chapter 22

YOU ARE THE RHYTHM OF MY HEART!Chapter 22 :Hearing the depth of his love, Aadhya felt a wave of overwhelming emotions crash over her, washing away every lingering doubt and fear.Tears welled up and spilled freely from her eyes, unable to contain the sheer contentment filling her heart. She cupped his face, her trembling fingers caressing his cheeks, as she looked directly into his eyes, those eyes that screamed of love, admiration, and longing, all for her.“Krish... don’t ever say that”, her voice quivered with sincerity and unwavering determination.“You are a pure soul… and not for a single moment have I ever regretted choosing you. Having you in my life is the greatest blessing. Your past… It doesn't matter to me. From the moment you laid eyes on me, I felt as if you were born anew, just for me. I love you, Krish… with all my heart, beyond anything. Your past can never change that”.Her words, spoken with such raw honesty, pierced through every wall he had built around his heart. Nandu’s chest swelled with a surge of emotions, relief, love, and gratitude intertwining so deeply that it left him breathless.He pulled her into a tight embrace, burying his face in the crook of her neck. His tears, hot and unrestrained, dampened her skin, a silent confession of his joy.Feeling the wetness on her neck, Aadhya shifted slightly, trying to retreat and look at him, but his arms tightened around her, refusing to let go.“No...”, he rasped, his voice thick with emotion. “Don’t move… please. Let me stay like this for a moment. You don’t know what your words mean to me. Since the day I tied the knot with you, I’ve carried this fear… this doubt. I knew you loved me, but I wasn’t sure if you were ready for this… for us. It all happened so fast. I never got the chance to truly understand the depth of your feelings. That made me insecure… afraid I’d lose you. But today… you made me feel worthy. Worthy of your love”.After what felt like an eternity, he finally loosened his hold and leaned back, his eyes brimming with fondness and adoration. He gazed at her, taking in every inch of her flushed face, every curve of her gentle smile.With a hesitant breath, he asked softly,“Aadu! can I... can I kiss you?”.His voice carried a vulnerability that made her heart flutter. Shyness washed over her all at once, and she lowered her gaze, her long eyelashes veiling the nervous excitement in her eyes. Her cheeks bloomed into a crimson hue as she gave a small, timid nod.Amused and enchanted by her innocence, Nandu cupped her face gently, his thumbs brushing against her warm cheeks. He leaned in slowly, giving her every chance to pull away—but she didn’t. Closing the space between them, he pressed his lips softly against hers.The kiss was tender, filled with nothing but love and reverence. It held no trace of urgency or desire, it was pure, gentle, and full of the affection he had longed to convey.Aadhya’s fingers curled into his shirt, holding onto him as though anchoring herself against the storm of emotions surging within her. A fire ignited in her chest, not of passion, but of warmth, of feeling cherished, valued, and deeply loved.Nandu’s lips moved against hers, slow and delicate, as if memorizing her, tasting the sweetness of their bond. He poured his heart into that kiss, showing her through every brush, every lingering touch, just how much she meant to him.It was a kiss that spoke louder than words, telling her she was his everything.-  *KRISH*