Chapter 30
It was a perfect day with perfect atmosphere and perfect weather. The smell of the fresh flowers adorned the small chapel that has hosted several marriages throughout the years. Beethoven's "son of joy" provided a perfect tune to the whole setting. As Arohi walked down the aisle dressed in white silk satin mermaid style dress she not only looked breathtakingly stunning but also felt beautiful from inside. Lace and pearl beading artfully decorated the strapless bodice. Her veil was attached to a pearl tiara that matched with the sequence on the dress. This was the same dress that Arjun's mother had worn for her wedding. Arohi was touched to her very core when Aunty Gloria had requested her to wear this particular attire for the wedding. A diamond necklace sparkled on her lovely neck. A bouquet of red roses and ivory lilies adorned her hands. A song of joy beating through her as she walked towards the man who had made everything right for her'...the man who had loved her with all his being. Little Aayan stood next to his dad as his best man. Looking at both her men dressed in black suit, pearl grey shirt and burgundy tie, she felt a lump rise in her throat. They both look so handsome and confident. She wished her father was there to give her away.
She has been trying hard since the last week to control her tears . But it was her wedding and like every other jittery brides her emotions had taken a front seat. She has always dreamt of a perfect wedding since she was a little girl'...a traditional Indian wedding with all customs'...Chunri,Mehendi, Sangeet, Shadi. But unfortunately an Indian wedding was something that neither her nor had Arjun thought about considering the situation. It would have taken longer for them to go back to Mumbai and get married. It was mainly Aunty Gloria who wanted to see them married here..in the same chapel where Arjun's parents and his grandparents had got married.. And for both of them she meant a lot...'.she could not have disheartened the elderly lady. So it was decided they would have a small ceremony in the chapel followed by a reception at the villa.
Also she had barely seen Arjun as he had been very busy with his business and meetings. He had to stay away for three nights and they had hardly any time together. She had missed him like hell. After that night in the tower they had not even shared a kiss. So she had to plan most of it with Aunty Gloria and Anna like the color scheme, the music, the food. Arjun had always been over the phone discussing things and paying the bills. She had been highly disappointed as none of her friends including Salil and Purvi could come within such short notice. There had never been any family from her side so it was just Arjun's side of the family from his mother's side and few of his childhood friends. Although Arjun's dad was there but his step mother Kumud and Natsha didn't come for the wedding. She was happy that they are getting married out of love and not responsibility but somewhere in her inner heart everything seemed alien. A white wedding in an island chapel was absolutely beautiful but to her it meant nothing. Very soon they would be pronounced husband and wife but she felt incomplete...'a sensation of emptiness...'a sensation of something missing had been haunting her for days. Sometimes he wished she had spoken her heart out to Arjun but considering the fact that he was busy also it was impossible to arrange an Indian wedding she kept quite. But in her leisure time she just failed to control her tears.
She was so engrossed in her thoughts that she almost stumbled when she reached the end of the aisle. The vicar's "please turn to face each other and join hands" brought her back to reality. She stopped breathing when Arjun captured her hands in his and smiled down at her. His encouraging expression and the feel of his solid palms against hers sent tingles up her spine. A blush appeared on her face as she thought about those powerful hands elsewhere on her body, exploring, caressing, teasing. She almost chided herself for letting such thoughts in her mind at such a crucial moment.
The vicar interrupted their passionate eye lock and asked " do you both want to go through this marriage"
"Yes" Arjun declared, his tone oozing confidence.
When the vicar turned his attention towards her, Arohi looked up at Arjun His whole face shinned with love and only love. There was not a single doubt etched in his face; his surity shone through his eyes.
"Yes I want to marry him" she admitted.
"All right. If both of you are agreeable and no one else has any objection to this matrimony then we shall proceed" the vicar indicated as he opened his book of vows and looked at the congregation to see if any one had any objection.
"Ladies and gentle man we are all gathered here today to join this man and this woman in the bond of holy matrimony" Saying so he then asked them to exchange rings. Little Aayan brought the rings and as Arjun slipped it on her she could feel mist developing at the back of her eyes. When she put the ring on him she loved the look of triumphant glory on his face. Her heart thumped with happiness to see him so very happy.
Turning to the groom he asked to read his wedding vows There wasn't even the slightest hesitation in his voice as arjun looked into her eyes and said "I, Arjun Singhania , take you, Arohi Sharma, for my lawfully wedded wife, to have and to hold, from this day forward, for better, for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and health, until death do us part."
The vicar nodded and asked Arohi to do the same.As she read the vows I, Arohi Sharma , take you, Arjun Singhania for my lawfully wedded husband, to have and to hold, from this day forward, for better, for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and health, until death do us part." her voice got chocked with pending emotions. She would have collapsed if Arjun was not holding her hands firmly. She was so emotional that she almost overlooked the part when the vicar declared them as man and wife and permitted him to kiss the bride.
Arohi eyes opened wide as Arjun lifted her veil and she watched him with shyly as he lower his head. She thought that he was going to brush her lips with his and that would be the end of it. But he wrapped his arms around her and pulled her to him, warning her with a intense gaze that it was not a casual kiss. It was the kiss that a man gives when he claims his ownership'...she caught her breath when his mouth settled over hers, every cell in her body seemed to come to life. At first his lips moved with tenderness and softness and then he tightened his arms and pressed her even closure it became more passionate and deeper forcing her to kiss him back. For a moment she gave away to her own needs and kissed him back as is that was the only thing needed for her survival. She had been kissed by him many a times before but she had never experienced anything like this. It was an all consuming reaction of body and soul. The loud cheering from guests forced Arjun to move away from his bride and when he did that she felt completely claimed by her husband...'there was his mark on her swollen lips which declared to the whole world that she was taken...'.
As they left the chapel Arjun lifted her up and put her in the spacious limousine. He brushed his fingertips over the gentle slope of her cheek "Are you happy Mrs Singhania " he asked earnestly. " I am very happy Mr Singhania...'what about you" was all she could muster as Arjun looped an arm around her waist and nuzzled on her beautiful neck showering small kisses. He pressed a soft kiss on her bare shoulder "Mmm...'I am the happiest man alive on this earth as I have you...'.the most beautiful bride to share my life" he reached out for her hand , entwining his fingers with her soft trembling ones. She closed her eyes in sheer delight as he kissed every single finger-tip before his mouth found their softness. He met eyes and whispered "Right now I just want to whisk you away and just have all your attention but unfortunately we have guests to attend...'But tonight is going to all ours...'I promise you Arohi it is going to be the most memorable night of your life" she looked at him with glistening eyes that touched his soul. Cupping her face his mouth found hers and resulted into the most beautiful moment of pleasure that sealed the promise he has just made.
"Surprise" an array of voices simmered through as Arjun entered his home with his precious bride . She just could not believe her eyes when she saw Salil, Purvi, Shefali, Romit, Jay, Archie and a whole lot of her friends from Mumbai'...her closest friend who she has always wanted to be part of her wedding. They were all waiting in the foyer and shouting surprise at the top of their voices. For a moment she felt as if she was dreaming but the slight sqeeze from Arjun's warm hand round her waist and the sparkle in his eyes got her out of her amazing trance and she felt breathlessly happy. As he gave her a light kiss on her cheek and whispered "I Love you " she instantly knew that it was him who has arranged for all them to come to Greece within such a short notice. She could barely control her tears as she got showered with tight hugs and sincere wishes from all her best buddies. She has enjoyed the day but her heart was missing something and now she knew what was she craving for...'.she was craving for her own people.Her already glowing face gleamed with utmost pleasure as she felt at home amongst them.
But before she could go and thank Arjun Purvi, Shefali, Archie and the other girls literally pulled her inside and landed her in the bedroom.
"What are you all doing? There are so many guests out there...'..I need to socialise and be by Arjun's side' " Arohi said panicking.
"No dear..not so easily...'first you two need to get married" Shefali said giggling. "don't be so restless Arohi"
"Oye dumbo...I am already married...'we just had a short ceremony at the chapel'." Looking at their faces Arohi continued quickly " Sorry it was only close family...'."
"We know that...'but what about Indian wedding'...we want a proper "dhamakedar shadi" Archie butted in.
" Me too" Arohi sighed. " But everything had to be arranged so quickly and having a proper Indian wedding over here was almost impossible'...so I didn't even mention it to Arjun" She said as if she was consoling herself. "But never mind I am sure we will have a big reception once we are back in Mumbai"
"No Arohi...'we want it here and now ...'tell your Pati Dev to arrange for one now'...after all he claims to love you so much'...let him prove it" all the girls demanded in unison.
" Please girls try to understand'...how will Arjun do it...'Even I want to have a traditional Indian wedding but it is really impossible...'.I cant ask him to'...I really cant...'even if I do he wont be able to " she said almost in tears.
"Not even for you Arohi...'. he is not that good then" Shefali said teasingly.
"Enough girls ...'don't torment her any more...'let us get her ready for the big fat Indian wedding" Purvi voice rolled through. Arohi looked up at her.
"Di...'even you'" tears started rolling down her cheeks.
"Arohi...'look at me '." Purvi said with a smile " dont cry ...'.sorry for the little bit of teasing...'you are very lucky...'.Arjun has arranged for everything...'that is why we are all here...'this last whole week he has turned down every possible stone to make this impossible happen'.You two are going to have a proper Indian wedding now...'.right here in Greece'... just let us get you ready for the your second wedding on the same day'...the wedding that you have always wanted and craved for ...'.your dream wedding with your dream man...''"
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Edited by Anupa28 - 13 years ago
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