Chapter 15

Shivansh's Pov.

We reached my apartment and I removed all the bags. I was about to take hold of the bag but Abhidnya didn't let me.

"You may be hulk but I want to help you." I just smiled at her and we walked towards the door.

I gave my keys to Abhidnya and she unlocked the door. She hanged the keys on the key holder and we both sat on the couch.

"I really didn't expect your apartment to be this clean." She stated in disbelief.

"I don't like shabbiness and sometimes mom visits and I don't like her stressing over cleaning everything so I just keep everything tidy."

"Great!!!"

I gave a tour to Abhidnya and she really loved it.

"Where would you like to keep your stuff? You can take the ground floor or the guest room on the third floor." I asked her hesitantly.

"Shivansh, if you don't have space in your closet I'll keep my stuff in the guest room but we can share your room on the first floor."

"That's really a relief, I thought you're not comfortable around me so you will need your own space. And don't worry about my closet, we will make some space for your stuff."

"Shivansh, you're not a total stranger. And we are going to get married so we have to get used to each other's habits. If we still stay in our own spaces how will we share a bond?"

"Yes, I agree. Let's arrange your clothes."

"Yeah!"

We kept her stuff in my, uhh... Our closet and settled on the couch watching songs on TV.

Abhidnya excused herself and went to freshen up.

I wanted to cook for her but didn't know her choice. I'm very sure that she still remembers every single detail of mine.

I was still in the kitchen, wondering what to cook for dinner. I didn't notice Abhidnya standing near the kitchen platform now in a t-shirt and shorts.

"What are you doing?" She broke my trance.

"I was thinking about what should I cook for you," I said with sadness evident in my tone.

"Fine with the thinking part but why are you sounding so sad about it?"

"Actually, I don't remember your favorite food and I'm sure you remember everything about me."

"Hey, it's okay. You don't have to remember everything or anything about me. And trust me I won't fight with you if you forget any of my birthdays or favorite food or anything. You can just ask me and I will tell you."

Man! This girl is so understanding.

"No, I'll write in sticky notes rather than asking you again and again."

"Oh  okay!"

"So, what would you like to have ma'am?

"Let's order Chinese. I haven't had Chinese and it's been months now."

"Done! Is this why you wanted to meet me at the Chinese Restaurant?"

"Uh... Yes! She said with a small smile.

"I'm really sorry for ruining your plan."

"It's okay, Shivansh. You order and I will be right back, I have to make some calls.

I ordered food while she was busy checking up on her patients. She also called dad to remind him to follow the diet plan strictly.

Abhidnya after finishing her calls accompanied me on the couch. I switched off the TV so we can chat a bit about how is everything going in life.

"Abhi, what's up with you? Still in touch with the school and college friends?"

"Actually, no. I just have one best friend, Neeti. She's with me since childhood as we were neighbors and even now we don't meet each other on a daily basis, maybe coincidently or she visits hospital sometimes. What about you?"

"I was in touch with Vishal till the first year of engineering but after that, I don't know, I guess his dad got transferred to Banglore and they shifted there. For now just one close friend, Rahul who's with me since I passed 12th boards."

I saw a change in Abhidnya's expression when I mentioned Vishal's name but she just ignored it and listened keenly to what I was saying.

She's trying really hard to spill the past but she's still not ready.

Our dinner arrived and we had our food with small talks from here and there and as tomorrow is Sunday, we both planned to spend it productively doing fun things.

We went into our room and I sat on the bed doing some work on my laptop. She played the music on her phone and was humming songs. Instead of doing work I got busy admiring her beauty. She looks really beautiful and it's really rare to see her stress free.

I kept my laptop aside and started adjusting the pillows.

"You can sleep on the bed and I'll take the couch." I said, I wanted her in my arms but I also don't want to rush things between us and make her uncomfortable.

"We can share the bed as far as you keep your legs to your side." She said controlling her laughter.

"I just offered you bed so that you won't take advantage of me. I know it will be really difficult for you to keep your hands to yourself." I said while winking at her.

"Whatever let's you sleep at night." She said with a smirk on her face.

We both chuckled and layed on the bed allowing the sleep to consume us.

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