This is my entry for the contest… I have continued from where the episode ended on Friday. I hope u like, coz I liked writing it. I will warn before hand… IT IS LONG!
Everyone arrive at the Walia farmhouse for a 3 day break from their hectic schedules. Jai-Bani reach the last and are visibly sulking over what happened,. Jai had picked up Bani from the bus stop and they had headed to the farmhouse. Just watching them drag themselves along, Massi asks Jai why her Bahu's chehra is 'utra hua'. Much to Jai's horror, bani doesn't seem to disagree and smile. Looking at Jai who seemed to be looking at her helplessly, Bani complains like an upset wife that Jai got angry with her coz she forgot to get his laptop and had insisted they went back home and got it. Jai heaves a sign of relief… Massi scolds Jai for getting work along and confiscates his Laptop and orders him to spend time with all of them. Jai looks at Bani to convey(not through words ofcourse) that he is sorry and thank her for saving the day. Bani is simply not interested, see through him and walks away with Massi. An amused Jai stands there watching Bani walk away, unaware of himself wishing she would turn around and give him a look. Bani walking along Massi isnt hearing a word of what Massi had to say, she could feel Jai's gaze following her, she kept telling herself not to turn around… but at the end she does turn around to find Jai's smirking away, she brings back her thoughts promising herself she will ignore him as much as she can. AS IF!!!
Jai tries his best to ease out the tension, Bani is fully aware of this. She wasn't angry with Jai, she could never be… but she decided to play along coz she was enjoying Jai's attention. It made her feel she was the Most Special Person to have ever existed. Jai much to his own amusement had now decided come what may he just had to reel in Bani with his Charm. For reasons unexplained he felt jealous of the people Bani was spending her time with, laughing and smiling. Her laughter had his heart soar far into the blue sky. He had never heard anything as wonderful as her laugh. It made a bit furious at himself for not being the reason behind that Laughter so he decided he would join in. Much to Bani's embarrassment Jai was blatantly flirting with her infront of everyone…he made Massi the perfect excuse for it.
Everyone were a relaxed lot after the 1st day. Tension had eased out between Jai-Bani. They found themselves grinning and smiling without a reason, only to realize the other was on their mind. After a heavy lunch most of the people had retired for a siesta, Bani was with Massi & Dadi who were entertaining her with Jai's growing up days. Listening to the stories made her only realize she was hopelessly in love with Jai. It was late afternoon when Bani decided she would make tea for everyone.
She goes to the kitchen before which she decides to check on Jai… only to find him missing. She had seen him last when he was having a business talk with Aditya. All of a sudden she felt a pang of disappointment take over her. The previous day had as it were changed her entire life. She seemed blissfully happy around this man whose eyes seemed to look only at her, only for her. She didn't have the guts to look into them throughout, but whenever she did, she found the emotions in them had intensified with every moment. She found herself defenseless infront of his smile, which not only lit up his face but seemed to reach his eyes. As much as she knew this was all true she couldn't brush aside the unpleasant memories of the past few days. She is got out of her trance when she hears a galloping sound, she walks to the window and smiles instantaneously. It was Jai but ofcourse… he was on a horse.
She stood there watching Jai's exceptional skills at handling a horse, when Massi comes in. Looking at Bani's questioning glance, Massi tells her that Jai was an exceptional Polo player, infact he had captained his club for a long time. Massi continues to say that Horses are Jai's passion. They even have a stud farm with this farmhouse, and Jai likes to spend his time there whenever he gets the time and the horse Jai is riding now, is his favourite Horse, Chetak. Apparently till now Jai hasn't allowed anyone near Chetak. Meanwhile, Jai rides away… seeing Bani's crestfallen face Massi asks her to go the stud farm as Jai will be there. Massi asks a farm hand to take Bani to the stud farm. As they drive through the farm, Bani is left astonished at the beauty & the width of the farm.
Bani reaches the stud farm and sees Jai checking out the saddles. She was looking at a man who had an uncanny rustic feel to him. Dressed in plain white shirt and brown trousers and dark glares he looked a hands on Rancher and not one bit the Hotelier, Jai Walia who ran his worldwide business from behind his desk. As he hears the jeep draw close he looks up and smiles .He removes his glares and waits for her to come to him watching her without drifting his eyes elsewhere. Looking at him smirking made her uncomfortable coz it looked as if he was expecting her, he wasn't surprised at all! For a moment she thought had he lured her to come to find him, in the 1st place? Almost as if to answer that thought, Jai asked 'Someone has followed me here!!! Missing me. Huh?' As Bani stammers with a lame excuse, Jai's all knowing grin made her give up.
To avoid Jai, she begins looking at the horses, they are the most magnificent, beautiful animals to see up close. Despite all the horses being equally splendid, there was something different about Chetak, A black Stallion. There was an aura of Royalty that distinguished Chetak from the others… Chetak had to be special, He was Jai's favourite after all. Amused at the interest Bani is showing in Chetak, Jai asks her if she would want to meet him. Bani squeals in excitement just like a small kid. Jai gets Chetak near Bani and very proudly shows to her his horse. He also says that Chetak at times is very moody and only he can handle it. Bani comments "Lagta hai ap jaisa hi hai, Khadoos!" amused with that comment Jai, dismisses it with a wave. He asks Bani if she wants to be feed Chetak. Bani nods. Jai gives her a couple of Sugar cubes to feed the horse. Bani though takes it, feels very scared to actually go near the horse. She keeps putting her hands back & forth coz she is scared. Suddenly she felt his hands hold her hand gently yet firmly and takes it forward to feed the horse. Seeing herself so close to the huge animal she closed her eyes, when she felt Jai's protective arm around her shoulder, she looks up at him and he smiles an assuring smile… she turns back the horse who is gulping the sugar cubes from her hand. She felt the fright leave her as she patted chetak's face and cuddled it coz Jai's protective arms were still holding her. Chetak seemed to have taken a liking to Bani immediately and was extremely well behaved. Jai smiles to himself and says "Lo chetak bhi bachnahi paya" perplexed Bani asks him "Kisse se?" and Jai closing in the distance between them almost whispers into Bani's ears "Tum se.. Tumhari Jadoo se, tum tho kisse ko bhi apna bana hi leti ho!" Bani blushed but couldn't probably say anything more as his closeness had taken her breath away… even as Jai continued to maintain his gaze at her she only hoped in silence her eyes will speak for her heart… she lifted her head and Jai had locked her eyes with his brooding intensity.
A moment later they snap out as they hear Chetak… Bani is embarrassed but Jai seemed quite pleased. Bani gets back to looking at the horse, when Jai asks her if she wants to ride the horse. Bani horrified, refuses. Jai tells her she should try it and is sure she can manage it coz it must be in her genes. Bani wonders how could that be in her genes… Jai tells Bani her mom was an exceptional horse rider. Bani couldn't believe it, Jai tells her about her mom's horse riding exploits. One hearing her mom's stories a new found confidence urges Bani to try it out. She agrees to give a try and wonders which horse will she ride. Jai says "Chetak, ofcourse!" A surprised Bani tells him that Massi told him he is very possessive about chetak and wont share him with anyone. Jai adjusting the saddle says "mera jo bhi hai, wo tumhara bhi tho hai" and looks at Bani who is looking down to avoid him… he smiles to himself and says cheerfully, that the saddle is ready now. Now Bani begins to panic, she backs out refusing to sit on the horse. Jai tries to calm her down but Bani is being hysteric, Finally Jai holds her looks into her eyes, "Main hoon tumhare saath, tumhe kuch hone nahi dunga." Puts his hands forward and says "Ab chalo" Looking at Jai's reassuring presence she takes his hand. He helps her sit on the horse while he holding the reins and walks by the horse. They take a few steps, he is talking to Bani and she doesn't reply, he looks up at her and finds her sitting like a statue with her eyes tightly shut. He breaks into a chuckle and Bani opens her eyes, he tells her not to worry so much, they are just walking and the horse is not galloping. Bani relaxes a bit and begin to enjoy her ride while Jai tells her about his polo playing days… they seemed like walking into the horizon which awaited them holding in it life's promise for them.
It is getting a bit cooler as the evening is setting in. Bani asks him where they are going, he tells her there is lake at the other end and it is a beautiful sight to watch the sun set into the lake. Bani has had enough of the horse ride and wants to get off and walk with Jai. She tells him she wants to get off. When Bani is getting off, Jai literally picks her off the horse and lands her on the ground, safe. They walk towards the lake, Bani wonders where could the lake be, she hasn't seen any. On their way, Jai leaves the horse with a farm help and asks him to take it back to the stable.
The scenic beauty around them increased with each step. As they walked, they spoke quietly to each other, as though they had secrets to share. Whispering in hushed tones, they had to stay close to hear the words. The winds carried with them elusive scents of the wild flowers scattered around the place. Jai looked at Bani and felt her honest eyes imploring him, her quite smile touch his heart, her warmth filled his soul with the essence of life. His Life had found a new meaning, a new purpose… It was in THEIR TOGETHERNESS. He puts his hand forward and Bani looks at him overwhelmed… she quietly places her hand in his and they walk together.
A song in the back ground… from the soundtrack of Fanna
Mere haath mein tera haath ho saari jannatein mere saath ho
tu jo paas ho phir kya yeh jahaan tere pyar mein ho jaaun fanaa
mere haath mein tera haath ho saari jannatein mere saath ho
tu jo paas ho phir kya yeh jahaan tere pyar mein ho jaaun fanaa
mere haath mein tera haath ho saari jannatein mere saath ho
Bani: tere dil mein meri saanson ko panna mil jaaye
tere ishq mein meri jaan fanaa ho jaaye
There was still no sign of the lake, Bani wondered what could be so special about the place. They walked their way through trees when Jai slowed down and Bani looked in front to find the most breathtaking scene. The scenery looked stunning and tranquil with a small but unbelievably clear lake, fed by the melting water of the nearby mountains. (Now I don't know where Jai's Farmhouse is situated!!!) Acres and acres of tall and evergreen tress lined the shores of the lake. The Sun was about to set.. the entire scenery looked draped in a beautiful orange.
Looking around, bani is surprised, at the lighting the sun has cast all around them. Not quite daylight, yet far from the darkness of night, there spoke a light of truth, understanding and love. Almost a heavenly light. Jai stood by Bani as he watched the beautiful magic of heaven on earth with the one who walks with his heart
Song Cont in the background:.
jitne paas hain khushbu saans ke
jitne paas hothon ke sargam
jaise saath hain karvat yaad ke
jaise saath baahon ke sangam
jitne paas paas khwaabon ke nazar
utni paas tu rehna hamsafar
tu jo paas ho phir kya yeh jahaan
tere pyar mein ho jaaun fanaa
mere haath mein tera haath ho saari jannatein mere saath ho
Jai just watched Bani's face as it reflected the happiness in his heart, Her happiness had made him joyous that he could have ever imagined. Bani looked at him questioning when Jai pulls her close to him and says "janti ho Bani main jab bhi apne apko tanha pata ta to main yahan chala aata ta. Es jagah ke kubsurati mere bechain dil ko pal bhar keliye sukon deta ta. Lekin aaj mujhe yeh har bar se zyada kubsurath lagrahi hai, Janti ho kyun? (Bani shakes her head, with a smile on his face he looks towards the lake) Kyunki aaj tum mere sath ho… Tumhare pass hone ka ehsaas mujhe mere har tanhayee, har dukh, har dard se dur kardiya hai. Ek naya ehsaas, ek naye kushi, Ek umeed ne mere es dil ko bhardiya hai. Aaj en nazaroon mein wo kubsurathi nazar arahi hai jo maine kabhi deki nahi te…" There is a sense of chock in Jai's voice.
Lines from the song:
Rone de aaj hamko do aankhen sujaane de
Baahon mein lene de aur khud ko bheeg jaane de
hain jo seene mein qaid dariya woh choot jaayega
hain itna dard ke tera daaman bheeg jaayega
Bani overwhelmed by Jai just hugs him, promising herself she would never let Jai feel any pain and fill his heart with her love and happiness. She laid her head against his chest With her ear close to his heart, she felt her world slide into place. All the stumbles and falls through her life had brought her to this moment. This is where she was supposed to be…. In the arms of the man who she loved and who loved her more.
Song continued:
jitne paas paas dhadkan ke hain raaz
jitne paas bundon ke baadal
jaise saath saath chanda ke hain raat
jitne paas nainon ke kaajal
jitne paas paas saagar ke lehar
utne paas tu rehna hamsafar
tu jo paas ho phir kya yeh jahaan
tere pyar mein ho jaaun fanaa
mere haath mein tera haath ho saari jannatein mere saath ho
It is said "love always finds those with a lover's heart" Love had found them even among tears, disappointments and cynicism in the sparkling dusk from heaven above. Not a word is spoken, for none are needed No words could ever describe the beauty of the moment or of emotions of two people who had just pledged their lives to eachother with love and commitment. In the distance, the sun settled, the waxing moon rose, the wind rose to a thrilling pitch and the night wrapped the lovers in peace and promises yet to be fulfilled….
Lines from the song:
Adhoori saans thi, dhadkan adhoori thi adhooren hum
magar ab chaand poora hain falak pe aur AB POORE HAIN HUM!
THE BEGINING!!!!!
God Bless.
Lots of Luv
Anu.