Saawan Aaya Hai
part 1
Raman's business associate had kept a party which he need to attend along with Ishita. The party venue was on outskirts of city on Delhi Gurgaon highway and by the time they were heading back in the car, it was already late.
Yess Mammiji. It will take us 2 more hours to reach home. You please make Ruhi sleep. Raman heard her saying to his mom as he turned the steering to take a turn.
She was dressed in white and black saree which he had gifted her on karvachouth and he wore blue shirt with a black suit. She smiled as she remembered his friends saying how they complemented each other. Raman turned on the music as the sweet air blowed through the car windows.
It seems like it can rain any time. Said Ishita enjoying the natural beauty and air.
Hmm...came his reply.
After about 10 minutes of drive, car stopped.
What happened?
Will have to check. He saud shaking his head.
They came outside. He tried to search for the fault but to no avail.
What?
Only a mechanic can tell.
Oh shit...Now?
Now...lets look for some convenience. He said and started walking. She followed annoyed.
The weather was not good. The cold wind started blowing and in no time they were drenched in rain. The memories of their previous rain encounter overcame to their mind. Their first kuch kuch hota hai moment. Ishita wondered if today could be something new for them again. She looked at him. He was walking, his eyes on both sides of road looking for something - maybe some vehicle for lift. Disheartened, she turned her head and started looking downwards. He had his own thoughts. Last time, in giving her that one kkhh moment of her life, he was on verge of losing his self control. Only he knew how badly he desired her that very moment in that very form. But he also knew she was not prepared for it. For the kind of innocent and giving she is, he had to take baby steps in progress of their relationship lest she hurts herself in pleasuring him.
The way she at once came when he called her for dance showed that she will always be ready to follow what he asked her to do. She will do anything for him. But he wanted her to feel the same desire for him and then move forward..not out of submission. He glanced a look at her to see what she was doing when he found her eyes fixed on the road noticing every step of theirs. He chukled. The air became colder and Ishita felt a sudden shiver in her body. Rains and cold wind made her body shiver and Raman noticed it. She covered herself with her arms to give warmth but was still shivering when she found his hands on her shoulder helping her to wear his coat. She looked at him. He smiled and asked her to wear it properly. She raised her arms while he helped her with it. She remenbered how he had hung his coat on a tree branch once when they had met earlier before their marriage. The very thought of it brought a smile on her lips. He noticed her like this as he finished his task and was surprised.
What?? Came his baffled question checking if he made her wear perfectly.
Nothing..she replied laughing as she continued her walk. He followed her.
Okk...If you dont want to tell. He said and shook his head.
Nothing like that Raman. I was just reminded of one incident. She said chukling.
What?? He asked curiously.
Remember...you offered me your coat earlier also once. That too by hanging it on a tree branch. She said this time laughing out loudly.
A smile crept up his lips as he remembered how they used to fight cats and dogs. No doubt, their talks still majorly include fighting elements but now he really looks forward to it. He loves teasing her..her widened eyes and pouted lips encourage him to tease her further.
Coming out of his thoughts, he spoke as his ears registered her loud laughter still in air, Whats there to laugh in it? Obviously, I will not put my coat on a stranger's shoulder naa. Even if she feels cold. He said sounding casually.
Stranger?
Yess...at that you were only a stranger for me.
And now? Came her quick reply.
What now? Of course..you are my wife now. Unwantedly, God has tied you to me. So I'll have to do this.
But there was always a midway Raman. She said softly.
What do you mean? He was confused.
You could have simply handed it to me. That day and even today. Came her reply.
Ishita??? He was confused what she actually meant.
I mean you show anger and hatered in more than required way. And now love also...you showed in...she stopped in between registering her words and sent silent prayers to heaven that he had not listened to it. Her steps came to a halt and he followed the suite. I mean...she tried to change the course of her talk...
What? What did you just say? He asked her as a smile covered his face.
What? I said you show anger and hatered in more than required way. She said trying to sound normal.
Noo..that I listened. After that?
After that? No..I didnt say anything. I was still to speak naa. She spoke, nervousness audible in her voice.
He smirked at her trying to hide it from him now. No..you said something. I heard. He didnt want to leave her at this question now. Maybe it could open way for their further talks.
She became nervous and spoke with hesitation. No Raman..I didnt say anything.
Really?? But I actually thought I heard something. This time he went closer while speaking urging her to say again.
Her steps moved backward in anticipation. He was nearing her and she was trying to escape him and his glare.
I told you naa. Its your dillusion. I didnt say anything. She spoke moving backwards.
But I heard it.
Raman...she spoke as she hit behind in a tree..her back crashing in to the stem. He encircled his both arms on her either side captivating her. His eyes glued to her face and a smile covering his face.
What? He said coming dangerously close to her.
She closed her eyes as she saw his face approaching hers. Her wet form was really inviting. He wanted to give into his needs and grab her but her shut eyes stopped him. He gently brought his thumb to her lips and wiped a rain drop at the corner of it. His hand lingering on her face longer than required.
She shivered as she felt his touch. Her heart racing thousand times faster...Her breathing became heavy. He moved backwards giving her the much required air for herself.
Lets look for some vehicle for lift or some rest house nearby. He said bringing himself back to the road. She felt his hand being removed from her face and then being released herself from his hold. It was his voice which made her open her eyes. She found him waiting for her on the road and stabling herself, followed him.
The silence crept up as they made their way towards the nowhere leading road. Both of them needed it as they had to savour their close moments which happened minutes ago. He didnt ask her again and she didnt reply him.
She loved him. And she knew he also did. But was waiting for him to speak. And today out of nowhere, she herself spoke that word which she had been stopping for days to come to her tounge.
He just wondered. Was she ready to listen what he had to say. Well, her behaviour told she was. She no more got angry when he neared her. Maybe, she was waiting for him to speak.
Their silent and thoughtful walk again came to a halt as they saw some light nearby. They looked at each other and then decided to make their way towards it.
As they neared, they saw the source of light was a lanteren in a hut which was few hundred metres away from the road. They entered inside and saw that it was empty. The keeper might have rushed to village houses for some better shelter in this weather - they assumed themselves.
The weather was getting worsened and it seemed like the only place they could hide in before catching cold. Ishita was already sneezing. And a single shirt was not helping Raman either.
There was one mat lying in a corner. Raman picked it and laid it on the soil for them to sit. But it will also get wet...she said sneezing. Raman also sneezed in answer...Then?
Dont know..she said helplessly. But we will catch cold. Infact its already there..we will fall ill.
Frustrated of his wet clothes, Raman took off his shirt and started removing his pant. Arre..wat are you doing. She said closing her eyes with her hands and turning backwards.
Now wat can I do. Cant stay in such clothes all night. He said and took a piece of cloth lying on the floor to wipe his body.
Now turn around. Or you plan to stand luke this whole night. She turned and slowly opened her eyes to find only in his innerwear. He was wiping his body when she asked...From where did you get this cloth.
Was lying here. Picked it up.
It might be dirty.
Atleast not wet. It can help me dry my body.
Okk..she said and moved toward the eartheren pot to have some water.
Will you drink? She asked.
Sure..he replied as he completed his task of wiping himself. She brought the water for him but before she could hand it, the glass fell from her hand as she sneezed again.
Ishita??? He said annoyed.
Srry...I think I caught cold. She said apologizing.
Its ok. I think you should also change. He saud worried.
What? What will I wear? She replied at once.
Well...he tried to look for something here and there...but found nothing. Its okk...you can take off your saree.
What? No...I m ok with it. She replied nervously.
Dont worry..I wont eat you. He tried to comfort her. You'll get ill by morning if you remain in wet saree. And how will you sleep?
No Raman..I'll manage. She replied again with a sneeze.
Okk as you wish..he said..but atleast let me wipe your body and hair. You will feel better. He said concerened.
She couldn't turn down his genuine wish. So simply nodded her head murmuring an okk. He took the cloth piece and wiped her face and arms. His touch sent shivers down her spine but she controlled herself. Wiping her neck and upper part of her bosom, he turned her around and dried her wet airs. Then shifting them aside, his hands went to her back. He was playing with her senses feeling each of her body part staying there for long intervals. As he was wiping her shoulder, she let out another sneeze which irritated him and he unpinned the pallu of her saree voicing...I told you naa to come out of this wet saree. But you wont listen. Will go on sneezing and catch fever but will not act on my advice. He said furiously turning her around and then bringing his hand to her waist where the saree was tucked, he took it out opening the plates and entire piece of cloth fell on the floor forming a heap around them.
End of part 1.
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