Chapter 21(Madhu's POV)
"Madhubala Shamsher Malik...Superstar Rishabh Kundra had fallen for you..."
My whole world was moved by his one sentence. A single tear ran down my cheek and landed silently on the floor. I didn't know how to react to it. I pushed his arms away from me and took a few steps away from him.
"What's wrong Madhu?" He approached me again, turning me to face him.
He cupped my face in his hands, and at first I liked it, but I pushed him away. I couldn't do this. No...not again.
"I can't...RK...I can't..." I denied. I pulled his hands off my face and turned to face the wall, tears brimming my eyes. "I can't accept this..." He seemed to understood what I meant.
He came closer and put his hands on my shoulders.
"Why can't you love me?" He pleaded.
I thought well about my answer...
"Because love has brought only pain and sadness with it..." I said. "Love never brought me happiness..."
An awkward silence grew between us...soon he spoke once again.
"And do you really think that will come between us?" He asked.
I didn't have an answer for him. One part of me wanted him, while another part reminded me of the betrayal I experienced from Armaan. I couldn't go through that again. Love for me was like playing with fire...I never knew if it would bring me light and warmth or if it would burn me.
"Tell me Madhu..." He said, gripping my shoulders tighter.
The tears couldn't be held back much longer. They flowed down my cheeks like waterfalls. I broke from his embrace again and ran into the nearest room, bolting the door behind me. I sank to the floor, head buried in my knees, letting all my emotions out at once. My heart didn't know what it wanted.
(RK's POV)
I slammed my hand on Madhu's door, but she wouldn't open it. I heard her muffled sobs against the door. Had I hurt her that much?
"Madhu..I'm sorry..." I said. No answer. I stood at the door, deciding only to move once she came out.
(Madhu's POV)
I sat there, my heart in conflict over the ultimate decision. Would I be able to love again? It was true that I had slowly grown feelings for RK, and I did want to admit it. But there was a fear, hidden deep inside me, of betrayal. Even if I trusted RK, that fear would never go away.
I wanted to say that "yes RK, I do love you..." But those words were prevented from forming on my lips. I peeked behind me, at the door. His silhouette was present near the door. He was waiting silently for me.
He cared for me. He listened to my every word, be it good or bad. He loved me more than himself, and I...was too weak to give him a chance. Because of my own insecurities.
Could I trust him? Could I let my heart believe that he would never betray me? Could I give him a chance? A chance to prove his love?
After a few minutes of thinking, I broke. I wanted to give him a chance, and I wanted a chance for myself to forget my past and move on. I got up and unlocked the door, falling into his arms soon after. He was surprised at first, but then began to console me as the tears began to stain his shirt.
"I love you too RK..." I sobbed.
(RK's POV)
Those words from her lips brightened up my entire life. I held her tightly by the waist and kissed her head gently. I rocked her back and forth as she got a grip on her emotions.
"I promise you Madhu, that I will always love you. I won't let you go through that same pain again." I stroked her hair. She began to melt in my touch. I rested my cheek on her head. She was finally mine.
I led her to the sofa nearby and sat her down. Her beautiful baby brown eyes were red and puffy from crying. I wiped the remaining tears with my thumb and turned to face her.
"You look terrible when you cry...where's that beautiful smile of yours?" I teased. She gave me a small smile, and blushed as well.
"There it is." I said. I cupped her face in my hands and looked into her eyes. They were swirling with emotion.
"I'll always be there for you Madhu...that's a promise." I whispered. She nodded.
I brought her closer to my face, until our lips were touching, and at the right moment, crushed my lips onto hers. It was a slow, passionate kiss. My lips moulded around hers, taking her taste in. She kissed me back, taking handfuls of my hair. I snuck my tongue into her mouth, pulling her closer to me by the waist. She broke away, losing her breath. But the sadness was gone, replaced by only the Madhu that I had seen for the past few weeks. A happy Madhu. I lifted her into my arms again...and led her out to the car. I had to drop her home, although I didn't want to. She clung to my arm while I drove, falling asleep on the way there. She looked relaxed. I shook her lightly when we reached her home.
"Madhu...we're here." I whispered. She slowly opened her eyes and looked at me.
"Oh...I..." She began, but I cut her off by placing a kiss on her cheek. She smiled as her checks turned a rosy pink.
"You go on. I bring your things upstairs." I said. She nodded and stepped out of the car.
(Madhu's POV)
Malik and Trishna were waiting happily for me...and all my favorite dishes were laid on the table. My mouth watered on seeing them. I ran straight into their open embrace into a big hug.
"Welcome back beta.." Malik said, kissing me on the forehead. Trishna gave me another hug, a tight one.
"I missed you so much Madhu!" She squealed.
I heard footsteps from behind. I turned and saw RK putting my luggage to the side. Malik walked over to him.
"Thank you for taking care of my daughter." He said.
"It's no problem Malik." He said. He looked at me and smiled. I blushed.
"Malik, let's go set the table." Trishna nudged him to the side, to leave us alone. He chuckled and went with her.
We approached each other. RK took my hand and kissed it. His lips felt nice against my skin.
"I'm going to miss you my jungili billi." He smirked.
"I'll miss you too." I said. I hugged him tightly, not wanting him to leave.
We became lost in each other in an eyelock. I was glad of my decision. I trusted him even more now.
"I'll be back soon Madhu. To make you mine forever." He winked. I blushed again. I knew what he meant.
Malik and Trishna invited RK to dine with us, but he declined. He had some important work to complete for the film. I watched him go from the balcony. He blew me a kiss and drove off into the darkness. My heart fluttered like it used to. It got to experience love all over again.
(RK's POV)
I laid on my bed, holding a picture of Madhu in my hand. I caressed her lovely face gently. We were finally a true couple, no longer playing fake boyfriend-girlfriend. I was on cloud nine. Nothing had ever made me happier.
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