JAZZZZIIIIIEEEEEEE!!!!
I'm heeeeerrrrrreeeeeee!!!!
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Okay, so I have to start with Part 6 - can you believe it?!??!! How did you let me get so behind on this one? (yes, i'm blaming you...simply because its convenient.) And whats worse is, for these earlier chapters, I already know whats going to happen next...so lets see how my comments turn out...I will just read each part again and comment on each separately as always. ๐
Part 6:
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I love the hold she has on Prem...and how they go back and forth challenging one another. And I love Heer's strength.
Prem seems to be out of his senses with her proximity. He says he's 'changed' yet all he wants is to get 'reaquainted' with her? How does that make any sense? He wasn't ready for commitment 4 years ago, and he's not ready for it now....yet, she is the one woman besides his mother that he loved? ...Oh, wait...of course, Mr. Juneja would never admit that to himself. This guys clearly running from something in his past...I can't wait til you disclose it so that I can have more compasion towards him. Loved how you wrote this part: Jealousy, anger, confusion, and obsession had come out all at once. He's just being ridiculously possessive...and, its clear he's very jealous of Preet. I must say, I kinda feel bad for him. But only because I feel sorry for him - in that he can't just admit how important she is to him, and thus, lost out on the best thing that ever happened to him.
Oooohhhh Aarav. ๐ณ I just LOVE how you write Heer's interaction with him. He is just sooo cute. I am looking very much forward to getting to know the #1 guy in Heer's life a loooot better.
I'm glad you gave us insight on how Ballu feels about all this. I think its amazing they way you've written it from a parent's POV - that he was infuriated when he first found out, but that he was thankful for Aarav...and I love that they trust Heer enough to let her handle things on her own. Its great that she has such supportive parents. She's lucky in that way.
๐ Is Preet perfect or is he perfect? You've sketched him sooo ideally Jaz...its hard not to love him. I love him so much and its going to break my heart when she breaks his heart later...I wish we could prevent that...I mean, I know Premeer will end up together and Aarav will finally have his papa, but...can you try to not hurt Preet so much, please? And, if Heer turns him down, can I have him? ๐
Part 7:
Heer won't say 'I love you' back? That just makes me respect them both so much. Preet for being understanding and patient, and Heer, for not throwing the words around.
๐ Is Preet perfect or what? Really - where did u conjure him up from? Too bad real guys aren't likethat, huh? But Heer is so lucky to have found him - especially after the way things were with Prem...I mean, what a complete 180, no?
๐ Meher and Ash are hillarious...well, Meher is, anyhow...what a riot! Again, Heer is sooo lucky to have the family she has. Is this the 1st time you disclosed that Ash is adopted? I don't remember if you'd mentioned it before.
The bit about Aarav talking about 'dad' is so sad. I can completely understand Heer's disposition, but its so heartbreaking.
Loved the insight into the girls and the family background. Its evident that the girls are really close - not only that, the Maans seem to be a very tightly knit family. Heer really is lucky to have all the support she had during her pregnancy, and then after Aarav's birth.
Part 8:
What a beautiful start. Heer starts her day with her very own ray of sunshine. The part was beautifully written. Makes me want a kid...don't get me wrong - its just that...i love kids and Aarav sounds so cute. I want one! ๐
๐ Have I told you lately how PERFECT I think Preet is? And I love that Heer can take her mind off of Prem when she's with him. It would break my heart if she was thinking 'bout Prem while with Preet...he deserves so much better than that.
๐ Meher is so much fun!!! Loved how she teased the two. And that part with the blush was too cute. ๐ I love Preet....can I *swoon*?
It was truly big of Heer to tell Preet about her meeting with Prem. It shows that she really respects him and doesn't take him for granted.
Can I say again how PERFECT Preet is? When Heer told him about Prem, he put his own emotions aside, and was there for her - offering her comfort, despite what he himself was going through. And I just melted at his "i was there 4 years ago...i suppported you then, I will support you now...always."
Can he get more perfect? I mean...to down a whole chunk of wasabi just to get her to smile? God this guy is too good to be true!! Really, when Heer turns him down, can I have him?
What should I even say about Prem? I'm not surprised by his act - I think I know your Prem too well. But at this point, I don't like him too much. I do still feel bad for him, because he undoubtedly realizes he lost out on something so good - and that it was all his fault...but, he's really letting his jealousy and temper get the best of him. I really just wanna know what makes this guy tick...so I can stop disliking him. Because for now, Preet is just too perfect...and I know its going to break my heart when Prem swoops in and takes Heer (and Aarav) from him.
Part 9:
I love how Heer is keeping true to the honesty that she and Preet keep in their relationship. I love that she found it necessary to tell him the whole truth about Prem before going to meet him.
Preet is incredible. He is soooo supportive. Despite his astonishment and anger, he was so conciderate of HER. He's unbelievable. It was incredible that he was able to keep his temper in check and be concerned for her instead. Its obvious that this guy is out to get Heer, but he's able to keep a cool head. It just goes to show how much he trusts Heer. And he was ready to scratch the whole idea b/c he thought it might make her feel uncomfortable...How sweeeeet. I love this guy.
I don't even know what to say about Prem/Heer's meeting.
Thank you for some insight finally. He never told her anything about his past when they were together...that part of his life - and probably other aspects as well, were always a mystery to her. What it is that he's running from?
I'm glad Heer is resolving to be strictly professional. I love her strength. I mean, I dunno how long she'll be able to keep that strictly professional relationship going, but I wish her luck. I think its very big of her to do this, and face him without running away and giving him the benefit of knowing that he still has some power over her. Good for her. I really hope she can stay true to Preet...though I dont' see it happening...The thing is, now, I think if she found out about all that Prem has kept from her all this while, she might forget that Preet even exists. ๐ But, like I said, I love her for trying to keep it professional.
I don't even know what to say about Prem. I'm so disappointed in him for blackmailing her into working with him. What the heck is wrong with this guy? I dont' doubt that he simply 'wants' her, but I wish he'd just freaking admit to himself that she means the world to him - so he can stop playing games. I mean, as far as I'm concerned, he's gonna have to step up if he's competing against Preet. And I don't care if Aarav will always be a binding factor between him and Heer...the fact is, at this point, Preet is as good as it gets, and Heer is lucky as hell to have him...and though he's Aarav's biological father, Preet has been more of a father to him all along...so Prem has a lot to live up to...
UGH..I'm sooooo frustrated with Prem right now. What the heck is he so afraid of? Why can't he just admit it? And WHY is Preet going to have his heart broken in the end? He doesn't deserve it...and at this point, Prem doesn't deserve Heer.
Preet is a dream. He remembered her 'dream house' from when they were in HS and then went out there and got it for her...my God, are you really, seriously going to break his heart? Thats so sadistic! But then again, if Heer can't give him 100%, then he deserves better.
(Do you hate me for saying that?)
Part 10:
Heer feels guilty. I can see why, but I don't think she need necessarily feel guilty...but then again, why DOES she feel guilty? Even if he's her ex, if they're just working together, she shouldn't feel guilty...does that mean she's harboring some deep feelings for Prem?
He started to open up a bit and tell her about his mother...he seems very very fond of his mom...but then there is definitely something about his past - the women in his past, that is holding him back with Heer? Or so it seems.
Things HAVE changed. He's ready to commit to someone...to Heer...though he's 4 years too late, he still has hope because as he said during their 1st meet, she's not married yet.
But he's adamant about not having kids...because of all that he went through as a kid?...he doesn't want to take on the responsibility of a kid because he's afraid he'll fail miserably in that department because as a child he never had a successful relationship with his parents? Hahahaha...i know you hate that i'm speculating so much...
I love their conditions. I just wonder if she's going out of her way to maintain a distance from him - as if she doesn't trust herself to be able to work next to him without being affected (ya know, in that way) by his presence. hhmmm....
I will say though - my heart skipped a beat when he 'grabbed her hand gently'....jeeeeeezzz why does this Prem have this affect on us no matter what? UUUGGHH as much as I dislike his ways and don't agree with what he's doing to himself and Heer, I can't help but melt....uffff...HATE PREM!
And in the very next segment, I can't help but feel very sorry and sad for him. I love the way you wrote that part - about the importance of his mother in his life...how Heer reminded him so much of his mother, and how he loves and respects both above all else...and more than anything - how he had dreamed of living with Heer in that house - but he couldn't dream of that...that it wasn't an option. My heart broke for him then...I know, you told me once I found out about Prem's reasoning, I would love him...but...I still love Preet tooo....just put me out of my misery already, will you?
And the insight into how their relationship started...i guess i didn't realize he was so much older than her...it was nice to finally have that insight...so sad that Heer did end up expecting things from him and in the end, had to leave because he would have no part of the dreams she was harboring...of a future with him. It was very mature and strong of her to make that decision and leave the way she did.
I think its weird though - Prem said he couldn't give her what she wanted...but in a way, he did...he gave her Aarav...its just that - he wasn't with her...but in a way, he was...as Aarav is a part of him - not to mention a spitting image of him. Ironic?
But okay...I officially don't hate Prem...he's just a duffer...a sad, lonely duffer. And I am sure if he knew about Aarav, he wouldn't be able to turn his back on his child...he can't be so cold hearted as that. I can't wait to see what happens when he learns of Aarav's existance.
Thanks for the loads of Aarav in this update. He's absolutely adorable...though, it was heartbreaking to see that he drew Heer in the background...my eyes actually welled up with tears reading this part....everything about it....his "i miss you mommy" to his eyes that look too much like his fathers....And for him to ask why his father doesn't want to provide for him...and then Heer had to come out and break his heart and tell him that Prem doesn't know about him...what an emotional roller coaster that was...and in the end, she didn't have any answers because she didn't know 'why' herself. How heartbreaking....and his "I still love my daddy, even if he doesn't want me"....wow...what a mature little boy...and an absolute sweetheart...again - I WANT ONE!
All in all, its beautiful, Jaz, as always. Though I'm a bit frustrated, I am sure in due time, you will explain things and I'll be better able to prepare my heart for whatever you're going to put these 4 through - Heer and the three men in her life....sheesh....
And with that, all I have to say is PHEW!!! You don't want to know how long that took - that too with a pounding headache, so if it doesn't make sense, I'm sorry.
Anyway, there you have it...a long time coming...I"m glad to have finally gotten it done for you....and THANK YOU SO MUCH for not updating 'til I got this done...I guess I owe YOU AND YOUR READERS a big apology.
Anywya, I hope it was worth the wait.
And with that, I'm sighning out. GOOD NIGHT!
Love,
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PS: Sorry for the length...don't bother responding if you're pressed for time...THANK YOU!