Destiny, Fate & Love Thread #5 29th Feb: Epilogue Up! On Pg 107! - Page 40

Originally posted by: sriif

still waiting dear

Originally posted by: jasminerahul

geet is trying hard 2 convince khushi.i loved that part very much.now arhi will get married.waiting 4 d grand reception.usually no one writes abt reception.so i'm excited abt d reception

Originally posted by: heart882

Just caught up saw this ff today n finished it till here! I am speechless!! Ur writing is phenomenal pls update ...👏

Originally posted by: maaneetcrazy24

finished reading this ff... ohh I loved it so much... plsss updt...sooon

CHAPTER 82. AAYE HO MERI ZINDAGI MEIN!

Day - 8 Friday

Sheeshmahal

Khushi looked up as she took a step down the stairs and promptly looked down in shyness. Her Arnavji was staring at her very intensely. Yes! He was her Arnavji now! She could say it openly and with pride. After all, wasn't just few hours ago she got married to him? Khushi grabbed her lehenga and slowly lifted it up a little so that she didn't take tumble down the stairs by stepping on it. That would be a disaster! Khushi thought. She giggled as she wondered how everyone would react to that.

A hand grabbed Khushi's hand bringing her out of her thoughts. She looked to her side to see who had grabbed her hand and smiled when she saw it was her sister Paayal. Oh yes! Her sister got married too today right? She forgot about that totally. Khushi mentally scolded herself. How can she forget her sister's wedding? But then who can fault her? She mused. After all she was getting married to her Arnavji! Khushi almost let out a squeal!

Khushi smiled softly at her Jiji and noticed that the smile her Jiji returned was just like hers; filled with part nervousness and part excitement. It was 7 in the evening and both were being led to their reception. The Raizadas had organized a big reception for all their relatives and clients. This was also a way to introduce the brides to everybody as they came over to wish them on the stage.

As Khushi and Paayal stepped down the stairs, behind them Lavanya and Geet grinned at each other, both excited as it was the wedding of their siblings. Geet looked around and grinned at the dreamy look in her brothers' eyes. Both her brothers were looking up towards the stairs where their brides were descending with awe and disbelief written on their faces as if they could not believe their good fortunes. And why wouldn't they be in awe? Geet thought. Both her Bhabhis looked so lovely, decked in finest jewelry Raizadas could afford, face glowing with happiness, legs clad with latest fashion heels and wearing a lehenga choli that seemed to sparkle from every angle. They looked like diamonds shining amongst the coals. After getting married in traditional shaadi ka Joda both the brides had changed into designer clothes, shoes and jewelry as the elites of both fashion world and corporate world had descended on the wedding and the brides were the centre of attention. Infact, she was sure that she saw Manish Malhotra just now. Ooo! Is that Shobhaa De and Sabyasachi talking there?

Walking beside Khushi was Amma and beside Paayal was Buaji and together all six walked down the stairs. Bollywood songs played on stereo speakers while people gathered around eager to get a glimpse of the bride of the tycoon ASR. They wanted to know who had snagged the Prince of the Fashion World.

As they finally reached down, Lavanya and Buaji led Paayal to the seat beside Aakash while Geet and Amma led Khushi to the seat beside Arnav. Once they sat down the photographer started taking photos of them while they posed. Soon the photographer had them standing and posing in different ways as the photo session continued on for a while. Individual photos were already taken when the brides were upstairs and now that the couple session ended the reception started.

The people started to throng towards the stage and soon the wishing and gifting and posing began. In the background Bollywood songs continued to play. As guest came one by one to pose with Khushi, Arnav, Aakash and Paayal, Khushi took a second to look at her husband.

Aa...

A...

She shyly smiled as she remembered their jay maala. Shyam and Aakash's father had lifted Arnav during Jay mala and Khushi had looked on pitifully at her family, not sure how she would do the jay mala. Maan and Dev stepped in. Her brothers had lifted her and she was able to put the maala on her husband's neck.

Aaye Ho Meri Zindagi Mein Tum Bahaar Banke

Khushi smiled as the song in the background played what she herself felt at that moment for her husband.

Aaye Ho Meri Zindagi Mein Tum Bahaar Banke

Aaye Ho Meri Zindagi Mein Tum Bahaar Banke

Mere Dil Mein Yunhi Rehna

Haaye...

Mere Dil Mein Yunhi Rehna Tum Pyaar Pyaar Banke

Aaye Ho Meri Zindagi Mein Tum Bahaar Banke

Khushi smiled as she remembered their first meet. He had grabbed her so suddenly. Her Rakshas! Who knew that one day she would get married to that rakshas?

Aankhon Mein Tum Base Ho Sapne Hazaar Banke

Aankhon Mein Tum Base Ho Sapne Hazaar Banke

Mere Dil Mein Yunhi Rehna

Haaye...

Mere Dil Mein Yunhi Rehna Tum Pyaar Pyaar Banke

Aaye Ho Meri Zindagi Mein Tum Bahaar Banke

Khushi came out of the memory and then her mind dwelled on another memory. It was when Anjali Di had tied the ghatbandhan and they took their pheres. Her heart swelled in happiness as she remembered her sacred vows. Tears filled her eyes as she remembered the Pandit explaining each and every one of the vows and she walked with her hand held in his.

Mere Saathi Mere Saajan Mere Saath Yunhi Chalna

Mere Saathi Mere Saajan Mere Saath Yunhi Chalna

Badlega Rang Zamaana Par Tum Nahi Badalna

Khushi smiled tenderly as she remembered Arnav filling her maang with sindoor.

Meri Maang Yunhi Bharna Taare Hazaar Banke

Khushi grabbed the mangalsutr hanging down her neck as she remembered the moment it was tied around her neck.

Meri Maang Yunhi Bharna Taare Hazaar Banke

Mere Dil Mein Yunhi Rehna

Haaye...

Mere Dil Mein Yunhi Rehna Tum Pyaar Pyaar Banke

Aaye Ho Meri Zindagi Mein Tum Bahaar Banke

Khushi came out of her thoughts as Arnav shook her arm. She looked at him and he whispered, "Tum theek ho? Kuch chaahiye? Paani? Anything?" Khushi shook her head, her lips smiling at the concern her husband was showing. She really was lucky that Arnavji was her husband. He took so much care of her. He even tried to pacify her when she refused to forgive him. She smiled another old memory came to fore of her mind. It was their dance the night before. He wanted just one chance and for that he left his apprehensions behind and continued to win her love back.

Gar Main Jo Rooth Jaaun Toh Tum Mujhe Manaana

Khushi's mind reminded her how Arnav had begged her to forgive him and marry him in the morning.

Gar Main Jo Rooth Jaaun Toh Tum Mujhe Manaana

Thaama Hai Haath Mera Phir Umr Bhar Nibhaana

Mujhe Chod Ke Na Jaana Waade Hazaar Karke

Khushi shivered as the words in the song triggered her fear of loosing him. Arnav looked at her with concern but she shook her head.

Mujhe Chod Ke Na Jaana Waade Hazaar Karke

Mere Dil Mein Yunhi Rehna

Haaye...

Mere Dil Mein Yunhi Rehna Tum Pyaar Pyaar Banke

Aaye Ho Meri Zindagi Mein Tum Bahaar Banke

Arnav tried to pull his hand away but Khushi refused to leave it. He looked at her again and she squeezed his hand. He squeezed it back while flashing a tender smile at her. He looked away to smile at the camera but her eyes remained on him as she thanked her Devi Maiyya for giving her Arnavji.

Aaye Ho Meri Zindagi Mein Tum Bahaar Banke

Mere Dil Mein Yunhi Rehna

Haaye...

Mere Dil Mein Yunhi Rehna Tum Pyaar Pyaar Banke

Aaye Ho Meri Zindagi Mein Tum Bahaar Banke

"Bas keejiye Khushi Bhabhi! Aur kitna nihaarengi humaare AB ko!", Geet's teasing whisper near her ear brought Khushi out of her thoughts and she blushed as she noticed Geet's smirk. She looked ahead shyly just as the photographer took the next picture.

As the guests continued to come, Khushi suddenly grabbed Arnav's arm with other hand and gripped it tightly. Arnav who was shaking hands with one of the guests was surprised by Khushi's action and he looked at her curiously. She was looking at the guests of the reception, with her eyes wide, her lips split into a giant smile and her face glowing with excitement.

"What?", Arnav asked in confusion. Khushi did not say anything but to Arnav she seemed to vibrate in excitement. She remained mute but pointed towards someone. Arnav looked towards where her hands were pointed. What had her so excited? He looked on and then blinked in surprise. This is what she is excited about! A group of ladies stood nearby waving at Khushi excitedly. What is so special about these girls? Arnav wondered and Khushi provided him with answer, "Woh aagaye! Humein nahi lagta tha ki woh aa paayenge lekin woh aa gaye!"

"Kaun?", Arnav was beyond confused. Most of Khushi's friends from Lucknow were already present since morning and he even had the greet and pose thing done with them. Then who are these new people?

"Arre! Meri India Forums ki saheliyaan!", Khushi replied eagerly and he noticed the girls move towards them.

"Woh kya haina Arnavji... Humne aaj hi subah in sab ko nyota diya tha jab humein pata chala ki aaj hi humaari shaadi hogi! Pata nahi tha itne kam time mein yeh sab aa paate ki nahi! Lekin yeh sab aa gaye!", Khushi squealed.

Arnav looked at her in surprise, "When did you get the time to invite them?" She must have been busy with the wedding preparations since the time their wedding was declared. When did she get the time to invite them?

"Arre Arnavji! Invite karne mein kitna time lagta hai! Mobile kholo, India Forums pe login karo aur Kalpana ko inform kar do! Woh sabko DFL ke through inform kar deti hai! Lekin...", Khushi pouted, "Bahut kam log aaye hain! Humein laga tha aur kai saari readers aayengi! Khair chodiye!", Khushi brightened, "Jitne aaye bahut hai! Itni jaldbaazi mein bulaaya na, isliye kam aaye hain! Humein pakka pata hai ki Geet ki shaadi mein toh bahut saare log aayenge!"

"Geet? Geet is also part of this?", Arnav asked astonished.

"Arre! Geet ne hi toh humein India Forums ke baare mein bataaya! Geet toh 2010 se member hai aur hum 2011 se! Aur tab se hum in sabse milte aaye hain! Kabhi Fanfictions ke zariye, toh kabhi Video Mixes ke zariye, banners ke zariye...". Khushi was cut off by Arnav, "Bas bas bas! I think I got the gist! Lets just meet your friends!" Khushi eagerly nodded and both watched as the gaggle of girls marched to the stage.

One by one the ladies climbed the stage. As the first one came near, Khushi spoke up, "Inse miliye Arnavji! Yeh hain Beena! DFL ki reader! Wahaan ise sab bina_a ke name se jaante hain! Bahut interesting reviews likhti hai! Kalpana inke reviews padke hamesha khush hoti hai!"

Arnav shook hands with Beena who was dressed in a white saree, "Nice to meet you!"

"Nice to meet you too!", Beena replied, "And congratulations! By the way, main koi gift nahi leke aayi hoon! I mean, you are ASR, what can I give you? So I have got you this!" Beena pulled out a big card out of nowhere. Arnav opened the card and there it was written in big capital letters, "MY BEST WISHES TO BOTH OF YOU!" And surrounding the message were some photos of both of them. Arnav smiled and thanked the girl. Khushi hugged Beena and Beena gave them her advice, "Arnav! Apne ego pe control karo! And Khushi you too! Even your ego is not so less! So both of you, keep your egos in check! All the best to both of you!"

The couple nodded and Beena leaned over and whispered to them, "Aur ab jab tum dono ki shaadi hogayi hai, try getting Maaneet married too!"

Beena went to stand by the side while Arnav frowned, "Maaneet! Who is Maaneet?"

Khushi huffed, "Maan aur Geet Arnavji! Maan aur Geet!"

Before Arnav could comment, Khushi's next friend stepped ahead, "Hi! I am Piia. Khushi knows me as lively_piia on IF!" Arnav shook hands with her and Khushi hugged her. The girl was dressed in pretty pink contrasting shaded Anarkali with heavy neckline work. Once she wished them, she moved away and the next friend stepped ahead. Khushi introduced her, "Yeh hai Sri, IF mein jinhein Sriif ke naam se jaante hain!" As Arnav shook hands with her, he noticed that this girl was dressed in simple yellow and black lehenga with heavy dupatta and the accessories she adorned were only a pair of heavy earrings. Arnav had to admit, Khushi's friends had good fashion sense. He wondered if he could grab them as stylists for his company. Hmmm...

"You two get lots of blessings from me and this!", Sri announced as she pulled out a gifted wrapped box from her purse and handed over to Khushi. Sri urged Khushi to open it and grinning at Arnav Khushi opened the wrapping. "Hey Devi Maiyya!", Khushi gasped as with reverent eyes she pulled the Laxmi and Ganesha silver idols. "This is to protect you from all evil eyes and for happy and peaceful life.", Sri explained and with squeal Khushi launched herself at Sri and hugged her tightly. As she pulled away, Sri gave them her piece of advice, "Both of you, always be transparent with each other. And communication is a must in every relationship, let it be good or bad. Ego should not come between husband and wife relationship!" Saying her piece, Sri walked off to stand by Piia and Beena.

Next came a girl dressed in shiffon red Saree with side embroidery. She held four bags in her arm and as she came close, Khushi introduced her, "Arnavji! Yeh hai Sana aka luvvivian286 from India Forums!"

"My best wishes to both of you!", Sana spoke as she shook hands with Arnav.

"By the way, I got some wedding gifts, not just for you Khushi, but also for your sister Paayal and her husband. After all, they got married today too right?" Khushi thanked Sana with a hug for thinking of her sister and soon Sana handed out her gifts. She encouraged everyone to open it and Paayal and Khushi found themselves holding jewelry sets while Aakash and Arnav held branded watches. Both couples thanked Sana and she too moved to the side.

Next up was a girl dressed in black and red anarkali. As Arnav raised his hand to shake, Khushi introduced her, "And this is Renjini aka renjiji263! Another reviewer of Kalpana's DFL and Kalpana's good friend too!" Renjini smiled, "Congratulations folks! And don't let your ego crop in between your relationship, alright? Trust each other, stay together and happy forever!" Arnav and Khushi nodded at her message and Renjini handed them her gift. Khushi opened it eagerly and found a beautiful idol of Ganesha. She thanked her friend and Renjini went to stand with other four friends. And lastly came a girl dressed in baby pink and leaf green combo Saree.

"Arnavji! Yeh hai Piya aka piya27!", Khushi announced.

"Two two pia?", Arnav asked in confusion.

Khushi shook her head, "Nahi! Do kahaan? Woh piia thi, yeh piya hai!"

Arnav was confused, "Kya? Exactly! Both are pia!"

"Nahi Arnavji! Ek piia hai, doosri piya hai!", Khushi explained.

Arnav shook his head, "You know what! Forget it! It is my pleasure to meet you!", he shook hands with Piya and Piya gave them her best wishes. Suddenly, Khushi shouted, "Group photo!" and the girls cheered. And then Arnav and Khushi posed with all six girls and had a group photo. The girls wished both couples again and walked away to the buffet. After all, what was the use of coming to a wedding and not eating the food? One of the girls wondered how mughlai courses would taste? Hmmm...

Last time when I updated, I held a contest asking you about what would you say and gift Arshi if you got a chance to meet them at their reception.

I promised a surprise for those who participated in the contest and the surprise was a chance to be a part of my story, get to meet Arshi personally and even wish them!

To the contestants, hope you are happy with my surprise!

Hope you enjoyed attending the reception and enjoyed the contest too!

And for those who missed out on the contest, don't worry there will be similar contest before Maaneet's wedding update too!

If you think this chapter is short, then yes it is! But I had to end it here!

Because next chapter has nothing but Maaneet as Maan decides to leave forever!

What will Geet do now?

For that you have to wait for next update on 31st December!

So get ready for next update because Maaneet are going to get together on 31st!

SONG DETAILS:

Song is from Raja Hindustani (1996), sung by Alka Yagnik and picturised on Karishma Kapoor and Aamir Khan.

Thank you, take care and have fun,

Kalpana

Originally posted by: gurtimuskaan

lovely part. finally arshi marriage happened. hope maaneet too get married soon