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- Story Listed as: Fiction For Adults
- Theme: Love stories / Romance
- Subject: Love / Romance / Dating
- Published: 01/31/2018
“OMG Mom!! I am not wearing that stupid lehenga! I wanted a laccha for my wedding reception! It’s my wedding! Why can’t I have anything my way!!?” I yelled at my mom who brought me the lehenga that my future mother in law sent for me to try on. I hated it. The colour was dull and it wasn’t what I wanted. Nothing is going as what I had imagined my wedding to be. Everything is being planned by my mother in law and my mom. It might as well be their wedding. “If you don’t like it, I will return it and get something you like. Don’t worry darling, it’s your wedding. You can wear what you want.” Mom said to calm me down but I am not convinced. Mom always does this to calm me and then later on pushes me to a very inconvenient situation where I’m forced to do what I don’t want to.
My wedding is in 2 months’ time and I don’t even know Ajay that well. My parents thought their friend’s son would be a good match for me and went ahead with the marriage preparation without even consulting me. Well I don’t really have much objection to this because he seems to be a nice guy and very good looking too, but all this wedding preparation is driving me insane. I need to talk to him about this. I can’t be married to him thinking he’s the one when we can’t even talk about simple issues.
“No, I must solve this now” I thought as I started dialing Ajay’s number. “Hello? Ajay? It’s me Ashi. Can we meet in an hour?” “Hi Ashi, I was meaning to call you. My mother has chosen carefully a very beautiful outfit for you to wear on our reception but you just rejected it even without trying? How can you be so inconsiderate Ashi?” Ajay’s voice was as cold as ice that it went straight to my heart. It hurts thinking he doesn’t care about my opinion or wants. How am I to marry such guy? I couldn’t reply him and so I just disconnected the call.
“Juhi? Can we talk please?” I asked my best friend hoping she could comfort me but no, she was busier that I am for MY wedding! “Sorry Ashi, I’m in the midst of something. Preparing a surprise for your wedding! You are going to love it! Ok Bye!” Juhi replied before hanging up. I felt so lonely, I needed to talk to someone. The guy I am about to marry and the one best friend I have doesn’t even care about me. Who else do I have, I thought when my phone started ringing. I picked it up hoping its Ajay or Juhi but it’s an unknown number. “Hello? May I know who this is?” I asked. “Hi Ashi” I knew who it was the moment I heard his voice. Akshay. The only guy my heart went out to during college but he never knew my feelings for him. I never had the guts to confess my love to him and when I wanted to do so it was too late.
I can never forget that day. It was two days before our semester break, and it was also Akshay’s birthday. I wore a purple sleeveless long dress knowing Akshay would like it because that’s his favorite colour. Did my hair and makeup well. Found a perfect gift for him as well. A little bear that could say “Happy Birthday My Love” without me having to actually say I Love you Akshay, because I know I might botch it. I walked towards his dormitory room, wanting to surprise him but instead I got shocked seeing my best friend kissing whom I thought was mine to love. I threw the gift to the ground and ran away crying without looking back. I did not wait for my semester break as well, I just packed and left the very day. I cut all contacts with Juhi and Akshay until recently after my marriage got confirmed, I only texted Juhi about it and she was very happy to hear from me that she never asked anything about the past and just came along happily to help with my marriage. I didn’t feel jealous or angry with Juhi when we met again that I thought probably I have moved on, or so I thought till now.
“Akshay? What? Why…Why? I couldn’t complete my sentence. I was in shock. A mixture of happiness, guilt and confusion surrounded me. He just laughed listening to me and said “You never changed Ashi. I just wanted to meet you before you got married. There are some things I needed to clarify with you” he sounded serious. “Me? What…what is it?” I asked nervously. “Can we meet in an hour time?” “Yes.” I said without thinking. I don’t know if I still have feelings for him, but he seems to have the same effect on me still.
I was just leaning against a wall nearby a park entrance while scrolling through my social media account, when I felt him. Yes I felt him. His presence. That’s how much he impacted me. I saw him through the corner of my eyes, walking towards me. I felt anxious. I know I’m engaged to be married soon to Ajay but I still have this type of feelings for Akshay. I know I don’t love him, at least I can’t love him. He belongs to Juhi. But then why would he want to meet me alone? What is it he want to talk to me about? Ok relax Ashi, calm yourself. Don’t get all panicky now.
“Hey Ashi” Akshay greeted me and hugged me. I felt awkward with his hug, that I didn’t respond or hug him back. I just smiled weirdly to him. “It’s been so long Ashi, you look great! More beautiful I would say” Akshay said lightly caressing my face. “Thanks Akshay. You look good too” I said trying to move away from his touch. He noticed my discomfort and pulled his hand away. “What happened Ashi? I thought you liked me? Why are you getting married to Ajay now?” His questions hit me like some hot iron rod piercing through my heart. The effect of it can be seen in my eyes, and flowing down my cheeks. “How did you know?” I asked, with a broken voice. “I got your little bear Ashi. I have always liked you but Juhi was more forward than you I guess, that I settled for her.” “You settled for her?” There was anger in my tone now. “Don’t get me wrong, I did like her too but just not the way I like you. I still do love you Ashi.” He held my hand but I pulled back saying “It’s too late now Akshay, I’m engaged to Ajay now. I will be married to him in a couple of months’ time. What are you even doing saying things like this to me now? Does Juhi knows any of this?” I questioned him annoyed. “We broke up that very day I got your bear Ashi. Juhi said she couldn’t be with someone her best friend loved too and knowing that I have feelings for you as well, she backed off. She wanted us to get together but we couldn’t find you. You left us without any contact.” Akshay answered looking quite gloomy.
What is going on? I don’t need this now. Not when I’m confused about Ajay. Ajay is not bothered to talk to me or respect my opinions, and on the other hand there’s Akshay who never bothered about me in college and “settled” for my bestie and now 2 months away from my wedding he’s here proposing to me? They both are horrible guys! I just want to run away from all this mess! “I can’t do this now Akshay. I need to go home. I have things to do. My wedding is coming up. I need to go.” I said as I turned away from him and started walking. He then just grabbed my hand making me turn facing him and pulled me so close to him that I can feel his breath on my forehead. I started breathing heavy. My heartbeat got faster. I looked up into his eyes, big mistake I thought as just then he held my face, his thumb stroking my lower lips lightly before he planted what I would call as the best kiss ever or maybe just my first kiss. It was light and sweet that I melted into him and started kissing him back when suddenly I felt his hand went down my back and grabbed my bottom. I couldn’t believe it. I never thought Akshay would treat me this way that I just pushed him and stared at him angrily. He tried to kiss me again but I slapped him and started running. I ran all the way back home and locked myself in my room. I just cried all night thinking how unfortunate I can be to get two guys who turn out to be jerks, till I fell asleep.
I woke up to the smell of coffee. Aromatic and delicious. Yes I’m a coffee addict but who isn’t? I reached out trying to find my mug on the side table but couldn’t reach any. I frowned and just then I heard someone laughed softly and suddenly felt the sun rays striking through brightly. “Mom! Close the curtains” I yelled. “Wake up grumpy” a voice said. That’s not mom I thought as my eyes opened slowly to have a peak at who it is while blocking out the sun shine. I could see a shadowy figure standing at the edge of my bed, seems like a man. A man. A man is in my room. OMG my room’s a mess and me? Am I dressed well? Many thoughts ran in my head, that I felt the need to hide and I just pulled my blanket over my head in an attempt to go invisible. This made the guy laughed out loud and he just pulled my blanket off and sat on the bed beside me. I was shocked by his behavior and just opened my eyes and sat upright. Only then I recognize him. My fingers immediately started combing my hair trying to make it look slightly pleasant and I adjusted my top and wanted to adjust my shorts when I realize I wasn’t wearing one and I was left with just my underwear. The look of horror in my eyes made him laugh even more that he gave me the blanket back to cover my lower self. He then planted a kiss on my forehead before saying “Good Morning sleepyhead” and handing me my coffee. I just smiled embarrassed and drank my coffee silently. He just stared at me before saying “Sorry Ashi, I shouldn’t have talked to you that way yesterday. I was just a little upset when I heard my mom sobbing over the lehenga that she bought for you lovingly. She went to many places just to find the right one for you but you didn’t even try it and it broke her heart.” “Ajay, I…” “Ssshhh” he said placing one finger on my lips to silence me before saying “Don’t think about anything sweetheart, just drink your coffee and get dressed. We are going out.” Ajay said before kissing my cheek and leaving my room.
I was lost. I thought Ajay don’t care about me but the way he acted just now proves otherwise. Did I not understand him well enough? I kissed Akshay thinking he was good but he turned out to be an ass. I have a terrible judgment over guys! OK let’s not think about this now, I need to shower and get ready.
Ajay was comfortably seated next to mom and was apparently entertaining her. She was laughing so much that she accidently spilled some coffee out of the cup she was holding. She then excused herself to get it cleaned when she saw me coming. “Ajay, Ashi is here finally. You both have fun” Mom said as she walked to the kitchen signaling me to follow her. I just smiled at Ajay and showed him a 2 fingers as a sign that I will be back in 2 minutes before going into the kitchen with mom.
“What is it mom?” I asked. Mom just finished washing up and turned to me while wiping her hands dry on a rag “Listen Ashi, I know you are not happy with this marriage but Ajay is a good guy. Just give him a chance. He’s really sorry about the lehenga too. Please darling, just try to get to know him. You will love him I bet you.” I was in no mood to argue, plus the way he treated me earlier seems to have changed my mind slightly so I just said “Yes mom, sure. Bye” before kissing her cheeks.
“Shall we?” I asked Ajay and he just got up, took my hand, kissed it and said “We shall” I am getting impressed with this guy. Is he the same Ajay I knew? No, I definitely can’t answer that because I don’t know Ajay well. I have only met him like a few times. Talked on the phone many times but that was not enough to know a person thoroughly right?
We had lunch at an italian restaurant. We talked a little in between bites and I felt like ok he’s not that bad. He is actually kind of sweet. Maybe it’s the wedding tension but then I did not want to assume things again, so I asked him “Why the sudden change Ajay? I mean since I know you till yesterday, you were like a stranger to me and today all of a sudden you are behaving like we have been dating for long? What made you be like this?” The pleasant and happy expression on his face changed. He looks guilty and sorry now. “Let’s go someplace else and talk in private” he said as he got up and walked towards the car. I just followed obediently.
Ajay took me to the same park I went yesterday to meet Akshay. I felt my stomach growl not in hunger but nervous and worried. We just parked right in front of the entrance and sat in the car. He just stared at entrance for a while till I broke the silence and asked “Why are we here?” He looked at me and said “I’m sorry Ashi. For many things but mainly for not understanding you well and for following you yesterday” “You…you…you spied on me??” I felt nauseas all of a sudden. Did he see me kissing Akshay? Oh God, no. I was trembling and tears filled my eyes. Looking at me, Ajay just held my face with both his hands and made me look at him. “Don’t be scared or guilty. It was my fault. I pushed you to do that yesterday. I should have been there for you” he said with tears in his eyes. “You saw?” I sobbed. He just nodded and hugged me. “And you are not mad at me?” I whispered into his ears. He just kissed my cheek and looked at me again before saying “I was. I was furious at you till I saw you slapped him. I knew then you didn’t love him. Otherwise you would have reacted just like you did to me this morning when I saw your undies” he said grinning. I felt my face blush that I avoided eye contact with him and just looked down.
“I also talked to Juhi” Ajay continued. “She told me everything that happened during your college days. Some you probably don’t know” I looked at him puzzled “what you mean?” “Well One, Akshay was not in love with you or Juhi. Two, he misbehaved with Juhi too that’s why they broke up. Only recently, he got to know that you were the one sent him that bear. Probably he thought of trying his luck with you too.” “So Akshay was just trying to use me?” I said shocked but there was a relief on my face that Ajay saw. He just smiled and said “Well good thing you did not love him but you love me” pulling me into his arms hugging me tightly. “Well maybe I don’t love any of you” I said laughing as he tickled me. “OK OK! I do! I love you Ajay” I said then he stopped tickling and kissed me instead. His kiss was passionate and full of love and hunger that I felt like giving myself to him right there and then. We continued kissing till we both were out of breathe and then he said “That was just a minute. We need to make it 5 next time” smiling cheekily. “A minute of love is all I need to know you are the one for me” I said as I rest my head against his chest thinking I know now. I love this guy.
A Minute of Love(Rinah)
“OMG Mom!! I am not wearing that stupid lehenga! I wanted a laccha for my wedding reception! It’s my wedding! Why can’t I have anything my way!!?” I yelled at my mom who brought me the lehenga that my future mother in law sent for me to try on. I hated it. The colour was dull and it wasn’t what I wanted. Nothing is going as what I had imagined my wedding to be. Everything is being planned by my mother in law and my mom. It might as well be their wedding. “If you don’t like it, I will return it and get something you like. Don’t worry darling, it’s your wedding. You can wear what you want.” Mom said to calm me down but I am not convinced. Mom always does this to calm me and then later on pushes me to a very inconvenient situation where I’m forced to do what I don’t want to.
My wedding is in 2 months’ time and I don’t even know Ajay that well. My parents thought their friend’s son would be a good match for me and went ahead with the marriage preparation without even consulting me. Well I don’t really have much objection to this because he seems to be a nice guy and very good looking too, but all this wedding preparation is driving me insane. I need to talk to him about this. I can’t be married to him thinking he’s the one when we can’t even talk about simple issues.
“No, I must solve this now” I thought as I started dialing Ajay’s number. “Hello? Ajay? It’s me Ashi. Can we meet in an hour?” “Hi Ashi, I was meaning to call you. My mother has chosen carefully a very beautiful outfit for you to wear on our reception but you just rejected it even without trying? How can you be so inconsiderate Ashi?” Ajay’s voice was as cold as ice that it went straight to my heart. It hurts thinking he doesn’t care about my opinion or wants. How am I to marry such guy? I couldn’t reply him and so I just disconnected the call.
“Juhi? Can we talk please?” I asked my best friend hoping she could comfort me but no, she was busier that I am for MY wedding! “Sorry Ashi, I’m in the midst of something. Preparing a surprise for your wedding! You are going to love it! Ok Bye!” Juhi replied before hanging up. I felt so lonely, I needed to talk to someone. The guy I am about to marry and the one best friend I have doesn’t even care about me. Who else do I have, I thought when my phone started ringing. I picked it up hoping its Ajay or Juhi but it’s an unknown number. “Hello? May I know who this is?” I asked. “Hi Ashi” I knew who it was the moment I heard his voice. Akshay. The only guy my heart went out to during college but he never knew my feelings for him. I never had the guts to confess my love to him and when I wanted to do so it was too late.
I can never forget that day. It was two days before our semester break, and it was also Akshay’s birthday. I wore a purple sleeveless long dress knowing Akshay would like it because that’s his favorite colour. Did my hair and makeup well. Found a perfect gift for him as well. A little bear that could say “Happy Birthday My Love” without me having to actually say I Love you Akshay, because I know I might botch it. I walked towards his dormitory room, wanting to surprise him but instead I got shocked seeing my best friend kissing whom I thought was mine to love. I threw the gift to the ground and ran away crying without looking back. I did not wait for my semester break as well, I just packed and left the very day. I cut all contacts with Juhi and Akshay until recently after my marriage got confirmed, I only texted Juhi about it and she was very happy to hear from me that she never asked anything about the past and just came along happily to help with my marriage. I didn’t feel jealous or angry with Juhi when we met again that I thought probably I have moved on, or so I thought till now.
“Akshay? What? Why…Why? I couldn’t complete my sentence. I was in shock. A mixture of happiness, guilt and confusion surrounded me. He just laughed listening to me and said “You never changed Ashi. I just wanted to meet you before you got married. There are some things I needed to clarify with you” he sounded serious. “Me? What…what is it?” I asked nervously. “Can we meet in an hour time?” “Yes.” I said without thinking. I don’t know if I still have feelings for him, but he seems to have the same effect on me still.
I was just leaning against a wall nearby a park entrance while scrolling through my social media account, when I felt him. Yes I felt him. His presence. That’s how much he impacted me. I saw him through the corner of my eyes, walking towards me. I felt anxious. I know I’m engaged to be married soon to Ajay but I still have this type of feelings for Akshay. I know I don’t love him, at least I can’t love him. He belongs to Juhi. But then why would he want to meet me alone? What is it he want to talk to me about? Ok relax Ashi, calm yourself. Don’t get all panicky now.
“Hey Ashi” Akshay greeted me and hugged me. I felt awkward with his hug, that I didn’t respond or hug him back. I just smiled weirdly to him. “It’s been so long Ashi, you look great! More beautiful I would say” Akshay said lightly caressing my face. “Thanks Akshay. You look good too” I said trying to move away from his touch. He noticed my discomfort and pulled his hand away. “What happened Ashi? I thought you liked me? Why are you getting married to Ajay now?” His questions hit me like some hot iron rod piercing through my heart. The effect of it can be seen in my eyes, and flowing down my cheeks. “How did you know?” I asked, with a broken voice. “I got your little bear Ashi. I have always liked you but Juhi was more forward than you I guess, that I settled for her.” “You settled for her?” There was anger in my tone now. “Don’t get me wrong, I did like her too but just not the way I like you. I still do love you Ashi.” He held my hand but I pulled back saying “It’s too late now Akshay, I’m engaged to Ajay now. I will be married to him in a couple of months’ time. What are you even doing saying things like this to me now? Does Juhi knows any of this?” I questioned him annoyed. “We broke up that very day I got your bear Ashi. Juhi said she couldn’t be with someone her best friend loved too and knowing that I have feelings for you as well, she backed off. She wanted us to get together but we couldn’t find you. You left us without any contact.” Akshay answered looking quite gloomy.
What is going on? I don’t need this now. Not when I’m confused about Ajay. Ajay is not bothered to talk to me or respect my opinions, and on the other hand there’s Akshay who never bothered about me in college and “settled” for my bestie and now 2 months away from my wedding he’s here proposing to me? They both are horrible guys! I just want to run away from all this mess! “I can’t do this now Akshay. I need to go home. I have things to do. My wedding is coming up. I need to go.” I said as I turned away from him and started walking. He then just grabbed my hand making me turn facing him and pulled me so close to him that I can feel his breath on my forehead. I started breathing heavy. My heartbeat got faster. I looked up into his eyes, big mistake I thought as just then he held my face, his thumb stroking my lower lips lightly before he planted what I would call as the best kiss ever or maybe just my first kiss. It was light and sweet that I melted into him and started kissing him back when suddenly I felt his hand went down my back and grabbed my bottom. I couldn’t believe it. I never thought Akshay would treat me this way that I just pushed him and stared at him angrily. He tried to kiss me again but I slapped him and started running. I ran all the way back home and locked myself in my room. I just cried all night thinking how unfortunate I can be to get two guys who turn out to be jerks, till I fell asleep.
I woke up to the smell of coffee. Aromatic and delicious. Yes I’m a coffee addict but who isn’t? I reached out trying to find my mug on the side table but couldn’t reach any. I frowned and just then I heard someone laughed softly and suddenly felt the sun rays striking through brightly. “Mom! Close the curtains” I yelled. “Wake up grumpy” a voice said. That’s not mom I thought as my eyes opened slowly to have a peak at who it is while blocking out the sun shine. I could see a shadowy figure standing at the edge of my bed, seems like a man. A man. A man is in my room. OMG my room’s a mess and me? Am I dressed well? Many thoughts ran in my head, that I felt the need to hide and I just pulled my blanket over my head in an attempt to go invisible. This made the guy laughed out loud and he just pulled my blanket off and sat on the bed beside me. I was shocked by his behavior and just opened my eyes and sat upright. Only then I recognize him. My fingers immediately started combing my hair trying to make it look slightly pleasant and I adjusted my top and wanted to adjust my shorts when I realize I wasn’t wearing one and I was left with just my underwear. The look of horror in my eyes made him laugh even more that he gave me the blanket back to cover my lower self. He then planted a kiss on my forehead before saying “Good Morning sleepyhead” and handing me my coffee. I just smiled embarrassed and drank my coffee silently. He just stared at me before saying “Sorry Ashi, I shouldn’t have talked to you that way yesterday. I was just a little upset when I heard my mom sobbing over the lehenga that she bought for you lovingly. She went to many places just to find the right one for you but you didn’t even try it and it broke her heart.” “Ajay, I…” “Ssshhh” he said placing one finger on my lips to silence me before saying “Don’t think about anything sweetheart, just drink your coffee and get dressed. We are going out.” Ajay said before kissing my cheek and leaving my room.
I was lost. I thought Ajay don’t care about me but the way he acted just now proves otherwise. Did I not understand him well enough? I kissed Akshay thinking he was good but he turned out to be an ass. I have a terrible judgment over guys! OK let’s not think about this now, I need to shower and get ready.
Ajay was comfortably seated next to mom and was apparently entertaining her. She was laughing so much that she accidently spilled some coffee out of the cup she was holding. She then excused herself to get it cleaned when she saw me coming. “Ajay, Ashi is here finally. You both have fun” Mom said as she walked to the kitchen signaling me to follow her. I just smiled at Ajay and showed him a 2 fingers as a sign that I will be back in 2 minutes before going into the kitchen with mom.
“What is it mom?” I asked. Mom just finished washing up and turned to me while wiping her hands dry on a rag “Listen Ashi, I know you are not happy with this marriage but Ajay is a good guy. Just give him a chance. He’s really sorry about the lehenga too. Please darling, just try to get to know him. You will love him I bet you.” I was in no mood to argue, plus the way he treated me earlier seems to have changed my mind slightly so I just said “Yes mom, sure. Bye” before kissing her cheeks.
“Shall we?” I asked Ajay and he just got up, took my hand, kissed it and said “We shall” I am getting impressed with this guy. Is he the same Ajay I knew? No, I definitely can’t answer that because I don’t know Ajay well. I have only met him like a few times. Talked on the phone many times but that was not enough to know a person thoroughly right?
We had lunch at an italian restaurant. We talked a little in between bites and I felt like ok he’s not that bad. He is actually kind of sweet. Maybe it’s the wedding tension but then I did not want to assume things again, so I asked him “Why the sudden change Ajay? I mean since I know you till yesterday, you were like a stranger to me and today all of a sudden you are behaving like we have been dating for long? What made you be like this?” The pleasant and happy expression on his face changed. He looks guilty and sorry now. “Let’s go someplace else and talk in private” he said as he got up and walked towards the car. I just followed obediently.
Ajay took me to the same park I went yesterday to meet Akshay. I felt my stomach growl not in hunger but nervous and worried. We just parked right in front of the entrance and sat in the car. He just stared at entrance for a while till I broke the silence and asked “Why are we here?” He looked at me and said “I’m sorry Ashi. For many things but mainly for not understanding you well and for following you yesterday” “You…you…you spied on me??” I felt nauseas all of a sudden. Did he see me kissing Akshay? Oh God, no. I was trembling and tears filled my eyes. Looking at me, Ajay just held my face with both his hands and made me look at him. “Don’t be scared or guilty. It was my fault. I pushed you to do that yesterday. I should have been there for you” he said with tears in his eyes. “You saw?” I sobbed. He just nodded and hugged me. “And you are not mad at me?” I whispered into his ears. He just kissed my cheek and looked at me again before saying “I was. I was furious at you till I saw you slapped him. I knew then you didn’t love him. Otherwise you would have reacted just like you did to me this morning when I saw your undies” he said grinning. I felt my face blush that I avoided eye contact with him and just looked down.
“I also talked to Juhi” Ajay continued. “She told me everything that happened during your college days. Some you probably don’t know” I looked at him puzzled “what you mean?” “Well One, Akshay was not in love with you or Juhi. Two, he misbehaved with Juhi too that’s why they broke up. Only recently, he got to know that you were the one sent him that bear. Probably he thought of trying his luck with you too.” “So Akshay was just trying to use me?” I said shocked but there was a relief on my face that Ajay saw. He just smiled and said “Well good thing you did not love him but you love me” pulling me into his arms hugging me tightly. “Well maybe I don’t love any of you” I said laughing as he tickled me. “OK OK! I do! I love you Ajay” I said then he stopped tickling and kissed me instead. His kiss was passionate and full of love and hunger that I felt like giving myself to him right there and then. We continued kissing till we both were out of breathe and then he said “That was just a minute. We need to make it 5 next time” smiling cheekily. “A minute of love is all I need to know you are the one for me” I said as I rest my head against his chest thinking I know now. I love this guy.
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