MaNan FF : Life With Nandini [Chapter 23 Updated - Page 149] 1 July - Page 22

Fab - 4 leaded while MaNan followed them holding their hands and walking looking into each other's eyes. As they reached, the Manager along with the hotel owner came to receive them. All the eyes fixed on them, as they entered the hall - carrying a regal and magnolious grandeur - ensnaring the crowd with their scintillating aura. The throng was captivated by their exemplary and quintessential poise - the male horde beguiled by her vivacity and gracious panache while the female mob stood bewitched by his Adonic, urbane and debonair persona. Manik noticed men drooling over his wife and ogling at her dreamily - which filled his nerves with umbrage and a strong urge to knock them down - but then he chose to be in sobriety and simply neglect. Nandini too felt the unknown gazes on her but with Manik by her side, she felt safe. She saw women, looking at her with aversion and rancor - probably for having a Greek God himself as her husband - she thought as she observed their covetous gaping at Manik. They ignored the evil around them and started enjoying the party.

The ball had many riches as the resort was not an ordinary one - so wasn't the party. It was the most happening ball in town but without any media interference. The Fab - 4 got involved with the fans whereas Manik and Nandini greeted some known figures who approached them. Every one complimented them for the transcendent pair that they are and also for her beauteous mien. Every Man requested for her hand to kiss but she politely shrugged off their appeal. Seeing her getting uncomfortable with the odd surveillance, Manik, who was holding her hand, slid his arm around her waist, harboring her in his hug. She smiled inwardly at his protectiveness as well as understanding. After sometime, MaNan excused themselves and moved towards their friends who had finished their session with the fans.

After a while, Manik received a call from his Manager and he excused himself to attend the call and Fab - 4 also got surrounded by some fans. She was waiting for Manik, standing a little away from Fab - 4 - when two young men approached her and complimented her saying that they had never seen a beauty so genteel and soigne as her. Soon the number of men around her escalated and she was flooded with adulation. She behaved cordially but felt twitchy with the unfamiliar concourse around her and her eyes anxiously foraged the hall for him. While she was scanning the hall out of disquietude, she felt a warm and dear hand framing her waist. She looked beside to find him near, holding her close to himself in a protective embrace with an apologetic expression on his face. She blinked her eyes in assurance and smiled at him which he requited. He turned to the bevy of men and one of them eulogized Nandini saying You are very lucky Mr. Malhotra. Your wife is very gorgeous and an aesthetic beauty of her kind. No wonder why you are so much in Love with her. Manik smirked at him and replied - in an austere yet solemn manner Indeed she is Mr. Singh. Her unrivaled beauty is a certitude. And there are many more reasons for which I Love her. He completed and excused themselves. As soon as they left, he held his ear and said remorsefully I am really sorry Baby. I left you alone and you had to bear this. I am so sorry. She took his hands in hers and replied Its okay Manik. You had to attend the call otherwise you wouldn't have gone. And I am not angry I was just feeling a bit awkward but its fine. He smiled and she continued mischievously And if you catch your ears and apologize in such a pleading way in front of everyone, then Mr. Malhotra your gallant image will be marred. He chuckled at her statement and replied ardourly If it will be marred then be it. I don't mind bowing down to you in public. She smiled at his answer and they joined Fab - 4.

Why would he mind? It was a fact, that he was a completely different person with Nandini. She held a high esteem and deference in his eyes. She was the queen of his heart - the love of his life and the sole owner of his existence - his soul mate. For the world, he was a rugged and onerous person - who wouldn't bent down in front of any supremacy or sovereignty. But he was his true self with her, in her company - where he felt the safest in the whole world. She was the only mortal - he would bow down to - in this universe.

They were enjoying the party and talking when they heard Manager inviting the couples to join the dance floor. They were moving towards the dais when the Manager came sprinting to Manik and entreated him to sing as it would add diamonds to their party. He glanced at Nandini - who gestured with her eyes to comply - and agreed. They moved to the floor and started dancing. Manik then entwined their hands and brought her closer, cradling her waist, while she kept her other hand on his heart. He looked at her lovingly and began crooning :

Shukran Allah Wallah Alhamdulillah

Shukran Allah Wallah Alhamdulillah

Shukran Allah Wallah Alhamdulillah

Shukran Allah Wallah Alhamdulillah

( He saw her blushing and looking down. He cupped her chin and lifted her face making her look into his eyes and they engaged in an eye-lock)

Nazron se Nazrein mili toh

Jannat si mehki fizayein

( He held her waist and Pulled her closer to himself )

Lab ne jo lab chuliya toh ..

Asmaan se barsi duaaein ..

( He cupped her face and sang eyeing her reverently)

Aisi apni mohabbat ..

Aisi rooh e ibaadat ..

Hum pe meherbaan do jahan

( He lifted and twirled her )

Shukran Allah Wallah Alhamdulillah

Shukran Allah Wallah Alhamdulillah

( He brought her down sedately and sang resting his forehead on hers)

Teri baahon mein yeh jism khilgaya ..

Teri saanson mein chain mil gaya ..

Kaise rahein ab hum juda ..

( He swiftly turned her about and sang hugging her from back )

Ho ho .. Tere paas hum itne huay,

Tere khwab apne huay ..

Aise huay ab hum fida ..

( He swayed her along )

Aisi uski inaayat ..

Mitgayi har shikaayat ..

Humpe meherbaan do jahaaan ..

Shukran Allah Wallah Alhamdulillah

Shukran Allah Wallah Alhamdulillah

Ever one was mesmerized by the intensity in his voice and also the way both of them danced. They were awe-struck and emptied the rostrum - to watch them dance - leaving them alone on the floor. Both of them were unaware of this, engrossed in each other while others extolled their bond.

Shukran Allah Wallah Alhamdulillah

Shukran Allah Wallah Alhamdulillah

Maula .. Shukran Allah

Nandini was enamored by his song and enticed by his voice as always. She very well knew that he had composed this melody for her and was touched by his words. She could feel his emotions in the song and decided to join him. She left her shoes and stood on his feet - erasing the itsy - bitsy distance between them. She snaked her hands around his neck and warbled, looking at him affectionately.

Tere saaye mein mili har khushi ..

Teri marzi meri zindagi ..

Le chal tu chaahey jahaan ..

( He gaped at her surprised and was overwhelmed - hearing her improvising. She relaxed her head on his shoulder while he danced with her feet on his' and sang )

Ha ha .. Meri aankhon me nazar teri hai ..

Meri shaamo seher teri hai ..

Tu jo nahi toh Main kahan ..

( She was tearful by now realizing the truth of her lyrics. She stared into his eyes dotingly and continued cupping his cheek )

Khilgayi meri kismat ..

Paakey teri yeh chaahat ..

( Her words filled his heart with warmth but then he observed the lone tear that escaped her eye. He wiped it off with his thumb and nodded - asking her to not cry. She smiled and took his hand and intertwined it with hers. )

Humpe meherbaan do jahann

( They sang together )

Shukran Allah Wallah Alhamdulillah

Shukran Allah Wallah Alhamdulillah

Shukran Allah Wallah Alhamdulillah

Shukran Allah Wallah Alhamdulillah

Shukran Allah Wallah Alhamdulillah

Shukran Allah Wallah Alhamdulillah ..

( He tightly embosomed her)

They remained in that position for some time. She then broke the hug and whispered an 'I Love You' He smiled and replied 'I Love You More' He leaned down to kiss her and she closed her eyes in accord. He was about to kiss her but the trance was broken by the huge round of applauds that followed their performance. They discerned that they were dancing alone and everyone was seeing them. They slowly parted and Nandini got into her shoes, blushing hard. Manik regretted for getting flown away and sharing such an intense moment with public. But then he thought that it was worth it as Nandini had sang for him.

He looked at Cabir who assured him that he had not let anyone capture or record their dance. He gave him a relieved smile and turned to Nandini who had by now become a tomato. He smiled at her crimson cheeks and held her hand. She looked at him and he blinked his eyes, affirming that there was nothing to worry. The Owner of the resort came near them and began with the encomium What a Performance Mrs. & Mr. Malhotra! He looked at Manik and remarked Till now, I had just heard about the love you had for your wife - but today I have seen it. You two were brilliant - just out of the world. Thank You so much for making this party so special. They smiled and then he turned towards Nandini and said And you pretty lady ! The World knows about your husband's singing but we din't know that you had such an amazing voice too. I am impressed. Please let me have the pleasure. Saying he held her hand in his and kissed it without giving her a chance to react or resist. Manik's blood boiled seeing him kissing her hand even though it was a formal and chivalrous gesture. She looked at him and immediately sensed his anger. She clutched his hand and then tangled their fingers, giving him her beautiful smile, as she knew this would instantly calm him down. And it worked. He saw her smiling face and his anger vanished. He too smiled in return and they left the floor after thanking the Owner. They came to their friends who also sang a paean for them.

While Fab - 4 were busy having fun, Manik took a chance and sneaked themselves out into the garden area, dragging her along and hid behind a huge tree. She too wanted some lone time with him so she dint opposed.He leaned on the tree and held her close, gripping her waist. He said nothing and kept caressing her face and playing with her hair. She placed her hands on his chest and asked Kya hua Manik? Hum yahan kiun aye hain? She questioned him although she knew the answer. He yanked her closer and said eyeing her intensely I just wanted some peaceful and lone time with you. So brought you here. Away from everyone's sight. I wasn't liking the atmosphere. You know, every man there was finding ways to touch you and You know I hate it. Only I have the right to touch you. And that Owner, how dare he kiss you. He complained like a child and then took her hand and kissed it as if trying to obliterate the owner's kiss. She smiled at her over - protective and over - possessive husband. Although they can prove to be dangerous sometimes, she loved these two attributes of his. She cupped his face in her hands and said stroking her thumb on his cheek Awww. My Baby is jealous? He grinned widely as it was not very often that she called him 'Baby' and that made it sound more expressive when she used it. He bobbed his head like a child and answered Yes very jealous. In this whole world, there is only you who is Mine. Completely Mine. And I hate anyone coming close to you. I can share anything but not you. You are only for me and me only. She moved closer to him and said I am yours Manik. From my head to my toe, From my blood to my skin and from my heart to my soul. My everything is yours. He smiled and leaned down to kiss her and she shut her eyes. He moved deathly close to her lips but din't kiss her. He started teasing by licking her lips and rubbing them placidly with his but not kissing them. She clutched his collar - weakened by his teasing. She lost her patience and herself moved closer to kiss him. But he was enjoying seeing her restless and teased her more. As she leaned closer, he pulled his head backwards not allowing her to kiss him. She was craving for it and in a fit to take his lips, clinged herself to his body, adhering herself on him. He too was loosing it but he wanted to excite her more as that would bring out the wild side of hers - which he loved the most. Driven by the need and anticipated by his torture, she moaned his name in a weak voice and said Please don't. She expected him to give in but he just smirked seeing her face and resisted. Getting irritated, she left his collar and turned around to go but he couldn't let that happen. He jerked her and pinned her to the tree. He eyed her intently and smashed his lips on hers, kissing as if they have met after years. She was sandwiched between his body and the tree and was kissing him voraciously - like a wild cat - punishing him for teasing her. He too responded back with equal force, relishing her wildness. She clasped his hair and pushed him closer, kneading her body with his and he drove her insane by fondling her curves and kissing her senseless. She was moaning between the kiss that just ignited his hormones. Realizing they would loose their conscience if they din't stop, they pulled apart and rested their foreheads together, breathing heavily. Manik again pecked her a few times and then said I would like to correct my statement that I gave you in the evening. She instantly blushed remembering the evening and he continued I said I am your death. But no, its you who is my end. No matter how many times we do it, I am never enough of you. He gritted his teeth and added Your beauty just drives me crazy. The more closer I get, the more hungry I become. If it would work na, I would never leave the bed and YOU. Her cheeks flushed and she replied avidly The feelings are mutual Mr. Malhotra. If I am beautiful then you are no less. He raised his eyebrow and asked simpering Really? The feelings are mutual haan? She nodded and he bent down for another kiss.

They were close to each other when they heard someone coughing and it was none other than their friends. They reluctantly pulled apart and Manik said giving an irritated look to Cabir Tumlog hamesha wrong timing per kiun atey ho? Thodi der baad nahi aasakte they kya? Cabir sneered and replied Hum thodi der baad atey na tab bhi tu yahi bolta. Saaaley! Kitna romance karega? Tum dono thaktey nahi ho kya? Itni energy laatey kahan se ho? Nandini started looking here and there and Manik rolled his eyes and said Mere romance karne se tujhe kya problem hai. Main 24 hours romance karunga, bol tu kya karega? Cabir gave him a wicked smile and replied 24 hours agar tu romance karega to main kuch nahi karunga. Jo kuch karegi, Nandini karegi. Manik gave him a 'what?' look and he answered Look kya deraha hai. Ulti karegi Nandini aur kya?Everyone laughed while MaNan just blushed and Nandini hid behind Manik in embarrassment. Mukti saw her hiding and said Arey Nandini why are you hiding yaar? Its ok. Husband hi hai tumhara aur hum friends. Aur rahi ulti ki baat toh, woh toh zaroor hogi ek na ek din. Toh usme sharmana kaisa. Manik pulled her out from behind his back and said side-hugging her Haan it will definitely happen but un sab me abhi time hai. Let our relation get mature phir uske baarey mein sochenge. Mera baby itna chotu sa hai, pehle issey toh bada hujanedo - phir dusre baby ke barey me sochenge. Main ek saath do do babies handle nahi karsakta. Everyone chuckled and Nandini hit him on his chest playfully, making an angry pout. He kissed her pout and said tongue-in cheek Arey maine galat kya kaha. Tum meri baby nahi ho kya ? Choti si cute si .. Hain na guys? All of them giggled and agreed and he pulled her for a bear hug while she smiled and hugged him back, still blushing. Cabir interrupted their moment and said Agar tum dono ka Koochi poochi khatam hogaya ho toh hum ander chalein? If you guys have forgotten, let me remind you we are the Guests of honor here. So before anyone notices, lets go. All of them acceded and got back to the party.

To Be Continued ..