|| Shaadi Se Pehle|| Last Part Pg.90 [Nov/28/2011] - Page 9

Prem's POV

Knock. Knock.

I rolled to my side to face my bedroom door; I wasn't surprised to see Meher in the doorway. Only she would wake me up and ruin my perfect dream of the brown-eyed beauty, Heer Maan. Yeah. I'm well aware of the fact that I'm engaged and in the process of planning of the wedding, yet still falling for her.

I had gotten home late yesterday night, since one of my students showed up late for her piano lesson. And then I had to finish my composition, but then began playing some sort of melody. All I remember is thinking about Heer and then my fingers began to play the keys themselves.

I then woke up early this morning for another lesson, had lunch with Sanjana on my break, went through another lesson, got home around 5, and went straight to my room and took a peaceful nap.

"It's time for dinner and put some decent clothes, Ayan and Preet are coming over for dinner." Meher ordered me. Of course I had to look nice for dinner, with my family, with my two best friends, and then to watch a game afterwards. Yep, fashion sure did matter.

I yawned loudly before answering her, "I'll be down in 10 minutes."

I got up and put on a pair of jeans and a gray t-shirt, yep this is definitely decent. I walked downstairs into the kitchen where I could hear everyone laughing. No one seemed to notice that I had walked in, they were too busy laughing at Preet, who was now being scolded at by Meher. The scene before me was hysterical; Meher was standing with one hand on her hip and the other pointing accusingly at Preet. The sad thing is , he actually looked scared. Preet, who was standing at like 6'3', and Meher who was 5'2' was scaring Preet.

"Preet, how many times do I have to explain to you that red striped polos are OUT?! Only those who don't know style are behind in fashion."

Poor Preet was scared completely by his adorable girlfriend standing before him, but then a sudden look of confidence washed over his features.

Preet's face broke out into a big smile. "They would say 'Hey Good Lookin'."

They look on Meher's face was priceless.

Eventually their little argument ended and we were sitting around the table eating. My mother and father were talking about a new business deal, Meher and Ash were talking about some article about how animal printed sarees aren't in anymore, and Preet and Ayan were arguing on who would win in a thumb war.

I was left consumed in my thoughts about Heer and Sanjana. The situation was maddening.

But then all of the sudden I heard Meher say Heer's name and my ears instinctively perked up.

"…So I caught Heer before she left for her lunch break. She showed me the cake's design and it's absolutely stunning, I was surprised when she explained to me that she had already finished it. Well I then realized that I was taking up her time for her lunch therefore I asked her if she'd like to join me for lunch. We talked and laughed for about 2 hours. She has such an amazing personality and she's smart and caring l. I have a feeling that we're both going to be really close friends. Best friends, you too Ash. Her sarcasm is hysterical; she might give you a run for your money Ashy."

I couldn't believe what I was hearing. "You spent the day with Heer?" I asked my voice obviously incredulous.

"Um yes. I already think of her as a sister." Meher responded in a cheerful tone.

"I would love to meet her Meher, she sounds like a sweet girl."

Meher began jumping excitedly in her chair, everyone turned to Preet to calm her down. As if on cue, he placed a hand on her shoulder and she immediately become still, it was amazing on the effect her had on her. I wasn't so happy about having my two best friends dating my two sisters but when I saw the devotion that Preet and Ayan held for Meher and Ash. I couldn't think see them with anyone else besides those two.

But my mind went back to Heer, how would I react if she came over one day for dinner. What if Meher and her become close friends, would I be able to handle it, especially if Sanjana was to be there. I become lost in my thoughts until Preet said my name.

"Prem, are you alright, you haven't said anything. You're not getting cold feet are you?" Preet asked with a sly smile.

"Of course not. I was just thinking about how I'm going to kick your ass in soccer." I retorted.

"Language, Prem. Language." Gayatri scolded.

I muttered a quite apology and began helping clearing the table. Lalit and I volunteered to do the dished tonight.

After destroying Preet in cricket as promised, I said my goodnights to everyone I headed upstairs and walked past the room where my piano was. I decided to play a little bit, and just like the previous day I began playing the melody.

I became so engrossed in playing that I when I finished it, I heard clapping from behind me. I suddenly turned to see Meher standing there; I vaguely remember her walking in.

"That was beautiful Prem." She said with a warm smile. "When did you write it?"

"Just the other day really." I answered calmly.

"Well it's lovely. Goodnight." And with that she turned back and walked down to her room.

I walked into my room and lay on my bed and began thinking about Heer all over again. She had truly inspired the melody, I hope Meher wouldn't but two and two together and realize what I meant by "the other day."

The next morning I walked downstairs and began fixing myself a bowl of cereal as Ash walked in.

"Morning. Meher told me about that new piece you wrote. She said it was beautiful." Ashlesha said while taking out the orange juice and pouring herself a glass.

"Morning. She did?" My voice cracking a little, I didn't want Meher or Ash making the whole melody into something big.

"Yeah. Anyways I'm going over Ayan's, he wants to spend the whole day with each other and Meher is spending time with Preet." Ash said while taking a bite out of her bagel. "And mom is at her garden club and dad's at the hospital. So you're stuck all by yourself."

"I might call Sanjana for lunch." I said and couldn't help but noticed Ash cringe when I said her name. I knew that Ash wasn't quite fond of Sanjana; she said that Sanjana just seemed wrong whatever that meant.

"Oh goody! Tell her I said hi," her voice dripping with sarcasm.

"Sure, sure. No need to get all excited." I grinned.

She smirked and went upstairs, leaving me to decided whether I should call Sanjana or not, I didn't call her back last night, I wouldn't be surprised if I woke up to her beating my door down.

I walked back to my room trying to find my phone; once I found it I dialed her number.

"Prem! Um. Hi," Sanjana rushed.

"Hey Sanju. Is everything okay? You sound weird." She sounded way off, as if she just had gotten caught of something.

"Y..yes, I'm..just..got..off the treadmill. Yeah the treadmill, I'm just exhausted." She stuttered.

"Sanju, You hate the treadmill. You used it once and then begged me to take it out to the garage." I knew how much she despised that thing.

"Well, I do. I just thought I needed to get in shape so I can look good in my dress."

"You'll look beautiful no matter what. Don't ever doubt that." And I meant every word I said, Sanjana was remarkable attractive.

"You're too sweet. Hey hun, I've got to go...and shower. So I'll call you later. I love you Bye!" And with that she hung up, I never got a chance to ask her for lunch. But something seemed wrong; normally Sanjana and I would spend at good hour on the phone at the least.

I tried to not think about the conversation as I got into my Volvo. I loved this car almost as much as I loved the women I was soon marrying; Preet always gave me hell about how much I loved my car.

The rain on the windshield was starting to make things harder to see; I didn't really have a certain place in mind. I just felt the need to get my mind clear.

As I was thinking of the something I could do during my spare time I realized I was driving towards the direction to the bakery, to Heer. No. This can't happen, I can't get involved with her, but Meher hanging out with her only encouraged me to do so.

Before I know it, I'm parked right in front of the bakery. I could see Heer talking to some couple and was obviously enjoying herself. The smile on her face was genuine, I nearly lost it when she threw her head back and laughed. It was the most beautiful scene that I'd ever seen in my life. Words couldn't describe the creature who was no more than 30 feet away from me.

The couple walked out, hand in hand, holding a blue box, I sat in my car and watched how they interacted with one another. They looked so in love, sometimes I wonder if people could look at Sanjana and me and see what I see right now.

And then for that short moment I felt a rush of adrenaline, I cut off my engine and about to open my window when I suddenly get slapped with reality.

I can't just walk in there and start a random conversation with her. She'll think I'm here to molest her or something. She probably doesn't even remember me, I mean she probably already has a boyfriend, hell she could be engaged.

I got in my car, reversed out of the parking lot and drove off.

Meher's POV

I really wanted to see Preet today, but I also wanted to go see how Heer was doing. I felt like we really clicked after lunch yesterday. She's such a sweet girl, funny, caring, and amazingly pretty.

Why didn't my aloof of a brother catch a girl like that? No. I'm stuck with Sanjana as a in-law. Now Heer would be my dream sister-in-law. She's perfect for Prem.

I drove over to Preet's and began to explain what I had in mind for the two of them.

"I don't want him marrying her." I said grumbled

"I know jaan, you remind me everyday, you've been reminding me everyday for the past few months now," Preet sweetly replied.

"Yeah, well I just say it so you won't forget." I muttered.

"Well, unless you can find some other girl that Prem will sweep her off her feet and they'll fall madly in love with each other then we're defiantly stuck with Sanjana."

Preet finally started laughing and so I turned to him."I guess we don't have to do any searching, looks like our work is done." Preet chuckled under his breath.

We were currently parked across the street from the bakery. Apparently Prem thought he should give Heer a visit. I knew I saw some spark between those two when they both met.

Meher: 1

Everyone else: 0

By the looks of it, my brother was having some internal conflict with himself, he's just sitting in his looking intently at Heer. I knew it. I knew it.

As I was jumping in my seat, Preet puts a hand on my shoulder and points toward Prem. He apparently turned off his engine, now his door's opened and he's about to get out.

Then suddenly slams his door shut, reverses out the lot, and zooms down the road.

Well damn.

So close.

So close to having Heer as a sister.

It's time to take things into my own hands.

Hmmmm looks like Meher might be playing Cupid! 😛 Hope you all like Preet, Ayan and Ash's characters so far! 😃😳 Oh yes and the whole "volvo" bit with Prem was my small reference to Twilight, I have a thing for the volvos'!😳😆😆

Love you all loads,