50 is the new 30
Mom, I need your help! Swadheenta who had been impatiently waiting to talk to Suhasini spoke as soon as the door opened. Suhasini who had walked in with Zubaida was surprised at her impatience and anxiousness. Both the women hurried towards her wondering what had happened. Swadheenta who had just noticed maami got tongue tied. Oh God, how do I talk to mom about Adarsh and his disinterest in me in front of maami. Aiyoo, couldn't you wait to see who was walking in? What do I do now? Swadheenta kept looking between both the women as they tried to urge her to talk about what was bothering her.
Swadheenta. What happened? Adarsh told us that you were resting and that we should just be around. What happened?
Haan beta. What is it? Are you in pain? Should we call a doctor?
Yes, Dimaak ka doctor. Why did I think this will work? Swadheenta whispered to herself. Outwardly she responded, No maami, mom. I am ok. Woh, I just wanted to talk to mom about something.
What is it? What is bothering you?
Swadheenta remained silent not knowing how to start, particularly with maami being there. As she contemplated her words, maami sensed that maybe she was getting uncomfortable with her being there. Suhasini ji, you talk to her. I will leave. I think she needs you more now. Zubaida smiled at Swadheenta and started to walk away when Swadheenta stopped her. Nahi maami. Aisi koi baat nahi hai. I just figured that mom knows her son best, so it would be best for me to talk to her about him. You can stay. It is alright. Maybe you can also help!
About my son? What happened? Did Adarsh do anything?
Swadheenta who had been waiting for an opportunity to state her point quipped in without thinking Nahi mom. That is the problem. He is not doing anything. And I am loosing my patience. The minute she realized what she had said, she turned all red in embarrassment. Suhasini and Zubaida who understood Swadheenta's words were too shocked to react initially, and then did everything in their power to control their embarrassment.
To ease the situation Zubaida added softly Beta, usko thoda time de. You are still hurt and healing. Maybe he is giving you time.
No maami. He is feeling guilty for everything that has happened and is hence avoiding me Swadheenta now had tears in her eyes, some out of embarrassment, some desperation. He does not want to be with me. And I cannot take his behavior anymore.
Suhasini looked at her warmly. Swadheenta, Adarsh can never be without you. Give him some time. Things will become alright.
Nahi mom. You don't understand. I have to do something to get him out of this mood. Mom, now he is upset. By the time he recovers, I will be upset. We have been married for over a month now. We had such big dreams for our life together. I am scared that we will just keep waiting for each other and loose more time. I don't want that.
Suhasini and Zubaida looked at each other and smiled. They were amazed at her strength and honesty, and were so proud of her. Suhasini sighed as she said Ok. So what is it that you want to do? What help do you need?
If she was red before, she turned maroon now. She desperately tried avoiding looking at the women, and they understood that she had something wicked in her head. Looking at each other again and trying helplessly not to laugh out loud, Zubaida urged her to speak again Bolo beta. How can we help?
I was to learn some seduction techniques. She had whispered the last bit so softly that Suhasini and Zubaida had not heard her. What? You want to learn what?
SOME SEDUCTION TECHNIQUES! OK? Swadheenta quickly covered her face with her palms to avoid any further embarrassment like that would help. There was a split second silence. The next moment Suhasini and Zubaida were on the floor, laughing uncontrollably. Swadheenta who had initially been embarrassed was now angry. How she had counted on these women to help her, and now they were making fun of her. She looked away feeling miserable. Suhasini and Zubaida collected themselves after a few minutes of uncontrollable laughter and then looked at Swadheenta who seemed upset
Sorry! Still smiling, Suhasini tried to hold Swadheenta's hand, but Swadheenta jerked it away. She was embarrassed and upset. Sorry bola na. Acha, do you want to remain angry or learn some techniques?
Swadheenta looked at her skeptically. Finally realizing the situation, she gave in. Fine, I will forgive you if you teach me something nice. Deal. Suhasini hugged her affectionately. Deal. Now, what is the exact situation?
He is feeling guilty and is avoiding me. Completely. Like not even looking at me type.
But he was just here with you. Did he not talk to you when he was here? What happened? Swadheenta looked away pretending not to have heard. Suhasini and Zubaida looked at each other again and smiled to themselves. Ok, let it be. Hummm what can we do? Now, in the other room, we were discussing about your gruhapravesh. If we complete that and take you home, then in front of all of us he will have to behave normal. So, let us finish the gruhapravesh soon? Suhasini added enthusiastically.
Mom, what kind of a plan is this? Are you helping me or trying desperately not to? I am bad at this, and even I understand that this is a terrible idea. How can I seduce him in front of everyone? Mom, this is a terrible idea.
Oh ho. You bring 2 women who are over 50 and ask for new and interesting seduction ideas? Your planning itself is wrong. We will only be able to give you Muglal e azam type idea na? Jaya ko bula leti, not that I think she can give you any better ideas. Anyways, ok. Let us think about this. All 3 women contemplated the situation for a bit. Then, Zubaida maami suggested Suhasini ji, Swadheenta is right. It is better if they sort out their differences between themselves. So, let us trick Adarsh into taking Swadheenta out tonight.
Ok, how will we do that?
Family picnic Swadheenta added happily. She answered Suhasini and Zubeida's questioning gaze with a Mom, we can tell him that we are all planning a day out to relax after everything that has happened. You convince him for the both of us to start early with a promise that all of you will join shortly. And then, you don't come.
Haan, yeh idea sahi hai. I will convince him to take you early. But we risk everyone else finding out about this plan if we discuss a family trip openly. Is that ok with you?
Mom, help me out here. Don't embarrass me more. Make this your idea for Adarsh and me no? Please. Pretend like even I don't know about it?
Acha? Toh you will make me lie to my family now? I will do it on one condition.
What?
Let me pack some nice Lingerie for you. I had actually bought one for you as a gift. Mast hai. Ab kaam aayega.
Mom! Swadheenta hadn't thought herself capable of feeling this shy. But she thought about it some and was also excited about the idea. Ok. Fine!
Itni jaldi maan gayi? Aur mujhe laga time lagega thuje convince karne mein. Laughing some, she added Also, he likes wine. And don't let him drink whiskey. Two pegs, and he will be out. You don't need that.
Isse kaam ban jaayega?
If you don't trust me why did you ask for my help?
Ok ok. Sorry. Tell me, what else? Suhasini went on with the list of do's and don't as Swadheenta listened intently. I will pack a nice set of change of clothes for Adarsh too. Do you have a preference in color?
What? No mom! I don't have a preference. She looked at the teasing glint in Suhasini's eyes. What I mean is, you don't worry about that. We will manage.
How? Manage without clothes?
Mom, that is not what I meant...
Will you guys manage the protection and precaution aspect of it? Or do you need me helping you there too?
Mom? No! Swadheenta didn't believe she could feel more embarrassed, ever in her life. Never! She closed her eyes tight like that would make these 2 women disappear. Suhasini who was watching her antiques laughed again.
Acha bachu, you can talk to me about seducing my son, but feel shy if I talk about protection?
Mom, please stop! She hugged Suhasini unable to take her teasing glaze anymore. Patting her head affectionately Suhasini added Swadheenta, I am so glad that you are part of our family. I had 3 amazing sons and never missed not having a daughter, till date. Now, unknowingly, unintentionally, you have become the daughter that I wished I had for all these years. I cannot loose any more time either. I want you all happy! I will do anything I can to help you get there. Now, tell me, are you sure you feel fine? You are still recovering from a stab wound.
Mom, I will only feel better if I am with him. I will recover sooner if I am with him, I am happy only when I am with him.
Ok, so, let us get started with the plan then. I will make booking for the night at this resort that has opened in the outskirts of Delhi. It wont be a long way off, but is still away from the city. Make sure to lock the room and hide the keys. Don't give him an opportunity to get out of the room until you have convinced him to let the past go. Ok?
Fine, done. I will take care of that. Looking at an excited and enthusiastic Swadheenta, Suhasini thought to tease her some more.. Eh ladki, should I worry about my son? Bilkul sherni banke are you planning to scare him?
Plan toh sherni banne ka hi hai mom. But sherni ko dhek ke woh sher banega, yah phir darr jaayega, yeh toh uspe dependent hai abhi.
All 3 women had a hearty laugh, and they shook hands before executing their plan.
Edited by Soapoperasrfun - 9 years ago
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