FF: Angel of Mine 3 Final Part/Ep Page 81, TY Pg82 - Page 5

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It had been a few days, and everybody resettled into their routines. Much to everyones happiness, Masi had grown quite attached to Bani just as they all had. She spent a lot of time with her new granddaughter and daughter-in-law, getting to know them, and having her get acquainted with old family stories. Bani especially loved to hear stories of Jai when he was younger, because they were full of pranks and mischevious act that he partook in.

Although he was happy, Jai was absolutely frustrated. It had been days since he really spent some time with Bani. She was back to running around the house, taking care of everyone, doing her office work, preparing dinner, etc. Since Masi had made amends with Bani, she hardly let the girl out of her sight and Bani hardly got a break. He missed her badly, and he was worried that she would fall sick again.

And now, since his hand was healed, Bani didn't need to help him very much either. Jai couldn't help but miss her. He was used to having her around all the time.

He stood in front of the mirror, buttoning up his dress shirt. Despite not seeing her that morning, she managed to get his clothes out for him, and set them on the bed for him. Jai heard the doorknob turn and his wife walked in, although he had seen her briefly that morning, it felt like it had been ages. She smiled as he picked up his tie.

"Bani, can you help?" He asked sweetly, holding up the tie. Bani shyly nodded and took the tie from his hands, draping it around his neck.

Finally, he thought. Taking the opportunity, he snaked his hands around her waist and brought her closer. "I missed you…" She bit her lip, not looking up at his sparkling brown pools.

"I missed-" She began to say.

"Bani?!" She heard her name being called from downstairs. Bani stepped back, and both looked at the door as if they had been caught.

"I have to go…" Bani said rushing downstairs to tend to Masi, who called out for her again. Jai wanted nothing more than to punch a hole in the wall. But he kept his calm, knowing that Bani would be in the office with him that day.

As if a light went on in his head, Jai suddenly thought of a surprise romantic lunch. Just the two of them. He smiled to himself, as he finished knotting his tie. It was going to be perfect.

Jai patiently waited until lunch time. Even on their way to work, he got tied up with a conference call, so he was unable to chat with his wife, but she seemed content to just enjoy the outdoors while he chatted. As much as he wanted to, he was unable to hang up the phone.

Finally, as if he waited an eternity, the clock struck noon. He had requested Maria to secretly make reserverations for two at a beach front restaurant for lunch. He even requested for a single red rose to be left on her plate, for when she arrived He knew she would love it, and he couldn't wait to have that time with Bani, with no interruptions.

Checking his watch, he exited his cabin heading straight for Bani's, but he was surprised to see that her desk was empty. He looked around and couldn't see any sign of her.

Jai rushed back towards his cabin. "Maria, did Bani come by here?"

"Sir, she came earlier and asked what your lunch plans were. But because you had told me it was a surprise, I told her you were booked for that time. I didn't want to spoil the surprise." She replied. "I didn't see her after that."

"Shit…" Jai whispered.

At that point, he saw Aditya walking by. "Adi! Adi, have you seen Bani?"

"Bani? Yes- I just saw her leaving the building with Masi."

"With Masi?" Jai felt truly disappointed frustrated. He had hoped that he would finally get some time alone with Bani. Jai took out his phone and cancelled the lunch reservations, ordering himself a simple sandwich for lunch before retreating back to his cabin.

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Bani returned from lunch immediately searching for her husband. The blinds to his window were closed, which was quite unlike him, unless he was thoroughly concentrating on his work.

"Maria? Is Jai in?" She asked with a smile.

"Yes, Mr. Walia is in… but…."

"But?" She prodded. "Is he still in his lunch meeting?"

Maria shook her head. "Hes not in such a great mood."

"Did something happen?" Bani asked suddenly worried.

Maria really wanted to laugh, but tried her best to hide her smile. "Actually, Ma'am, he had made special lunch plans with you and wanted to keep it a secret. He didn't expect you to leave from here. It was supposed to be a surprise."

Bani looked at her stunned. She knew that she was spending so much time away from him, that he was looking for any opportunity to be with her. She missed being around him as much as he did. Despite being in the same house, they seemed to never seen one another. But what could she do, she couldn't exactly say 'no' to Masi.

Bani quietly stepped into his cabin, seeing his back turned towards her. She tiptoed her way into the room, making sure that she didn't make a single noise. She slipped her arms around his neck, making him jump slightly, and brought her lips to his ears.

"Sorry…" She whispered. "I didn't know what you had planned… Maria just told me." She said sounding disappointed. Jai held her hand and turned around, seeing her remorseful eyes.

He smiled assuringly. "Its ok… I know its not your fault. We'll do lunch another time.. promise." He said kissing the palm of her hand. Bani pecked his cheek then ran back to her desk to finish up her work.

Later that evening when they returned home, Bani freshened up quickly and headed towards the kitchen to help with dinner. Jai was busy chasing Neha around the garden for sometime, laughing as she tackled him on the grass. He wished Bani could be with them, but he knew she wouldn't shrug from her duties in helping out Jigyasa and Masi.

When dinner time finally came, they all sat down, while Bani ran back and forth from the kitchen frying fresh to puri's. Masi had made a special request to her to make her favorite dish, and Bani didn't have the heart to turn her down. But Jai was disappointed. Throughout the whole day, he knew that if not during lunch, at least at dinner time he would be able to sit with her and look at her till his hearts content. But seeing it was not meant to be Jai scowled to himself and tucked in his food. He had to admit to himself that the food was delectable.

Bani only joined them to eat when she was done serving everyone. Neha was already sitting in the drawing room, playing with her dolls when they finished. She yawned a few times, but kept playing, giving Bani a clear signal that the little girl was tired.

"Come on, sleepyhead. Lets put you to bed." She said lifting her little girl up.

"No! Nea pay!" She said rubbing her eye with one hand and pointing to the ground with the other.

"Neha will play tomorrow," Bani said walking the little girl upstairs. Jai smiled and checked his watch. In about ten minutes, he was sure that Neha would be asleep. He quietly thought to himself- if he timed it right, he could catch Bani before she returned back downstairs.

After four and a half minutes, Jai casually put down the magazine he was pretending to read, and headed upstairs. Just then, Bani walked out of Neha's room, closing the door slightly. Jai quickly shut their door and swiftly walked up to Bani, taking her in his arms and giving her a passionate kiss.

When he moved back, she was breathless, but her beautiful brown eyes were sparkling. She was at a loss for words. Jai rested his forehead against hers, with his eyes shut as he breathed heavily as well.

Bani finally found her voice. "What.. what was that for?"

Even with his eyes shut, he smiled. "Because I miss having you in my arms…" He responded bluntly.

"I didn't go anywhere…"

"I know… but you've been so busy, you hardly have time for me." Jai traced her lips softly with his finger.

"Im here now…" She whispered. She tiptoed and softly kissed the corner of his mouth, making Jai's frown turn into a smile. He wrapped his arms around her, with his hands caressing the small of her back softly. Jai leaned in further to deepen the kiss, but before anything could happen there was a knock on the door.

"Bani?" They heard Jigyasa call out.

Jai pouted. "Five minutes. Is that too much to ask for? Just five minutes alone with my wife?"

Bani wanted to giggle, but she felt bad too. She really hadn't been with him for the past few days. Jai hadn't let go of Bani, when they heard a second knock on the door.

"Do you think they will notice if we don't answer?" He whispered.

"We have to answer…" She said softly. With much reluctance, he let her go and she opened the door.

"Oh Bani! Is everything ok?" Jigyasa said noticing a grumpy looking Jai behind her.

Bani turned and looked at her husband who looked positively miserable.

"Fine, Di… Anything important?

"Oh yes! Masi is calling for both of us. We're going to have a ladies only gossip session. Rano is already waiting! Chalo!" She said grabbing Bani's wrist pulling her with her. Bani casted him an apologetic glance before she was dragged out of the room.

Jai nearly fell on the bed out of frustration. Nothing seemed to go his way!

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The next morning, Jai woke up, feeling a soft finger tracing the outline of his face. He slowly opened his eyes, recalling how he went to bed all alone the night before. Bani hadn't even returned from Masi's room by the time he fell asleep. As his eyes fluttered open, he saw Bani's angelic smile in front of him- the perfect sight first thing in the morning.

"Hi…" He said stretching with a smile on his face.

"Hi…" She whispered back. "Sleep well?"

Jai shook his head. "Hardly. You weren't here… how could I sleep without you here? We havent had a moment alone together for days… You know that?" He said tucking a strand of hair behind her ear.

Bani laughed softly. "I know…" She turned to look at the door. "But we're alone now…" She said smugly.

Jai realized it was too early for them to be disturbed. Pulling her down, he flipped over and pinned her lightly. "Finally…" He started trailing fiery kisses down her neck, and Bani couldn't help but run her fingers through his thick black hair.

"Mama sheee!"

Jai and Bani broke apart quickly. Jai sat up and Bani jumped up as fast as she could, not expecting Neha to be up this early. She turned around to look at a disappointed Jai, who could do nothing but run his hands through his hair out of frustration.

"Neha! Why are you up? Its so early! And how did you get out of your crib?"

"Shee!" She said holding Bani's hand and pulling her towards her room. Jai followed them curiously, nearly jumping a mile when Bani shrieked in horror. Jai looked around the room to see that Neha had scribbed all over the white walls with her crayons.

"Nea daw! Peety!" She said pointed to her colorful scribblings all over the wall. Neha clapped and bounced around excitedly.

Jai started to chuckle, but Bani immediately silenced him with the glare that she shot him. After seeing her horrified expression, he decided not press her.

"Neha?" Bani said sternly. "Did you do this?" She said pointing to the wall.

Neha looked at the wall then at Bani with a smile. "Nea daw!"

"No, Neha. We do not draw on the walls." She said seriously. Neha saw that her Mama wasn't so amused by her drawings and her smile went away. "If you want to draw, we draw on paper."

"Say sorry to Mama and give her a hug," Jai said.

"Mama oweeee…" Neha said waddling to Bani with her arms open.

"Its ok, my baby… Ok, are you going to be a good girl and help Mama clean up?"

Neha looked up at Jai who was nodding. She then turned to her Mama again and nodded, just like her Papa. "Tay…" Neha answered back softly.

"That's like my good baby…"

Bani, along with Tony, spent a good part of the morning scrubbing the walls of Neha's room, bringing them back to its pristine white color. Neha tried her best to help, mainly patting the walls with a napkin, but happy that she was helping her Mama.

In the meantime, Jai got ready for work, still wishing that he could have spent the morning with Bani. But having a child in the house, he knew that it wouldn't be so easy. Bani rushed downstairs after cleaning quicky grabbing a bite to eat, and then rushing off to the office with Jai as they were already running late.

Around noon, Jai's intercom rang. "Yes, Maria?"

"Sir, your lunch has arrived."

"Lunch?" He said trying to recall. "I didn't order anything…"

"I did…"

Jai looked up to see Bani standing at his doorway with a soft smile on her face. He hung up the intercom as she stepped in, followed by the peon who dropped off the food and left them alone.

"I thought we could have lunch together."

Jai couldn't believe what he was hearing. FINALLY he would get some time alone with his beautiful wife, even if it was for just an hour or so. Shutting his laptop, he made his way to the couch giving her an affectionate kiss before sitting down to eat. "Did I ever mention I have the best wife in the world?"

Bani smiled and started to fill his plate with his favorite Chinese food. Even she was happy that they would finally get to be with one another.

"Bani, thank you so-"

But Jai was interrupted by the buzzing of his intercom. He looked at his desk, but decided to ignore it. Right now, he wasn't going to take any calls. After a minute, there was a knock on the door.

"Sir?" Maria said popping her head through the door. "Theres someone on the line saying you were scheduled for a phone conference at this time?"

Jai slapped his forehead. "Oh no..I completely forgot! Bani Im so sorry. I got so excited about having lunch with you that I forgot that I scheduled it this morning. Please forgive me.." He said kissing her palms.

Bani smiled. She was disappointed, but she knew that he had to take care of his work. "Its ok… Just make sure you eat afterwards. I don't want to staying hungry." He nodded then rushed to pick up his phone. Bani sighed quietly as she packed up the food and left for her desk.

When Jai finished with his phone call, he looked at his wife who was busy typing away. With a smug smile, he dialed her number.

"Bani speaking…"

"I miss you…" He said. Bani sat back and smiled.

"I miss you, too…"

"Accha? I couldn't even tell. You havent looked at me once since you went back to your desk."

"Hmm… Who brought lunch today hoping for some alone time with her husband?"

"My other wife," he teased. Bani giggled softly, hoping no one would realize she was blushing while on the phone. "Busy?" He asked.

"A little… why?"

"Come here. I have a little free time…"

Bani knew her cheeks were beet red at this point. She quietly hung up the phone and walked into his cabin. As soon as she entered, she felt a hand hold her wrist and bring her to the couch. Jai kissed her passionately, not waiting for her to react. She felt like she was melting into the soft leather, as he moved from her lips down to collarbone.

"Jai… what if someone sees…"

"Door is locked. Blinds are shut. Nobody will see…" And before she could answer, he kissed her lips softly, making all the fears in her mind dissipate.

Ring ring

Jai wanted to scream as he heard his cell go off. Knowing it was a personal call, Jai scrambled up to find his phone.

"Hello?" He said trying to not make himself sound cranky. "Ji Masi… shes right here." He shook his head and handed her the phone.

"Ji Masi?" She said trying to give her husband an apologetic look. "Yes, that's no problem. Right now? Ok… Sure I will bring it with me when I come home. Ok, bye." Bani hung up the phone and looked at him nervously.

"Let me guess.. you have to go?" He asked knowingly.

"Masi wants me to go pick up her prescriptions from the pharmacist. They are closing early today, and I know which ones she needs so…"

"Its ok… you go. I've got some work to do…" He said sounding clearly disappointed.

"Jai…"

Jai walked to her and kissed her softly. "I know…."

Bani gave him a half hearted smile and reluctantly left. Jai sat down on his couch feeling frustrated. He felt the whole world was against him, not letting him spend five minutes alone with his wife. Jai contemplated quietly.

If nobody was letting him be alone with his wife, then he would have to take matters into his own hands.

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