*Nisha Pov*
“She is really a cute girl.” I said looking at him.
“Yes!” He said looking at her who is sleeping at present.
When we reached the airport, he took her from me saying, “There are too many people, and she will get hurt.”
I nodded and gave her to him. We both walked towards the terminal after the checking and sat inside the flight.
“My name is Nisha.” I informed him after a few minutes when the plane took off.
“Why are you telling me?” he asked, looking at Ayesha, who is sitting between us.
“I saw that on the ticket, it was Anisha.” I replied.
“I know your name. My secretary must have mistaken it.” He said, and I nodded at him even though he is not looking at me.
I just kept my gaze on the window even though I am actually not seeing a thing. My mind is running with the news finally settling that I have actually got married.
I glanced at him immediately with that thought and saw him, caressing Ayesha’s cheek with a smile on his face, and I smiled looking at it.
He loves his daughter so much! I thought and turned back looking at the window with a feeling that this may not be a bad situation.
I already love her and if I give him time to mourn for Indu Di’s death, then he may become my friend. Then we could work this marriage out perfectly.
I smiled more with that thought because then all this would-be nothing but good in our three lives. Even Indu Di will be happy seeing that her family is glad.
After landing in Mumbai, we all walked out of the airport with him holding her. He has a little bag in his hand, and I am pushing a trolley on which my three bags are there.
“Ouch!” I said looking down to see my toe was passed on by the trolley wheel. I am so not used to this Saree but now I have been wearing it for these many hours. On top of that, this trolley is behaving like I am moving it against its wish.
I looked up to find Sudhir looking at me and frowned. I pulled my Saree tiny little bit up saying, “I am fine!”
He nodded and we finally reached outside. Then I saw a girl walking towards us with a smile on her face.
“Sudhir!” She said hugging him and I just frowned.
“So good to see you again, but shocked hearing the news.” She said, backing away and looking at me nodding.
“Yes! It was all just sudden.” He said waving his hand.
“We can discuss it after the meeting. Let’s go!” She said and called the driver.
He took the luggage from us and took it to some car. She seated in the passenger seat while we three sat in the back seat.
“The house is furnished completely right?” He asked her.
“Yes! As per your wish, I made sure everything is finished.” She replied.
“And Ayesha, your room is beautiful dear.” She added, turning towards us to look at her.
Ayesha just looked at her Dad and placed her head on his lap. He smiled at her and played with her hair.
“She is still not talking to others?” Secretary asked.
“No! She may need a little more time.” He replied.
“Excuse me? Can I know your name?” I asked her suddenly, and they both looked at me frowning.
“Sorry! I just forgot to introduce myself. I am Sanju short for Sanjana. I am his secretary and also a good friend. You?” She asked suddenly, and I looked at her smiling.
“My name is Nisha. I am Indu Di’s cousin and his wife.” I replied and felt so awkward.
“I am sorry for your loss. You must be pretty close to her.” She said smiling sadly.
“Kind of...” I trailed off and looked at him, but he is already looking outside.
We reached some house, which is two storeys independent house. And it looked completely renovated.
When we walked inside I saw what he is speaking about. Everything is newly furnished, and I think he really has a good taste.
“Our clients will be here in ten minutes.” Sanju said looking at the watch.
“Here?” I asked her frowning.
“Yeah! To take care of Ayesha, he is doing meetings at the house. It is very tough to do here, though.” She replied.
“Will you stay in your room?” Sudhir asked Ayesha, and she nodded.
He walked upstairs and went inside a room, making me note that it is Ayesha’s. Then he walked back to us and said, “Let’s go!”
“Where will be the meeting?” I asked him when they both were about to walk outside.
“There is a tiny room connecting to the house. He will have meetings there.” Sanju replied, and I nodded at her.
They both walked outside the house…
*Nisha Pov* I went inside the room where I saw my luggage taken inside by a helper here. When I went inside I saw that this room was already used a little as his clothes were there inside a few cupboards. I opened my bag and first sent the changed address to my college using my Laptop so that they will send me any news regarding my applications I have sent to the college address. Then I called Bhai to inform him I have reached here. I freshened up a little and started unpacking my bags. I placed them properly in the empty cupboards and sighed in relief as they will finish soon. Then I walked inside Ayesha’s room to see that she is sleeping. I smiled, walking towards her and placed a small kiss on her forehead, and she immediately opened her eyes. “Were you not sleeping?” I asked her smiling and she shook her head. “Are you hungry?” when I asked that she nodded. “Let’s make something.” I said and picked her up in my arms. “What do you want to eat?” I asked her looking at littl
*Sudhir Pov* “I am going to die just because of you Sudhir.” Indu said with so much anger. “Don’t stress yourself Indu! You need to be calm.” I slowly said and her anger just rose. “No! I never wanted to die at this age.” She said suddenly with tears. “You are not going to. Just take a rest.” I calmly said. “So Mr.Sudhir Arora knows how to lie then.” She said, shaking her head and hissed in pain. “Don’t move your head like that.” I said stopping her. “Ayesha is here to see you. She has been crying for a few days.” I added, remembering my daughter’s cries. “No! I don’t have the patience to console her now.” She said closing her eyes. “I will come later.” I said, sighing and was about to get up when she stopped me holding my hand. “Promise me something.” She said, and I looked at her frowning. “Promise on Ayesha that you will fulfill it. Then I will meet her.” She added and I reluctantly nodded. “I want you to...”She started saying. I came out of my thoughts when I felt som
*Nisha Pov* “Oh, god! I can’t laugh anymore.” I said finally breathing and she too calmed down. “So what do you want to do next?” I asked her smiling. “Tom and Jerry.” She replied smiling. “Again?” I asked her frowning, and she nodded. “But this CD is over.” I replied frowning back. I stared at the clock and saw that it is nearly lunch time, but I haven’t cooked anything. Will he come home for lunch? I thought, frowning. “I will cook something for us.” I said, and she nodded. I got up holding her hand, and we both walked inside the dining room. Like yesterday I made her sit on one chair and cooked for us. While preparing it, I thought about morning’s breakfast. I immediately walked towards her and asked, “Did your Dad prepared the breakfast today morning?” “Yes!” She replied, nodding. I walked back inside the kitchen determining that I need to wake up early from tomorrow onwards. After preparing the lunch, I placed them on the table. I mixed the rice with the curry properl
*Nisha Pov* Sigh, Sigh and Sigh! That’s all I have been doing for a number of times like every day. I didn’t lose hope, but I never thought it would be like this. Even as normal housemates, he can have a conversation right? But no! I am worse than a stranger to him. I started getting up a little early by passing each day and first for a few days prepared lunch for him, but he didn’t take it with him for a few days no matter how much I have tried. So I decided to send it to his company, but it returned not at all touched. Today I got up and walked inside Ayesha’s room to see that she is still sleeping. I smiled and walked towards her. I sat beside her and said, “Ayesha! Wake up.” Caressing her hair. After a few minutes, she woke up with a smile, and I just smiled at her back. Walking near the cupboard, I opened it and showed her all the dresses so that she can select what she wants to wear. “You choose.” She said frowning. “No! What do you want to wear?” I asked her and she fin
*Sudhir Pov* I am sitting at the dining table and started checking the letters I got yesterday and Ayesha is drawing sitting beside me. “So how is the new school?” I asked her as she has been going to school for nearly one month. “It’s new!” She replied, making me smile at her. “Do you like it?” I asked, and she looked at me nodding. “Ayesha! What do you want to eat today?” She asked and looked up to see her leaning outside of the gap like usual. Ayesha just shrugged to which she smiled, shaking her head. She walked outside and said, “I will make chicken today as it is Sunday right.” I shrugged continuing to check my letters, and she walked inside. Ayesha got up yawning, and I think she needs more sleep. “Ayesha! Why don’t you go and take a small nap?” She said before I can tell my daughter making me frown. “Ok!” Ayesha said, rushing to her room. “Careful!” She said again before I can. I shook my head and saw that a few letters are on her name. I cleared my throat and said,
*Nisha Pov* “Excuse me?” I said, standing before the receptionist. “Yes?” she asked, smiling. “Are admissions still open?” I asked her, hoping they are. “Yes! Here is the application form.” She replied giving me one. I thanked her and started filling the form. I finished it and was in the process of submitting it, but someone called me. I turned to look at a girl my age standing and asked, “Yes?” “Can you pass me your pen? I forgot mine.” She replied, and I nodded giving her. “You may get a call by the evening regarding your admission miss.” Receptionist said, and I nodded at her. “Excuse me?” Someone called me again when I started walking towards the entrance. “Yes?” I asked, turning around to see the same girl. “Your pen! Thank you.” She replied. “No problem!” I said and was about to turn, but she stopped me again. “Hey! I am Pavani.” She said and then, I face palmed myself for not introducing myself. “I am Nisha Meh... Arora.” I said shaking her hand. “Pretty weird s
*Nisha Pov* Finishing the preparing of breakfast, I walked inside Ayesha’s room to see that she is already up. “Wow, Ayesha! You already got up?” I asked her sitting in front of her. “We need to wish Dad.” She replied looking at me. “For what?” I asked her confused. “Birthday!” She replied excitedly. “Really? And you remember it?” I asked her thinking what we can do today for him. “Yes! Let’s go!” She said, holding my hand and dragged me outside her room. I knocked on his door, and he opened it rubbing his eyes. Ayesha immediately went near him and said, “Happy birthday!” “Thank you, Ayesha.” He said, kissing her cheek. “Happy birthday!” I said, smiling at him, and he nodded mumbling “Thanks!” “I will get her ready.” I said, holding her and went inside her room when we three just stood there for a few minutes in silence. “When is yours Ayesha?” I asked, brushing her hair. She showed me the calendar, and I saw the date where it was noted. There are still two months for her
*Sudhir Pov* “Promise me that you will Marry my cousin Nisha.” Indu said. “What? Are you mad?” I asked her getting up. “Look you do not have to worry about her. My Mom really loves Ayesha and doesn’t want her away from the family.” Indu replied. “So? That doesn’t answer why you want me to marry again and that too with your cousin.” I said completely confused. “I don’t know! She wants this and I too don’t want to stress Mom with Ayesha.” She said. “Look, I can take care of my daughter and don’t want anyone to do anything for her.” I said shaking my head. “That just means you will take her away from my family.” She said glaring at me. “They can meet her whenever they want.” I said, trying to make her understand. “No! You made a decision to shift to Mumbai on your own taking me away from my family. I will not let you take Ayesha away from them.” She said. “Calm down, Indu! No one is taking anyone away from you or your family. Just sleep.” I said. “Promise me! Then I will meet