Shield- Protecting the one you love

Chapter 19

Veera stands in his garden with his back facing Tanet. He was fidgeting with his hands as he was nervous to approach Tanet.

Tanet: Veera

Veera turns around to face Tanet. He looks into his eyes with determination and speaks his heart out.

Veera: Tanet, we have been avoiding the obvious since the time we met each other. Then when I thought I was ready to take the next step, misunderstanding cropped between us. My ego stopped me from accepting your apology and then things went out of my hand. Now that we have sorted out everything and you are safe, I want to address the pending issue of our hearts. Let's not beat around the bush. I like you Tanet and I want us to be together.

Tanet does not say anything and just looks at Veera with a shocked expression.

Veera: Tanet

Tanet: Hmm

Veera: Will you be my boyfriend?

Tanet remains silent. He was thinking about something and his silence was bothering Veera.

Veera: Tanet

Tanet: I...I... I like you too Veera. But I need some time. I have things that I need to sort out. Once that is done, I will give you an answer.

Veera: Okay. But can I court you during this time?

Tanet nods his head with a shy smile. Veera pulls him into his arms and a goofy smile appears on his face.

Veera: Thank you.

Tanet decides to go back to his house but everyone insisted on him staying back. But he finally managed to convince them on the condition that he will come to meet them every two days. Tanet's eyes filled with tears as he said goodbye to Veera's family. But it was tears of joy as he was happy to be part of a complete family now. Veera was still sulking when Tanet left for his house.Veera true to his words starts courting Tanet from the very next day.

When Tanet came out of his house to go to an office, Veera was already waiting for him next to his car.

Veera: Goodmorning Sir. I will be your driver starting today.

A smile appears on Tanet's face as Veera stands there with his head bowed in salute.

Tanet: Drama king.

Veera quickly opens the door and waits for Tanet to get in. He then gets into the car and closes the door. When he looked at Tanet, he was already looking at him with a smile. Veera leans towards him as Tanet moves backward. He closes his eyes and his breathe stops as Veera's face gets close to his face. He waits for a few seconds and then opens his eyes on hearing a click sound. Tanet quickly turns to look at Veera, who was looking at him with a smirk on his face.

Veera: Some things never get old.

Tanet: You...

Before he could complete his sentence, Veera gives a peck on his lips. Tanet looks at him in shock while he smiles mischievously. Tanet looks away blushing as Veera starts the car. Soon they reach the TRD office and Tanet was about to get out of the car when Veera calls him.

Veera: Sir

Tanet: Veera.. stop calling me sir. You no longer work for me. You are my...

Veera: I am your what Tanet.

Tanet does not say anything and just looks down blushing. Veera laughs loud on seeing a shy Tanet.

Veera: Tanet

Tanet: Hmm

Veera: I will pick you up after work.

Tanet: Hmm