VIII - MaNan FF : Life With Nandini [CH67-PG94/LinkToCH68-PG01] 20 Jun - Page 4

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Chapter - 64

Location - Hawaii

Akin to the magic of the White Witch, Jadis's wand - Aarav voice cast a freezing spell on the bopping maniacs and turned them into stones. His voice iced up their bodies and Aarav chuckled on the quiet seeing the amusing sight of all his elders, statued before him in hilariously funny poses. In perfect synchrony; the one word 'shit' escaped their mouths and they face-palmed realizing they've rained on their own parade. With silly grins plastered on their mortified faces; they waved stupidly at him but giving a tough look in return; Aarav walked to the sofa like a boss, climbed on it and asked, folding his arms across his chest Kya karrahe they aaplog? All the embarrassed souls just stood in a line with their heads hung low, like school kids when being reprimanded by their strict Principal for their monkey tricks and helping them; Aarav answered himself Party karrahe they aaplog! Woh bhi mere bina! Birthday mera hai hai aur mere bina hi cerebrate karrahe they aaplog! Koi aisa karta hai kya? While others suppressed smiles; Cabir and Rishabh smothered laughs and as Aarav frowned, noticing their tickled body languages; Manik rectified his adorable mistake, tongue-in cheek Cerebrate nahi Champ; Celebrate hota hai! This obviously made Aarav sheepish but quickly shrugging it off; he cleverly brought the deflected needle of discussion back on the main topic Haan Wohi! Celebrate! Aaplog mujhe chodker celebrate karrahe they! So Bad! I am cutty with all of you! He huffed, showing them his pinky finger and first smiling at his cutesy anger; they exchanged looks and then apologized together, catching their respective ears Sorry! Striking a stubborn and resistant attitude; Aarav averted his gaze and while everyone slumped their shoulders and eyed each other helplessly; knowing exactly how to deal with his temper tantrums, the wittiest of the lot smiled crookedly to himself and then spoke dramatically, making an innocent face Sahi hai! Bilkul sahi hai! We are at fault! Arey! Hum aapke bina aapka birthday celebrate karrahe they! One sorry is not enough! Not at all! Everyone peered at him in confusion and he continued when Aarav looked at him out of the corners of his tiny eyes You shouldn't forgive us! Bilkul maaf mat karna humein aur Nandini ko toh bilkul bhi nahi! Quicker than instantly; Aarav shot his head towards Cabir and asked in a defensive tone Kiun? Cabir winked at the matured ones, who had obviously understood his ploy by then and then answered, accusing and putting the major blame on his beloved Massi Ma Kiunke iski hi wajah se yeh sab hua! Pata hai? Hum sab toh acche se apna kaam karrahe they! Nandini ne sab shuru kia! She started dancing first and then humko bhi saath mein leliya! You can ask anyone! Everybody nodded in harmony and when Aarav's gaze landed on Nandini; she, with honest intentions, asked for his pardon, being conscious of the fact that she was actually the one responsible for upsetting their applecart Its true! Yeh sab meri wajah se hua hai! I am Sorry Baby! I am really Sorry! Maine sab spoil kardiya! Sorry! All his anger evaporated into thin air and not willing to make his Massi Ma feel even 0% offended; he hopped down on his feet, ran towards her and waved her regrets aside, hugging her tightly Don't say Sorry Massi Ma! Aapne kuch spoil nahi kiya! And see! Abhi toh mera birthday start bhi nahi hua! At once; all their eyeballs rolled in the direction of clock and their lips split into wide smiles on learning the time to be quarter-to-twelve. Bending down; Nandini embosomed him with all her affection and asked, after dropping a kiss on his head Aap sacchi mein naraz nahi ho na? Aapko bura laga? Tilting his head upwards; Aarav shook his head in negative and smiled. Fondly; Nandini pecked his nose and before he could return the sweet favor; Cabir sneered, twisting his ear lightly and pulling him away from Nandini Accha Bacchu? Pata chala Massi Ma ki galti hai toh sab maaf! Tabse toh bohot footage kharahe they janab! Before Aarav could even flinch properly; causing Cabir himself to yelp, Manik slapped his hand sharply and threatened, giving him a death stare and caressing the poor baby's hurt ear while he scowled at his father Apne haath kaabu mein rakhiyo! Bacche ko haath lagaya toh haath tod dunga! Jallad kahin ka! Circling his tiny arms around Manik's neck as he picked him up; Aarav stuck his tongue out at a petulant Cabir and then pausing the fun for the meantime; Manik said Okay now leave all this! Champ aap jao aur jaldi se tayyar hoker aoo! Bas thoda sa time baki hai! Aarav complied and left with his Mom for getting ready for his late-night surprise but not-so-surprising Birthday Party.

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I' m sorry I couldn't arrange a photo for the decorations! Nothing really matched :(

Aarav - Baby Batman

Wow! The little Caped Crusader mumbled in wonder as he stepped out of his room and found himself in no lounge but Gotham, The City of Nightmares, recreated with silhouettes of buildings and bats taped around the room, blue bulbs lighting up the space, a bat-signal created in the center of the ceiling and musical scores from Batman movies playing at a low volume in the background. Marveling at the stupendous decorations; Aarav whooped This looks so real! Aisa lagraha hai jese main Gotham City agaya hoon! Everyone just smiled at his joy and then led him towards the birthday table decorated with black and yellow balloons and Aarav's happiness knew no bounds on descrying the fantastic superheroes cake, batman cupcake tower, batman candies and other edible batman stuff and the whole myriad of gifts. As the clock struck midnight; everyone exclaimed a Happy Birthday together and giving them a sweet smile; Aarav then made a wish, blew the candles and cut the cake while the elders clapped and sung the birthday song in chorus. He fed the cake first to his parents and then everyone else, one by one, and as he reached his most favorites; Manik picked him up in his arms and after kissing his cheek endearingly, Nandini wished, making him take a bite of cake first Many Many Happy Returns of the Day Baccha! Pecking her back; Aarav fed her the cake and then impressing a buss on his forehead; Manik bit off a tiny part of the cake and bade, dropping the remaining piece in his chotu mouth Happy Birthday Champ! Then filling his tiny fist with a key; he continued Aur yeh aapka gift Partner aur Massi Ma ki taraf se! Puzzled; Aarav eyeballed him with question marks in his pupils and Manik answered, pinching his nose Yeh key apki bat-mobile ki hai! There it is. Saying so; he pointed towards the ultra-modern electric Ride on Batmobile toyCar and Aarav's eyes literally bulged out of his sockets in astonishment. Thrilled and Excited; Aarav sprang out of Manik's arms, dashed towards the car, gaped at and touched it dreamily and then yelled in delight, popping in the car ThankYou Partner and Massi Ma! Its ssooo sooo Good! The Best Gift ever! MaNan and everyone else twinkled at his rapture and silently prayed to the Almighty to keep his happiness intact.

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Whatt?? Hum Aloha State mein haiiinn? Saaachhhiii? Per kaise? Hum toh Hawaii aye they na! A wowed Aarav put forward his doubts as Cabir broke the news of them being at his favorite destination to him and smiling at his naive son; Cabir cleared Mere Einstein! Hawaii jo hai na woh tera Aloha state hi hai! Aloha state ko hi Hawaii kehte hain! Both are one and the same! More than pleased; Aarav hurrahed and babbled enthusiastically Yayy! Ab hum beach jayenge, sarey beaches - green, black, red aur waterfall bhi aur waterpark bhi aur ... Abruptly taking him in a side-hug; Cabir placed his fingers on his lips and said Shhh! Relax Champ! Saans to lele. Hum jaenge! Zaroor jaenge! Per abhi lets eat our Dinner! Aren't you hungry? Patting his grumbling stomach; Aarav bobbed his head in a Yes and they made their way to dining table where the ladies where laying the dinner.

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After enjoying a scrumptious and sumptuous celebration meal, at birthday boy's behest, they took a walk down the memory lane and watched an old Batman Movie - The Dark Knight, together in the Villa's home theatre. Later on, they entertained themselves with light-hearted party games such as Musical Chairs, Balloon Burst and Charades and deliberately made Aarav win in each frolic to keep his heart. When the music systems blared; they danced, swirled around the soft melodies, sashayed across the floor on mild tunes, grooved to jazz numbers and also bopped like maniacs on rock beats. Cabir's one liners kept the comedy quotient intact all through the party and his funny Batman and Joker spoofs had them rolling in the aisles. Their merrymaking continued till the dead of the night and as their vigor waned and tiredness overwhelmed their bodies; they called a halt to the Bash and retired to their rooms to catch some Zs and charge their drained selves.

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Lying flat on his stomach with his body wrapped in covers and face dug into the pillow; Manik was peacefully swaying in arms of Morpheus when all of a sudden, his body stirred on feeling a dearth of her soothing and soft breaths in the air around him. His hands roamed over the mattress to seek her warmth and on not finding her anywhere near; he jerked out his slumber and scoured the room for her, chanting her name every second. On getting confirmed of her absence in the room; he hastened out and exhaled a sharp breath of relief on espying her sitting by the poolside with her legs dipped in the water and contemplating the dull morning sky while grazing on some snacks. Quickly; he fetched a shawl from their room and asked, walking closer to her Kya hua Baby? She looked at him with a start and gasped, keeping her palm on her chest Mani! You scared me! Reaching her swiftly, he secured her in his embrace and spoke regretfully, rubbing her forearms I am Sorry! Relax! She smiled at him and then curling up to her from behind, he draped a shawl around themselves and inquired, resting his chin on her shoulder Yahan aise kiun bethi ho? And why didn't you wake me up? Entwining her fingers with his; she tightened his hold around her waist and replied, nestling up against him Bas aise hi! Neend nahi arahi thi. Tum bohot gehri neend mein they! I didn't have the heart to wake you up! Sensing that something was bothering her; Manik got worried and asked softly Whats troubling you? Batao mujhe! Kuch nahi to bilkul mat bolna. She glanced at him for a moment, sighed and then shared her gut's ominous premonitions that were weighing heavily or rather, preying on her mind and heart; closing her eyes I am feeling a sea of anxiety deep down Mani! Aisa lagraha hai jese kuch bura honey wala hai. You know na my intuitions are always correct! She then looked at him with teary eyes and continued, cupping his cheek Last time jab mujhe aisi feeling hui thi tab you got shot! I am scared Mani! Agar phirse aisa kuch hua toh? Main toh mar hi jaongi! I can't see you in pain. I am not that strong. He knew the extent to which such collywobbles intimidate and unnerve her and to pacify her; he took her in a bear hug and comforted Sshh! You don't have to be strong. Aisa kuch nahi hoga! Staying mum; she burrowed into his chest and in attempt to cheer her, he spoke And agar ho bhi gaya toh koi nahi .. Before he could complete; she yanked herself away from him and freaked out Kya bolrahe ho tum Manik? Ho bhi gaya toh koi nahi? How can you even say like this? Every day I pray to Aiyappa ke tumhe kabhi dard na ho! I prefer dying a thousand times than seeing you in any sort of pain! Aur tum aise bolrahe ho! So lightly! He tried to interrupt but not letting him, she ranted further Tum mujhse pyaar nahi karte! Agar karte toh aisa nahi kabhi nahi bolte! So insensitive of you Manik! Understanding her sentiments which he knew had become extra sensitive due to apprehension; Manik locked her in his arms and lovingly cleared the misunderstanding Aisa Nahi hai Baby! I Love You! Mera woh matlab nahi tha! Meri puri baat to sunlo! Her features remained impassive, implying that she was still cross and turning her face to the other side, she replied with a huge lump in her throat Mujhe kuch nahi sunna! Please leave me alone!

Do Play the Song:

It's the original version of Soch by Hardy Sandhu

(Trust me! The lyrics of this one are much better or I would say, the whole song is much better than the Hindi version. I personally Love this one a lot <3)

[YOUTUBE]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E8rpY2FwKkY[/YOUTUBE]

To her dismay, he didn't argue and simply went away but before she could feel dejected or anything else about it, he returned heard him strumming and humming an engaging melody. She saw him covertly, from under her lashes as he sat by her side and he sang intently:

Main Pyaar Ton Vadh Tainu Pyaar Karaan;

Tainu Sajjda Sohne Lakh Waar Karaan

(I Love You more than Love itself;

I bow down to you in worship for lakh times)

She shut her eyes and edging closer to her, he continued:

Main Pyaar Ton Vadh Tainu Pyaar Karaan;

Tainu Sajjda Sohne Lakh Waar Karaan

(I Love You more than Love itself;

I bow down to you in worship for lakh times)

Je Din Nu Keh Dein Tu Raat Maahi;

Ve Main Raat Samajh Aitbaar Karaan

(If you call day as night, Beloved:

I will blindly trust you and consider the same)

Dewy-eyed; she looked at him and he voiced his heart out tenderly, holding mist in his eyes:

Main Tere Layi Duniya Nu Chhadeya;

Tere Layi Door Apne Kare

Ve Main Tainu Kinna Chahuni Aa;

Eh Gall Teri Soch Ton Pareh

(I have left the world for you;

Distanced myself from my people

You won't ever be able to imagine;

How much I Love You)

Main Saah Bin Saar Haan Sakdi;

Tere Bina Pal Vi Na Sarey

Ve Main Tainu Kinna Chahuni Aa;

Eh Gall Teri Soch Ton Pareh

(I can live without breathing;

But not even a moment without you

You won't ever be able to imagine;

How much I Love You)

She perceived the significance of his lyrics as she was well acquainted with the language and every single syllable plucked at her heartstrings. Spontaneously, she clung to him and bracing her against himself; he brushed away the lone tear that trickled down her cheek with his knuckles and then crooned:

Akhiyan ch har Vele Tera Mukh ve

Takk Tainu Tuttde ne Saare Dukh Ve

Deed Teri Da.. Aahe Nazara

Naa Pyas Lagge teh naa Lagge Bhukh Ve

(My eyes picture your face all the time:

By mere looking at you, all my sorrows vanish

Such is the effect of your one glance:

That I neither feel hungry nor thirsty)

Akhiyan ch har Vele Tera Mukh ve

Takk Tainu Tuttde ne Saare Dukh Ve

Deed Teri Da.. Aahe Nazara

Naa Pyas Lagge teh naa Lagge Bhukh Ve

(My eyes picture your face all the time:

By mere looking at you, all my sorrows vanish

Such is the effect of your one glance:

That I neither feel hungry nor thirsty)

Drawing her head away from his shoulder; he held her face with gentle hands, let their foreheads meet and added, locking her eyes with his:

Tere Bina Aaunn Na Supney;

Supney Vi Jhidak Ke Main Dharey

Ve Main Tainu Kinna Chahuni Aa;

Eh Gall Teri Soch Ton Pareh

(I get no dreams in your absence:

Dreams I have shrugged away my all

You won't ever be able to imagine;

How much I Love You)

Ve Tere Bina Raahan Mere Yaara;

Manzilan Nu Jaan Ton Ne Darey

Ve Main Tainu Kinna Chahuni Aa;

Eh Gall Teri Soch Ton Pareh

(All paths without you:

Scare me

You won't ever be able to imagine;

How much I Love You)

Giving into the irresistible impulse; she tangled her fingers with his hair and just fused her lips with his. Possessively, he spooned his palm around her nape, hooked the other hand about her petite waist and kissed her slowly yet passionately. The kiss had no urgency; it was soft as a touch and as pure as driven snow. As her body shivered with lack of oxygen; he broke apart and resumed, after catching up with air -

Zindagi De Ditte Tainu Saare Hak Oye

Gairan Vall Takeya Na Akh Chakk Oye

Kach Utte Vi Nach Jawangi

Wafaa Meri Te Na Karin Shaq Oye

(I have you all the rights over my life:

I haven't spared even a glance to strangers

I will effortlessly dance on shattered glass:

Don't doubt my affection and loyalty for you)

Zindagi De Ditte Tainu Saare Hak Oye

Gairan Vall Takkeya Na Akh Chakk Oye

Kach Utte Vi, Nach Jawangi

Wafaa Meri Te Na Karin Shak Oye

(I have you all the rights over my life:

I haven't spared even a glance to strangers

I will effortlessly dance on shattered glass:

Don't doubt my affection and loyalty for you)

She cursed and invoked hell upon herself for being unnecessarily rude to him and hissing harsh and she lowered her head in remorse. Twigging her gesture, he lifted her face, cupping her chin and nodded slightly, asking her with eyes to not feel guilty. Then using his fingers, he tugged the corners of her lips upwards and when she smiled, his lips too curved and then he tuned:

Ik Tainu Paun De Karke

Na Ginnati Main Kinne Zakhm Jarey;

Ve Main Tainu Kinna Chahuni Aa;

Eh Gall Teri Soch Ton Pareh

(Just to get you:

I have borne many wounds

You won't ever be able to imagine;

How much I Love You)

Tere Layi Jo Jazbaat Jaani;

Oh Sone Chandi Ton Vi Kharey

Ve Main Tainu Kinna Chahuni Aa;

Eh Gall Teri Soch Ton Pareh

(My feelings for you Darling:

Are more pure than gold or silver

You won't ever be able to imagine;

How much I Love You)

She nuzzled her face in the crook of his neck as he scooped her in his arms and then laying her on the bed, he planted a long, deep, promising buss on her forehead and said earnestly Every time you'll ask me to leave you alone, I will hold you tighter. Tumhe akele chodne ke liye tumse pyaar nahi kiya tha maine! Admiring him; she sucked his lips softly and confessed for a zillionth time I Love You So Much! He pulled the duvet over themselves and replied, cuddling her close I Love You too Baby! Beyond words, beyond this world and beyond all the infinities. She smiled and he soothed her, easing the pucker formed between her brows And don't worry about those hunches. Jo bhi hoga we will deal with it together! Snuggling into him, she just hmmed and muttering sweet nothings to each other, they soon fell asleep.

To be Continued ..