THREAD 2- THE GLASS WALL: RAGNA FF, Part-28(LAST),Pg-11,11/1/17 - Page 3

PART-26

The next morning when Kalpana and Raghav awoke in each other's embrace, the much expected but new storm in media awaited them. The electronic and print media had gone berserk with the reports about Prem Kapoor's unexpected and untimely death. The fact that Sahil Kapoor was arrested for the death of his own son, made another addition in their breaking news. But the way in which Raghav Singhania's name was entangled in all this; was even more puzzling for them. News was out that the intended aim of Sahil Kapoor's gun shot was in fact Raghav Singhania; and not his own son Prem Kapoor.

There were unconfirmed reports by some channels that Prem Kapoor had abducted Raghav Singhania's wife. But the police had managed to not confirm Kalpana's name in all this. No one could understand why Prem Kapoor would abduct his own sister, i.e., Pakhi. Some media houses were smart to come out with their own theories which involved Kalpana, as Raghav's ex-fiancee.

Both Raghav and Kalpana had though expected this, yet it still was not a nice feeling for them. All Raghav wanted was to give Kalpi a peaceful & joyous start to their new life. Intending to give Kalpi all the respect she deserved he personally wished to announce Kalpana's marital status to him. His desire to tell the world that his Kalpi is the only "Mrs.Raghav Singhania" in his life was far stronger than the agony of seeing a drama being played out of their lives on news. By evening Raghav had fixed a press-conference to make the matters right and clear the confusion. He had even taken Sammy-Pakhi's help in this.

At 4.00PM sharp, Raghav made an entry in the premises of Head Office of Singhania Group of Companies along with Kalpi. When he disembarked the car first and went to Kalpi's side every one waited with baited breath and curiousity. They expected Pakhi to be with Raghav, making her first public appearance. They wondered if Pakhi would help Raghav throw more light on the abduction issue. But their eyes widened in surprise when clad in a red-golden plain satin saree, Kalpana came out of car instead of Pakhi. Their eyes were stuck on the sindoor in her maang/hair-parting, mangalsutra in her neck and Kalpi's hand in Raghav's. The silent communication and assurance by their eyes too was not missed by those present. Even some of the employees of Singhania Group of Companies present were surprised.

Raghav gently squeezed Kalpi's hand and together they stood facing the press. He gave them a nod of acknowledgement and started, "I know you have too many questions; and I..."

Stopping mid-way Raghav looked at Kalpi and smiled, "No, WE have answers to them all."

"Let me start with telling you that Pakhi Kapoor was never my wife." One sentence of Raghav had sent a wave of whisper amongst all. Raising his hand to silence all, Raghav continued," If you will allow me to continue!"

Taking advantage of the more curious silence now, Raghav dropped the biggest bomb on all. "Meet my wife and the only Mrs.Raghav Singhania I ever had or will have: Mrs.Kalpana Raghav Singhania." Another wave of surprise washed on the gathering there and Raghav was satisfied with the intended affect.

"If you think it is shocking, there is more" he said and narrated the entire sequence of incidents, RagNa's story. By the end of it, everyone had a mixed baggage of emotions inside them. "We did not want things to end in this way in entirety. We did not wish for one of our own to lose her loved one. But Prem's deeds and their repercussions had chosen each other. In the end, it was Kapoors own greed and attitude which ruined them. In their greed to grab whole universe, they tried to snatch & de-colour others' rightful, handful of sky too. It was that hand which ruined them. But now, hopefully we will see a new sunrise in our skies. Kalpi and I cannot forget light of one particular star of that sky of ours. When our sky was dark, that star contributed its own light to our sky- Pakhi Kapoor Raizada."

"Ladies & gentlemen, May I have the honour to present Samar Raizada & Pakhi Kapoor Raizada; our best friends." The place was filled with the sounds of claps as Pakhi & Sammy who were witnessing all this from a distance, in shadows came to the front. Their eyes too were filled with tears. Pakhi was asked questions about how and why she agreed to help Kapoors' enemy, her married life (to which she happily answered how she loves Sammy) and her grief on losing her brother.

Pakhi answered all questions patiently and Sammy stood like a rock with her. Soon after, a content press walked away;but not before taking few precious clicks of "Mr. & Mrs. Raghav Singhania". They also conveyed their congratulations to both the married couples and took some single photos of Kalpi.

At the end of it all, Raghav introduced Kalpi in his office as his wife. It was a day which witnessed breaking of another glass wall; the only one remaining till now in their eyes- to introduce Kalpi in the whole society as his wife properly.

Thus, keeping this in mind Raghav had already started the preparations for their wedding reception. He had also taken Vitthal and Pakhya's help in it. He had planned going with Kalpi to meet Kamla, something which he could not do without Vitthal and Pakhya's presence.

By now as Raghav and Kalpi had feared, Kamla had got to know the entire story from the press-conference, including the fact about Raghav and Kalpana's marriage. As she watched the clips of their press conference being replayed on TV, she muttered with disappointment, "Yeh tune kya kiya Kalpi?"(What did you do Kalpi?)

Disclaimer: This is a work of fiction using characters from the show "Ek Mutthi Aasmaan" on "Zee TV". The characters are owned by creators and owners of the show.

P.S.: I thought details of Pakhi interview maybe certainly unwanted so I cut it short. 😆:D I know the update is short, but I really wanted to update it, whatever I could write with the electricity going on and off; in snowfall! Also I figured I can get time only now. I may give another update, if it will be possible, if there is electricity; otherwise sorry in advance. 😭

Also, I am so so sorry for not being able to reply to all your sweet replies, for forgetting this; or even not being able to update in time. I will try to be more punctual. I thought I will try to finish Celebration of Fates first. But this FF also is almost near its end. Plus I am unable to think of new tracks. The original story I'd thought has ended. So now if I introduce new tracks, I can either come up with new season of Glass Wall ;or continue in this only. I'll also have to take care of keeping my tracks within the title of the story, i.e., some kind of Glass Wall between RagNa again. Do let me know what you prefer; though I think I know what to do.