chapter 13

As Aditya went into the kitchen, Aashi's phone rang, displaying the name "Mrs. Dutta." A smile instantly spread across Aashi's face, and she eagerly answered the call.Aashi: Hello Mrs. Dutta (Aashi greeted warmly) Mrs Dutta: Hello Aashi. Is this a good time to talk? Aashi: Yes, of course Mrs Dutta. Please tell me. Mrs Dutta: Well, I just called to inform you that I have spoken with the committee about displaying Aditya's paintings. Everything is set now. Within five days, Aditya's paintings will be displayed in our art gallery. Hearing this news, Aashi couldn't contain her excitement and happiness. Aashi: Ohhh really? Mrs. Dutta I am so glad that it's finally happening. Thank you, thank you so-so much! (Aashi expressed her gratitude) Mrs Dutta: oh dear Aashi, I am not doing any kind of favor on you. And by the way, Aditya is really a nice guy. You both look perfect as a couple (Mrs. Dutta replied with a smile) Aashi was taken aback by Mrs. Dutta's unexpected comment. Aashi: Ahh...Mrs. Dutta, what... what are you trying to say? (Aashi questioned, with her voice filled with surprise) Mrs Dutta: hey come on Aashi, You might not have told me, but the way you guys look at each other, anybody in the world can guess that you both are in love, and trust me, am really happy for you. Aashi smiled hearing Mrs Dutta's reply Aashi: actually your right Mrs Dutta, me and Aditya are in love with eachother, I never imagined...that someday a person like Aditya would come in my life, with whom I would be madly in love with.... anyways, so when should Aditya and I come to Bangalore? (Aashi inquired eagerly) Mrs Dutta: welll As soon as possible. The paintings will be displayed within five days, so you guys need to reach here before that. Aashi: Alright Mrs Dutta. We will see you soon. Bye (Aashi replied, ending the call) She rushed into the kitchen to share the good news with Aditya, who was busy preparing coffee.Aashi: Hey hey hey! Aditya listen! Aditya turned towards her, his eyes filled with curiosity. Aditya: Hey what happened Aashi? All of a sudden, I can see so much happiness on your face (Aditya questioned with curosity) Aashi: well guess what? I got a call from Mrs. Dutta. She told me that your paintings will finally be displayed within five days in her art gallery. Meanwhile, we need to reach Bangalore before that. Aditya's heart filled with joy upon hearing the news. Aditya: Oh my God, Really Aashi? I just can't believe it. Finally, the day has come closer when my art will be displayed in front of the world (Aditya replied with excitement) Aashi: Yes my sweet painter. now come on, let's start preparing to go to Bangalore. You start packing, and I'll go to my house and start packing too. in morning, We'll catch the first flight to Bangalore. Aditya: Yes Alright-alright, I'll start packing right now (Aditya agreed) Aashi: Okay then, I'll see you tomorrow in the morning (Aashi replied by giving Aditya a warm smile before leaving) Aashi had just returned home with a smile on her face, she found her father, Mr. Triparty, waiting for her in the hall. Mr Triparty: can I know that where had you gone all of a sudden? Aashi: I had gone to meet a friend, dad, By the way, I just wanted to inform you that tomorrow I am leaving for Bangalore."Mr Triparty: Bangalore? All of a sudden? but Why??? (Mr. Triparty asked curiously) Aashi: Actually I have a friend who is a painter. His paintings are getting displayed in Mrs. Dutta's art gallery in Bangalore. So, I am going there to show him my support. Mr Triparty: What? but I never knew that you have a friend who is a painter (Mr. Triparty replied with a surprise) Aashi: Dad I have got many friends. It's not necessary that you might be knowing each one of them. Anyways, I am going to my room now. I have got some packing to do (Aashi replied as she headed towards her room) The next day arrived, and Mr. Triparty was sitting inside his office cabin. He decided to call the landline phone at his mansion. Shamlal(the servant) answered the call. Shamlal: Hello TRIPARTY MANSION hereMr Triparty: Hello Shamlal. It's me Shamlal: oh...hello...hello Sir...tell meMr. Triparty: Shamlal, Has Aashi left for the airport? Shamlal: Yes sir. Aashi ma'am has just left (Shamlal informed) Mr Triparty: Hmmmm okay, I just wanted to know this, That's the reason I had called you. Shamlal: ah...ok Sir, Is there...is there anything else? Mr Triparty: No, nothing more. You can now continue with your work (Mr. Triparty replied before ending the call) After hanging up, Mr. Triparty pondered for a while. He then decided to call someone else. He dialed Mrs. Dutta's number. Mr Triparty: Hello, Mrs. Dutta? Mrs Dutta: Oh hello Triparty Ji, what a pleasant surprise. How are you? Mr Triparty: Ya am fine Mrs. Dutta. Actually today Aashi has left for Bangalore. She will be visiting your art gallery I guess Mrs Dutta: ohhh! yes-yes. She and Aditya both are coming to Bangalore. Mr Triparty: Aditya? (Mr. Triparty questioned with confusion) Mrs Dutta: Yes, Aditya. Your daughter's boyfriend. We are so happy to display his paintings in our gallery. Mr. Triparty was taken aback by Mrs. Dutta's reply. He was shocked. Mr Triparty: My... my daughter's boyfriend? (Mr Triparty questioned in disbelief) Mrs Dutta: Yes, your daughter's boyfriend. But what happened Triparty Ji? Why do you look surprised? You are aware of Aashi and Aditya's relationship right? (Mrs. Dutta asked with curosity) Mr Triparty: Oh yes-yes, of course...of course am aware of it. infact am so glad that Aditya's paintings are getting displayed in your art gallery (Mr. Triparty replied, trying to hide his lack of knowledge about Aashi dating someone) Mrs Dutta: So why don't you also come to Bangalore as well? It will be a great honor for our art gallery if you visit (Mrs Dutta suggested) Mr Triparty: Yes of course Mrs. Dutta. I will come. After all, my daughter's boyfriend's paintings are getting displayed there. I will definitely come. But I have one request. Don't let my daughter know about me visiting the gallery. I want to surprise her (Mr. Triparty requested) Mrs Dutta: Okay Triparty Ji, As you say. Don't worry, I won't let your daughter know about you visiting the gallery (Mrs. Dutta assured, unaware of what was going on in Mr. Triparty's mind) Mr Triparty: Thanks Mrs. Dutta (Mr. Triparty said before ending the call. He was filled with questions. Who is this Aditya? And how long has Aashi been in a relationship with him? He needed answers, and for that, he decided to go to Bangalore) Mr. Triparty said to himself with a determined face, "I need to find answers to all these questions, and for that, I need to go to Bangalore." to be continued in next chapter