~42~
"Hello..."
"Hi... you..."
"Sorry, I came at this time. I just closed the academy. I wanted to talk to you. About Pooja."
"Come in."
Samar entered the dimly lit small apartment. The small room was cluttered with clothes and few toys.
"Sorry, I just put Pooja to sleep. I didn't expect anyone hence the mess."
"No issues... uh... about Pooja..."
"Yes..."
"She is very talented. I want her to participate in the upcoming junior girls tournament. She wants to do it too. She will be the youngest but I know she can win it."
"Thank You..."
"But for that.... she needs to practice meaning... she can't afford to miss classes."
"Uh..."
"She has been missing so many classes. When I asked her she said you couldn't drop her. Is there anyone else who can drop..."
"No... it's only us... and sometimes my work takes too much time."
"Her father?"
"He passed away when she was still inside my stomach... there is no one... but us... I am happy that you identified her talent and really want her to grow. But there are some things we cannot do. Thanks a lot for your concern. I will talk to her. Good bye."
"No wait... I will do it..."
"Huh?"
"I will pick her up after school and drop her here... will you let her join the competition then?"
"But... why...?"
"Because she is talented and I know how difficult it would be for her to not take part."
"But... won't it be difficult for you..."
"I can manage. Will you let her for the competition?"
"Thank You... uh... sorry I can't recollect your name."
"It's Samar... Samar Anupama Shah."
"Thank You, Mr. Shah..."
"Please don't..."
"Sorry..."
"I am Samar... not Mr. Shah... I will see her tomorrow. Goodbye... uh...Pooja's Ma."
After he left she stood by the door looking at nothing in particular. It has been so long since someone had cared for them or been kind. Softly she whispered
"And I am Kalpana... not Pooja's Ma.."
***
She walked into his room with steaming cups of milk in her hand. Just as she had expected, she saw him leaning over the balcony railing looking at the stars. She walked towards him. Sensing her presence he asked not turning around.
"I thought you had slept..."
"I knew you were awake..."
She stood beside him and gave him his cup. He gladly took it from her.
"Everything will be alright... as long as we are together..."
"I know... but.... having seen all kinds of people in the world, I am scared for Aarav..."
She nodded.
"We will be there for him..."
"Anu... I am worried about Mukku too... she looks scared... as scared as Aarav... but..."
"She is a brave girl, Anuj... she will be alright, we will be alright... trust me... come what may... I will be by you... we will face it together... I promise..."
"Thank you, Anu... thank you..."
They stood in silence drinking their tea. Once done, she put away their cups and looped her hand in his arms and rubbed her cheek against his muscles. He smiled.
"You know you should wear half hand tees more often..."
"Aha.... As you wish, Mohatarma... would you prefer vests more? They are sleeveless, you know..."
She bit her tongue at his teasing tone and said
"Oh I would prefer nothing at all... but you know... one can only wish as much... rest is left to dreams and fantasies..."
"Oh... no no no... you can wish as much as you want... and I would really love to hear your dreams and fantasies..."
She gave a short laugh to stop her heart from racing at the mention of her fantasies. If he had even an inkling of those... she knew he would tease her for life.
"Ok stop... I need to sleep..."
"Of course you do... how else would you dream..."
She hit him playfully and turned to leave when he pulled her towards him. His face inches away from her, his hands wrapped round her waist, he said
"Mohatarma... would you like to live one of my fantasies now?"
Without a second of hesitation, she felt herself nod and lean closer to him. In his presence the ever sensible, always in control Anu always lost... she was just his... his Anu... as he dearly called her. She shut her eyes anticipating his move. He trailed his fingers slowly from her face to her neck moving lower and lower until they reached the edge of her saree pallu. He gently lowered it and felt her breath hitch. Bending down he placed a soft kiss exactly where her thin chain and it's locket ended. She shivered in pleasure as his lips touched her. Her lips slightly parted, she clutched his hair tight and pulled him up. Her voice unsteady, she moaned
"Anujjjj...."
"I know.... I know...."
She opened her eyes and looked into his. The desire and passion in them reflected hers. The only emotion in her eyes contrast to his was... fear. He gave her a soft smile and pecked her cheeks.
"I love you so much... and I promise you, whenever you are ready... we will live our fantasies together."
She hid her face in his chest, feeling safe and loved as he wrapped his arms around her holding her tight in his embrace.
***
Precap: "I missed you..."
A/N: The day ends here. Next update is on Monday. The story will take a short leap of two weeks from the next update. Since 42 chapters are complete, do let me know your favorite people apart from MaAn... I know everyone like MaAn here so... who are the side characters who impressed you the most? Also if possible do let me know how and what you are enjoying in the story till now... it would be highly encouraging. Thanks🙂
PS: Sorry for the unexpected dump people. I really am tied up over the weekend won't be able to update. Hope you understand 🤗Do read when you get time and let me know how it is😊
Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2
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