Chapter 35

Aryan's Pov:-

That's it. That's the last hook of my patience. I made my way towards samaira and whoever it is.

I don't like them doing that handshake of them, cause it consists a HUG in the end, which I never liked, because....... Whatever.

Before they could join their hands, I gently pulled samaira close to me, I can observe her frowning. "Yeah, Hello Aditya? How are you?" I greet, dragging him for a hug and handshake instead of samaira.

Aditya looks confused for a second but greets me back, saying, "Hello, Aryan. Long time no see? I'm fine, What about you?"

I reculantly plaster a smile, "I'm great! Definitely because samaira's been taking good care of me. Of course, she's liked me since we were kids."

I replied.

I can observe both of them frowning, "like a friend" I complete the sentence which reculantly spilled from my mouth. It is hard to finish this sentence, It would have been better without this.

His frowns ceases, "Oh yeah definitely, I've seen samaira always behind you. She really liked you since childhood" Aditya says, offering a smile.

Before I could reply, samaira interrupts, "Stop it, Also, Mr. Rathore you never behaved like this right? What happened to you now? See here many girls are waiting to meet you, you can introduce yourself to them, if you are so interested to talk" Says samaira, glaring intensely at me.

Wow this is the first time samaira stared at me like this. A smile crept onto my lips, imagining how it would look she always stared at me like this. I would gladly end my life.

"Alright, We're going. We've many things to discuss" Saying this, samaira grabs Aditya's palm and dragged him along with her. I guess Aditya didn't understand anything, he looks more confused.

Did she just hold his palm? I scoff. Whatever it is, I'm never going to leave them alone.

With this, I followed them. "Wait, samaira, I'll drag this chair for you" Aditya spoke, as they reached a empty table.

"Thanks Adi" Samaira replied with a smile. She never smiled at them!! And she even gave a nickname to him? I scoff again.

Aditya again grinned and was about to sit beside samaira, but being me here, he couldn't get that opportunity.

"Thanks Aditya, I'm comfortable here" I spoke with a innocent smile, while I forcefully settle on the chair, which Aditya grabbed for himself.

Samaira scoffs in disbelief, while i just flash a grin in return. "Yeah Alright, I'll seat opposite to you" Saying this, He settled on the opposite seat in front of us.

I smirk, while I glance at samaira. "Mr. Rathore? Don't you think you're being too childish?" Samaira whispers, glaring at me.

"No, I'm not. I just want to have a conversation with Aditya" I replied, offering a innocent smile.

Samaira rolls her eyes and comfortably shifts on the seat. She looks cute, Ahh my heart skipped a beat, as I imagine her rolling her eyes for a total different reason.

"Alright? Samaira, I heard you went to New york suddenly? Can I know why? I mean like you never take decisions suddenly right? So, I'm just curious" Says Aditya.

He doesn't have any other work rather than following samaira? Why he needs to know that reason? What will he even do with that? I wish I could push him from 5th floor of this venue hall.

Samaira briefly glance at me before answering, "It's not a sudden decision, but yeah, I always wanted to study at New york and learn more about fashion designing. So, That's the reason why I went to New york" Replied samaira glancing at him.

Aditya nods his head as if he's listening to her very attentively.

Fool.

"Alright! Tell me about you Aditya? What about you?" Questions samaira.

"I'm busy minding my own business. Banerjee reforms? You know it right?" He says.

"Oh yeah, I know it, I heard it from papa." Replied samaira.

I clench my jaw feeling utterly possessive towards samaira, I don't her to talk with him. Do they have to talk about this? Why don't samaira talk with me while looking my eyes? It's not like there's some galaxy in his eyes to look into. I scoff.

But the point is, how should I disturb them? How to send him away? How about I search about it? No they'll think that I'm not interested sitting here.

Anyways, It's the fact. I wouldn't have been sitting here if it's not for samaira.

"Aditya, Seems like Vijay uncle is calling you? Maybe he wants to meet you?" I spoke, as if I'm being honest, but I'm not.

It's totally alright to lie sometimes. Chaal tha hai, chaal tha hai (It's fine, It's fine).

"But I couldn't see it, perhaps you've been mistaken. Vijay uncle isn't calling me" Aditya replied glancing in my direction.

Wish I could drag him from here, but I can't, in front of samaira. "What if he's not calling you? You should go and meet him right? Also meet all the family members and greet them politely. They will be very happy to meet you" I spoke, glaring at him.

Why can't he move his ass from here? I'm trying to convince him to move, But still, he never listens.

Fool.

"Oh yeah, Whatever you said was true. Wait, I'm going to meet them" Spoke Aditya nodding this head.

Finally he realized something useful. He better move from here already, before I kick him from here.

Aditya rose up from his seat and marched towards samaira's family. "Wait, I'll accompany him" Saying this, Samaira was about to move from her seat.

But before that, I grab her chair close to me. Samaira's brows furrowed, she looks confused and maybe frustrated by my actions but I care less about it right now. Because I'm dangerously being attracted by her to feel those emotions.

"Excuse me? Stop dragging my chair, I'm observing you're being weird,

Mr. Rathore? Gotta explain your acts?" Says samaira, raising her brows while she folds her arms across her chest.

"Cause, I don't him to come near you nor you talk to him. I don't like it when you do it. So, Stop hanging around with him. Let's go, Let's sit separately from him" I quickly replied, feeling a mix of anger and longing.

Samaira frowns again. Now she's deeply thinking about something. She looks too cute right now, just like a cute kitten. I don't know when this little kitten is gonna scratch, even if she does it, I would gladly showcase it, cause it would be my first mark from her.

"You don't have a right to feel that, Also, I'm leaving, do whatever you want" Saying this, samaira rose up from her seat and started to walk towards Aditya.

Samaira's never going to listen my words. I know it for sure. A sigh escaped my lips as I grab her hand and automatically due to the sudden force, she stumbles and falls on my lap directly. Well, Actually I want that.

She's just like a sack of cotton, she is underweight or what? She's not even heavy, then how's she's going to handle me?

Samaira eyes widened as she glanced at me, it took a bare second for her to reliaze that, I pulled her towards me.

Well..... That's sounds good.

"M-Mr.Rathore, Leave me you're being shameless day by day, I swear if anyone see us like this" She stammers, looking around, checking if anyone seen us. Her tone felt threatening and demanding.

Even if they see us in this position, I wouldn't mind it.

She wiggles in my lap making me groan in response. Well...I don't need to explain the reason.

"Samaira stop wiggling or I would do more than what you imagine" I spoke, my tone low and deep. It is enough to send goosebumps to her skin, I can see how it arises quickly.

She stopped wiggling understanding the meaning behind it. Grabbing the chance, I wrapped my arms around her bare waist, drawing her more close to me. My cold fingers brushed against her heated skin, she froze in her place, maybe too stunned by my actions.

I rested my head on her shoulder, closing my eyes, seeking comfort from it. My face just mere inches away from her lips. It is really comfortable leaning close to her, she's soft and delicate.

I felt my heart skip a beat when I felt her turning her head towards me. Now she can get a clear view of my face. "Next we're gonna perform, so let me stay like this. It's comfortable" I spoke, feeling her sweet scent hitting my nostrils, it really makes wanna lose my control.

I can say that, She's nervous and tensed. "Calm down, Everyone are busy in chatting and clicking pics. Nobody's gonna observe us, even if they did, let's not mind it" I spoke, my tone low and deep.

"Stop it, Mr. Rathore. Leave me, I don't want any misunderstandings about us. Leave me p-please" She pleads, as I inhale her scent, filling my nostrils with her perfume. Her voice faltered in the end.

"Alright, I'll leave you but on one condition, You should not hang around with that Aditya. If you agree for it, I'll leave you." I replied, raising my head to look into her eyes, while my grip around her waist tightens, Not as much to hurt her.

Samaira scoffs in disbelief, "Are you serious right now? Why I shouldn't talk to him? He's my childhood friend, I'll talk with him, hang with him and also eat with him! My wish" Says samaira with a determined look, as she folds her arms across her chest.

I smirked and spoke, "Okay then, Since you're not agreeing, let's stay like this, Actually I'm more comfortable in this position"

Saying this, I pull her more close to me and rested my head on her shoulder.

Samaira froze again, she sat still, thinking about something. "Alright! Alright! I agree, Leave me now" She says.

She should have taken some more time to think then, we would have stayed like this for a bit more. Whatever she's doing whatever I want, It's a profit for me.

My grip around her loosened, she quickly stood from my lap and fixed her duppata.

I rose up my seat and stood behind her, "Did you think that, I'll do as you say? Never" Saying this, samaira ran or I would have definitely grabbed her again and made her sit on my lap. But, this time, I would have done more than hugging her like a koala.

"You'll definitely face consequences for this samaira, We'll perform right? I'll show you" I spoke to myself, while a mischievous idea popped in my mind.

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Author's Pov:-

"Samaira where were you until now? And where's Aryan bhai?" Questions kiara with a brow raised, as she observes samaira, quickly settling on the seat.

"I was with Aditya. I don't know him" Replied samaira fidgeting with her duppata.

"Alright, I believe you" Says kiara, while her brows are knitted together in confusion.

Samaira offers a smile, observing kiara's reaction.

"Where's Aditya? I didn't meet him, You were with him right?" Inquires Advik glancing around.

"He went to meet Papa and maa. I guess he'll be back in few minutes" Replied samaira.

Advik nodded his head in response.

Aryan walked towards them and settled on his seat while glancing at samaira. She didn't look in his direction, trying to avoid him as much as possible.

"Dude? Where were you? You followed samaira right? Did you do anything stupid again that made samaira nervous?" Whispers Pranav, leaning close to Aryan's ear.

"No I didn't do anything. I just joined her and Aditya at the table." Answered Aryan, flashing a innocent look.

A sigh escaped pranav's lips as he observed his expression. "Alright, I believe you" Says pranav with a knowing look.

"Alright, Aryan & Samaira! You guys get ready to get on stage. All the best" Saying this, Advik marched towards the stage, observing the photo session of Riya and Rajvansh has ended.

Both of them nodded their heads in response.

Advik climbed onto the stage, as Riya and rajvansh hopped down the stage before settling on their respective seats.

"Alright! The lil break is over! So, We have already seen some performances from my friends! So, How about watch another performance by Aryan & samaira?" Exclaims Advik. Everyone hooted in return, while the others exchanged teasing glances.

"So yeah my friends!! Let's make this sangeet night filled with laughter, dance and joy!!" Exclaims Advik with a grin.

Everyone started clapping and hooting at his energy.

Soon Aryan and Samaira walked towards the stage.

"All the best samaira!" Says Aditya offering a supportive smile. "Thanks! I'll slay it as always" Replied samaira with a playful smile. While Aryan rolled his eyes glancing at both of them.

"Alright let's go. Aditya you can join them. Advik's waiting to meet you" Saying this, Aryan dragged samaira along with him.

Samaira frowns but still follows him to the stage, while Aditya joined the rest of the members.

The lights dims as the song started playing, Aryan & Samaira stood in the center. Everyone fell silent, all eyes on them.

As the song processes, Aryan approaches samaira with a genuine smile, conveying his affection.

🎶- Janam Janam

Janam Janam Janam,

Saath chalna yunhi.

Qasam tumhe Qasam,

Aake milna yahin.

Aryan gently took samaira's palm into his and twirl her around into a graceful spin. Her dress flowed, elegantly around her.

Their movements are synchronized, creating a sense of harmony as they dance together.

Meri subah ho tumhi,

Aur tumhe shaam ho,

Tum dard ho tum,

Hi aaram ho.

Aryan lip-sync the lyrics glancing at samaira affectionately, his eyes conveyed something deep, which samaira couldn't get behold of. As they continue the dance with graceful spins and twirls.

Meri hoke hamesha hi reh,

Na kabhi na kehna alvida.

Aryan pulls samaira more closer than instructed, he intimately looks into her eyes. Samaira looked confused but still lets him continues his actions.

Aryan slowly twirls her around and pulled her near his chest, making her back face him.

Samaira felt butterflies in her stomach as their hands brushed against each other, while his hot breath fanned against her neck.

Mahima and sobitha exchanged knowing glances, as they admire Aryan and samaira.

"They really look perfect, Just like a match made in heaven" Mutters sobitha, admiring the couple.

With a smile, mahima replied, "Yeah, I know it. They are really perfect for each other, They compliment each other."

Glancing at mahima, sobitha spoke, "How about we.....extend our relationship? From being friends to In-laws?"

"That's really a good choice, I'm excited. Actually, I really liked them being together, They are really best and perfect for each other" Chims in nalini with a enthusiastic smile.

Mahima and sobitha chuckled in response at her enthusiasm.

"Hey include me in! What were you guys talking about?" Chims in suguna.

Three of them exchanged teasing glances making suguna more confused.

"I'll explain it to you later, Let's discuss this at home, okay?" Says sobitha with a warm smile.

Suguna looked confused but still nods her head in response.

While Aryan plants a kiss on samaira's neck glancing at Aditya, briefly before stepping back observing his family are distracted and are talking about something.

The elders didn't notice his deed but the youngsters exchanged looks of

astonishment.

Aditya looked confused and surprised by his action.

Pranav mouth hung open as he observed Aryan's action, "Did h-he just kissed samaira? Woah! I'm proud of him. I can also do this one! Maybe kiara won't mind it too" Says pranav while folding his arms across his chest, his tone remains low.

"What you're proud of? Try to do it yourself in front of elders, you'll get kisses in the form of slaps from kiara and others too" Replied dhruv with a sarcastic look.

Pranav rolled his eyes in response.

While kiara and Akshara exchanged shocked glances.

"Did you notice what Aryan bhai did? Like seriously? I know there's something between them" Says Akshara leaning close to kiara.

A sigh escaped kiara's lips, "Yeah, There's really something going to happen" Says kiara, thinking about something.

Samaira eyes widened as she realized his action before she could react, he twirls her around and sync the next lyrics.

Meri hoke hamesha hi reh,

Na kabhi na kehna alvida.

As high note hits, they both shifts and sways to the sides, allowing for eye contact.

Everyone looked at them with awe, totally impressed by their intimate yet elegant performance, their steps are totally synchronized with each other, making their performance even more meaningful than ever.

As the climax of the song hits, Aryan gently lifts samaira, grabbing her by waist, before gently bringing her back down.

Everyone burst into hoots unable to contain their amusement. Their mesmerizing performance expressed profound emotions.

As the song came to an end, Aryan and samaira gave a final touch to the song by looking into each other's eyes.

The years of longing and excitement for samaira are palpable in Aryan's eyes, which the elders couldn't understand but pranav, kiara and Dhruv exchanged knowing glances.

"He really missed samaira, when she left him. He became more and more miserable after rejecting her, Aryan always used to blame himself for making her hurt through his actions."

"And also when he heard samaira's gonna reach India, he was the most happiest one." Says pranav, His voice resonated with deep emotion for his best friend.

Glancing at pranav, kiara spoke, "Whenever we used to meet for family gatherings after samaira left, Aryan bhai never joined us, even though when he joins, he never looked like he liked the gathering or found peace from it."

"But the day he met samaira again, His face beamed with happiness and peace. I have seen a different sparkle in his eyes. I don't know what's going to happen in future, but I hope there's something good for Aryan bhai and samaira" Sighs kiara.

Dhruv absorbing their words, replied, "Whatever it is. I'm sure Aryan and samaira will be together, I know Aryan is still not open about his feelings but I'm sure he loves samaira"

Pranav and kiara nods their heads in response.

Their trance are broken by the sounds of loud applause and hootings for Aryan and samaira.

"That was an extraordinary performance by my friend and sister! It was really mesmerizing!" Exclaims Advik, his voice loudly radiated through the microphone.

The air was filled with lively claps and hoots, adding to the excitement.

"So? The sangeet performance ends here? Well, My friends gonna clarify that" Says Advik, making everyone confused. The guests exchanged confused glances as they heard his words.

Advik hopped down the stage with a teasing smile.

Music started playing in the background making everyone exchange surprised glances, while Akshara, Samaira and kiara hopped onto the stage with some playful smiles plastered on their faces.

Their colourful outfits sparkled under the lights, as they synchronized their steps. Their hips swayed with the beat, while they exchange joyful glances.

🎶- London thumakda

Hila de chaldi tuk tuk tu kardi

Make-up Tu kaardi yaar

Angrezi padhdi git pit Tu kardi

Jimme queen saadi victoria.

Tu ghanti big ban di.

Their playful yet synchronized moves, earned more hoots and applause. The air filled with joy and chuckles as they continue their energetic performance.

While Aryan, Pranav and Dhruv are lost in admiring their girls.

With each beat, they twirl and sway, their feets tapping rhythmically as they interact with one another, sharing smiles and playful gestures.

Haye!! Aha!!!

Lathe di chadar, uthe honeymoon kar maahiya.

As the song processed, Aryan, pranav and dhruv joined the stage with infectious energy. Everyone burst into cheerful hoots and claps at their sudden entry.

Their moves synchronized with eachother as they gracefully sway into a spin. Energy radiated through them, The guests couldn't help but clap along, swept up in the joyous celebration.

As the beat drops, they incorporate lively footwork and dramatic spins, filling the stage with dynamic movement.

With a playful smile, samaira dragged Aditya, vijay, veerendra, sobitha and mahima along with her. While kiara drags Aadhya, pragati along with her.

Akshara invites nalini, suguna, riya rajvansh and Ashok along with her.

The family joined the fun with playful smiles, dancing and singing along with them, creating an even more engaging experience. The performance culminates in a high-level energy.

Everyone in the venue hall burst into cheerful hoots and claps, singing along with them.

The atmosphere was buzzing with lively singing and vibrant dancing.

The song hits off, They striked a powerful pose, earning cheerful hoots and chuckles.

A joyous smile spread across their faces as they hopped down the stage.

"That was an energetic performance! We really enjoyed the lively and energetic performance. The ending was the most beautiful one, everyone joined it! It was really the best performance" Says Advik with his usual killer smile, as he hopped onto the stage.

"So? This night really ends here! I hope you enjoy the rest of the night!"

"Thanks! Everyone!" Adds Advik.

Everyone burst into cheerful claps and hoots as they chuckle at his words.

Soon, everyone engaged in lively conversations, chatting about random stuff and businesses.

"So what do you think about it? Do you think Samaira & Aryan will agree for this proposal? We need to discuss this with them about their opinion" Says Veerendra, glancing at everyone.

Nodding her head, Lalitha spoke, "Yeah we can't force them, We will take a step forward if they are okay with it. What do you say, kavitha?"

"Whatever you said was right, Let's ask for their opinion and then let's decide about the dates of the marriage" Agrees kavitha.

Sobitha & Mahima exchanged knowing glances, "We're planning to ask them tomorrow, Since it's better to discuss it sooner." Says mahima.

Everyone nodded their heads in response.

"Upon reaching home, let's ask Aryan about his opinion first." Says sobitha, glancing at Veerendra.

"Alright! Let's do it" Replied Veerendra, nodding his head in agreement.

While the youngsters are chatting with each other, as chuckles freely escape through them.

"Also! Aditya never left my side after I left him in the haunted house. It was really funny when I saw him, crying, hugging his mother" Says samaira, sharing her childhood memories with others. A red flew onto her cheeks as she controls her laughter.

Aditya groans playfully, while the others expect Aryan burst into a fit of laughter as observed their banter.

"That Aditya is really a problem for me, He's really getting on my nerves. I don't like him at all" Thought Aryan as he stares at, Aditya's laughing figure. While a scowl remains on his face.

Observing his burning gaze on Aditya, Pranav whispers, "Dude? What's with that scowl on your face? Also, why are staring at Aditya? He didn't do anything right? Actually he's a nice guy!"

Aryan glared at pranav, making him shut immediately.

"Alright. Don't stare at me with your pretty eyes, I won't talk okay?" Says pranav.

Aryan rolled his eyes in response.

Time passed with chatting and laughing after half-and-hour. Everyone parted ways to their respective home, utterly exhausted by the event.

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*Rathore's mansion*

After reaching home, everyone retreated to their rooms to fresh up since they already dinner with their friends in the sangeet function.

After freshing up sobitha and Veerendra marched towards mahendra's room and knocked on the door.

After few seconds, the door creaked open revealing lalitha on the door entrance. "Come in beta, we're waiting for you guys" Says lalitha letting them enter the room. As mahendra asked them to gather in his room.

Mahendra is already seated on the leather couch, thinking about something.

Lalitha settled on the couch beside mahendra while sobitha & Veerendra on the couch which is opposite to them.

"So? How are you gonna ask him? Are you guys sure that he's gonna agree for this proposal? I mean like, Aryan never agreed to get married even though we asked him many times right? So I doubt it" Says mahendra, while his features softened.

Nodding his head, Veerendra spoke, "Whatever papa said was true. What will we do if he doesn't agree?"

Lalitha and Sobitha exchanged knowing glances, "I know that Aryan never agreed to get married but I'm sure that he's gonna agree to get married to samaira" Says lalitha glancing at sobitha, while she nods her head agreeing with her.

"What are you both so sure of?" Says veerendra getting confused by their strong confidence.

With a warm smile, sobitha replied, "Because, You remember the day when samaira was about to get into an accident right?"

Veerendra and mahendra nods their head while confusion was evident on their faces.

"I never seen Aryan so tensed other than that day, when I was about to ask him to fetch samaira, but he was already ready with his car keys and left in a hurry to pick up. Also, when Aryan bought samaira back, there an unknown peace on his face, which we never seen before."

"This is why I'm atleast hoping that, He's gonna agree this time" Says Sobitha, with a hopeful smile.

Veerendra and mehendra nodded their heads with a smile, totally agreeing with her point.

Getting up from his seat, mahendra spoke, "Alright, Let's go discuss this with Aryan. We have to ask about his opinion right?"

Lalitha, Veerendra and sobitha nodded their heads and followed mahendra towards Aryan's room.

Four of them stood, exchanging glances. Taking a step forward, sobitha knocks on the door.

After few seconds Aryan creak opens the door.

"Aryan beta? Are you asleep?" Says sobitha as Aryan opens the door of his room after hearing the sounds of knocks.

Aryan looked confused after glancing at four of them, as he's confused about their sudden arrival in midnight.

"No maa, I was about to check some files, Please come in" Saying this Aryan lets them enter inside his room.

Everyone settled on the leather couches and exchanged nervous glances as they are debating who's gonna talk first.

"You go first" Whispers lalitha glancing at veerendra.

But Veerendra signals mahendra to talk first, while mahendra avoids his gaze and looks around totally unhinged by his signals.

Observing their signals, Aryan's brows knitted together in suspicion as he folds his arms across his chest.

Aryan waits for them to talk first but they all remain silent exchanging glances.

"May I know the reason you guys came together? I can't understand if you stay still" Says Aryan, glancing at them.

"Actually Aryan beta......We're here to talk about your marriage" Trails off Sobitha, observing Aryan's features hardened.

Aryan remains silent while his expression turns cold.

"Maa, I already informed you guys before, I'm still not ready for marriage. I don't want to get married now" Says Aryan softly.

Four of them exchanged glances, their worry deepening.

"Aryan, How long are you gonna stay like this? Shouldn't you also get married to a girl and start a family? How long are you gonna reject proposals?" Says mahendra softly.

Aryan rose up from his seat, gazing out of the window, which is beside the couch, he spoke, "I already informed this before, please don't force me on this topic. I'm not ready for any marriage"

Four of them exchanged looks of worry as Aryan continuously refuses.

Sobitha rose up from her seat, and marched towards Aryan. She gently placed her hand on Aryan's shoulder, her touch was warm and comforting.

A sigh escaped Aryan's lips, as he turns to face sobitha, who stood with a lingering hope in her eyes.

"Samaira is the one who i'm going to marry but how should I say it with them? Even if they agree, samaira's never gonna agree" Thought Aryan, his features softened.

Mahendra, lalitha & Veerendra joined sobitha and stood behind her.

"Aryan beta, We're not forcing you about this. But we'll be really happy if you get married to Samaira. We're really excited to make her our daughter-in-law" Says sobitha softly.

Aryan froze on his place, his movements halts. His heart beat fastened hearing samaira's name, goosebumps started to arise on his skin, as he processed sobitha's words.

"Yes beta, she's really a perfect match for you. You guys compliment each other. We'll be really happy if you get married to samaira" Adds veerendra, his eyes sparkled with hope.

Nodding her head, Mahendra spoke softly, "Even samaira's family is really happy to get samaira married to you. Now, the decision depends upon you and samaira, you're ones who's gonna decide it"

"We really liked samaira since childhood and always wanted to make her our daughter-in-law. She's really respectful and polite towards elders and others since childhood. Now, we're even more convinced seeing her after six years. She's really beautiful too" Adds Lalitha, her tone tender and gentle.

"Samaira?" Finally chokes out Aryan, after taking brief pause hearing their words.

"Yes. Samaira! So? What do you think about her? Do you agree? Even mahima's gonna discuss this with samaira. She said she'll call me tomorrow after getting samaira's answer" Says Sobitha with a warm smile, her eyes sparkled with excitement.

Aryan fell silent again, his gaze shifted towards the window. His mind raised with countless thought and excitement while four of them awaits for his answer.

"As your wish maa. Do whatever you guys want" Says Aryan.

"Finally!!" Exclaims Riya, Suguna and Ashok as they stood behind the door since a long time, hearing their conversation. While a small smile spread across Dhruv's face.

Four of them startled at their sudden entry but burst into chuckles at their excitement.

"Since how long were you guys eavesdropping? We didn't even notice your presence" Says Lalitha with a playful smile.

"It's just that we're here since the starting! Also, Does this mean samaira and Aryan bhai are going to get married?" Says Riya vibrating with happiness.

Everyone chuckles at her excitement while Dhruv stood near Aryan, who's still lost in his thoughts, a soft smile lingered on Aryan's lips.

"Aryan bhai, I'm happy for you. I hope samaira agrees for this proposal." Says Dhruv softly, a tender smile spread across his face.

"That's what I'm thinking too, I really hope she agrees for this. But I'm not quite sure of it" Says Aryan, his eyes sparkled with hope and concern.

Dhruv nods in head observing his concern.

After sometime, everyone left to their respective rooms after discussing about Aryan & samaira.

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*The next day*

The warm rays of the sun hit the Aggarwal's mansion as the birds sung along, creating a serene yet calm atmosphere.

The telephone rang, grabbing everyone's attention as they are present in the living hall.

"I'll attend it" Saying this mahima, marched towards the telephone, pressing the phone to her ear, she spoke, "Hello?"

"Hello? Mahima, What did samaira say? Did she agree for this proposal?" Questions sobitha on the line, her tone laced with concern and excitement.

"No we still haven't discussed this topic with samaira, but as soon as she comes down, Our whole family will discuss this with her." Replied mahima.

"Alright! Call me after knowing her answer" Says sobitha.

"Also, You guys start early so you can reach early, Let's discuss this properly" Replied mahima before hanging up the call, after hearing a faint hum, mahima hung up the call.

"Who was on the line Didi?" Questions nalini.

"It was sobitha, she's too nervous and excited for samaira's answer. We need to ask her opinion today" Replied Mahima, her tone gentle.

Soon, Samaira hopped down the stairs, reached the living hall, everyone are present discussing something but they stops when samaira arrives.

Settling on the couch, samaira spoke playfully "What happened? Y'all stopped talking? Gossiping about me?"

With a playful smile, Advik replied, "Yep! About your marriage"

It was sudden and quick that made Samaira choke on air, "What are you talking about bhai? Rajvansh bhai's wedding is gonna take place in two days and you're discussing about my marriage? You guys are unbelievable"

Mahima rose up from her seat and settled beside samaira, her eyes sparkled with hope and determination.

Everyone gathered around samaira, their faces showed a different expression which samaira couldn't get behold of.

Samaira's brows knitted together in confusion as she observes their actions.

"What happened? What are you guys trying to do?" Questions Samaira, her eyes narrowed in suspicion.

Everyone exchanged nervous glances, Rajvansh says softly, "First promise us that you won't be angry"

"Alright! I won't be angry. Just tell me, what y'all want?" Questions Samaira, her tone laced with confusion.

This time, Mahima spoke, gently placing her palm on samaira's shoulder, "How about you get married to......Aryan?"

Samaira's whole world stopped for a moment, she froze in her place. She felt her heart skip a beat as she processes her words.

"Marriage with Aryan?" Thought Samaira, her eyes fixed on the marble floor, as the memories of his rejections flashed in front of her.

"Samaira? Say something beta, what's your answer" Questions Vijay, his tone laced with concern.

Samaira rose up her seat and stood, making everyone concerned.

Samaira didn't say anything and stood, thinking deeply about something.

Observing her reaction, Mahima stood behind, caressing her head, she spoke softly, "Samaira beta, It's alright. You can take time. You can think about it"

Samaira about to refuse, but as she glanced around, she met the hopeful gazes of her family members, their eyes filled with expectation.

She felt a sense of waveriness washed over her as she glanced at her grandfather, who stood still, his eyes sparkled with hope and concern.

"Finally my family members are asking something from me, but still I can't provide it for them. Their hope filled eyes making me more restless. What should I do?" Thought samaira, as she glanced around.

Everyone awaits for her answer. The atmosphere was filled with silence and concern.

"I agree for this proposal" She finally chokes out, her tone low yet audible.

"Finally!!" The family members exclaims, their excitement palpable and tears shimmered down mahima's eyes.

"Everyone! Aryan's family is here!" Exclaims Advik, his gaze fixed on the entrance.

Samaira glanced in Advik's direction and met with the sight of Aryan, who stood wide eyed, his eyes sparkled with determination and some profound emotion.

The rathore's family showed up at the entrance, excited smiles spread across their faces as they heard samaira's answer.

"Please come in" Says Nalini with a warm smile, directing them towards the couches.

Sobitha marched towards samaira and lovingly caressed her head, a warm smile lingered on her face.

"Thanks beta" Says sobitha, her eyes glistened lightly.

Samaira hesitantly nods her head with a small smile.

"Please have a seat, Aunty," Says samaira with a polite smile. Sobitha nods her head with a tender smile while glancing at Aryan, who stood still, glancing at samaira.

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That's it guysss!!! Sorry for the late update again👉👈 I'm having my exams, so I couldn't update🙃. Also, Thanks for reading 💗 If you find any mistakes please comment about it, I'll try to correct it🙂. Also!! Stay tuned for next chapter👀 Byeeee💗🥰

-AuthorDaisy