PV OS - Lost and Found
Betrayal
She pretended to be asleep as he got into bed. But they both knew she wasn't. He had gone to work function and he knew what happens after those. She either went into a fit of rage of she would just ignore him and give him the cold shoulder. At first he had tried to make amends, he had tried to woo her back, to gain her love and trust back but he realised that nothing worked and he gave up. He tried to make love to her thinking that would work but his very touch disgusted her. He could see it in her face. In retrospect he should have let her go then, maybe their lives would have been better apart. It didn't seem that she was ever going to forgive him and after a year, he had actually stopped caring.
No one knew what had happened and no one knew what was really going on in their marriage. Outside their bedroom they lives continued, the faade of a happy marriage. She treated him like a husband. She appeared concerned and she served him as was expected. But inside their bedroom, she barely spoke to him, only when absolutely necessary or when something triggered her anger she would have a go at him. He supposed he deserved it for what he did to her but now he wondered if their marriage was worth saving. If it was worth fighting for. If the love was gone than what was left. Merely being co-parents. He had begged her to stay then and she did, but only because she had no one and nowhere to go. She had no family and they had 2 small children and she didn't want the world to know about her humiliation. But he had needs, he didn't know how much longer he could go on like this. He had always had women throw themselves at him and he had a huge libido. But he promised to be faithful to her, so if he wanted to fulfil his need that left only one of 2 things. Divorce or her giving herself to him. And not just her body, he wanted a full commitment to the marriage. She had to forgive him or they had to separate. He was prepared for either.
She felt him looking at her after he came to bed. In fact he looked at her for a long time. She wondered why. She felt so angry again. A year later, she still wondered where he was every time he wasn't with her. She wondered whether the work functions and business trips were real. She wondered if it was time that he spent with that woman or maybe even someone else. He certainly wasn't getting anything from her so she wondered if he got it from someone else. He had broken her trust completely. She was 27 when they got married. She was always career minded and her career as a fashion designer was on track. She was an orphan and for her a family wasn't on the cards. She was happy to work and make a name for herself without any complications. Until she met him. She fell in love with him instantly. They married within 3 months of meeting each other, she left her job to become the perfect wife and bahu. She fell pregnant immediately and had a 3 year old son and a 1 and half year old daughter. She was so happy. Until the day she accidentally picked up his cell phone thinking it was hers and found messages between him and one of his female business associates. She put the phone down and carried on as usual that morning. Not confronting him. She had to absorb it first. Her whole world was falling apart. She had given up her whole life for him, she had no job, no family, and no home. She lived for him and her children. And the rug was completely pulled from under her. That afternoon after she had put the children down for their nap, she went to her room and wept.
That evening she has waited for him, as he came from reading the children their bedtime story.
"How long has you affair with Ishita been going on?" she asked calmly.
He was visibly shocked at the fact that she knew about it.
"How long, Yash."
"A couple of months. But Aarti, it's not what you think. We never ... we didn't go all the way."
"So how far did it go?"
"We went out a few times but that's all."
"Did you kiss her?" He was silent again. "Did you kiss her Yash!?"
"Yes."
"How far did you go?"
"Just kissing."
"Just kissing huh?" Just kissing. Do you think that makes it better? And any case I don't believe you. I saw your messages this morning and it was very explicit. So how can I believe you only kissed her?"
"Please Aarti, believe me. It didn't go any further than that. It was a mistake, I am sorry."
"Yes, you are sorry. You are a sorry excuse of a man. You are a liar and a cheat. I gave up everything up for you. Now I have nothing and nowhere to go. I hate you!"
"Aarti please, he moved towards her but she moved back with utter revulsion in her eyes.
"Don't you dare touch me. You have lost that right."
"Aarti, I love you."
"You love me? That's a joke. You are out gallivanting with other women while I sit at home with your children."
Now he was angry too.
"Yes, Aarti. The children are all you ever think about. You spend all your time with them. You have no more time for me. When last did we make love Aarti? When last did you touch me? When last did you show any interest to spend any time with me? Your whole world revolves around the children. Every night when I come home you are tired. There is no place for me in your life and that is why it felt so good when someone showed interest in me. Another woman. I am a man Aarti, I have needs. You know that. It used to be that you couldn't keep your hands off me. Then Ansh was born and it lessened, yet I didn't mind and I lived with it, but since Palak's birth you totally shoved me out of your life. You only want your children."
"What do you think that I do nothing here all day. I work in this house. I look after the children. I am tired at night. I can't help that. And so you just moved on. I should have known. You were a ladies man before we were married. Why would you be faithful to me?"
"It takes 2 to keep a marriage going Aarti."
"And 3 to ruin it! Are you going to leave me for her?"
"No"
"So what do you want?"
"I want our marriage to work. I am prepared to do whatever it takes to make amends. I am prepared to wait as long as I need to for you to forgive me. Please just don't leave me, we can work this out"
"I can't leave. Where will I go with my children? I will stay and will pretend that everything is normal to everyone else, but in my heart this relationship is over. You can do what you want now. We are married in name only from here on. I am here only for my children."
He was relieved. At least she agreed to stay. That was what he needed then, he would work on it from there. He really tried to make amends. He tried to woo her. He tried to romance her. He bought her gifts. He wanted to take her on dates on holidays but she refused everything. Now a year later, they were still in the same place. He needed more than that now. He had met someone. He could tell she was interested, but she was not like Ishita, she was beautiful and shy. He could see that she was interested in him. He would not feel for anyone what he had felt for Aarti, but he had needs. And this girl was not the type for a casual relationship and neither was he anymore. He wanted a marriage. A real marriage.
Seperation
"Aarti, I know you are not sleeping"
She didn't answer.
"Aarti, it's been a year now and you are no closer to forgiving me. I want to move on with my life. You have to decide if you still want to be a part of this marriage or if you want out of it. I am not waiting anymore. I have met someone and if you can't forgive me I want to start a life with her."
She closed her eyes, silent tears rolling down. She shouldn't be surprised at this. She composed herself. He would never see how he hurt her again.
"Where must I go with my children?"
"You can stay here. I will live somewhere else."
"No, this is your home. You can stay here with your wife. I will move. If you can just agree to support me till I find a job."
"You don't have to work."
"I loved my job. I left it for you and look where that has left me. I will work. I will look after myself like I used and my children. I will never depend on a man again, for anything."
"You never had time for the children and me. Now all of a sudden you will have time for a job and the children. Amazing" he said derisively. "So you are happy to get divorced."
"I haven't been happy in a long time Yash. But I agree to the divorce. Please talk to your family tomorrow. I don't want to drag this out much longer. And please can you find a flat or a small house for me and the children so we can move out as soon as possible."
"So you are just giving up on us."
"I am not the one that cheated. I am not the one that found someone else. You gave up on us, the minute you got involved with another woman."
"I am not the only one at fault in this relationship. But you won't accept your part in the breakdown of this marriage. But that's fine. At least everything has come to a point. At least on one thing we agree. We should go our separate ways. And just by the way, I never asked you to give up your job. You chose to do that on you own.
"Good night, Aarti.
Within a week she had moved out and divorce proceedings had started. He called her up and said."
"Hello Aarti."
"What do you want?"
"She wants to meet you."
"Your lover"
"My prospective wife"
"Why?"
"She wants to find out your side of the marriage break up."
"Did you tell her everything?"
"She knows what happened with Ishita."
"Fine, bring her."
She was a lovely girl. Aarti liked her despite feeling jealous of her as well. She was a couple of years younger than Aarti and very beautiful.
"Namaste Aartiji"
"Namaste, just Aarti please."
"You know why I am here."
"Yes"
"I want to know if you and Yashji's relationship is completely over and if you are ok with our marriage."
"We have stopped having a relationship a long time ago. And he can do what he likes after the divorce is final."
"Are you sure there is no chance of reconciliation."
"Definitely not."
"Do you still love him?"
"I honestly don't know. But that is neither here nor there. It is over between us."
He had been outside playing with the kids but he had come in to get some water and caught the last part of the conversation. His heart broke with the finality of it all.
Revelation
She had connected with an old college buddy. Aaman, and started designing freelance. And he convinced her to go to the biggest industry function to get some more exposure. She reluctantly agreed and the children were with Yash that night.
They looked stunning as they entered the venue. They had to stop on the stairs as one of the fashion magazine photographers took a picture of them. She had on a beautiful backless white dress with a cowl neck, it was flowy yet figure hugging and it had a small train at the back. She wore teardrop pearl earrings and a multi string of pearls around her wrist. On her feet were beautiful silver high heels sandals. Aaman wore a black suit and with a bowtie. People stopped and stared at the gorgeous couple they made. They looked like western bridal couple.
They networked a little bit. She knew most of the people but she still held onto Aaman's arm for comfort. It had been years since she had done anything like this. She had been so confident in this type of environment before but now she felt insecure.
Then she heard a familiar voice behind her.
"Hello Aarti"
She turned around now clutching even tighter to Aaman's arm.
"Hello Yash. Arpita."
"Namaste Aarti" said Arpita
She should have known that he would be here. His family owned one of the biggest fashion houses in the country and he was the CEO as well as stylist to some of the rich and famous including Bollywood stars. In fact it was at just such a function that they met.
He looked angry but she couldn't understand why.
"Arpita, this is Aaman. Aaman, Arpita." Yash and Aaman knew each other already.
"I am surprised to see you here Aarti."
"Aaman thought it would be good to give me exposure since I am working again."
"I see" he said.
They made small talk and went their separate ways.
Aarti had separated from Aaman as he was talking to some of his colleagues and she wanted some fresh air. She felt very uncomfortable since the encounter with Yash and Arpita and she moved outside."
"So Mrs. Scindiya, you still lost your husband. Not even to me, but to that young girl. You should have just let him go that time."
She swung around,
"Ishita, get out out my sight."
"You know, if I could make trouble between you two, do you think I can't make trouble between them. He will be mine."
"Then take him I don't care. I am not fighting with you for a man that cheated on me."
"If he were mine, I would have fought for him with everything within me. Everything!"
"But he is not your. He's m ... "
"What were you about to say, Aarti, He's yours" she laughed." Not anymore."
"Get away from me Ishita. Get away" She was busy losing control. It felt like it did the first time she found out.
"Ishita! What is going here", Yash was there suddenly
"Nothing my love"
Seeing them together was too much for Aarti. She walked inside briskly to find Aaman.
"Ishita, if I find you near Arti again, I swear you will regret it."
"I thought you were getting divorced and married to that young girl. Why are you so protective of her? Remember how you told that she didn't even ..."
"My biggest mistake was getting involved with you. Ishita, this is the last time I will tell you. Stay away from me and stay away from my wife."
"Fine I will go" she said with a smug smile
Yash was livid. He went to look for Aarti. She was already on her way out of the venue with Aaman. He followed them and he saw her crying in his arms. He knew that he was only comforting her, but he wanted to do that. But he remained the source of her pain and not her comfort.
"Yashji?" he had forgotten about Aarptita, "I think we should go now."
"Yes" he said.
When he stopped in front of her house she said.
"This marriage is not going to happen is it?"
"I'm sorry" he said.
"You should tell her how you feel, Yash. You should get her back."
"I've tried but she doesn't want me."
"Don't give up on her. Good night, Yash"
"Good night"
He didn't know why but he ended up at her house.
"What are you doing here?"
"I want to know why you were out with Aaman tonight when I asked you repeatedly in the last 4 years and you always said no"
"I told you, Aaman felt that it was good for me to get exposure."
"Yes you told me. Aarti, I have contacts too. I can make sure that you have your own clothing line up and running in no time."
"I don't want anything from you!"
"I see. You want nothing from me only Aaman. You dress up for him, go out on a date for him and you let him comfort you."
"Is there anything between you?"
"I am still married, there is nothing between us. That is your thing not mine."
"Aarti,,,, I suppose it's no use talking any more. Because I am the only one at fault in relationship isn't it? You are completely blameless. Why don't you ask yourself why I needed to find consolation from another woman? You checked out long before then Aarti. Your life revolves around the children. There is no place for me. So I won't bother you anymore."
He left. For the first time she questioned her part in the breakup of their marriage. Even what Ishita said? That she would have fought for him. Were they right? Was she to blame too. Should she have fought for him, for the marriage? But it didn't matter anymore, they were getting divorced and he was getting married.
2 weeks later she was doing some shopping at the mall.
"Aarti? How are you?"
"Fine, Arpita and you you?"
"Good thanks. How is the wedding plans coming." from what she understood the wedding was to take place immediately after the divorce.
"Don't you know? The wedding is off"
"Why?" she was confused.
"You should ask Yash that."
"Did he call it off?"
"It was a mutual decision. It is evident to me that that you two belong only with each other."
"Arpita ..."
"I know what happened but I think it's time for the two of your to forgive and forget and work on getting your family back together."
"I don't know if I can do that."
"Then in my opinion, you are giving up on a great future you could have had with the love of your life. But that is just my opinion. Think about why you were so upset when you saw him and Ishita together. Anyway, I have to go. Good bye, Aarti."
Reconciliation:
He came home from work and immediately, Palak came waddling to him.
"Pappa, Pappa"
"Hello my angel, what are you doing here?"
"Pappa, Pappa, Ansh followed "
"Hello Ansh, where's Mummy."
"Home, but she said we can sleep with Vedhika and Vendant tonight."
"Yash, Aarti asked me to babysit tonight."
"Why, where is she going?"
"She didn't say."
He marched to his bedroom and came back out and made his way out of the house.
"Where are you going Yash."
"Out" he said.
The jealousy was eating him alive. He meant what he said that night, that he was giving up but he couldn't stop himself. He couldn't handle the thought of her with someone else.
He had a key to the house and that was what he collected in his bedroom. But the door was unlocked, so he entered. All the lights were out expect for the dining room and he went there. He saw her sitting at the dining room table. It was beautifully set for two and she looked stunning. He recognised the dress as one that he gave her about 2 years ago and she had never worn it because she said it was too revealing.
"What is this Aarti? Who are you waiting on. Why are the children at home and you didn't even consult me?"
"I ... I asked Bhabhi to baby sit. So I didn't think it would be necessary to consult you."
"Do you have a date?"
"Not really." She said, standing up.
She looked stunning now he saw her completely in the dress. And he was glad now that she never wore it out. She looked so sexy. It was a short fitted black cocktail dress that clung to every one of her delicious curves and exposed her long beautiful legs.
"Not really? What does that mean? Why are you dressed like that? Who are you waiting for?"
"You."
He was stunned.
"Are you hungry, Yash? I will go and warm the food. I'm sure you haven't eaten yet." She tried to sound calm as she attempted to walk to the kitchen."
He grabbed her arm as she tried to walk past him.
"After that statement you are talking about food. What do you mean you were waiting for me? How did you know I would come?"
"I didn't know. But I was hoping." She could not meet his eyes, she looked down while she was speaking.
"What is the meaning of this Aarti" he said. He was too scared to hope.
"I love you Yash. I want another chance to make our marriage work. I will do anything to make that happen. I realise now where I had gone wrong in our marriage and I would like to make it up to you."
His heart was thumping. He couldn't believe what he heard.
"Do you trust me Aarti?"
"Not completely, but I want to and I will do what needs to be done to get back to the place where I can trust you again. Even seek professional help."
"Are you sure this this what you want Aarti.
"110% sure" she said and finally lifted her eyes to his.
She moved to stand in front of him and took his face in her hands and kissed him. He was lost, he hadn't felt her this close or tasted her in such a long time. He put his arms around her back and responded to her kiss, deepening it. His hand went down to caress the mounds of her bottom and pressing her tightly to him, causing her to shudder as she felt him.
He let her go and moved away from her a little, he thought that once again she was repulsed by him. She knew what he was thinking. She unzipped her dress and let it fall to the ground. She was wearing nothing underneath.
"You didn't answer my question before" she said.
"What" he asked unable to keep his eyes off her beautiful body. His voice was hoarse with desire.
"Are you hungry, baby?"
He moved swiftly back to her and said
"So very hungry" as he captured her mouth again. His hand rubbing her back and bottoms. She moved away slightly again so that she could unbutton his shirt. She'd forgotten how good his muscular body feels to the touch. When she had discarded his shirt, she went stand close to him again, just wanting the feel of his body on his. She unbuckled his belt and slid his pants and underwear down. She moved down on her knees and took off his shoes and socks and he lifted his legs so she could get the pants and underwear completely off. She looked up to him and smiled at the look of desire in his eyes and she stayed on her knees, while she captured his hardness in her mouth driving him completely insane.
He made her stop and lifted her back up to kiss him on the mouth. He loved the taste of him on her mouth
"Let's to the bedroom" she said.
"No" He said, walking her back a few steps to the table.
He swept his hand across it and glass shattered as the crockery and cutlery fell to the floor.
She looked at him in shock.
"Yash" she said
"I told you I'm very hungry."
He lift her to sit on the table and bent down to get eat his favourite dish, causing her to writhe and scream in pleasure. Until her body convulsed in total pleasure as her release came. He then came back up and kissed her and moved her so that he could enter her soaking centre. She arched her back and moaned in delight at being complete with him again. He started kissing and biting her neck and breasts.
She wrapped her legs around him and moved against him, she couldn't wait anymore.
"I guess you are hungry too, my love"
"Ravenous" she breathed
His vigorous thrusts evoked such pleasure in her that she screamed so loud that he was sure the whole neighbourhood could hear, but he didn't care. He loved it, he loved her. And he told her so many times over until they finally found release together much later.
He helped her off the table but she was still quite weak in the knees.
"I think you need other kind of sustenance Mrs. Scindiya. You seem to be quite weak."
She hid her head in his chest, embarrassed.
"It's too late to be shy now. I have seen what you are capable of. And I will be expecting much more of that."
"If the result is you breaking all my good crockery, then definitely not."
"So you didn't enjoy it then, wait let me ask the neighbours, they'll be sure to tell me whether you enjoyed it or not, seeing you were so loud and vocal earlier."
She giggled.
"But I am really hungry for food now." she reached for her dress but her wouldn't have it.
"I want to enjoy you beautiful body some more. You don't need clothes to feed me."
They both went to the kitchen and she dished for them in one plate. But by the time she had finished he was already aroused again by the sight of her.
"I should have gotten dressed" she laughed.
"No need." He sat down at the kitchen table. Come sit down on your place, baby.
She did. It was difficult to concentrate on eating with him inside her, but he made her sit and eat till they were done.
"Now Yash?"
"Now baby" and she started to move on him giving them both so much pleasure.
He was still sitting on top of him in the aftermath.
"We still have a long way to go baby."
"I know, and I am prepared to work to get us there." she said.
"So am I. I am sorry for hurting you honey. I love you so much."
"I love you too and I am sorry for hurting you too. I promise you will be my priority from now on. If I slip up please tell me. I really want to make this work, I can't live without you. We can get a nanny. I didn't marry a man with money for nothing." she chuckled.
"And I thought you only married me for my good looks."
"That too. On a serious note, I would like to continue working."
"Fine by me. In fact, I can arrange some office space in our building."
"Really, and will I get any work done then?"
"That could be a problem" he said.
"I will work from home and when you want to come home for lunch, I will make sure you have your favourite dish ready and waiting."
"Stop it you naughty minx, I am tired and want to sleep." he got up with her in his arms and took her to the bedroom. But they didn't get to sleep immediately.
Perfection:
"Yash, I went to the doctor today."
"Yes, it's been 6 weeks since Payal was born.
"Already" he said continuing to work on his laptop.
"The doctor said that everything is fine"
"That's good love."
She got angry, she picked up one of Palak toys that was lying on the floor and aimed it at his head, but he gave way in time.
He laughed.
"It seems someone is very hungry." he said coming towards her.
"I hate you." she pouted.
"I love you too. This has been a long 6 weeks for me too my love. Did you really not think I would know when the time is up? Now get ready. I am taking you to dinner and then we are going to spend the night at our house. Nanny is quite capable of looking at Payal and Bhahi can help with the other 2."
"Yash, she's only 6 weeks."
"Nanny will call us if we need to come home."
"Yash, do we have to go out to dinner? Can't we just get take out"
"As I said, someone is very hungry. We can get take out, if you prefer? Anything to keep my wife happy."
"Your wife is very happy." she kissed him.
It was about a year since that night at their house as they now call it. They use it to have alone time, and they make sure they have that at least one a month.
The worked at their relationship and it wasn't always easy and they were now at a place where they were totally in love and secure in their relationship. They tackled their problems head on and sorted out what needed to be sorted out. And when they fought, they made sure they made up in the most pleasurable way possible, hence the birth of their 2nd daughter Payal.
He was her pride and joy. She still didn't want his help with her work because she didn't want a big business. But when there was a business function or an event, she accompanied her handsome husband with pride. And they always made the most of those evenings, not going home but going to their house for the evening instead.
"And I am totally in love with my wife"
"As she is with you."
Their life was not perfect, but it was as close to perfection as it could be.
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