Part: 4

Kripa was tossing on bed. She was not getting sleep. Getting flashes of Misthy's tension and thinking about the person whom she wanted to show Kripa in the auditorium.

"Is she really wants me to meet him/her ? Or she wants to see someone for her sake?" Kripa was puzzled and could not come out with any conclusion. 
Her thoughts went over all old classmates.

Siddarth looked so funny and jolly even now. When he was in the school all friends used to make him work for them like carrying books, order snacks in the canteen.

Harshu became a doctor? Very surprising! kitna average ladki thi class mein.

Aur Anita a housewife? Unbelievable. Lagthi thi ki Bindaas goomthi.

Nishant, he is 2 years older than us, school chodne ke baad rakhi ka happy days khatam ho gaya. Gouri se milna hai, Nishu ke pasand achi hi hogi.

 Aaliyah looks so matured and dignified. Haan Misthy bhi kitna badi lagthi hai. We both are same age but still she protects me so much with motherly affection. Kartik and she are made for each other.

Prithvi looking after his mom's business. He used to sing songs so good but not like???? HIM?? Who? Who is he? We used to call him 'PRINCE' but he's not from our school. But we used to meet him very regularly. Haan he's Misthy's family friend. Woh theen chaar saal hum sabb se bade they. Prithvi used to compete with him. We had once very big annual celebrations and he had also participated in spite of Principle's rejection. But what's his name? Kripa got up and seriously trying to recollect his name. Whom Prithvi used to compete always? We used to give programmes in school and Prithvi's company celebrations. Yes he used to sing very nice. He has very melodious voice. Who is he? I used to go around with him. I know I know I know him. Who? Kya naam hai uska? " Kripa started getting flashes, herself with somebody else who held her so tightly close to his face. 

She struggled to identify the person.. In the past 10yrs of busy life and gap in contacts with her friends she almost forgot everything that she got thru her schooling days.

Lastly she decided to ask Misthy about the "Prince" in the morning. Suddenly she felt some pain in stomach and got up from bed. She took some pain killer and went to bed.

She then got a call from her mom. Her mom said she wass missing her and enquired about her visit in India. Kripa talked about everyone and after the call fell asleep fast coz of pain killer.

Morning:

Kripa woke up around 10 and had breakfast and went out for shopping. Kripa forgot about last night's struggle about the name of the boy and became busy in shopping. She was in the toys shop looking for some good toys for all kids of her friends.

Suddenly Bani came from behind and hugged Kripa. Kripa was surprised and received her warmly and asked about Misthy. Misthy came with some old lady. Misthy introduced her as her friend's dadi and Kripa to her. Kripa paid respects to her. She asked Misthy about evening program and took permission from her to take kids to movie. Bani was happy and ready to go with Kripa from shop itself. Misthy laughed "kya jaadoo kardiya meri bachon pe"?

Kripa smiled and left with Bani promising that she would take Bheem in the evening. .

"Dadi! Yeh vahi Kripa hai jisne Angad doondh raha hai" explained Misthy looking the way Kripa left.

Dadi nodded her head "bahoot pyarisi bachi hai", commented and started asking more about Kripa.

Misthy explained everything from the beginning. "Dadi! Main soch rahi hoon ki Angad ke concert pe un dono ko milwadoon" Misthy told her plan.

Dadi praised Misthy for standing support to Angad. Misthy acknowledged it with a big smile.

Since the next day was Sunday Kripa took kids for sleep over after the movie and dropped them the next morning. Misthy forced Kripa to stay for lunch so all would go together to the concert.

Kripa wanted to stay home alone for rest of day since she restlessly spent  last night in  recollecting past memories. But changed the idea for Misthy and started calling everyone.

Kripa was hesitating to ask Misthy about the "Prince" and dint get any chance so far too.

All friends came to Misthy's house for lunch. Everyone brought some dish and shared among them. They finished lunch together cracking jokes among them.

When Kripa was busy with kids and Tannu in watching MTV, Siddu, Aaliyah, Harshini, Anita, Karan went inside to Misthy. They asked if she informed Angad about Kripa. Misthy told that she could not contact Angad coz of his busy schedule and rehearsals. she added that she was planning to bring them in front of each other after the concert. Everyone cautioned her in anticipation of tension between Angad and Kripa.
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Concert:

First kids performed dhoom dance and all audience appreciated the choreography for their performance. Kripa went to receive Bheem and other kids and congratulated everyone.

Next item was Angad's concert. Misthy and others were waiting for Kripa to come back to her seat but Kripa dint turn up till Angad's performance was over. Angad did only 2 items since it was fund raising celebrations.

Misthy was disappointed but was still waiting for Kripa. As soon as Kripa came to her seat Misthy dragged her to the back stage. Kripa was surprised for her act and asked why she was so particular to show some one to her. Misthy dint answer her and Kripa followed her.

Behind the stage a guy of 6foot with black suit showing his back talking to the manager.

"Show bahut acha chal raha hai Sir! We got very good response for funds we really obliged to you." Thanking the manager.

"It's my pleasure Mr. Sinha! I'm also happy for the response from public" reciprocated the Guy.

The manager saw Misthy and greeted before taking leave.

Misthy reached the Guy calling "ANGAD."

The Guy, Angad turned back to Misthy, He wore a light blue dress shirt with black suit, navy blue tie with small light blue spots on it. Well combed hair. Big eyes. Sharp big nose. Fair complexion. He's the rock star and helping the show to raise funds.

"Hey Misthy", greeted Angad with strong heavy voice. Then he saw a lady came in front of him from Misthy's behind.

Misthy looked at Kripa to see her reaction.

Angad was stunned, surprised, shocked to see Kripa there and forgot to blink his eyes, forgot to say something. Just looking at her surprisingly. He could not believe himself to see Kripa there so suddenly. He was getting flashes of his past where he and Kripa held so close and Kripa bidding 'bye' to him.

 
Kripa took initiative to break the silence "hello! I'm Kripa" stretched her hand for Angad's. Angad was still in shock and forgot to respond. Misthy was still shocked for Kripa's behavior though she expected it before and dint realize how to react. Angad was still standing and Misthy searched for words to speak. Angad stood still with disbelief in his eyes. Kripa was confused for their action and started conversation,

"Sorry! Angad I missed your show coz I was talking with someone outside and they are my neighbors in NY"explained Kripa why she had missed his show. She looked for Misthy's help to escape from Angad's looks.

Kartik came behind to help Misthy and understood the situation.

 
"Chalo Kripa! U already missed his show don't miss any more shows" he took her to audience.

Angad was still glancing at Kripa's way and a small tear drop fell from his eyes. Misthy was guilty and confused. Program coordinator-cum-Manager came and took Angad inside.

 
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Midnight;

Misthy was struggling for sleep and Kartik was observing her uneasiness.
"Relax Misthy! I expected this from Kripa. You only wondered at Kripa not even mentioning Angad's name. She might have forgotten him for real. Kripa was a carefree girl as much as I observed so far. She was very straight forward and I don't think she's hiding something from anyone. She must have forgot everything for real" Kartik tried to comfort Misthy.

"No Kartik! I don't think. How can a girl forget her first love? Though she lived 10years away from the place where she shared all her childhood and a man whom she moved so closely with ?" Misthy was surprised for Kripa's behavior in the concert for not recognizing Angad.

"I'm feeling guilty for Angad. It was my mistake for not preparing him for this and not telling about Kripa's visit" two tear drops fell from Misthy's eyes.

"It's not your fault you tried to contact him but he was busy with his rehearsals" Kartik supported and cuddled her as consoled her.

"Anyways let's talk about this tomorrow" Kartik switched off the light.

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