Prem knew he had crossed all barriers of the curfew. She must be waiting for over 2 hours. He cursed his work for being in his way. He had promised her that he would meet her today for a cup of coffee at Green Caf. But the urgent meeting had caught him up and now this pathetic traffic was making him want scream on top of his lungs. All this was plain old torture for the 22 year old Prem Juneja, who had just joined his dad in business. But he was regretting this decision. From the day he joined the business, the work has somehow become a barrier between him and his best friend. His best friend, Heer Mann, was the girl who he was madly in love with. But as much as he respected his love for her, he didn't want his friendship to be affected in any way or form by confessing his feelings.
Prem and Heer had always been friend even before they were born. Their parents were best friends and so they HAD to become best friends. And their friendship was bonded by the most beautiful and natural force in nature. Rain.
Prem and Heer had their first fake- fight in the rain. Prem and Heer became the closest of friends in the rain. Their trust in each other built up in the rain. They cried together in the rain. Rain was the symbol of their love in the rain.
But he never had the courage to tell her how much he loved her. It was true love but he was scared to have his true friendship be affected by his confession.
After curing the stupid traffic for half an hour continuously, the road finally cleared. He increased his speed and headed to Green Caf.
He quickly parked his car in the parking lot and hustled inside. On his way he was practicing on how to pacify her. For the one thing, he knew that she detested people who were late. And Prem was way beyond late. Fixing his freshly cut hair and his black blazers, he went to the extreme back where there was an outdoor table. Prem always got this table reserved for the both of them. The able gave them the best view of the beautiful ocean behind the restaurant, something that Heer loved.
As he approached the table, he spotted a delicate, slender figure standing with her back facing him. The minutes he spotted her, a huge smirk found its way on his lips.
Seeing her soft skin draped in a simple, but elegant baby pink colored churidar, he felt his heart skip a beat. The fresh ocean breeze was gently blowing her long, silky hair. She had her arms crossed across her chest and she seemed to be in some deep thought.
Prem slowly approached her and silently stood behind her. Placing a delicate, red rose in front of her he came closer to her ear and softly whispered.
"Sorry"
She pushed my hand aside and started to walk out. I followed her out of the restaurant trying to think of ways to make her understand. He knew that she can't be mad at him for a long time. He hadn't seen her for the last few days and this was the longest they had ever been separated without seeing each other. But Prem was doing his best in handling the company and Heer was busy in her hospital. Heer, at this age of 21, was a hard-working doctor doing her practice. Since they were born, they both were always together no matter what. Prem told her everything and Heer told Prem everything. Well, almost everything besides the fact that she was madly in love with him. But she kept it in her heart. She didn't want their relationship to take an awkward turn. For her Friendship meant everything.
But today, they had planned to meet up at 5:30. But, as always, Mr. Juneja had to turn up late. Not 1 but 2 whole hours late. What does he think, she will wait here and then when he turns up, they would have their coffee at 7:30. Heck NO!
He should have at least called. But no, why would he ever think about that.
She walked out of the restaurant and headed to get a taxi but stopped when he got a grip on her hand.
Just one touch of him made all her anger melt like chocolate. But he dared not look at him. If she did, then she knew that her anger will instantly fly away just by looking into his eyes. She just hated the effect he had on her.
She tried hard to get out of his grip, but he wouldn't budge. She decided that it was no use. He would win over her anytime. She turned around to look at him. He looked handsome in blue jeans, black polo shirt, and a black blazer on. His clean, shaved face and his caramel colored eyes made her want to just stare at him.
"No Heer'you're supposed to be angry at him" Heer reminded herself. She put on her angry expression and glared at him.
After so many days, he was able to see her sweet, innocent face. The second he saw her, a smile formed on his face. Looking at her lotus shaped eyes; he didn't know how to describe her beauty. She was so simple, never having make-up on or never wearing skimpy clothes, but she still managed to take his heart away. He loved this quality about her. But what he loved the most about her was her heart.
As he noticed the angry glare being shot at him, he decided to try his "always-working" trick on her and the trick was to make her realize how much he cared for her.
"I know you're angry. But you know how mush work there is in office." Prem started. Heer folded her arms across her chest and was ready to hear the weirdest excuse in the history of weirdest excuses.
"I just joined and already Bauji has given me so much to do. And me being the best son ever, I do what he tells me. So you see, to please my dad I end up having you upset. All because of him!" Prem said in a frustrated tone. The whole time he hadn't looked into her eyes. He knew that she would catch him lying in a second. As he took a peak at her, he knew she didn't fall for it this time. Not because he was lying, but because he said something against his dad. He saw her eyebrows raised and her glare told him that it wasn't working.
"Ok fine. I am really sorry. I got help in work. And then the stupid traffic. I swear I tried my best to get here. I promise this won't happen again. Please ab maaf kardo naa." Prem gave in. He held his ears and his eyes pleaded to her to forgive him.
Seeing his adorable face, she had to give in. She just couldn't stop the smile from coming onto her face. She slowly takes his hands away from his ears. Seeing the sad expression on his face, she came closer to him and whispered to him.
"Maaf kiya." Hearing that from her, his smile came back he pulled her into a hug.
"I missed you." He whispered into her ears. He loved the satisfying feeling he got when she was close to him.
"I miss you too." She whispered back. She felt complete whenever he was close to her. Without him, she didn't know how she would survive. Her life totally depended on Meher, Prem's family, and Prem after the death of her parents.
As they pulled apart, they both looked up and noticed the cloudy dark sky. The very next second, they felt the tickling drizzle fall down like precious petal from the sky. Prem and Heer stood still and enjoyed the feeling they got from the tiny, cold drops of water. Prem's hand found hers and they both held each other's hands. After a while, the rain started to pour harder.
He knew how much Heer loved the rain. But their last incident in the rain flashed into his mind and he pulled her into a shaded corner, in the parking lot of the restaurant. A confused Heer was about to ask him why he took her in the shade when Prem himself answered it.
"Remember how sick you got last time in the rain. Your temperature reached 101 degrees. I can't see you like that." Prem gently caressed her cold cheeks. His eyes expressed his worry. But this time, she noticed something else in his eyes.
"Why?" She asked him softly. A confused look came on his face.
"Why what?" he asked her. He noticed that he maybe giving away the feeling he had buried since forever. He took his hand off her cheek and looked at her for the answer.
"Why can't you see me like that?" she asked him in a soft whisper. She didn't know why she asked him that but she wanted to know.
A little surprised by her sudden question, he tried to hide his actual feelings.
"Because you are my best friend." Prem answered with a grin. "And I really care about you."
But this time, she wanted him to tell her. She had just seen something like LOVE in his eyes for her. And she knew that she could never be wrong about what his eyes said. That's why he kept hem lowered when he answered back.
"That's it." She asked him. Prem eyes shot back at her eyes. One day or another, she would find out that he loved her. But he also knew that she couldn't break their friendship. But is this the right time to tell her. How would she react? What will she say? Hopefully she wouldn't feel awkward. But it was high time, if he didn't tell her today, then he wouldn't be true in his friendship. They both had always promised to tell each other about everything. And this fact, he would also tell her.
He gently brought her closer to himself while holding onto her shoulder. She had a curious expression on her face. She was searching his eyes to see what she was about to say. But she was calm and she wanted him to be calm as well. She knew he had to tell her something important.
"Heer, I have always hid something from you." Prem started off.
"But whatever I say, I don't want it to affect our friendship." Heer had a sudden fear take over her. Why would it affect their friendship?
"You're scaring me." Heer said softly. Prem took a deep breath and decided to confess. He held her beautiful face in his hands and gave it a shot.
"Heer," he paused for a second and then let the magical words out.
"I love you." He said.
"I really love you. I don't know when, where, why. I don't even know how. But I know that I love you. I always wanted to tell you this. But I was scared. I didn't want to lose my best friend. I guess I was being selfish. And I know you're feeling awkward but please don't. I will still be your best friend. And I promise I will never force you into feeling the same. We were, are, and will always be best friends. I-" He stopped instantly when he saw tears in her eyes.
"Oh god, I made her cry!" Prem mentally kicked himself.
He saw those beautiful eyes being filled with precious tears. A pang of guilt hit his heart.
"I am sorry. I didn't mean to hurt you. Please listen. I-" He stopped when she gently pushed him away.
"Stupid, Idiot, Jerk!" Heer called him through her tears.
"Kab se mai yeh sunna chati thi aur aaj mujhe keh rahe ho. Pata hai mai kitna pyaar karti hu tuhme. Pehle nahi keh sakte the. Mujhe itne saalo tak dosti ka natak toh nahi karma padta." She yelled at him.
"I am really sorry. I didn't'..wait WHAT?" Whatever she just said finally hit him.
"YOU WHAT?" He came closer to her and asked. Heer smiled at him and she saw his shocked face.
"I love you stupid. Always did. Still do. And always will." She confessed to him.
Not able to stop himself, he hugged his life as if to never let go.
"I love you Heer." He said as he tightly hugged her.
"I love you too." Heer whispered back.
After parting, Prem gently kissed her tears away. Heer let him take over her heart. He closed the gap between them and sealed the moment with a soft, passionate kiss.
The rain had been the witness of the two hearts becoming one forever!
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Hey Guys! I posted this suprise one shot because I really loved this weather today. The sensational rain and the calm wind made me write this Suprise Oneshot. Please comment on how it was. I hope that you enjoyed it. I was supposed to do a project today but I wrote this. Now I will have to get back and finish my project. Wish me good luck and do leave all your comments. Love Ya!
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