Chapter 29

Author's Pov:-

Watching them leave, mahima spoke, "Alright then, Now you all guys come with me, All are waiting for you" Announced mahima.

Everyone nodded and was about to move, but samaira's phone buzzed grabbing their attention.

"I guess I need to take this, I'll join you guys shortly." Says samaira, glancing at the caller i'd.

"Alright! Come fast. We need to leave too, don't be late" Saying this, mahima started to leave, followed suit by others.

Taking a last glance at samaira, Aryan followed them.

Samaira made her way towards the garden of the venue hall. No one is present in the garden, utter silence enveloping the little space.

Settling on the bench, which is in  pastel green. She dialled the number. After two rings the person picks up.

"Hey dude, You called me?" Spoke samaira with the person on the line.

"Why? I have right to call you?" Replied the person on the other line.

"That's not what I meant, Meera" Says samaira with a chuckle.

Meera is a friend of samaira in New york. Meera quickly became friends with samaira while they both were studying together in New york and their connection was instant and deep.

Meera had a warmth that made samaira feel safe. They embraced the chaos of New york together.

Together, they explored everything from the serene parks to the lively streets filled with music and art. Their become a source of strength, with every moment spent together.

"Alright! Then why didn't you call me after you reached india? I was waiting for your call dude!" Replied Meera, her tone playful yet gentle.

"Okay sorry yaar, I was just busy with my brother's engagement and all. Also, when are you coming to India? You promised me you will attend my brother's wedding right?" Questions samaira, her tone gentle yet demanding.

Meera fell silent and a brief silence enveloped between them.

"I've asked something" Presses samaira, her tone stern.

"Yaar, Maybe I can't. Because I'm not in right terms with my mother again" Replied meera, her tone low.

Samaira's brows furrowed, "What happened again? You said something?" Questions samaira, her tone laced with concern.

"You know her yaar, She wants me to marry and return to India permanently. I couldn't help and got in a heated conversation with her." Replied meera, her tone playful.

"Dude! You're always up to mess up things. Also, uncle didn't defend you? I'm sure he did" Stated samaira.

"He did and guess what, He got yelled and didn't say anything on this further. So, if my mother knows, I'm coming to India. I'm sure she'll drag me with her to my house." Replied meera dryly.

A sigh escaped samaira's lips, "So, you are not gonna attend my brother's wedding?" Questions samaira.

"Maybe or maybe not. But, I can guarantee that, I can attend your attend soon" Teases meera, her tone playful.

"Who told you i'm going to get married? I will never! Also, I'm not in a mood to urge! Don't drag it further" Threatens samaira, her tone playful yet stern.

"Then when are you planning to get married beta? After me?" Teases meera playfully.

"I'm sure that before I get married, you'll definitely have kids. So, don't get your hopes high." Replied samaira.

"Alright! Calm down. I was just playing around dude!" Surrenders meera with a chuckle.

"Alright! Now tell me, Are you seriously not gonna visit India?" Questions samaira, her tone gentle.

"As I already told you, It's difficult but let's see, After making up with my mother, I'll visit India once" Replied meera.

Samaira just hummed in response.

"Also, when are you getting married?" Questions meera, her tone playful.

"Arey again you are on my marriage topic. I already told, I'm not gonna get married!" Exclaims samaira, her tone laced with disbelief.

"And why is that?" Says Aryan, settling beside samaira on the bench.

Samaira got startled for a moment, "I-I'll call you back" Saying this, she hung up the call before meera could reply.

"You are here? You were eavesdropping on us?" Questions samaira.

"No, I just came to call you" Replied Aryan, looking into her eyes.

"I already informed that, I'll join later right? But still you are here to call me?" Says samaira, her tone stern.

"Alright, Now that you ended the call, Come with me. We're waiting for you" Retorts Aryan, unfazed by her question.

"Mr.Rathore, I've asked something. But still you reply whatever you like" Says samaira, averting her gaze away.

"Okay then, I'll answer whatever you want me to" Replied Aryan, deeply looking into her eyes. His tone deep.

Before samaira could answer, Aryan's phone buzzed grabbing their attention.

Aryan mutters something under his breath, glancing at the caller I'd.

Aryan declines the call, and after again few seconds, his phone began to ring.

"Pick it up Mr. Rathore. It must be your girlfriend, she must be waiting for you. Instead of wasting with me, go and talk with your girlfriend" Says samaira, her tone laced with sarcasm.

"I don't have a girlfriend, also, it's a client calling me. I never had a girlfriend in the past nor I'll have it in the future." Scoffs Aryan, his tone laced with disbelief.

Looking into his eyes, samaira replied, "Oh yeah, You must be loyal for that saanvi right? Gotcha! No need for further explanations". Her tone steady.

"What? Saanvi? How is that possible? I never thought her as my girlfriend. She's just a college mate, Samaira" Says Aryan, his eyes sparkled with sincerity and determination.

"Alright, I believed it. Thanks for you valuable information. May God bless you" Replied samaira, folding her arms across her chest. Her tone sarcastic.

Taking a deep breath, Aryan spoke, "Samaira whatever you saw that day was my mistake and I was just out of my mind. I didn't mean to hurt you, I always admired you samaira" His tone soft.

"Mr. Rathore, I said I don't need any explanations right? But still you're doing it. Saanvi will be sad, if she knows it. Please don't do that" Replied samaira, her tone laced with sarcasm.

A sigh escaped Aryan's lips, "Samaira, It didn't matter if she's sad or what not. Everything that matters to me is you. I just need a second chance, and I'll prove it" Spoke Aryan softly.

Averting her gaze away, samaira spoke, "Alright. I'm going, Maybe kiara's waiting for me" Saying this, samaira rose up from her seat.

Before she could take a step further, Aryan grabs her wrist, catching her off guard.

"Mr. Rathore, May I know what you are doing? It would be nice if you leave my hand" Says samaira, struggling to get out of his grip. But he's more stronger than samaira, so, All her struggles went in vain.

Aryan stood up from his seat, and spoke, "I didn't catch it to leave. Also, please give me a second chance samaira, I'll definitely rectify my mistakes and never do it again. Don't ignore me samaira" His tone desperate.

"First leave my hand" Replied samaira, her tone threatening and low.

Aryan loosened his grip, causing her to pull her hand back.

Taking a deep breath, samaira replied, "There's nothing to please about

Mr. Rathore. Just don't waste your time on me" Her tone calm.

"Also, Just don't care about me in the future too. I don't need someone's care on me" Saying this, samaira left leaving Aryan alone.

Watching her leave, he thought, "You're really stubborn samaira, but there's no going back for me."

After some moments, Aryan followed suit and left the place.

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Dhruv's car:-

Both didn't say anything, and sat in utter silence since the journey started. Akshara stares the window, while dhruv secretly steal glances of Akshara.

Not knowing how to start conversation, he sighs in defeat.

"How should I start a conversation? First of all, what should I talk about?" Thought dhruv, while his hands grip the steering wheel. His gaze on the road.

"How should I get her number? Should I ask samaira since she have it?" Thought dhruv.

"Uhm- Thanks for dropping me off at home. I'm really grateful for that" Starts akshara with a polite smile.

Glancing at her, Dhruv replied, "Its totally fine. There's no need to thank me."

"Also, What's your number?" Inquired Dhruv, his tone low and hesitant.

Akshara's brows furrowed, "Uhm- Can I ask why?" Questions akshara, her tone laced with confusion.

"Just in case, If there's anything, I can inform you in the future. Maybe It'll be helpful" Replied dhruv observing her question mark face.

Akshara thought for a moment, "Alright" Saying this, akshara nods her head.

"Here's my phone, Save your number" Says dhruv quickly handing his phone to akshara.

Akshara with a hesitant move, takes his phone and saves her number.

"Here's my number." Saying this, akshara handed his phone back to him.

"Thanks" Replied dhruv with a small smile.

Akshara nods her head in response.

Again utter silence envelopes between them.

This time, dhruv spoke, "When's your birthday?"

"Uhm- It's on 23rd November" Replied Akshara with a hesitant smile.

Dhruv nods his head in response, again his gaze fixed on the road.

After some moments, Akshara's house came in sight.

"Thanks for the ride" Saying this, akshara gets out of the car.

Glancing at her, dhruv spoke softly, "Yeah, Good night"

With a broad smile, she replied, "Good night, Have a safe ride" Saying this, she made her towards her home.

"Her smile" Whispers dhruv glancing at her disappearing figure.

Once he confirms, she heads inside the home safely. He started the engine and left the place.

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That's it guys!!!👹 Sorry a late update again🏃. Also, Thanks for reading 💗 and... Stay tuned for next chapter👀 Byeee💗👽.

-AuthorDaisy