I think this is the quickest update of this ss and the only reason of this update is overwhelming response you people have given. I never had the idea that you will love it so much. Thnks a ton to all those who read it, liked it or commented on it. It really means a lot. And all your replies have inspired me to write more. Just loved each n every review.
I want to make some clarification before I proceed with next part. As I said in intro too, this is the story of two friends...two best friends who share their life with each other. And its about how a girl who has come in place of her friend after her death. I know none of us is a big Shagun fan. Even am not trust me. But here...if you feel uncomfy with that Shagun...feel free to think any good friend of yours. Its a journey of friendship to love.
Stopping my rant here. Once again a big cheers to all the readers here. Luv you all. Thnks for your support.
Part 5
Ishita...beta can you please go and give this breakfast to Romi. Mrs. Bhalla said to her daughter in law who was playing with Ruhi in living room. Dont know whats wrong with this boy? Have called him so many times but he is not coming outside. She said as she handed over the tray to her. Dont worry Mammi ji..I'll check..she said as she put the kid in pram and headed towards her bil room.
I said naa no. Ishita found Romi speaking to someone furiously on the phone as she stood at the door of his room. No...I wont come. He almost shouted. Romi..Ishita called and he cut his phone in a jiffy. Why are you shouting? Anything serious? She asked concerned as she entered the room. Nothing...he said rudely and left for washroom. Ishita kept the tray on bed wondering for his behaviour and was about to leave the room when her eyes fell on his phone lying there. Who was he talking to? Her curosity took more of her and his cell was in her hand.
What are you doing Bhabhi? He shouted standing at the door of bathroom making ishita shiver in nervousness. Nahi..I was just...she tried to explain keeping the phone back on its place. He reached to her by then and snatched if from her rudely. Look...I know you are married to bhai and living as Ruhi's mom here. But that doesn't give you the rights of interfering in Romi Bhalla's life. Ishita looked at him shocked. Next tym...take permission before touching my things or better never touch them. He picked up his bag and left the room while Ishita absentmindedly followed him with the tray.
Romi...did you have breakfast? Mrs. Bhalla called him as he entred the living area. But he was long gome out of the house. God knows whats wrong with this boy? She complained to her husband. He neither talks nor eat properly. Let it be Toshiji...he will be back to his real self soon. He calmed her down while other family members looked on.
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Happy brthday to you...
Happy brthday to you...
Happy brthday dear Romi.
Romi entered his home late at evening only to be welcomed by pitch of darkness and silence followed by loud hustle bustle of family singing brthday song for him. He smiled...and he was amused as well as confused.
His family...the loud punjabi family..which had become silent for long now...was happily chirping around him. But no one remembered it since morning. Then how come now a party is arranged. But yess...he could see all happy faces after more than a month. Wishes, gifts, dinner and dance...party was in full swing.
-Romi
-Yes Bhai
-Here...a gift for you.
-Its a huge one. Whats it bhai?
-Open and check yourself.
-Bhaii!!! Guitar???
How did you know I wanted it?
Romi almost jumped in joy. Raman laughed at his antics.
-Here is something else for you too.
Romi opened the enveloped with curosity.
-Chetanaya Music School. Bhai...its best in Delhi. It was my dream to learn music there. How did you know?
Romi hugged his brother.
Your bhabhi told me.
Raman said hugging him back. The smile on his face faded away as he remembered telling about his wish to his dearest bhabhi.
Bhabhi...Next month will be admissions. At any cost...I want to learn music there. And its your responsibility to convince bhai.
Romi...I bet Raman will murder me someday just because of you. Every time I have to come between you two and advocate you.
Come on Bhabhi...Cant you do this much for me? Only you can help me and bhai will not say no to you.
In your dreams devar ji. You know his temper. Moreover...he is always annoyed of your music. Even I cant help in this case.
Bhabhi...you cant back out. You will have to talk.
Okk...if you say I will try. But I cant promise...cos I dnt think he will agree.
You are my jaan bhabhi. Let me tell you a trick. When bhai comes naa...seduce him and when he is all lost into you...just make him agree to whatever you feel like. So simple.
You better run for your life Bhalla or trust me...you will not be left in condition to be ever seduced by any girl.
Romi laughed out loudly and sprang out of room leaving behind chirpy Shagun who by now was picking up her cell phone only to get call from the person she was going to call about.
Now...this is what we call love. You people feel like talking to each other at same time only. He smirked and earned a pillow on his head in response before finally closing the door behind.
Romi...he heard her call him half an hour later. Yess bhabhi...you did my work? He entered living area. You first get ready and take me to airport. Airport? Where are you going? Nowhere...My friend Ishita is coming from Chennai. I have called her to spend some time with me during my pregnancy. I could have gone myself to pick her but Raman doesn't want me to drive in such state. She pointed to her babay bump. And he himself is busy in some meeting. Okk...in two minutes Bhabhi. And you know what...we cam have your fav ice cream during our long drive. He encircled his arms around her neck. I know why you are pampering me with long drive and ice cream. Too smart boy. She slapped on his head.
By the way Bhabhi...why did you not talk to bhai when he called you an hour back.
He asked as he turned the steering to take a turn.
Romi...you get too restless. He was busy. Let him come home...I will..
She could never complete her words as a speeding truck coming from opposite direction hit into the car crashing it into pieces while Shagun and Romi felt a jerk in forward direction. Aah...Shagun screamed keeping a hand on her stomach before she became unconscious.
A silent tear escaped Romi's eyes as he remembered rushing to hospital takimg Shagun..and then calling Raman and family...birth of Ruhi and Shagun breathing her last. It took Ishita to shake his shoulder vigorously to bring him out of his trance and register the surroundings.
Party was in full swing and everyone was busy dancing. Raman was about to leave when he stopped him with his words. But Bhai..Shagun Bhabhi was never able to talk to you. I mean...her accident...his words trailed off as he tried to understand the look on his brother's face. The mere mention of word Shagun was enough to bring all the memories back. His smile faded. Shagun also knew about it? He asked in a hoarse voice. Ishita could see sadness engulf him as he said those words. Not Shagun bhabhi? Then how do you know Bhai? She...he pointed to Ishita...while Romi looked at her confused and shocked. This was least expected from her...any family member...he would not have mind but Ishita? She knew and she convinced Bhai for me? He shifted his gaze between his bhai and new Bhabhi.
Excuseme...Raman said and left for his room to be to himself once again...his only solace for last one month.
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How come you knew about my dream of music? Ishita heard a voice from behind as she stood in the balcony late night. Her hands rested on the railing while she was busy inhaling the cool winter air into her system as he approached and stood beside her. Her silence made him repeat his action. Shagun had talked about it once. Infact last talk we had before I boarded the flight was Shagun in tension as she had to talk about it to Raman. She completed in a go.
I am sorry for morning. Actually my mood was off and I...he didnt know what to speak but his tone was guilty. Its okk...she smiled. I can understand...it was your birthday and no one wished you...you were upset. She patted his shoulder..I hope you are happy now. He nodded. By the way bhabhi...how were you able to convince bhai? Rinki and Simmi came from behind. I dont know...I mean I just told him Romi wanted this. He said he wants him to join his bussiness. I was like...let him do what he is interested in. He should not be forced. He thought for a while and then said ok.
What?? Siblings spoke up in unison shocked while Ishita quirked her brows.
-bhai said ok?
-he didnt shout back?
-he didnt lose his control?
-he didnt give you a lecture?
-he didnt scold you?
Hold on hold on...all of you are asking so many questions. Ishita raised her arms. Yess...he thought for a while and said ok. Next she saw was the three of them bowing down their with their hands joined heads in front of her. She laughed at the scene. Bhabhi...you are great. Trust me...we four...I mean we three and Shagun bhabhi had been struggling for last one year...how to convince him. You simply told him and you were saved from his wrath. Ishita smiled at this. Well...your bhai knows why he said yes but he did...so just relax. Ishita felt like being a part of that family for the first time. Infact they were all laughing and teasing each other and she was too happy to see them like this...this was not common...atleast not since the time she had come here.
Bhai...this calls for a treat.
Sure..where do you want?
Lets order Pizza and watch some movie...its been too long we had our house party.
Good idea.
Come Bhabhi.
No no...its ok. You people enjoy. I'll take a leave. She tried to go but they stopped her.
Come on bhabhi...you are the reason we are going to celebrate today. Wont you accompany us.
But I...
Bhabhi plss...
Okk...I'll check Ruhi and come.
Romi...set DVD...am calling Dominos.
Which movie Simmi di?
Mohabbatein.
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Raman Kumar Bhalla was getting one more sleepless night today...tossing in his bed...like he had been having since a month. But his thinking was on different route today. Shagun...Raman you have to think about Shagun...you remember? He was trying time and again to shift his focus to his dead wife and the moments they had spent together...but again..all he was thinking about was conversation he had with Ishita this morning. Why the hell?
Romi's craze for music is not new to him. And he is not a kid to be fooled...when everyone talks about his admission in that school...its not that he never knew. Ofcourse he did...infact he was waiting for anyone to just speak up on his face so that he can give a peace of mind...how business is important and useless music cant be made carrier. But today...when Ishita said that...It was his interest. And if he is interested...he will do it with heart...will try his best...he agreed at once. What was wrong with you Raman? You agreed to that madrasan. He got up from his bed and moved towards the window of room. Am sure...if Shagun would have said it naa...I would have given her a good dose. She doesnt know practicality, hardships, suffering...just laughing and fooling around doesnt make your carrier. It takes lots of efforts. But listening those words from Ishita, he didnt feel like telling the same to her.
She is just your type Raman. Gets up early, so sensible, so mature unlike me who fights with everyone. I bet her partener will never have any problem from her. Specially if the person is like you who wants everything perfect on time. The type of girlfriend you always wanted...Alas you got me.
Shagun's words kept ringing in his ears.
Had Shagun been on her place, could she have handled someone else's daughter like her. He couldnf help but think. No..he knew the answer. She was immature for such things. But why was he comparing...he smacked himself. Shagun waa Shagun...his love, his life. Every person is different by nature and ishita is more calm and composed. Thats why only he was able to trust her words for Romi...for if she sees he has potential..he must be having. Hell no...it doesnt mean he didnt trust Shagun...it was just...she was too naive.
He shook his head and his throat felt dry. Why there is no water in the bottle yrr? He came downstairs frustated when he saw the most usual scene of his home and he never knew when there was a smile on his face. Rinki was sitting on the floor with a pizza in one hand and coke in the other. Her eyes glued to tv screen. Romi, sitting beside was taking sip from her drink saving his own to drink later. Simmi sitting on sofa behind was trying to stop him by gestures...not leaving tv screen. He chukled...so they are back with their nonsense...he thougt.
But the fourth person he saw made his heart flutter. Yess...it was his new wife replacing his old one. Only if...Shagun was still here..he thought. Not that ishita was bad but she was not his love. She was busy serving everyone their share of edibles and drinks...unlike Shagun...he thought again...who would herself pounce upon them like his siblings. Ofcourse he used to laugh at that but he clearly remembered saying Shagun once or twice to be elder to them sometimes but she never took it seriously. And here today...his wife was being responsible and elder. The only difference being...that wife was not whom he wanted.
You here...you needed something? Only she was concious of surroundings...he thought. Others were too busy to even shift their gaze for a second. She got up, gave him water and came back.
You are now member of our gang Bhabhi and there is one important rule of our gang. Ishita looked at them surprised. Ignore Bhai...what? Her voice was full of shock and loud. They all chukled. Yess...you know wats the name of our gang? Ishita nodded her head in negative. Its 'Anti RKB'. We call our group anti RKB group bcoz we always do what he says not to. Remember this policy now onwards. Ishita laughed out loudly at that. A laughter...that reached her eyes...he looked from corner of his eye. Afterall..he cant leave the habit of evesdropping. For the first time...since she was here...he actually realised she had a very good smile and she could laugh from heart too.
Raman went inside while siblings started sharing their top secrets with the new member of their gang. Bhabhi...you know wat? Simmi di has an affair in office.
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Where are you people taking me? Ishita tried to open her blindfold but she was stopped again by Simmi who was dragging her. Keep on walking Ishita. We are just few steps away.
Surprise...Ishita opened her eyes to her family clapping for her. For you...Simmi said and gave her a pair of scissors to cut the ribbon. Ishita was happily amused. Mammiji...all this. Toshiji kept her hand on her DIL's head. Beta...you have done so much for this family. Its because of you we are happily together again. You brought back the life of this house. Cant we do this much for you? Ishita took her blessings.
Afterall...how can we let go of our bhabi's fashion designing course...Rinki said as she hugged her. Yess...from now on along with our family, you will be handling this boutique too. Bhalla ji blessed her. Ishita cut the ribbon with her inlaws and thanked them for the wonderful birthday gift.
Today...she got everything what she had stopped asking for lately. Her thoughts travelled to an year back when her dreams were shattered, her hopes lost and her life stopped. She had stopped expecting and asking for anything in life since then. But now...she finally had a family..of her dreams. Her father and mother figure...Toshiji and Bhallaji...cutie sister in laws, naughty brother in law and an adorable daughter. What more could she ask for? All she sent was a silent prayer to the Almighty above thanking Him for blessing her.
Pooja followed by a small get together and party. But her eyes searched for...only if her life could give her one more thing. She looked expectantly at the entrance. Bhabhi...Rinki kept a hand on her shoulder. Bhai had a conference today. He has gone to chandigarh. Ishita silently nodded her head. Its time to cut the cake. Come. She took her along.
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Raman entered little before midnight to the scene of his wife in half lying position on bed. Her eyes were clossed and her hands were on Ruhi clearly indicating that she had slept patting her. He opened the door creating minimal sound possible so as not to disturb them. As he entered, She woke up with a start. You came? Let me arrange dinner for you. He simply smiled cos there was no way he could say no.
Happy brthday...he said as she served him palak paneer. She was surprised and mouthed thanks. He was quick to see that questioning look on his face. I had to go for meeting...I knew it was your brthday and boutique plans too but...
But it was Shagun's dream and I simply couldn't see anyone else there...She completed on seeing his hesitation shocking him. Ishita???
I know Raman...and there is no need to be fake. You love her.
Yaa...but you? I mean you are my wife...dont you mind me talking about someone.
That someone was my friend too. And I already know much of your love and love story. I dont mind.
Okk...he was surprised. He always thought girls get jealous very easily.
But there is something more I want to say.
He raised his head to look at her.
Its been 6 months of our marriage Raman. We know we dont love each other but atleast we can be friends.
This was a new shock for him.
I dont like this awkwardness...I mean how long? I know and you know that you love Shagun. So...you can talk about it openly.
He found a new side of this woman today. Yess...there interactions had increased lately but he always had to think twice before talking spclly about Shagun and his past..how would she take it. Maybe he was more clear in showing...she understood his easiness. He wondered.
Friends? She brought her hand forward. He smiled and held her hand. Atleast...now I dont need to think what to say to you yrrr. He said laughing.
Ofcourse...you can talk openly now.
Vese I used to say you Moti Madrasan whe showed me your photo first time. He laughed remembering how he came to know about her.
And I called you ravan when Shagun mentioned about you first time. Ishita replied back only for both to burst into fits of laughter.
Well...Life is so unexpected naa. We never know when a person whom we know so less about...becomes a part of life. Raman spoke up. Ishita nodded. The rest of the evening passed with their talks...about themselves, about each other, about their first impression about each other and obviously the force which binds them Shagun.
Ishita showed him pics of morning inaugural function and her birthday. Well...I think you have moved over that Subbu. She raised her head listening to him nd their eyes met for a fraction of second. I mean you were not so happy in the begining of marriage but now I can see...you enjoy with everyone. I never thought you could laugh with my loud punjabi family. You were reserved type.
Coz I came to know what I got in return of Subbu from life. What? He asked at once. A fanily and love of loads of people. She laughed.
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So Hows it?
Sorry for the length. Maybe its a filler one more. But I wanted to show Ishita bonding with family and Ishra friendship begining. I choose that way because both were close to Shagun...maybe she can be their binding factor..atleast for friendship. For love...it will be?? Thats for you to guess. And pls...Shagun is not the one in the show. Imagine anyone else. I always told this was journey of two friends who will share a common love interest.
Precap is clear to all I guess...the much awaited begining of Ishra. I'll wind up the story in two more parts I guess. Hope you will bear it with me.
Srry...if it didnt reach your expectations. Will try to improve next part.
Wrote too long...expecting replies now.
Pms coming in some time.
P.s. Someone wanted me to write about Shagun accident. I hope its more clear now.
i dont have anymore flashbacks planned but if you want any particular scene...pls let me know
I will write it for sure.
thnkss
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