The Need of Love - Ishra SS updated part 5 page 44 - Page 14

"Maa...I am getting the award of best CEO of the year. There is a party today evening." She heard her husband announce to his family a month after their marriage as she sat playing with her daughter in the living area. "Wow beta...Its good. A big honour for you." Said his parents blessing him as he bended to touch their feet. "Bhai was not at all interested in going there. But they people were admatant. Finally..he had to listen to them." Mihir told everyone. She saw a lone tear escape Mrs. Bhalla's eyes. "Hey Mata Rani...will those good and happy days never come back to my family. Cant this house be as chirpy as before?" She folded her hands in front of the idol.

Ishita saw everyone in her new family in a sad mood at her remark. "Maa...give the breakfast please." She heard Romi say. This distracted the whole family and all were back to their daily chores. As all men left and she completed her household work, she picked up her daughter and went to balcony. Winters had started and it was good for child to have some sunbath. She did oil massage and then made her sleep. As the kid slept cucooned in her arms, her thoughts travelled to the scene of her household in the morning. It was a daily routine. Crying mother in law, consoling father in law, silent sister in laws, not so chirpy brother in law and a never speaking husband...she chukled. What has life put her into. She had never imagined this. It was not her dream. Her dream was different...with someone else. Her dream home Her dream family. A lone tear escaped her eye before she could stop it. But then, her gaze shifted to the toddler in her lap. She fondingly ran her hand on her head. Her daughter...she smiled. No matter what atleast she will be her daughter always, her family and part of her life.

As she remembered how Romi had diverted the talk to breakfast today, she couldn't help but think about her best friend Shagun's words about him. About her family...it was HER family only. She smirked thinking mentally.

"You know what Ishita. Am just damn damn enjoying this new phase of life. Okk...these people are not new to me. I have known them from the age am growing. Have been to this place numerous times before it became my home finally, still...everything is just new." She said excited, a week after

her marriage. "Shagun..they are homely for you already. Auntyji used to talk often to you on phone when you were here. And you are as excited as if meeting them for first time." Ishita was surprised. "Even I had no idea that I will have so much excitement. But it is yrrr. They people pamper me so much." She had exclaimed while Ishita smiled.

"Mamma, papa, romi, simmi, rinki..everyone just loves me. This is their first marriage of this generation and a new addittion to their family after a long time. So they are just as excited. Everyone has his/her own set of plans with me everyday." She chirped. "Lucky girl.." Ishita exclaimed. "Good for you." Shagun nodded in excitement again as she continued "Mamma...you know is such a bindaas lady naa. Very cool mother in law seriously. After our first night naa, I got up and came out of room at 1:00 in the afternoon. Was hell nervous for a new place though Raman was saying me no need to worry. And you wont believe when I said her sorry, she bursted out laughing saying she wouldn't have mind if I would have been in room whole day. Everyone started making fun of us and I just stood there shocked. Even Raman was laughing."

"Hahaha..." Ishita laughed out. "Well...your mil is a unique piece. I saw a trailer at your marriage. The way she was high and dancing like anything." She added. "Aww...you are right. But she is a sweetheart really." Shagun added. "And papa...he is like a father. And loves me so much. He scolds Raman in front of me only and asks him that my daughter should have no problem living with you. Mind it." She told mimicking her fil making ishita laugh again. "He is a nice man." Said Ishita while she nodded. "Simmi and Rinki...they are just like friends cum sisters yrr. That Simmi gives me classes to wear which dress and how to pataofy her bhai. And Rinki...youngest of all. Smart girl." She told further and before Ishita could explain she spoke further. "Last but not least...my devar, my partener in crime Romesh Chandra Bhalla...Romi." She said chirpily. "Yaa I noticed him in marriage. Was after many girls." Ishita added. "He is a handsome hunk in college yrr. And he loves me so so much. And the biggest part is Raman hates him for it." She said laughing out while Ishita gave a confused huh expression. "Well he is a sportee. And whenever he wins, he gives a treat to us. But only we three..not Raman. Busy bussinessman you know. Dinners, Clubs, Late night movies...we have lots of fun. And alas...Raman kumar Bhalla has to do something which he hates the most...waiting. So all he can do is curse his own brother for stealing his wife from him. And see his wife enjoyinv laughing at him." Shagun left out a laugh while Ishita added in laughter. "This is not done yrr Shagun. You deliberately make Raman wait for you." She said in a teasing tone. "Well..this is the fun sweetheart." She said chirpily.

"But it's seriously being fun here yrr. Such a loving family. A dream come true." Shagun said in a serious tone while Ishita nodded. "And trust me...had you not been engaged na Ms. Ishita Iyyer...I would have asked your hand for Romi. I mean its ok you are year or so older than him. But its completely ok nowadays. Girls are a bit elder." Shagun said. "Hold on hold on dreamy girl." Ishita stopped her. "Why would your crazy punjabi family marry their son to a Tamil Brahmin Iyyer girl. There is no point yrr." Ishita said. "Moreover am already someone else's. Mind it." She said making a face.

"Aah...how can I forget. To be Mrs. Subbramaniyam Iyyer. Just 4 months to engagement and someone is not ready to listen to other name also." Shagun said teasing her. "And why should I? I am happy with my Subbu. You keep your devar with you." Ishita said making an annoyed face and then laughing hard.

A smile crept up on Ishita's face as she remembered the fond memories with her friend. Where was that family gone. She thought as tears made their way to her house. That joyful and happy family which Shagun used to talk about was hers only...for it didnt exist now. In this home where she lives, people sit together on the dinning but they never eat together. They talk with each other but never laugh at anything.

A month..a month had passed since she came to this home. Its not that they people mistreated her or abused her but they hardly talked. Yeahh...they used to say she could ask for anything from them without hesitation. Share her problem for they are family now. Romi or Mr. Bhalla had accompanied her to doctor for Ruhi's checkup. Simmi had helped her as a friend for any matter she could talk about. Mammiji was a supportive mil..they never asked her to do some work. It was her wish when to confide in kitchen or her room. But that one spark, that one smile was missing on all faces. Not particularly with her, but with everyone.

"I miss you Shagun. Everyone here misses you." She said crying looking towards the sky. "You had become soul of this family in one year. And they still feel their life dependent on you. Your daughter needs you." She wiped the tears off her eyes.

Mrs. Ishita Raman Kumar Bhalla...this was what she was going to present herself today. She told herself as she filled her partition with the vermillion. Her mil had asked her to accompany her husband for today's evening as it was big day for him. And people surely wanted to know about his newly wedded life. So she must be there. She had not forgotten to tell her that it was not some sort of compulsion. If she was not comfortable, she will ask Mihir to cook up a story for her absence. But she really wished if she could make it for her son. Ishita had no heart to say no to lady who had asked her something for first time. Moreover, the thought of having some fresh air outside also encouraged her. Her only worry Ruhi was held by Simmi and Rinki.

He waited for her in the society compound. 7:30...he had called home to tell the timings. He checked his watch to find 7:31 and was about to barge into his house when he found her coming. Dress code was white and she came out with a beautiful moderen cum classy saree. Silver ear rings and a diamond necklace added to her beauty. He couldn't help but stare at the divine figure travelling towards him. She looked like an angel in white while her heels added to the glory. Her hair were left open and a flick or two covered her face while he felt an urge to side it but stopped himself. With slow steps, adjusting her clutch in her hand, she approached him. "Sorry..I got late. Ruhi was crying." She explained him. "Lets go." He nodded and sat in his seat. She positioned herself on passenger seat and he started the engine. The drive was a silent affair with no exchange of words...like their usual routine since past month. It was first time they were together or perhaps second if first was their drive from court to home after marriage.

As they entered the venue, she found herself being clicked by media and sudden flash made her cover her eyes in an instant. Slowly, she opened her eyes to see the atmosphere. They were asked a numerous questions : Reason of seccess in such short age. Just two years in fields of business and getting best CEO. Strategy? Plan? Ambitions? Personal life? New wife? Second marriage? The only grace was when Mihir came with two men who made a pathway for them to enter.

As they entered, Raman found himself a corner to drink. She roamed here and there watching him drinking. Mihir had come to give her some company. But they were not that comfortable. Except for the fact that he was Shagun's brother and Raman's confidate, she hardly knew about him.

"Hey Raman" he heard and turned around to see Mr. Singhania. "Hello Sir..Hello Bhabhiji." He greeted them. After a few exchange of words, the lady spoke. "Raman...I want to meet your wife. Come on yrrr...you wont introduce her to us. I hope she is as responsible and wonderful as shagun. Raman hated the fact. Fact that she had taken Shagun's place in her life. Fact that her comparison was done with shagun. He loved Shagun...loved her more than anything. Then how the hell can anyone take her position. "Raman.." he shook him. "Where is your wife?" He nodded huh and started searching for her through the hall. There she stood, looking nowhere in particular, her eyes searching for something. He pointed towards her and started moving there while the couple followed. "Ummm" he said gaining her attention exactly not getting what to call her. She looked at him enquiring when he signalled towards the duo who had joined them. "Mrs and Mrs. Singhania." He told her. "She is Ishita." He told them pointing towards her as they shook hands. "Nice to meet you." Ishita said and Raman couldn't help but acknowledge the way she gathered herself in public leaving behind all the personal issues. She was a mature and understanding girl...he noted. Ishita got herself comfortable with them talking on some lame topics. "You people look good together." Said Mr. Singhania. He didnt react but noticed her giving a smile which never reached her eyes. Suddenly, he saw her face getting more dull. What was wrong? He wondered and looked towards the source her eyes were glued at.

A man...he noticed...dressed in a white suit who was approaching them. The more he was coming closer, the lesser her smile was becoming. "He gentlemen." He said calling out to Mr. Singhania. "Oh you here. Glad to c u." He nodded. "Come..let me introduce you." He brought the man closer. "This is Raman Kumar Bhalla." He said while the man shook hands with Raman. "And this is my new client Raman. He lives and works in Chennai. Was here for some family function today..so i called him here also. Hope you dont mind." He smiled. "Come on sir. Not at all." Raman spoke. "Nyc to c u Mr..?"

"Subramaniyam. Mr. Subramaniyam Iyyer." He said with a smirk. Ishita excused herself from there while Raman stood astonished. The words said by Shagun still ringing in his ears. "He is a cheapster. He never loved Ishita. Broke the engagement for such a reason which was not her fault even. Is kid more necessary than living life together with love." Shagun had cried and said. Raman just hugged her. "Dont worry shagun. He doean't deserve girl like Ishita. Ishita deserves a better boy and she will surely find one."

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