Part 26
Maan looks at her blankly, unsure what to say or do. He had this deep need to undo what he said little while ago and this seemed perfect. Geet didn't know what to say either. He could have given into her. But instead he slipped the ring into her finger. just like that.
Daadi left the lovebird alone to share the moment.
Maan tried to ease the air by saying - I think you forgot to breathe for a whole minute.
she sighed and stared at the gorgeous ring on her finger. And somehow, she tried to remind herself that it all was a sham. Her eyes filled up. Which she made no attempt to hide.
Maan - It will break their hearts if my family find out we aren't for real
She fluttered her lashes - they don't have to find out
maan sighed in relief seeing her ease up - Yeah, but we'll have to invent the breakup story of the century.
Geet smiled sadly at him - Don't worry, it can be all my fault. U can blame it all on me. U don't break their hearts
Maan nodded unsure - let me know anytime you can't pretend to be my perfect fiance anymore.
And somehow that thought pinched his heart more than he thought it would.
When geet came down the steps Rano noticed the ring on her finger and so did Priya and chachi ji. Rano just hoped it was not any pretense this time and her heart cried out for her daughter when she saw the reminisce of the tears, which was beautifully hidden behind her sparkling smiling eyes.
Rano instantly searched for the cause for the tears... she was so mad at Maan at that moment and even more angry at her daughter. But her anger vanished with the reassuring look from geet. And a pat from her husband. I trust my daughter.
That's when they looked at Maan, who looked equally lost and disturbed like their daughter. He came down and bowed his head in front of Rano. Man of few words.. Yes he was indeed.
Geet had told them everything about her and Maan and how much she loved him. It scared them initially. But the kind of person she was they had to just let it to her way. They did learn from Geet, how truthful Maan is to his relationships. They just hopped he could move on accept Geet.
Geet took them around the city. She showed them her office. She happily went shopping with daadi - Priya, Rano and chachi ji while the men waited at bar. She really seemed happy. Family time indeed.
They all had planned to meet at the restaurant for dinner. As usual ladies took their own sweet time. As geet walked into the upscale restaurant, maan reached to her. Just then a handsome 6ft 1 tall guy walked towards her with a pleasant smile. Geet nodded at Maan excusing herself, & hugged the guy pleasantly. Maan gulped the odd feeling he felt. He stared at the guy. He looked well built, like some filmstar. He was definitely wearing expensive suit, watch definitely some branded glasses. He knew this guy was her types. The insecurity just set right in..and he felt so annoyed because.. Because he was insecure.. He looked away, just then she laced her fingers with his & pulled him closer..
Geet - I want you to meet Aryan, we went to school together in Harvard
Umm he nodded .. making a note smart too.
Geet - this is Maan my fiance
The statement raised brows including Maan's. It took him a moment to recover. He extended his hand to Aryan, who still looked dumbfounded.
When Maan extended his hand, Aryan's eyes drifted off directly to Geets fingers to see if she wore the ring.
Aryan - wow, I am honored to finally meet the man who could get the attention of Ms Focused.
Maan smiled warmly
Geet - Focused my foot.. He got me all floored the minute I saw him, she laughed pulling Maan closer, and that was the truth. She was indeed in love with Maan at first sight.
Frankly that was the truth
Aryan - so when is the big day?
Maan reluctantly - we haven't set the date yet
Aryan - better hold on to her buddy, its difficult to hold onto her attention.
Then he turned to congratulate Geet. And how much fun it was in college and all that stuffs, Maan was just getting restless with all that.
The moment he left. Maan teased her - old fling .. boyfriend,
don't know why he was so irritated. And the thought she was such tease when she first met him, plus that Aryan. He had no control on himself. He just turned away so that she couldn't see the frown on his face and started walking towards their table. It took Geet few seconds to catch up to him.
Geet controlled her smile - Oh okay, so we're playing the part of jealous fiancee now
Maan snapped - I am not Jealous
She muffled her laughter and placed peck on his cheek. Maan tried to pull away .. she whispered softly - Aryan is just a friend from college. Nothing more.
She looked into his eyes.. Lets just say he is not my type
Maan looked at ease, as they reached where parents were waiting for them to place their order.
Just before sitting maan whispered in her ear - You didn't have to explain that to me. I wasn't jealous!
Geet shook her head - You can fake an engagement, but you can't fake jealousy.
Maan turned his face.
Just to clear the air he said - If not Aryan, I don't know what you would like anymore
She smiled - I don't know lately I seem to like this guy with stubble, and temper tho ekdam naahk pe rehta hain
Maan wondered if she was mocking him because he showed a hint of jealousy!
He glared at her - well too bad there are very few of them
he snapped at her & continued to place the order.
She slid close to him - actually there is only one
He almost skipped a beat. He took a sip of the wine to wash off the blush that had began to touch his cheek.
She chuckled again
Maan murmured - stop it Geet
Geet innocently asked - stop what jaan
Maan was so cutely flushed with her taking full advantage of the situation and teasing him - embarrassing me Geet
He could clearly hear her chuckle & then felt her hand lacing with his under the table. She tucked him closer - I love when u blush jaan
Maan cleared his throat - I shouldn't be showing this much emotion for you.
Geet smiled yet again teasingly sliding closer to him in the round table they sat with their family - let it be my award for job well done
He looked down at her and saw that glint in her eyes. He couldn't resist to tease her back - who said it is was job well done
She stole a glance at their parents - I am pretty sure they are convinced .. if not she just pulled their laced hand above the table & placed a peck on the back of his hand.
He was caught off guard. Their entire family happily looked at them. Chachi ji and Priya exchanged a little giggle.
His heart melted, he felt he forgot to breath. Her lips were soft and the electricity that passed down his spine made him relive every damn moment he spent thoroughly kissing them. It was just a peck on his hand .. and he was so turned on!!
She stared at him as if she was contented that he had enough hue on his cheek, her lips curved into a cute naughty smile. She pulled their hands closer to her.
Damn! He looked away from her not sure if he was all aroused or mad at her for publicly kissing..correction pecking his hand.
He turned to daadi who was staring at him lovingly. Her eyes were almost wet, as if she was so happy to see him being kissed publicly.
Before he could react.. Geet got up and went around to daadi. She gave a reassuring hug to her. Even she knew nothing was hidden from those experienced eyes. Daadi patted her cheeks lovingly.
All Maan could do was stare at her. How well she understood everyone! He wondered if she really was this deep a person. He sighed.. Why did she had to be "The Geet Handa
He was sure she heard him. He didn't try to hide it either. He meant what he said. No matter how wonderful Geet was as a friend, he was really scared she would be complicated as a love. Damn did he just put Geet and love in one sentence..He shook the thoughts away. He was not ready for a relationship just yet. And when he was... he wanted more than a woman who wanted to share her bed with him. He wanted a girl who would give him, her heart and soul and put him in the center of her world.. like he did!!! He wondered why the life is so unfair.
Rest of the dinner was less eventful with them stealing glances and geet not leaving his hand under the table.
Thanks for such a warm welcome
I am trying get few updates
not sure when would I get this chance again
Missed you all
MUSKAN
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