Swara and Sanskaar sat on either side of table facing each other both reeling in their kiss .. its after effects .

It was no way closer to fragment of her imaginations , Mills & Boons, Movies she read and have seen it ,but what they shared few minutes back was something beyond her imagination .Her first kiss .Her lips still tingled with the feel of his lips as they claimed hers, demanding complete surrender ...and she gave in willingly.

What startled Swara was her own reaction to the kiss ..When they parted for much needed air she initiated the kiss for second time ... equally demanding and he gladly let her take the lead..

It's not just the kiss but the intensity that shook her to the core . If the first two kisses were frenzy and passion driven as their bodies clinged to each other with almost an aching need, the third one was absolute bliss .. a slow sweet gentle exploration of lips . Swara was absolutely sure she would pass out right in his arms if he didn't stop tracing her with such tenderness and just like he sensed ...he pulled back..As they looked at each other..his voice came out as ragged as his breath.. " We Need to Talk"

He urged her to get changed given they are completely drenched ..all she could do was nod and rushed to her room .Still giddy, she took her own sweet time to gather back her scattered senses. Few pairs of extra clothing left in 'Gulmohar' as contingency ,came to her rescue. Dressed in simple gray knit long sleeve top , pair of shorts as she descended stairs .. he was already there waiting for her leaning onto the table in a green turtle neck t- shirt...black vest gone much to her relief..but he looked equally tempting .The were two steaming mugs on table which she presumed to be black coffee .. given his expertise.

And here they are facing each other .. with not a single word spoken from past 10 minutes Swara's mind wandered around different versions of how would this discussion go on .What would he say ?

" I am sorry , I didn't mean to kiss you " "It just happened".."It was a mistake,Let's forget this" . "We shouldn't have done this". "Let's Start on fresh Note.. She even imagined him extending his hand, mouthing famous SRK s line "Mujhse dosti karoge." or...and his next lines halted her train of thoughts ..leaving her startled

"I have no regrets " That's was he said ..his voice crisp clear and sure

"Huh?" Did she hear him right . He said ..

" I have no regrets ..he repeated " Swara .. I kissed you because I wanted to. I know it started off in heat of moment but I was absolutely sure of what I was doing and I definitely wouldn't mind kissing you again."

Swara lowered her eyes .. Well that was blunt ..no super blunt ...Other than being an expert kisser is he a mind reader too? . She wouldn't mind either or holds any regrets but ..

"But .. There are few things which I want you to know .. Will you please look at me Swara ?" His voice drifted her eyes back to him and he held her captive .

"Swara .. There's no denying that I ...I really like you .Her heart thudded faster..He likes her it's not just her .. he likes her too .. " I like you too sunny " Almost tempted to blurt out ,she held back listening to him further.".I mean..in fact it's more than like .. I never felt this way before . I like being around you .with you ..I am getting drawn towards you like I have no say ..around you my mind and thoughts are never straight...they just .. " He shrugged not able to phrase it

Well, her thoughts have not been much straighter either from past days .. neither her mind nor heart around him and with this kiss .. it's never going get straighter .She slowly sipped her tea ..waiting to hear further..or should she say "Wow great! I feel the same .So how do we take it further ?"

"Swara .. I would love to take it further ..you know dating or courting, whatever you name it... but," he paused .. Well this is trickiest part where this could be the last time he would see her..other way around she wouldn't like to see his face again .. but he can't give her wrong hopes She is too special and precious for him ,hurting her would be the last thing he would want to do . He knew he had same effect on her,.his mind still fresh with, feel of her dainty hands as they smoothed on his shoulder, curled up into hair pulling him closer , her lips as they traced his contours ,how her bare skin felt in his hands .

"Enough Sanskaar! Just get a hold." He snapped at himself .

" Look Swara .. I don't believe in love, commitment and all that , If you are expecting any of those I am not the right person . I can't act like nothing happened especially after our kiss..I want more of it what we shared and what we feel for each other..So It's up to you to decide..."

They both stood in silence ..After what seemed like hours Swara got up from her place ..She reached to her jerkin."It's late ..I should be going"

He nodded in understanding .It goes without saying -She needs time ..He looked at his watch .. It's quite late "I will drop you,"He offered which she tried to refuse ,"I didn't give you an option swara .. it's late ..I can't let you go alone.. No arguments please ." That was final ..

As they walked out ..Swara wondered what if she says no ..he held her hand stopping them in mid way. His hands gently cupped her face and she didn't protest ."Swara ..Trust me ,whatever is your decision .. You will always be special for me .."

And she knew he meant it .. His eyes gave it away and the gentle brush of his lips on her forehead as well.

They walked in silence.

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Swara stirred restlessly on her bed ..sleep evading her.Only he could manage to do that, kiss her like crazy and then throw her into loop with his words.No love , no commitment .. but he likes her What does that mean ? Deep down she couldn't help but appreciate his honesty . He was absolutely clear on what he wants.. no wrong hopes in leading her to believe there might me much more between them. That's where the trouble comes in.There's no denial she likes him and no one could make her feel the way sunny does. She wants more of him , more of them, her wish to have him around all the time. .

Giving up on her attempts to get some sleep, she picked her guitar. Some music should help .. at least to clear her head . She closed her eyes thrumming her strings ..and his face flashed before her .. . ..standing across the railing with glass...his eyes , his smile... Swara opened her eyes like something jerked her out , then she realized she was playing 'Chura liya hai tumne' she looked around he was no where ..He left .. that day. What if he leaves again?

Dating is not an issue ..people do date .If it had been just about kiss she would have dismissed but what she felt for him was much more .What if things didn't work out ? What if she ends up breaking her heart ..

It's just like a gamble.. she might up end up winning him or losing her heart.Either way she knew what she wants .. him

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As she walked into Gulmohar next day morning ...he was neither found in garden nor in Gulmohar..Where is he ? Did he ?.. "Sorry ..woh raat ko late so gaya tho ..."she turned back hearing him "Morning " he wished with usual smile.

He couldn't sleep last night..the flashes of their kiss left him restless ... the question of what would her answer be made his sleep impossible . What if she said no .. she didn't want to take it further .. He felt a strange panic at that thought.No one affected him the way Swara Bose did right from the first meet ,he wanted her then and now . .As the time ticked he made up his mind about her no and drifted off to sleep.

Next day as he walked out of his room she was in .she didn't smile at him as he wished her.Confirmed .It's a no ..not saying a word he reached for his tools , that's when she walked up him . .. before he could realize her hands were wrapped around his neck . her soft lips lingered on his cheek for a while.." That's your morning kiss" .. she whispered and left him as he stood trying to process what just happened ..does that mean ...

"It means yes buddu ".. She shouted from behind

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.From then nothing much had changed but everything had changed for them .As days passed it felt like they were living in their own little world, just two of them.It's same cup of tea but what made its special was cuddling up to him and sharing. His arms around her made her feel warm and safe. They would play around working..teasing each other, would fight, then make up with long sweet kisses , sometimes they ended up in mud .. then played around with water. She cooked more often for him ..and loved when he would feed her with his hands.."Aa karo .. swara please chote bacho ki zidd tarah mat karo ..akhiri piece hain khaalo" .. she loved throwing tantrums make him run around until he caught hold of her.

Sanskaar loved their time together..being around Swara made him come more alive.His favorite moments being ..her soft hands running through his hair as he laid on her lap on the stone bench , they would just talk for hours and hours .He felt himself opening up to her and sharing things which he never thought he would share with anyone. He didn't mind showing his vulnerable side to her for he know she will be there for him . His next favorite moment would be their star gazing session. They would rush up to terrace,squeeze few moments before she left ..simply lie down together watching stars.

"Woh na maa hain ,woh bada waala star" he pointed it out for her.."aur woh baba hain" she pointed out another one for him ..and they smiled looking at each other .

"Swara ..kuch poochu tumse ?'

"Poocho na" .. she was still gazing at stars.

"Tumne haan kyu kaha to be with me ? I mean I was sure you will say no when I said .."

She was silent .. her eyes still on stars ... "Kal ka kya hoga ..iski daar se mujhe apni aaj barbaad nahi karna hain sunny . kal kya hoga kisne dekha .. aaj jo bhi pal hain, wahi hamare haath main hain .. like this moment aur mujhe ye pal jeena hai," She moved little closer cuddling up to him,"tumhare saath."

He held her close.

"Woh dekho..toot tha taara .. she got up excited ..chalo jaldi se wish maango ..

"You believe all this ?" he was surprised

"Offo ..pehle wish to maangne do" He just stared at her as she closed her eyes mumbling something..he smiled and closed his eyes making his wish .

Swara was definitely different unlike many others he met ..she didn't need diamonds . A simple rose from garden..earrings which he picked up from a local fair on an impulse , a simple song he tuned for her .. though it was out of sur & taal , Popcorn he made for her , a simple walk holding hands, A long ride on his bike ,sharing a chocolate..Her happiness and smile would always lie in small things, simple moments between them..that made her extra special for him .. He felt himself drawn towards her little more with every passing day ..

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One morning he woke up to blooming flowers .. his excitement knew no bounds and he knew Swara would feel the same.He just can't wait for her to walk in ,but she didn't .It was past usual time .Worried he called her ,she picked it up after long.

"Swara kaha ho kab se phone kar raha hoon ..tum bahi tak ghar se nikli nahi .. jaldi aajao. I want to show you something." Why is she silent? .."Swara .".

"Sunny .. woh aaj main nahi aasakti "

"Kyu?" concern took over him "tumhari tabiyat theek hain na .. you want me to come there ?"

"Nahi woh ... Dadi ne achanak se woh ... main .."

"Shona" a voice came from behind .. kis se baat kar rahi hain .. jaldi taiyaar hoja vo ..ladke waale aa rahe hain tujhe dekhne ..suna hai ki ladka bahut handsome hai aur usko teri isse kaam se bhi problem nahi hai .. abhi phone pakad ke beti hain "

He disconnected the call "Ladke waale?" Fury was not the word for what he felt at that moment. The thought of Swara with someone else.. He clutched his phone hard and threw it away with sheer force . He didn't know who that handsome guy was, all he wanted was to rip him apart piece by piece and then strangle him to death.How dare he ?Swara belongs to him and only him.

Oh really! ...how is that..you didn't give her a commitment..she's just your girlfriend, you don't own her ,You don't have any right on her. an inner voice sprang her . ..

"Just shut up." He sushed it up .She could have said no ... They are together now..mana kar deti nahin ..how would she ..she said achanak se .. she didn't have a clue ..what if she likes this guy...this handsome hunk her dadi was referring ..

He hated the thought of losing her ,the thought of someone else holding her hand ,standing beside her, being reason for her smile. His blood boiled at thought of someone touching his swara .He would kill him .. whoever it is .May be he should barge into Gadodia house and make it clear to all old folks who are behind Swara's life for marriage, give them a piece of mind and declare.."Swara is Mine "

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Swara rushed to Gulmohar in second half ,she tried reaching Sanskaar but his phone was switched off . She found him busy in garden .

"Sunny ..tumhara phone kahan hai kab se call kar rahi thi aur switched off kyu hain?"

He cast a furious look at her and continued his work ..she noticed his features were rigid and tight.

"Gussa ho?"

"Kaisa raha tumhara woh ?" He paused gritting his teeth

Oh..someone's jealous ..swara smiled to herself .Well that's good sign ..for them and there's' no harm in pushing him to edge ..may be a little more .

"Acha woh ...Kya kahu ? dadi na bilkul teek keh rahi thi .uff she gave a dreamy look. "Itna handsome tha aur usse gardening bhi pasand hain ..aur usne kaha..he likes my eyes , and my smile..aur usne mujhe compliment diya ki main saree main ..main tho soch rahi hoon ki dubara usse ..."

Next minute she was backed to wall , her hands locked in his hands on either side and he kissed her with almost savage and brutal force, leaving her shocked .She knew he was angry but had no clue her words would have this effect on him .The kiss..it didn't give her time to think she could feel his lips tongue and teeth . Her blood was on fire .Then she met his need with equal force touch to touch .His hands cupped her nape , tipping her head back ,deepening the kiss . Her hands gripped his shoulders , one hand clutched into his thick mane pulling him closer.

He didn't know what got into him ,the thought of some random tom dick harry appealing to her.. he burned with a rage ,all that heat poured into kiss.He wanted to show her , claim her .. she would be his and only his. He pulled her against him from the wall, flushed her against him her every curve pressed into his body ..He nibbled her lip ..she felt a wave of desire hit her and the heat doubled as he felt her teeth on his lips It felt like they were punishing each other dueling with each other..and after what seemed like hour.. He left her free, gasping hard.Her body was trembling with pleasure, breath heavy .She sank down onto floor trying to gather herself back.

"Swara!"he sat besides her .Damn! did he hurt her? .. "Swara .. I am sorry ..Main.." he felt her slap ..a simple one." Idiot ..ullu ..she fisted her hands and started hitting him "Tumhe kya lagta hain.. Woh daadi ne kiya tha .. aur maine usko naa keh diya ..lekin tum ..itna gussa?tumhe tho .. "

She continued hitting him until he pulled her into his arms ..'Tho kya karta ..pata nahi jab phone pe suna tho itna gussa aaya ki ..aur tum ho ki aur chida rahi thi .. tho .. she brought her out of hug ..cupped her face " Sach bolo ..Did I hurt you?"

She gently moved back into his arms " Tum chah kar bhi mujhe kabhi hurt nahi kar sakte sunny, I Trust you " that last line jolted him . She is not yet aware of his identity.. Should he tell her?..May be he should ...

Swara .. Main ..

"Phone kahan hai tumhara?".

"Thod diya..but I have a spare one .. raat ko hum baat kar sakte hain ..no worries.

She sighed ..she should have guessed.She came out of hug her hands lightly feathered over his cheeks ."Sunny.. apna ye gussa kam karo thoda sa..It will always be you and only you for me." .

"And I want you to be mine Swara and only mine" ..and he meant it . God knows how crazy he want past few hours when she was not here .

She looked into his eyes .. they spelled out love for her, alas he will not know that .. 'Idiot' when will he realise .She had fallen for him hard and is in love with him, no second thoughts about the same . He doesn't even realize the intensity of what he said. She knew why he feared love and commitment, coaxing him towards it will only distance him further .She knew there can be no one else for both of them .. they belong to each other. .It's just matter of realization and she will wait .

"I am yours .. I will be yours hamesha" she whispered hugging him back

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Then Came Ragini.. Never getting tired of pulling her sister's leg about her new found love She wanted to meet him ..but Swara avoided the discussion Ragini sensed something was wrong .. and on Ragini's insistence Swara shared how Sanskaar is scared of love and commitment and he may not feel comfortable meeting her .

Ragini was horrified at the idea of her sister being in love with someone who absolutely made it clear of having no intentions of getting serious and swara seems to be so much invested in the same .." Tum paagal ho Swara .. I mean .. usne saaf saaf bol diya na uske iraade kya hain .. He's just playing around .. aur mujhe samj nahi aata .. you don't know a thing about him .. ki woh kaun hain kya karta hain .. uska background kya hain... and you are already in love .. this is crazy swara ..I am telling you ..just break up with him ."

"I love him Ragini .. aur pyaar hogaya hain.. Bas..soch samaj kar thodi na kiya jaata hain and I know he works in F & A division of Maheswari Group .He is from kolkata... .. and I know he loves me .. just like the way I do . infact I feel he loves me more ..lekin ..it's just ki usko abhi realise nahi hua."

"Oh C'mon swara.. This is stupidity. teek hain ,Let's do some background verification"

"No Ragini..Tum aisa kuch bhi nahi karoge.. Bilkul nahi." and Ragini knew her sister was dead serious this time and her no means no

"Ok ,Fine.Mujhe usse milna hai" Ragini was firm .. "Nahi ..no excuses this time...nahi tho main maa baba ko bol dungi ...".

"Ok ..Ok Fine.. Milaati hoon" Swara gave in." Ragini please dhyaan rakhna ulta seedha sawaal mat pooch na aur don't you dare bring in the word love .. I will kill you then and there..Please."

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Much to Swara's surprise Sanskaar readily accepted to meet Ragini .Only if she had clue how he planned to barge and gate crash her match making session. She was even more surprised when he mentioned he was nervous about meeting her sister .. and her approval .Ragini couldn't help but appreciate the way they both tended the garden as she looked around .The roses were already blooming in vibrant colors .The sight took her breath away.

Her Eyes didn't fail to notice Swara and Sanskaar who were busy stealing glances at each other smiling ,holding hands completely under misconception she's not noticing . She smiled to herself .

Typical love birds .

Swara sat in between .. Ragini and Sanskaar seated facing each other at Gulmohar.. Ragini's eyes throwing daggers at him.

"Tum karte kya ho?"

"I am into F & A ..I work for one of business groups .. I am on a break and aakash told me swara needed some help ..I love gardening So I am here ".

"Tumhare Mom Dad?"

"My Mom is no more" There was a flash of pain in his eyes . Ragini felt a pang of pain hearing it she know how it feels to grow up without a mother "My dad is into business.."

"Aakaash ko kaise jaante ho ?"

"Through a common acquaintance .."

And the session went on . Swara excused herself to get some tea for them. She signalled Ragini to stop her session from behind ,Ragini was in no mood to stop .Lost in her thoughts of how would he react on Ragini's CID probing .. swara spilled hot tea on her hand .

"Ouch " she yelped in pain ..Next min Sanskaar and Ragini were by her side. Sanskaar rushed her to wash basin, he quickly passed instruction is to ragini to get some ice cubes which ragini instantly obeyed.

"Kya Swara .. Dhayn rakhna chahiye na ..agar kuch ho jaata tho " Sanskaar tended her hand with care as ragini passed on first aid box . Swara protested saying " Jalega "

Sanskaar turned to Ragini " Is she this troublesome in your home as well ?" Ragini smiled nodding yes as Swara threw glares at both of them .

"Offo Nahi jalega.Main hoon na .. haath do.. Swara.. Haath do .. Good." He gently took her hand , applied the cream with care. Ragini didn't intervene and stood watching them both .. they are so much in love . Swara was right .He is in love with her. Even a blind fellow can sense the same.

As they left for the day ,back at home Swara asked ragini .." Tho Kaisa laga Sunny tumhe ?"

"Bahut bahut acha laga hame ..biikul tumhara prince charming jaisa hai .sach mein paagal hain and he loves you aur jab usne hamari aakhri sawaal ka jawaab diya I knew he was the right person for you ."..

"Kya ? Kaunsa sawaal.. Bolna " Swara asked all curious

"Yahi ki describe Swara in one word .. aur usne kaha .. " Paagal "..aur maine kaha sahi jawab .. Ragini broke into giggles and ran around her room as Swara tried to catch hold of her.

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As Day passed Swara dreaded the moment when Sanskaar would be gone and she had no clue how he intend to take it forward . He had not yet said a word. She missed him when he is not around her.. Good byes at the end of day were painful .. those 10 hours were like a torture for her .10 hours...she could gather few more moments with him ..before things change.

They were done with all the work ..Talks with boutiques for supply.. Return of investment was good she can return back money to Dad ,still she would have ample amount for further investment after few months..there are just be 2 more days ..

Just 2 more days .. His holiday would be done .He had to go back but before that he need to tell her the truth.. That he is not Sunny but Sasnkaar Maheshwari. He dreaded her reaction but he would do what is right .. he just hoped she would be with him even after knowing his identity.

That night ...

They gazed at stars in silence ..none saying a word. Sanskaar looked at his watch .. It's quite late she should have been at home by now.

"Swara .. tumhe late ho raha hain .We should leave" he got up but she pulled him back to mattress.

"Nahi tho ... aaj main yahi rahungi ..tumhare saath"

Swara . ..tum.". He was not sure he heard right.

She got up a little ,lied on his chest putting his arms over him .. " Maine ragini ko bol diya hain aur woh manage kar legi ."

"Par Swara .."

"Sssh" Her fingers closed his mouth .She looked at him raising her face a little from his chest. "Sunny .. kal kya hoga mujhe pata nahi ..aaj abhi mujhe tumhare saath rehna hai ."

She took her hands back as he felt his kiss on them .His fingers caressed her cheek , her eyes locked with his "Tumhe kya lagta hain ..I can't even think of staying away from you Swara .. woh 10 hours jab tum mere saath nahi hote ho tho ..its just like hell and I want us to stay together even when I go back from here ..Say Yes na ?'

" Yes and We will be together ." She lowered her head a little, meeting his lips for a short brief kiss .As they parted ,he rolled her down and captured her lips for one more sweet tender kiss.. So soft and gentle pouring in all ,he felt for her ..it brought tears in her eyes .

"Hey Kya hua ?" He parted worried as he felt her tears . "Kuch nahi .. just hold me ..close."He wiped her tears gently and kissed her forehead and pulled her onto him holding her close to his heart .She snuggled onto him and slowly they drifted to sleep holding each other under blanket of stars.

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As Swara opened her eyes ..a little smile played on her lips. He was right there ,next to her staring at her with pure adoration and his charming smile . How much she wished she would wake up next to him every morning ..only if he could say those 3 words..

Morning .she mumbled ..stretching her hands and reaching out to him

"Morning sweetheart" .he lowered pressing his lips on her cheeks " And That's your morning kiss."

His whisper was as soft as caress ..and he was rewarded with one more kiss ..and "that's yours" she whispered back .

"Chalo ..ab utho jao aur fresh ho jaao" .. she smiled and nodded .They folded the mattress ,picked up blankets, pillows and rushed down .After freshening up swara came down and found him in kitchen ..

"Sunny .. Ye.."

"Lijiye Madam aapka breakfast .. bread toast ,cornflakes and orange juice all set and ready." He placed tray on table ... and smiled looking at her.

Well, that's what his intention was, to give her a pleasant surprise and from looks of it ..it worked . How much he loved that smile of hers . He would do anything and everything to keep her smile intact .

They had their breakfast together and it was time for her to leave.

"Jaana jaroori hain kya? He didn't want her to leave .."Ruk jao na Swara ,please" ..he held her from back ..

She would have loved to but .. " Main kaha jaana chahti hoon ,lekin jaan padega ..kal raat bhi ghar nahi gayi.. aur raat ko kuch function attend karna hain..tho .."

"Tho Madam phir kal subah hi milegi." he sighed with disappointment ... "God I am gonna miss you Swara .."

"I will miss you too" ...she turned to him .Raising on her toes she reached for his lips .Smiling he lifted her up to meet hers ..They shared a long kiss and he watched her leave .

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"Maine decide kar liya hai ragini .. I will tell him .. Kal subha jab usse milungi .. Main usse bata dungi ki I love him ...jo hoga dekha jayega ..lekin ab aur nahi .. shayad meri dil ki baat sun ne ke baad usko ehsaas hoga that he loves me too ."

Ragini nodded in consent .

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"Bhaiyya .. Maine decide karliya .. main usko bata dunga ki kal subha ki ..ki main Sanskaar Maheswari hoon ..pata nahi bhaiya kaise react karegi .. I am tensed."

"Hmm tho finally mujhe apni team member mil gayi aur maheshwari khandaan ko unki choti bahu" Adarsh smiled into phone .

"What ? Bhaiya please aisa nahi hain .. shaadi pyaar and all no way .. but I don't know .uske bina rehna .. I will go crazy without her."

"Devar ji .ab maan bhi lijiye ki pyaar ho gaya hain" Parineeta butted in "kab mila rahe hain usse?'

"Bhabhi ..If things work out .. kal hi miladunga .. "

"Aur sunn".Adarsh joined in "I want you come down to night ..ek function hain and we need to meet someone there. Nahi sanskaar no excuses .. Its related to finance project yaar It's just for one hour and I want you to be there aur maine tujhe details mail kardiya "

"Fine I will be there ..Sharp 8,Bye Bhaiya ..Bhabhi ko bol dena ."

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Oberoi Grand , Kolkata 8.00 PM

And this my younger brother Sanskaar Maheswari ..He heads F& A division -Maheshwari Group and this is Laksh ..Laksh Mathur .Adarsh introduced them.

"Hi ,Pleasure meeting you " ..Sanskaar shook his hands with Laksh . "Congrats I heard you are getting engaged."

"Thank you so much Sanskaar ..Maine dad ko mana kiya but he wants to announce it formally along with this business party..so ..btw.. Aap ne woh file dekha .. I am sure you might have gone through it .

Yes I did .. I need few clarifications ..

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"Ragini kyu itna tension le rahi hain sab theek hoga ..Swara tried calming her nervous sister . They reached Oberoi early and are in their allocated room . Ragini paced nervously.. "Teek lag rahe hain .. makeup kuch jyada nahi hogaya .. aur..

" Offo Meri Maa ..kitni baar poochegi ? Bahut Sundar Lag rahi ho ..aaj na jeeju tujhe dekh kar aaj hi shaadi kar lenge."

Just then Dadi and Shomi came in .. "Ye chori" Dadi said addressing Swara "Tu na jaldi chal neeche hamare saath..Sharmistha rahegi laado ke saath" and she dragged Swara down ." Aaj kitna sundar lag rahi hain .. Dang ke kapde pehen kar .. kisi se milwana hai tujhe ..

"Dadi .."swara protested .. mujhe kisi ladke se nahi milna hain ..

"Chup kar" .. She took her an elderly looking person .. " Ye Durga Prasad Maheshwari ji hain ."

Oh ..Maheshwari group" That rang dim belss in Swara's mind .."The same business group where sunny works ".she smiled and took blessings

"Parvati ji .. Aap ki poti tho bahut achi hain Sundar aur susheel .. ek minute .. .Adarsh ,Sanskar.. he called out .

Not interested Swara looked around .."kaash sunny yaha hota" she's already missing him. That's when he walked towards her ,dressed in black suit and navy blue tie..tailor made for him .

Busy in some conversation he didn't notice her until he was face to face .

Time stood still ..between them.

"Sun.."his name was about to tumble out .. when Durga Prasad intervened.

"Sanskaar Maheswari .. hamara chota beta"

Her head started spinning .. "tho sunny kaun hain ..Thousand questions reeled in her mind.

Sanskaat stood rooted .. everything else vanished from his sight .. It was just Swara with stricken expression and hurt pooling in her eyes . Causing her pain was last thing he wanted to do ..This is not how he wanted this to be out ..

As Swara excused herself and rushed out ..Sanskaar ran behind her. They reached lawn behind hotel ."Swara listen to me ... Meri baat tho suno ..please .. he held her by hand

"Haath chodo mera ..she wriggled it free ..her eyes red with tears

"Swara ..main batane hi waala tha..

"Kab? Sab khatam hone ke baad .. main hi paagal thi .. jo bina kuch jaane ,soche samjhe tumhe dil de bethi ..you lied to me and was just playing around, " she wiped the hot stream of tears flowing through her eyes .

Playing around? .. what is she talking about .. "Swara tum galat samaj rahi ho ...Main.. "

"You know what Mr Sanskaar Maheswari Main bhi tumse kuch kehna chahti thi ..Kal subha ka wait kar rahi thi ..but it doesn't make sense any more .. sun na hai.. Tho suno...I love you ..suna tumne ".. she grabbed him by collar .. I love u and Its over between us ."

Sanskaar stood still ,her words vibrating in his ears.