engaged with our own works. I felt like living in an alien world.
It was Sunday, Karan left for his morning workout. I was sitting near the open window and stealing the beauty of surrounding places and having my morning coffee. It was so soothing and refreashing..
The cool breeze, the peace of nature, hot coffee drew me to the past.
4 years ago...2014...
Ever since my public exam results came, mom was restless about my college admission. To everyone's surprise I secured 88.8% in my board exams, So It wasn't difficult for my further studies. Fortunately I got seat in National College of Engg & Technology, Chandigarh; which is situated 45kms from our residence.
Pummy aunty our neighbor, fun lover, selfish at times, well settled, Careless mom of 2 children; Sherlin (20) , Sonali(17). Rajju uncle Sherlin's dad doing business in Dubai, comes home twice a year and for any family functions. Sherlin and I having the same age group, happened to finish our schooling together from different schools though (Yup, She finished her schooling from P.S.C Senior English matriculation school, Whereas me and Shristi went to Kshtriya Girl's Higher Secondary school, which is a government aided one)
Sherlin scored 79.6% in board exam. It was a good score, but Pummy aunty being pummy aunty started to taut sherlin for securing low marks than me. She wasn't unaware of the enmity she's creating between me and Sherlin. Apart from education, We four, Myself, Sherlin, Shristi, Sonam were great friends since childhood. Anyhow, her mother was certain in getting management seat in my college itself by all her necessary means. Considering their economic status, buying a management seat isn't a big deal for them. So at last, Sherlin got her admission in National College of Engg & Technology, Chandigarh by her uncle's influence with board members of the college.
It was my first day in our college. Mom and shristi came to drop me in college hostel a week before college opening as we have to make proper arrangements and fulfill certain hostel formalities for residing in hostel. I was a bit nervous as I have to step alone from here, as shristi won't be accompanying me anymore in our academic life, also hostel life gave me goosebumps at times, Because I have aversion for darkness, ghost movies/Stories and all. The sole weakness of me at the moment. Unlike me, Shristi was sportive and never believe in any kind of ghost stories or movies. So It's quite challenging for me to stay away from her and mom in hostel. But What to do, Fate never leaves anyone, so am not spared. Sherlin came to hostel on the day of academic year opening, since management ppl doesn't have such formalities to fulfill. Sherlin and Me were put in different rooms in hostel.
It was my first day in college, Mom, shristi, and daddi came for first day orientation program along with Pummy aunty. Unfortunately I was clueless about the major role of my college life and the people I'm gonna meet amidst in.
Yesss, I met the person whom I hate the most now, and who's my so called husband "Karan Luthra here along with him, I was happened to meet his entire big happy family.
I came out of my thoughts, as my phone rings...
It was karan.
"I forgot to inform you before leaving as I was getting late. Close the door carefully. Soon after informing he cut the call without even asking for my reply...
"Argg...What an arrogance he have?! I was furious. "There were no fresh vegetables for cooking. Even before asking for market route he cut the call?? What will I cook for lunch? What will he have? Such an Idiot he is...God please save me from this Karan for good...I was blabbering and later indulged in my office work.
An hour later, he returned from his practice and sat on the sofa opposite to me.
Hey I need to talk with you' he told politely. I glanced at him. He continued My colleagues are asking for treat as they didn't come for our marriage, after few seconds of thoughts I too agreed, so tomorrow evening they are coming here'.
Okay, but why are you saying this to me?.You give treat or whatever you want' I said with irritating voice.
I know that, see they are coming for us. They don't know about us. So just act like my wife tomorrow, ok?' he replied with anger
They are your friends, your treat, in your home, don't ask me to do anything in this' I replied and went back to my room. I know he won't ask me again.
Next day, I couldn't concentrate on my work. I felt very bad for turning down his request. Though I hate him, I don't want him to get insult in front of others.
I informed my colleague Joenita (my only friend in office, as of now) and left the office.
I reached home. He opened the door and grinned at me. I avoided his gaze and went inside. He already prepared some dishes for dinner, I too helped him.
Many handsome guys will be coming here, you can pick anyone you want.' he started to irritate me.
If you talk more, I will leave from here' I said angrily.
I don't want your presence here, I know to manage.'
Yeah it's my fault, I should have stayed back in office itself. You will never understand one's concern.'
Who wants your care and concern, just go back to office, I...' He was about to begin a fight.
Door bell interrupted us. We stared at each other then he went to open the door.
His friends were at the door way. I invited them. He introduced me to everyone, all enjoyed the food and started to chat with him. Some people told me about him but, they were not aware that I know him completely...
After 34hrs party, house was totally messed up, so we started cleaning it.
Didn't you love anyone after college??' I asked him.
No, I don't want a girl's company. They always find faults and never accept the reality...'
Enough!!!!' I stopped him. Really I couldn't control my anger. If I started to argue with him, then
definitely I would be the loser.
Next day...
He was knocking at my room door, I couldn't even get up from bed. My body was aching badly.
Hey, have you seen knife in the kitchen' he asked me.
I couldn't even open my eyes, somehow I managed to reply' It's in the second shelf'. I told and turned back to bed.
Are you not going to office?' he asked immediately.
No, I am not feeling well, I need to take rest.' I said
He moved to hall without asking further. I slept then.
After sometime my mobile rang,
Karan calling...'
Hello?' I answered
Hey, I didn't lock the home, you lock it and sleep.'
Hmmm ok... I will.'
So... Hmmm... how do you feel now??'
Is this Karan I'm talking with? I couldn't believe my ears.
Better now!' I replied in a low voice.
I cooked more food today, I don't want it to get wasted, so eat that food, if you want'.
He never showed his love or care directly. Such an egoist!!
Ok, I will eat I said hiding my smile.
OK bye' he kept the phone...
That day evening Sameer; Karan's younger brother and shristi came to Indoor for giving Shagun ka gifts. By then karan too returned home. After spending some quality time together, they left to Chandigarh. I felt somewhat refreshed after seeing shristi.
Next day morning, It was pouring everywhere heavily. I was standing in the bus stand, it was already late for office and I missed my bus. I was not sure when the next bus was. A car came and stopped in front of me. I know it's his car, but I pretended like I didn't notice him.
My phone rang and it was him.
Hello' I said.
Come and get in to the car, you won't get the bus now, also it's raining heavily' He said in soft voice.
Its ok, I will go by auto.'
If you want... come, else I will go.'
I too didn't see any auto till now, so I decided to get into the car. Few seconds later I noticed a girl was sitting next to him.
Thanks' I said. But he didn't reply, he just started the car.
I reached office. After having seen a girl with him, how can I concentrate on my work. But I was too hesitant to ask him about that. But finally I gave up and I texted him.
Hi.. I will go home soon today and I forget to bring the keys with me, so try to come soon.'
No reply from him.
U there?'
Can u reply??'
R u busy??' Still no response. I waited for few more minutes.
My mobile beeped. It's him. With utter joy, I opened the msg. Can't u wait for 5 mins...hmmm...I vl
try 2 cum'
I don't know where to start about this, so I replied like, Thanks! So have you reached your office??'
I think my office is just five blocks far from yours.'
Ok OK, how s ur gal friend???'
Gal frnd???'
Ya, the gal in ur car'
She s nt my gal frnd,my colleague. She too was standing in the rain, so I picked her up, like I did you.'
Like me!!!! What a guy he is ?? Will he give lift for all the gals standing in the rain???
Ok, just for fun I asked, Come home soon, Bye' I ended the msg. I was angry to the core.
Preeta' I turned back , it was Joenita.'Is everything ok??'.
Yeah, just head ache' I replied, but seriously I got head ache after I saw his msgs.
If you don't mind...shall I ask you one thing, Preeta?'
Yeah sure' I know what she about to ask was.
Are you happy with your marriage life?? she asked hesitantly.
Sorry to ask this, Ever since you have joined office and within two days of your marriage I have not seen you talking with him in office hours!!!'.
I too wanted to open up now to someone. I have been dumping everything into me.
No Joenita, I am not happy with this marriage'
Did you love anyone??'
Yeah, I loved, but I hate him now'
Oh!!!! Then, try to forget your lover and start your life with Karan, I think he will understand you.' After hearing this, I don't know whether I should laugh or cry, ' Joenita, I loved this Karan only in my college days...'
Joenita Shocked on hearing this.
To be continued....
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