sat next to her "I'm not in the mood today, we'll go tomorrow"

He watched her pick her phone up again and read the message as soon as his phone started to vibrate 'fine, we'll talk tomorrow as well'

He sighed. Her stubbornness was just as much as her beauty. "Ok, you've got ten minutes to be ready and I get to choose your clothes when we shop"

She dropped her book and hugged Angad, kissing his cheek "thank you so much"

"Your welcomed" he replied with a smile "now hurry up or I might just change my mind"

"and if you do then you'll cope with my anger" she retorted

"Oh please" he rolled his eyes "hurry up"

"Angad, where's Anju?" Kripa asked as she placed her purse on her shoulder.

"In her room"

"call her, let's go with her and invite Kavya along as well"

"but Kripa"

He was cut off "do as I say"

"Fine" he muttered under his breath, called and informed Anjali and Kavya. The three of them met up with Kavya at the mall. Kripa and Angad still couldn't accept the fact that Kavya and Anjali were talking so politely. What happened all of a sudden?

"Angad" Kripa whispered "why don't they tell us what happened?"

"How do I know?"

She hit his head "give a proper answer for once"

He rubbed his head "fine, that doesn't mean you hit me" he complained, whilst Kripa simply rolled her eyes.

"I have an idea, You go with Kavya, I'll take Anju with me and then we'll try and see if they speak up" she spoke

"no, bad idea" Angad replied, she looked him confused "well, let me remind you, I'm choosing your clothes"

"what's wrong with my choice?" she whined

"nothing, but we're going to Europe, so for god sake buy some western clothes, I'm not letting you take any of your Asian suits"

"I'll take them and I don't care" she glared at him when he giggled "your so rude"

"why, thank you" he walked towards Anjali "give me a minute"

"Anju, you go shopping with Kripa, I'll go with Kavya"

"why cant we just go together"

"well, I want to talk to him and before you ask, its none of your business, its between me and him"

"fine" she pouted

"Oh and please make sure Kripa doesn't buy any Asian clothes, your going to help her buy western"

"why?"

"you ask too many questions Anju, but please make sure its western, no Asian permitted, ok"

She sighed "fine, have fun guys, see you later" and she walked towards Kripa

"Kavya, can I ask you something?" Angad asked, looking for a shirt

"go ahead"

He looked up "promise you'll tell the truth"

"speak up Angad"

"what's going on in between you and Anju?"

"nothing" he stuttered

"don't lie Kavya"

"really Angad, its nothing" he looked towards Angad "we just thought that fighting wont get us anywhere so we thought not to cause others trouble"

"trouble, your behavior right now is more than trouble and everyone is suspicious"

"Angad, its seriously nothing"

"sure"

"yeah and if there is something you'll be the first one to know"

"is that a promise"

Kavya smiled "yeah, its a promise"

Meanwhile, Kripa tried the same with Anjali but got the same response "promise me I'll be the first one to know if there's something like that"

"fine, promise, now can we shop"

"of course" she walked towards the left

Anjali pulled her back "where do you think your going?"

"duh" she tapped her head "to buy clothes"

"Yes and that's Asian clothes, Bhai said no Asian clothes"

"Oh come on Anju, don't be like Angad"

"I'm not, I agree with Bhai, wear some western clothes, nothing will happen and they suit you"

"Oh god" Kripa muttered "please Anju"

"no, lets go" she dragged Kripa towards the western section and helped her choose a few out.

Minutes later she pointed towards a burgundy night dress. It was mid thigh level and the neck was round and low, with black lace "Look at that"

"what am I meant to do looking at it?" Kripa asked confused

"lets go and get it, It'll help you to impress Bhai in the nights" Anjali said naughtily

Kripa's cheeks turned a shade of pink "Anju" she whined

Anjali hooted "aww, look at you, you've gone red like a tomato"

"shut up Anju" Kripa whacked her arm

"come on" Anjali pulled her hand "lets go ad get it"

"no" Kripa replied pulling back

"please, otherwise I'll broke my promise" she blackmailed

"Anju, you cant do that"

"I can" she said with a raised brow

"fine" she pulled her hand "lets go"

Pyaar
Part Thirteen

The day the circle of friends had been waiting for came. They were all setting off for there two week tour of Europe. Everyone was equally excited, some were excited for the reasons of spending time with there beloved whilst some were simply excited for the tour.

Everyone arrived at the airport four hours before as instructed but Minakshi and josh seemed to take a little longer. There were two hours left for the flight to take off "where are they? What's taking so long?" Kripa asked concerned

"I can guess" Laksh said mischievously

"what" Krishna tulsi asked

"obviously, there routine romance and all"

"eww, so typical" Rano commented

"hmm, lets order something" Kavya suggested "I'm hungry"

"I guess" Angad said. They all ordered hot or cold drinks for themselves and continued there conversation casualty's "so, anyone been to UK before?" Angad asked

"yeah, me and Rano went for a friends wedding" Kripa replied

"really, how come I don't know about it?" he complained

"well, because its not important and it was so boring at the wedding there was no spirit in it"

"what else could be expected" Angad commented "boring people find everything boring"

"Angad" she whined loudly as everyone laughed at her childish behaviour

"what?" he asked "what did I say?" he asked innocently

"forget it" she turned away "I don't want to talk to you"

"then talk to me" she heard Manthan say. She turned back to see him approaching her "if not talk, I'm sure there's a lot more we can do" he smirked

"Manthan, your not invited, so get lost" Angad sat with gritted teeth

"just leave us alone" Kripa said "I'd rather go to hell than keep you company"

"whatever"

"yeah, that's the only word you use, whatever to avoid embarrassment" Kripa said as a matter of fact.

"mind your language" Manthan said angrily "otherwise you'll regret it

"I wont because you deserve it, now get lost, no one want you here"

"you heard what she said Manthan " Angad said "get lost"

"yeah, your very much unwelcomed" Anjali added

"Oh shut up Anjali, no one was talking to you"

"I said get lost, not stand here, move" Kripa ordered

"whatever, why waste time on you losers anyways"

"you mean the winners, now go" Kavya shouted "get lost loser"

Manthan walked away flustered from humiliation, whilst the group laughed "where the hell are josh and Minakshi, its been so long?" Angad said

"mention the name of the devils and here they are" Kavya said

"what took you so long?" Akshat questioned

"Oh, umm, the tire was punctured" she answered

"you sure" Charu asked naughtily "or was it something else"

"Charu" she whined "shut up"

Everyone laughed "sit down" Kripa said

As soon as they were seated there flight was announced "Passengers flying to the United kingdom through British airways on flight number ba234 please go to gate twelve"

"get up guys, you wont get to sit until we're in the plane" Angad stated, whilst they walked towards there departure gate.

Kavya and Anjali sat together in the flight to Anjali's misfortune "so how's it going?" Kavya asked with a playful grin

"you know what, you like me that's why your doing all this so you can just get close to me"

"really?" he asked with raised brows

"obviously, that's why you gave me that stupid challenge"

"hmm" he looked at her "but it seems to me that you're the one who wants to be with me, not me with you"

"what rubbish, why the hell would I--" she was cut off

"no shouting Anjali, you'll lose the challenge if you shout"

She glared at him "impossible, I'm going to sleep, don't disturb"

"I wouldn't in a million years, you look better when your quiet"

"whatever" and she turned the other side

On the other hand to Angad fortune, he sat next to his lovely wife, Kripa. When the flight started, Angad caught onto her small hands. Kripa looked at him strangely and asked "what are you doing? Leave my hand"

"I'm holding your hand from fright" he replied. she giggled "what's so funny?" he asked

"you're scared of flying" she stated

"excuse me" he said looking offended

"you are excused" she replied

"god" he slapped his forehead "I'm not holding it because I'm scared I'm holding it because you might be scared"

"me" she pointed at herself "and scared to fly, come on, I've been on a flight with you before, I wasn't scared then"

"well, you were too busy crying to care" he answered

She hit him playfully "I'm not baby to be scared of a flight"

"so your not scared?" he asked

"of course not, there is nothing to be scared of"

"but Anju says that many girls are scared, remember when we went shopping. She said it then"

"Oh Angad" she pinched his cheek "your so cute" he looked at her weirdly "she was being sarcastic" he looked away embarrassed "normally girls only do it to get close enough to there boyfriend or husband and all"

"and if a boy does it to a girl, then?" he asked

"well then it's-- hang on, what do you mean?"

"I'm just asking randomly?"

"Yeah right" and they continued with there small debates in the flight.

Laksh and Krishna tulsi sat together but hesitantly spoke, there was an unknown attraction between the two, whilst Shabbir was simply bored to his wits listening to Rano. Whilst josh and Minakshi as always were on there romantic hypes. Akshat simply struggled, having an inner battle with himself, whilst Charu just blabbered on something, with Pia and Bhoomi as always busy in there girl talks.

The students arrived at Heathrow airport, at London and there professor arranged a mini bus to collect them. The mini bus collected them and dropped them off to crown hotel.

The students were greeted by there professor at the hotel lobby "How was your flight?" he asked

Some hooted, whilst some simply replied "great"

"Quieten down, there's other guests here" once they were settled he at once announced lifting key cards in his hands "Up to forty rooms were booked but--" suddenly the students rushed to him, taking there key cards, leaving behind the circle of friends dumbfounded "I guess the but is for you" he announced

"what's wrong sir?" Angad asked

"we're short three rooms, there was a misunderstanding with the bookings so you can decide amongst your self who is going to share what room" he handed the key cards to josh " I'll see you next in Paris, I'll be setting off" and he left leaving the group just staring at him

They looked at each other to find a solution when Anjali spoke "well, who's willing to share?"

"umm, me and Bhoomi will be fine" Pia announced

"Ok, one sorted, we can have the boys sharing one" Charu suggested

"I'm ready to share" Akshat said "who wants to share"

"not me" josh said

"what else was expected" Shabbir said "I'll share"

"ok, so one room left"

"I don't mind me and Minakshi" josh suggested

Everyone looked at him disgusted "josh, keep your limits" Minakshi warned

"god, you lot are thinking as if its the most difficult decision" Laksh said

"well, why don't you tell us Einstein" Kavya retorted

"well, Angad and Kripa can share a room, there married"

"yeah" everyone agreed

"but--" Kripa protested

"Kripa, understand the situation" Laksh requested

"fine, but what if someone gets to know"

"no one will, you guys can take the room on the top floor, no one is staying there supposedly, except for us" josh said looking at the card.

"ok, so the problems solved, now can we go to our rooms, I'm tired" Angad said, stretching his arms

"yeah, we'll meet here, sharp at five, ok" josh said

"ok" and they all left for there rooms.

"So, where do we go?" Angad asked

"well, I was thinking the we could be smaller" josh suggested "I mean, cant we go in pairs for tonight and then we'll go as a group tomorrow"

"fine with me" Angad announced, the group nodded in agreement

"so its josh with--"

"Minakshi" he spoke

"I thought so" everyone giggled "ok, so Kavya with--"

"Anjali" Angad interrupted

"stop interrupting" Kripa said "ok so Kavya and Anjali"

"cant I go with someone else?" she asked

"what's the harm Anju?" Angad asked "you two are friends now anyways"

"Charu with, umm Akshat"

"yeah, I'm fine with it" Charu said, with Akshat nodding in agreement

"ok, so Laksh, who do you want to go with?"

"Me and Kt"

"what about me?" Shabbir complained

"well, you've got a few choices, me, Rano, Pia, Bhoomi and Angad"

"I'm not included" Angad said "I'll go with whoever is left at the end"

"ok, so the other four choices, Shabbir"

"well, definitely not Bhoomi and Pia" he was hit in response "god" he said rubbing his head

Kripa giggled "so that leaves you with me and Rano"

"fine, you" he said, Angad glared at him "I mean, Rano is a better idea"

She raised her brow but agreed "so Pia, who you going with?"

"me and Bhoomi will hang out" she decided

"Ok, so lets leave" everyone left leaving Kripa and Angad behind "Oh god, I'm left with you"

"cope with it" he grinned and stood "many girls would die knowing there going out with someone as hot as me" he teased

"yeah right, me and lucky, please" and she walked forward, leaving Angad all smiles.

Kavya and Anjali were strolling near the river tames in silence, when Anjali spoke "Kavya, when the hell is this challenge going to finish?"

"why, are you scared already"

"answer my question" she said ignoring his statement

"first answer mine"

"answer the question"

"fine, it depends, maybe a week, maybe a month or maybe a year or it could just be forever"

"well if its not over by this weekend then I don't care, I'm breaking the challenge"

"you are really looking forward to losing aren't you?"

"Please, this is just some annoying old challenge" and she walked faster to avoid him

Laksh and Krishna tulsi were walking around the millennium dome "so, how is London so far?"

"we just started looking around"

"sorry, just breaking the ice, I'm not a quiet person"

"I'm not my self"

"your so quiet in the group"

"well, there is still an hesitance, I mean I still don't feel so comfortable speaking so openly"

"why be shy, we're all friends" he smiled

"yeah, but it takes time"

He smiled "take your time but never break the bond"

Shabbir was really annoyed, he really didn't want to go with Rano but Angad's glare was enough for him. "so Rano, what do you want to after university"

"I'm planning on starting my own business"

"business, that's so boring"

"well, as everyone says, I am boring"

"who said that" he said feeling guilty

"no need to hide it Shabbir, I know your probably bored, only because Angad wanted to spend some time with his wife you're stuck with me"

"no, I didn't mean that"

"it doesn't matter Shabbir, your not the first one saying it" he looked away embarrassed

Josh and Minakshi were strolling in a park but to josh's misfortune, they met up with Pia and Bhoomi, which didn't give him the privacy he was wanting. Whilst Akshat simply struggled to tell Charu his feelings.

Angad and Kripa were roaming around in London city centre. Kripa enjoyed herself to the fullest, shopping, discovering the modern creations, whilst Angad simply followed bored and tired holding her bags.

After convincing Kripa, Angad took her to the London eye. The London eye was a little too slow for both of them and they sat down fed up.

"Angad, how long is this thing going to take? Kripa moaned

"I'm waiting for it to finish myself"

"I'm freezing up here" she complained

"where's your coat?" he asked looking here and there

"with the bags"

He looked horrified "and where's the bags?"

"I left it in the rented car"

He sighed "thank god, I thought you just left it in the middle of no where"

"yeah right, I'm not irresponsible"

"Oh, I thought you were" he joked

"I hate you" she growled

"I love you too, sweetheart" she stuck her tongue out at him "your so cute" he pinched her cheek "but I seriously don't know how your family handled you before our marriage, your so stubborn"

"please, I'm not stubborn, my family loved me"

"yeah right"

"they did, I would tease Adi and then everyone would side with me"

"poor Adi"

"I miss him" she said suddenly emotional

"Oh, please, give him a break, he must have thanked god you went" he teased to lighten he atmosphere. She hit him playfully and they laughed at there own childish behaviour.

In the evening everyone gathered in Angad and kripa's room. Soon everyone started to feel sleepy and slowly drifted out the room to there respective beds.

"Kavya" Angad called before he left

"yeah"

"stay back, we want to talk to you"

Once everyone left, Kavya sat on the couch opposite the bed "what's' wrong?" he asked

"we want to ask you some thing" she looked at him cautiously "tell the truth, ok"

"ok, now ask me, your scaring me"

"you love Anjali, don't you?" she asked

"what?" he asked shocked

"answer truthfully Kavya" Angad said

"of course not" he said baffled

"liar" Angad stated

"I'm not lying"

"then why did you write it in your diary?"

"Diary" he gasped "you read my diary?"

"we both did" Kripa accepted

"its bad manners to read someone's diary" he barked

"well sorry for that" Kripa apologized

"can I have it back now?" he asked with his hand out

"sure" Angad hands him the diary

"now back to the point" Kripa said "you love her?"

He nodded a little flustered "and what about Anjali" Angad asked

"well, its not working, I mean she's only nice to me because of this challenge I gave her but she feels nothing for me"

"and she never will if you just keep it to the challenge"

"how can you say that?" Angad asked

"for your information Angad, I'm a woman and according to you people, quite like her"

"so what does that prove" Angad blurted, Kripa glared at him "ok, continue with what you were saying"

"well, as I was saying before I was rudely interrupted was that if you want Anjali to feel for you, then follow my plan. The first thing is that you are not going to go behind her, you are going to ignore her"

"what?" he said aghast "do you want to break my relationship or mend it"

"trust me Kavya, it will work. It will tell us if she has feelings for you or not"

He sighed "as you say" he yawned "I'll see you tomorrow, I'm tired" and he walked out of the door.

"Kripa" Angad called "If I do the same, will it work on you" he asked innocently

She hit his head "what are up to Khanna? besides, I just gave you the idea so I would know, so no use"

He smiled "good night" he kissed her cheek and started to lift himself from the bed when Kripa caught his arm

"where are you going?" she questioned

"to sleep, I'm tired"

"then go to sleep"

"well, in that case you have to leave my arm so I can go to the couch"

"sleep on the bed"

"Its my turn on the couch today"

"I know, I'm not going there either"

"you mean, both of us on one bed"

"yeah, I trust you"

"really?" he asked, his eyes glittering with hope

"yes, now go to sleep, we have to meet up with the group tomorrow morning" she lay down on the left side of the bed, with her back towards Angad with a smile on her face, whilst Angad lay beside her staring at her back, with a ray of hope. The hope of love and the hope to be her love.

Kripa's eyes open with the sun penetrating right at her eyelids. She slowly opened her eyes, with her hand in front of her face. She looked to her right to see it was almost ten "Oh shit" she mumbled and started on the mission to wake her snoring husband up "Angad" she called, but after calling him several times, she finally decided to use a bit of harshness. She shook him vigorously "Angad, get up it's ten" but he was too busy pulling the blanket on his face "Angad" she shook him again "it's ten o clock"

"so" he moaned "let me sleep"

"Angad, we're meant to meet the rest of them at eleven"

"what?" he sat up "why didn't you tell me before?" he complained, rubbing his eyes

"well, if you listen I definitely would inform you"

"fine women, don't taunt" he slipped out of the covers and walked towards the bathroom, only to be interrupted by Kripa who stood in front of him "what?" he asked strangely

She simply turned and walked into the bathroom, as he watched her stupidly and came back to his senses hearing the bathroom close. He groaned and sat on the bed grumpy.

Angad and Kripa rushed to the lobby at almost half eleven "your late" they heard josh say

"well, thanks to Angad who was too lazy to get out the shower"

"so, you woke me up late"

"but I woke up the same time"

"so, you took a shower before me"

"uhmm" she nodded "like in ten minutes, and you took like a whole hour"

"then you should have woke me up earlier"

"well, learn to get up yourself" she retorted

"guys, quit it" Minakshi said "we'll get no where if you stand fighting all day"

"sorry" they said guilty

"it's fine, lets go" and they set out for a group day out in London.

The circle of friends headed out of crown hotel, only to collide with Manthan. Anjali banged right in to him and glared at him "watch it" he said

"you watch it" she retaliated "use your eyes next time"

"you annoying cow" he swore

"mind your language" she retorted

"you mean you need to"

"Manthan" Kripa started "no one wants to see your face so get lost"

"what's your problem, it's Anjali I'm talking to"

"well" Angad intervened "it's my sister your talking to" he said with his fists balling

"wow, I'm so scared" he said sarcastically

The friends got into a small bawl with Manthan, Anjali being the victim this time. Everyone spoke up for her but the one she expected the most didn't. He just stood to a side watching the whole scene. After a good few minutes he just walked off, leaving the rest to handle Manthan. Anjali was annoyed to her wits. Kavya had never ignored her like this, she liked the attention she got from him, alright, lets say she liked the attention everyone gave her but today Kavya was excluded. He just stood to a corner doing anything but protecting her. Kavya ignoring her was hard to digest.

The group decide to go to Thorpe park, being the best choice at that moment. As a circle of friends, Thorpe Park was the best way to be entertained. As they walked through the Port Atlantis, Angad asked Kripa "have you been here before?"

"Yeah" she replied unenthusiastically

"great" he cheered "you're our guide for the day"

"well, no. I'm going to sit in the corner cafe and enjoy watching you, whilst you have fun"

"no Kripa. Fine, don't be the guide but you are coming with us"

"I don't want to, I'm not going on a single ride, I'm scared"

"you've got to be kidding" he stared at her stunned

"what?" she asked "now don't make a big deal out of it, I don't like rides"

"Oh my god" he said "your not scared in a plane and your scared of rides, I mean they are no where near where the planes are" he laughed

"Its not funny" she stomped

Everyone looked back at the couple, Kripa was moaning whilst Angad simply laughed "share the joke will you" josh shouted

"well, Kripa isn't scared to sit in a plane but--"

"wow Bhai" Anjali shrugged her shoulders "that is the funniest thing I've ever heard" she said sardonically

"god, will you let me complete" he sighed "I was saying that she's not scared in a plane but she's freaking out because she doesn't want to go on the rides, she's scared" he giggled

Kripa punched his upper arm "Kripa, why cant you go on rides, there's nothing to be scared of?" josh said

"I know, I mean a plane is all the way into he sky, if you fall your dead and a ride is way closer" Laksh added and started to laugh at her sulking face.

Anjali defended "so what? I was scared at a time"

"Yeah, its natural, what's so funny?" Minakshi added

"She's not the first person in the world" Bhoomi included

"what's your problem, leave her alone" Charu said noticing kripa's eyes well up.

The boys calmed down a little realizing kripa's tears "Oh come on Kripa" Angad embraced her "I just find it funny that someone can be scared of rides when there not in a plane" he snorted and laughed out, not being able to control, whilst Kripa stood with tears rolling on her cheeks

"Its not funny" she screamed "I feel sick" the boys continued laughing listening to her excuses, she wiped her tears and walked out the Port Atlantis with tears still falling.

They all quietened down as they watched her leave "Bhai" Anjali screamed "you made her cry" she glared at him "I'll go and see what's wrong"

She was about to leave when Angad held her arm "I'll go, I think I overdid it"

"you did" Charu said "now go and bring her back, we'll meet you in the cafe, ok"

"Ok, I'll catch you later" and he followed her outside

He found her on a near by bench with her head buried in her lap. He felt guilty for hurting her. He sat beside her, placing his hand on her shoulder "I'm sorry" he said

She pushed his hand away "I don't want to talk to you" she said wiping her tears

"I didn't mean to hurt you" he said cupping her cheek

She slapped his hand "go away" she turned away "I don't want to talk to you right now"

He cupped her face "I do" he smiled "I'm very sorry, I was only joking, I didn't mean it"

"It wasn't funny" she sobbed "you made me look like a fool and now everyone's going to think I'm a cry baby"

He smiled "I don't know about cry baby but yes you do look like a baby right now"

She looked into his eyes, seeing the slight twinkle. She smiled in tears, wiped her wet cheeks and hugged him "I hate you" she said softly

He laughed "I love you too" he pulled apart and kissed her forehead"now don't cry, you look better smiling" she smiled and he caught her hand taking her back inside.

"We are so sorry Kripa" josh apologized "we didn't mean to make you cry"

"It's alright" she lowered her eyes and sat next to Angad

"Ok, so now that we're here, finally" Akshat said "where do we go?"

"wait" Charu interrupted "before we start touring, let's make a deal"

"Which is?"

"We all go on every ride"

"No" Kripa yelled

"Please Kripa" she pleaded

"Charu, she's scared" Angad defended

She gave him a mean look and said "I'm not scared, I just feel a little weird on them"

"don't be a spoilt sport Kripa" Minakshi said "we're all there, nothing will go wrong"

"Yeah, if you don't try the rides out, how will you get over it"

"I agree to that" Anjali said

Everyone looked at her pleadingly "Kripa come on" he held her shoulders "give it a try" he squeezed her reassuringly "I'm with you, so trust me" The friends hooted and cheered at Angad's comment, whilst they blushed "what, leave her alone" he defended

She looked at his puppy dog eyes and at everyone else and finally agreed "Ok, only for you guys" she smiled

"Ok, so now that we're done with convincing Kripa, where do we go first?" Pia asked

"Rush" josh shouted

"No, I want to go on the vortex" Minakshi squirmed

"That's boring, lets go to lost city" Kavya suggested

"not a good idea, I want to got to no way out"

"Na" Laksh moaned "the slammer is looking great

"we'll try that later, I want to go on the samurai first"

"god" Akshat held his head "lets try the new one "stealth"

"please, forget all that" Shabbir interrupted "lets get wet, try the tidal wave or the loggers leap"

"no" the girls screamed "I don't want to get wet yet" Krishna tulsi added

Pia sighed "leave the decision to Angad and Kripa, they haven't said anything"

"ok" Angad looked down at Kripa "shall I or you"

"go ahead, I don't want to suggest anything, I don't want to go on anything"

"your going" he looked up "everyone agrees to my decision" he asked

"Yeah"

"Ok, the nemesis inferno"

"What?" Kripa screamed "not that one"

"it's a pact, we all agreed" he reminded

"But I hate that one"

"tough luck, you already agreed, you can't change your decision" and he walked off pulling her along.

They stood in the queue for the past twenty minutes; well it was expected since the park was big with just as much of people. Angad held onto kripa's arms firmly whilst she cursed him under her breath.

They sat in the middle row, with Angad sitting towards the end, whilst Kripa sat beside him along with Anjali, leaving a seat on the other end empty.

Kavya and Laksh were still not seated and looked around for empty seats. Laksh discovered one beside Krishna tulsi. He moved forward to sit there but Kavya sat there "hey, I want to sit there"

"sit by Anju then"

"why cant you?"

"Because I don't want to. Now go and sit, I'm not moving" he declared and pushed the bar to secure himself.

"Fine" he grunted and sat next to a frustrated Anjali. In frustration she banged her fist on Laksh, he shrieked in pain "Watch it" he rubbed his hand "that hurt" she glared at him so he decided to stay quiet about it.

Kripa closed her eyes tightly as she held onto Angad's hand strongly, praying for her life. Angad giggled and reassured "don't worry, nothing will happen" she nodded and closed her eyes tighter "Kripa, don't tense yourself; nothing will happen" he sighed "see the ride even started, can you feel anything?"

"What" she shrieked "It's started" she opened her eyes "get me off" she said "get me off this thing, I can't do it" she screamed, whilst other passengers looked at her weirdly "Angad get me off" and her voice disappeared as the ride took its fastest mode, going through the corkscrew, many spirals and loops. Kripa held her hands to her face, scared to her wits. She mumbled and screamed things in between, whilst Angad was too busy consoling her "I'm going to die"

"stop being stupid Kripa"

"get me off this thing" she kicked her legs "please Angad " she cried

"calm down" he squeezed her hand

"no" she snapped, she slapped her right hand on her mouth and mumbled "I'm going to be sick"

Angad panicked "don't puke"

"Angad, when is this going to finish?" she screamed on top of her lungs

"Kripa, stop being a scary cat"

"I'm going to faint if it doesn't stop" and she closed her eyes tightly, pressing her hands to her face.

Seconds later Angad said "open your eyes Kripa, the ride is stopping"

She opened her eyes, with her hand slapped to her mouth, a giddy sensation travelling in her stomach. As soon as they were released of there belts, she ran towards the exit, going straight to the bin, throwing up all she ate.

"I think it was bad idea to force her" Charu said watching her

"I guess" Angad sighed "can you check on her Anju?"

"Why don't you go?"

"She's puking and err, it's disgusting"

She gave him a mean look "you are so heartless"

Minakshi grunted and said "I'll go and check her, you two can carry on fighting" she taunted and walked over to Kripa "are you alright?" she asked patting her back"

I think so" she said feeling giddy and puked again.

"I'm sorry for forcing you" she apologized, she was about to reply but vomited again and moaned as tears fell from her eyes out of pain. Minakshi rubbed her back to soothe her "stay here, I'll be back and then I'll take you to the toilets" and she left towards the friends,

"How is she?" Angad asked

"Not feeling well at all, we were wrong to force her. I don't think we should force her more. I'll stay back, you guys enjoy"

"Minakshi" Anjali intervened "you enjoy, I'll stay with her, I'm not really in the mood of taking the rides" she glanced at Kavya

"Anju, call me if she doesn't feel too well, I'll take her to the hotel" Angad said and left with the circle of friends reluctantly

One by one, everyone took turns to stay with Kripa, enjoying the rides at the same time. They all enjoyed themselves to the peak and decided on a few last rides. Kavya took a chance and stayed back with Kripa, but Angad's constant insistence just irritated the group and they set him free to be with his lovely wife. Kavya and Angad were left with Kripa, who was pale as ever with all the vomiting.

"You feel better?" Angad asked, handling her some water

"Much better" she smiled

"its working" Kavya exclaimed. They looked at him confused for his outburst "you know, me ignoring Anju" he sighed dreamily "It's working, did you see her in the nemesis and then in the detonator and the colossus, she was so annoyed with my ignorance" he laughed a little out of control

Kripa smiled at his childish behaviour "just keep ignoring her, she'll be so annoyed to her peaks and when I feel she is annoyed to the extent I'll tell you what to do"

He kissed her cheek "thanks Kripa, if you ever need anything I'm always there" he smiled and stood up "I'll be back, I'm going to call mom" and left giving the two privacy

"so, do you always puke like that?" Angad asked

"Yeah, that's why I didn't want to come on the rides. I cant take fast and high rides, it makes me feel giddy"

"I'm sorry" he apologized "it's my fault"

"it's not" she took his hands in hers "cheer up" he smiled "I'm sorry as well"

"for what" he asked confused

"for destroying the fun"

He frowned "you didn't destroy the fun" he took her in his arms "Your much more important to me than these ride's"

"really?" she asked looking into his chocolate brown eyes

"really" he nodded with a smile. Soon all the friends gathered at cafe and left for the hotel.

Anjali sat in her room, feeling lonesome, with a pout. She was absolutely irritated. Why was Kavya ignoring her? She crossed her arms on her chest, feeling grumpy. Kripa walked in minutes later to find her pouting and angry "what's wrong?" she asked "why are you so moody?"

"Nothing" she unfolded her arms, leaning back on the bad

"are you sure? your face is telling a whole different story"

"actually, there is something bothering me"

"If you trust me, tell me" she said patting her shoulder

"I do" she looked at her "don't tell anyone" Kripa nodded "Kavya's ignoring me"

She paused and waited for an answer "so?" Kripa said

"What do you mean so?" she huffed "I don't like the way he's ignoring me"

Kripa sat beside her and held her shoulder "since when did you care about Kavya? Why do you care if he exists or not?" she questioned

She looked down, baffled "I don't know" she whispered

"ignore it Anju" she kissed her forehead "see you tomorrow, Angad's probably waiting for me and don't tense your self ok" Anjali nodded "good night"

"good night" she replied still confused in her thoughts, questioning herself, why do I care if Kavya ignores me? I wasn't a big fan of his in the first place. She questioned herself all night, trying to keep him out of mind, but it wasn't working.

Meanwhile, Kavya smiled widely, displaying his white teeth "really?" he asked for the fifth time

"Yes really" Kripa hit his head "she was upset about you ignoring her"

He scrunched his nose "but I feel sorry for her" he sighed "cant I talk to her?"

"no"

"but I feel bored"

"well, stick to the plan if you want her"

"I guess" he stayed a while longer and then left to his room, dazed in a dream world.

"Kripa" Angad called once Kavya left

"hmm, what is it?"

"Have you got some kind of experience?" he asked curiously

"of what?" she asked confused

"You know this whole love thing"

Kripa grinned mischievously "Yeah, I do"

"what?" he shrieked "I mean, what, really?" he asked calmer

"Yeah, His name was yash"

"are you serious?" he asked

"of course, why would I lie" she looked at him "I use to try and make him jealous to get him" she said dreamily "he was so cute"

Angad looked upset "Is that why you cant love me?"

She looked away and stayed that way until he heard her giggling "what's funny?"

Kripa ruffled his hair "You are so cute, it's very easy to make you a fool, I was joking" she chuckled

"you were joking?"

"Yes"

"I don't like such jokes" he turned away "you scared me"

She turned his face "I've never had anything like that and neither will. We may not be sharing the relationship of a husband and wife physically but I'll never cheat on you, I'll always be faithful"

He smiled "so there was no yash, right?" he asked again"

"no"

"then who is yash?"

"It was the first name that came to mind"

"Oh, ok. So there's no one else, right?" he asked again

"no"

"you sure, aren't you?" Kripa got irritated and lay down "What's wrong?" he asked

"good night Angad" and she turned the other way

"But--"

"good night" and she closed her eyes

He lay beside her and smiled. Once he was sure she was asleep he turned her and kissed her forehead, whispering "goodnight Kripa" and drifted off to sleep watching her.

The next day the group decided to break up into smaller groups. They had a flight in the evening to catch which would take them to Paris, therefore they decided to shop.

"Me and Minakshi are going alone" josh decided

"what else was expected?" Angad said "anyways, Shabbir and Rano can go with Kt and Laksh" he looked at them "is that fine with you?" they all nodded

"ok, so Charu and Akshat"

"with me" Bhoomi intervened, Akshat wanted to be alone but he had no other choice when Charu nodded her head.

"what about me, Bhai"

"well, you and Pia and seeing that Kavya has no one, Kavya can go with you as well" he grinned and soon they left there own ways

Anjali, Kavya and Pia walked in the mall looking around "let's go there" Anjali pointed "It looks good"

"na, I want to buys some clothes, we can look there later" Pia said

"come on Pia, you can buys clothes from anywhere in the world but these wont really--"

"I think Pia is right Anjali, it's a better choice" Kavya decided and walked towards the store Pia pointed to. Anjali felt neglected, the whole time, Kavya was at pia's side ignoring Anjali's presence, whilst complimenting her for the smallest things.

Minakshi and josh enjoyed there time with privacy to josh's fortune, with a little romance and sweet nothings. Whilst Shabbir and Laksh were just tired carrying the bags for the ladies. Akshat was quite annoyed with bhoomi's presence but the girly talks made it worse.

Kripa and Angad shopped for a while but soon decided to visit London Bridge. They had done enough shopping. Soon after, they sat at Ben and jerry's enjoying there ice cream. Well more like Kripa was enjoying the ice creams "hmm" Kripa groaned "that was so tasty, I want some more" she demanded

Angad looked at her horrified "you still want more" she nodded "Kripa, you've had three already, how much more do you want?"

"but I want some more"

"then don't tell me when you grow fat"

She glared at him "you are so nasty"

"but I'm telling the truth"

"Oh, just go away"

"and your ice cream"

"I don't want it" she said stubbornly

"why?" he asked

"your calling me fat, I don't want it"

"I was joking Kripa" he chuckled

"but I don't want it"

"Kripa, don't take it to heart"

"stop moaning will you" she retorted and continued eating her ice cream

Minutes later, she finished her strawberry ice cream "statue" Angad shouted. Kripa looked baffled "stay still" he said again

"but--"

"listen to me" she nodded. Angad took the camera from her bag and clicked a picture

"what are you doing? Stop that" Kripa complained trying to get hold of the camera

He leaned forward and showed her the picture he took "see for yourself"

She snatched the camera and looked down at the picture. She looked like a baby with an ice cream covered mouth and nose. She groaned and said "give me some tissue" he pointed in front of her. She picked the tissue up and wiped her face and then they left for the hotel.

As soon as everyone reached the hotel, they started there last minute packing. Kripa had to do her own and Angad's because she knew he was to lazy to get up knowing she was there and Anjali was too grumpy to pack. She sat on the bed with pouted lips, whilst Kripa packed her things.

An hour later, the students departed for the airport in the mini bus for there next destination, Paris.

Pyaar
Chapter Fourteen

Once again the sequence of the professor was repeated, this time with him having all rooms correctly booked. Everyone took there keys and went to there own rooms to rest for the night, after a long tiring journey.

Kripa and Angad spent a sleepless night, tossing and turning. They were restless. There was more space and freedom but they didn't have each other. It felt weird looking at the bedside empty. They didn't mind sleeping far apart, as long as they were together.

The circle of friends waited impatiently for the trio. They must have overslept they thought, but it didn't take that long. They were supposed to be back an hour ago but they was no sign of the Khanna trio.

Finally giving up, Minakshi and Laksh headed towards there rooms. They were taking the piss and before the rest started complaining, they decided to wake them up from there beauty sleep.

Minakshi knocked on kripa's door. There was no response, she knocked again but it was still the same so she asked a worker to open the door for her, to let her in. After a lot of persuasion he opened the door and left.

Minakshi walked in to find Kripa comfortable cuddling her cushion in a deep slumber. She sighed and sat beside Kripa, shaking her "Kripa, Kripa wake up, everyone's waiting" she groaned and pulled the cushion on her face "wake up Kripa"

"let me sleep" she moaned "I couldn't sleep last night"

"why?" she asked curiously

"hmm, it's so hard to sleep without Angad" she mumbled dozing of again

"what" Minakshi screamed

Kripa woke up startled and slowly realized what she said "I mean, you know, you see, I , umm, it was cold last night" she stuttered

"Yeah yeah" Minakshi giggled "stop making excuses and hurry up, everyone's waiting for you, it's half eleven for your information and all of them are really pissed off at you three"

"Oh my god, I took that long? and three, who else hasn't come?" she asked with raised brow's

"Angad and Anjali"

"but" she looked at Minakshi confused "I understand Angad late, he does nothing but sleep but Anju is very punctual"

"I don't know, she didn't come, I'm going to wake her up"

"I'll wake her up" she intervened

"are you sure?"

"yes"

"ok, be down for twelve, no longer" she giggled and walked out

Meanwhile, after Laksh had managed to get into Angad's room he shouted "Angad" he shook him hard "wake up you lazy cow, we've been waiting for almost an hour"

"what is it Kripa?" he groaned and stirred

Laksh looked baffled "Kripa?" he shook Angad harder "wake up Angad"

"leave me alone Kripa, I don't want to get up"

"but where is Kripa?" having no other choice he pushed Angad's heavy muscular body off the bed "I'm not Kripa, I'm Laksh stupid"

Angad scratched his head, confused "oh, umm, sorry, what happened?"

"we've been waiting for an hour and you were sleeping here like a cow, now hurry up and get ready, you've got till twelve"

He moaned "it's not my fault, Kripa wakes me up everyday, she didn't wake me up today" he looked at Laksh "by the way, where is she?"

"She didn't come down like you"

"really?" he asked amused

"yeah, hurry up, we're in the lobby, god knows if Anjali's awake as well" he mumbled

"Anjali" Angad looked curiously "why hasn't she come down?"

"How do I know?"

"but I want to know why?"

He rolled his eyes "just get up Angad, we're late enough"

"chill, cool it" and he walked into the bathroom to take his morning shower, with Laksh leaving the room without closing it properly.

"Come in" Anjali yelled as she heard a knock "it's open"

Kripa walked in to notice Anjali wide awake, with her lips pouted still in her night suit. It looked like she was still in the grumps. She shut the door behind her and strolled to her bed.

"Kripa" she asked stunned "why are you here? You should be out and about and why are you still in your night dress?"

"Oh, I just woke up" she sat down "and why aren't you ready, your wide awake"

"I don't want to go" she replied

"why?"

"I just don't want to"

"Anju" she held her cheek "tell me the truth"

"Kripa, I seriously don't feel like it"

" Anjali, if you trust me even a little tell me"

"fine" she sighed "it's Kavya"

"Kavya, what's he done" she asked

"nothing, it's just that he's ignoring me and he was flirting with Pia in front of me yesterday" she looked baffled "I don't know, I cant take that he's ignoring me. I feel so out of place" she growled "I don't want to go anywhere with him"

"Oh" Kripa whispered "are you sure Kavya's only a friend, nothing else?"

"What do you mean?"

"Well, you're acting like he's your boyfriend or husband. You know, being possessive and all that"

"no" she yelled "why would I react in such a way"

"hmm, we'll talk about it later" she held Anjali's hand "now come on, get ready, I want to see you downstairs by twelve, understand"

"but--"

"no" she silenced her "your coming, for our friendship. Kavya isn't a big deal anyways"

Anjali smiled "fine, I'll be ready"

Kripa walked into Angad's room dressed in a long brown skirt with creamy brown halter neck. She was surprised to find the door open but walked in with ease. She found no one in the room and Angad being Angad had his clothes spread across the room. She shook her head and picked his shirts and trousers up, folding them neatly.

Whilst she was busy with her task, Angad decided to come out the bathroom, whistling, with a towel tied to his waist.

Kripa looked up, noticing his bare chest and calves and smiled at the sight. She sighed and pushed the clothes in her hands into the cupboard taking out a fresh pair of clothes "Oh shit" she heard Angad say.

"What's wrong? She asked

"shame on you Kripa" he said dramatically "I'm standing in a towel and you're saying what's wrong?"

She sighed at his dramatic behaviour and replied sarcastically "and what is so new about that? I've seen you too many times Angad"

"fine" he heaved "since your here, choose my clothes"

"I was doing just that" she handled him his clothes "you would take years"

"Oh please, I don't want to listen to a lecture"

"lecture? What do you mean?"

"I don't even want to start"

"whatever" she pushed him into the bathroom "now hurry up otherwise you'll be stuck here all day"

"I'm going" he screamed "chill women"

The friends sat in the lobby discussing further plans "I thought you people were not coming; you took a bloody year" josh complained

"we said sorry" Angad retorted "quit complaining"

"complaining?" Kavya walked forward "you wasted all our morning"

"why are you all pinpointing me? I wasn't the only one" Angad said defensively

Shabbir cleared his throat "we'll talk about that later, now quit wasting time and tell us what the plan is"

"Ok, lets go in four's" josh decided

"but there's going to be two left out"

"Pia and Bhoomi are going to spend the rest of the trip with there other friends"

"ok, so who's with who?" Kripa asked

"well me and--"

he was cut off "Minakshi obviously" Kripa finished, Minakshi blushed and whined, whilst everyone giggled "what?" she shrugged her shoulders "I'm telling the truth"

Josh sighed and said "as I was saying, me and Minakshi with Shabbir and Rano"

"cool" Laksh said "so then it can be me and Akshat"

"with Charu" Akshat added "and one more"

"obviously not Angad and Kripa" Laksh said

"why?" Kripa whined

"well" he stood up and placed his hands on both there shoulders "you two couldn't sleep without each other last night, so we're giving you the chance to spend the day together" everyone chuckled

"shut up Laksh" Kripa slapped his arm, feeling her cheeks turn pink

"oh come on Kripa" Minakshi started "no need to pretend, you said it yourself this morning" Angad smirked watching his petite wife bloom as her cheeks turned pink.

"I'm going with Bhai and Kripa" Anjali decided, whilst Angad frowned

"Kt's coming with us" Laksh announced, leaving Kavya with Angad, Kripa and Anjali "join the Khanna trio" Laksh smirked "and don't disturb the couple too much, they miss each other too much apparently" he winked at Angad, whilst everyone laughed at the flushed couple

The smaller groups set out separately, enjoying there day. Shabbir enjoyed himself teasing Rano, whilst she simply tried her best to ignore him, whilst josh an always took small chances to be alone with Minakshi.

Whereas Laksh and Akshat simply talked and shared opinions about there love life. Akshat was still fighting against the proposal thing in his mind, whilst Laksh was trying to convince himself about his attraction to Kt. The girls simply were too busy sight seeing to notice.

Angad watched Kripa and Anjali walk ahead of them, chatting constantly. He wanted to be alone with Kripa. The morning incident convinced him, he had an effect on Kripa but Anjali was glued to her.

"What's wrong?" Kavya asked noticing the sombre look

"I want to spend some time with Kripa alone, but Anju is glued to her"

"I'd help but cant" he sighed "I have to ignore Anju, I don't want to lose her"

"you selfish cow" Angad retaliated

"I'm sorry but I cant help it" he laughed at Angad sulking but stifled his giggles when he saw Kripa and Anjali walk towards them.

"So, what were you talking about?" Kripa asked

"umm, nothing, I mean, nothing"

"stop stuttering, if you don't want to tell me, you don't have to"

"Bhai, are you planning to talk all day, aren't you going to show us around" Anjali complained

"well, I didn't know I was supposed to be the guide here" he retaliated

"Now that you know, you can start on your job" Kripa replied cheerfully

"let me decide first, it takes time. I weren't born here, god girls and there impatient behaviour" he mumbled

"what did you say?" Kripa asked "don't say a word against girls" she pointed a finger

"and why shouldn't I?" he asked stepping closer with his hands on his hips

"Oh come on Angad" Kavya laughed pulling him back "girls just know that once a guy starts with the list it never ends"

Kripa and Anjali's mouth opened "you what?" Anjali said "mind your tongue"

"whatever" Kavya said looking away

"Anjali, Kavya is totally right" Angad started "the list is endless"

"Oh please Angad" Kripa retorted "stop supporting Kavya otherwise I'll tell mom"

"go ahead, all you girls do is complain and threaten to do this and that but never do it" he said carelessly "your so fake"

Kripa glared at him "keep that mouth shut of yours before I kill you" he looked around coolly as if nothing happened "are you going to take us or not?" she asked one last time

"us? Who's us?"

"Me and Anju"

"what happened to me?" Kavya asked

"your not included, your giving Angad's side"

"Kripa, your so--" Angad was cut off

"see you tonight Angad" Kripa wiggled her fingers and pulled Anjali along with her walking straight and fast.

Kavya heaved "how do you handle that woman?" he asked "she is so stubborn"

Angad scrunched his nose "I like her the way she is. Her stubborn behaviour is so cute, it makes me love her more"

Kavya sighed "you are totally smitten by her" he looked around "so what shall we do now?"

"Follow them"

"lets do something else, it'll help me avoid Anju"

"oh come on Kavya, it'll be fun and I'm really wanting to spend time with her"

"fine, as you say and they walked behind them

"so, you planning to tell her or not?" Laksh asked. They were roaming around in a park with the girls playing about

"I really want to but I can't" Laksh looked at him confused "you see, I feel so nervous around her, the word don't come out"

"you seriously need to act more brave. She wont eat you up" he stopped at looked at him "by the time your prepared she'll be getting married to some on else"

"hey, don't say that"

"I'm only saying it. If you don't confess soon that's what might happen"

He sighed "I guess" he looked at Laksh "so you tell me, what's going on in between Kt and you?"

"Kt" he became nervous "what's going on? nothing" he defensively said "I never said I loved her"

Akshat grinned "and when did I say you loved her"

"Oh man" Laksh threw his hands up "fine, I like her. I don't know about love. It's too early to say so"

Akshat nudged him "find out soon buddy" and walked towards the girls

Meanwhile Kripa and Anjali walked towards the huge Eiffel tower. Many tourists roamed around checking out the beautiful man made piece.

"It's beautiful" Anjali gasped

"it is" she agreed "let's go inside" she caught her hand and pulled her with her inside.

Kavya and Angad walked behind them "this is so boring" Angad complained "what's so interesting about this place"

"ask Kripa and Anju" he smirked "it was your choice"

Angad groaned and punched Kavya "stop taunting me" and walked faster

"I'm hungry" Anjali complained as they walked out the Eiffel tower

"me too, I didn't have breakfast" she looked around "lets go and see if we can find a cafe nearby"

"I guess" they walked around but were clueless

"Give me a minute Anju" Kripa called a near by lady "exscuse je"

"oui" the old women replied

"la ou est le cafe ici?" Kripa asked politely. Anjali looked on amazed whilst Angad and Kavya were amazed themselves.

"I didn't know Kripa knew French" Kavya said

"I didn't know myself"

"Oh well, do you want to catch up with them, I'm really getting bored following"

"I guess" Angad walked forward following behind Kripa, sensing his own hunger

"I didn't know you knew French?" Anjali said sitting on a chair in the cafe

"I don't like to boast about it" she smiled "I learnt a few languages primarily in thought that I'd be an interpreter"

"really? What do want to be now?" Angad asked sitting next to her

"what are you two doing here?" she yelled "are you following us?"

"well, it's a free country, I can go where I want, your not the only one who can visit Eiffel tower and be hungry" he retorted

"whatever" she was about to stand when he caught her hand

"I'm sorry" he said softly

She sat down amazed and said "say that again, I didn't hear it"

"I said I'm sorry"

"I still cant hear" she teased

He sighed and said loudly "sorry"

"that's better"

"so I'm forgiven?" he asked

"hmm" she tapped her chin "I'll have to think about it"

"Oh come on Kripa, stop being stubborn"

"well you shouldn't have messed with me in the first place"

"Ok" he held his ears with puppy dog eyes "I'm sorry"

Kripa smiled "I forgive you" she looked at Kavya "and I'm still waiting for your apology Kavya"

"but--"

"Kavya just say sorry" Angad advised

"sorry"

"can we order now" Anjali asked "I'm hungry" everyone laughed at her innocent act and ordered.

They all toured around several places to enjoy there holiday like Louvre museum, centre Pompidou and basilique du sacre-coeur. They enjoyed the day to its up most.

"that was fun" Kripa sighed "I enjoyed our day"

"where are we going tomorrow?"

"when tomorrow comes we'll decide" Angad replied

"I'll see you guys tomorrow" Kavya said "good night"

"no one's going anywhere" josh said walking up to them in the lobby. They all looked at him confused "we all planned to have a late night together and have fun"

"cant we do that tomorrow" Angad requested "I'm tired" the others nodded in agreement

"fine, tomorrow at nine in kripa's room"

"why my room?" Kripa whined

"the others aren't willing to and if you want it in my room or Angad's room then I'm sure we wouldn't mind unless you want to clean our rooms up" he teased "please Kripa, be generous, you're nice enough"

Kripa sighed "fine"

Once again Angad and Kripa were restless in the darkness of the night. They kept and tossing and turning pining for each other. In restlessness they sat up and decided to check the others room. They stepped out there rooms and found each other mid way. They stared at each other, an awkward silence filled between them. Angad broke the ice "umm, what's wrong?"

"Nothing" she looked away flushed

Angad heaved "ok, I give up; I was coming to your room. I couldn't sleep"

She smiled "same here"

"since we both cant sleep, why don't we just chat or something"

Her eyes lowered "I guess, so in your room or mine"

"In yours" he walked towards her "if your in mine, you'll find something to clean"

She grinned "you know me too well" and they walked into her room to get rid of there tossing and turning.

Kripa and Angad sat on the bed talking about anything and everything "you know when I was small Sujal bhaiya use to take me for ice creams without telling mom and dad. I remember the day we got caught" she wrinkled her noise "Sujal bhaiya was shouted at so much"

"and you?"

"I was always let off, I've always been treated in a princess like manner"

"that explains your stubbornness" he mumbled

She glared at him "say that to my face"

"what" he looked baffled "I didn't say anything"

"Oh yes you did" she glared and stuck her tongue out

Angad laughed and stuck his tongue out in response. He pinched her cheek "you are so cute"

She frowned "go away, I don't want to talk to you" and the rest of the night went by with there small but cute arguments. They eventually got tired and lay on the bed without realizing the closeness and drifted off to dreamland in each others arms.

"Anju, do me a favour?" Minakshi said "go and wake Angad and Kripa up? they'll be missing each other again and probably didn't wake up"

Anjali giggled "Ok" she stood up and walked to Angad's room. She trusted Kripa to be ready quickly but she knew what a lazy baboon her brother was.

She knocked on his door but there was no response. She knew her lazy brother would be asleep, sprawled over the bed so she took the spare key she had taken from his room the day before and burst into the room. To her surprise, no one lay on the bed. She shook her head seeing the mess and knocked on the bathroom door "Bhai, hurry up" but the door opened on the second knock to be empty. Strange, she thought, where could he be?

She shrugged her shoulders and went to kripa's room. She had the key to kripa's room; Kripa had given it to her so she could come whenever she wanted. She simply unlocked the room and walked in to find Angad sprawled on top of Kripa, his head on her shoulder with her arms around his waist. Her mouth opened in surprise but she grinned devilishly. She sprinted to her room, picked her camera up and ran back.

After taking several photo's to tease her brother and friend; being the cheeky person she was; she called everyone one by to kripa's room, telling them that Kripa was calling them. She used minakshi's phone to text Kavya since she was still angry. Everyone chucked. They found it amusing but cute.

They all stood in front of the bed and called "good morning" Kripa and Angad, startled woke up. They sat up rubbing there eyes; too busy to notice there proximity "what are you guys doing here?" Angad asked

"we can ask you the same Bhai?" Anjali answered and giggled "what are you doing here? You've got your own room"

Angad and Kripa looked embarrassed. They realized there closeness and parted immediately and looked anywhere but at there friends. They looked baffled and helpless. Everyone chuckled at there devastated state, whilst Kavya and Charu saved the two from more embarrassment.

"Bhai, couldn't you control yourself?" Anjali scolded

"yeah, look at Kripa she is so embarrassed, all men so naughty" Minakshi commented

Josh glared at Minakshi "just thank god it was us, otherwise you two's secret would be out and wide"

"well, that's another thing that you looked so adorable and cute" Shabbir drawled. Kripa blushed prettily.

"you looked made for each other" Akshat added. Angad pushed his hand through his hair, quite embarrassed yet happy with the result.

"Ok guys. It was an accident. Stop embarrassing us more" he said protectively, getting nothing but more chuckles

"I've got an idea" josh suggested after they packed up with the morning laughter session, everyone had got ready and met up in the lobby to decide there group trip

"go ahead"

"well, this might sound weird and all but lets go to Paris Disney land"

"what?" they all screamed

"Oh come on guys, what's so shocking, it's for smaller kids but it's still enjoyable" he sighed "at least better than all the historical stuff"

"I agree" Anjali started

"me too" Minakshi joined

Kripa jumped in excitement "count me in"

"same here" Charu agreed

"sounds fun" Krishna tulsi commented

All the girls looked at Rano expectantly "I guess I'm in too"

"Are you people crazy?" Angad asked

"what's so crazy about it Angad?" Kripa protested

"come on, the place is for kids; we're not kids"

"so" Anjali said "if we become kids again, it will be so fun" she squealed

"Oh please, it wont be fun it will be making a joke out of ourselves"

"I agree" Kavya said "I don't want to go home saying, oh mom, I went to Disney land"

"so, what's the big deal?" Minakshi argued

"we're cool dudes, not crazy kids" Laksh answered

"bedside's, what will we do there. There's nothing for adults"

"I don't want to make a fool of my self" they all argued for several minutes but the ended up agreeing on Disney land, simply because josh wouldn't back off the idea and the girls were stuck on there decision. The idea of going to Disney land rather scared the guys. It was like there image was ruined, well that is except josh.

The girls were exciting and jumping around, whilst the one's who were against the idea couldn't help but feel stupid.

Kripa looked back at Angad and caught his hand. He looked at her surprised and grinned with his brows raising "no need to be happy" she pulled him "your walking slower than a turtle" she pulled him along for a while but she was a girl who didn't have a lot of weight as well as strength to pull Angad's thickly muscled body for too long "walk yourself as well" she scolded "I've been pulling for so long; you should understand, your a man and a heavy one"

"Oh please, I'm not heavy"

"well if I start with the list of why you are so heavy--"

She was cut off "ok, ok, I don't want to listen to your lecture" She glared at him, left his hand and walked forward towards the girls; whilst he laughed at her childish behaviour

They all entered Disney land looking around. the girls looked around in pure excitement, whilst the boys were simply looking for something fun.

"this is so stupid" Laksh said "look, there's only kiddie rides here"

"Oh come on Laksh, there's much more" Minakshi replied

"stop fussing about" Charu said "and tell us where do we go first?"

"if we're going anywhere, then we'll go to the phantom mansion first" Angad said "otherwise no"

"no" the girls shook there heads in disagreement

"why?" he asked baffled

"Bhai I don't like haunted houses"

"it has all this spooky and disgusting stuff in it" Kripa spoke "and I don't like it"

"Yeah, its not a pleasant place and I know you guys are just going to annoy us rather than look around"

"come on guys" Rano started "now more than half of us disagree so--"

She was interrupted "only half of you, half of us agree" josh announced

"josh" Minakshi moaned "don't give there side, you love me don't you?"

"no blackmailing" Angad warned "and you forced us to come here, let it be fair, we go to phantom house. It will make it equal and I love spooky stuff, at least its adventurous"

"please Angad, don't force us, can't we go somewhere else?" Kripa pleaded

"fine" Angad announced "then we'll leave" he turned to leave when Kripa caught his hand

"ok, fine, we'll go" she pouted, the other girls nodded in agreement after some persuasion

They all stepped in the phantom manor. The place was dark and spooky. The place was designed to freak people out, taking them on an adventurous ride. they heard music of crickets, with the girls looking here and there in fright.

"Bhai, I'm going back" Anjali said as the doors closed; taking advantage of the dark room Kavya held Anjali's shoulders "Bhai, if you hold me, I will still be scared, it will make no difference"

"Huh" Angad was confused "Anju, I'm not holding you"

"Bhai please, I'm in no mood of jokes"

"Anjali seriously, I'm not joking, I'm here with Kripa"

"yeah Anjali, Angad's beside me" Kripa confirmed

"Anjali, check in case its a ghost" Laksh chuckled

"G-Gh-Ghost" she stuttered, she let out a yelp and screamed on top of her lungs with her eyes closed without thinking once of the possibility of a prank.

Anjali felt her mouth being covered "Anju, are you planning to make us deaf?" josh asked pushing his ear up and down

"really Anjali" Angad started "you didn't have to scream that loud!"

"but Bhai, someone was holding me" she spoke sweating profusely

"Oh please, Laksh was joking"

Kavya left her shoulders and walked to the other side of the room silently and then walked back towards Angad "guys, did you hear a witch, I did!"

Anjali grunted whilst the boys simply laughed "guys, its not funny" Kripa supported "and Kavya that wasn't nice"

"What? I didn't say anything"

"You started it, now apologize"

"No, I don't want to" and he stomped off

There was an automatic boat ride in the phantom mansion. There was three boats, four seats in each boat. Kripa, Angad, josh and Minakshi decided to sit in the first boat. The boat set off in the darkness with creepy sounds everywhere.

Angad put his arms behind his head stretched and relaxed "this is what you call fun, unlike those boring kiddie rides"

"what's so fun about it?" Kripa questioned "you can hardly see what's going on"

"exactly, what's the point of going around in a boat when you cant see anything, it's so boring" Minakshi added

"well, I'm sure you don't want to go to the other side where all the creatures and skeletons are" josh whispered

"god, you girls moan too much"

"Oh please don't even start" Kripa retaliated

Angad rolled his eyes "hey Kripa" he looked down in her lap "what's that thing in your lap, its shiny and moving"

"In my lap?" she looked down at something moving and shiny "w-what is it?" she asked

"could it be a snake?" josh asked

"what? snake! Angad take it off" she yelled

"no" he moved away "are you mad?"

"Angad please, stupid duffer help me" she screamed louder "Angad" she felt around the boat but no one was there "Angad, Minakshi, josh" tears flood in her eyes as she tried removing the shiny thing in her lap.

"Boo" they all screamed, frightening Kripa

As soon as the boat stopped Angad ran for his life with Kripa running behind him

Whilst they were in the mansion, the boys enjoyed every moment teasing the girls, scaring them. They were childish playing about and surprisingly they enjoyed the whole of Disney land much more than the girls did.

In the evening they all went shopping and as the night started they all went to kripa's room, to spend a night awake in the circle of friends.

Pyaar
Chapter Fifteen

The friends sat scattered across the room clueless of how to start "so, what do we do?" Kripa asked

"well, I was kind of thinking of chatting and all" josh answered

"That's boring" laksh complained "why not just play a game?" he suggested

"fine" josh agreed

A few seconds later Charu asked "so, what game?"

"How about antakshri" josh suggested

"cool"

"lets do it girls vs. boys"

"Yeah, that would be fun"

The girls shifted to the bed and nearby whilst the boys scattered around the sofa "so who starts?"

"we'll start" josh looked around "angad you sing"

"ok" and he starts singing

"Teeri rapapa, teeri rapapa teeri rapapa re
Teeri rapapa, teeri rapapa teeri rapapa re
Teeri rapapa, teeri rapapa teeri rapapa re
Teeri rapapa, teeri rapapa teeri rapapa re
hum se hai zamana saara,hum zamane se hai nahi,hum jo chahe chura lenge tumko tum se hi ae haseen
hum se hai zamana saara,hum zamane se hai nahi,hum jo chahe chura lenge tumko tum se hi ae haseen
boys the best,jaan lo,baat yeh maan lo
boys the best,jaan lo,baat yeh maan lo
teeri rapapa teeri rapapa teeri rapapa re
teeri rapapa teeri rapapa teeri rapapa re"

"great angad,what a start?" laksh cheered

"now answer us" kavya hooted

"Kripa, you answer, your husband started it" Charu teased

Kripa smiled and sang

"zara dil ko apne thaam ke rakhna,tum matlab apne kaam se rakhna
zara dil ko apne thaam ke rakhna,tum matlab apne kaam se rakhna
meethi meethi baaton mein na aana fas jaoge jaal mein warna
kyun kyun kyun kyun ki
kudiyo ka hai zamana
kudiyo ka hai zamana
kudiyo ka hai zamana
kudiyo ka hai zamana
kudiyo ka hai zamana
kudiyo ka hai zamana

"nice voice Kripa" kavya complimented

"Thanks" she smiled

"its not better than mine"

"Oh, your just saying that because your jealous"

"exscuse me" he raised his brow

Josh slapped his back " angad, you've started talking like your wife, she has a big influence"

"what? What have I said?"

"Exscuse me" the boys said in unison and laughed at angad and kripa's red face "so, she's not the only one who can say that"

They all giggled and continued the game with as much as energy. Each couple sang opposing each other, with kavya and Anjali not leaving the chance of taunting each other. They sang loudly with all there energy having so much fun.

The phone rang in kripa's room but since there was so much noise no on really heard it. After the callers third attempt, Rano noticed the phone ringing and picked it up "can you lot shut up a minute, I cant hear" she yelled as the noise level raised

All of them went silent for the call "hello"

"Hello ma'am, this is room service. Your neighbours are complaining about your noise level. Our other customers are getting disturbed so I request you to keep the noise down or we will have to take action, I hope you understand" the man said

"I understand, I'll fix the problem, sorry about that'"

"thank you ma'am, goodnight" and the phone beeped

"who was it?" Shabbir asked

"room service"

"anything wrong?" Kripa asked

"Well, game over. We're making too much noise so the neighbours complained"

"awe" josh groaned "that was fun"

"tough luck"

"I'm sure we can do something else" angad suggested

"ok, I have an idea, lets play a quiet game" laksh suggested "well not exactly a game but lets just make confessions"

"cool" angad said "who starts?"

"I'll start" Krishna tulsi took the initiative "I find laksh cute"

Everyone howled and hooted seeing the two going red "unexpected" laksh stated

"laksh since you were spoken about, why don't you make a confession"

"Ok" he stood up "Kripa don't be angry" he sighed "I locked you two in the farm house the other day"

"she already knows" angad informed

Laksh heaved "and I was tensed for no reason"

"Yes and no" Kripa answered, she smiled "that means that I can punish you any time I want"

"fine" he smiled "Kripa Bhabi"

"laksh" she whined as everyone giggled "angad, your turn" she commanded

"I haven't got anything to confess" he said carelessly

"say anything"

"But I haven't got anything to say"

"say something"

"Ok, I love you Kripa"

Kripa blushed as everyone hooted "angad, don't talk like this in public"

"what?" he smiled "you're the one who said say something, so I said what I had to say"

"but you shouldn't say such things in front of everyone"

Josh sighed "before you two start arguing please quit it, and lets continue" they both looked away in embarrassment and continued with the game.

"Your turn Akshat" Minakshi said

"me?" he shook his head "I don't have any confessions"

"oh come on Akshat, say what's in your heart" laksh advised

"but I--"

"shut up, don't say a word, say what's in your heart otherwise you'll never be able to say it"

"Ok" Akshat stood up gathering all his courage and sat on his knee in front of Charu who looked baffled but knew what he was going to say " Charu I-I-I"

"are you going to say it or shall I ?" laksh threatened

"ok, I'm saying it" he looked straight into Charu's eyes "Love is broad; if you love someone, you love all things, not just their beauty. Love is narrow; you love one and only one, compared to them, no one matters." he took her hands in his "I love you Charu, always have and always will"

Charu stared at him with tearful eyes and whispered "I love you too, I've been waiting for this moment forever" and she hugged his head to her chest as the others stared in awe.

Soon everyone started to disperse to there own rooms after discovering various things; angad stayed behind, not wanting to go.

"What's wrong? Not tired again" she asked

He shook his head "I am but I can't sleep without you"

"But"

"please, can I stay in this room?"

"Ok" she smiled when he pecked her cheek

"thanks"

"hmm, have you packed?" He looked here and there avoiding her gaze "I knew it" she sighed "lets go and pack your things then we'll sleep" they packed his things and soon drifted off to sleep beside each other waiting for there next destination, Spain.

The students roamed around in wonder waiting for the bus or coach which would collect them but there was no sign. They looked ahead to find a teacher coming towards them "sorry about this kids but theres no reservations, so you'll have to catch a taxi to the hotel" he announced

Soon the students packed into taxi's heading for the hotel; Kripa decided to talk to Anjali so she caught a separate one which was empty leaving the two in privacy.

"so Anju, any improvements with kavya"

"no and I don't care, why should I talk to him if he's not going to talk to me"

"have you tried to find out why he's not talking to you?"

"No" she looked at Kripa "do you know?"

"You still care Anju"

"fine, it still bothers me but I can't help it, I don't know why I care?"

"Well, there is one possibility" she looked at Anjali seriously "I think your in--" she was cut off with the ringing of the mobile "hello" she answered cursing the caller

"hi Kripa, where are you lot?"

"we'll be there in a while, we're near by" she said looking at the navigator
"hurry up" he spoke "and I cancelled the reservation of one of the rooms"

"why?"

"so we can share a room"

"are you stupid, everyone will find out soon if you keep doing this"

"Oh please, don't shout at me" he complained "I got the room booked on the top floor, no other student has there room there"

"fine, god, no one can win from you" he smiled on the other side of the phone "since we both have the same room, don't wait for me, go to our room and take my stuff as well"

"as you say my lady"

She rolled her eyes at his accent "whatever, I'll see you in a bit" and she held up

"who was it?"

"angad, he's so stupid, he got a room cancelled so we can share a room"

"Bhai loves you a lot, doesn't he?" she asked smiling

"Yeah" Kripa sighed

"and you?"

"Me?" she smiled "well I--" she stopped realizing they reached the outskirts of the hotel. She paid the driver with the little exchanged money she had and walked in with Anjali directing "Anju, got to your room" she said handling her the keys which she just took from the receptionist "I'll go and freshen up and then I'll meet you in your room"

"Yeah, see you" she waved and walked to the elevators on the left whilst Kripa walked to the elevators on the right

Kripa found angad lying on his stomach, his eyes closed looking ever so cute "angad" she called "you awake?"

"no, I'm asleep" he replied opening his eyes

"ha ha, that was so funny" she replied sarcastically

He giggled and asked "so, did you talk to Anju?"

"Yeah, I did" she said opening the suitcase "actually , call kavya here" she smiled pulling the towel out "I want to talk to him as well"

He sighed "ok" and rolled over to call kavya

"so, what did you call me for?" kavya asked once settled on the bed

"well, from tomorrow your going to talk to Anjali" she grinned "you have to give her your full attention, be very nice to her and not argue"

He looked at her strangely "are you sure about your plan? you want me to talk to Anjali" he asked unsure

"of course, any problem"

"she wont talk to me, she'll bark at me" he answered "she is going to be ever so frustrated and you want me to talk to her"

"so what? You will talk to her and let her take all her anger. You don't realize the love hidden in the frustration" she smiled and touched his hand "trust me"

"I guess" he sighed "I'll meet you guys later; I'm so tired" he yawned "when do we meet up?"

"We'll meet in three hours, we can have a nap till then, besides, it's only the four of us, since the others decided to drop us out" angad decided

"great" Kripa smirked "you got a better chance kavya. Use it"

"thanks" he smiled and left out the door

"hmm Kripa" angad asked lying down on his stomach with his feet dangling in the air "can I ask you something?"

"Go ahead" she leaned back

"to trap you in my love what do I have to do?"

She looked at angad with her eyes crinkled "don't start with all that again" she warned

"what?" he asked innocently "all I said was tell me a way to trap you in my love the way your doing with Anjali for kavya" he raised his brow "I just want the way I get you and your love" he smiled

"so you really want to know?" she asked fiddling with her fingers, an idea bubbling in her devious mind

"I wouldn't mind hearing it if I get you in return"

"hmm" she picked the pillow up "here you go" and she whacked Angad's head with the pillow

"what way is this?" he asked pushing the pillow off his head

"this is my way" Kripa giggled

"really?" his eyes glinted devilishly "then lets have it that way" and he caught another pillow hitting her with it; both ending up in a pillow fight

Kripa and angad lay flat on the bed, beside each other tired of the pillow fight when Kripa jerked up "Oh shit" she looked at the clock "I was meant to meet Anju"

"so?"

She hit his head "keep the so's to yourself, I'm going to meet Anju, I'll be back in a while" she kissed his cheek, slipped into her shoes and walked out the room

"I'm so sorry Anju, I totally forgot about coming here; your brother distracted me"

"it's alright" she smiled "come, sit"

Kripa sat next to her "so how you feeling now?"

"Better"

"hmm, do you really care about how kavya treats you?" she asked

"I don't know" she sighed "what did you say at that time, what could be the possible reason?"

"Well, I think you're in lo--" she was cut off by the ringing of the phone once again. She cursed the caller and blurted "what's your problem?"

"Huh" she heard angad "why are you so angry?"

"Because you always call at the wrong time"

"chill women" he laid back on the pile of clothes

"I'm sure you haven't called to say that, so can you tell me what you phoned for?"

"Well, I can't find my grey jeans and my watch seems to be missing and I can't find my shorts and--"

"can you find anything at all?"

he scratched his head "actually, no"

"I'll be there in a minute" and she held up

"it was Bhai, wasn't it?" Anjali grinned

"yeah and he cant find his things again" she stood up "I'll have to go, meet me in the lobby in an hour, we're going to the beach"

"ok, see you later"

"bye" she left out the doors, rushed back to her room, sorting out Angad's problem of being lazy and dressed up to got to the beach. She dressed in a white knee length sun dress. They all met up in the lobby and headed for the beach.

Anjali walked on the sand barefoot, whilst angad and Kripa walked forward on purpose giving kavya a chance to talk to Anjali "hi Anju" kavya greeted holding her from her arms. She shoved his arms off her and walked forwards silently "what's wrong?" he asked holding her arms again

she glared at him "just go way kavya, I don't want to talk to you"

"but I do"

"will you leave me" she struggled in his arms "or shall I call Kripa"

"call her, It wont make a difference"

she sighed "leave me alone kavya"

"I don't want to" he held her hand walking beside her "you look nice" he looked at her head to toe dressed in the brown and blue knee length halter dress "it suits you" he pecked here cheek and ran forward towards Kripa and angad.

Anjali was surprised but held her cheek in glee, her lips curved as she endlessly smiled thinking of kavya "what happened? Where are you lost?" she heard Kripa and was startled

Anjali looked here and there in panic, she avoided Kripa and asked "umm, nowhere, its just the view, its beautiful"

"Yeah right" Kripa smiled sat down on the soft sand pulling Anjali down "who were you thinking about"

"me, no one" she looked away "I don't know what your talking about"

Kripa nodded her head "are you sure or are you avoiding to talk about kavya" she glanced at Anjali

Anjali's cheeks reddened "I didn't say that"

"But your not denying you didn't say that either" she touched her cheeks "why are your cheeks so red?"

"umm" she gulped, trying to think of something "Oh, its hot"

"fine" Kripa giggled "I'll let you off this time, I wont spare you next time"

"huh" Anjali sighed "can we change the topic now"

Kripa laughed "as you wish" and they drifted off in one conversation to another

Meanwhile angad and kavya enjoyed themselves in the waves, splashing about. They were totally wet, with there shorts soaked in the silky sea water.

"Angad, why don't we bring Anjali and Kripa in the water? I'll bring Anjali, you bring Kripa"

"I can't"

"but why?"

"you forgot" he sighed "she's scared of water"

"well then take her fear away, how long is she going to be scared. I think its time she learns how to swim as well"

"she knows how to swim; she's just scared"

"weird" kavya muttered

"I know" he looked towards her "I was shocked when I found out. I mean, if she's learnt swimming then she must have been in water, but she's just too stubborn"

"then just pull her into the water" kavya grinned, angad looked horrified "come on man, lets take her fear away today" he patted angad and walked with angad following behind

Kripa and Anjali were still lost in there conversations when they noticed angad and kavya looking ever so hot with the wet shorts clinging to them, there bare chests tanned, with the broad muscles displayed coming over towards them.

"Why are they coming here?" Kripa asked curiously, noticing the mysterious smiles on there face

"Duh" Anjali hit her head "there towels are here" she pointed

"Oh"

Angad and kavya stood in front of them for a few seconds with a mischievous glint in there eyes, which gave Kripa and Anjali the creeps.

Anjali extended the towel "do you need the towel?" she asked

"no" angad answered

"then what is it?" Kripa asked curiously. Angad and kavya looked towards each other and grinned. Kripa narrowed her eyes and whispered to Anjali "I think there up to something, lets make a run"

Anjali nodded "I think your right"

They pushed there hands into the sand, preparing to make a run but it went in vain as kavya and angad scooped there loved one's in there arms.

"Angad" Kripa warned "put me down, what are you doing?"

"nothing" he said carelessly

"Put me down right now" she demanded

"Hmm" he looked towards her lovely face "I don't feel like it" and he walked towards the shore with Kripa struggling and complaining in his arms

Whilst Anjali screamed at kavya "Kavya put me down, you shameless monkey"

"shameless and me?" he laughed aloud

She groaned "just put me down you moron"

"I'm not listening" he said looking here and then walking towards the shore"

"what is this kavya" she complained "first you don't talk to me and then when you talk to me, you talk a little too nicely and now this is too much, put me down" she screamed

Kavya simply laughed "you have too many complaints" and he ran to the sea with Anjali screaming and shouting for her release

On the other hand Kripa was still whining "angad leave me" she kicked her legs "and why are you taking me to the water; you know I'm scared"

"so; big deal" he answered, she glared at him "you know how to swim" he shrugged

"I don't care, leave me" she struggled

"no" he answered "complain as much as you want but I'm not leaving you today"

"angad please" she held onto his neck tightly with the feel of cold water "Please" she closed her eyes feeling the water rise "I wont talk to you" she pouted

"I don't care"

Kripa's mouth opened involuntarily as tears formed "angad, I'm scared" she opened her eyes "angad lets go back" she pleaded but he didn't listen and soon was putting her to her feet. She grabbed onto his neck tightly with fear as the cold water soaked her white dress. Angad released her legs letting her feet step on the wet sand mixed in the salty sea, feeling spiky shells. She still held him; trembling, whilst he watched her expressions change.

"Open your eyes Kripa" he said. She opened her eyes slowly, feeling sick to her stomach "don't" he warned with his finger on her lips "you can do it" he released her waist "now let me go" he ordered, she shook her head afraid and clung to him "do you trust me?" he asked, she nodded "then let me go, you can do it; if anything goes wrong I'm here" slowly she let go of his neck, feeling the cold water cover her shoulders. She shivered at the cold touch but soon relaxed. Angad smiled at her "now spread your arms and breathe in the cool air" he said spreading his arms himself.

She did as told and smiled widely feeling the cool air with the hot sun. She smiled and suddenly splashed water on angad. He looked at her surprised but grinned and splashed water back, starting a water fight; soon kripa's smile died out as a frown took over "what's wrong?" angad asked noticing her frown

"My clothes" she whined "there wet"

"so what?" angad answered "I mean you can change"

"I haven't got any spares and my clothes are white, I cant go back with white clothes clinging to me"

He sighed "you can wear my shirt" he pointed "I've got a spare t shirt with me" she was about to say something but he stopped her "no more complaints, I'll get you a new dress from near by and then you can change in the changing rooms" he splashed water on her "now where were we?" he chuckled at her open mouth and ran as she ran behind him playing about.

Kavya dropped Anjali in the sea, once the water was above his waist. He laughed watching Anjali struggle and then shoot out of the water "what the hell kavya?" she looked down "my clothes are wet"

"so"

"what do you mean so? My clothes are wet and I'm freezing"

"Oh come on Anju, you'll get use to it in a while" he assured "and what's it with you fighting all the time?"

"I do not"

"you do" he raised his brow "what are you doing now?" he grinned

Embarrassed she looked away, rubbing her arms to avoid the cold water "whatever"

He laughed, caught her hand and pulled her towards angad and Kripa who were too busy splashing each other with sea water. They all enjoyed there selves in the cold water with the burning sun, splashing about, giggling, having fun. They did several things around the beach like making a sandcastle and buried angad in the sand, making fun of him, enjoying there time to the up most.

Kripa and Anjali sat on the golden sand waiting for kavya and angad to return. Kripa sat with Angad's shirt draped around her like a small robe, whilst Anjali left her dark dress to dry in the sun, enjoying its warmth.

"Why is angad taking so long?" Kripa whined

"he'll be here in a while"

"hmm" she looked towards Anjali who stared at the several people playing in the shore "so, how was it?"

"What?" she asked "Oh, I had fun"

"not that" she grinned mischievously "I meant, how was it with kavya?"

"Kripa" she whined, her cheeks turning red again

"Oh come on Anju" she complained "why are you hiding it from me? I know you like kavya"

Anjali sighed, there was no use arguing "ok, yeah I do like him"

"see?" she sighed dreamily "so how was it with him?"

"It was fun, I feel so different around him, I don't know, but it's a great feeling"

"hmm, I can see love in the air" Kripa teased

"Kripa" she whined "I never said it was love" she looked towards Kripa "your not going to tell anyone, ok. Promise me"

"hmm" she tapped her chin "shall I?" she asked cheekily, Anjali glared "Ok, I promise I wont tell anyone"

"tell what?" angad asked handling Kripa a bag

"nothing of your concern, mind your own business" and she jumped up towards the changing room, winking at Anjali who thanked her through her eyes

Kripa and angad lay beside each other tired as ever. They relaxed there bodies letting all the stress and pain leave there bodies "Did Anjali say anything today?" angad asked

"hmm, yeah, she's attracted"

"that's good" he smirked "I'll have a reason to tease her soon"

Kripa looked at him "you are so evil"

"That I am" he grinned; he closed his eyes, whilst Kripa smiled; she closed her eyes as well, hoping for some sleep. Soon angad opened his eyes knowing his sleep was miles away. Today for some reason he was tempted towards Kripa; her presence was making him hot, tense and desirous. The feelings had aroused before but today it was getting uncontrollable. He looked towards his right and was disappointed to find her asleep. Her hands lay on her flat stomach, whilst her mouth was slightly curved and wet. Those wet lips aroused many urges; he looked at her pink lips hungrily, her skin glowed and he couldn't help but notice how fragile, how soft she was. His fingers moved to her face, caressing it.

Kripa was awake, her eyes were closed as she tried to get some sleep but Angad's touch sent electric bolts down her spine. She breathed in, wanting the moment to continue and bit her lip inwardly, avoiding her groan. The heat raised and her cheeks turned a pinkish red as she felt the heat of his body as his face dawned up on her. She opened her eyes slowly as she felt his lips touch hers as his eyes closed. His manly lips pressed down onto her feminine ones, slowly locking his mouth with hers.

Kripa and Angad were still locked in a lip lock. Kripa's eyes were half open, feeling his lips press on her pink ones, with his tongue grazing over her lips, wanting to part her lips. Her cheeks were flushed as she felt his large hands hold her soft brown hair. His lips hovering over hers; lost in her arms. Her hands itched to touch him but she kept the urge and dug her fingers in the blanket, avoiding touching him.

Whilst Angad was lost; he had lost his senses, letting his desires take over. His tongue pushed over her lips lightly. He wanted her but there was still a barrier; he didn't want her to misunderstand him, to mistrust him. He felt her mouth part and slipped his tongue into hers, without realizing if she's awake or not. He deepened the kiss, letting his tongue taste every corner of her mouth.

Kripa could no longer control; she let her mouth part, allowing him to taste her; it felt so right, she thought. His male breath mingled with her breath; causing havoc to her senses. Her hands loosened the grip on her blanket and senselessly, she pulled him closer with her hands roaming in his soft full head.

Angad's eyes shot open, feeling her hands travel from his back to his head. Suddenly guilty, he released her mouth breathing hard and pulled out of her arms, sitting up, looking away culpably "I'm sorry" he spoke huskily "I shouldn't have done that"

Kripa looked towards him smiling slightly; only she knew how great it felt "It's alright" she spoke, her head bowed.

"I'm sorry" he repeated "It's my fault, I have controlled my urges"

She smiled "It's alright Angad; it happens sometimes" she answered, her head descending further as colour flew into her cheeks.

He looked back towards her to find her blushing like a blooming rose. His eyes caught her secretive smile and he grinned himself "did you like it?" he whispered coming closer.

She looked away, avoiding his piercing gaze "what are you talking about?"

"You know what I'm talking about" he answered, holding her chin.

She heaved inwardly at his touch "I don't" she slapped his hand away.

He chuckled "fine, I believe you" he whispered and lay flat on the bed; closing his eyes again. Kripa stared at his face smiling; oh it felt so good to be in his arms, she thought. A few minutes went; Kripa got bored sitting there doing nothing. She couldn't sleep after the previous incident and Angad was asleep beside her. She turned to him and shook him "Angad" he groaned and turned away "Angad, get up" she tried again

"What is it?" he moaned

"I'm bored" she complained "give me company"

"Hmm" he lay flat on his back, watching her frown "which company? Nike, Reebok, Adidas"

"Angad" she whined and whacked his arm "you know what I mean"

"Yeah" he pulled his cushion up and yawned "why don't you just go to sleep?" he advised

She looked away "I can't" he smiled knowing why "I mean, I don't feel sleepy"

"Ok" he answered and was silent thereafter "start talking then"

"You talk" she commanded

He looked at her mockingly "now I have to decide that as well" she nodded as he sighed "you are crazy" he nudged her nose.

She rubbed her nose "I'm not, you are" she pointed towards her nose "who hits there wife like this"

"Wow" he laughed "don't tell me that hurt"

"It did" she complained "and when we get home I'm going to tell mom what you've been doing and how you've been teasing me" she pouted

"Whatever" he turned towards her "that's only if I let you" and they continued talking randomly. Kripa didn't realize when her head drifted from her cushion to his broad comfortable chest. Angad looked down towards her; she looked like an angel, his angel, he smiled and cuddled her in his arms drifting to dreamland himself. He smiled in his sleep and couldn't help but notice his relationship with Kripa getting somewhere. It was a start and he loved it.

The next day, the four of them went around sight seeing, visiting historical places and fairs, enjoying themselves to the fullest. Kripa couldn't help but smile all day, the incident still clear in her mind, whilst Angad simply winked at her when he caught sight of her staring. Kavya and Anjali were too busy teasing and annoying each other to notice the love birds.

They rested in there rooms later that evening, relaxing, preparing to meet in Angad and Kripa's room that night. Anjali sat combing her tangled hair in front of the mirror when there was a knock on the door. She glanced at the clock and then at the door wondering who it could be. She shrugged her shoulders guessing it may be Kripa to drop by for a chat and opened the door. She was surprised to find Kavya in front of her "Kavya" she spoke

"Um, yes. Can I come in?" he asked

"Oh, sure" she stood aside to let him in and closed the door "Do you need something?" she asked

"No" he saw her looking confused "I mean yes" he fumbled with his fingers "actually, I want to talk to you"

"Hmm, go ahead" she said sitting beside him

"Actually, I—I---I"

"Carry on, or are you planning to say I for the rest of the time" she spoke annoyed

"I love you Anjali, I've loved you for a long time" he said directing looking into her brown orbs "I love you" he whispered. Anjali sat on the bed stunned staring at him unbelievingly. She looked away, not being able to take his piercing gaze, his words repeating over and over again.

Kavya watched her face closely trying to figure out her inner feeling. When she turned her face away he felt dejected but didn't lose hope. He stood up and walked out the room, giving her time to absorb what he just said. He hadn't told Kripa about this, but he was getting impatient and with all his courage said what was in his heart.

Anjali stared at the closed door after he left. She wasn't sure about what she heard. Questions spilled in her mind, confusing her even more. Not being able to take the confusion, she immediately picked her phone up and dialled kripa's number.

"Angad, what are you doing?" Kripa slapped his hand away "leave it, I'll do it myself" she said folding the clothes neatly "you can't do anything at all"

"Oh come on, I'm not a neat freak like you now, am I?"

"Yeah yeah" she rolled her eyes "learn to be then" she answered as she heard the phone ring "angad get my phone for me" she ordered pushing there clothes in the suitcase "I'm busy"

Angad shrugged his shoulders and picked her phone up "hello"

"Bhai, Anjali here"

"Oh Anju, umm, anything important?"

"Yes, give the phone to Kripa" she ordered

He rolled his eyes "Yes ma'am" He walked towards Kripa "Anjali's on the phone"

"Oh" she caught the phone, whilst folding the clothes with the other as Angad gazed at her "hello"

"Hi Kripa, I need to talk to you"

"Are you alright?" she asked concerned

"I'm fine" she sighed "I just need to talk to you, have dinner with me, I'll tell you everything"

"Ok, I'll be there in five minutes" and she held up "what?" she asked, watching Angad frown

"Where are you going?"

"I'm going to Anju's room" she placed the folded clothes in the suitcase "you'll have to finish this" she pointed "and please don't mess it up, I'll have dinner with her; you can carry on with Kavya"

"Why can't you have dinner here?" he whined

"Because Anjali needs me" she pushed some clothes in his hands "now start working, I'll be back after dinner" she kissed his cheek and slipped her small feet in her slippers "take care"

"Hmm" he looked at the clothes "don't be too long" he kissed her cheek as well

"I'll try, bye" she wiggled her fingers

"Bye" he answered once she left the room, passing a hand through his hair.

"What's wrong Anju?" Kripa asked as soon as Anjali opened the door

She looked down "Kavya came a while a go" she closed the door

Kripa looked at her surprised "why?"

Anjali sat on the bed "He came and told me, he loves me"

"What?" she spat "he said that?"

"Yeah" she looked away "I don't know what to do?"

"What did you say when he told you" she asked crossing her legs on the bed

"Nothing" she sighed "before I could react, he left"

Kripa heaved "What do you want Anjali?"

"I don't know" she said confused "I mean I like him but I don't know about love. Actually I don't know what love is"

"I understand" Kripa smiled "just tell him you need time, don't take a quick decision, think about it properly"

"Your right" she leaned back and picked the phone up to order dinner.

"So? What are you going to do after graduation" Anjali asked "I mean after all the stuff is over"

"I don't know, Mom said she wants me and Angad to get married again in public"

"I think she's right and it'll be fun"

"stressing as well" she leaned back "but I want to have it that way; I want to have a fresh start with Angad without all the complications in our relationship" she blurted

"Complications?" Anjali lifted a brow "what complications"

Kripa realized what she said "Oh nothing" she turned away "I should get going" she said

Anjali held her hand "tell me what complications? I told you everything, now you tell me"

Kripa sighed "Your right I guess" she looked down "I and Angad don't hare the relationship of a husband and wife" Anjali looked confused "I mean, we haven't got a physical relationship and all"

"What" Anjali looked at her horrified "and you're telling me now after it's been almost five months to your wedding"

"I didn't want to tell anyone and Angad didn't as well"

"Was it Bhai who told you to, you know stay away"

"No" she said quickly "It's not Angad's fault, its mine" she bowed her head "I told him I don't want a physical relationship"

"Why?" Anjali questioned "Didn't you like Bhai?"

"No, it's not that" she fumbled with her ring "The time was complicated; I still had the feeling that Angad married me for sympathy; I mean, I was about to be—be raped" she said quietly "I didn't want anything physical at that time and I barely knew Angad then; it had only been three weeks and all of a sudden everything happened and I was asked to marry him; I married for my parents at that time; Things were just so different then" she answered feeling the sheen wetness in her eyes "and I probably took advantage of Angad and his understanding but I wasn't prepared to start a physical relationship with someone I barely met"

"I understand" Anjali covered her hand "I know a girl can't just give herself totally to someone she hardly knows" she smiled "what about now? What do you think of Bhai now?"

"I don't know; I like it when he's close, he gives me a feel of protection and I love him for his understanding; he's always understood me" she smiled "I don't know what I feel for him, but he is the most important person in my life right now, he's my first priority" her hands joint under her chin "He's the greatest friend anyone can get, he's understanding, patient, friendly, messy and annoying at times but I like the way he is, I wouldn't want him without a single quality missing"

"Anyone can tell your in love with him" Anjali teased

Kripa's cheeks grew red "maybe I am" she smiled dreamily

Faiza

Pyaar
Chapter Sixteen

Days went by, travelling around the several places in Europe. After there lovely visit to Spain they had moved on to Italy, enjoying the delicious food it was recognized for; and then Amsterdam visiting several historical places, finally moving to Germany; which was enjoyable and for some strange reason Angad was excited to know he was in the country Hitler once ruled.

Anjali and Kripa were still lost in the turmoil of there confused feelings. The feel and bond just grew stronger; Kripa often caught blushing, whilst Anjali caught staring half the time. Kripa was on the moon, feeling the change in her, the urge of Angad's touch, wanting to feel his lips on hers, as the love grew in her heart. Whilst Anjali was simply confused, feeling awkward but couldn't stop herself from staring at Kavya.

The whole circle of friends were immersed in there own things. Charu and Akshat, the newly love birds were always in need of time alone, whilst josh being the person he is couldn't keep his hands off Minakshi. Krishna tulsi and laksh were currently dating, whilst Shabbir had become good friends with Rano; she may have been a tedious person but once you knew her she wasn't what she seemed. Pia and Bhoomi as usual would roam around various groups, spending time with the other class mates as well.

After two long weeks in Europe, they returned to enjoy there last week of university as well as there last week as students. They were excited to come back India; Europe was indeed beautiful but nothing is better than home.

After saying there goodbye's Kripa, Angad, Anjali and Kavya went straight to Khanna house. Kavya planned to go to his own house but Angad and Kripa insisted whilst Anjali simply stole glances.

They all stood outside the door, excited waiting for it to open. Nandini opened the door and was stunned to see them "Why didn't you tell us your coming"

Kavya walked forward "no hello, No Hi, no how are you, is this the way to greet someone"

"Kavya" Angad moved him aside "ignore him Bhabi, anyways hi, how are you?" he teased

Nandini shook her head "come inside, your probably tired" and she moved aside letting them inside. As they walked in with intentions to surprise everyone, they were surprised themselves. Kripa lips curved instantly as tears welled her eyes; she ran towards her father who sat with Mihir, chatting.

Om stood up immediately, taking his bubbly daughter into his arms. Her yearning for her parents took the toll and she cried in his arms with Angad and Om both trying to calm her down "I'm here now" Om started "stop crying"

"Kripa" Angad called "am I that bad" he teased. She laughed in between tears and hit Angad "ouch that hurt" Angad said rubbing his chest.

"I missed you papa" she spoke wiping her tears and clung to her father

"Me too" he whispered

"Where's mom?"

"She's gone to the temple with tulsi"

"And Bhai, Bhabi and Adi"

He smiled "his upstairs in the guest room" she kissed her fathers cheek

"I'll be back, let me surprise them" she took Anjali's hand and ran upstairs like a kid

Everyone giggled at her childish behaviour and Angad greeted his in laws, soon slipping away with Kavya to rest.

"No I don't want to eat" Adi whined

"Oh come on Adi, Kripa Bua is enjoying her time, let her; she'll be back soon" Kashish assured

"No, I won't eat until you call her"

"Adi" Sujal put his newspaper down "be a good boy; I'll phone Kripa in a while"

"Sujal Bhaiya" Kripa spoke delight as she watched her brother and sister in law fuss over her nephew.

Sujal and Kashish looked towards the door in glee at the sight "Kripa" he whispered taking her in his arms "How are you?" he asked kissing her head

"I'm fine and you" she looked up "How are you bhaiya?"

"After seeing you, I'm perfect" he released her, allowing her to greet the others. She walked towards Kashish and Adi in merriment.

"It's good to see you" Kashish said embracing her "we all missed you"

"Me too; you look much more beautiful than you are Bhabi"

Kashish giggled "and your face is glowing just as much" she smiled widely, seeing Kripa blush "and I think there's more to this glow"

"Bhabi" Kripa whined; Kashish smiled whilst Kripa kneeled in front of Adi "Hi Adi"

"You didn't miss us Bua" he stated

"I did, who told you I didn't" she held his cheek

"Then why are you so late? You should have been here when we came"

"Aww" Kripa took him in her arms "I missed you baby" she pressed him "I would have come earlier if you told me"

"Ok" he wiped his tears "you're forgiven"

Kripa laughed "hey that's supposed to be my line"

"It's mine now" he grinned and made a face when Kripa kissed his cheek "Eww" he exclaimed "give that to Angad uncle, not me" he teased

"Adi" she whined turning red

"Where is Angad?" Sujal asked walking towards her

"Oh shit" Kripa hit her forehead "Bhai, I'll see you in a bit; I have to go" she rushed towards the door

"But, where are you going?"

"In my room; Angad is going to turn it upside down if I don't go now" she answered rushing out.

Sujal smiled with tears in his eyes; Kashish put a hand on his shoulder "I know she's happy" he whispered and hugged his wife, delighted that his baby sister got the right life partner.

"Angad" Kripa groaned "you made a mess again"

He looked up from the suitcase he was digging in "I can't find the presents we bought for everyone"

She walked towards him and hit his head whilst he rubbed it frowning "ask me before you start looking; there in my suitcase" she informed folding the clothes, putting them aside"

"Sorry" he apologized "but you didn't have to hit me" She glared at him "Ok, ok"

"What ok; help me; you made the mess"

He rolled his eyes "do I have an option?" she shook her head "then why request, just order and he helped her clean up. Soon both freshened up, changed there clothes and walked down the stairs.

Meanwhile, Kavya and Anjali were busy stealing glances, which seemed to have been caught by the cunning eyes of Nandini and Adi as well. Kripa and Angad let them continue peacefully, knowing completely why they were like that.

"Why do you two keep looking at each other?" Adi asked out of the blue, leaving the two flustered.

Kavya and Anjali couldn't more thankful to god that the elders at to a distance in there own discussions. But there minds were still tensed knowing the others were around. Anjali looked at Kripa pleadingly, in hope of help "Adi" Kripa called

"Yes"

"How's your school going?"

"Great. My teacher was really pleased with my work"

"Hmm, good boy" she kissed his cheek and laughed at his expression "don't pretend you didn't like it" he rolled his eyes making her laugh "Ok, ok" she held his shoulders "did you miss me?"

"Of course" she smiled "not" and frowned "why would I miss you?"

"Adi" she held his ear "you cheeky monkey"

He moaned "leave me alone"

Angad came to his rescue "Kripa leave his ear" he pushed her hand away "and why are you talking about yourself?"

She glared at him "no one asked you to interrupt, so zip your mouth and go away"

"Bua" Adi interrupted "you're not supposed to speak to your husband that way"

"Don't worry Adi" Angad sulked "I'm use to it" Kripa glared at him "She shouldn't talk to me like that but you know how demanding your Bua is"

"Angad" she growled "wait till I see you alone; you'll remember clearly how demanding I am" she clenched her teeth

"Kripa" Angad said horrified "Have some shame" she looked at him baffled "you started talking about our bedroom time again, I know you're eager darling but there's children here" he patted Adi and winked at Kripa

"Bhai leave her alone" Anjali protested seeing Kripa flush with embarrassment

"What?" he pulled his hands up "All I said was if she's in the mood of a kiss or more then she should say it silently, not in front of everyone" he teased

"Excuse me" Kripa stood up and rushed up the stairs blushing

"Angad" Kavya spoke "that wasn't nice"

"I agree" Anjali repeated "Now go and bring her down, that was more than embarrassing"

"ok, ok" he put his hands up in defence "God, cant take a joke" he mumbled "It's natural" he spoke louder and turned back "When you and Kavya get married then you'll understand why I said that" he blurted and walked up the stairs, leaving Anjali and Kavya flustered

"Why did Bua leave?" Adi asked confused

"Because she was embarrassed" Anjali answered

"Why?" he asked curiously

"Because Angad talks in such a way, she can't help but be embarrassed" Kavya joined

"So?" he said "There's nothing to be embarrassed about"

"You won't understand Adi" Anjali reasoned

Adi sighed "fine, but why did you two go red when Angad uncle talked about your marriage?" he asked, making them uneasy again.

Nandini came to their rescue "Adi, your mom's calling you?"

"Ok" and he ran towards Kashish

"And Kavya, stay the night" Nandini ordered "it's late, I'll tell mom" she walked towards the kitchen "and I want to talk to you as well, come tonight"

"Anything serious?"

"No, can't I talk to you anyways?"

"Yeah, yeah" he rolled his eyes and watched her giggle

Meanwhile, Kripa sat on her bed with her pillow resting to her chest, her chin leaning on the soft material, with a smile playing on her lips as she revised her thoughts.

Angad walked into the room and grinned as he watched Kripa smile dreamily; He walked towards her and sat next on the soft mattress, moving closer to her neck "Did you like what I said that much?" he blew hot air in her neck.

Startled Kripa jerked, causing Angad's lips to brush her slender neck; he closed his eyes in glee, whilst Kripa tried her best not to blush, plastering anger which was vain since Angad's gaze did nothing but make her feel flustered. He smirked watching her try her best to paste anger "What are you smiling for?" she barked

"Hmm, just" he answered, his smile widening

"Only mad people smile without reasons"

"Oh really?" he asked with a raised brow "you mean to say I'm mad?" he questioned; she nodded her head with a grin "then why were smiling a while ago, that too, to yourself, go look in the mirror" he pointed; she looked away embarrassed "you could tell clearly you were blushing"

"No" she looked away "I-I wasn't" she stammered

"Then why are you stuttering?"

"Me" she pointed "I'm not"

"Oh come on Kripa" he held her elbows "accept it"

"Why shall I accept when I haven't—"

"Oh really, then why are your cheeks red and why are you avoiding my eyes" he asked taking her shoulders

"Umm" she looked everywhere but at him "you see" she caught sight of the sun shining from the window "yeah, umm, I'm hot"

"in an air conditioner?" he asked; she looked towards the air conditioner "for your information the air conditioner is working and your just making things up" she turned her face, since it was almost impossible to hide her feelings; Angad held her face turning it towards himself "now look at me and tell me, your hot"

She averted his gaze "Angad, look over there" she pointed towards the window behind him, he turned to see but immediately turned when he felt Kripa pull out of his grip. She rushed towards the bathroom, whilst Angad just smirked watching her.

He fell flat on the bed, looking at the bathroom door "run how much you want Kripa, but you'll be in my arms, telling me you love me soon" he smiled and closed his eyes.

Kripa avoided Angad all day; she always kept company to avoid and slipped away when he approached. When she was talking with Anjali; Angad slipped his hands around her shoulder, whilst she nudged him "you wont be able to run too long, so don't" he smiled at Anjali who watched him curiously "we'll be alone in the bedroom; goodnight" he kissed her cheek and walked to his bedroom.

"Now, what do I do?" she mumbled

She was interrupted by Adi "Bua" he screamed across the hallway

"What is it Adi? Everyone is asleep" she shushed him

"Sorry" he held his ears "can I sleep with you tonight? I just asked mom"

"Perfect" Kripa mumbled with a grin; Adi looked at her confused "I mean, of course, go and get changed; I'll be in my room"

"Thank you Bua" he kissed her cheek "I love you"

"I love you too"

Kripa walked up the stairs excited to see Angad's reaction; he sure wouldn't be expecting Adi. But one part of her was nervous to see his reaction; the way he would show his feelings towards her. She had realized her feelings, she was in love; in love with her husband but she was waiting for the right time. She wanted the bond to be stronger and the moment to be very special; making it the most memorable moment of there lives. She knew he was waiting eagerly; her fervour was just as much but to cherish the moment he would have to wait.

She quietly crept into her room after checking no one was there. She casually walked in with a sigh of relief and headed towards the bathroom after taking out a pair of blue Pyjama's; but a hand pulled her, causing her to crash into his strong muscular body. Angad pushed her to the wall; leaning onto her petite figure; crushing her softness under his chest. He nuzzled her neck as she heaved, trying to cope with the situation "what are you doing Angad?" she asked huskily

He ignored her question and said "you haven't answered my question yet" he rubbed his nose to her neck

"What question?" she asked in her drowsy state

"You know what I'm talking about"

"No, I don't, what are you talking about?"

"Oh really?" he moved his face from her neck looking at her downcast eyes displayed on her flushed face "Look into my eyes and say the same"

She looked away "leave me Angad" she struggled "Adi will be here any minute"

He looked at her curiously "why is Adi coming?"

"He's sleeping with me tonight"

"You're lucky this time" he traced his finger on her face "but you won't be lucky all the time will you?"

She breathed unevenly "leave me Angad" she pushed onto his chest "he'll be here in a while"

His hands framed her waist, whilst his nose pressed to her cheek "he's not here yet" he whispered

Kripa looked everywhere in panic as his hands played havoc with her, whilst his proximity was enough to cause chaos to her sanity "Adi" she called loudly in desperation

"Kripa" angad put a hand to her mouth "what are you doing?" he asked irately

She pushed his hand away "I'm calling him so you leave me"

"God Kripa" he placed his forehead onto hers "you always have it your way" he left her body, leaving his hand on hers

"Angad let me go I said"

He caressed her hand "no, it wont harm" he looked into her pleading eyes "once we're alone we'll see how you escape from me"

She looked into his eyes, turning a shade of red "leave me Angad" she said quietly

"I didn't take your hand to leave it" he replied; pressing it to his lips

She sighed "are you leaving my hand or not?" she asked

"No" he answered caressing it

"Final" she asked with raised brows

"Final" he answered boldly

She smiled sweetly "you are impossible" he smirked and jerked once he felt kripa's teeth dig into his skin. He held his hand blowing on it as Kripa escaped to the bathroom once again.

"What's wrong uncle?" Adi asked walking inside; Angad smirked watching Adi approach him; he looked back at the bathroom and the then Adi; something was cooking in his naughty mind.

Meanwhile, Kavya walked into Nandini's room to find his brother in law working on his laptop "Hi Karan bhaiya" he greeted

"Kavya, what a surprise"

He smiled "Where's my sister?"

"She's in the bathroom; what brings you here at this time?" he glanced his watch

"Nothing bhaiya, your wife called me"

"Oh" he looked towards the bed "sit" Kavya sat down "so, how are your studies going?"

"Great, I'm almost graduating and thinking of helping dad in his business"

"That's good" he patted his back "god knows where Angad got the idea of music" he said irately

"At least he has a better choice than you" Nandini said coming out of the bathroom "you people are so boring"

Karan sighed "ok, ok; Kavya said you wanted said you wanted to talk to him so go and talk to him; leave my business alone"

Nandini rolled her eyes, whilst Kavya giggled and walked out the room "what did you want to say di?"

"Promise me you'll tell me the truth"

"Promise"

"What's going on in between you and Anjali?" she asked seriously

Kavya looked away "there's nothing, what are you talking about?"

"Kavya you promised" she reminded

"I hate you di" he spoke "you always do this to me"

"Not my fault, now tell me"

"Ok, you see" he looked away "I-I, Ughh" he turned around "I'm n love with Anjali"

"Really?" she asked; he nodded "and Anjali?"

"She'll love me soon" he answered with a smile

"You mean its only one sided" she asked

"Well maybe, I don't know, she hasn't said anything yet"

"Then how can you say that she doesn't love you?"

"She does" he grinned "I can see it in her eyes"

"Hmm "she teased "who else know? "She asked seriously

"Angad and Kripa"

"I knew it" she narrowed her eyes "why didn't you tell me? I'm your sister"

"I didn't tell them either; they read my diary"

"Diary?" then it struck her "when did you write a diary and—and" she looked at him "how long have you loved her for?"

He avoided her eyes "it's been three years"

"And I find out now" she shrieked

"Di, please, don't be shocked; go to sleep, my nephew is tired"

She shook he head "your impossible" she walked to her bedroom "goodnight"

"Goodnight" he giggled

Angad watched the bathroom door intently, waiting for the door to open "uncle, Bua will be here in a while, why are you getting so impatient?" he asked mischievously

"I'm not getting impatient" he looked at Adi "and you remember what to ask her? She won't tell me"

He sighed "as you say, after all I'm going to get a few chocolates in return, aren't I?" he winked

"Yeah, yeah" he heard the door unlock and immediately lifted his magazine from the side table. He winked at Adi who grinned in return.

Kripa smiled widely as she noticed Adi sitting on her bed; it saved her from facing Angad "Bua, you take so long in the bathroom" Adi complained

She sighed "sorry" she held her ears as she put her clothes in the closet "now go to sleep, it's already late"

"Who said I came to sleep?"

"What else do you do at midnight?" she asked as she caught Angad glancing at her

"Well, we can always do what you did" she opened her mouth "I mean you know, go on the terrace and dance or make faces in the clouds" he replied

"Adi" she whined "it was meant to be a secret"

"I don't remember?" he scratched his head "or maybe I didn't get enough chocolates for it" he hinted

"Adi" she held his ear, sitting next to me "you're getting naughtier day by day"

"Ouch" he moaned "leave my ear and what's so special about your secret, uncle's your husband, it doesn't matter if he knows"

Angad closed his book" exactly, why hide things from me?" he winked

"Well, you don't need to know" she gritted her teeth

"Bua" Adi said "your very bad, you shouldn't talk to uncle like that" Kripa looked at him with a frown "and why did you bite uncle when I came to this room?" he asked

She looked horrified "How do you know?"

"I saw you" he said "tell me Bua" he pulled on her gowns sleeve

"Umm, it was nothing"

"Bua, tell me" he whined

"Adi, don't moan"

"Adi, she won't tell you" Angad moved towards him "I'll tell you"

"No Angad its fine, he doesn't need to know" Kripa glared

"Why are you glaring at me? I get scared" he teased

"Bua, I want to know" Adi said curiously

She sighed "I'm tired Adi"

"Not fair Bua" he moaned "you're avoiding me"

"Very bad Kripa" Angad smirked and took Adi's arm "if you don't want to tell him then I'll tell him"

She smiled forcefully "it's alright Angad; you dont need to tell him" she turned towards Adi "come on go to sleep"

"It doesn't matter Kripa" Angad winked "as I was saying Adi—"

He was cut off "you don't have to Angad" she said a little convincingly "and Adi, stop moaning" she scolded "if you want to sleep with me then close your eyes and go to sleep"

"But Kripa, what's so wrong if Adi knows?" Angad argued "look Adi she simply—" He stopped with a hand on his mouth "mhhhh" he moaned and pulled her hands off his lips "what are you doing Kripa?

She rolled her eyes "just shut up Angad and go to sleep" she cupped Adi's cheek "you too, come on, be a good boy"

"Ok" he looked here and there "can I sleep on the side?" he asked

Kripa glanced at Angad who winked in return "no Adi, sleep in the middle"

"Please Bua; I don't like it in the middle"

"Adi, be a good boy"

"I am, please Bua" he pleaded

"Come on Kripa" Angad spoke "if he's requesting, let him"

She blew a sigh "fine" she spoke "Angad move in the middle" she commanded

"Bua, I want to sleep with you?" Adi said

"You'll make me sleep in the middle wont you?" he nodded "fine" she lay between Adi and Angad, feeling uneasy as Angad's chest pressed against her back; whilst he blew air on her neck.

"Bua" she heard Adi call a few minutes later

"Why aren't you asleep Adi?" she patted him

"My kiss" he pointed

Kripa smiled at his innocence and kissed his cheeks "goodnight" she patted him "now go to sleep"

"What about my kiss?" Angad spoke, grinning shamelessly

"You're not a kid Angad" she reasoned

"I'm a not a kid as well Bua" Adi fought "I'm a strong boy" she was about to speak "just give uncle a kiss, the way mom gives dad a kiss"

She looked at Angad angrily but kissed his cheek; he put his other cheek forward and she kissed it when Adi began to speak "there you go, now both of you go to sleep" she switched the lights off and lay patting Adi to sleep. Minutes later she felt Angad's arms crawl around her waist, hugging her tightly, whilst he pressed a single kiss to her back and fell asleep. She couldn't argue with Adi in the room but she would sure teach Angad a lesson.

The next morning Kripa woke up in Angad's arms, her face pressed to his slightly bare chest. She blushed a deep shade of red and kissed his stubble cheek. She slipped out of his arms and dressed into a black salwar suit; sending Adi to his room after her shower and then Angad, taunting him between whilst he just smirked at her.

Soon they all left for university. Angad and Kripa were busy with rehearsals, practising for the carnival; whilst Kavya and Anjali were hanging out all day, noticed by many class mates and students.

Kavya and Anjali were walking side by side in the park, giving glances occasionally. Finally, Kavya with his entire courage spoke "Anjali" she looked at him "umm, can you" he fumbled with his fingers "I mean us" she looked at him puzzled "I mean you know"

"Kavya say it clearly"

"Ok, umm can you" he held his head "Oh this is hard" he looked at her "will you go to the prom as my date?" he asked

"What?" she looked at him astonished

"If you're not comfortable with it, I completely understand" he added

"Kavya I—"she was interrupted

"I know you feel bad saying no, but don't hesitate, I want take it bad" he assured

"But—"

"Please Anjali, don't take the decision as pity, if you don't want to—"

She cut in this time "are you going to listen to me" she asked

"Oh" he scratched his head embarrassed "I'm sorry"

"Its ok" she smiled "I'll go with you"

"it's alright Anju, I understand" and then he looked up "oh, did you just say you'll go with me?" he asked, she nodded "Oh, thank you so much" he hovered over her taking her into his arms and pressed her to his chest

"Kavya" he heard her say

"Oh" he moved back "sorry" he looked away "I was a little excited"

She pushed her hair behind her ear "it's alright"

"Shall we leave?" Kavya asked changing the topic"

"I guess" and they walked towards his car, going home.

Whilst Angad and Kripa came home quite late due to there rehearsals. Tired to there bone they went straight to there room and rested; Angad fell asleep as the tiredness took its toll; whilst Kripa simply stared at him. She decided go downstairs and see what the others were doing. She walked down the stairs to find everyone planning something "what's going on?" she asked sitting beside Anjali

"We're preparing Bhai's surprise birthday party"

Kripa smiled widely "is it Angad's birthday tomorrow?" she said

"No" Anjali smiled "its Karan bhaiya's birthday and we're planning his surprise party in front of him" she said sarcastically

Kripa frowned whilst Karan giggled "its Angad's birthday Kripa; stop teasing her Anju"

"What are you lot planning?" Kripa asked

"A party" Anjali answered

"Anju" Kripa hit her "stop teasing me"

Anjali laughed "ok, ok" she pushed her hands "but you have to one thing"

"I'll do anything" Kripa replied happily

"Looks like someone's a little too happy about Angad's birthday" Nandini teased

"Bhabi" Kripa whined

Nandini giggled "you only have to one thing which is to keep Angad out of the house so we can prepare it all"

"Oh" she smiled "that's easy, I'll do that"

"And" Anjali spoke; Kripa looked at her "you're not going to wish Bhai"

"But why?" she whined, whilst everyone chuckled at her impatient behaviour

Anjali sighed "because we're giving him something called a surprise party and if you wish him it will go down the drain"

"But I want to wish him"

"Why are getting so impatient?" Kashish hit her shoulder playfully whilst Kripa blushed

"Umm, it's nothing, ok, I wont wish him" she sulked

After a lot of discussion, Kripa headed to her room, leaving the others to organize the party. She found Angad awake, sitting on the bed. She smiled at him; took her clothes and changed into her pink pyjama's "aren't you going to call Adi today?" Angad asked with a smirk as she got into the covers

"No"

"Why?" he asked

"Because you took advantage of it" she sat beside him

He leaned closer "I don't need Adi to do what I did yesterday; I can do all that in his absence"he whispered

"Yeah, yeah" she rolled her eyes "you can't do anything"

"Oh really, are you that confident?" he asked moving closer; she nodded. He pushed her down, laying her and hovered his body on hers "are you still confident?" he whispered

"Yeah" she answered "you won't do anything else"

He moved forward, they were a whispering distance "shall I go further?" he asked passionately

"It's up to you" she replied in a husky voice. He grinned and pressed his lips to hers. She giggled into his mouth as her hands pressed down onto his head, deepening the kiss. She felt his tongue part her mouth as she opened hers, letting her tongue mingle with his, letting him savour her taste; whilst his hands caressed her bare waist under her night shirt. They continued there passionate kiss, enjoying themselves, tasting each other. She pulled him closer as he pressed deeper into her mouth. They continued till they ran out of breathe. They didn't care what the other thought because they knew the others feelings. There was only a barrier of three simple words. There was only a difference of three words; I love you.

Angad and Kripa hadn't said a word to each other after there kiss; not because they felt awkward, neither were they worried about what the other thought but they were both flushed from the romantic kiss. They may have known what the other thought but it just felt really weird blushing in front of each other without confession.

Kripa opened her eyes to the bright son; she looked up and found Angad sleeping with his mouth slightly aloof. She smiled; he looked so cute and kissed his forehead "happy birthday Angad" she whispered. She kissed his cheek; pushed his hair back and smiled. She slipped out of the covers, walking towards the bathroom.

Minutes later she emerges wearing cut off jeans with a baby pink v neck t-shirt. She found Angad still sleeping, lying flat on his back. Let's give him a bad start to the day she thought. She walked up to him cheekily and bent forward. She noticed his eyes blink, whilst they were scrunched and his lips were simply hiding his suppressed smile. She knew he woke up the moment she walked out the bathroom after all the fidgeting.

She sat beside him and caressed his hair, whilst his suppressed smile started to reveal. She bent her head towards his as he peeked through his lashes; she suppressed her grin and leaned towards his lips. He probably assumed a kiss but she diverted her lips to his ear, biting it hard "ouch" he sat up immediately, holding his ear "what was that for?" he asked

"For being lazy" she answered "and pretending to sleep" she smirked

"You knew" he looked at her surprised

"Yes, well you can blame your hidden smile or your blinking eyes" she patted his cheek "now hurry up and get ready"

"Any special occasion?" he asked with a spark in his eyes

"Nothing I know of" she picked the brush up "now hurry up, we have rehearsals"

"Oh" he looked own disappointed "do you want to say anything?" he asked expectantly

"Yes" she sat in front of the mirror brushing her long waist length hair

"Really" he smiled "what is it?"

"You're taking me shopping after the rehearsals"

"Shopping?" he scrunched his nose "can it wait? I really don't want to go today. We'll be late if we go anyways"

"I asked mom and mom said yes. You have to take me" she looked at him pleadingly "please otherwise"

He sighed "I know, I know. You won't talk to me and then you'll go around complaining to everyone"

"Exactly, so you're taking me; ok"

"Kripa please"

She turned around "please Angad"

He blew a sigh "do I have a choice?"

"No"

"Then why ask, just order"

She smirked "that's exactly what I'm doing"

"Fine" he scoffed

She kissed his cheek "thank you"

He held his cheek and grinned "I don't mind taking you shopping tomorrow as well if I get a kiss again"

"Shut up Angad" she growled "and hurry up" she pulled him out of the bed "you have fifteen minutes" she pushed him into the bathroom "otherwise no breakfast" he frowned whilst she laughed and closed the bathroom door.

Minutes later Angad walked down the stairs looking fresh with his white striped shirt and blue jeans "hey Kavya" he greeted noticing his presence

"Hey" he answered

Angad sat next to him seeing everyone busy into there own conversations "any luck with Anju?" he asked quietly

"Yeah" he smiled turning a shade of pink "she said yes to come to the prom with me"

"That's great" Angad spoke "I'm happy for you" he smiled "now stop blushing, Anjali's looking" he muttered and laughed

Angad looked here and there. He felt miserable and upset; no on had wished him. He understood why Kripa didn't remember, after all he had only told her once and it was his first birthday with her but what about his family, they didn't remember. He didn't expect that from his father and mother but everyone forgot that he was turning twenty two today.

His thoughts were interrupted "lets go, we'll be late" he heard Kripa

"Oh" he stood up "lets go" he looked back "Kavya Anjali, we're talking to you as well"

"We know" Anjali spoke "we're not coming"

"But why?" he asked

"It's the last day Bhai and all the rehearsals and all are going on. There's nothing to do; so I'm going to chill at home"

"Then what is Kavya doing here?" he asked suspiciously

"Oh, I came to drop mom here; she wanted to visit Parvati aunty" he explained

"Oh; are you sure?" he asked expectantly

"Sure about what?" he asked

"Nothing" he turned away "I'll see you later"

"Bye"

"Bye" and he followed behind Kripa

Angad and Kripa were busy with rehearsal's all day; after all it was there last carnival and they wanted to give there best. Whilst for Kripa she wanted it to be a good impact since it was her first and last in the university. None of Angad's friends had come to there classes as well; he was growing suspicious but Kripa reasoned them to be watching a movie in the theatres as Anjali had supposedly informed.

Meanwhile at Khanna house everything was in havoc. Nandini was clearly resting since no one let her touch a thing reasoning her pregnancy, whilst the ladies were busy in the kitchen preparing the party food, although they were advised to order but they wanted to make it themselves. The men had gone to office whilst Sujal and Om tagged along; then came home earlier; not wanting to miss the surprises. The youngsters were busy decorating too lazy to book a designer since it was family and friends function.

Anjali was busy hanging the blue cloth around the hall when Kavya sneaked behind her, catching hold of her waist. Anjali shrieked but calmed as she saw Kavya in the mirror in front "Kavya" she scolded "this isn't the right place, someone will catch you"

"No one will notice, there busy" he squeezed her waist "by the way, I like your open hair; this bun doesn't look nice, you look older"

"What shall I do?" she asked releasing herself

"I was advising you" he spoke

"Well I don't need it" she said pinning the cloth to the wall

"Fine" he scoffed "don't take my advice" and he left

Anjali smiled shyly. She loved seeing Kavya irritated; he looked cute. She kept her hair tied through out the day, watching Kavya frown all day long; it was amusing. Whist Kavya was simply irritated, she should have kept his choice in mind, he thought.

On the other hand, Angad was agitated. No one had wished him; no one remembered his birthday and to top it all up; Kripa was annoying the hell of him. She was complaining about one thing or the other, fussing, screaming shouting. He sighed; they had finished rehearsals at seven and Kripa wanted to visit the mall for something. It was almost nine; he thought looking at his mobile "let's go Kripa" he said

Kripa looked puzzled "no, I'm hungry" she whined "I want to eat something"

"We'll eat when we're home" he said "lets go"

"Please Angad" she pleaded "my stomach's growling" she spoke

"Fine" Angad sighed and led her to a fast food restaurant

"Is everything going fine?" Anjali asked; she was talking to Kripa on the phone

"Yeah; he's just a little moody" she answered; she noticed Angad's head shoot up "ok, I'll talk to you at home, we're on our way" she hinted

"Oh, Bhai is with you?" she asked

"Yeah, I'll see you in a while"

"Why were you talking about me?" Angad asked

"I wasn't" she answered casually, looking through her purse "Anjali was asking about Adi" she looked up "he got upset with her"

"Oh" he looked forward disappointed once again

Meanwhile at Khanna house; all the friends and family were set. They were simply waiting for his arrival; doing last minute things. Anjali was dressed in a midnight blue chiffon sari; her hair left open with slight curls towards the end. She pushed pass Kavya many times, trying to seek his attention. He got the message and stood by her "you finally took my advice" he whispered

"I didn't" she answered "Adi said it looked nice so I left my hair open"

"Oh really" he looked at her with a glint in his eyes

She looked at him "yes"

She was interrupted by laksh's voice "off the lights, there coming" he shouted. Everyone immediately switched the lights off standing together at the side of the banner.

Angad and Kripa entered the house finding darkness surrounding them "why are the lights off?" Angad asked

Kripa hit his head "everyone's probably asleep"

He looked towards her "it's all your fault, you wanted to do shopping so late in the—"

He was cut off "surprise" everyone shouted with the lights turning on

Angad looked at everyone delighted "you remembered" he mumbled

"Happy birthday" they spoke

"Yeah" Kripa answered "let's go inside" he walked forward but she held his hand "by the way happy birthday" she wished whilst he smiled

They walked inside, with everyone greeting Angad one by one "happy birthday" tulsi kissed his forehead "go upstairs, your clothes are on the bed" she informed

"Ok mom" Kripa replied and pulled Angad upstairs who was too overwhelmed to care to change his sweaty clothes.

Angad held his black suit in his hands and headed to the bathroom. He came out dressed in a black suit with a black shirt with the red tie making it look exclusive. He found Kripa sitting on the bed still dressed in her cut off jeans; her hands under her chin "what's wrong?" he asked "why haven't you changed?" he said spraying his deodorant on himself

"Mom gave me a sari" she spoke "I don't know how to tie a sari"

"You dont know how to wear a sari?" he looked at her curiously "why?"

"I've never worn one; well I did on Sujal bhaiya's wedding but mom helped me then" she looked at him pleadingly "can you send Anjali upstairs?"

"Why Anjali?" he looked at her cheekily "why not me?"

"You know how to tie a sari?" she asked surprised

"Well; yes" he answered "I do" he said tying his laces

"How do you know?" she asked suspiciously

"Hmm" he looked at her "I sense jealousy"

"I'm not jealous" she said quickly

"And when did I say I was talking about you" she looked away "ok, ok" he held her shoulders "I had to learn it when I was at school because I was playing a girl in that role" he answered a little embarrassed

Kripa laughed "you and a girl" she held his cheek "you must have looked horrible"

"No" he looked offended "I looked quite nice actually"

"Yeah, yeah"

He pushed her towards the bathroom "wear your petty coat and blouse; I'll help you with the sari"

"No Angad" she held his hands "I'm fine, just send Anjali upstairs" she said a little uncomfortable

"Do you trust me?" he asked

"I do; it's just that—"

"If you trust me then you'll let me help you" he stated

She sighed and walked in the bathroom with her garments. Minutes later she walked out of the bathroom dressed in midnight black, with slight antique black embroidery. She covered her chest with her arms; feeling uneasy. Angad gave her a scarf to cover her self up and started at his task. He sat on his knee's folding the materiel to set the sari. He pinned her sari whilst Kripa felt tingles in her skin as his touch sent sensations down her spine. He finally pushed the material over her shoulder, folding it and pinning it "that looks good" he said observing it "and you look hot" he winked

Kripa lowered her eyes "thanks"

Whilst he laughed; took her hand and descended down the stairs after she was done with a slight touch of makeup.

The party went on well with the sequence of cutting the cake, birthday bumps and so on. Soon the couples started dancing to slow music. Angad looked towards Kripa and extended his hand; she smiled and took his hand. Angad slid his hands on her waist, pulling her closer whilst her hands rested on his shoulders. They stared into the depths of each others eyes "thanks" Angad whispered

"For what?" she asked confused

"For giving me a great birthday gift"

"I haven't given you a gift yet" she smiled "and this party was organized by everyone else not me"

"Yes" he slid his hands on her back "but if you didn't annoy me all day then I would have ended up destroying the surprise" he spoke, bumping his forehead to hers

"Hmm" she leaned onto him as his arms surrounded her, hugging her to his chest

"I love you Kripa" he whispered minutes later

"I love you too" she whispered lost in the magical moment. Angad looked at her stunned; she had finally confessed. He would kiss her full on the mouth if there weren't s many people around him. He smiled and looked at her whilst he celebrated within.

Pyaar
Part Seventeen

Kripa looked up into Angad's sparkling eyes. She hadn't realized when the words slipped out; she didn't plan it but it was still a memorable moment, the ideal moment she wanted. She could see the reflection of happiness in Angad's eyes.

Angad was on top of the world, he wanted to shower his love upon her but they were in the wrong place. He wanted to kiss those rosy pink lips of hers; kiss the love out them, loving her. All he could do was tell her through his eyes how happy he was. They were the centre of attention; he couldn't do anything. He felt so vulnerable but the happiness was much more. Where he had waited so long he could wait a little longer; he thought and squeezed her petite figure in his arms.

Kripa and Angad stared into each others eyes; conveying silent messages through there eyes. They conveyed there love through there eyes. They swayed to the rhythm as two bodies but there souls were one; swaying together in a unity dance. They were lost in there own world; still aware of the world around them.

Kavya and Anjali swayed to the music in each others arms. It was noticed by many of the elders but they pushed the thoughts aside reasoning it to be a sense of growing up. Kavya looked down at Anjali who swayed in his arms "you know, you like nice in saris" he complimented; she looked up at him "I don't like the short skirts you wear" he informed

"What shall I do about it?" she asked

"Well, follow it; you might look a little more decent" he teased

"Oh please, I do look decent" she boasted "I am one of the most decent girls"

"Yeah, yeah. Just, make sure you look decent enough for me on the prom night. I don't want to make a fool of myself"

"Ok" she answered; and then hit him as realization tapped into her "Kavya" she hit his chest "you donkey, monkey, cow, duffer"

He caught her hands "cool it, cool it" he looked around "we're not alone"

"Ughh" she grunted in anger

"You know, you look better with a smile, this anger doesn't suit you" he scratched his chin "but then again, you hardly smile so you just look different"

Her hands were on his chest "are you asking for a punch?"

"Hmm, let me see" he tapped his chin "I wouldn't mind" he looked at her mischievously "it will be your love for me even if you throw your shoe at me"

"Oh shut up" she pushed him "and forget it" she walked away giving company to Bhoomi and Pia, whilst Kavya pushed his hair back and smiled showing his glowing white teeth.

Gradually; his friends started to leave, going on long drives with there loved ones or for a romantic walk. His family slowly started to depart to there rooms, wishing him a happy birthday before leaving. Angad waited patiently, wanting to take Kripa into his arms right then.

Kripa had left a while ago, whilst Angad stayed to host the leaving friends. Angad planned to go straight to his room as soon as his friends left but fate wasn't with him. Anjali, Nandini and Adi came to pamper him, when he didn't want that at all.

"Bhai, please, you always take us for a late night treat on your birthday, why not today?"

"Anju please" he pleaded "I'm tired" he yawned to prove it "I'll take you tomorrow"

"Angad, you won't be able to tomorrow, you have your performance in the carnival" Nandini reminded "why are you refusing"

"Bhabi" he looked at her insistently "please understand"

"Uncle please" Adi pulled at his leg

Angad sighed; they weren't going to let him go "ok, what do you want; hurry up and tell me"

"Ok, an ice cream, then we can go to a nice restaurant and treat us; then take us for a long drive and then we can go to the beach and then—"

"Does this list finish?" he asked; Anjali nodded and was about to continue with the list when Angad rushed towards the stairs "I'm not coming" he shouted from the top "I'm tired and in no mood" and he rushed to his room; whilst they all were left protesting.

Angad walked into his room to find Kripa looking ever so beautiful; waiting for him on the bed. She had changed her clothes into a silky black night suit. He walked towards her; whilst she was lost in her thoughts. He blew air into her ear; taking her out of dreamland "I love you" he whispered. Pink colour fused into her cheeks whilst her eyes lowered "say you love me too" he whispered; breathing on to her neck. She shook her head, feeling nervous all of a sudden "say it" he held her hands to her back and pressed a kiss to her swan like neck. She breathed unevenly but shook her head "say you love me" he repeated his lips travelling to her shoulders as he slid the material off.

"I love you too" she whispered moving away

He smiled and held her shoulders while she looked down unable to meet his passionate gaze. He turned around and held her chin, lifting her face to meet his eyes "thank you" he spoke "this is the best gift I could ever get" he took her into his arms "I love you Kripa; stay by my side like this forever"

She smiled and looked up at him "I will" she held his cheek "I can't imagine my life without you"

He smiled "me too" he kissed her eyelids "you're the best thing that ever happened to me" he confessed; kissing her nose.

"Same here" she whispered as her breathe became uneven as his lips brushed her flushed cheeks. Her hands tightened onto his back as his lips pressed to hers, letting his tongue explore her mouth. His tongue duelled with hers, playing with hers, tasting each other as there hands moved restlessly on each other. Kripa stopped responding as his hands started to part her night shirt. Her hands loosened on his shirt; her body stilled feeling his eager passion. He realized her stilled state and pulled out of the passionate kiss "are you alright?" he asked; he understood immediately, when she crossed her arms on her chest. She wasn't ready. He breathed heavily, trying to control his passion and held her face "I understand" he started "If you don't want to go into a physical relationship then I wont force you too" her eyes blinked with tears welling "don't cry" he wiped her eyes "I love you Kripa, not your body; I love you for what you are. I don't need to have a physical relationship with you to show my love for you" he kissed her cheek "I won't force you"

"I'm sorry Angad" Kripa spoke "I love you a lot; you made me realize what love is; what a soul mate is but I'm not ready for a physical relationship right now. I need more time"

He smiled "I'm glad you told me" he kissed her forehead "I'll wait; I can wait for you my entire life as long as your by my side; supporting me, loving me"

She smiled and kissed his cheek "thank Angad" she hugged his chest "I couldn't get a better soul mate than you"

"I know that" he grinned "lets get some sleep; we have a long day tomorrow"

"Yeah" she pressed her lips to his; buttoned her shirt up and looked towards the bed where Angad lay. She walked towards him; whilst he looked at her confused "I said I didn't want a physical relationship" he looked at her confused "but I didn't say that I didn't want you to hold me in your arms" he smiled and opened his arms, letting her warm his body up with her warmth whilst his body warmed her body. They lay in a deep slumber; in the warmth of each others arms, feeing the oneness of there heart, the feeling of love amongst them.

Angad looked at his dainty wife sleeping in his arms. She looked beautiful. Last night when she confessed he couldn't be happier; he would have loved her all night but she wasn't ready. He didn't mind; after all it wasn't easy being in a physical relationship; a girl gave up there virginity; the most precious thing of there's. He smiled down at her as she slept contently in her lovers arms. He could just lay and stare at her all day.

She started to fidget and eventually opened her eyes as the bright sun disturbed her. Her eyes opened to see her lover's eyes. She smiled shyly "good morning" she whispered

He grinned watching his petite little wife flush "good morning" he kissed her forehead "it indeed is a good morning" Her gaze lowered "So, you ready?" he asked changing the topic

She nodded "Just a little nervous"

"I'm with you baby" he kissed her temple "hold onto me if you feel nervous"

She smiled "thanks"

"You're welcomed; now that we're done with that" he leaned closer to her "I want a good morning kiss from my wife"

"No" she smiled cheekily

He looked baffled "but why?"

"Because you haven't brushed your teeth, and neither have I" she answered pushing him to a side

He caught her hand, pulling her to his chest "so what?"

"So brush your teeth, then I'll brush mine"

"We both haven't brushed; it doesn't make a difference" he said rolling on top of her

"It does, now go brush your teeth and get off me; you're as heavy as an elephant"

"I am not" he said indignantly "I'm not going without taking my kiss"

"Angad your being worse than Adi"

"Let it be that way then" he shrugged his shoulders "I want my kiss" he demanded

Kripa sighed; he wouldn't let her off so easily "ok; but please get off me. I'm crushed"

He slightly moved off her; his hands still circling her waist. She leaned on his chest; lowering herself to his lips. She brushed her lips against his then bit on it. His hands released her waist as he groaned holding his mouth. She pushed him and rushed towards the bathroom; locking it "I'll get you for this later" Angad shouted

"Keep dreaming" she answered

He grinned "I'll make this dream reality in a while" he licked his lips with a cheeky glint in his eyes.

"Angad" Kripa called. She stood in the bathroom shouting his name "Angad; Angad; where are you Angad?"

"What is it?" he asked coming to the slightly open door of the bathroom

"I left my towel outside; can you give it to me?"

Angad smiled devilishly "take it yourself" he replied sitting on the couch

Kripa looked at the door irritated "give it to me Angad" she waved her hand outside "How will I come out without it? I need it"

"Hmm; I'll be kind" he picked her towel up "but you have to promise me something"

Kripa pouted "just hurry up and give me the towel"

"Well; I don't mind waiting outside all day"

She rolled her eyes "ok" she scoffed "now hurry up and give me the towel" He handed her the towel and chuckled at her constant muttering.

Minutes later she walked out in a simple black combination suit. She was rubbing her wet hair with the towel when Angad caught her waist leaning onto her; placing a kiss on her swan like neck "leave me Angad" she wriggled out of his arms "and go and get ready"

"No" he caught her waist again; lining kisses on her collar bone. He pushed her to the wall beside the bathroom "you didn't listen to the promise yet"

She sighed "what is it?"

"A promise of a kiss every morning; whether my teeth are brushed or not"

"That's not fair" she whined

He smirked "everything is fair in love and war" and he pressed his lips to hers; silencing her as his tongue duelled with hers.

Kripa walked down the stairs flushed. Angad didn't let a minute go without romance; he took every chance to make her blush. He had just left to get ready and she took the chance to escape "Hi Anju" she greeted

"Hi" she replied "looking nice; why's your face so red?" she whispered

"Nothing" Kripa lowered her eyes

"It's alright, you don't have to tell me" she teased

"It's nothing like that" she spoke "it's just that your brother—"she trailed off

Anjali smirked "what did Bhai do?"

"I'll tease you just as much when you and Kavya are married" Kripa replied; whilst Anjali's face turned crimson.

"Yeah; yeah. What are you doing after the carnival?"

"Nothing so far"

"Great" Anjali cheered "you're booked after the carnival"

"who's booked?" Angad asked walking down the stairs

"Kripa; she's going with me after the carnival"

"I'll come as well" he said fixing his collar

"No" she crossed her arms "I'm not talking to you"

"Huh" he looked at her confused "why?"

She moved her lips left "yeah; you didn't take us out last night. You just left us demanding"

"Your list was too long" he sighed giving Kripa a dreamy look whilst she blushed

"Actually my list was quite short" she pouted "it was you who was getting impatient and kept and running upstairs" she exclaimed. Kripa's cheeks turned rosy pink. Who could know more than her why he was so impatient. He winked at her whilst Anjali looked at Kripa confused "anything wrong?" she asked

"No" Kripa shook her head looking down; avoiding Angad's gaze whilst Anjali just seemed puzzled.

Angad and Kripa set out for the carnival earlier than the rest. They performed well in a formation of salsa and tango; flushing them when the moves got seductive. A few celebrities had come to the carnival through invitation and noticed the cute couple who were capable of perfect dancing and singing.

As soon as the carnival came to an end Anjali grabbed kripa's hand; whilst Angad was reluctant to leave her. Anjali led her to the mall searching for something "what are you looking for Anju; what's the hurry?"

She turned towards Kripa "I don't have anything to wear at the prom?" she exclaimed

"So?" Kripa asked confused "what's so big about that?"

"Well; I need to impress Kavya" she blushed "I need your help"

Kripa smiled "ok" she took her hand "we'll get you the best" she looked through the dresses "after all its valentines day on prom night" she informed

"How could I forget?" Anjali hit her forehead

"Now I've reminded you" Kripa smiled at her restless behaviour "you really like him, don t you?"

Anjali looked away "who?"

"Ok; if you don't want to tell me, don't?"

"Kripa" she whined. They laughed and carried on with there small quest. They hunted down the mall, finding the perfect dresses for themselves.

"Kripa, what took you so long?" Angad asked embracing her as she entered the room

"Sorry; we were shopping" she apologized

He smiled "it's alright" and kissed her cheek. Kripa left to change her clothes and came out Wearing pink silk pyjamas. She walked towards Angad and lay in his arms, relaxing her body next to his "so; what did you buy?" he asked caressing her hair as she crawled her fingers on his chest

"Hmm, we shopped for the prom night; Anju's really excited about it"

"Oh really?" he looked down at her "and you; what did you buy?"

"Well" she lay on her elbow "its none of your business" Angad looked at her surprised "I'm not going to the prom night so I didn't buy anything"

He leaned on his elbow "why?" he asked

"Because someone hasn't asked me out yet" she replied tracing her finger on his jaw line

"Oh really" he smiled cheekily catching her hand

She nodded "and I'm still waiting for him ask me"

"Then keep waiting" he bit the tips of her fingers whilst she frowned

"Go to hell" she pulled her hand away

"Why, thank you darling" he leaned down on her "I'll go, let me just fix your mood" his hands spread in her hair as he lowered his mouth to hers. She looked away as his kiss landed on her jaw. He grinned to himself and held her face "I love you" he whispered and took her lips. She forgot her complaints, lost in a frenzy of passion. He used a lot of tongue, thrusting her mouth whilst she responded as her hands rubbed his back restlessly "good night" he whispered as he broke the kiss

"Goodnight" she replied embracing him; sleeping peacefully in his strong arms.

Kripa and Angad stood in front of the mirror fully dressed; getting ready. Kripa was dressed in a simple fitted white trousers and white button up shirt; whilst Angad was dressed up the same accept his was a men's wear. Kripa applied the gloss to her lips; completing her make up, whilst Angad brushed his hair with the comb watching Kripa from the corner of his eye. They smiled at each other in the mirror. Kripa turned around and pressed her lips to Angad's; whilst Angad looked at her surprised "what was that for?"

"Nothing; I just felt like it" she kissed his cheek and headed downstairs whilst he stared at her with a grin. He followed her downstairs and rushed his breakfast as did Kripa. They waited impatiently for Kavya. They were getting graduated that day. It was an exciting but nervous moment for them.

Anjali looked on at them in confusion "what's the big deal?" she finally asked "it's only your graduation not the end of the world"

"And the start of a new life" Kripa added; Anjali looked puzzled.

"You won't understand Anju" Angad spoke "when you graduate next year you'll know how it feels stepping into the real world"

"Whatever" she rolled her eyes "I don't understand your logic" she sat back in the cushions "you guys are so lucky escaping from the boring studies" she sighed "and half my friends are graduating as well"

Kripa smiled "don't worry" she grinned "you wont lose contact and especially with Kavya"

Anjali looked at Kripa horrified "it was meant to be a secret between the two of us"

"But Angad already knew" Kripa defended

"Yes but your not meant to blurt it out"

"what's the big deal" Angad said "I already knew; don't you remember when I said when you and Kavya get married you'll know what its like when your in a bedroom mood"

Kripa flushed whilst Anjali and Angad giggled "ok; but it shouldn't go to Kavya" Anjali warned

"What shouldn't go to me?" Kavya asked walking in

Anjali jerked "umm, nothing" she quickly said

"Leave it man" Angad interrupted "let's go, we're getting late. See you later Anju"

"Bye" she waved "and good luck"

All the circle of friends except Anjali, Pia and Bhoomi graduated proudly; with there heads high up in the air. All there parents had come watching there offspring graduate; making them proud. It was a start of a new life for all of them.

"Congratulations both of you" Kavya said embracing Angad and Kripa

"Thanks" they said in unison

"Congratulations Kavya" Kripa wished

"Thank you Kripa" he smiled genuinely

"What about mine?" Angad said placing his arms around Kripa "why didn't you congratulate me?"

"Why shall I?" she shrugged her shoulders and walked away to congratulate other classmates.

Angad looked at her confused; hands on hips whilst Kavya patted him "it's alright. But you two look cute fighting" he teased

"Whatever"

Meanwhile Kripa stood chatting away with Minakshi and Charu. They were all equally excited for there graduation. Manthan walked towards Kripa as Minakshi and Charu excused themselves to see there lover boys "Hi Kripa" he greeted

"Umm, Hi" she spoke a little surprised

"I want to forget our difference and make a fresh start with friendship" he took his hand out. Kripa looked at him curiously but extended her hand "thanks"

Kripa smiled "there's no thanks and sorry in friendship"

"Oh sorry"

She raised her brow "again"

He sighed "there words which cant be stopped"

Kripa laughed "Oh by the way congratulations"

"Congratulations to you too" he smiled "so, you going to the prom night tomorrow?"

"Of course I am" she answered

He grinned "I was wondering if you'd want to come with me; I don't really have a date"

"Oh" she looked baffled "actually I'd love to—"

She was interrupted "but she cant" Angad replied pulling her into his arms

Manthan rolled his eyes "whys that?"

"Because she's going with me" he answered whilst Kripa looked towards him

"Oh" Manthan frowned "I'll find someone else" he turned away "Oh and congratulations Angad"

"Thanks" he smiled "congratulations to you as well"

Manthan simply smiled and walked away. Kripa pulled away from Angad's arms "who said I'm going with you?" she asked annoyed

"You don't have to say it" he took her hands in his

She pulled her hands away "I'm not going with you" she declared crossing her arms "that someone still hasn't asked me out yet"

He smirked "Oh really" he stepped closer

"Yes, now move out of my way" she pushed him "I'm going to meet mom and dad, they've been waiting for us" and she walked off leaving Angad grinning to himself. Soon they all gathered by there parents, taking the elders blessings and left after visiting there professors one last time.

Kripa lay in the covers reading a romantic novel. She loved the idea of love and romance but living the romance and love was a different feeling. Angad sat beside her after changing into his pyjamas. He hugged her waist and nuzzled her neck trying to get some attention "hmm" Kripa moaned "Angad don't distract me" she said as he kissed her ear "It's a really interesting part"

He frowned "leave the book; read it tomorrow"

"No Angad" she moved away "let me finish this chapter at least"

"But you just started the chapter" he argued

"Angad please" she requested

"No" he took the book from her hand; folded the page and placed it in his draw

"Angad; what did you do" Kripa whined

"Read the rest tomorrow"

"But---"

"No buts" he replied

"Ughh" she rolled her eyes "what is it?"

He smiled at her childish behaviour. He stood up and then bent down on his knee taking her hand whilst Kripa looked at him mystified "Will you be my date to the prom and my valentine?" he asked. Kripa was surprised; she wasn't expecting the proposal since she had reminded him quite a few times "I can't hear an answer" he teased

Kripa smirked and replied "no"

"What?" he exclaimed shocked. He hadn't expected a refusal; not from her at least.

"I said no" she repeated

"But why?" he asked taking her hand to his heart

"Because this very hot handsome hunk has already asked me out"

"Come on Kripa" he kissed her hand "this is not funny" he looked at her in desperation "say you're joking"

"I'm not" she said biting onto her lips "He asked me out already and I said yes"

He frowned "who is this stupid guy your going with?" he asked

"Aditya" she answered "his name is Aditya" she said dreamily

Angad looked aggravated "I haven't heard of him"

"I have" she answered "This guy is quite close to me. He takes a good morning and night kiss from me everyday and he is always—"

She was cut off "who is it?" Angad asked outraged. Kripa laughed watching her husband jealous. She couldn't hold it anymore. Angad looked at her confused and angry "It's not funny" he retorted

She pinched his cheek "Oh Angad, you're so cute" she kissed his cheek. He looked at her puzzled "you still don't understand" she asked.

"What do you mean?"

"Stupid" she hit his head "Aditya is Adi who takes a kiss from me night and day" she teased "I made a fool out of you and you were jealous"

He pulled a face "you made me a fool" he suddenly leaped on her "now lets see how you escape; face the consequences baby" he pinned her down on the bed and forced his lips onto hers as she giggled trying to escape. His mouth found hers and he pressed down sucking onto her lips. His tongue swirled into hers; duelling with hers. He caught her sharp tongue between his teeth chewing onto it as she moaned in pleasure and gasped for air. The kiss turned from a forceful one to a passionate encounter. They both exchanged saliva; pulled onto each other combining there mouths. A few minutes later they parted breathing heavily "Now tell me" Angad breathed heavily "will you be my valentine?"

Kripa's chest travelled up and down "let me think about it" she teased red from the passionate kiss.

"Kripa" he whined as she laughed

"Yes, I will be your valentine and always will be" she answered and pressed her lips to his this time; continuing there passionate encounter.

The morning after everyone woke up quite late due to the hectic schedule of the past two days except for Anjali. She was restless thinking about the prom night. Anjali finally irritated of her nervousness knocked on kripa's door at nine o clock.

Rubbing her eyes Kripa sat up on the bed. Angad groaned and pulled her back down "go to sleep" he mumbled

"Someone's at the door" she replied getting up again

"Leave them" he said pulling her down again

"Angad" she whined "leave me" she wriggled out of his arms "who is it?" she shouted wiggling out of his arms; whilst he tightened his grip.

"Anjali" she answered "opened the door Kripa"

"Give me a minute" she pushed Angad and ran for the door "what's wrong Anjali?" she asked seeing Anjali looking nervous. She walked out of the room, going to Anjali's room.

"I don't know; I feel nervous; actually, not nervous, I'm damn nervous Kripa" she exclaimed holding her arms.

Kripa giggled "I can tell" she sat down "don't worry; don't think about it. Everything will go fine"

"I wish" she sighed and sat next to her "I look like a fool; don't I?"

"No" Kripa laughed "it happens with everyone. I was nervous when I confessed to Angad"

"What" Anjali looked towards her "you confessed and I don't know?"

"Well" Kripa hugged herself "it happened on Angad's birthday" she blushed

"Oh" she teased "is that why Bhai was so desperate to go upstairs?" she winked

"Anju" she hit her "don't start otherwise I'll tell Kavya"

"You won't" she warned

Kripa grinned "well then stop teasing"

Anjali pouted whilst Kripa laughed turning her around. Soon everyone sat at the breakfast table with Angad trying to touch Kripa with each chance. His attempts went to vain when Anjali and Kripa locked Anjali's room to get ready for the prom held that night.

"Hey" Kavya greeted walking inside Khanna house. He had come to pick Anjali up for the prom.

"Hi" Angad replied dryly

"Where's Anju?" he asked

Angad sighed "in her room; Anjali and Kripa have been there since the morning; god knows what's taking them so long"

"Let's go check on them" Kavya suggested

"No use; I tried a few times. They wouldn't let me in" he scrunched his nose

"So you mean we have to wait" Kavya said annoyed

"Well I wouldn't mind barging into the room but it won't be a good idea" he advised

Kavya sighed and sat next to him "lets wait then" they continued talking randomly for a few minutes "this is too much" Kavya finally spoke "there taking too long"

"Yeah; god knows what is taking so long, I mean it shouldn't take so long should it?"

Kavya didn't answer. He stared behind Angad. Angad looked towards Kavya and then the direction he was looking at "Beautiful" he whispered watching Kripa.

Kavya's eyes were stuck on Anjali. Anjali was dressed in simple crimson halter neck dress. It stopped just before her knee's letting the material at the back fall below her knees. She wore a simple pair of long silver earrings with a thin but elegant bracelet on her wrist. She wore light makeup with her hair straightened but curled slightly near the front. She stood a little higher because of her six inch pencil heals; whilst she held her small matching purse in her hands. Anjali walked forward whilst Angad walked towards Kripa.

Kripa stood in front of him blushing. She did that a lot since there confession. She looked beautiful in the red western dress. She was dressed in a red halter neck; her cleavage a little evident. He would have kissed her there if Kavya and Anjali weren't there. Her dress fell mid calf, below her knees. It clung to her body till mid thy, letting the dress fall gracefully from below. She wore nothing more than a simple pair of silver earrings with red rubies and a bracelet. She left her neck bare. She knew Angad liked it bare; although the reasons were entirely different to fashion. She had left her hair open and straight covering her bare upper back. She seemed taller; reaching just towards his chin with her red heels. She wore slight make up; her lips a tint of maroon but light. Her eyes were tinted with slight silver and black mixture blended within, whilst they were outlined with the black eye-liner. Her cheeks were kept without make up, maybe her blushing was an explanation.

Angad kissed her cheek "you look beautiful" he whispered

"Thanks" she whispered

Soon they all left with there date's in there respective cars. Anjali and Kavya sat in Kavya's car. Kavya stole glances at her once in a while. Anjali realized and smiled to herself; it felt good for some reason "Kavya" she called

"Yes" he said eagerly

Anjali almost laughed at his tone "stop looking at me, concentrate on the road"

He looked away flushed "I wasn't looking at you"

Anjali smiled fakely "I know where your eyes were; now just drive. I'm too young to die"

He smiled "By the way you look beautiful"

"Thanks" she said blushing "you don't look bad yourself"

"Your welcomed" he grinned "I'm glad you took my advice and left your hair open" he touched her hair. She looked at him flushing at his touch "and I look good all the time" he teased

"Yeah, yeah, whatever" she smiled and leaned her head back watching Kavya steal glances at her occasionally.

Meanwhile Angad and Kripa were talking in there car "I thought you were going to wear one of those Asian outfits" Angad confessed "I thought you didn't buy anything for the prom"

"I did" she smiled "I bought it the day I went with Anju" she stole a glance "I thought I'd surprise you with a western outfit" Angad grinned and parked his car to a side on a isolated road "why did you stop the car?" Kripa asked confused.

He turned to her with an amorous look. She understood what he wanted. She pushed his chest "keep away Angad; not now"

"Not now?" he asked leaning close to her "what not now?"

She frowned "I know you well Angad" she pushed him again "don't act innocent"

"I'm not" he leaned closer; holding her arms this time "come on, it wont take long; we haven't spent time together properly today"

"Everyone's waiting" she reasoned

"And what about my wait?" he whispered inches away

"Angad please" she pleaded weakening under his gaze

"I can say the same" he whispered and lowered the car seat

Kripa leaned back "Angad "this isn't the right time"

"There's never a wrong time" he whispered and joint his lips to hers. She whimpered and wriggled under him but gave up and pulled him closer with her arms around his neck. His tongue played with hers as she responded equally aroused. They pressed into each other, drowning in there desires. Angad's lips left hers travelling down her jaw to her collar bone. He showered her with kisses as she moaned in pleasure. His lips reached the spot he so desperately wanted to kiss. He pressed his lips to her cleavage savouring as much as he could.

Kripa breathed heavily and pushed him hiding her face in her palms. He grinned and wiped his lips. He removed her hands from her rosy face and kissed them "I love you" he whispered

"I love you too" she answered; eyes lowered

He smiled and took her into his arms as she hid her flushed face in his broad chest. Soon they left towards the prom after Kripa fixed her makeup again.

Many awaited there arrival. Anjali had arrived with Kavya which was quite surprising since Angad would normally be with her. They were anxious to know Angad's date. Whilst people like Manthan simply grunted and ignored the crowd; swallowing there defeat.

Minutes later Angad entered the prom with his arm surrounding kripa's petite waist, pulling her closer every minute whilst she wiggled silently. They walked directly to the circle of friends "you took long" josh commented "that's supposed to be me" he winked

Angad grinned widely "The engine was hot" he reasoned glancing at Kripa

Kripa pinched his waist "was it the car or was it you?" she whispered. Angad simply grinned shamelessly whilst she glowered at him.

Soon the couples were on the dance floor; lost in each others eyes. They played about swapping there dates between dances but there hearts were still with there loved ones. Later; Anjali led Kavya to the collage gardens "I want to tell you something" she started

"Go on" he said confused

"I—I—I—Kavya I"

"Speak up Anjali"

"It's not easy Kavya" she said

"What do you mean? Oh come on; it's not like your going to say you love me. I mean when you say I need time it means a long time and that time wont come so—"

He was cut off "I love you Kavya" she blurted

"Come again" Kavya said confused. He didn't know if he heard it right. Did Anjali just confess?

"I love you" she whispered

"This isn't a joke right?" he confirmed. She nodded her head shyly. Kavya's lips curved "Oh my god" he scooped her in his arms "I can't believe it" he twirled in circles as Anjali held him tightly.

He placed her to the ground when he heard his friends cheering. They all walked up to them congratulating the newly formed couple "congratulations Kavya; she finally confessed" Angad slapped his back hugging him.

Kripa embraced Anjali "congratulations; you didn't tell me" she complained

Anjali scrunched her nose "I was double minded"

"But you could have told us" Angad spoke "now come and give me a hug" Anjali blushed and embraced her bigger brother. It was sweet when he did that "I'm happy for you" he kissed her head.

After a long congratulating session they were finally left alone "thank you Anjali" Kavya kissed her hands "this is the best gift I could get" he leaned closer "happy valentines day"

"Happy valentines day to you too" she answered closing her eyes

"I love you" he whispered

"I love you too" and he took her lips in a sweet kiss; to seal there love

The sun peeked through the curtains as the young couple slept peacefully on there bed; dreaming of each other in each others arms. They slept care free knowing there days were free until they decided to work on there careers; which was most likely after a few weeks. They wanted to celebrate there love life first.

Angad woke up to find his wife wide awake; tracing patterns on his chest. He smiled and kissed her forehead bringing her out of her small game "good morning" he wished

"Good morning" she smiled; held his face and pressed her lips to his

He groaned satisfactorily "looks like Mrs Khanna is in a good mood" he started rolling on top of her

Kripa looked at him lovingly "I am" she traced her finger on his jaw line "got a problem"

"Not at all" he whispered lowering his mouth to hers. He frowned when she covered his mouth "darling; I love your hands as well but I want to love that sexy mouth of yours right now"

Kripa giggled "later" she answered and pushed him away "for now we are late" she climbed out of the bed "oh and mom was saying she wanted to talk to us"

"I know" he said climbing out of the bed himself "but a kiss won't take time" he nuzzled her neck, trapping her into his arms.

She groaned "your one kiss is equal to many" she parted his arms "now come on; get ready"

He frowned and crossed his arms "that's not fair" he whined

"It is" Kripa smiled "come on get into the bathroom" she pulled his arm and pushed him into the bathroom "you have fifteen minutes maximum" she ordered; kissed him and shut the bathroom door leaving him all smiles.

Later that morning they sat beside each other smiling widely. Angad's hands caressed kripa's' whilst she smiled trying hard to hide her crimson cheeks. Parvati and tulsi smiled knowingly at the young couple "I want to talk to both of you" tulsi started.

They both directed there attention towards tulsi "go ahead" Angad spoke

"Do you remember your promise?" she questioned

"Promise?" they looked at each other in confusion "what promise?" Angad asked

Tulsi sighed "announcing your wedding" she informed

Kripa smiled shyly "you can announce it mom"

Tulsi smiled "ok, then shall we start the wedding preparations"

"Wedding preparations? For whom?" Kripa asked

"You and Angad; if you don't remember, let me remind you. I was going to announce your marriage with a marriage ceremony"

"But mom; why a wedding?" Angad questioned "I mean it's been almost six months we've been married and you know, if Kripa gets pregnant" Kripa nudged him turning red "what?" he asked, Kripa looked down embarrassed "as I was saying if she gets pregnant then people will question why so early? So I mean just announce it instead of doing the whole thing again" he reasoned

Tulsi frowned "you promised Angad"

"Mom; go ahead with the preparations" Kripa decided "Angad will do as you say"

"But I thought—"

Angad was interrupted "mom don't listen to him; I'll be fine" Kripa said and dragged Angad away.

"What?" Angad spoke walking into the bedroom "I thought you didn't want the wedding thing and all"

"I'm fine with it Angad" she cleared "and what the heck was that?" she asked hands on hips.

"What was what?" he asked confused then grinned "Oh, you mean the pregnancy thing?"

"Yes"

"Well, you will get pregnant one day with our children" he said amorously

Kripa hit his chest "you are so shameless"

"Why thank you" he kissed her fists "I was trying to reason mom" he cleared "I know you won't get pregnant so soon, especially when I haven't done anything" he winked and walked into the bathroom as Kripa started throwing things at him.

Kripa and Angad hurried to the park. Of course they were late; after all Angad was too busy trying to seduce Kripa whilst she tried prying him off. They walked towards there friends once they were all in sight "what took you so long today?" josh asked cheekily

Angad grinned "mom wanted to talk to us" he reasoned not wanting to embarrass Kripa

"Anything serious?" Kavya asked concerned

"How come I don't know about this?" Anjali whined

"Well" Angad started "mom was discussing our wedding plans"

Laksh looked confused "but you're already married, aren't you?"

"Yes but mom wants to announce it through a wedding ceremony"

"Great" josh rubbed his hands together "fill your pockets Angad and you too Kripa" he looked at them devilishly "you'll need it"

"You're not getting a penny" Angad warned

He smirked "we'll see then"

"Yeah, yeah"

Kavya dropped Anjali outside Khanna house. Kripa and Angad arrived shortly before them and thought waiting would be sensible whilst they had a walk in the cool breeze. Once they arrived the good bye got a little too long; finally fed up Angad and Kripa walked inside giving the two privacy.

"I think I should leave now; Bhai and Kripa have gone as well"

"Don't go" he whispered kissing her hand

Anjali smiled "I don't want to leave myself but I have to"

"Stay longer"

"Kavya stop fussing"

"I'm not" he moved closer and cupped her face "it's just that—"he trapped her lips under his in a sweet blissful kiss. His lips lingered on hers but released hers "now you can go" he whispered

Flushed she walked inside after saying good bye to her lover.

Angad and Kripa lay resting in each others arms; lost in there own thoughts. Angad looked down towards his beautiful wife whose fingers danced on his chest. He took her hands and kissed the tips of her fingers "excited?" he asked

"For what?" she asked after kissing his cheek

"For our second marriage" he whispered blowing air into her ear

She giggled rubbing her ear "yeah" she looked towards him "I love you"

He smiled "I love you too" his lips brushed over hers "I'm excited for our wedding night" he sighed holding her hands "I'm going to sweep you off your feet" he joked

She grinned "we'll see about that" she leaned her chin on his chest "you'll be with me always?" she asked

"Of course I will" he kissed her fingers "I'll be with you even when you don't want me to be"

She giggled "that will never happen" she gasped "Angad what are you doing?" she asked once he rolled over her; his lips exploring the curve of her neck.

"Hmm" he groaned "loving you"

She chuckled as his stubble brushed her skin "Angad don't, it tickles"

His hands explored her waist "does it?" he asked raising his face with a grin. She nodded. He growled and dug his face into her neck nipping at her skin whilst she moaned; soon falling asleep once he stilled and slept on her bosom.