Chapter 165
Part 1
"Go now.. You are getting late for office.. "
"Yeah yeah "
"Armaan ! "
"Hmm ? "
"I love you.. "
3 years Later :
"I am so sorry gentleman for being late.. Lets start the meeting.. " Armaan joined his colleagues in the conference hall. Armaan Mallik, now 24 yrs old was working as the CEO of Mallik industries.. As he had joined every person had welcomed him enthusiastically.. Despite being the head of the Mallik industry he was friends with every person in the office. And people loved working along with him. He was still the shy and quiet man which everyone adored..
Armaan carried out the conference with utter concentration. He loved working among responsible and confident people. Throught out the 3 years his work has become his passion. No one in officer worked the way he had done in this past three years. Armaan carried on suggesting different bids unknown to the gaze which followed his every move. A smile which was on the person's face while she kept staring at him.. Seema set across Armaan and tried to hide the smile which always came on her lips whenever she saw Armaan. He was smart, confident but on otherside Shy and quiet. He could be every girls dream.. She mused happily. Seema had been working as the personal secretary of Armaan from past 2 years. Her father was rich and sophisticated man. But Seema always wanted to do something from her own courage and willingness. For that reason she had joined in Mallik Industry. Seema was always a happy and confident girl. She loved wearing indian clothes , mainly Salwaar Kameez. Since the start of day she had always loved working along him. It was always fun and exciting.. Armaan always listened to her suggestions and laughed along with her.. After some months Seema realized she was forming a slight attraction towards him. She didint knew why but she started to stare at him with longed adoration. At times she wondered what he might be thinking of her. Did he like her the way she liked him. Has he formed any sort of feelings towards her the way she felt for him.. No one will ever know as Armaan Mallik was a mysterious man no one ever understood..
"Seema make sure you make brief notes of the conference meeting today.. Hand them to me by tomorrow.. " Armaan spoke as they headed together back to his cabin..
"Yes sir " Seema smiled... "Its been a long day.. How about some lunch.. "
Seema was nervous as she asked him. This was the first time she had offered him to go out with her.. Otherwise Armaan always made sure they met for lunch along with other colleagues. But Seema didint want it. She wanted to have lunch alone with him..
A sort of uncomfortable look came on his face.. Armaan looked away and spoke hesitantly.. "I already had lunch.. "
"When ?? " Seema asked surprised..
"I went outside.. " He replied briefly and got back to his work.. Seema shook her head when she remembered he had gone out for few hours before the meeting. "Ohh its fine i will see you after break.. "
Armaan just smiled and concentrated back to his work.. Seema took her bag and left the cabin disappointed..
"You are still awake ??? "
"Yeah. I just thought i will wait for you " She replied Shyly..
He walked near the dining table and glanced at the delicious food..
"You made all this for me.. ? "
"Ofcourse " She spoke quietly brushing off a tear..
"Heyy " He came towards her and set beside her.. "Why are you crying ?? I am so sorry i came late. "
"I am not angry " She bit her lip sniffing slightly.. "I am just so hungry.. "
He stared at her stunned.. "You havent ate anything.. "
A blush formed on her cheeks.. "I was waiting for you. I wanted to eat with you.."
He smiled.. He smiled wide.. "You are so adorable.. you know that right.. "
My Cinderella...
" Seema just get some courage and tell him how you feel.. " Natasha spoke as they set together having lunch.. " You like him and i guess Armaan also likes you. So why are u hesitating. "
"How can you say whether he likes me or not.. " Seema retorted.. " He hardly looks at me forget about having lunch even.. "
"Maybe he is too shy " Natasha tried again.. "Maybe he is shy enough to say how he feels.. "
"Maybe " Seema thought for a while.. "I dont know why i feel Armaan keeps hiding things from us.. " She sighed softly.. "He is so mysterious.. "
"That he is " Natasha rolled her eyes.. " But who cares . He talks with you. He laughs with you. He likes working with you.. All i am saying is just go and spill what you feel for him.. "
"Its too early " Seema argued.. " But i will sure tell soon. I have a feeling Armaan Mallik does have some feeling for me.. "
"Armaan Sir.. Are you sure we should walk with this company.. " Seema spoke as she discussed the project with Armaan.. "They look too weak.. "
"No they dont " Armaan disagreed instantly.. " They might look small but they have potentiality.. Am sure they will be able to pull off the project perfectly with us.. "
"But sir " Seema frowned doubtfully.. " I still dont know why i feel this isint a wise idea.. "
Armaan stayed quiet for a while and spoke confidently.. "I trust myself. And my instincts say we will do great with them.. Shall we end the discussion now.. "
Seema nodded unhappily and took the file.. As she made way to the door she glanced back at Armaan who stood near the window staring outside.. She didint feel happy that he didint accept her suggestions.. And she didint understood what sort of courage he possessed in himself. And from whom...
"I cant do this " Armaan set on the bed tiredly.. "I hardly have a knowledge i dont know if i can make wise decisions.. "
She just smiled and set beside him.. Tenderly she rubbed his neck soothing his tensed muscles.. "Ofcourse you can take good decisions. All you have to do is trust your instincts.. "
Armaan stared at her shining eyes for a while as she smiled widely.. Her eyes smile was like homecoming for him. He frowned slightly.. "I.. I am still not sure.."
"I trust you " She interrupted him cheerfully..
"But.. "
"I trust you " She repeated again softly.. "
"I dont know " He shook his head "Taking such big decisions.. "
She cupped his face and stared in his eyes reassuring him.. "I trust you Armaan.."
And as she spoke the words he felt as if all his worry and tension left him at once..
"And i love you.. "
"I am telling you Balraj.. I have a feeling that girl is perfect for our Armaan.. " Veena spoke as she set beside her husband who was surprised by her words.. "You mean Seema ? "
Veena shook her head excitedly.. "Dont you know which family she belongs to.. Raichands.. Imagine if both family's get connected how successful we can be.. "
Balraj agreed with her as excitement filled inside him.. "Thats a very good idea."
Veena frowned slightly.. "Am sure this will work great. But for that we will have to agree Armaan for this.. "
Balraj scoffed and shook his head.. "Armaan cant ever say no to us. He had already done one mistake in his life by disagreeing us. He wont repeat it again.. "
Veena agreed him silently.. "But i will suggest we keep this talk secret for a while. Raichand's are at this moment out of country I guess we should reveal this talk when they comeback ? "
Balraj agreed along with her when Armaan came downstairs getting ready to leave..
"Where are you going this late Armaan ?? " Veena asked frowning..
"Just somewhere Out.. "Armaan mumbled not meeting her gaze.. Veena studied him for a while and smiled.. "Oh Ok. Anyways i see you are working really hard these days.. "
"Thats right Veena.. "Balraj spoke going through some news.. "Armaan is making us proud.. "
"And thats what you always expect from me right.. "Armaan spoke in a mocking tone.. "Always puppet of you both.. Do every single thing as you desire.. "
Balraj shot a look at him while Veena shifted uncomfortably... "Armaan dont speak like that. All we do is for your happiness only.. "
"My happiness ?? " He spoke bitterly.. "I dont think any of you understood ever what my happiness was.. "
He stood quiet for a while and whispered.. "She was my life.. And you took her away from me.. "
"Oh shut up Armaan " Balraj Snapped.. "We all know she was the one who worked away from your life.. So much for care.. "
Armaan shook his head taking a step back.. "And we all know who were the people who forced her to work away from my life.. " He smiled bitterly.. "So much for love.. "
Without a further word or glance he walked away from them...
"They dont understand me.. " He spoke placing his head on her lap which she ran her hand on his hair.. "They never did. They dont even love me.. "
"Ofcourse they love you.. " She argued back softly.. "They are just... "
He completed her words bitterly.. "Too busy in their life. It has always been about them i never existed for them.. "
"You do exist for me.. " He glanced up as she spoke the heart tendering words.. "You are the only one who exist for me Armaan. No one else. Its only you.. "
"This is for forever right.. " He spoke the words which she had once asked him during their wedding night..
She blushed lightly and smiled.. "Always Forever.. "
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Precap :
A glimpse to the life of Shilpa after 3 years..
"You are waiting for him to come right.. ?? "
"Ofcourse " Shilpa smiled widely...
"So nice to see you love someone like that.. But what about your life before three years.. ? You never talked about that "
Her smile faded off instantly.. "And i dont wish to talk about it even.. That life was just a incomplete fairytale.. "
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Part 2
"My wife.. My inspiration" - Armaan Mallik
Shilpa closed her eyes tiredly as she set in the sofa. Susi followed her and set beside her equally tired.. "One of us should really get a car soon "
Shilpa laughed on her words and opened her eyes.. "You already have a car Susi. And sadly it broke today.. "
"I know right " Susi rolled her eyes.. "I hate walking to long distances.. "
"I told you right you should have gone home instead of dropping me " Shilpa smiled softly at her.. "But am glad you did.. "
"Ofcourse i have to " Susi smiled back.. "Otherwise what will your boyfriend say ? "
Shilpa blushed softly.. "Oh dont think of him. He always get over protective about me.. "
"And thats not at all bad " Susi grinned and rubbed her stomach.. "I feel famished. Can i get any food by chance.."
Shilpa laughed.. "Help urself i did make some food before i leave.. "
"How do you take time for cooking " Susi shook her head in surprise.. "I hardly get time after work even. But ofcourse you have to cook for him too. Still you work so hard writing all those articles.. "
"I love writing.. " She smiled widely.. "I always wanted to become a writer.. "
" Yea yea " Susi smiled and got up.. "I am famished want to have lunch with me ?"
"No " Shilpa shook her head and laughed.. "You know i cant "
"Oh yea boyfriend " Susi rolled her eyes.. "You are waiting for him right ??? " Susi teased her badly..
"Ofcourse " Shilpa smiled again..
"Believe me.. Its so nice to see you love someone like that.. " Shilpa shifted uncomfortably hearing her words.. Susi frowned seeing her reaction.. "But what about your life before three years.. ? You never talked about it "
Shilpa stilled as the harsh memories rushed through her mind.. She sighed heavily and glanced away.. "And i dont wish to talk about it even..That life was just a incomplete fairytale... "
Susi gave a sympathy look and set beside her.. "Aww Baby.. You sound like you did loose someone precious.. "
"Ohh i think i became too melodramatic.. "Shilpa laughed easing off the tension.."I didint mean to say so.. " She sighed.. "Its just i wish to forget the bad memories.. I did hurt some people. And i dont want those memories to haunt me. "
"Ofcourse you will.. As you have a good reason infront of you now.. "Susi smiled..
"Yes i do.. " Shilpa agreed with her peacefully...
"Ohhh " Armaan moaned painfully.. "This headache hurts bad.. I should have avoided cold water.. "
Seema glanced at Armaan worriedly.. "Why dont you take a day off if the cold is worse.. "
Armaan shook his head with a sniff.. "Its just a cold.. " He sneezed again while Seema shook her head.. "You are so stubborn. Come on atleast take a break.. "
Armaan smiled slightly and got up agreeing.. "I guess so. I could use a little rest.."
He glanced at the time and shifted uncomfortably.. "I will be back about in two hours.. "
"Take your time.. " Seema frowned.. "Why do you get nervous like this.. ?? "
"I dont.. " Armaan hesitated.. He rubbed his forehead cursing softly.. Seema moved forward... "Should i give some massage if it hurts.. "
"No " Armaan moved back instantly.. Seema frowned deep seeing his reaction. Why did he always back away when she came close. She wondered unhappily.. Armaan tried to give a small smile and spoke... "I know what to do.. I will be back in sometime .. See you.. "
"Ok " Seema spoke quietly as she watched him leave hurriedly..
"Shilpa "
He nudged her again as they lay on bed in afternoon..
"Shilpaaa "
"Dont shout Armaan " Shilpa groaned sinking her head on the pillow.. "My head hurts bed.. Damn cold... "
He laughed and shook his head.. "I am not even shouting.. I was whispering your name.. " He frowned slightly seeing her eyes misty.. "Is it hurting that bad ?? "
"Yes it is " She whispered softly... He got up from the bed without a word and cameback with a medicine in his head...
"Let me apply this on your head.. " He spoke quitely pulling her in his arms..
Shilpa nestled against him and groaned again... "No its ok. I will do myself.."
"No you cant " He argued softly.. "Let me do it.. I will be gentle.. "
She smiled at him widely making his heart flutter in response.. He soothed the balm on her forehead gently caressing it.. Shilpa closed her eyes and lay her head on his lap as he massaged her head.. She smiled.. "You have magical hands.. " As he put away the medicine she shifted on her pillow and glanced at him lovingly..
"Thank you Hubby.. "
"Anytime Cinderella.. " He grinned as he noticed her rolling her eyes at hearing the name.. Shilpa closed her eyes for a while resting but they flew open as she realized he was hugging her close..
"No Armaan.. " She protested lightly.. "You will get cold stay away.. "
He chuckled and held her more closer.. "I remember how you took care of me when i was sick.. So dont try this stay away tactic with me.. "
She sighed dramatically which made him laugh softly... He glanced in her eyes seeing her stare at him lovingly.. "Sleep now.. " He whispered kissing lightly on her lips..
She smiled drowsily and closed her eyes falling into a peaceful slumber..
"I am back " Armaan spoke cheerfully as he noticed Seema in his cabin.. Seema glanced at him stunned. He looked relaxed and happy. Hardly there was any sign of cold.. "You look fresh " She noted .. "And hardly sick.. What did you do.."
He flushed slightly hearing her words and just shook his head.. "I just got a good relaxation.. "
Seema shook his head in suspicion.. Why did this man have to be so mysterious.. Always hiding things. And she didint feel happy about it..
Suddenly she reminded about the big news and spoke happily.. "Oh yes i forgot to tell you. When you were gone i got the call from Mr. Oberoi.. " She flashed her big smile.. "You have got the Project Armaan.. "
His eyes widened as he came towards her stunned.. "Are you joking.. " He shook his head still shocked.. "I thought it was impossible to get that project.. Omg we did it !! "
"Yes we did.. But its all your hardwork Armaan.." Seema agreed happily.. Suddenly she moved forward and hugged him.. "I am so happy for you.. "
Armaan stilled in her embrace.. It made her realize she had taken a drastic step. He just stood unresponsive as she hugged him. No retreat No response. She noted sadly and pulled away from him awkwardly.. Armaan glanced away uncomfortable once again... "Be right back.. " He whispered and excused himself..
Seema stood there alone once again unhappy.. "Why Armaan.. What stops you so badly.. ? "
"Shilpa... Shilpaaa !! "
"Armaan why are you shouting " Shilpa asked as she pulled out the apron and set it on the counter.. "Dont shout if your mom hears she will kill us both.. "She whispered giggling softly.
"I cant even tell you how happy i am.. " He spoke happily hugging her close.. "Oh Shilpa !! " He swirled her around as she squealed in response..
"Armaan put me down.. " She laughed.. "Oh tell me why are you so happy.. "
"I got the contract...My first ever contract " He spoke with gleaming eyes.. "Didint i tell you how nervous i was about this.. "
"Oh you did.. " She smiled widely.. "But i knew it Armaan i trusted you to be successful on your first project.. I cant even tell you how happy i am to hear this news.. "
"Its all because of you.. " He whispered pulling her close.. "You are the reason why i got all the confidence.. You helped me in the most crucial time.. "
She titled her head and smiled cutely.. "And you will always find me there when you have such crucial moment.. " She hugged him placing her head on his chest.. "By your side. Helping you out in every trouble.. "
He kissed her forehead and held her close in his embrace.. "You are the biggest inspiration in my life.. And will always be.. "
She blushed softly and pulled away from him.. "Oh where is my treat.. " She asked grinning at him..
Armaan smiled amused.. "I did wonder when you will ask that.. " He laughed as he smacked his arm.. "Lets go tonight and do a romantic dinner together.. "
"Together " She smiled brushing her lips on his which got him exited.. "I like the idea of together... "
He nibbled on her lips as she smiled.. " And there are many things which we can do together.. Cinderella.."
With that he kissed her deeply pouring out all his love..
"Hey Armaan you look Happy.. " Seema mused as she joined him in cafeteria. Armaan smiled at her and put his phone in his pocket..
"Who were you calling " She inquired sitting beside him..
Armaan shifted slightly and spoke hesitantly.. "Just Mr.Oberoi.. " He mumbled looking away..
"Ohh " Seema smiled.. "Anyways you have got such a good achievement.. You have to give us a party.. "
"Armaan frowned slightly.. "Party.. I hope not tonight.. "
"Ofcourse tonight Armaan " Seema rolled her eyes.. "Tomorrow we have to work again.. We want a party right guys.. "
"Exactly !! " Natasha spoke as she and other colleagues joined them.. "Armaan sir come on give us some treat. Say yes for the party.. "
Armaan set not knowing what to say.. He thought for a while and smiled.. "How about we do it for evening.. About 7 pm ? "
"Sure.. " One of the colleague spoke.. "We just want a party from you.. "
"Well then its settled.. Armaan smiled at them.. "Its a party tonight.. ! "
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PRECAP :
Armaan reminisce the moments of past three years.. Reveals the of Past of
Armaan and Shilpa.
Part 3
"Can we go inside Armaan ?? " Shilpa asked excitedly as both of them stood infront of a pub. He couldnt help but glance down at the beautiful red frock she had worn. But more than that her excitement made him smile..
"Ofcourse lets go.. " He replied quietly leading her inside..
Shilpa cringed as she glanced around at the full swing party.. Armaan noticed the change in her expression and chuckled.. "I thought you wanted to try something different.. "
Shilpa had begged him to take her out tonight. To try something different not done before.. "I dont think i like this place.. " She muttered softly as he shook his head leading her outside..
"But... " She protested loud.. " We shouldnt leave.. "
He laughed and dragged her outside.. "Even i cant bear so much loud music.. We better go.. "
"No !! " She pouted folding her arms... "I thought we were going to try something different together.. "
He admired her innocence and moved towards her caressing her forehead.. "Ok then.. I have a better idea.. "
"What " She asked with a suspicious smile...
"Beach Cinderella.. We go Beach.. "
"Armaan !! Armaan dude where are you lost.. " Rohit a colleague in office asked with a nudge.. Armaan shook his head quickly and glanced down at his drink.. "No i am just relaxing a bit.. "
"Come on dude " He rolled his eyes.. "You throw the party and sit so quiet.. Not done you have to dance with us.. "
Armaan started to protest as he noticed Seema who came towards them with a shy smile.. "Hey Seema.. " He smiled widely...
"Hey Armaan. Hey Rohit " Seema blushed softly and glanced down at her dress.. "So Armaan do you like my new dress.. "
Armaan gave a quick glance at her and nodded. Seema shook her head in dissapointed while Rohit barged in.. "You look typically indian Seema like always.. "
Seema rolled her eyes at him still feeling upset with the unresponsiveness of Armaan.. Tonight she had chosen the dress specially for him. But like always he showed less interest in her.. Later I will drag him away from others tonight.. She thought.. And tell him nicely about my feelings.. She blushed again.. Maybe then Armaan will confess he also feels something for me..
Seema came out of her thoughts when Rohit clicked his fingers infront of her.. "Yo Seema.. Come out of ur dreamland.. "
Armaan shook his head and smiled staring at the dance floor.. He frowned a bit and glanced down at his watch.. Seema noticed it.. "Hey Armaan.. do you have to know somewhere.. "
His expression changed instantly as he tried to cover up.. "No ofcourse not.. I just."
Suddenly Rohit interrupted them impatiently.. Armaan silent thanked him in relief.. " Seema !!.. Armaan is refusing to dance with us. Atleast you come to the dance floor.. Come on "
Seema protested as Rohit dragged her to the dance floor. She tried to leave and join Armaan but everyone gathered around her dancing to the music.. Unhappily she moved with them and stole glances at Armaan who kept looking down at his watch in between with a worried look.. What was now running back in his mind.. She wondered..
For sometime Seema got distracted.. She laughed along with her friends and danced along with him. As she grew tired she excused herself from them and headed back to the lounge..
"Where did he go now " She frowned looking around confused.. "Where are you Armaan ? "
"Finally out.." Armaan mumbled happily as he sighed peacefully.. He glanced around the dark roads while he kept driving in utter silence.. Heading to his destination.. The memories of past three years flashed infront of him slowly. Each memory had its own magic and it made him smile.. And then his thoughts ran back to the touching moments he had in last few days.. Which he could not ever forget.. Slowly he recalled them...
Flashback :
He was tired. But he couldnt wait to head back to her place.. Its had become now a routine for him visiting near her every single day. No matter how busy he was he made sure he took time for her.. Armaan walked inside the house only to smell the delicious aroma of food.. He smiled to himself and walked inside the dining area. But his smile faded off as he noticed her sitting near the table drowsily..
"Shilpa.. " He whispered softly but noticed her lost in her thoughts. Slowly he set beside her and shook her slightly.. "Shilpaa "
"Huh " She came out of her thoughts and blushed slightly.. "Oh I was just thinking nonsense.. "
He chuckled and frowned.. "You are still awake ?? "
"Yeah. " She smiled softky.. "I just thought i will wait for you " She replied Shyly..
He shook his head smiling at his adorable wife. No matter how much he protested she would make dinner for him and wait. Eventhough he always insisted her to eat on time she would keep waiting for him.. He sighed and looked around the food delightedly..
"You made all this for me.. ? "
Shilpa stared at him lovingly for a while.. Her eyes welled up.."Ofcourse " She spoke quietly brushing off a tear..
"Heyy " He came towards her and set beside her.. "Why are you crying ?? I am so sorry i came late. "
"I am not angry " She bit her lip sniffing slightly.. "I am just so hungry.. "
He stared at her stunned.. "You havent ate anything.. "
A blush formed on her cheeks.. "I was waiting for you. I wanted to eat with you.."
He smiled.. He smiled wide.. "You are so adorable.. you know that right.. "
He leaned down at her and kissed her forehead.. "My Cinderella.. "
Shilpa laughed and started to offer him food.. "Come on eat now.. I am so hungry."
He laughed as she giggled along with him.. Suddenly she frowned as a thought crossed her mind.. "Armaan.. What did Mamma and Papa say.. "
"What do they have to say " He said shrugging his shoulder.. Shilpa bit her lip and spoke hesitantly.. "I mean.. Did you tell them you are not going back home for dinner.. ? "
Armaan stared at her for a while and got back into his food silently.. "I will go back after having dinner.. "
Shilpa smiled and hugged him lightly.. "Thats like a good boy.. "
Flashback ends
Armaan shook his head smiling on his memory.. From past three years, surprisingly the three years have been the happiest time of his life. The day she had worked away from his life he had almost thought he had lost her.. Well he had almost. But smartly he had used his mind the very moment and reached her.. Before it was too late.. The memory of that day flashed in his mind instantly..
Flashback :
"Armaan " Sameer spoke as they walked inside the Bus station.. "Are you sure she might have come here.. This place looks almost abandoned.. "
"I am pretty sure " Armaan gave a nod looking around.. "I guess bus travels are cancelled today.. Its raining hell " He muttered brushing away the wet tendrils from his face as he walked looking around..
He winced at the thought of finding her shivering in rain. And it was exactly what happened. His steps came to a halt as he noticed Shilpa who set in the bench drenched in rain.. As he slowly walked towards her Raj gave a pat on Sameer's shoulder.. "Our work is done for here.. Let Armaan continue now.. "
Sameer agreed as they walked away rubbing their cold hands.. "Cant believe you are saying that. I thought you were Anti love "
Raj rolled his eyes and grinned.. "I still am.. But Armaan is our buddy his love is our love too.. "
"Ohh Shut up " Sameer scoffed as Raj laughed...
Shilpa was almost numb as she set staring at the ground. She was clueless, worried and hurt.. She had no idea what she will do and where she will go. But she knew by staying there she was hurting him more.. "I had to do it Armaan.. " She whispered softly.. "Please forgive me.. "
"No i wont !!! " Shilpa stilled as she heard his deep voice.. A chill ran down her spine as she gasped and shot a look at her husband who stood drenched in rain.. Her lips trembled as she stared at the hurt look on his face which made her heart bleed more.. "Armaan.. I .. "
"No ... " He interrupted almost painfully.. "Just dont say one word.. " He whispered..
Tears filled in her eyes as she whispered softly.. "I love you Armaan.. But.. I am sorry.. "
"I am still not forgiving you.. " He shook his head.. "I may be the silent guy but today i am going to talk. Scold you till you get onething in your mind.. " He stored towards her almost in anger.. Shilpa winced and closed her eyes.. But she was surprised as she felt him caress her cheeks softly.. "That how much i love you.."
Her lips trembled as she tried not to cry anymore.. "Armaan.. " He shook his head again.. "No dont speak.. "
After a minute of silence he spoke again.. "How could you even think of leaving me like this.. Do you even know how i felt... " His voice trailed painfully.. "When i realized you were gone. I felt like i died there.. "
"No Please dont say that " She begged him silently with tears.. "I am so sorry.. I was just doing for the best.. " She glanced at him desperatedly... "Please try to understand Armaan.. "
"NO I WONT !! " He shouted pulling her close towards him.. He loosened his grip instantly seeing her wince in pain. Slowly he rubbed the reddened spot and whispered.. "I cant live without you.. You have built my world. Made me feel like someone loved.. Made me feel like a responsible guy who could make everyone proud.. Taught me how to love someone so deeply.. " He whispered..
Shilpa sniffed "Can i speak now.. "
He smiled slightly but kept his expression even.. "No you cant.. I still have to say thinks.. But i dont remember what.. " She giggled softly seeing him confused.. "Just onething. I love you and i am not letting you go Ever.. Do you hear that Mrs.Mallik.. "
Shilpa slowly nodded suddenly as realization hit her.. She wasnt the only one who had fell in a deep love. He was suffering in this along with her.. "I am so stupid to even think of leaving you.. " She whispered silently scolding herself...
His frown vanished as he smiled widely and scooped her in his arms "That you are".. He leaned down and kissed her lovingly which made her heart fill with bliss..
Suddenly she broke the kiss which made him protest.. Shilpa frowned slightly.."But Armaan.. I dont want to go back to your parents.. "
He frowned and tried to protest when she stopped him.. "NO.. let me speak now.. I cant stay in that house to see you fall apart. I cant see your relationship grow weak with your parents.. " She shook her head helplessly.. "And i cant think of leaving you.. Truthfully i dont know if i would survive.. "
Armaan stood silent for a second.. He scooped her back into his arms and ran his hand in her hair thinking for a while.. Shilpa hugged him back feeling secure in his arms.. She opened her eyes as he pulled back with a happy smile..
"I have a perfect idea.. "
Flashback Ends
And thats how their perfect plan started.. Armaan laughed.. Keeping the wish of his wife in his mind he agreed on her condition of staying away from his parents.. Instead he had bought a small house in away from his house and taken her there. They had started fresh and until today everything had been more peaceful in their life. There was no fights and no arguments to here.. Just some secret meetings they get to do in between which made them behave like teenagers.. Eventhough the idea made him happy it still made him little upset that he couldnt bring her out to the world. He couldnt bring her to take back her place in his own house as his wife. He felt coward and helpless. But he knew he had to respect her decision. She was thinking about them along with his parents. And it was enough to make him happy.. He smiled again as he recalled a another sweet memory..
Flashback :
"I cant do this " Armaan set on the bed tiredly. As he had got a break from his office he had rushed into her place so he could clear his mind... "I hardly have a knowledge i dont know if i can make wise decisions.. "
She just smiled and set beside him.. Tenderly she rubbed his neck soothing his tensed muscles.. "Ofcourse you can take good decisions. All you have to do is trust your instincts.. How many times i have told you that ? "
Armaan stared at her shining eyes for a while as she smiled widely.. Her eyes smile was like homecoming for him. He frowned slightly.. "I.. I am still not sure..The project is a big one and i am trusting on such a small company. I dont know if i can..."
"I trust you " She interrupted him cheerfully..
"But.. "
"I trust you " She repeated again softly.. "
"I dont know " He shook his head "Taking such big decisions.. "
Shilpa cupped his face and stared in his eyes reassuring him.. "I trust you Armaan.."
And as she spoke the words he felt as if all his worry and tension left him at once..
"And i love you.. "
Flashback Ends
She always gave him strength to work , Courage to face difficult situations. At times he wondered what strength she possessed in herself. Always happy , chipper and laughing.And indeed he loved it. He loved everything about her. He sobered slightly as he remembered the night he confronted with his parents. He had left his house in anger..And headed straight to her place..
Flashback :
Armaan shook his head taking a step back.. "And we all know who were the people who forced her to work away from my life.. " He smiled bitterly.. "So much for love.. "
Without a further word or glance he walked away from them... As he came to her place he went to there room to find her reading a book. As she saw him she stared at him stunned and smiled.. "I was expecting to see you so late.. "
He set beside her and placed his head on her lap as she question "What happened Armaan ? "
Learn about Shilpa Bf ;)
"Go now.. You are getting late for office.. "
"Yeah yeah "
"Armaan ! "
"Hmm ? "
"I love you.. "
3 years Later :
"I am so sorry gentleman for being late.. Lets start the meeting.. " Armaan joined his colleagues in the conference hall. Armaan Mallik, now 24 yrs old was working as the CEO of Mallik industries.. As he had joined every person had welcomed him enthusiastically.. Despite being the head of the Mallik industry he was friends with every person in the office. And people loved working along with him. He was still the shy and quiet man which everyone adored..
Armaan carried out the conference with utter concentration. He loved working among responsible and confident people. Throught out the 3 years his work has become his passion. No one in officer worked the way he had done in this past three years. Armaan carried on suggesting different bids unknown to the gaze which followed his every move. A smile which was on the person's face while she kept staring at him.. Seema set across Armaan and tried to hide the smile which always came on her lips whenever she saw Armaan. He was smart, confident but on otherside Shy and quiet. He could be every girls dream.. She mused happily. Seema had been working as the personal secretary of Armaan from past 2 years. Her father was rich and sophisticated man. But Seema always wanted to do something from her own courage and willingness. For that reason she had joined in Mallik Industry. Seema was always a happy and confident girl. She loved wearing indian clothes , mainly Salwaar Kameez. Since the start of day she had always loved working along him. It was always fun and exciting.. Armaan always listened to her suggestions and laughed along with her.. After some months Seema realized she was forming a slight attraction towards him. She didint knew why but she started to stare at him with longed adoration. At times she wondered what he might be thinking of her. Did he like her the way she liked him. Has he formed any sort of feelings towards her the way she felt for him.. No one will ever know as Armaan Mallik was a mysterious man no one ever understood..
"Seema make sure you make brief notes of the conference meeting today.. Hand them to me by tomorrow.. " Armaan spoke as they headed together back to his cabin..
"Yes sir " Seema smiled... "Its been a long day.. How about some lunch.. "
Seema was nervous as she asked him. This was the first time she had offered him to go out with her.. Otherwise Armaan always made sure they met for lunch along with other colleagues. But Seema didint want it. She wanted to have lunch alone with him..
A sort of uncomfortable look came on his face.. Armaan looked away and spoke hesitantly.. "I already had lunch.. "
"When ?? " Seema asked surprised..
"I went outside.. " He replied briefly and got back to his work.. Seema shook her head when she remembered he had gone out for few hours before the meeting. "Ohh its fine i will see you after break.. "
Armaan just smiled and concentrated back to his work.. Seema took her bag and left the cabin disappointed..
"You are still awake ??? "
"Yeah. I just thought i will wait for you " She replied Shyly..
He walked near the dining table and glanced at the delicious food..
"You made all this for me.. ? "
"Ofcourse " She spoke quietly brushing off a tear..
"Heyy " He came towards her and set beside her.. "Why are you crying ?? I am so sorry i came late. "
"I am not angry " She bit her lip sniffing slightly.. "I am just so hungry.. "
He stared at her stunned.. "You havent ate anything.. "
A blush formed on her cheeks.. "I was waiting for you. I wanted to eat with you.."
He smiled.. He smiled wide.. "You are so adorable.. you know that right.. "
My Cinderella...
" Seema just get some courage and tell him how you feel.. " Natasha spoke as they set together having lunch.. " You like him and i guess Armaan also likes you. So why are u hesitating. "
"How can you say whether he likes me or not.. " Seema retorted.. " He hardly looks at me forget about having lunch even.. "
"Maybe he is too shy " Natasha tried again.. "Maybe he is shy enough to say how he feels.. "
"Maybe " Seema thought for a while.. "I dont know why i feel Armaan keeps hiding things from us.. " She sighed softly.. "He is so mysterious.. "
"That he is " Natasha rolled her eyes.. " But who cares . He talks with you. He laughs with you. He likes working with you.. All i am saying is just go and spill what you feel for him.. "
"Its too early " Seema argued.. " But i will sure tell soon. I have a feeling Armaan Mallik does have some feeling for me.. "
"Armaan Sir.. Are you sure we should walk with this company.. " Seema spoke as she discussed the project with Armaan.. "They look too weak.. "
"No they dont " Armaan disagreed instantly.. " They might look small but they have potentiality.. Am sure they will be able to pull off the project perfectly with us.. "
"But sir " Seema frowned doubtfully.. " I still dont know why i feel this isint a wise idea.. "
Armaan stayed quiet for a while and spoke confidently.. "I trust myself. And my instincts say we will do great with them.. Shall we end the discussion now.. "
Seema nodded unhappily and took the file.. As she made way to the door she glanced back at Armaan who stood near the window staring outside.. She didint feel happy that he didint accept her suggestions.. And she didint understood what sort of courage he possessed in himself. And from whom...
"I cant do this " Armaan set on the bed tiredly.. "I hardly have a knowledge i dont know if i can make wise decisions.. "
She just smiled and set beside him.. Tenderly she rubbed his neck soothing his tensed muscles.. "Ofcourse you can take good decisions. All you have to do is trust your instincts.. "
Armaan stared at her shining eyes for a while as she smiled widely.. Her eyes smile was like homecoming for him. He frowned slightly.. "I.. I am still not sure.."
"I trust you " She interrupted him cheerfully..
"But.. "
"I trust you " She repeated again softly.. "
"I dont know " He shook his head "Taking such big decisions.. "
She cupped his face and stared in his eyes reassuring him.. "I trust you Armaan.."
And as she spoke the words he felt as if all his worry and tension left him at once..
"And i love you.. "
"I am telling you Balraj.. I have a feeling that girl is perfect for our Armaan.. " Veena spoke as she set beside her husband who was surprised by her words.. "You mean Seema ? "
Veena shook her head excitedly.. "Dont you know which family she belongs to.. Raichands.. Imagine if both family's get connected how successful we can be.. "
Balraj agreed with her as excitement filled inside him.. "Thats a very good idea."
Veena frowned slightly.. "Am sure this will work great. But for that we will have to agree Armaan for this.. "
Balraj scoffed and shook his head.. "Armaan cant ever say no to us. He had already done one mistake in his life by disagreeing us. He wont repeat it again.. "
Veena agreed him silently.. "But i will suggest we keep this talk secret for a while. Raichand's are at this moment out of country I guess we should reveal this talk when they comeback ? "
Balraj agreed along with her when Armaan came downstairs getting ready to leave..
"Where are you going this late Armaan ?? " Veena asked frowning..
"Just somewhere Out.. "Armaan mumbled not meeting her gaze.. Veena studied him for a while and smiled.. "Oh Ok. Anyways i see you are working really hard these days.. "
"Thats right Veena.. "Balraj spoke going through some news.. "Armaan is making us proud.. "
"And thats what you always expect from me right.. "Armaan spoke in a mocking tone.. "Always puppet of you both.. Do every single thing as you desire.. "
Balraj shot a look at him while Veena shifted uncomfortably... "Armaan dont speak like that. All we do is for your happiness only.. "
"My happiness ?? " He spoke bitterly.. "I dont think any of you understood ever what my happiness was.. "
He stood quiet for a while and whispered.. "She was my life.. And you took her away from me.. "
"Oh shut up Armaan " Balraj Snapped.. "We all know she was the one who worked away from your life.. So much for care.. "
Armaan shook his head taking a step back.. "And we all know who were the people who forced her to work away from my life.. " He smiled bitterly.. "So much for love.. "
Without a further word or glance he walked away from them...
"They dont understand me.. " He spoke placing his head on her lap which she ran her hand on his hair.. "They never did. They dont even love me.. "
"Ofcourse they love you.. " She argued back softly.. "They are just... "
He completed her words bitterly.. "Too busy in their life. It has always been about them i never existed for them.. "
"You do exist for me.. " He glanced up as she spoke the heart tendering words.. "You are the only one who exist for me Armaan. No one else. Its only you.. "
"This is for forever right.. " He spoke the words which she had once asked him during their wedding night..
She blushed lightly and smiled.. "Always Forever.. "
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Precap :
A glimpse to the life of Shilpa after 3 years..
"You are waiting for him to come right.. ?? "
"Ofcourse " Shilpa smiled widely...
"So nice to see you love someone like that.. But what about your life before three years.. ? You never talked about that "
Her smile faded off instantly.. "And i dont wish to talk about it even.. That life was just a incomplete fairytale.. "
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Part 2
"My wife.. My inspiration" - Armaan Mallik
Shilpa closed her eyes tiredly as she set in the sofa. Susi followed her and set beside her equally tired.. "One of us should really get a car soon "
Shilpa laughed on her words and opened her eyes.. "You already have a car Susi. And sadly it broke today.. "
"I know right " Susi rolled her eyes.. "I hate walking to long distances.. "
"I told you right you should have gone home instead of dropping me " Shilpa smiled softly at her.. "But am glad you did.. "
"Ofcourse i have to " Susi smiled back.. "Otherwise what will your boyfriend say ? "
Shilpa blushed softly.. "Oh dont think of him. He always get over protective about me.. "
"And thats not at all bad " Susi grinned and rubbed her stomach.. "I feel famished. Can i get any food by chance.."
Shilpa laughed.. "Help urself i did make some food before i leave.. "
"How do you take time for cooking " Susi shook her head in surprise.. "I hardly get time after work even. But ofcourse you have to cook for him too. Still you work so hard writing all those articles.. "
"I love writing.. " She smiled widely.. "I always wanted to become a writer.. "
" Yea yea " Susi smiled and got up.. "I am famished want to have lunch with me ?"
"No " Shilpa shook her head and laughed.. "You know i cant "
"Oh yea boyfriend " Susi rolled her eyes.. "You are waiting for him right ??? " Susi teased her badly..
"Ofcourse " Shilpa smiled again..
"Believe me.. Its so nice to see you love someone like that.. " Shilpa shifted uncomfortably hearing her words.. Susi frowned seeing her reaction.. "But what about your life before three years.. ? You never talked about it "
Shilpa stilled as the harsh memories rushed through her mind.. She sighed heavily and glanced away.. "And i dont wish to talk about it even..That life was just a incomplete fairytale... "
Susi gave a sympathy look and set beside her.. "Aww Baby.. You sound like you did loose someone precious.. "
"Ohh i think i became too melodramatic.. "Shilpa laughed easing off the tension.."I didint mean to say so.. " She sighed.. "Its just i wish to forget the bad memories.. I did hurt some people. And i dont want those memories to haunt me. "
"Ofcourse you will.. As you have a good reason infront of you now.. "Susi smiled..
"Yes i do.. " Shilpa agreed with her peacefully...
"Ohhh " Armaan moaned painfully.. "This headache hurts bad.. I should have avoided cold water.. "
Seema glanced at Armaan worriedly.. "Why dont you take a day off if the cold is worse.. "
Armaan shook his head with a sniff.. "Its just a cold.. " He sneezed again while Seema shook her head.. "You are so stubborn. Come on atleast take a break.. "
Armaan smiled slightly and got up agreeing.. "I guess so. I could use a little rest.."
He glanced at the time and shifted uncomfortably.. "I will be back about in two hours.. "
"Take your time.. " Seema frowned.. "Why do you get nervous like this.. ?? "
"I dont.. " Armaan hesitated.. He rubbed his forehead cursing softly.. Seema moved forward... "Should i give some massage if it hurts.. "
"No " Armaan moved back instantly.. Seema frowned deep seeing his reaction. Why did he always back away when she came close. She wondered unhappily.. Armaan tried to give a small smile and spoke... "I know what to do.. I will be back in sometime .. See you.. "
"Ok " Seema spoke quietly as she watched him leave hurriedly..
"Shilpa "
He nudged her again as they lay on bed in afternoon..
"Shilpaaa "
"Dont shout Armaan " Shilpa groaned sinking her head on the pillow.. "My head hurts bed.. Damn cold... "
He laughed and shook his head.. "I am not even shouting.. I was whispering your name.. " He frowned slightly seeing her eyes misty.. "Is it hurting that bad ?? "
"Yes it is " She whispered softly... He got up from the bed without a word and cameback with a medicine in his head...
"Let me apply this on your head.. " He spoke quitely pulling her in his arms..
Shilpa nestled against him and groaned again... "No its ok. I will do myself.."
"No you cant " He argued softly.. "Let me do it.. I will be gentle.. "
She smiled at him widely making his heart flutter in response.. He soothed the balm on her forehead gently caressing it.. Shilpa closed her eyes and lay her head on his lap as he massaged her head.. She smiled.. "You have magical hands.. " As he put away the medicine she shifted on her pillow and glanced at him lovingly..
"Thank you Hubby.. "
"Anytime Cinderella.. " He grinned as he noticed her rolling her eyes at hearing the name.. Shilpa closed her eyes for a while resting but they flew open as she realized he was hugging her close..
"No Armaan.. " She protested lightly.. "You will get cold stay away.. "
He chuckled and held her more closer.. "I remember how you took care of me when i was sick.. So dont try this stay away tactic with me.. "
She sighed dramatically which made him laugh softly... He glanced in her eyes seeing her stare at him lovingly.. "Sleep now.. " He whispered kissing lightly on her lips..
She smiled drowsily and closed her eyes falling into a peaceful slumber..
"I am back " Armaan spoke cheerfully as he noticed Seema in his cabin.. Seema glanced at him stunned. He looked relaxed and happy. Hardly there was any sign of cold.. "You look fresh " She noted .. "And hardly sick.. What did you do.."
He flushed slightly hearing her words and just shook his head.. "I just got a good relaxation.. "
Seema shook his head in suspicion.. Why did this man have to be so mysterious.. Always hiding things. And she didint feel happy about it..
Suddenly she reminded about the big news and spoke happily.. "Oh yes i forgot to tell you. When you were gone i got the call from Mr. Oberoi.. " She flashed her big smile.. "You have got the Project Armaan.. "
His eyes widened as he came towards her stunned.. "Are you joking.. " He shook his head still shocked.. "I thought it was impossible to get that project.. Omg we did it !! "
"Yes we did.. But its all your hardwork Armaan.." Seema agreed happily.. Suddenly she moved forward and hugged him.. "I am so happy for you.. "
Armaan stilled in her embrace.. It made her realize she had taken a drastic step. He just stood unresponsive as she hugged him. No retreat No response. She noted sadly and pulled away from him awkwardly.. Armaan glanced away uncomfortable once again... "Be right back.. " He whispered and excused himself..
Seema stood there alone once again unhappy.. "Why Armaan.. What stops you so badly.. ? "
"Shilpa... Shilpaaa !! "
"Armaan why are you shouting " Shilpa asked as she pulled out the apron and set it on the counter.. "Dont shout if your mom hears she will kill us both.. "She whispered giggling softly.
"I cant even tell you how happy i am.. " He spoke happily hugging her close.. "Oh Shilpa !! " He swirled her around as she squealed in response..
"Armaan put me down.. " She laughed.. "Oh tell me why are you so happy.. "
"I got the contract...My first ever contract " He spoke with gleaming eyes.. "Didint i tell you how nervous i was about this.. "
"Oh you did.. " She smiled widely.. "But i knew it Armaan i trusted you to be successful on your first project.. I cant even tell you how happy i am to hear this news.. "
"Its all because of you.. " He whispered pulling her close.. "You are the reason why i got all the confidence.. You helped me in the most crucial time.. "
She titled her head and smiled cutely.. "And you will always find me there when you have such crucial moment.. " She hugged him placing her head on his chest.. "By your side. Helping you out in every trouble.. "
He kissed her forehead and held her close in his embrace.. "You are the biggest inspiration in my life.. And will always be.. "
She blushed softly and pulled away from him.. "Oh where is my treat.. " She asked grinning at him..
Armaan smiled amused.. "I did wonder when you will ask that.. " He laughed as he smacked his arm.. "Lets go tonight and do a romantic dinner together.. "
"Together " She smiled brushing her lips on his which got him exited.. "I like the idea of together... "
He nibbled on her lips as she smiled.. " And there are many things which we can do together.. Cinderella.."
With that he kissed her deeply pouring out all his love..
"Hey Armaan you look Happy.. " Seema mused as she joined him in cafeteria. Armaan smiled at her and put his phone in his pocket..
"Who were you calling " She inquired sitting beside him..
Armaan shifted slightly and spoke hesitantly.. "Just Mr.Oberoi.. " He mumbled looking away..
"Ohh " Seema smiled.. "Anyways you have got such a good achievement.. You have to give us a party.. "
"Armaan frowned slightly.. "Party.. I hope not tonight.. "
"Ofcourse tonight Armaan " Seema rolled her eyes.. "Tomorrow we have to work again.. We want a party right guys.. "
"Exactly !! " Natasha spoke as she and other colleagues joined them.. "Armaan sir come on give us some treat. Say yes for the party.. "
Armaan set not knowing what to say.. He thought for a while and smiled.. "How about we do it for evening.. About 7 pm ? "
"Sure.. " One of the colleague spoke.. "We just want a party from you.. "
"Well then its settled.. Armaan smiled at them.. "Its a party tonight.. ! "
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PRECAP :
Armaan reminisce the moments of past three years.. Reveals the of Past of
Armaan and Shilpa.
Part 3
"Can we go inside Armaan ?? " Shilpa asked excitedly as both of them stood infront of a pub. He couldnt help but glance down at the beautiful red frock she had worn. But more than that her excitement made him smile..
"Ofcourse lets go.. " He replied quietly leading her inside..
Shilpa cringed as she glanced around at the full swing party.. Armaan noticed the change in her expression and chuckled.. "I thought you wanted to try something different.. "
Shilpa had begged him to take her out tonight. To try something different not done before.. "I dont think i like this place.. " She muttered softly as he shook his head leading her outside..
"But... " She protested loud.. " We shouldnt leave.. "
He laughed and dragged her outside.. "Even i cant bear so much loud music.. We better go.. "
"No !! " She pouted folding her arms... "I thought we were going to try something different together.. "
He admired her innocence and moved towards her caressing her forehead.. "Ok then.. I have a better idea.. "
"What " She asked with a suspicious smile...
"Beach Cinderella.. We go Beach.. "
"Armaan !! Armaan dude where are you lost.. " Rohit a colleague in office asked with a nudge.. Armaan shook his head quickly and glanced down at his drink.. "No i am just relaxing a bit.. "
"Come on dude " He rolled his eyes.. "You throw the party and sit so quiet.. Not done you have to dance with us.. "
Armaan started to protest as he noticed Seema who came towards them with a shy smile.. "Hey Seema.. " He smiled widely...
"Hey Armaan. Hey Rohit " Seema blushed softly and glanced down at her dress.. "So Armaan do you like my new dress.. "
Armaan gave a quick glance at her and nodded. Seema shook her head in dissapointed while Rohit barged in.. "You look typically indian Seema like always.. "
Seema rolled her eyes at him still feeling upset with the unresponsiveness of Armaan.. Tonight she had chosen the dress specially for him. But like always he showed less interest in her.. Later I will drag him away from others tonight.. She thought.. And tell him nicely about my feelings.. She blushed again.. Maybe then Armaan will confess he also feels something for me..
Seema came out of her thoughts when Rohit clicked his fingers infront of her.. "Yo Seema.. Come out of ur dreamland.. "
Armaan shook his head and smiled staring at the dance floor.. He frowned a bit and glanced down at his watch.. Seema noticed it.. "Hey Armaan.. do you have to know somewhere.. "
His expression changed instantly as he tried to cover up.. "No ofcourse not.. I just."
Suddenly Rohit interrupted them impatiently.. Armaan silent thanked him in relief.. " Seema !!.. Armaan is refusing to dance with us. Atleast you come to the dance floor.. Come on "
Seema protested as Rohit dragged her to the dance floor. She tried to leave and join Armaan but everyone gathered around her dancing to the music.. Unhappily she moved with them and stole glances at Armaan who kept looking down at his watch in between with a worried look.. What was now running back in his mind.. She wondered..
For sometime Seema got distracted.. She laughed along with her friends and danced along with him. As she grew tired she excused herself from them and headed back to the lounge..
"Where did he go now " She frowned looking around confused.. "Where are you Armaan ? "
"Finally out.." Armaan mumbled happily as he sighed peacefully.. He glanced around the dark roads while he kept driving in utter silence.. Heading to his destination.. The memories of past three years flashed infront of him slowly. Each memory had its own magic and it made him smile.. And then his thoughts ran back to the touching moments he had in last few days.. Which he could not ever forget.. Slowly he recalled them...
Flashback :
He was tired. But he couldnt wait to head back to her place.. Its had become now a routine for him visiting near her every single day. No matter how busy he was he made sure he took time for her.. Armaan walked inside the house only to smell the delicious aroma of food.. He smiled to himself and walked inside the dining area. But his smile faded off as he noticed her sitting near the table drowsily..
"Shilpa.. " He whispered softly but noticed her lost in her thoughts. Slowly he set beside her and shook her slightly.. "Shilpaa "
"Huh " She came out of her thoughts and blushed slightly.. "Oh I was just thinking nonsense.. "
He chuckled and frowned.. "You are still awake ?? "
"Yeah. " She smiled softky.. "I just thought i will wait for you " She replied Shyly..
He shook his head smiling at his adorable wife. No matter how much he protested she would make dinner for him and wait. Eventhough he always insisted her to eat on time she would keep waiting for him.. He sighed and looked around the food delightedly..
"You made all this for me.. ? "
Shilpa stared at him lovingly for a while.. Her eyes welled up.."Ofcourse " She spoke quietly brushing off a tear..
"Heyy " He came towards her and set beside her.. "Why are you crying ?? I am so sorry i came late. "
"I am not angry " She bit her lip sniffing slightly.. "I am just so hungry.. "
He stared at her stunned.. "You havent ate anything.. "
A blush formed on her cheeks.. "I was waiting for you. I wanted to eat with you.."
He smiled.. He smiled wide.. "You are so adorable.. you know that right.. "
He leaned down at her and kissed her forehead.. "My Cinderella.. "
Shilpa laughed and started to offer him food.. "Come on eat now.. I am so hungry."
He laughed as she giggled along with him.. Suddenly she frowned as a thought crossed her mind.. "Armaan.. What did Mamma and Papa say.. "
"What do they have to say " He said shrugging his shoulder.. Shilpa bit her lip and spoke hesitantly.. "I mean.. Did you tell them you are not going back home for dinner.. ? "
Armaan stared at her for a while and got back into his food silently.. "I will go back after having dinner.. "
Shilpa smiled and hugged him lightly.. "Thats like a good boy.. "
Flashback ends
Armaan shook his head smiling on his memory.. From past three years, surprisingly the three years have been the happiest time of his life. The day she had worked away from his life he had almost thought he had lost her.. Well he had almost. But smartly he had used his mind the very moment and reached her.. Before it was too late.. The memory of that day flashed in his mind instantly..
Flashback :
"Armaan " Sameer spoke as they walked inside the Bus station.. "Are you sure she might have come here.. This place looks almost abandoned.. "
"I am pretty sure " Armaan gave a nod looking around.. "I guess bus travels are cancelled today.. Its raining hell " He muttered brushing away the wet tendrils from his face as he walked looking around..
He winced at the thought of finding her shivering in rain. And it was exactly what happened. His steps came to a halt as he noticed Shilpa who set in the bench drenched in rain.. As he slowly walked towards her Raj gave a pat on Sameer's shoulder.. "Our work is done for here.. Let Armaan continue now.. "
Sameer agreed as they walked away rubbing their cold hands.. "Cant believe you are saying that. I thought you were Anti love "
Raj rolled his eyes and grinned.. "I still am.. But Armaan is our buddy his love is our love too.. "
"Ohh Shut up " Sameer scoffed as Raj laughed...
Shilpa was almost numb as she set staring at the ground. She was clueless, worried and hurt.. She had no idea what she will do and where she will go. But she knew by staying there she was hurting him more.. "I had to do it Armaan.. " She whispered softly.. "Please forgive me.. "
"No i wont !!! " Shilpa stilled as she heard his deep voice.. A chill ran down her spine as she gasped and shot a look at her husband who stood drenched in rain.. Her lips trembled as she stared at the hurt look on his face which made her heart bleed more.. "Armaan.. I .. "
"No ... " He interrupted almost painfully.. "Just dont say one word.. " He whispered..
Tears filled in her eyes as she whispered softly.. "I love you Armaan.. But.. I am sorry.. "
"I am still not forgiving you.. " He shook his head.. "I may be the silent guy but today i am going to talk. Scold you till you get onething in your mind.. " He stored towards her almost in anger.. Shilpa winced and closed her eyes.. But she was surprised as she felt him caress her cheeks softly.. "That how much i love you.."
Her lips trembled as she tried not to cry anymore.. "Armaan.. " He shook his head again.. "No dont speak.. "
After a minute of silence he spoke again.. "How could you even think of leaving me like this.. Do you even know how i felt... " His voice trailed painfully.. "When i realized you were gone. I felt like i died there.. "
"No Please dont say that " She begged him silently with tears.. "I am so sorry.. I was just doing for the best.. " She glanced at him desperatedly... "Please try to understand Armaan.. "
"NO I WONT !! " He shouted pulling her close towards him.. He loosened his grip instantly seeing her wince in pain. Slowly he rubbed the reddened spot and whispered.. "I cant live without you.. You have built my world. Made me feel like someone loved.. Made me feel like a responsible guy who could make everyone proud.. Taught me how to love someone so deeply.. " He whispered..
Shilpa sniffed "Can i speak now.. "
He smiled slightly but kept his expression even.. "No you cant.. I still have to say thinks.. But i dont remember what.. " She giggled softly seeing him confused.. "Just onething. I love you and i am not letting you go Ever.. Do you hear that Mrs.Mallik.. "
Shilpa slowly nodded suddenly as realization hit her.. She wasnt the only one who had fell in a deep love. He was suffering in this along with her.. "I am so stupid to even think of leaving you.. " She whispered silently scolding herself...
His frown vanished as he smiled widely and scooped her in his arms "That you are".. He leaned down and kissed her lovingly which made her heart fill with bliss..
Suddenly she broke the kiss which made him protest.. Shilpa frowned slightly.."But Armaan.. I dont want to go back to your parents.. "
He frowned and tried to protest when she stopped him.. "NO.. let me speak now.. I cant stay in that house to see you fall apart. I cant see your relationship grow weak with your parents.. " She shook her head helplessly.. "And i cant think of leaving you.. Truthfully i dont know if i would survive.. "
Armaan stood silent for a second.. He scooped her back into his arms and ran his hand in her hair thinking for a while.. Shilpa hugged him back feeling secure in his arms.. She opened her eyes as he pulled back with a happy smile..
"I have a perfect idea.. "
Flashback Ends
And thats how their perfect plan started.. Armaan laughed.. Keeping the wish of his wife in his mind he agreed on her condition of staying away from his parents.. Instead he had bought a small house in away from his house and taken her there. They had started fresh and until today everything had been more peaceful in their life. There was no fights and no arguments to here.. Just some secret meetings they get to do in between which made them behave like teenagers.. Eventhough the idea made him happy it still made him little upset that he couldnt bring her out to the world. He couldnt bring her to take back her place in his own house as his wife. He felt coward and helpless. But he knew he had to respect her decision. She was thinking about them along with his parents. And it was enough to make him happy.. He smiled again as he recalled a another sweet memory..
Flashback :
"I cant do this " Armaan set on the bed tiredly. As he had got a break from his office he had rushed into her place so he could clear his mind... "I hardly have a knowledge i dont know if i can make wise decisions.. "
She just smiled and set beside him.. Tenderly she rubbed his neck soothing his tensed muscles.. "Ofcourse you can take good decisions. All you have to do is trust your instincts.. How many times i have told you that ? "
Armaan stared at her shining eyes for a while as she smiled widely.. Her eyes smile was like homecoming for him. He frowned slightly.. "I.. I am still not sure..The project is a big one and i am trusting on such a small company. I dont know if i can..."
"I trust you " She interrupted him cheerfully..
"But.. "
"I trust you " She repeated again softly.. "
"I dont know " He shook his head "Taking such big decisions.. "
Shilpa cupped his face and stared in his eyes reassuring him.. "I trust you Armaan.."
And as she spoke the words he felt as if all his worry and tension left him at once..
"And i love you.. "
Flashback Ends
She always gave him strength to work , Courage to face difficult situations. At times he wondered what strength she possessed in herself. Always happy , chipper and laughing.And indeed he loved it. He loved everything about her. He sobered slightly as he remembered the night he confronted with his parents. He had left his house in anger..And headed straight to her place..
Flashback :
Armaan shook his head taking a step back.. "And we all know who were the people who forced her to work away from my life.. " He smiled bitterly.. "So much for love.. "
Without a further word or glance he walked away from them... As he came to her place he went to there room to find her reading a book. As she saw him she stared at him stunned and smiled.. "I was expecting to see you so late.. "
He set beside her and placed his head on her lap as she question "What happened Armaan ? "
"They dont understand me.. " He spoke placing his head on her lap which she ran her hand on his hair.. "They never did. They dont even love me.. "
"Ofcourse they love you.. " She argued back softly.. "They are just... "
He completed her words bitterly.. "Too busy in their life. It has always been about them i never existed for them.. Now they are putting all blame on you for ruining my life... "
Shilpa bit her lip from hurt but then smiled.."You do exist for me.. " He glanced up as she spoke the heart tendering words.. "You are the only one who exist for me Armaan. No one else. Its only you.. "
"This is for forever right.. " He spoke the words which she had once asked him during their wedding night..
She blushed lightly and smiled.. "Always Forever.. "
As he lay beside her on the bed she asked shyly.. "Are you staying back here.."
"Ofcourse " He searched her eyes.. "I need you tonight.. I need you.. "
Flashaback Ends
Suddenly he remembered about the cold he had in morning which made him grin foolishly.. Seema was a good friend she did worry about him. But then he knew the person who could have cured his sickness.. And he did get to her instantly..
Flashback :
"Will you keep down your book " He whispered as he loosened his tie sitting beside her on the bed.. Shilpa giggled and raised her eyebrow.. "And why are you whispering ?? "
"I was just not trying to disturb you.. " He mumbled slowly with a flushed expression. Shilpa closed her book and kissed his cheek as he sniffed..
"Still sick " She asked concerned.. "Wait i will get balm for you.. "
As she cameback he placed his head on her lap.. "Why did you think i am here ?"
" A magic massage from me " She replied cheerfully... He shook his head and closed his eyes as she started to apply it on his forehead.. "Ohh that feels so good"
"Dont talk much.. " She whispered "Close your eyes and rest for a while am sure you will fine better in minutes.. "
Flashback Ends
And it did do the magic. He started to feel much better with her massage.. He had returned back to office cheerfully which surely had stunned Seema.. Eventhough she was a good friend he wasnt yet ready to tell her about Shilpa. Not till Shilpa was ready to face everyone. Till then he loved meeting his secretive wife..
Flashback :
"Are you feeling sick again.. Is the cold gone.. " Shilpa inquired as she picked up his call worriedly.. Armaan decided to call her instantly as he got the news of project. "I have a very good news.. "
"You are pregnant ? " Shilpa joked and giggled to herself.. Armaan chuckled.. "Very funny.. I wanted to tell you that Madam i have got the Project.. "
"Oh my god " She shrieked loud which made him wince.. He laughed as he heard her happy voice.. "Omg Armaan didint i tell you to trust your instinct.. Now you have to treat me.. "
"Oh dont tell me you want try something different again.. " Armaan joked as he recalled the memory of them going to pub..
Shilpa bit her lip and laughed.. "That was funny right. But yes again we ought to do something different.. " She sighed happily.. "Something Bliss full.. Something romantic.. And.."
"Ok ok Madam " Armaan interrupted laughing.. "I have got it.Tonight is going to be ours.. I will pick you up about 9. Love you.. "
Flashback Ends
And Seema had arrived the very moment he had cut the call.. He knew he was worried when they had demanded a party from him. Surely it was interrupting his plans with Shilpa. But still finally he had managed to throw a party and as well as escape on time.. He noted as he parked the car infront of her house and kept smiling.. Gathering himself he got out of the car and walked towards his the house..
To be continued... !!
PRECAP :
Romance & Romance filled with ArSh in Beach <3"Ofcourse they love you.. " She argued back softly.. "They are just... "
He completed her words bitterly.. "Too busy in their life. It has always been about them i never existed for them.. Now they are putting all blame on you for ruining my life... "
Shilpa bit her lip from hurt but then smiled.."You do exist for me.. " He glanced up as she spoke the heart tendering words.. "You are the only one who exist for me Armaan. No one else. Its only you.. "
"This is for forever right.. " He spoke the words which she had once asked him during their wedding night..
She blushed lightly and smiled.. "Always Forever.. "
As he lay beside her on the bed she asked shyly.. "Are you staying back here.."
"Ofcourse " He searched her eyes.. "I need you tonight.. I need you.. "
Flashaback Ends
Suddenly he remembered about the cold he had in morning which made him grin foolishly.. Seema was a good friend she did worry about him. But then he knew the person who could have cured his sickness.. And he did get to her instantly..
Flashback :
"Will you keep down your book " He whispered as he loosened his tie sitting beside her on the bed.. Shilpa giggled and raised her eyebrow.. "And why are you whispering ?? "
"I was just not trying to disturb you.. " He mumbled slowly with a flushed expression. Shilpa closed her book and kissed his cheek as he sniffed..
"Still sick " She asked concerned.. "Wait i will get balm for you.. "
As she cameback he placed his head on her lap.. "Why did you think i am here ?"
" A magic massage from me " She replied cheerfully... He shook his head and closed his eyes as she started to apply it on his forehead.. "Ohh that feels so good"
"Dont talk much.. " She whispered "Close your eyes and rest for a while am sure you will fine better in minutes.. "
Flashback Ends
And it did do the magic. He started to feel much better with her massage.. He had returned back to office cheerfully which surely had stunned Seema.. Eventhough she was a good friend he wasnt yet ready to tell her about Shilpa. Not till Shilpa was ready to face everyone. Till then he loved meeting his secretive wife..
Flashback :
"Are you feeling sick again.. Is the cold gone.. " Shilpa inquired as she picked up his call worriedly.. Armaan decided to call her instantly as he got the news of project. "I have a very good news.. "
"You are pregnant ? " Shilpa joked and giggled to herself.. Armaan chuckled.. "Very funny.. I wanted to tell you that Madam i have got the Project.. "
"Oh my god " She shrieked loud which made him wince.. He laughed as he heard her happy voice.. "Omg Armaan didint i tell you to trust your instinct.. Now you have to treat me.. "
"Oh dont tell me you want try something different again.. " Armaan joked as he recalled the memory of them going to pub..
Shilpa bit her lip and laughed.. "That was funny right. But yes again we ought to do something different.. " She sighed happily.. "Something Bliss full.. Something romantic.. And.."
"Ok ok Madam " Armaan interrupted laughing.. "I have got it.Tonight is going to be ours.. I will pick you up about 9. Love you.. "
Flashback Ends
And Seema had arrived the very moment he had cut the call.. He knew he was worried when they had demanded a party from him. Surely it was interrupting his plans with Shilpa. But still finally he had managed to throw a party and as well as escape on time.. He noted as he parked the car infront of her house and kept smiling.. Gathering himself he got out of the car and walked towards his the house..
To be continued... !!
PRECAP :
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