RiKara OS - A LIFETIME - ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL - COLLABORATION

It's early on a cold, quiet morning. Omkara just woke up. His eyes are blurry and unfocused but his heart is clear: Where is Gauri? There is warmth, He felt it. Her form lies flush against him buried in a heap of thick covers; her hair, the color of dripping chocolate, is splayed out wildly on the pillow.

He lost his breath, as he does every time He looks at her; her beauty racks his mind. Omkara does not deserve her; his own perverted twisted form does not possess the grace to hers. Gauri's chest rises up and down slowly in a symphony of a lucid vision. What is she dreaming of? He hoped it is of him, a livid romantic dream of their first time, slow and awkward but passionate; it is a memory only some hours old. His heart beats wildly, thinking about her envisioning him, is she able to hear it? He is perspiring a little, wrapped in the cocoon of sheets, blankets and Gauri.

They both wanted to do so much with each other, both craving each others bodies for their own pleasure and yet also wanting to please each other.

As he looked at her, he is torn in indecision. He wants to rouse her, hear her voice and feel her pull herself around him. His desire, his lust, his love wants him to make love with her. But he cannot... She is so perfect, content. He can watch her for hours in this sweet state; not a care in the world, not a trouble or bother. How could he end it?

Gauri stirred slightly; he both feared and hoped that she has awakened. She shrug in her sleep and exposed her shoulder. The bare flesh tantalizes him; she has the most pure skin he has ever seen, the soothing color of cream. The few freckles gracing it call to him, and He slowly moves his hand to caress the warmth.

He needs more... now. It feels as if his finger tips are sending a calm orgasm through his arms.

On her side, he can only see her body from the neck up; the bitter chill keeps her tucked away beneath the duvet. He ran his hand down her shoulder to her neck and along her jaw, causing her to moan slightly and himself to smile; and he is worried that his touch has awoken her. His fingers lightly caress her cheek until they touch her lips. His fears are realized when she kisses his fingers. She took one of his fingers into her mouth lovingly, gently sucking on it with her eyes still softly shut.

The warm moistness feels like ecstasy on his finger tips, he can feel her love reverberating through his entire body into his heart. He needs to say something to her, how he feels, how much he loves her, how much he does not want her to stop... but he is enjoying the agreed upon silence between them.

He brought his other hand to her shoulder and began to push down the cover veiling herself. When it is nearly down to her elbow, her eyes automatically flash open revealing panicked hazel wells to her soul. Letting herself be even if it is in front of her husband had taken a lot of effort from her the last night. Her eyes plead with him, her hand holding the sheet with a death grip. He took it gently and tried to pull it away softly and then he pressed his lips against hers. They kiss softly, full of passion both lost in the moment.

Omkara pulled her hand to his heart, He wants to show her how he feels, but no words can describe it, only the beat of his heart.

Her eyes close lazily in yielding concentration and He slips his hand down her neck and his fingers tease her precious skin with the light touch. Omkara's fingertips slowly trickle down further and further. She pulled away slightly out of reflex... Why does she conceal that which is so beautiful? They belong to her; they are hers so to him they are the most perfect breasts he has ever seen. Her eyes stop him in my tracks, but he knows he must continue, he needed more of her, like a violent lust that enchants him.

"Happy Anniversary"

He said gifting her another soft peck on the lips.

Omkara stepped out of the bathroom wiping his head in the towel just to see Gauri bracing herself amidst scattered pens, pencils and papers ... She is tensed and crying too.

"What happened Gauri? Omkara sat beside her.

"I won't be able to do this Om ... its just too much! Gauri complained.

"What is too much Gauri ... and please stop crying. Omkara was getting tensed now.

"The way I am trying to set up my boutique... its getting on my nerves. She just hugged him carelessly.

"But is it not what you like? Like clothes and colors and tassles and pompoms? Omkara asked caressing her hair.

"Yeah I like stitching and making clothes but making a business out of it is just getting more and more difficult. She confessed.

"Tell me how is it difficult? Omkara was trying to solve her problem.

"The branding, promotion, events, paperwork ... media statements and the parties. I don't like it that way ... I am not able to concentrate on the actual work ... I am not able to stitch. She started weeping again.

"Its okay Gauri ... its just a part and parcel of being an Oberoi ...

"Om ... its too much happening at a time.

"Then you just have to concentrate on one thing at a time and take it easy. He kissed her head.

"Its better said than done Om ... and everything is so new for me. Gauri pouted.

"Then my love ... all you need to do is try. Omkara pecked her pout.

"See I tried so much. She pointed towards all scattered mess on the floor.

"Okay ... just relax and tell me what do you have to do first.?

"I have to attend a meeting with the editor of a magazine ... I don't even know what magazine! Gauri scratched her forehead.

"Then leave all the paper and fabric aside ... you need to have a bath and get dressed.

"Om I have to finish the designing ... and then get the dress stitched and fixed ... you know this is supposed to be my display piece and my store is supposed to be launching in a week. Gauri ranted.

"You can design your dress after you finish your meeting ... but right now having you ready and then making you eat breakfast is important ... Because if you stay hungry you will behave like lady hulk! Omkara was so obvious.

"Did you just called me lady hulk??? Her jaw dropped.

"Okay I can make it up to you. Omkara shrugged.

"You have to Mr.!

"So ... How about me giving you a nice warm bath and then we have breakfast together? Gauri's face was glowing with the idea.

"Please stay by my side today. She pleaded.

"Of course doll its your day.

"Happy annive ... She tried to say before which he captured her lips in a kiss.

"Then help me pleat that yellow Saree as well. She said as he lifted her in his arms to take her to the bathroom.

"At your service Madame.

Omkara couldn't take his eyes of his beautiful chirayya sauntering around in the party meeting and greeting everyone. In baby pink netted saree with sparkling white stones and simple diamond set gifted by his mother, she looked like his dream. It has been three years to their marriage yet he can never cease to be amazed by how heavenly she looks. She always takes his breath away.

"Stop staring at her. Omkara heard his elder brother remark with hint of tease and he turned to look at him with amused look.

"I was not staring. Omkara defended himself

"Everyone can see it. Shivay said pointing at crowd randomly. "It is your anniversary party, Om. You can't indulge in such behaviour. It is embarrassing. Shivay teased making a serious face.

"Shivay... Om said in a warning tone sitting on the chair beside his brother and took a drink for him. "Isn't bhabhi looking pretty?' Omkara asked and looked at his brother's eyes immediately searching for his better half.

"Stop staring. It is embarrassing. Omkara repeated.

Both the brothers chuckled at what an Ishqbaaz both of them have become.

"Dance floor is open, guys. Enjoy. The host cum DJ arranged by Rudra announced.

"That is our cue. Shivay said.

Omkara held his wife closer as they twirled for her favourite song. Her bright eyes and smiling lips captured his heart immediately making him want to kiss her. Omkara bent his head down to peck her lips, but soon he was pushed slightly with a warning glare.

"What did I tell you? asked Gauri with raised eyebrows.

Omkara sighed rolling his eyes. "No touching and kissing in front of family or media. He admitted like a kid.

Gauri smiled at her husband lovingly and patted his cheek saying "Good Boy.

"But I am not going to be one after the party. Said Omkara raising his one eyebrow naughtily

"I know. Gauri said giggling.

Pulling her closer holding her waist, Omkara closed towards her ear and whispered what he has planned for the night.

"Chi... chided a scandalized Gauri.

Omkara laughed at her expression and was about to tease her more, but was interrupted by Rudra's pat on his shoulder.

"O, will you let anyone dance with chulbul bhabhi? asked Rudra in repining voice. He pushed away his brother slightly and bowed down in front of Gauri extending his hand like a gentleman. "Will you dance with me pretty bhabhi? he asked in a fake British accent making Gauri giggle and Omkara groan.

"Sure, Rudy bhaiya. Gauri mimicked in the same accent.

Before walking away with Rudra, Gauri gave Omkara a fleeting glance and he mouthed Tonight' making her cheeks turn red with blush.

"Don't crowd my room. Daadi dismissed in a warning tone.

No one even tried to move from where they sat or stood. It was just in the morning Daadi fainted and the entire Oberoi clan was worried since.

"Billu, take everyone to their room. She said, but Shivay sat on her bed unmoving holding her hand.

"Om.. she now turned to her middle grandson and looked at him. Omkara was not ready to leave his ill Daadi. He immediately took his place near her head and caressed her head lovingly.

"Daadi, don't think about us. You rest. He said

"Haan, daadi. You should rest. Commented Rudra who was sitting near her leg.

As last hope, Daadi looked at her bahus. Silent eye talks happened between bahus after which they very effortlessly made their husbands understand how Daadi needs to rest alone. Finally, everyone decided to leave Daadi to sleep. However, before Omkara could leave Daadi stopped him holding his hand. After everyone left the room, on not finding Omkara out yet, Gauri returned inside to find him kneeling beside Daadi. On seeing Gauri, Daadi gestured her to come in and Gauri took her place beside her husband.

With a side glance at the clock that read thirteen past twelve, Daadi wished Omkara and Gauri "Happy Anniversary with a smile.

They both thanked her smiling at her thoughtfulness in spite of being ill. Daadi cupped Omkara's cheeks lovingly.

"I am perfectly well. You both shouldn't let my health stop you from carrying out your plans for anniversary. She said

"Daadi. It was Gauri who chided. " Do you think our anniversary plan is more important than you health?

"Aise nahi hai puttar...

"No, Daadi, don't stress thinking about all this. Said Gauri. "You take rest. We can go to Sri Lanka any time we want.

Omkara looked at his beautiful wife gratefully. He knew how excited she was for the trip as she kept complaining how less time they spend with each other off late. He was in half mind to go to trip for he knew Shivay and Rudra can take care of Daadi. But, to see his selfless wife like every time understand her priorities made his heart swell with pride.

Once they were out of Daadi's room, Omkara pulled Gauri into tight hug. "Thank you. He said

"Kyun! She is also my Daadi. Can't I sacrifice our trip for her. complained Gauri pouting.

"I love you. He confessed smiling.

Gauri hugged him again and placed a quick peck on his lips. "Love you too.

It was the sound of running water from the next room that woke her up. Stretching languorously, Gauri became aware of the small aches and chafes she had acquired through the time from when they came back from their chocolate truffle making workshop and eventually skipped lunch ... now it was time for dinner. A small blush crept up her neck as she heard him move about in the bathroom. The door was slightly ajar, and every now and then she would get a glimpse of him through it as he walked by completely naked.

Smiling softly, She remembered the time they shared together in this very bed. He taught her many things ... and she learnt that she enjoyed lovemaking more in the day than in the night.

Thanks to him for everything. He had planned this surprise for her to celebrate their marriage anniversary. And she had to admit that Belgium indeed is a very good place to visit. Like today she had gone to one of the chocolate making workshop with her husband and yesterday they had tasted some crafted beer in a local brewery. He enjoyed the canal cruise in bruges and she loved the pictures of the grand palace in brussels. The museum visits made her realize that her sculptor husband does more than just artistry. She really loved the way they spent time together whether it be watching the rising suns or dancing together in the local music fest or simply observing people in the local market ...

Omkara paused at the door frame, allowing his eyes to drink in the oasis of her bare body tangled in the sheets. Their lovemaking had been frantic, almost frenzied, and was still evident in the twisted mess of covers. It was as if his two-week absence previously could be erased somehow by the intensity of their lust. Although he had been exhausted from their well planned schedule, it had been after three p.m. in the afternoon before they finally allowed themselves to drift off to sleep, their limbs still intertwined.

Gauri lay on her stomach, her left leg drawn up. The sheet was pulled tight around her legs, and the valley between her waist and hips was partially covered. He smiled as he recalled, after their need had been sated somewhat, slowly pouring from his last bottle of 1998 Silver Oak Cabernet into that gently sloping valley. Omkara had dipped his fingers into this crimson puddle, letting the ruby wine drip along her stomach and thighs before slowly licking up the drops. It had been an incredibly sensual experience for both of them. The cabernet had been the sweetest nectar when sipped from her skin.

Her brown curls were off to one side, revealing the curve of her neck just below her ear. This was his other favorite place to kiss. She smelled faintly of flowers and shampoo here, a heady scent he knew others never experienced in casual conversations with her. It was a scent that lingered on her pillow and on the collar of his shirt after she hugged him. It was an intimate scent, and it never failed to arouse him.

Omkara smiled, knowing it would not be long before he had her again. He had been up for an hour now, trying to be patient and allow her some well-deserved sleep, but he was hard and his self-restraint had its limits. She yawned, rolling onto her back, and looked at him.It took a moment before she saw him watching her, but when she did, she smiled.

"How long have you been watching me?" she asked.

"Long enough," he replied, crossing the room to join her on the bed.

He kissed her slowly, taking time to explore her mouth with his tongue. She moaned against his lips, exciting him even more. She would try his patience this night, he could tell already. He continued to hold her hands firmly above her head, preventing her from touching him. Omkara was determined to prolong her pleasure as much as possible, which meant not allowing her to participate in the lovemaking just yet. Gauri struggled against him, swiveling her hips against his, trying to entice him to remove the thin fabric barrier that separated their bodies. He could feel the heat radiating from her pelvis. Her legs were spread wide, her knees pulled up to accommodate his hips between her thighs...

"Mumma is coming to see you soon my chhotu superstar. Gauri caressed her five month old baby bump. She had an appointment in the evening and she was so excited about her sonography.

Gauri would often describe her unborn baby as intense and rebellious after all it was Gauri and Omkara's baby. 'She would be born with a hurricane for a soul, that one,' she would say. But she said it in a loving way with that soft glow in her eyes that only a mother can have for her offspring. She will rock her baby in the dead of night when she found it impossible to sleep and she would wear her all day long in a baby carrier so that she would be calmed by the body to body contact. She would soothe her with lullaby's and stroke her tiny back and soft hair. She would whisper sweet things in her ears and cover her with kisses. She would love the hurricane mixed with a little sunshine and raise her with a sweet summer breeze because above all, she was her baby, and she loved her with a power mightier than the wind.

A pregnant Gauri became a different woman all together ... she became a better woman she knew. Motherhood had begun to change her ... she had mood swings and cravings and sitting in front of her was her man taking care of her. Massaging her ankles and calves with some milk lotion.

"You are tickling me Om. Gauri giggled munching another aloo pakora from her big bowl.

He looked at her and she knew he smiled but then he reminded her of her schedule and her appointment and her exercise routine and that she ain't getting any sugar now.

"You care for me so much Om. She sighed and he actually tickled her.

Gauri wanted her baby to be like him intense and emotional, She loves to imagine the baby being jiggled in Omkara's arms. Gauri was not sure of who would be most fractious, him or the baby. With eyes brimmed with tears and a quivering lip he will be utterly out of his depth when he holds his baby. She will move forward and offer to take the baby, but he will shake his head abruptly, his chubby cheeks wobbling with the jarring action. "I have to be able to cope with her! I have to!" Om will say to her holding his little princess in his arms. The baby's arms will be faster, grasping at the air with increased speed, her shrill cries will only be broken by her gasping for breaths in-between. Her face will be blotched and her little mouth stretched wide. Gauri will smile softly at Om in her soothing way and hold out her arms. He handed over his daughter and sink to the bed, hiding his face. Gauri will hold her her baby close, bobbing and swaying to unheard music, humming a lullaby, quite composed, quite serene. Soon the harsh cries softened to snuffles. Now will be the time for the little one to sleep. Gauri likes to imagine all such time that they will spend with their baby.

"Happy anniversary my main man. Gauri wished with a scarlet shade.

"Happy anniversary my pregnant woman. Omkara kissed her cheek.

Omkara looked at her ... running his fingers through her hair.The mother's love he will have for his children is the extra ordinary kind. It is no more than any mother he knew and respected. It is the kind of love that would move heaven and earth for his child as and when she will have the power. It is the kind of love that says "I would give my life for my child any time, any place." That doesn't make her unusual, in fact Gauri is the most normal person he has ever met. It is the kind of love that would take on anyone, anyplace, anytime if they threaten the wellbeing of his children. That is ordinary love, it's the kind both of have inside.

"Pa Called nine months old Shambhavi licking her lips. She has recently learned to stand and she was putting her skill to test by walking holding the green recliner in their room.

Omkara who was on phone saw his daughter stumbling with her steps. He was immediately on his toes to help her, but Gauri stopped him.

"Let her learn, Om. She said.

Both stood admiring their cute daughter laughing at them and taking careful steps to reach them. When she was at the end of the recliner and didn't know what to hold anymore, she looked at her father questioningly. Omkara looked at Shambhavi expectantly and nodded at her as a sign of encouragement. Giggling at her father, Shambhavi took three steps further before her legs gave up and she fell on her bum.

Omkara and Gauri were soon on her side to help her.

"Paa. Said Shambhavi patting her father's cheeks on being picked up.Wooo. she said pointing at the bed.

"Wanna go to bed? asked omkara even as they all began to walk towards the bed.

Omkara made Shambhavi lie in the middle, while he and Gauri took either side.

"Sleep, baby. He whispered patting her, but Shambhavi looked at him with wide eyes.

"No matter how much you try she will not sleep before 1. Said Gauri shaking her head. "Bad Girl. She said scrunching her nose.

"Boo.. said Shambhavi as if understanding what her mother said.

"Haan boo. Repeated Omkara. "Don't badmouth my daughter. He said lifting Shambhavi and placing her on his stomach.

"Papa and baby are in same team, haina? Shambhavi giggled at what Omkara said and patted his face.

"Awww... What about mumma? asked Gauri.

"Do we want mumma in our team? asked Omkara looking at his daughter. "Nayyy. He said shaking his head

"Naaa... repeated Shambhavi nodding vehemently copying her father.

"Acha!! said an angry Gauri getting up and leaning on the bed post. She pouted looking at father daughter duo smiling at her teasingly. "You both don't want mumma in your team.

Omkara smiled at his daughter and placed her on Gauri's lap. Shambhavi stood on her mother's lap holding her shoulder and kissed her cheeks. "Maaa... she smiled

"Meri pyaari chirayya. Gauri giggled and kissed her daughter. "You always love your maa. It is only your paa who forgets me.

"Arre! What did I forget? asked omkara lifting himself up and sitting beside his Gauri. "It is you who forget everything.

"What did I forget?asked Gauri raising her eyebrows

"This said Omkara placing a gift on Gauri's lap.

Gauri's eyes widened in surprise, as she saw green gift paper wrapped box with Happy Anniversary Wifey' written on it in her husband's cursive handwriting.

"Om. She cried with happy smile. How can she forget their anniversary? She looked at him apologetically. "I am sorry, Om. I...

"You don't have to be, Gauri. I know how busy you are. He said. "You are a wife, a daughter, a sister, a daughter in law, business woman and now a mother. You are perfect woman, Gauri. There hasn't been one day when I have not been awed by you. This day brought you in my life and I will forever be grateful to your presence.

Tears glistened in her eyes and she looked at her husband lovingly. "Happy Anniversary, Om.

"Happy Anniversary, Gauri.

'Happy anniversary, my love!' Omkara wished as she stepped in their studio apartment.

Billu chachu and Ru Chachu had kept their baby girl busy and so Gauri and Omkara got the night for themselves and Omkara had planned some quality time.

'Thanks and happy anniversary. You shouldn't have taken so much pain and done all this.' Gauri melted in him holding the fabric of his shirt.

'Who says it's a pain? Anything for that million dollar smile on your face.' He caressed her head.

'Thanks a lot, Om. You know how much all this means to me. And here's something for you.'

Gauri gave Omkara his gift. But Omkara pulled Gauri into his arms and whispered

'Why do you buy me gifts, when I have the best gift in my arms?'

Gauri tried to answer him but he silenced her with a kiss a kiss that was so good that her body turned into jelly. She went weak in the knees and had, Omkara not been holding her, she would have fallen down. Omkara opened the gift and saw a camera.

'Thanks a lot, Gauri. And here's yours.'

He handed Gauri a box. On opening the box she found a pearl necklace and earrings to go with it. It was beautifully made.

'Here, allow me.'

Omkara took the necklace and tied it securely around her neck. He started kissing her neck and Gauri had to arch herself. He knew that they could never complete their dinner, if he kept this up. With one last kiss, he whispered

'There's more to come, honey. I am not going to stop here. But let's have some food.'

'Sure.'

Omkara pulled the chair for her and poured her the wine. He sat across her and he raised his glass

'To us'.

'To us'

Gauri felt blessed. The man of her dreams sitting right across her, watching her, was talking with her, making her evening even more special.

'Lost in the wonderland?'

'No. I was just thinking how blessed I am to have you.'

'I feel the same about you. But we can think later. Right now, I want you to taste all that I have prepared for you.'

'Bring it on.'

Omkara served the food and waited for Gauri's remark. Gauri was blown away by the food that he had prepared for her. It was delicious, mouth-watering and it had the exact amount of spices.

'It is so good, Om. I think you should cook more often.'

'Thanks.'

The two of them ate their dinner, discussing how their day was. But they could sense the undercurrent that was making the evening even more romantic. Once they finished eating, Omkara offered his hand and asked,

'Shall we?'

'Yes, of course.'

Gauri loved to dance with Omkara. They never danced. They only swayed to the music. But being in her husband's arms was the only thing that Gauri wanted to do.

'You know this dress looks so beautiful on you. You look beautiful and hot. I just can't take my hands off you. Throughout the dinner, I wanted to drag you to the bed and ravish you. Damn, you look sexy.'

'Stop it, Om.'

'I know you don't want me to stop. You like when I praise you.'

With that Omkara traced his hands on Gauri's arms. She shivered and her skin got goosebumps.

'Excited, aren't you?'

'A little bit. I love...'

Before Omkara could complete her sentence, Omkara kissed her. He devoured her. When they were breathless, he stopped the kiss to look into her eyes.

'You taste so good.'

Gauri was so lost in the killer kiss to reply back. Omkara just carried her to the bedroom and put her on the bed. She just did not believe that something this romantic could also happen. Omkara tried to remove her dress. But he did not understand where to begin.

'There's a zipper at the back, baby.' Gauri chuckled.

He finally found the zipper and pulled the dress off her.

'My turn.'

Gauri's fingers twisted to break the first button of his shirt.

Gauri breathlessly walked behind her six year old daughter, Shambhavi.

"Stop, there, else... she warned as both mother and daughter's chase ended inside Rudra's room.

"Shambhu!! Bhabhi!! Rudra exclaimed as he left the work he was doing with laptop and jumped off his bed to greet them.

Rudra took his favourite niece in his arms and kissed her cheeks. He didn't have to enquire to know that the chase was because Shambhu refused to drink milk. Unlike her father and uncles, Shambhavi hated milk much to everyone's surprise. "Shambhu, how will you become fit like me, if you don't drink milk? he asked. Shambhavi looked between her mother and chachu pouting.

Chuckling at her cuteness, Rudra turned to his bhabhi and offered, "Bhabhi, I will make her drink milk.

Gauri was more than willing to let Rudra handle her. She didn't fancy facing her daughter's tantrums especially when she was extremely exhausted.

"Haan, bhabhi jao jao. Said Rudra with hint of teasing. "Go enjoy anniversary with O.

"Enjoy!!! Gauri said rolling her eyes. "Like this? she asked pointing at her eight months big baby bump.

Omkara and Gauri were expecting their second child. Unlike Shambhu, this baby made Gauri more worked up and moody. Morning sickness continued for six months straight, her foot was swollen like baby elephant, her back ached terribly and her mind was all over the place causing her to let her trusted assistants handle her business and stay home.

Omkara was winding up things in his studio quickly to reach home before lunch. If it wasn't for last minute works for his latest gallery, he wouldn't have bothered to come out of the house after all he is in self proclaimed maternity leave. He was already in car buckling seat belt, when he received Rudra's message.

"Yellow Alert!

It was a code word the brothers formed to convey one's pregnant wife's mood. They started it playfully when Annika was pregnant with Dev, but soon one or the other bahu kept getting pregnant, one worse than the previous, it became a thing between Obros.

Now, Omkara knew his wife was in sore mood. Not as bad as Red Alert, but definitely worse compared to blur or green alert.

"What is my lovely chirayyas doing? asked Omkara hugging Gauri, who was checking Shambhavi's home work note, from behind.

"Don't. Gauri wacked his hands on her stomach and pushed him away.

Omkara frowned. "Mood swings he mumbled and sat near Shambhavi on the bed. "What to do? he asked Shambhavi in low voice.

"Kissey. Answered Shambhavi giggling.

Omkara widened his eyes as if scared and said, "Mumma maregi.

Shambhavi copied his expression and nodded no. "Now? she asked looking at him innocently.

Omkara lifted Shambhavi and moved towards his wife who was standing near the window. He placed packet of kampaat in front of her. Gauri's eyes widened in surprise as she saw what he had bought.

"How do you know I was craving for this? asked Gauri

Omkara shrugged and lifted his collar in pride.

"We have celebrated anniversaries in all ways and this year we'll celebrate with kampaat. Omkara said hugging his wife sideways with his daughter still in his arms.

"Papa ... You will come to see my sports day right? Please don't go for any work today! Shambhavi pouted before biting her buttered bread.

"Of course baby ... I won't miss your sports day for anything in the world. Omkara assured tying a hair band after pleating his little girls hair.

"And mumma also will come naa with appu and bade papa and. Badi mama and chhote papa and chhoti mama... I want all of you to come. Shambhavi requested.

"Of course Shambhu ... all of us will come. Omkara said grabbing the car keys.

"I have a race today and I have promised mumma that I will win a medal. Shambhavi licked her lips.

"You know bachha ... its always about trying your best and completing every task that you have started ... winning and losing can take its time. Omkara kissed Shambhu's forehead.

"Yes papa ... I will try my best and win medal ... my happy anniversary gift for my mumma papa.

For a moment Omkara was a bit astonished ... his little girl is growing up. His reverie of thoughts was interrupted by Gauri ...

"Getting late for school! Gauri came to the dining table ...

"Yes Mumma! Shambhavi got down the table and held Omkara's hand to run out to reach school.

"I am really excited. Omkara spoke to the little Aparajita in his arms... who agreed to him by pulling his hair happily.

"And so am I. Gauri chirped in unison.

And the race began. Omkara was quite excited about Shambuavi's performance. She had promised him that she will get a medal for her mumma papa and so he knew that she is going to try her level best.

The race began and his little one was running ... struggling between the fifth and the fourth spot finally able to reach the third one ... Both Gauri and Omkara watched her keenly, proudly. Even Aparajita. Gauri could hear how the other students were cheering for her daughter ... Even her baby clapped her hands but then ... Shambhavi had a bad fall ... she lost balance, she lost track and she even got hurt. When she began to cry ... her teachers rushed to her and even the boy with the first aid kid. Gauri stood up to go to her and Omkara looked at his daughter sitting on the ground and crying ... he could not help but panic. Even Aparajita panicked ... she also started to cry ... and as Gauri rushed to take care of her Shambhavi ...Her daughter denied the bandages, got up and started running again ... She did not win but she finished the race.

Gauri mumbled to herself all possible curses she has learned to scold her Nandhi.

"How dare he? she fumed. "He thinks he is the only responsible one.

Everything started with Shambhavi accidentally pricking herself with sewing nail which Gauri was using for her work. All hell broke when Omkara saw his little girl crying. Though the wound took nothing more than small bandage, Omkara lost his cool, shouted at Gauri and even called her irresponsible. Gauri wanted to counter back stating that it was his turn to take care of the kids as she was busy working for latest fashion week. But knowing that he was as scared as her seeing their baby crying, she didn't talk much. However when her husband prolonged the anger for more than a day, Gauri became irritated.

It was their wedding anniversary and Gauri hoped that he will wish her and they can make up. But, that didn't happen at midnight as she expected. This angered Gauri more. She left for her boutique early morning before he rose, he didn't contact her the whole day. Now it is thirty past eleven and he hasn't returned yet.

Omkara entered the room humming a song and immediately went to washroom picking his night clothes.

The minute Omkara came out of washroom, pillow and bed sheet hit him unannounced.

"What are you doing? complained Omkara looking at Gauri

.

"You are not going to sleep on the bed with me. She said

"What? Why?

"Because, you annoy me immensely.

Gauri sat on the bed showing her back to him with tears falling off her eyes. Omkara immediately rushed to her side and sat beside her.

"Why are you crying?

"You called me irresponsible. How can you? That too in front of the kids. She said weeping. "Did you realize even I was worried for Shambhu?

"Gauri, it is not that...

"Did you really mean it? she asked hurt

"Oh! Gauri... Omkara immediately hugged her. "I am sorry. I was worried for Shambhu, but I didn't mean even a single word, I swear. He said .

Gauri wasn't convinced and tried to push him away. But he tightened his hold and pulled her closer.

"Please forgive me, Gauri. I didn't mean it. He cried. "You are the best mother any kid could ask for. In fact between two of us, you are the better parent. You are always there for them. In spite of managing business you keep track of their food, health, school and other classes. You are not irresponsible, Gauri, you are the best mother.

"Then why did you say all that? she asked innocently.

"I was angry and helpless and you know those emotions always bring out the worst in me. He confessed

"Then why didn't you talk to me from morning? she asked innocently.

"I am sorry. I didn't know how to start a conversation after I shouted at you. I was just buying time to apologize.

"That doesn't make anything better. She said

"So will our makeup cum anniversary love making make it better?

Gauri's eyes flicked to the clock as she heard him say anniversary. Even as her eyes caught sight of minute hand five minutes away from reaching twelve to join hour hand, his lips caught hers for passionate kiss mumbling "Happy Anniversary. Between the kiss.

Omkara leaned on the couch as he saw all his girls dancing to a folk song for Shambhavi's annual day rehearsal. Yes, he had too much of work and even a dinner to host after all it was their wedding anniversary but even this felt nice ... he relaxed on the couch. His daughters were looking so pretty ...

Then there was Gauri's face, anyone watching could not help but to notice how beautiful she was. Her soft, inviting skin, over her neck, flowing, past a defined jawline, over flush cheeks and stopping at her eyes. Nobody would ever get past her eyes. They were a clear, captivating dark brown you would have a hard time tearing your gaze from. But eventually you would look away, if only to watch her move. He did not realize that how and when he dozed off into a power nap.

What he remembers is how he woke up. His woman sitting in his lap ... her thumb caressing his lip ... her voice whispering and her eyes pleading.

"May I have this dance? She asked and he realized that the music was something Bollywood kind of romantic and his baby girls were not to be seen anywhere.

She swayed her body across the floor and it brought her to his attention and Omkara was proud to have her in his arms. He was enjoying being the guy with the girl. It was awesome to watch her move. She had a way about her that would leave anyone mesmerized when she let go. The term "care free" is one that he would have never used to describe her, at least not until tonight.

She danced with an abandonment of anything going on in her life, at that instant it was just her, the music and the emotion that was driving her body to move.

Nothing else existed in that moment, not even him. He was an object, a prop that she draped her body around but her eyes were closed and she was lost in herself. She opened her eyes and smiled, almost as if surprised to find him there holding her, watching her. She smiled and then took off in his arms, laughing as we moved.

Omkara's eyes closed as his lips parted just enough to let escape the sound of barley contained lust. Then she kissed him on the neck. This kiss was not one of suggestion, she was not kissing him casually. She was telling him in electrified silence that she wanted him just as much as he wanted her, and that he would have her. She played her fingers through his hair as they stood wrapped up in each other.

He tried to take in everything about her but it was a senses overload.

He felt her pressed against him, pulled up tight to him, her body, soft wonderful goodness wrapped around tone, sculpted muscle. He could feel her excited, taut with anticipation, the energy moving and flowing as he held her to him. He inhaled her scent and basked in the heat she gave off. She smelled scrumptious and he was almost drunk with it. He listened to her slow but heavy breath and the little noises she made as she kissed him again raise more than just goosebumps on his skin. They were the sounds of desire, of an almost primal need. She breath out whimpers of yearning, inhaled gasps of lust as they kissed.

"Finally. Gauri commented looking at her watch and then at her husband and daughters pointedly. "We are on time, in spite of you all taking hell a lot of time.

Omkara grinned at Shambhavi and Aparajitha who mirrored his expression. The four of them walked inside school campus for Aparajitha's parents teacher's meeting. Though it was Omkara and Gauri's marriage anniversary, they didn't plan anything grand this year because Aparajitha was too excited for her first PTA meeting after she joined her Di's school. So, Omkara and Gauri were keen on attending this meeting. Though Daddykara and his babies took forever to get ready, they finally reached on time.

"Good morning, mam. Wished Aparajitha as she entered her class room wishing her Meena mam.

"Good Morning, Aparajitha. Greeted Meena with bright smile.

Meena's smile grew wider, if that was even possible, as she saw Aparajitha's parents especially her handsome father.

She immediately stood up from her chair and wished. "Good morning, Mr.Oberoi.

Omkara nodded smiling and he entered along with Gauri and Shambhavi. Parents took the chair, while Shambhu stood near Gauri and Appu between Omkara and her mam.

"Mr.Oberoi, I have to tell you your daughter is such a brilliant girl.

Aparajitha smiled at her parents proudly. Her reason to insist on attending the meeting, to let her parents hear her praise, is fulfilled.

"She has taken all traits from you, Mr.Oberoi. Meena said.She studies so well, draws beautifully and so good at dance even at such a small age.

"Well, Mam. Omkara smiled.My wife dances well, so Aparajitha should have got that from her.

However, Meena ignored Gauri not for the first time since they entered. Gauri looked between Omkara and Meena curiously. Shambhu who noticed her mother's expressions giggled. Omkara turned to look at his wife questioningly. She nodded dismissively and asked him to continue.

"Mr.Oberoi, I have attended your art exhibition once in Goa. You are extremely talented. Meena complimented.

"Oh! Thank you. Omkara smiled

"And Mr.Oberoi you look more young and handsome in real than those magazine photos.

With every word and compliment, Gauri's annoyance increased.

"Such a sweet mam, hanina? asked Omkara looking at Gauri

"Why not, after all she was flirting with you.

"What?' asked Omkara appalled. "Gauri, don't use those words in front of kids.

"And you don't do all this in front of kids. She warned glaring at me.

"What did I do?

Gauri rolled her eyes infuriated as she began walking towards Shambhavi's class in hurry. When they four reached Shambhavi's class, Gauri's frown turned into sly smile seeing a smart young male teacher.

He immediately stood up from his chair and wished. "Good morning, Mrs.Oberoi.

Gauri winked at Omkara and walked inside leaving behind a baffled husband.

They were seated in ice cream parlour with Shambhu and Appu gobbling ice creams and Omkara and Gauri arguing.

"He was smiling at you. Omkara growled

"She was flirting with you. Gauri countered

"Okay, fine. I am sorry. Omkara admitted.

"But, I am not. If you encourage any flirting this is what is going to happen to you. That is your lesson for this anniversary. " Gauri declared then placed a quick angry peck on him quickly without anyone noticing, "Happy Anniversary.

Gauri was wiping her hands in the duppata when she entered the bedroom and saw Omkara and Aparajita fast asleep. A fun fair in bareilly can be really tiring. Shambhavi was still awake and looking at all the pictures they clicked today in the DSLR.

"You want some milk? Gauri asked sitting beside her.

"No mumma ... but I want to know something, can I ask?

"Of course baby ... say.

"This is your house ... I mean you lived in Bareilly?

"Yes.

"And Papa lived in Mumbai?

"Yes.

"So how did you two marry ... Shambhu was so curious.

"Om helped me ... He saved me. Gauri said reminiscing the memories.

"Did he love you ... like love at first sight? Shambhavi asked dreamily.

"No No ... no love no sight only fight! Gauri giggled.

"You know what mom ... for once I can believe that billy chachu and Billi chachi can fight but not both of you.

"Arre ... we fought like two crazy people ... you know I trashed his car with a bulldozer! Gauri laughed now.

"Hawww Shambhu was not able to believe that her mommy can drive a bull dozer.

"Then how did he propose you? Shambhavi scratched her head.

"He did not propose me.

"He did not say I love you to you? She was confused.

"Not at that time.

"Then why did Papa marry you? Shambhavi stared at her mother weirdly.

"He married me because he wanted to help me ... he saved me from a monster.

"Awweee

"But you both love each other ... you say that. Shambhavi enquired.

"After being together for a long while ... yes ... we love each other. Gauri said.

"Who was the monster mom? Shambhavi asked.

"That is another story for another day love ... now its eleven and time to sleep! Gauri ruffled her hair.

And before getting up ... Shambhavi hugged her mother tightly ...

"Thank you so much mom ... I loved this trip to Bareilly with the three of you ... it was so much of fun. The food, the shopping, the temple Aarti and the funfair. Everything. I loved it and even Appu did ...

"Even I came back to my home after a long time beta. Gauri looked around the room.

"Happy anniversary mom! And yes we will come here again!

Shambhavi gulped nervously seeing how happy her mother is receiving the happy anniversary card that she had made for her parents. Her head hung low and her face resembled a balloon.

"Hey Champ! What's wrong? Omkara asked sitting beside her with all the required material ... she had to draw. And today he was going to teach her how to draw a leaf.

She sulked for a moment and then actually began to cry when Gauri went out of the room.

"Will you please tell me ... what is wrong Sahmbhavi? Omkara was getting tensed.

"Papa ... today we got back our math test paper... She said wiping her cheeks.

"Checked? Omkara knew where this was going and she nodded a yes.

"And? He waited for the mark figures to be revealed.

"12

"Out of?

"30!

"That's fine baby girl ... Now please smile and let me help you paint. Omkara started drawing the outline of the leaf and she watched him carefully ... aimlessly following what her father was trying to teach her.

"You don't want to scold me? She asked confused.

"Nope! He said ruffling her hair.

"But mumma is going to scold me ... I told her that I studied well and that I will score good. Shambhu was stressed.

"You understood where you made mistakes?

"Yes Papa.

"You will work them out and improve yourself.

"Yes Papa.

"That's it ... you don't have to sad for a test that has happened ... You have to prepare yourself for the tests that are going to happen.

"And mumma? She was in deep thought.

"Yeah ... I know she will be a bit upset ... but we both will talk to her about this. Omkara assured.

" I have the best papa in the world! Shambhavi hugged her dad.

"Okay Shambhu now outline this leaf ... I will teach you how to paint the veins.

"Yes papa.

"Papa, let us buy a dress. Suggested Shambhavi

"No, she always prefers her brand only. I cannot go to her own store to buy a dress for her.

"Papa, Teddy bear. Suggested Aparajitha

"Appu, its anniversary gift for your mumma, not for you.

Aparajitha pouted while Shambhavi giggled. The three of them got ready early morning with a mission. After dropping Gauri at her work place and promising her to join for lunch, they decided to go gift shopping in the mall.

"Papa, what to buy? asked Shambhavi

"I don't know. You guys should suggest.' Omkara said. "That is why I bought you guys along.

"Papa, I am tired and hungry. I cannot suggest. Apparajita said as she hugged her father's waist.

Omkara lifted his daughter in his arms and narrowed his eyes at her. "Badmash, you had your fill before coming from home, then how are you hungry?

"Uff ho, papa. She said cutely making a face.That is breakfast. Now, I am hungry for ice cream.

Omkara then sauntered around the mall with his daughters eating ice cream, burger, French fries, candy, waffles and what not. Middle of the eating sphere two rounds to gaming zone was also done and yet they have not managed to buy anything for Gauri.

"Papa, I cannot walk anymore. Complained exhausted Shambhavi sitting cross legged on the bench.

"Tired, papa. Sighed Aparajitha, though she was in her papa's arms most of the time.

"But, we haven't bought anything. Your mom will call us for lunch now. Said worried Omkara

"Papa, why don't you give her that painting you were making chup chup ke? asked Shambhavi.

"That is for mumma's birthday and it is not complete yet.

"I know the best gift. Aparajitha said snapping her fingers. Other two looked at her curiously. "Papa, we will give her watch.

"Why watch?

"Because, she keeps complaining she doesn't have time. So, if we give her watch she will have more time. Said Aparajitha cutely.

"Duffer, no matter how many watch one has everyday will have only 24 hours. Shambhavi reprimanded.

"Not a bad idea. Omkara said thoughtfully.

"What!! asked Shambhavi shocked

"Your mumma complains that she doesn't have enough time to spend with us. So, what if we give her our time as gift? asked Omkara grinning

Later that night Omkara with three beautiful angels went to Manali for a quick family vacation. "Happy Anniversary. He wished his wife standing amidst snow of Manali.

The hair, The make up, The costumes, The jewelry, The cameras, The runway ... everything was apt ... perfect to the T but Gauri was so stressed and why ... because both Shambhu and Appu are having their exams in this week and what is she doing ... Photoshoots and dress fittings and events and some more photoshoots ... today is thankfully her last fashion show in Delhi and then she can fly back to her girls and her Om and celebrate her wedding anniversary with the family.

Gauri is thinking about him and his name flashes on her phone's caller ID. The man is going to have a long life.

"How's the prep? He asked.

"All cool and sorted... The models are sober this time ... thanks to god no potato heads!

"You say how's the prep? She asked.

"All good ... both of them are just studying ... I don't feel such stress is good.

"I will be back home by the evening ...Then we can go out maybe a movie or something. Gauri chirped.

"Well not a movie ... dinner will be fine. Omkara decided.

"Okay ... so how did the papers go? Gauri enquired.

"Good ... Appu is going to lose marks in letter writing and Shambhu forgot to draw a diagram with an answer. Omkara informed her.

"All good ... please tell both of them not to take stress about those papers ...

"They had ice cream immediately after coming home. Omkara chuckled.

"Without me. Gauri pouted.

"Come to me for all the ice cream you need. She knew he grinned on the other side.

"I really miss you. Gauri whined.

"I miss you too. Omkara sighed.

"Omkara had it not been a commitment on paper ... I swear I would not have come to Delhi for all the work ... Tue girls have exams and I know it can get difficult and they become cranky and you had to cancel your Italy trip for me but trust me had it not been all the postponing and preponing and complications ... I would have stayed back. Gauri blabbered.

"Relax Gauri ... I understand ... being a working woman isn't easy in fact being a woman is not easy ...

"I love you Om ...

"I know and with that you should know that it's our home, our family and our babies ... you or me ... alone or together can make decisions and stay back for whoever needs us. It does not make a difference. Omkara explained.

"I love you more. Gauri kissed thought the phone.

"Come back and I will let you love me more and more and more.

"Ufff...

"All the best for the show love. He wished and she had to disconnect the call.

"Happy anniversary wifey! Pinged Gauri's phone in another few seconds.

"Thank you everyone for joining me today on the event of my book launch. Omkara started as he stood in front of the mike. "Unlike my other works, be it art or poem, this is very special and personal to me. I was not in the mind to publish it for the world to read, but my publisher was keen that people should read it as this will make everyone believe that beautiful emotion like love is not a myth. So, here I am with what I would like to call my master piece. " He paused a moment to observe the audience that was filled with everyone he loves in the earth along with some media friends. "This book will be a surprise for even my family, because I didn't let anyone read it before release. I wanted it to be a surprise. So, I had to keep keen eyes on my daughters and brothers who were trying to sneak a peek. He chuckled. "So, this book is very special because this book is inspired by the love I have for my beautiful wife, Gauri Omkara Singh Oberoi. Omkara took a minute to observe his wife's expression that turned from surprise to shock to blush to smile. "Gauri, he said now directly looking at her. "I have told you many times how much I love you, but I don't think those words were ever enough to tell what I actually feel about you. This book even is just fraction of my feelings. I love you more than I can ever put in words, but this is just my simple attempt. "

"This is beautiful. Gauri said as she read the last page of the book.

They had returned late night yet Gauri wanted to complete the book. So, wrapped in his arms, lying on the bed, Gauri read her husband's words describing her with smiles and tears and smiles and memories.

"I love you so much. She declared looking at him.

"I love you. He said

Their lips met in slow kiss expressing their feelings.

"Happy Anniversary.

Me doing Happy Dance ! 🥳

Haapppyy ANNIVERSARY RiKara and RiKarians ! ❤️

RES for now... Padh toh lun mein pehle..😉 😆

Such A Beautiful Dream This Is... The Way It Starts, The First Anniversary, With Om Between Wanting To Love Her While Loving Her Simultaneously... Such A Beautiful Morning.. Such a

Beautiful Anniversary gift... a bath together to bring down the stress, that too on Gauri's demand... I love this RiKara sooo much ❤️ you girls are amazing 😳

when I say you are unbelievable, I mean it in every way... you girls balanced out the hate I had for daadi... She not only remembers RiKara but their anniversary as well and that too when she's unwell and then she's asking them to celebrate it the way they should... UNBELIEVABLE !! 😆

Gauri thinking of how good a father her husband will be while jatadhari is thinking of how his chirayya is gonna be the best mom... She's gonna be the most normal one and the most normal one in my opinion is the most unique... PapaKAra ka toh mein kya bolun... I am so thankful to you people for coming up with parentsRiKara and writing them sooo beautifully that I keep falling for them again and again... PapaKara ki deewani toh mein hun and I'll always be... He's luvv, he's just luvv... ❤️

There comes Shambhu and Maashi's back to life... aaawwwing all again... everything about her is shooo cute... I cant tell... her interactions with all those family members, everything just everything is sooo beautiful... and Shambhu plans Maa Paa's ANNISARY... AAAwww gurl AAWww

Shambhu gets to the finishing line despite falling and getting hurt... she does'nt give up... you had to prove the genes are there... she's truly wholly their's...👏

I literally had a heartbroken expression suddenly in the part where she starts crying, when they had a fight and he called her irresponsible...💔 again, the emotions were so beautifully portrayed, conveyed, transferred... I loved that one... It was so full of feelings...😳 ❤️

KAmpat and annisary and mood swings as Appu is on the way...😆... And HusbandKara and PapaKara... siiigghhh... its just tooo beautiful PooZzie... I'm so in love with this...❤️

PTA and the teachers and the flirtings and tit for tat... and its chirayya wishing HAppy Annisary this time... and they're still sooo in lovve...❤️ ❤️

It's gonna be ANNISARY all the time as Shambhu's maashi lubhsh her too much... ❤️

PapaKara and bachchash looking for an annisary gift and at last deciding on gifting the queen, their time... and amidst the snow in MAnali happens another happiest annisary... diabetes na hojaye mujhe... itni meethi goliyan...❤️ ❤️

And finally InLoveKara writes and publishes a book on his InLOveChirayya... and what better way to celebrate another annisary... Haaayyyeee... ❤️

their small journey as parents that you've shown is beyond beautiful... par excellence... undescribable...😳 👏 ❤️

I know I've missed on a lot but I can't describe how much I love this and how much satisfaction this has given me... I really love you gurls for all that lovely effort you've put in and placed each word where it should be and brought out this AMAZING piece of love, creativity, happiness, beauty etc... ❤️

And what make me more happy is that I was, in my own small way, able to be a part of this Awesomeness...❤️ ⭐️

lovveellyy edits @aarohi ❤️ 👍🏼

LOVE you PooZzie 🤗

stay inspired, stay smiling, keep writing and filling all our RiKara cravings in such wonderful ways...❤️

Thankoo for making RiKara a beaauuutiful memory, more than they already were..❤️

HAPPY ANNISARY AAALLL YA BEAAUTIFUL CHIRAIYYAS !! 🥳

The banner is amazing 😳

Meri Farri ka VM is ❤️ ❤️ ❤️

Rikara's 1st morning ☺️ I m pretty sure that Gauri was actually dreaming about her kara ☺️ Rikara kiss 🤪

My ri was so stressed coz of her boutique prep but my kara knows how to make her feel relaxed ☺️ plus he lightened the atmosphere by calling ri lady hulk 😆 kara is so cute 😃

My kara has become s Jabra ishqbaaz 😉 he won't be a good boy once he's back to his room with his darling wife 😉☺️

Their passionate kiss plus the love making session in Belgium 🤪 🤪

Kara massaging ri's ankles nd calves 😳 to be mumma is such a cutie pie 😳

Shambhu taking her 1st steps 😊

Shambhu nd papa r partners In crime 😆

The one with vows was

Rudy says anivarsry😆 he is so adorable 😆 shambhu wants everything to be perfect for mumma papa's anniversary be it the cake or card or the oil paints 😳

Shambhu baby was hurt yet she completed the race 😳 she is a strong baby 😳 she wanted to complete the race for her parents 😳

The flirting one was 😆

Shambhu wants to know abt her parent's story 😃 her parent's were always meant to be together, to be each other's better half 😳

Appu nd shambhu r adorbs 😳 unknowingly appu gave a wonderful idea to her daddy for her mumma's anniversary gift 😳

The last one was ❤️

This thread is perfect 😃😳

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