||Junooniyat hai yehi ||MehRya FF Final Chapter Pg 109 06/May/19 - Page 61

Chapter 12

"I miss my Shaurie", Mehek's words resonated in Shaurya's mind. He got mad and threw the nearby object he managed to grab. She was startled by its shattering noise. "You know, Mehek you have become a selfish woman", he accused her, "All you want is to have a man child whom you could control forever. You enjoyed the power you had over him. Let me enlighten you, it is not love. It's a kind of obsession". Mehek was aghast but before she could react he went on, "Yet you were unhappy coz he couldn't satisfy your physical wants. Why didn't you refrain when I made advances? You were so blind with lust that you couldn't spot the I am not him". Mehek was unable to defend herself and he went on, "You still thought I was Shaurie, didn't you? Didn't your conscience prick while you got physical with a man who was not in his right mind. Today even I could accuse of taking advantage of me". "How dare you?", she shouted back. "Oh, yeah. I do dare, Mrs Khanna. When I saw you today morning, I was aghast and I was ready to leave you alone but you repeatedly brought yourself closer to me. You were so desperate to sleep with your retarded husband and sate your desires", he blamed her. Mehek became furious. She raised her hand to slap but he caught her wrist midway and locked it behind her.

Mehek fisted her free hand on his chest and wept. Soon he grabbed it also and brought it behind her. He pushed her to nearby wall and trapped her with his frame. She sobbed loudly finding herself helpless, "How could you say it? I dedicated every minute of past three years for you and loved your dearly. Yet you tarnish me as a wh*re. I love you so much but you break me mercilessly". He kept his forehead against hers as she became a weeping mess. "I am sorry, Mehek", he apologized, "I was hurt and just wanted to hurt you back. I didn't mean it. Please forgive me", he pecked her forehead ," Now do you understand my pain when you accuse me?". He freed her hands. Still Mehek remained there, taking in the comfort he offered. Her weeping subsided to snivels. "I love you, Mehek. Please give us a chance", he whispered while his lips remained timidly near her. He yearned to caressed her lips but was afraid to offend her. Yet in time, he yielded and pecked her lips. She was not quick to respond but she didn't resist. Soon she caved to her desire when his lips remained persistent over hers. Mehek looped her arms around his neck and clung to him. They sought and gave comfort while their tongues touched. His hands left her waist and moved further boldly. He rubbed her derriere sensuously while she moaned in his mouth.

"Son, these are the files...", Harish was aghast when he walked in abruptly and witnessing their romantic tryst. Mehek and Shaurya were startled by the elderly man's intrusion and broke apart. Shaurya was quick to hide Mehek behind himself to protect her modesty. Harish swore and looked away but still acted to be angry. He admonished them loudly, "Have some shame, kids. Even if you are married, this is your office not bedroom". "I am sorry, Daddyji", Mehek apologized and ran out of the cabin. Shaurya was stupefied and remained still. "Do you want to pursue her, Son? I won't mind. Infact I will be happy if two spend some time together but avoid public displays", he made fun of his son. Shaurya wasn't amused and showed his displeasure. "I better get back to work. I have a lot to catch up", he sat behind his desk and took a file. "Shaurya", he turned to his father's voice, "Mehek is a gem. I hope you understand her worth and cherish her", Harish told him. Shaurya looked away to avoid his father. If at all his father knew about what Mehek had done three years back, he would have killed her with his bare hands. But Shaurya didn't reveal it to Harish. For Shaurya, Mehek belonged to him, to cherish and to punish. "Ofcourse Dad. We just need some time to settle down", he appeased his father. "I know, Son", he patted his shoulder and walked to the door but turned, "And next time, please lock the door". Shaurya turned crimson by her his father's wicked suggestion.

"Karunaji, you won't believe it", Harish laughed while talking to her over phone. In quick words, he explained incident he had witnessed in Shaurya's cabin. Karuna rebuked him for disturbing them but couldn't suppress her laughter. "I feel it's time we start to search good names for our grandchildren", Harish was wishful. "Don't rush them, Harishji. As Shaurya said , they need time", Karuna advised him. "I wish they could spend more time with each other. But I am not comfortable to send them away", he told her. They both recalled the tragedy their children faced three years back. "I have an idea", Karuan told him gleefully.

Shaurya purposefully stayed late in office. It helped him to catch up work he had missed but his main aim was to avoid Mehek. He was skeptical whether she will create a scene at home and fall victim to her own anger. When he reached home, it was past midnight and Mehek was fast asleep. He gazed at her lovingly but refrained from going near her. He took his pillow and moved to couch and stretched himself. As he started to snore softly, Mehek who was pretending to sleep, gazed at his direction. She was relieved by his decision to sleep apart. Realizing that he is sleeping without comforter or blanket, she adjusted temperature of the air conditioner.

Next morning when she woke up, Shaurya was already gone. Mehek went on with her routine and decided to leave for office. When she came down, she found that Karuna Ma and Daddyji were all set for a journey. "Daddyji, what happened? Why such a haste trip?", she was anxious. "Karunaji wants to visit many temples to give offering and thank for Shaurya's quick recovery. Well, I thought it will be better if I accompany her", Harish replied. "Then let me also join", Mehek proposed. "But Mehek if you too leave then Shaurya will be alone. Although he recovered, doctor said he still needs proper care", Karuna pitched in. "What did the doctor say? Is something wrong with Shaurie's condition?", Mehek was quickly concerned. "Don't fret, Beta. Nothing to worry. It's just that he need care till he balance himself", Harish consoled her. For a minute, Mehek was anxious but later she chided for worrying about a man, she hated the most. "We are taking Awara with us. The other staffs will leave by evening and as usual join by morning. Since it's just two of you, I believe you can handle during the night without help", Karuna suggested, discreetly implying about their well-deserved couple's time. "Does Shaurya know about this?", Mehek became suspicious. "He knew about Karunaji's trip. Since I decided abruptly, he doesn't know yet about mine. I will inform him", Harish calmed her nerves.

Mehek flipped through television channels while Shaurya remained glued to his laptop. They were seated on farthest ends of the sofa. He understood she was not pleased with his presence and chose to leave her in peace. When he realised she was alone at home, he couldn't make his mind to stay back in office. He tried to indulge in work, giving her ample space. Mehek stole glances in between to ensure he was not noticing her. She felt a bit disappointed when he remained faithful to his work. As she changed channels, a comedy show came up on screen. A slight smile crept on her face. It was their favourite show, hers and Shaurie's. In reflex, she turned to him but came back to herself when she realised it was Shaurya who was beside her. She felt dejected and took the remote to change it. "If you don't mind, can we watch it?", his voice surprised her. She gave a slight nod and looked at the screen but she was far from watching it. She noticed that he has already closed his laptop and enjoying the show. She could find flashes of her Shaurie in him but she grounded the thought. 'He is not my Shaurie', she scolded herself and tried to focus on the show. Suddenly the power went off, plunging the entire mansion in darkness.

Mehek rushed to his side and covered her arms around his shoulders. "Don't worry, Shaurie. I am here. Lights will be back soon", she consoled while he drew a sharp breath. When power came back in few minutes, Mehel realised her folly and withdrew. She stammered, "I...It...Shaurie was afraid of darkness so I used to...It became kind of a habit". She sat being perplexed when he spoke, "Thanks. Even I am not comfortable in darkness". "Really?", she was surprised. He nodded, "although over the years, I managed to rein my fear and act brave, it still lingers". Mehek sat silently. Shaurya was happy that she didn't mov away to the farther end but remained beside him. "Me and him...we are more similar than you fathom". Mehek glared at him furiously and walked away. Though she didn't speak loudly, he could hear her murmur, "You can never be him".

Next day, Mehek and Shaurya went to office together but they barely spoke. Once she reached her cabin, Mehek was unable to focus and work. She was desperate to vent out her feelings. Noor, her confidante was her best choice. But unfortunately Noor was going through final stages of her difficult pregnancy and she didn't want to burden her friend. While she sat contemplating her next move, she got a call from Nehal. Mehek picked up her call annoyingly. Over years, Nehal had become a spoil brat. She called Mehek either when she needed something or get out of trouble. "What is it this time, Nehal?", Mehek was irritated. "Why are you do rude, Di? I just called to invite you for Sandeep's party. He bagged a nice job abroad. I bet he is going to propose me tonight. I want you to be with me at that time", Nehal whined. Mehek rolled her eyes. Sandeep is a decent guy and Nehal will be lucky if he proposes her, of which Mehek remain skeptical. Nehal just preferred her presence just to show off her friends and Sandeep. Yet Mehek needed a change of scene. May be attending one of Nehal's crazy nightouts was not a bad idea. "Fine. Send me the address", she told Nehal. "Don't fret about finding the venue. Sandeep will pick you from Khanna mansion", before Mehek could protest Nehal had cut the call.