Part 1
"Raman, my dear Raman, don't worry, I will always be there for you. I know I left you when you were very young and vulnerable and I am sorry for that. I love you, beta and I will always watch you from above..."
Raman got up. The dream made him very uneasy. It was already morning
Raman - This is the 5th time in the week I have seen the same dream. It is driving me crazy. I need to talk to Mummy ji right away.
Raman goes to his mother, Mrs. Santosh Kaur who is waiting for him at the breakfast table
Raman - Good morning, Mummy ji.
Mummy ji - Good morning dear Raman. Did you sleep well?
Raman - I have to talk to you. I saw Daddy ji in my dream again. It is troubling me a lot. Everytime I see him he is always apologizing to me. Why do I keep seeing him again and again. I think I need to see a doctor.
Mummy ji - Oh Raman! don't worry so much. Probably your Daddy ji keeps coming in your dreams because he feels sorry for not being there in your growing up years. And he died with that guilt. Beta, he loved you a lot. So don't think about visiting a doctor or anything, just relax. Just think that Daddy ji is watching over you always. So now hurry up and eat your breakfast...
Raman felt comforted by his mother's words. He sat down at the breakfast table and had the toast kept on his plate.
Raman Bhalla's father, died of heart attack when he was only 12 years old. With his death, Raman and his mother had to go through many hardships. Raman and his mother were financially dependent on his father who remained abroad most of the time on business. After his death, their company became bankcrupt. Raman and his mother were finding it difficult to carry on with their daily expenses. When things were looking bleak, Raman's uncle came to their aid. He took them in and took care of them. He took care of Raman's education and ensured that he completed it. On completing his education, Raman started his own business and eventually became one of the most respected billionaires in India. He and his mother lived in his huge mansion in South Mumbai. When he had made his first profits in business, his uncle passed away. This had made him very afraid of keeping anyone too close to him, as he felt that they would leave him. Even though he hardly saw his father, he really loved him. Whenever, Mr Omprakash Bhalla was in town, he would take his entire family out to the cinemas and for dinners. He was also afraid of losing Mummy ji, his only family. All these events in life had made him really insecure.
However, since Raman had achieved so much in such less amount of time he had also become very proud and egoistic. He wouldn't like to be disrespected in any manner. Mummy ji, was aware of this about Raman. She prayed to God daily, asking for Raman to become a better person.
Raman - Mummy ji, since our company has signed the deal with the American company, I have decided to throw a party for our employees. An evening so that they can let their hair down and enjoy themselves!
Mummy ji - Okay beta, also is Shagun coming?
(Okay, I know you guys are gonna kill me for this but I had no choice) Shagun was Raman's girlfriend of four years. Raman, did like her but he wasn't sure whether he loved her or not. Shagun was known as the most beautiful woman on Mumbai's social circuit. Whatever she did made headlines. But Shagun was only with Raman for his money. She wanted to marry him only for his money and live a lavish life. Raman however was not aware of this.
Raman - Yes. Would you also come Mummy ji?
Mummy ji - No puttar ji, you enjoy. What will I do in party full of young people? You and Shagun enjoy.
Raman - Okay. I kept on Saturday purposely so that the employees are fresh since they have an off today.
Mummy ji - Good beta. Go get freshened up.
On the other hand, one of Raman's employees, Mr. Vishwanathan was confused. He knew the party was a big deal and wanted to look his best. Vishwanathan was the Manager of the Sales department of Raman's company. As one of the top employees of the company he had to look his best.
Vishwanathan(to himself) - Should I wear this or this?
Then suddenly Ishita came running in the room. Ishita was Vishwanathan's daughter. She worked as a PA in a smaller company. She was a beautiful girl full of life and enthusiasm
Ishita - Kya hua Papa? Why are you so tensed?
Vishwanathan - I have this party to attend in the evening and I am not sure what to wear.
Ishita - Don't worry Appa! Do not fear when Ishita is here!
She picked out the black suit he was holding in his right hand.
Ishita - Wear this Appa. You will look so young and smart!
Vishwanathan - Thank you my daughter dearest!
Mihika - Oh ho! Dekho kitna pyaar ho raha hain!
Mihika was Ishita's younger sister who was studying in college.
Ishita - Mihika, Don't you want to go to college today? Bekaar time waste karna to koi tumse seekhe!
Mihika- Ha Akka, jaungi par pehle mujhe aapse lift toh chahiye
Ishita - Shaitaan! Papa tell her na not to bug me! Today is my holiday!
Mihika- Please drop me!
Vishwanathan - Ishita, jaao usse college chhod aao.
Ishita - Okay Appa, I will go
Later in the evening, at around 7pm, it was time for Vishwanathan to leave for the party. Suddenly,
Vishwanathan - Oh no! my driving license has expired! Now I can't drive till I apply for it again!
Madhavi - Ayoo kya hua? Itna shor kisliye?
Vishwanathan - Madhavi, mera license expire ho gaya hai. Main gaadi nahi chala sakoonga jab tak naya license nahi aa jata. Hum office bus se jaatein hain is karan humein iska pata nahi chala. How will I go now? It is important for me to go for the party!
Madhavi - Arree, why so much tension? Just take Ishu with you, she has her license na. Ishu beta...
Ishita - Yes Amma..
Madhavi - You go along with your Appa to the party. He can't drive because his license has expired. You drive the car.
Ishita - But amma, is it okay to go? Isn't it appa's office party?
Vishwanathan - Beta, that is not a problem. You can come. Many employees are bringing guests along so its fine. Go get ready.
Ishita - Okay Appa!
Ishita was excited for the sudden change in the plans. She hurriedly went to her room and picked out her best dress to wear. She selected a beautiful cerulean blue anarkali kurta churidar she had bought just recently. She got ready in half hour and was ready to go.
Vishwanathan - Okay bye we are leaving!
Madhavi and Mihika - Bye!
Ishita and Vishwanathan left her house. Ishita started the car and they left. After getting stuck in traffic and so for about 45 mins to 1 hr, they reached. Ishita parked the car and they headed towards the party hall
Ishita - Appa, which floor is the hall on?
Vishwanathan - 3rd floor
Ishita - Okay, let's go!
Precap - Ishita and Raman first meeting...good or bad?
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