Part 30
The night winded up Geet was very happy as well as emotional; she went around looking for Pari and Rahul to thank them for the smooth conduct for the ceremony and finally heard their voices from the room at the backstage. As she went there she was stunned to see the scene... They were standing very close, Pari was facing her with eyes closed and Rahul was standing in front of her, his back towards Geet, then he went nearer to her, in between she heard Pari's moan 'aah'.
Rahul: shhshh... Don't make noise, let me see please
Pari: No no... Please aah!
Geet couldn't understand what is happening, she kept looking at them not able to comprehend what to do; finally she called her a little loud to break their trance
Geet: Pari!
They were startled with her voice, both straightened and Rahul came towards Geet.
Geet: ye sab kya ho raha hai? She asked rather strongly this time but instead of replying Rahul pulled her with him and brought her near Pari.
Rahul: dekho isse, eyes me kuchh chala gaya hai, she's not letting me check. Geet got worried and immediately started to check.
Geet: aankhen kholo
Pari: ahh... No no bahut pain ho raha hai.
Geet: kuchh nahi hoga let me see atleast.
And she got busy in helping her, Rahul had already left the room giving them space.
Other side,
Before Maan could go to confines of his room after dinner to have a beautiful good night's rest he was trapped by all the youngsters from all sides. The ceremony had been a great one, but it was conducted keeping in mind the presence of all elders, everything in limits, a little fun is expected now as all the elders had retired to their rooms only the youngsters remained.
Maan: what now? It's way past my sleeping time, lemme go pls, i'm too tired n...
He couldn't even complete before they pulled him and sat around him.
Cousin1: tumhara time table kal se follow kar lena, aaj toh celebration night hai, we expect fun.
One of his cousin said. Maan shook his head showing disinterest when the other one spoke up
Cousin2: arre someone call bhabhiji too, then he will not move i bet.
And all had a good laugh and finally they saw Geet coming out with Pari. 2 gals went ahead and pulled them too into the group, Geet was made to sit beside Maan while Pari occupied the only empty place beside Rahul.
They all started to chat randomly with each other more like knowing everyone around, Maaneet were getting too much bored with their gossips, they were yawning occasionally.
Finally Maan's eyes met with Rahul's and he gave a bored look like saying 'end this up or add some fun' to which Rahul winked at him. Now Maan regretted his move and waited to see what the devil is up to now.
Rahul: guys what is this? This is what u call fun? Chatting and gossiping around like girls?
Oops! Wrong word Pari immediately protested.
Pari: what do you mean by that?
Rahul immediately came on defense mode.
Rahul: nahi nahi yarr... It was just a slip of tongue.
Pari: no! Now we will prove that girls can do much better than just gossiping kyu Geet.
Geet: ahh... Yeah.
Though she supported her, she was quite unsure as to why she was dragged into their argument.
Geet: but how?
She immediately questioned to be on a safer side, but then luck wasn't her side it seemed.
Pari: what how? This is the time, u have prepared a dance for jiju na, come on just show them.
Two people were shocked to the extent not explainable in words. One was Maan, out of happiness, really his Geet has learnt to dance for him? So sweet he thought n blushed mentally.
Other was Geet, 'me n dance? Ye mujhe kyu fassa rahi, i don't know "D" of dance what will I do... Babaji'?'
Geet: I...
Before she could say anything all hooted, the undeniable was Maan's expectant eyes, she couldn't have disappointed him at least today, so she agreed. She was given space to dance and all kept looking at her expectantly. But she was still hesitant to... When someone suggested
Friend: Maan u go there stand beside, she will feel confident.
All agreed and Maan too came n stood beside her. She gave him a fake smile then muttered some prayers mentally then tried to calm herself when the devil's appeared.
Mind: lo... U will dance now! Like really?
Heart: anything for my Maan.
Mind: and he will be the first on to laugh on u.
Geet: no... He won't.
Mind: he will, all men like perfection and he is no exception.
Hearts: efforts need to be appreciated, this is no competition.
She was all lost in the fight, when the music started, plastering a foolish smile on her face she looked at Maan n was thinking of she knew any dance steps when the words of the song fell on her ears
Main kya karoon raam mujhe buddha mil gaya
Main kya karoon raam mujhe buddha mil gaya
Oye hoy buddha mil gaya
Ho buddha mil gaya
Everyone went silent and stunned for few moments including Maaneet. While Geet was all ready to kill Pari-Rahul now for their brilliant plan of trapping her; Maan was in a state of shock hearing the song he couldn't comprehend anything and had a what is this look plastered all over his face.
Maan st: What! Kon budhaa mai?
He made a yucky face and a big round of laughter followed immediately, and now everyone was hooting along with laughing. That was a much needed encouragement and Geet started to dance slowly around Maan as the song continued making Maan all the more irritated.
Sab jo gaye baagh mera buddha bhi chala gaya
Sab to laaye phool buddha gobhi le kar aa gaya
Main ho gayi badanaam mujhe buddha mil gaya
Main kya karoon raam mujhe buddha mil gaya
Oye hoy buddha mil gaya
Ho buddha mil gaya
Main kya karoon raam mujhe buddha mil gaya
All were hooting and clapping, and Maan had also started to take it as a joke her naughty smile was enough to melt him anyways but then he decided to tease her a bit, slowly he kept changing his expression from frown to anger. Geet was sensing his change of mood and was getting scarred; she stopped dancing, the song was also stopped she gave Maan an apologetic look which weakened his resolve but he was in no mood to give up so early and hence turned his face away from her. He then started to walk away from her side, but stopped short as a hand clasped his own stopping him from moving.
He stopped and smiled knowing she must be scared seeing his anger for first time and decided to give up. But as he turned around to face her again, she was not standing behind him, instead she was found bent on her knees. He couldn't see her like that n immediately bent to make her stand but she stopped him, then she held her ears cutely apologizing, he nodded for a no meaning that is not needed.'
They both smiled and finally Maan help her stand as her dress was too heavy restricting her free movement. Everyone cheered and hooted making her shy she tried to run and hide somewhere but... but they were not yet done.
Pari: woah!! Dekha magic of girls. Now it's your turn. Abhi tak jiju ne Geet ko propose bhi nahi kiya, not fair.
She challenged Rahul targeting Maan. (this girl is so much me 😆)
Rahul: haan haan Maan gaye Geet tumhe,waise behen kiski hai 😉
He said while Pari gave a bored look.
Rahul: and yes do not underestimate men. What's the big deal in proposing, Maan abhi kar dega haina Maan?
Pari: it has to be unique na, like we have never heard before.
Rahul: Geet will decide that not you
He countered, knowing very well the level of knowledge Maan has in these stuff. To that Pari gave Geet a dare u go in pati-vrata nari mode' look and Geet couldn't help much than agree. gai bhais paani me' though Rahul. Abb toh surely he is gone; Maan would kill him 2 times if that was possible, one was putting him in such mess and 2nd for the embarrassment if he is not able to do that properly.
Rahul came near Maan, who was till now standing mute and wide-eyed.
Rahul: Maan kuchh karo
He whispered half pleading.
Maan: when did I say I will get into all these childish stuff.
Lo issi baat ka darr tha, I knew he will out rightly refuse. Such a bore man for my bubbly sister, God has been unfair.' He made faces, cribbing.
Rahul: socho Maan, kitni sharam ki baat hai, you love her so much still can't express. Tumhari kya izzat bachegi Geet k saamne?
He tried to brain wash him, n Maan was seen in thinking mode; he was hopeful but as soon as he opened his mouth all hopes crashed.
Maan: you know I am not PDA types.
Agrhh! What allergy this man has with fun?' he signaled Pari with eyes; it was all their plan to trap Maaneet for some fun and unforgettable moments as they know these two are no fun and would be sleeping in their special nights too; they wanted to make their special moments memorable, everything was being recoded secretly so that they can cherish it life-long. She, taking the signal immediately started with plan B.
Pari: kya yarr Geet, I didn't like jiju's attitude. He can't do this much for you. You are also not dancing types, still you did to make him feel special. Seriously I feel...
She started her melo-drama with ever so innocent face that hardly anyone can doubt. And it did, make the desired impact on Geet; how can she afford someone doubting Maan's love for her, that too after he confessed to her last night, it's a big insult to his feelings and not at all acceptable to Geet.
Whereas Rahul was hell bent on taking Maan to edge bugging him.
Rahul: you know what, you are spoiling the MAN image!
He said that purposefully so that he may do something to save the pride of boys, but here Maan had got his plans, he rolled his eyes
Maan: and you know I have not got such petty ego issues.
Their argument was going big, by that time Geet saw Maan and Rahul involved in hush-hush talks and as she neared them she knew what the matter is, she was sure Rahul was trying to convince Maan to do something for her but least she wanted to force Maan into anything on their special day, knowing well how reserved and introvert he was in nature and this big circus of clowns she did not want to push him out of comfort zone and feel any conscious...
Geet: bhaiya, it's OK. I don't want to force him and spoil the mood of this day; I think we should wrap up.
She spoke slowly so that it was only hearable to Rahul while her eyes was all the way locked with Maan who was feeling quite under pressure with all the expectations assuring with a smile that she was OK. But who can stop the hopes from rising baselessly, somewhere at the corner of that tiny-miny heart she did wish to feel his inhibited shower of love; not that she doubted it anymore, but the expression always makes it stronger.
She hid her eyes, before he can have a look into them of what she is thinking and walked away from there taking a chair. But she couldn't hide the wetness that appeared behind her eyeballs unknowingly and didn't go unnoticed by the 2 sharp pairs of eyes.
After she left Rahul was furious on Maan seeing Geets tears.
Rahul: wow... What a mahan person u are
He clapped, and continued
Rahul: someone was talking about ego right now. So tell me now Mr. No-ego, is this what you give your bride-to-be on night before marriage? Those tears!
I am sorry to say Maan, I never expected this from you. Just because you think you might be made fun of, you can let all her hopes down. I thought it was more than that fake pride when u said you love her. And...
He was about to say more when Maan abruptly left without speaking anything, his angry mood can be guessed and Geet tried to run behind him but was stopped.
Rahul: let him be alone for some time, you come here, sit with us
She tried to protest and go again but wasn't allowed. Sighing she sat there not at all interested in their jokes. She pretended to listen feeling bored when suddenly all the lights went off.
It was all dark and seemed scary. Both Geet and Pari clutched either side of Rahul.
Rahul: if you both leave me, I will look into the matter.
He tried to free himself but they were not ready to let him go as both are afraid of dark.
And in the mid of the chaos suddenly everything went silent at the struck of a guitar. Following it was a spotlight, falling on that handsome figure holding the instrument with ease, the next thing to follow was a big surprise to everyone... The sugary words in his husky voice filled the room with the melody of guitar..
Dehleez pe mere dil ki
Jo rakhe hain tune kadam
Tere naam pe meri zindagi
Likh di mere humdum
All had by now guessed it to be Maan, he was swinging with the song like floating in the music, the melody, his voice, and the love it held made Geet almost teary in happiness... And her heart stopped as he turned and sung those lines..
Haan seekha maine jeena jeena kaise jeena
Haan seekha maine jeena mere humdum
Na seekha kabhi jeena jeena kaise jeena
Na seekha jeena tere bina humdum
He kept the guitar away as the music followed and moved closer to her, she was equally lost in his eyes and moved forward towards him and as they were close with a sudden pull by him she landed almost on his chest, first thing he wiped her pearls from his thumb and shook his head in no, indicating not to cry then held her hands and they moved together dancing slowly in the music, with a spin he elegantly made her stand in the mid and took the guitar once again and continued the song...
Sachchi si hain ye taareefein
Dil se jo maine kari hain...
Jo tu mila to saji hain
Duniya meri humdum
O aasma mila zameen ko meri
Aadhe aadhe poore hain hum
Tere naam pe meri zindagi
Likh di mere humdum
He moved around her singing all lost in her and making her equally lost in him, nothing existed around at that moment, it was only them and their love...
Haan seekha maine jeena jeena, kaise jeena
Haan seekha maine jeena, mere humdum
Na seekha kabhi jeena jeena kaise jeena
Na seekha jeena tere bina humdum
All clapped hard as he finished the song kneeling down in front of her on one leg, head bowed. Everyone whistled anticipating a breathtaking proposal, while Geet felt her heart almost stopped.
Slowly he extended his one hand in front of her, and started to speak, making her heartbeat go high every fraction of second.
Maan: Geet!
Precap: The confession... and shadi continues.
PS: really sorry for the delays but it was unavoidable. And another thing being I will be unavailable from IF for next two months, that is August and September. Only after that you can hope for next update. All the juta/chappals accepted. My apologies to all in advance.
PPS: regarding the story, I really don't know if it is coming out entertaining or not anymore, so if u feel otherwise do let me know. Caz thing is whenever I type this one things always come from heart, and I don't think twice before typing, actually there is no need to think again I feel. Also the comedy track will be back from the next parts.
Edited by Pooooooooooooja - 9 years ago
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