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Part 18
Next morning when Gopi woke up she realized she was not lying in Ahem's arms, she looked to his side of the bed and realized he must have gotten hot during the night because his t-shirt was off. She smiled as her gaze moved over his face then dropped down to his naked chest. The first thing her eyes sought was the tattoo on the left side of his chest. She moved closer to him and traced the outline of the tattoo with her index finger.
She rose up on her elbow and once again gazed at his handsome face. Her heart gave loud thump then increased in speed of its rhythm as the anticipation of coming night made her blood rush through her veins. She wondered if she will be able to pull off her surprise or the anxiety will make her back out at last minute and wait for him to take the lead into their intimate moment.
God knows she loves Ahem more than her life and trusts him completely, no questions asked, but she still can't let go of the anxiety of him seeing her scars for the first time.
Ahem watched the fleeting expressions on Gopi's face as she gazed at him. She was looking at him but her mind was million miles away. His heart clenched when he saw the uncertainty on her face and knew exactly what she was thinking about.
He was well aware of her fear of exposing herself completely in front of him. He also knew that words alone would not diminish her fear. He knows that she trusts him completely so it will be up to him to take the matters into his own hands when the time is right.
"You are overthinking it too much." He whispered softly.
Gopi snapped out of her trance when she heard Ahem's husky voice. She met his eyes and her eyes softened with love when she saw him watching her intently. Gopi leaned down and kissed his lips softly. "Good morning Ahem."
Ahem tightened his arms around her and flipped her on her back. "Good morning sweetheart." Then he bent and kissed the corner of her lip, he then took her upper lip between his lips and pulled gently. Gopi opened her mouth and he immediately deepened the kiss.
All thoughts immediately flew out of Gopi's mind. She clenched her hands on Ahem's bare back then ran her hand up and down his back. After few moments he pulled back and buried his face in Gopi's neck.
His whole body was trembling from unfulfilled desire. He took several deep breaths to control his galloping heart. He then lifted up and looked down at Gopi. "Are you okay?"
Gopi smiled up at him as she entwined her arms around his neck and brought him closer to her. "Shouldn't I be asking you that?"
Ahem groaned and touched his forehead to hers. "Woman, can't you ever just answer my question?"
Gopi pushed him back and sat up. "Okay I will, I am fine; now will you tell me where we are going?"
Ahem looked at her lovingly and cupped her face with his one hand. "Does it matter?"
They both stared at each other, knowing it did not matter where they were as long as they were together. Gopi slowly shook her head. "No it does not matter." Gopi looked away from him. She twisted the sheets in her hands. "Ahem…"
Ahem stopped her by placing his finger on her lips. "Shh….not now Gopi; let it be and relax. I told you, stop overthinking it. Would it matter to you if I were the one with scars on my body?"
Gopi immediately shook her head no, and then hugged Ahem. "I am being stupid about it aren't I?"
Ahem wrapped her in his arms. "No you are not, just a natural reaction." He pulled back. "Now can we get ready so we can be on our way?"
It was hours before Gopi and Ahem were able to escape from the family. When Gopi came down Hetal and Koki sat her down to talk to her about her mother.
Gopi had reassured them both that she was fine. She had told her Hetal kaki not to feel bad about her cousin, that she understood their reason for not acknowledging her and it didn't matter because now she had all she needed. She had told both Heal and Koki that with them two as her mothers now, she would never regret not having a mother. Hetal and Koki had been touched and hugged Gopi with tears in their eyes.
Then Jigar had pulled her aside that had surprised Gopi the most. As she relaxed back in the seat she thought back to the conversation she had with Jigar.
Gopi had just finished making the tea when Jigar came into the kitchen. "Gopi can I talk to you for a moment?"
Gopi looked at him in surprise then frowned, wondered what he wanted to talk to her about. She thought maybe he needed to know something about Rashi so she shrugged her shoulders and took out another cup for him. After taking the tray with her she joined him at the table.
Once they were settled Gopi gave Jigar an inquiring look. "So what did you want to talk to me about? Is it about Rashi?
Jigar wasn't surprised to learn that Gopi thought he wanted to talk to her about Rashi. He played with his teacup, unable to meet her eyes, but he finally looked up at her. "No, it's not about Rashi. I just realized how hard I was on you and how rude too. I am sorry for not trusting you and trying to hurt you when you were already hurt so much by all the things in your life. I wouldn't be surprised to learn that you hate me."
Gopi was astonished to learn that Jigar was still feeling guilty. She knew it was all an act and underneath all that hotheadedness he was very soft and caring person. "Okay who are you and what have you done to real Jigar Modi?" She teased him to lighten the moment.
When she didn't see him laugh as she expected him to Gopi also became serious. She reached across the table and put her hand on his arm. "Jigar, do you know you and I are related? Not close relatives but we are still related, and we are now a family. And the most important thing is that you are Ahem's younger brother. I could never hate you for caring for him and your family. In fact I admire you for not trusting so easily and looking out for your family's best interests. Don't ever change because it is needed in today's world."
Jigar felt lighthearted hearing her words and smiled at her. "Thank you so much, and yes I know you and I are related so now I have to make sure that no harm ever comes to you in the future. If something happens to you, I will have to answer to Rashi, bhai and myself too.
Gopi smiled but her eyes were filled with unshed tears. Just then Ahem came in looking for Gopi and frowned when he saw the tears in her eyes.
"Gopi? What's wrong, why are you crying?" He rushed to her and kneeled in front of her.
Gopi laughed when she saw Jigar's worried face. "Ahem nothing is wrong, I am fine. I am just so happy today. Today I have gotten everything I could have ever asked for, a family who loves me unconditionally." She said as she glanced at Jigar then back at Ahem.
Ahem glanced at Gopi and noticed her smile as she relaxed back into the seat. He reached over and took her hand in his. He entwined their fingers together and brought her hand to his mouth to kiss it lightly. "Happy?"
Gopi leaned across the console and placed her head on Ahem's arm. "Yes I am very happy. I never dreamed that I would ever see you again or that our dream of being together would ever be true Ahem."
Ahem squeezed her hand gently. "The first time I saw you I knew you were meant to be mine and then when I saw you again my belief in destiny became stronger. I knew that no matter what happened this time I would make you mine because you and I are meant to be together and no one can fight destiny."
Two hours later Ahem pulled up in front of the small private beach house. He glanced over to see that Gopi was still sleeping. He reached over and gently moved her hair from her face. He got out of the car and opened the front door of the house, then went back down to the passenger side of the car. He opened the door quietly then lifted Gopi from the car and carried her into the house.
The small house was very well maintained; it only had one floor. Ahem carried Gopi to the master bedroom in the back that had a patio. It had the perfect view of the beach. He laid Gopi in bed and then opened the patio doors so fresh air could come in the room. He went back out to the car to bring in their things.
For the next half hour Ahem spent the time putting things away and making sure that the caretaker had followed his instruction to stock the kitchen well, and to make sure to get anything they needed. Once he finished with the task he went back to the room to wake Gopi. He was glad she was resting since past few days had been very busy and then once they go back she will be busy again helping with the wedding preparations. His mom had immediately approved the idea of taking Gopi away for few days.
He smiled when he saw that she had kicked the covers off of her and was lying on her stomach. He bent and kissed her shoulder softly, then moved her hair away to kiss her neck.
Gopi felt Ahem kiss her neck and smiled, still not awake all the way. She groaned when he gave her another open-mouthed kiss on her neck then blew on it gently. She turned on her back and opened her eyes. She sat up when she realized she was lying in bed and looked around before turning back to Ahem, who was watching her with amusement.
"Why didn't you wake me when we arrived here?"
Ahem cupped her face and kissed her on the forehead. "You looked like you needed the rest so I didn't wake you. Now hurry up and go freshen up so we can go walk on the beach."
Gopi's eyes widened in surprise then she threw herself in his arms in excitement. "We are at the beach? Wow, thank you so much."
Ahem tightened his arms around her. "You are welcome; I knew you wouldn't want to go anywhere else. Besides if I had waited we would have had to wait until spring time."
Gopi pulled back and jumped out of bed. "Okay, let me go wash my face and put on my sandals and I will be ready for that walk."
Ahem smiled at her excitement and was glad he decided to keep it simple and bring her to the beach. He remembered from past that she had enjoyed the beach so much even though she did not like to swim.
By the time Gopi joined him in the kitchen he had a juice bottle and energy bar ready for her. Her white linen pants and a royal blue tank top she changed into enchanted him. She had put her hair up in a ponytail making her look more like a 20 year old rather than 24.
Gopi raised an eyebrow when he handed her the juice and the energy bar. "Just how far are we planning to walk?"
Ahem put his arm around her shoulder and led her out the back door. There was also small patio attached to the back; they went down the steps and straight on to the beach. "We are just going to stroll around; the snack is just because you haven't eaten anything since lunch earlier."
Gopi stopped and gave into the urge to kiss him on the cheek. "You are so sweet, thanks."
Gopi ate her snack as they walked leisurely; once she finished Ahem took the trash from her and threw it in one of the trashcans they passed. He took her hand in his and they walked along the beach in silence. They turned back after a while by mutual consent and once they came to their place they sat on the beach watching the waves clashing with one another.
Ahem looked over at Gopi and put his arm around her shoulder to bring her closer. "Gopi, why do you like the beach so much? As far as I know you don't ever go in the water."
Gopi placed her head on his shoulder and looked out at the water as far as she could see. "I didn't know I liked it until that first visit to Florida. All I know is that when I looked out at the water I felt peace and tranquility come over me and I wanted to stay there forever."
Ahem rubbed her arm soothingly. He knew why she had felt like that; it was because of the confusion of why her parents were the way they were. He glanced at the house behind them and thought now she will always have a place to come to when life gets too confusing or out of control.
Gopi pulled back from Ahem. "We should go inside; let's see what I can do about dinner."
Ahem stood up and took her hand to help her stand. "We have plenty of choices; fridge, freezer and the pantry are all well stocked."
Gopi went into the kitchen to look and realized he was right; they had everything they would need for next few days. Then she realized what it really meant and her heart started racing. They wouldn't have to leave the house for anything; she didn't know if she was nervous or relieved at the thought of not leaving the house for next few days.
She finally turned towards Ahem, who was standing behind her, leaning against the counter with his arms across his chest, just watching her. "So what do you want?" Gopi immediately realized her folly when she saw Ahem's eyes flare up. "I mean for dinner, what would you like?" She realized that only made them both more aware of each other.
Ahem uncrossed his arms. "We can always go out if you want; we don't have to stay here." He said to make things easier for her.
Gopi walked towards him and stopped in front of him. She looked him straight in the eyes so that he has no doubt about her decision. "I don't want to go out; I want to stay here, just you and me, like we planned."
Ahem released the breath he had been holding after offering to go out. He had hoped she would prefer to stay in, but she went one step further to let him know that she is ready to take that last step.
Ahem put his hands at her waist to pull her closer to him and bent to give her a quick kiss. "In that case, anything you feel like making is good with me." He let her go reluctantly to decide on dinner.
Awareness between them increased as they prepared dinner together. Just accidental touch of hands or eye lock sent a zing of electricity to shoot between them, and everything else seized to exist except for the undeniable passion between them.
After some very smooth maneuvering they had the dinner on the table. They ate silently, neither wanting to break the magic of each moment of anticipation. Gopi was relieved when Ahem left to let her finish up with the cleaning. Once she had everything put away she walked towards the bedroom.
Ahem walked out of the bathroom, rubbing his wet hair with a towel just as Gopi walked in the room. He gave her a reassuring smile as he walked towards her. "I am going to lock up while you get ready for bed."
Gopi waited until he was out the room before rushing to her bag to pull out what she needed. She felt her heart race as she walked into the bathroom to get ready. She was ready to show him just how much she loves him.
Ahem lingered in the living room few extra minutes to give Gopi the time she needed. He walked into the room and dimmed all the lights. He wanted her to be as comfortable as possible so that she doesn't get anxious when she has to reveal her body to him. He went to the patio doors and opened them and felt the cool, salty air from the beach. He closed his eyes and waited for Gopi to come out of the bathroom.
Gopi rubbed the Jasmine and Vanilla lotion all over her body and imagined Ahem's reaction when he saw her in the nightgown she had purchased when shopping with the girls. She wanted this night to be very special for both of them hence the use of special shower gel and lotion. Ria had purchased the Jasmine and Vanilla shower gel and lotion when she read that it enhanced sensuality.
Gopi pulled the green silk nightgown over her head and sighed when the silky fabric slid down her body smoothly all the way down to her ankles. She turned towards the mirror and smoothed the fabric down with her hands then looked at herself critically. The gown looked sexy without being too revealing and she hoped that Ahem approved of her choice. She brushed her hair one more time before turning towards the door to step into the bedroom.
Gopi stepped into the room quietly and was not surprised to see that Ahem had dimed the lights to cast the room in the shadows. She realized he did this for her comfort only and loved him even more at that moment.
Ahem had not realized she was standing behind him so she took the moment to study him. Her pulse rate kicked up as she gazed at the profile of his handsome face and body. She licked her dry lips as her eyes traced his body in the tight fitting t-shirt and pajama bottoms. She wanted to be held by him with nothing between them and she did not want to waste anymore time dwelling on her own anxiety.
Before she could say anything Ahem turned towards her and froze in place when he saw her standing there in the green silk nightgown. He had no expected her to dress in anything different then her usual sleeping attire and what she is wearing now rendered him speechless.
Gopi averted her eyes, knowing the heat spiraling through her chest mingled with anxiety and fear would be revealed in her stare.
Nothing could have kept Ahem from her after seeing her want and the anxiety she tried to hide from him. He couldn't resist touching her any more; desire twisted his gut. Anticipation hammered at his chest. The fire in her eyes drew him like a beacon and his fingers itched to tangle in her midnight black hair, to feel the silk wrap around his hands.
Ahem cupped her face with one hand and made her look up at him, he stared into the dark depths. "God, you're beautiful." When she would have spoken he placed his thumb on her pouty lips. "To me you are beautiful, when will you learn to believe me."
Gopi took his hand in hers and kissed his palm. "With you I always feel beautiful; I was just going to thank you, not deny it."
Ahem bent and kissed Gopi softly. At the first touch of his lips to hers, Gopi could have cried out, the most anticipated moment since she fell in love with Ahem was finally here and the joy she felt at this moment was indescribable. She felt a shiver go down her spine and she shuddered at the thought of what was about to happen.
"You are shaking, sweetheart," he whispered softly, rubbing his mouth over hers. "What's wrong?"
Gopi shook her head in denial. "Anticipation of what is to come but not in a bad way."
Ahem gazed down at her intently then bent and kissed her again. He wrapped his one arm around her to pull her closer to him so she could feel just how much he desired her.
Tunneling his fingers in her hair, Ahem tilted his head and sank his tongue into her mouth. His tongue stroked hers, entwining and tangling. Mimicking his hold, Gopi cradled his head between her palms, holding him steady as she revealed to him through her kiss all the love she harbored in her heart.
Ahem left her mouth to trail kisses down her throat to her shoulder. When he encountered the thin silky strap of her gown, he reached up and slowly pulled it halfway down her arm, he repeated the action with the strap on the other side then stepped back to admire the pale, soft skin he exposed. He couldn't resist bending his knees and licking the area between her cleavage; he inhaled her sweet scent and continued to kiss her each area he exposed as he pulled the gown further down her body.
Gopi felt her legs give out as she felt Ahem create magic with his hands and lips. She tightened her arms around him to keep from falling at his feet.
Ahem lifted Gopi in his arms and carried her towards the bed. He placed her in the middle of the bed gently and just gazed at her for a moment. He took several deep breaths to slow down his racing heart.
Gopi realized she wanted to actively participate instead of letting Ahem take the rein of their consummation. She sat up on her knees and lightly kissed his lips first then trailed kisses down his throat as she reached for the hem of his t-shirt to pull it of off him.
Ahem was surprised at first but delighted that Gopi took the initiative and reached out to him. He helped her pull his t-shirt over his head and bent to capture her lips as he threw the shirt behind him.
Gopi immediately placed her hand on his chest and trailed them down his flat abdomen then to the waistband of his pants.
Ahem wrapped his right arm around Gopi to hold her close to him as his left hand trailed down her body, lingering over her left breast for a second, before continuing down to her ankle and the hem of her gown. He pulled back and looked down at her. He fingered the hem of her gown as he gazed into her eyes. "May I?"
Gopi realized Ahem was waiting for her to give him permission to remove her gown. She felt her eyes go numb with emotions and tears when she realized just how much Ahem loves her which made her realize that this man, who had endless capacity of love for her, knew her innermost secrets and pain, compared to that her physical scars were nothing and she trusted him to not turn away from the minor disfigurement of her body.
Ahem was stunned when Gopi herself reached for the hem of the gown and pulled it over her head. He was happy that Gopi took the matters into her own hands and rewarded her courageous act by kissing her deeply for trusting him and his love.
Ahem made Gopi lie on the bed then trailed more kisses down her body as he explored her body with his hands also. He paused at each of her breast to kiss them deeply, making her gasp in pleasure before moving down to her flat stomach and below. When he reached to the first scar above her right hip, he kissed the two-inch scar gently and closed his eyes to block out images of her being in pain from the surgery.
Gopi watched as Ahem sat up and trailed his gaze down her right leg. She wondered what he was thinking as he gazed down at the surgical scars and also the ones left over from her injuries from the accident. Some were not that visible while others were hard to miss. Gopi felt tears trailed down her cheek when Ahem bent to kiss each scar gently, replacing the painful memories with the pleasant memories of his love through those gentle kisses. Gopi knew she would never look at her scars as being ugly again.
Ahem moved back up Gopi's body gazed down at her. He blinked few times to bring her in focus. Gopi reached up and placed her hand on his cheek. "Ahem I am okay now, please don't hurt for me." She rose up slightly and wrapped her arms around his neck to hug him to her; he reciprocated by wrapping her in his arms tightly and holding her close to him.
After a while Gopi became aware of the fact that they were holding each other with nothing between them just as she had wished earlier but now she wanted more. She wanted to completely belong to her him, mind, heart and body. She pulled back slightly. "Ahem, please make me yours completely, make love to me."
Ahem stilled for a moment then lifted up to kiss her deeply. He sat up and looked into her eyes as he helped her remove the last bit of clothing. He stood up and pushed his pants down his legs and joined her back on the bed. He half lifted her off the bed to kiss her again with love and passion. Never breaking the connection, he maneuvered her until she lay back on the bed and his wide shoulders blocked out the stream of light. He covered her, lifting her legs and spreading them until his hips notched between her thighs.
"Are you ready Gopi?" He kissed the corner of her mouth and she turned her head, following him to possess his mouth in another kiss.
"Yes, please Ahem." She was ready to be his, to be filled by him.
Ahem entered her slowly and gently then paused, holding himself still for a moment.
Love and understanding washed over her, placing her hand on his cheek Gopi made Ahem look at her. "It's okay Ahem. You won't hurt me. Take me, please."
For several long seconds he remained still, his eyes blazing into hers. Finally, with a short nod, he pressed forward.
Gopi cried out at the sharp pain when the barrier broke and once again Ahem stilled and waited for her to relax. Gopi felt the pain fade away as the pleasure took over and she moved experimentally to feel more.
Ahem bent and kissed her as he moved with her. The outside world seized to exist for them as they relished in their love and expressing their love in the physical form, they gazed into each other's eyes until their pleasure reached it's peak and they both cried out in at the same time when they reached the release together.
Ahem bent and kissed Gopi gently then turned on his back taking Gopi with him. He tightened his arm around her when she placed her head on his chest and wrapped her arm around his waist.
Ahem ran his hand up and down her back soothing her to sleep; after over three long years, Gopi finally belonged to him completely. Ahem kissed her on the forehead and closed his eyes.
Next morning Gopi opened her eyes when she felt Ahem trail kisses down her body. She groaned in pleasure and ran her hand through his hair when she felt him give her open mouthed kisses on her abdomen.
Ahem moved up and looked down at her with a smile. "Good morning sweetheart," he paused and ran his fingers down her cheek. "Thank you my love," when Gopi looked at him questioningly, he clarified. "For trusting me with your body as well as your heart."
Gopi lifted her head and kissed him on the lips, she then placed her hand on his cheek and gazed into his eyes. "I should be one thanking you for loving me, for believing in me and for never giving up on me. I love you so much Ahem."
Ahem hugged her to him and buried his face in her neck to hide the wetness of his eyes. "I love you too sweetheart, always and forever."
For the rest of their time at the beach Gopi and Ahem spent the time, talking, playing and exploring each other. They spent every moment together creating many memories of their love. They cooked together, watched movies, played cards and even played in the water when they went for walks.
On the last day of their vacation Gopi finished cleaning up and glanced out the window to see Ahem on the patio gazing out at the water. She threw the towel on the counter and stepped out to join him.
She wrapped her arms around him from the back to hug him. "What are you thinking about?"
Ahem took her hand and pulled her in front of him so that her back was to his chest. He wrapped his arms around her waist and bent to place his chin on her shoulder. "I am thinking I don't want to leave this place yet."
Gopi placed her hand on his cheek to let him know she understood the feeling then sighed and turned in his arms. "We can't stay here for ever Ahem; by the way you never told me who this place belongs to."
Gopi gazed at him sharply when she saw the fleeting expression on his face.
Ahem looked away for a moment then turned back to her. "This place belongs to you my love."
"To me?" Gopi asked stunned.
"Yes I purchased it after our wedding just for you as a wedding gift; I knew that for some reason you loved to be on the beach and I wanted you to have a place on the beach you can come to anytime you feel like it." Ahem watched as her eyes softened with love and bent to kiss her gently.
Gopi kissed him back with all the love she felt for him but felt that was not enough so she took his hand and pulled him into the house.
Ahem stopped at the door. "Gopi where are we going?"
Gopi turned and wrapped her arms around his neck. She stood on her toes to speak softly in his ear. "You see kiss is not enough to show my husband how thankful I am for his lovely gift; I want to show him just how thankful I am and how much I love him."
Ahem lifted her in his arms and smiled down at her. "In that case let's not waste time," he winked at her. "I am all for you thanking me properly." He carried her into the house and walked straight to the bedroom.
Two months later…
Gopi gazed around the huge reception hall and smiled as she danced with her husband. She sighed in pleasure and thanked god everything had gone smoothly during the wedding.
Once she and Ahem returned from their beach house they had been thrown into the wedding preparations. In the last two months Gopi had thrived under the love and care of her husband and her family. She had put her past behind her and embraced her present and future with open arms.
Each and every member of her new family never failed to show her how special she is and how much they loved her. Koki and Hetal took over the role of being her mothers and Parag and Chirag her fathers. Jigar and she had solidified their friendship as she helped him get ready for his wedding and assisted him in buying a surprise wedding gift for Rashi.
Along with Rashi, Kinjal and Ria had also become her closest friends and they spent hours shopping in the past month. Gopi had even agreed to a spa treatment at their urging to surprise Ahem, and it had been a huge success.
Ria had been good on her promise to pay Raj back with interest and kept him on his toes for a whole month by hinting at things for the bridal shower. Raj had tried in everyway possible to find out what Ria was planning but he failed at every turn. She had finally put him out of his misery on the day of the shower by revealing that she had nothing planned just wanted to keep him guessing and on his toes for a whole month. She told him that was the payback for taking Amit to the club for the bachelor party.
The biggest surprise had been Rashi's mom who had insisted that Gopi be with Rashi during all rituals. Urmila aunty had apologized to Gopi for being rude with her in the past and also thanked her for being there for Rashi in college. Gopi had been too stunned to say anything at first. She had promised Rashi's mom that she would always look out for Rashi. Gopi knew Jigar had lot to do with Urmila aunty's change of heart.
Raj and Kinjal were going to Jamaica for a week for their honeymoon and Gopi and Ahem had surprised Jigar and Rashi by gifting them with a trip to Hawaii. Gopi was very happy for her friends and told them to have the best time on their honeymoon.
Ahem watched the fleeting expression on his wife's beautiful face and wondered what was making her smile like that. "I hope that smile is because you are thinking about me." He teased.
Gopi's smile became more dazzling as she gazed back at him. "You are never far from my thoughts. I am just very happy and relieved that there were no last minute glitches in the weddings."
Ahem looked around the hall and agreed with her observation and turned back to her. "I am just glad its over, now I can have my wife's attention back on me."
"Like she ever neglects you." Said a teasing voice from behind them. Gopi and Ahem turned to see Raj and Kinjal few feet away from them.
"Ahem what will you do when she returns to work?" Raj asked with a serious expression then did a double take when Gopi and Ahem exchanged a look. "Gopi please tell me you are coming back to work."
Gopi couldn't resist teasing him. "Why Dr. Joshi, you are not scared of my co-workers are you? What ever happened to your charming personality?"
Raj pointed to Kinjal, "She happened to my charming personality. Once they knew I was getting married my charm no longer worked on them. So are you coming back to work or not?" He asked again.
"Yes and no." Gopi said still not giving him a straight answer.
Raj glared at Ahem. "I see you are rubbing off on her." He turned back to Gopi again. "Just exactly what does that mean, can you be more clear please?"
Gopi finally stopped teasing him. "Yes I am coming back to work, but only part time."
"That is better than nothing I suppose." Gopi couldn't help but laugh at his reaction.
Few minutes later they were joined by Amit, Ria, Jigar and Rashi who wanted to know what was so funny and why they were standing in the middle of the dance floor talking.
Kinjal told them about Raj's reaction to Gopi's decision to work part time only making everyone laugh at Raj's expense.
Since all eight of them were together the photographer came over to make them pose together for a photo, then the family joined them for a family portrait.
Later that night Gopi lay in Ahem's arms quietly, thinking about coming full circle and counted her blessings. There is only one more thing she prayed for and hoped that some day Kanaji listens to her prayer and blesses her with a baby.
"Gopi would you really be disappointed if we could not have a child of our own?" She was not surprised that Ahem knew exactly what she was thinking about.
Gopi sighed and lifted up to look at Ahem. "How do you know that is what I was thinking about?"
He placed her hand on his heart and placed his hand on her heart. "The first time we met, my heart instantly recognized you as my destiny. I am always tuned into your thoughts. Now answer my question."
"A child conceived out of our love, a baby who would be part of you and I, a living proof of our love, would be the greatest gift kanaji could grant us." She said with a touch of sadness in her eyes.
"Then trust him to grant you that gift when he is ready to answer your prayer. Just like we were destined to meet and be together, if we are destined to have a child then we will someday, just don't give up hope. But also know that you will always be loved no matter what happens in the future." Ahem said to her with all the love he felt for her visible in his eyes.
Gopi nodded and bent to kiss him on the lips. "I love you Ahem."
Ahem never got tired of hearing those three words from her and always answered her back the same way each time. "I love you too sweetheart, always and forever." He brought her face down and kissed her passionately and showed her just how much he loved her and always would.
Ahem never stopped believing in destiny and his belief in destiny and fate would even become more stronger few years later when Gopi's prayer is answered in the form of their first child.
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No trumpets sound when the important decisions of our life are made. Destiny is made known silently. -Agnes DeMille
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