Chap 15- last chapter
Imlie loved Darjeeling, the weather and the locals were so hospitable. She had already began writing on the locals and their life. She soon wants to travel to other states and explore the beautiful cities. She wanted India to know how beauitful the othe part of country is, how they are ignored , how they are stereotyped, how they are called “Chinki” its so insulting.
Her boss called her after one month, and told her how her articles have impacted people. Some have sent letters and messages for making awareness, for making them realize the wrongs. Some already planning trips to visit the places increase tourism. Imlie felt content hearing that, she looked at Aryan picture that she keepts right on her desk.
“Aru i am so happy!! “ she said kissing the picture, not one day went by that she didnt miss him. She tried to get update on him by checking his social media post , but he hasnt post anything past two months. She saw comments on his last post, fans missing him asking if he is ok. Some cursed Imlie for making him disappeared, she ofcourse ignore those troll comments.
She got her answer that night, when she turned on tv . Him and his team had started promoting the movie. He looked tired and lost weight. His answers were few words as if he is not interested. Atleast he is fine, she thought. The premier of the movie is next weekend , Imlie clapped hands for finally acheiving his dream on being on movies. She cannot wait to see his movie. Next couple days, Imlie noticed his tv demeanor changed again, he was smiling, having fun with co stars and she was glad to see him smiling. Finally he looks happy , his fan deserve the fun and smiling Aryan. She would tried to see any interviews or promotions he would come on just to see glimpse of him.
After one week, the day finally came for his premier, Imlie was more nervous sitting miles away in Darjeeling. She was anxious from time she woke up. Premier was in evening, and they would know reviews at midnight. She went out to market in morning to distract herself from nervousness. In evening she ordered food and decided to watch movie to stop constantly thinking about the premier. Hopefully that gochu dress ups good and looks good. She didnt get movie ticket today but she already prebooked for tomorrow. She started watching KKHH , hers and Aryan favorite movie. When the song came , haye haye yeh ladka, the bell rang . Imlie frowned, who would come at this time. She paused and went to open the door.
Her heartbeat accelerated, as soon she saw him standing there in tuxedo. He was staring back at her with so much intensity that it was almost palpable. She started taking backsteps, this was so unexpected then it hit her , “ARU YOUR PREMIER!!WHAT ARE YOU DOING HERE!!!??” She exclaimed in shock. Aryan closed the door behind him, and remove his jacket and bowtie.
He unbutton his top couple buttons, he was nervous too.
“Aru answer me! “ she came near him when he didnt reply. She shook his shoulder.
“You are important,more than anything. Premier too. I dont care about that right now. I wanted tobe with you” he said softly as he grabbed her by waist and pulled her close. He traced his fingers on her cheeks, “I cant live without you Imlie. Its cheesy but its the truth of my life. You are the truth. My best friend, my partner , my wife, my real earning” He kissed her cheeks gently.
“I am sorry for everything” he released his hold on her and kneeled on both his legs and holding his ears .
“I am quitting movies, I am quitting acting. I was blind i got blind. Nothing more important than you. I will find a job but dont leave me please. I want to go back to our life , i want be overprotective aru, i want to eat in same plate, i want to wish you birthday. Which reminds me hold on” He took out key from his pocket “Your gift for the birthday i never wished” Imlie frowned at the key “What for?” Showing him the key.
“You turned 28 “ He got up “ Very happy belated birthday i know am maybe 7-8 months late” he chuckled and took hold of her again. “Dont stop me please” Imlie looked at him confused
“28 kisses” Imlie gasped as he pecked her the first time.
Her heart was racing again, feeling butterflies all over again. After months, he was touching her she wanted to deny him but her body couldnt. He gave her pecks all over face as he counted “15” on her neck, then the jaw both side. From 18-25 he gave kisses on her lips again and again.
Imlie was crying, she was overwhelmed with emotions, she was angry at him for talking about quittting acting, she was in love all over again as he looked into her eyes, she was annoyed that he left his premier night.
She finally reciprocated, she was crying as she cupped his cheeks. When the separated, she started hitting him, “Why would you quit? Why did you leave the premier? Are you f*king stupid?” She asked all the questions at once.
“I dont care Imlie” Aryan said ruining the romantic moment, just how his Imlie is always runing romantic moment.
“You need to change too Imlie, whenever romantic moment going on you know how to ruin it “ acting to scold her. She became quiet then she made a face , “Dont even try to distract me, why!? Did i tell you to quit acting? Did i made you feel so? Huh gamand ko utarne ko bol acting ka nasha nai” She said
“All i wanted was my Aru to same! Not wanting him to quit his passion. Gadha!!” She threw nearest thing she could find, remote. She threw at him , which almost hit him and ofcourse remote broke.
“Chup ho ja Pagal aurat!!!” He said and grabbed her again this time shutting her mouth with intense kiss. He picked her up and dropped her on sofa as he got on top of her. Slowly the clothes came off, fighting with each other for control in anger. As he finally entered her, Imlie moaned in pleasure, satisfied. She was crying happy tears again as they made love.
“You didnt tell me , that key” which was outside in living room. They had shifted to bedroom, as Imlie laid her head on his chest. He was tracing circles on her back, “I bought us new flat, with movie earnings” He said normally. Imlie raised her head , “WHAT?! Really? “
“Haa . Its on your name” he said smiling.
“Really?? Then i can stay there alone forever, you can visit me sometimes, especially when i need you physically ok? Time pe ajana” She teased
“What you mean, am staying there too” he said scowling at her “We are together back now right?”
“Nope. You quit acting, I dont want to with you. Plus all this was just acting. I need se* ever since you were roaming without clothes in our home” she got up with blanket wrapped around her. She went to get clothes from her closet.
“WHAT?! You used me? And i am quitting so i dont ever not for one second become that arrogant Aryan again. I dont want fame i want you!!! “ he exclaimed suprised at his wife bheavior.
“No acting No Imlie” she said folding her hands over her chest.
Aryan shook his head , “No” he said
“Aru!” She went to him, taking his hand “Thats your passion, your love and because our problem you cannot quit on it. All i want is to be same Person with me. Just dont forget me” she said sadly
“Dont say that it hurts to me to hear that. I dont want relive that ever again. I never forgot you” he said giving her tight hug.
“Then take back what you said” as she hugged him back.
He was hesitant, “Fine only because you are saying” kissing her forehead.
“By the way what you think is the reaction of the audience?” Imlie asked excitedly
“It doesn’t matter. I am happy to see your reaction” he smiled.
Imlie pushed him and went to get her phone. She gasped and cried “MOVIE IS HIT” she jumped screaming as she scroll through the reviews on social media. Aryan wasnt as elated, he stayed as he was.
He was happy no doubt but more happy that he found his peace again. His heart, his family again. Imlie told Aryan to back Mumbai next day who was reluctant but Imlie gave him promise. She will be there in couple weeks. She has to wrap up here and write her final articles.
Imlie arrive in Mumbai but after month instead couple week, but Aryan kept his patience. He was busy with interviews and more script readings coming his way. He only chose one movie at time. Soon after Imlie arrived they shifted to new home, one day Imlie fainted while she was arguing with Aryan over the paint color for their bedroom.
At hospital, they got the best news until now, Imlie was pregnant with twins! Finally Imlie and Aryan were family again, the news bought them joy and excitement, new phase in their life.
Epilogue : 4 years later
“AYAN! IVAANI! “ Imlie heard screams of her kids while she was in kitchen. She came out calling them but couldnt find them. She panicked, searched the house, started crying, the door was closed . They couldnt even reach the upper locks. Then she heard laughing, all three came out . Baap aur bache , acting and scaring her as usual.
“I have enough acting in this house! Get out!” Scolding them starting to cry. “Acting ki ma behan kardi tum teeno ne “
“Haw Imlie dont cuss infront of kids” Aryan said shocked
“Shut up! Get out now!! Not making any dinner . Bhuke raho” she went inside to her room crying.
“Thak gai hu in tino se “ talking to god
“Pura din acting” she complained “Aaj hadh kardi” as she hiccuped. All three came and hugged her from back giving her sloppy wet kisses including her husband.
“Eww get off” she said laughing as her husband started tickling her. They all fell on bed laughing and tickling each other.
They lived actingly ever after!!