Yaariaan of SPACE-part 34 updated 03 May - Page 9

Hmm. Finally I got the link back.

Originally posted by: subbatanisha

<font size="5">wow ...yaar superb ...beautiful update ...jus amazing yaar ...i jus loved their conversation ...u have penned it beautifully ...</font>

I was actually waiting for your comments, dear. Can't say how much appreciate each comments. Thanks for the inspiration to write. Glad you are liking the story.. 😳

Originally posted by: uma88

Hmm. Finally I got the link back.

Guess what I was searching for your story from weekend.

I searched typing the story title but instead of yaariaan I typed yaariyan so didn't get it.

Now read two parts together.

Liked it.

Continue soon.

So again manik missed fab5 party this time.

Excited to read next part.

Continue fast.

Hi dear, glad you got the link back. I missed your comments on the previous part 😭 each of your comments are actually very precious. Yes, Manik missed FAB 5 party again. I actually wanted to explore each and every FAB 5 character. But right now stuck on Manan. This is what Manan does to you. Hain 😃

Part 20 Meeting badimaa and the consequences


Navya was on her usual morning trip to the temple when she came across an orphanage named ' Carmel Home '. As she was very fond of children, she stopped by to meet with the mother superior and spent some time with the children there. This became her habit and she started visiting the orphanage frequently. It was during one such visit that she saw Cabir.

At first, she thought it was Ranbir as seeing Cabir in an orphanage was surprising. What was more startling was the revelation that he was taking classes for the children there. This changed the whole outlook Navya had of Cabir. To think that a young guy like him spent hours in an orphanage was really commendable.

Navya shared this with Nandini. Cabir was initially not too happy to acknowledge Navya, but later they started spending more time with each other at the orphanage. Nevertheless, at college they hardly acknowledged each other.

Cabir was usually hanging out with FAB 5 and Rose, but the teasing and jeering that Navya had been subjected to initially,had reduced considerably after this.

Manik and Nandini were no different either. After their encounter in the mansion, Manik had approached Nandini to enquire about her unexpected arrival at his house.

"I had come to thank you for saving me the other day from goons. I also came to know of your reality show. It was a shame to have lost the chance. I know it was because of me. I am sorry."

"Yes. Many things have happened recently because of you. You know what, stay away from me. That would be good for both of us. You ... are bad news."

Although Manik was partly joking, his tone was serious. He had understood that Nandini was affecting him. Otherwise, he would never have blurted out something like 'trust me with your life'. Seriously. When had he started promising girls with something this intense?

Nandini , on the other hand, had realized that Manik was someone special for her. And, especially from last night's 'trust me with your life' promise, she had started developing some hope which was foolish because she knew that Manik was already in a relationship. But, her treacherous heart was not accepting this fact until his 'you are bad news' expression that immediately doused the fire of hope that had started budding in her.

Therefore, they did just that- stayed away from each other physically, although, Nandini's eyes often searched for him in the campus and her heart skipped a beat every time his name was mentioned. Even though Manik's thoughts often drifted to Nandini, he did not encourage it. But one thing he realized in this was that his feelings for Aliya was transient and had no real foundation to mature.
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So, this continued until fate intervened again in the form of Badimaa.

It was Amms birthday and Nandini decided to visit the temple before going to the college that day. So she set off early just in time for the morning aarthi.

After the darshan and the special prayers, Nandini was climbing down the temple stairs when she noticed the woman walking ahead of her, faint and fall. Before she could hit ground, Nandini was at her side helping her to the nearest bench. Nandini fetched water for her and offered to take her to the hospital. The lady assured her that she was alright. Nandini was not convinced and insisted to take her to the nearest clinic.

That was how Dhruv's mother, Manik's badimaa met Nandini for the first time. After the Dr. checked her, it was diagnosed that Badimaa's BP had shot up as she had forgotten to take medicine.

The Dr. advised her to take rest and admitted her in the clinic for observation. Badimaa gave her Dhruv's mobile number and asked Nandini to ring him.

Manik was in Dhruv's house at the time when Dhruv's phone rang displaying Nandini's name. Manik had come to Dhruv's house to go to college together. Dhruv was taking a bath. Therefore, Manik, bewildered on seeing Nandini's name attended the call.

Who was more surprised, is not sure, in this case, Manik or Nandini? Manik and Dhruv immediately left for the hospital. Nandini waited till they arrived. Something disturbed Manik on seeing Nandini's number saved in Dhruv's phone. Manik made a mental note to check with Dhruv later but for now, Badimaa came first.

After the initial pleasantries and introductions, Nandini announced her intension to leave. Badimaa asked Manik to drop her to her home.

So, Dhruv stayed back with his mother while Manik and Nandini left together for her home.

While in the car, she asked the one thing that had puzzled her a lot.

Nandini turned to Manik " Manik, you call Dhruv's mom as badimaa. Are you related to her?"

"She is like a mother to me. She brought me up."

"That's why you are so attached to Dhruv..."

Manik gave her a 'how do you know' look. Nandini had been closely watching Manik for the last few weeks and she had noticed the bond that the FAB 5 shared; especially Dhruv's and Manik's friendship ran deep.

Manik's quizzical look forced her to continue " Woh kya hai ki, I have heard other girls mentioning something like that. So..."

"So, you are listening to gossips about me? Have you also heard that I call my own mom by her name?"

" That I heard you..calling her...the other day when I was... in your house."

Manik did not say anything more. Both fell silent, reminiscing their encounter at his house. Nandini gave a side look at Manik. He was deep in thoughts and a strange sadness had fell on his features, which were usually playful. Nandini had heard him address his mom as Nyonika and had wondered about it many times. Something terrible must have happened for him to be that way and Nandini's heart went out to him.

On reaching Murthy house, as Nandini was alighting, Manik told her that since it was already late for college, he would give her a lift to the college as well. Nandini, now had no other option but to invite him inside. She had already called an informed chachi of the morning events.

" Chachi, you remember Manik..." Nandini said as soon as chachi opened the door.

" Of course, Manik beta, come inside." Chachi was happy to see him again.

Nandini ascended the stairs to collect her things and freshen up. When she returned downstairs, Manik was already seated on the dining chair and eating Chachi's chole. Manik and chachi had bonded well and chachi was all praises about the sona munda who had taken an instant liking to her chole.

" Nandu, you too have some breakfast. You did not have anything"

" No chachi, its already late. I will have from college canteen" saying, Nandini rushed out.

Manik had to follow her.

On reaching college, Manik parked his car at the usual spot in front of the college. Many students were just coming in through the gates and many noticed Nandini get out of Manik's car. Many gave them curious look. Manik ignored whereas Nandini had become a little conscious. As Nandini was trying to move to her classroom, Manik stopped her.

" Nandini, You did not have any breakfast. Come to the canteen with me."

"No Manik. I am ok. I will have something later with Navya."

"Its not ok. I insist. Moreover, I have to thank you for what you did for badimaa today. It is my treat. Come."

Nandini had no other option, but to follow him.

After they had ordered food, Nandini looked around. All eyes were directed at them. Manik Malhotra was never seen in canteen with anyone other than the FAB 5. However, to see him sitting cozily and having breakfast with a fresher was a rare sight. Nandini somehow completed her breakfast. After Manik had paid the bill , both of them moved to their respective classes.

It was during the breaktime that a classmate of Nandini's approached Navya and Nandini and said " Nandini, did you know that gossip about you and Manik have been going around? Is there any truth in that?"

Nandini was speechless. Navya defended her." What gossip? You people don't have anything better to do?. Just leave her alone. waise bhi, Manik is dating Alya.."

" Exactly, so here she comes..." said the girl, looking at the entrance of the classroom.

Alya and Mukti entered the first year classroom and advanced to where Nandini was sitting.

" you... behenji...How dare you try your antics at Manik. Stay away from my boyfriend. Do you understand? I should not see you anywhere near him in future. If you do, you will know who I am"

Mukti took it from there." She has been trying to attract Manik's attention from day one. These middle class ...go after anybody's boyfriends'..."

Nandini could not control her anger anymore. She did not allow Mukti to complete." Mind your words. I was not trying to attract any attention. I am not that desperate to." Turning to Alya she continued." You are his girlfriend. Why, are you so insecure that you have to chase away any girl that come anywhere near your boyfriend? Don't you have trust in your relationship.. in him? "

Nandini had treaded so near to the truth. Without thinking of the consequences, Alya hit Nandini right across her cheek. There was complete silence.

" Alya, Have you lost it?" Mukti shouted at her and tried to drag her from there. Alya regretted her action almost immediately and left from the classroom.

Nandini's eyes started watering and tears started falling continuously. She was deeply humiliated. To be branded as the other woman, although there was no truth in it and to be treated as a person who would go after someone else's boyfriend; What more could be more shameful than this? Navya tried to console Nandini, but in vain.

The head of their department, Anuradha Maam, had witnessed the whole incident. She reported this to the Principal and by the end of the ill-fated day, Nandini , Alya, Mukti and some of Nandini's classmates were standing in Principal's office testifying on the incident.

Alya and Mukti were suspended for a week as the case fell under ragging.

As luck would have it, Manik was not present in college when this had taken place. He had left for the hospital to check on badimaa immediately after the famous breakfast.

Manik rushed into Nyonika's office on hearing the news.

"Manik, I knew you would come running on hearing about your girlfriend. You had better control her and all your friends. I cannot loose SPACE reputation. Do you know what would happen if the press gets to know of this? This is a case of ragging."

" Nyonika. Cut the crap. Take back the suspension immediately."

" No."

" I promise I would do anything you ask. But I want Mukti and Alya in the college at any cost by tomorrow. See to it" Manik turned to leave when he was stopped on track by Nyonika's next words.

" What's with this new girl, Nandini? I asked you to drive her out of this college. Instead, you have managed to drive your girlfriend out. She sure is something. I believe, this Nandini."

Manik did not give Nyonika, the satisfaction of his response although Nyonika's words disturbed him.

Nandini was upset at the turn of events. What an end to such a beautiful day. She did not want Mukti's and Alya's suspension and decided to convince the principal to withdraw it.

Manik was just coming out of the Principal's office after having cancelled the suspension when he saw Nandini waiting to go inside.

"What are you doing here? Haven't you had enough? You had actually managed to get not one, but two FAB members suspended. You are really smart."

" Manik. I was actually waiting to see the Principal to get the suspension annulled."

" No thank you. I have managed to do that...without your help...And listen...For the final time, Stay away from all the FAB 5 members...far far way. "

Manik's glance fell on her cheek, which was slightly red due to the slap, and her puffy eyes. He wanted to touch her cheeks and console her. He wanted to take her in his arms and cheer her up. He stopped himself from doing so and moved away leaving a heart broken Nandini behind.

Nyc update. .

Originally posted by: Tiara115

Nyc update. .

Yeh kya ho gya..

Manik knows he doesn't love alya.. He has started developing feelings for nandini bUt ignoring them..

Alya .. I just hate her .. what is her problem.. she is so insecure and how dare she slapped nandini...

What did manik do in the end.. why he said so cruel words to nandini..

Poor nandu in the end she has to suffer..

Do update soon

Waiting eagerly

Hi dear, Did you forget he is MONSTER MANIK... But , hopefully he will come around.. Jaadu of Nandu will work 😊

Awesome update...
I hate this alya. How dare she slap nandini n manik also supporting her only??

Part 21. A break up and a make up



The FAB 4 had gathered in Mukti's house.

Dhruv had just explained to the rest of them regarding badimaa's hospitalization and Nandini's role in it, thus making it clear to them why Manik had to give a lift to Nandini.

Alya was in deep remorse now. She was usually not a violent person. The fact that Nandini was too close to the truth for comfort had made her to loose her control. Alya realized that her talk with Manik was long overdue.

Manik walked in at that moment and his glance fell on Alya who was clearly upset. He announced to the others about the cancellation of the suspension and again looked at Alya and said "Alya, a word with you, in private please"

Alya looked at others, got up, and followed Manik to the terrace.

Manik was planning his words. He cared for Alya and did not want to hurt her feelings. Nor did he want the FAB 5 bond to break. Therefore, he had to tread carefully here. Manik gave out a long breath and prepared himself to speak when Alya started speaking.

" Manik, I am sorry. What I did was not acceptable. Nor do I want to justify myself."
After a pause, Alya admitted. "A relationship with you degraded me to this level- to loose my cool and do something that is not me. Please do not get me wrong. I have been meaning to say this for a while now. We are not getting anywhere...our relationship... just sailing by for the sake of it...and I want out. I want you as a friend Manik. I want FAB 5. I know I started our relationship. I acted on the attraction, but over the years, somewhere down the line, I think we have lost the spark. I fear that if matters continues thus, I will loose your friendship as well and we will turn bitter towards each other," Alya was openly crying now.

Manik took her in his arms. She went into his arms gratefully. She wanted comfort from him more than anything else.

" Alya, You will always remain my friend and we are FAB 5, All for one and One for all. We will stand by each other always... and if our relationship is a hindrance to that, we will break it for FAB 5 and our peace of mind."

They stayed like that in each other's arms for a while and then separated from each other.

Manik wiped away her tears and said " Now no more crying. Let's go and break this news to the others."

Alya smiled through her tears. "Now that's like my good girl"

FAB 5 accepted the news without much ado. They had one of their famous group hugs and turned to Music, which was their common solace in all circumstances.

Finally, the festive season was round the corner. It was Diwali. SPACE gave a week off for Diwali. Before the break, each year students celebrated Diwali in their own way at college.

The first years too had a small party in their classroom. Most students prepared sweets and edibles from home and brought to the college.

Navya and Nandini along with Chachi prepared a wide variety of sweets, everything under the leadership of Navya, who was a great cook. Chachi was a terrible cook and the most common dialogue of chachi when each dish was prepared went something like this..

"So you can make Imarthi this way too..."

And Nandini's response went in this manner ..

"Chachi, this is the way to make Imarthi"

" Nandu, Are you pulling my legs.. I will make it like this only next time"

Chacha too joined them " Shannooji, lets buy from a mithai shop when you feel like making sweets next time. At least we can save the cost of all the ingredients."

Thus went the nok jhoks and the fun. In the midst of all the revelries, Nandini received a pack of Diwali sweets and an invitation letter to attend SPACE Diwali party hosted by the Malhotra's at their residence.

On further enquiry, it was clear that the invitation was for only the selected few and most of the freshers were not invited. It came as a surprise to Nandini that Manik invited her even after their last unpleasant encounter outside the Principal's office. She was hurt badly at his words and Nandini being a strong girl decided not to loose her sleep over him anymore. So she was trying desperately to put him out of her head and move on with her life. She did not want to awaken her now dormant heart with further feelings for Manik.

She knew Chachi would force her to attend the party and therefore, declined the invitation and booked tickets to go to Mangalore. She and Rishu spent Diwali with Amms in Mangalore.

Nandini met Manik on the college stairs the first day after the Diwali break. She gave a slight smile and tried to move on when he stopped her by taking hold of her hand.

Nandini looked around. Students rushing up and down relatively crowded the stairs. She gave a warning look to Manik and tried to free herself. He let her go immediately when he realized her fear.

"Why did you decline my Diwali party invitation? I wanted to talk to you about something."

"I was not in Mumbai. I had to go to Mangalore"

"Come to the canteen with me. I need to talk to you"

"No. I don't have anything to talk to you."

"Ok. Do not talk. Just listen"

"No. I have class now."

"Ok. Then come during break"

"Why? Did you forget what happened earlier when you had the whim to buy me breakfast? Your girlfriend literally slapped me, belittled me and warned me to stay away from you."

Nandini tried to move away once again as she did not want him to see how deeply hurt she was by that incident.

"Nandini, do you want me to beg for your time. I thought I had to clear something with you... before I actively start wooing you." This stopped her in her tracks. Manik gave one of his smirks and continued" I want us to spend some time together... and get to know each other"

"Par Alya??"

" We ... are not together anymore"

This surprised and upset Nandini even more.

She asked in a very soft tone.." Am I the reason behind the break up?"

" No. You are not" Manik assured her.

" No."

" No. what?"

" I am not interested in getting to know you. Please leave me alone." Nandini pushed past him and rushed to the girl's washroom.

Thankfully, it was empty. Nandini knew the repercussions that she will have to face if she went into a relationship with Manik. She would be termed as a relationship breaker and all the accusations venomously spat out by Alya & Mukti would turn out to be true. One part of her heart debated that it would only be a small price to pay for Manik's affections. Nandini reasoned with herself in all angles and decided not to do anything reckless.

Thus she avoided Manik in college in every way possible. Manik, on the other hand, decided to take things slow and give her time to come to terms with this.

The first semester soon came to an end. During the short vacation that followed the semester exams, Navya had gone to Patna and Nandini stayed back in Mumbai as Rishu was having his school.

Manik spent his vacation mostly in Pune with his father familiarizing himself with the running of the Malhotra Industries. However, often, he would fly back to Mumbai to be with the FAB 5.

Nandini was eager for the vacation to get over. Unrequited and surreptitious love for Manik had actually tinted her vacation spirit. She had missed him to the point that she was not able to enjoy her vacation to the full and was looking forward to the reopening of the college.

The first day of the second semester was exciting. Navya had lots of stories to share with Nandini. Their first semester results were out and fortunately, both Nandini and Navya had cleared all the papers.

The morning hours passed by, sharing and updating on all the latest gossips.

Unfortunately, for Nandini, there was no trace of Manik or the FAB 5 anywhere. During break time, Nandini dragged Navya to the canteen hoping to get a glimpse of Manik .

He was sitting in his usual place relaxed and joking with the rest of the FAB 5. Her hungry heart gave a leap on seeing his silhouette. She was too shy and nervous to look at him.

Nandini and Navya took a seat at the other end of the canteen facing away from him. Navya was chatting nonstop and Nandini was grateful for the diversion.

Manik was enjoying his cappuccino and listening to Mukti, Alya and Cabir gossip on latest college news when his glance fell on Nandini who was sitting across, turned away from him. The sight of her rejuvenated him and it was then that he comprehended how much he had missed her. He had in fact controlled himself all these days only through sheer force of will.

Nandini felt a tingling warm sensation at the back of her neck and she knew that he was looking at her. In fact, he was willing her to look at him. She got up on the pretense of collecting the food from the counter. She took a bottle of water from the self-servicing machine and while returning to her seat, chanced a glance at him. Her heart stopped beating. He was looking at her with an arrested expression on his face. Time and Nandini stood still while two hearts acknowledged each other from across the room.

Mr. Pathak was lecturing on Architectural building construction when Nandini heard her phone beep indicating a message delivery. It was the last hour of the day and everyone was eager to get home. The message was from an unknown no. and read as "come to storeroom after class - Manik".

Nandini was in tight spot. Half of her wanted to go and meet him in the storeroom after class while the sane other half warned her that it would not be proper to meet him in the storeroom especially after the classes. Finally, the insane half won. Her next concern was how to convince Navya to go ahead without her. Finally, she somehow persuaded Navya to go home without her.

Manik was waiting for almost half an hour by the time Nandini made her appearance at the storeroom. His patience was beginning to wear off and her hesitation at the door of the storeroom agitated him even more.

He pulled her inside and closed the door, saying, "You really know how to test my patience"

" Manik, You can't just command me to come and go as you please "

" Yet you came."

"This is the last time it's happening. What do you want now?"

By now, Manik had moved closer to Nandini and to avoid the intimacy, Nandini walked backward until she hit the wall behind.

" Manik..What..???"

"shhh..Don't... spoil it" Manik touched a finger to her lips preventing her from talking any further, slightly shaking his head and looking deeply to her eyes.

Nandini was lost. They stood like that, for ages, captivated in each other's gaze. Manik slowly moved his fingers, caressing her face from her forehead, down her cheeks and came to a stop when he reached her throat. Nandini had closed her eyes, savoring the feel of his fingers on her. When he stopped suddenly, she opened her eyes and saw him smirking at her. He was not holding her anymore, but standing a little apart from her. She moved away from him, turning away from him.

" Manik, please. Don't play games with me."

" You are the one playing games here, Your action and your words clearly doesn't match. You say one thing and do something else."

" What did I do? Manik, this is not correct. We can't meet like this... in the storeroom"

" Even I don't want that. But, I have seen that you are embarrassed to talk to me in public. That why I was forced to call you here. I told you, I want to explore this attraction we have for each other."

"I am not interested."

"Why not? Your body language says otherwise."

" Manik, Don't you get it? You just broke up with Alya. Alya, on that day, accused me of luring you. And see, this will prove her correct"

Manik gave a short laugh of unbelief. "Really. I cannot believe this. I told you earlier, that we broke up, not because of you. And, for your kind information. Alya initiated the break up. Our relationship was not going anywhere. It lacked the chemistry that we share. You and I, Nandini..." He moved closer to her to confirm the point. "And, this is the last time we are discussing her. "

" But..." Nandini was saucer - eyed. " How can someone break up with you?"

Manik gave his famous smirk and said" Yeah, I know I am irresistible. So do not fight this... this thing that we share. Let's explore it-"

"- You just want a girlfriend to replace Alya.."

Manik lost his temper at that and took hold of her arms in a tight grip. " Shut up.. Just shut up. Now get this clear in your little head, Miss Nandini Murthy, You are not a substitute for anyone. I ...I..." he stopped himself from saying out the three little words.

Nandini looked at him expectantly. Manik looked at her for a few more minutes and turned away.

"Come, I will drop you home"

"No. I will go by myself"

"Why do you argue all the time? Why can't you for once agree with what I am saying?"

" Its just that... ok. Fine. But I will wait for you outside the college gates. I don't want other students to notice."

Manik gave her a ' Are you mad look' and muttered under his breath." This girl is very strange." And said aloud "Ok. Fine..."

In the car, Nandini turned to him and said "Manik, Lets be friends first. Let us get to know each other. And slowly, we will...as you said...explore this feeling..."

"Friends! Nandini, You and I, we can never be just friends..."

"At least lets not be open about this...I am just a middle class girl. All this is very new to me. Moreover, we have to respect Alya's feelings. She might have initiated the break up. But, still it will hurt her feelings to know that you have moved on...So we will keep this a secret from the other students and FAB 5."

Manik realized that Nandini had a point and decided to go ahead with her wish.

" Do you want to come inside? Chachi might be cooking something special." Nandini asked while getting down from the car.

"Why not? Anyway you have friend zoned me. And, Friends visit each other's place. Chachi's food is a small price to pay to be with you for some more time. I will take the risk" Manik switched off the ignition and climbed out of the car.

"Manik, how's badimaa doing?" Nandini asked as they walked together to the front porch.

"She's fine now. Always in praise of you.. Come visit her soon...She will be happy to see you."

" Yeah. I will"

Chachi was in the kitchen and saw them both walking together. Chachi's romantic heart sighed deeply and sent a small prayer up.

"God.. Keep them together always... happy like this...just like me and Moorthyji"