Anaira Pov“ It feels like just yesterday, I had come to this house.” A hand on her shoulder disrupted her thoughts and she turned to find her husband standing there all dressed up for the event. His jet-black hair now has streaks of white. Lines have formed on his forehead but still, he is the most handsome man on earth. He has aged gracefully and is still the love of my life. “My dearest queen, the queen of my heart and my house, may I ask you what has occupied my queen’s mind so much that she didn't realise that she needs to finish dressing up for the occasion. Our guests must be waiting. Even Arjun and Raghav have arrived with your sisters.” Jai kneeled in front of me and kept his palm on mine. “ I was just remembering how we met and got married. Time flies. Today we are celebrating our thirtieth anniversary. Once again the house is filled with guests. Our children have grown up.” I was feeling nostalgic. My eyes were brimming with tears.“ I can understand. We should move out
The crisp morning sun was rising and spreading its warmth. A handsome man in his jogging attire was running and enjoying the morning sun. Sweat was dripping on his chiselled sharp jawline. His charcoal hair was messy and sticky due to sweat. He wept his face with the towel.He opened the black gate of a mansion. The immaculate and neatly trimmed mansion garden welcomed him. Huge trees surrounded the outer wall, blocking the view from outside. Seasonal flowers gave beautiful colours to the garden. Birds were chirping. Colorful butterflies were flying. There was a beautiful fountain in the middle of the garden, with a lady carrying a pot, from which water was flowing.The view in front of him curved his lips in a huge smile. His parents with his two-year-old daughter in his mother's lap were sitting on the garden chair and having their morning tea. the garden chair and having their morning tea. He jogged to them. "Good Morning Mom and Dad." He moved to his daughter who was wiggling i
Anaira pov The room was filled with the buzz of a mobile. A girl freaked out hearing the mobile. " I should get ready fast and finish my work else Aunty won't let me go to Anjana's wedding. " Hurriedly I moved to the washroom and took a shower. I took out my clothes and got ready in red leggings and a red and white Kurti. Not having any other option, I left my wet hair open. Neither do I have the time nor do I have the luxury of possessing a hair dryer? I was running towards the kitchen when I bumped into someone. "My Highness, you are awake. I thought today you would not wake up but alas! God does not hear me." The lady was still in her nightclothes. She hit her forehead with her hands. Her hair was like a bird's nest. She was in her late fifties. "Sorry, Aunty. I am going to the kitchen." I walked away hurriedly avoiding any type of bickering with my aunt and thus spoiling my morning. The kitchen was a mess and I cringed. "Oh no, how can I forget that Meena Aunty won'
Third-person pov They were scared to open the car for the stranger but they also needed medical care. After a few minutes, they heard the siren of the approaching police van. Seeing the accident a few people gathered, which encouraged the girls to open the door and come out. The stranger helped them by giving first-aid treatment. He had the medical kit in his BMW. On getting down the girls realize the presence of the sleek black BMW. The cops came forward to help them. In the beginning, they were reluctant but discovered that there were female cops too, hence they took help from the police. Their car was towed as it was not in a condition to be driven. The cops dropped the girls at the wedding venue. "Thank you so much sir for helping us. You were like a blessing in disguise." Leena came forward and thanked all of them for helping. "No need to thank us. It is part of our duty. Get your car repaired in the morning and next time better be careful while driving. Better safe
Jai pov Saturday came a little too early. The sunlight peeked through the shaded blue sheer curtains. I yawned and stretched my arms to awaken. My eyes widened in horror as I looked to my side. Immediately I got up and pulled off my T-shirt. I ran to the door and turned my head right and left to find someone. All of a sudden, I heard roars of laughter coming from my parent's room. I felt a tuck on my pants and as I bowed I found my daughter, pulling my pants to gain attention. I Picked her up. She hugged me tightly and peppered my face with kisses. I picked and twirled her. "Princess, where were you? Did you know you frightened your dada.?" I kissed her forehead and walked to my parent's room from where the voices were coming. As soon as I entered, I felt a pair of hands covering my eyes. " Rashi, when will you leave these silly tactics and grow up?" Although I was showing that I was angry, I enjoyed this childish side of my sister. Hearing her brother's grumbling, Ra
Jai pov " Oh my God, is this you, or am I dreaming? Mighty model Natasha Sinha is standing here. I can't believe it." Jai exclaimed the moment he saw her. Natasha smacked his arm playfully. " Is this the way to welcome an old friend of yours? Who is this cute little girl in your arms? She is such a sweetie pie." "She is Kavya, my daughter. Princess says hello to Aunty." He caressed his daughter's cheek. " Hello, Aunty." Kavya quickly spoke and hid her head in her father's shoulder. She was feeling a bit uncomfortable due to so many strangers. " She is your daughter. You must be joking. How can you get married?" The shock was evident on her face. Her eyes were spitting hostility. She clenched her fists as if she was angry. Before anyone could notice the change in her demeanour, she composed herself " And why can't I get married? You would have known if you tried to keep in touch. " It sounded more like a statement than a question. I was surprised at her outburst. I
Arjun pov "What happened Arjun? " Gayatri ma jerked me. Tears were streaming from her eyes imagining the worst scenario. Rahul made me drink some water and helped me to get up. Uncle helped Ma. They all sat up and then Uncle encouraged me to speak up. "Yesterday, during the party I received a call informing me that a huge chunk of boulder disembarked and fell on some workers, who got buried underneath. Without informing anyone, I dragged Jai and proceeded to the site. There we were helping in unearthing the workers and sending them to the hospital when a boulder fell on Jai and he was buried in it. With the help of paramedics, I took him to the hospital. He is in the ICU. He received a lot of injuries. He suffered multiple fractures in his body. His condition is critical. The next 48 hours are fatal. Ma, uncle I am sorry. I failed you both. " I rubbed my face with my palms. I was feeling guilty. I drank the remaining water. Gayatri Ma rubbed my back which helped me in calming d
Jai pov The lady entered the room and kept the bouquet. She turned toward me, I was surprised to see her. " Hi, how are you feeling?" She swayed her body seductively and moved near me. I scrunch my nose seeing her movements. " Why are you here? " I was feeling annoyed by her presence. Kavya didn't like her presence and hid her face in my chest. "Can't I visit you? Come on, we have been friends for so many years. " She spoke in a seductive tone. She came near me and bent to kiss me when out of nowhere my daughter moved my face to the other side. Natasha's face fell on the pillow. "No." My doll shouted at her. "He is my papa. You can't kiss my papa. " Kavya hugged me possessively and peppered my face with kisses. Natasha was glaring at Kavya, she clenched her fists, and her nose was flaring. She composed her posture quickly. " Baby, he is your papa. I just wanted to kiss him as he is injured and it will make him feel better." She tried explaining it