ShaRa snippets

Biryani

Back in Pune, there was a lot to be done before he went for the "Pune times mirror- Hall of Fame Awards 2022." His team was on their toes, figuring out things for him, he was spending the little time he had with his family. His stylist had sent him outfit options which were kept in his room. He quickly got into his room and video called Shamz.
Shamz: Hi baby, home feels so empty without you.
Raq: Awww, I miss having you around as well.
Shamz: All set for tonight?
Raq: Oh yeah, that's the reason I called you. Sorry, caught up a little, I need some help with choosing an outfit.
Shamz: Show me the options please!
Raq: Here, have a look.
We all know Shamz, she knows her mind. She quickly shortlisted two options from the many he showed her.
Shamz: Either the black one or the pale yellow one.
Raq: Just tell me one, that would be easier.
Shamz: You can wear the pale yellow one, it has a white shirt as well. Also, you wore black just at ITA awards, it's better we skip black for today.
Raq: Makes sense! So its beige.
Shamz: Baby, a white shirt inside for sure.
Raq: Perfect, as you say! Life is so easy with you around, thank you.
Shamz: Awww, I wish I could style you like I did for ITA. You will look hawt in a suit, like always. I am waiting for pictures, can't wait to see you suited up.
Raq: I will send you once I am ready.
Shamz: Bye, my hottie!
He blew a kiss at her through the phone. Then disconnecting the call, quickly opened the door, it was Isha. She informed him that his team was waiting. With all the extra outfits, she walked out of the room leaving Raq to get ready.
Raq hurried as there was a lot to be done. He knew if Shamz was around, it would've been a cake walk. She managed everything so well for the ITA awards. Minutes passed by as he fantasized about his hot yet sexy girlfriend. Reality stuck hard when his niece called for him from downstairs. He changed from his casuals to formals, set his hair with hair- wax and spray. With a white shirt, beige khaki trouser and brown belt on, he looked dapper. He picked out tiny diamond encrusted butterfly cufflinks that Shamz had bought for him. He smiled remembering his little butterfly 🦋. With cufflinks on point and the perfect shoes, he quickly put on the coat. The shades and car keys in one hand and phone in the other, he walked out of his room.
His photographer friend was already there to shoot him. With limited time and ample work at hand, they quickly shot some good pictures. Modelling was a easy breezy for Raq, he had begun his career with that. Once the shoot was wrapped up, with a few pictures forwarded to Shamz, he quickly left for the event.
On his way to the venue, Raq couldn't help thinking of Shams and what she was up to. He yearned to take her in his arms that moment. He wondered if she was missing him like he was since she was at home. She had a meeting later in the day. He worried if she had eaten her protein or in fact anything? Also, Shamz' cook was on leave for a couple of days. He had forgotten to ask her when he called her earlier. He quickly took out his phone and ordered a chicken biryani from the new biryani place in Bandra they had been wanting to try.
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Back in Mumbai, Shamz was busy ogling the pictures Raq had sent her from his quick photoshoot. She was going gaga looking at her hottie and was proud to see him being recognised for his work. With the door bell ringing and Phoebe running around, her flow of thoughts broke and she got up and opened the door. It was the biryani Raq had sent for her. She was amazed as she wasn't aware why would someone send her biryani. She kept contemplating for a while, when Raq sent her a message with the order details , she could connect the dots. She was so happy by the gestures of her man who was physically away but was still thinking about her and finding cute little ways to make her feel special.
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At the event, Raq was awarded for his contribution in acting, sculpting, painting and as a producer. Having received his award, he waited for Amol to get his award as well while he interacted with his other friends and colleagues from the Marathi Film industry. Once the event was wrapped up, he quickly left with Amol. The three Musketeers- Raq, Amol and another friend had decided to meet up and party that night at Eskobar, a famous party joint in Pune. After dropping Amol, Raq went back home to change and then meet his friends later.
Back at home, Raq first changed into casuals, met his family who were happy and proud of his accomplishment. After a quick chat with them, he left for his outing. The only thing on this mind was that he had to talk to Shamz before he met his friends, he knew that he wouldn't be able to make time later as they would hang out for long.
He quickly called up Shamz who was binge watching her favourite Korean show - Crash landing on You while enjoying her biryani. She paused the screen and answered his call.
Shamz: Hi, baby! Thank you for the biryani.
Raq: Hi, my love! Hope you enjoyed it.
Shamz: I am still eating, I will put on weight if I don't stop now.
Raq: Waise bhi itni patli hai, my delicate darling.
Shamz: Touchwood yeah!
Raq: I called to inform you, I am going out with my friends, we have decided to celebrate tonight.
Shamz: Have fun my cutie, you deserve the best. I am going to binge watch my Korean
show and sleep anyways.
Raq: Are you sure? Are you missing me?
Shamz: What sort of a question is this you arse? Of course I am.
Raq: Tell me how much?
Shamz: More than you can think and more than I can imagine.
Raq: Achcha tell me no, what would you do if
I were there?
Shamz: I wouldn't leave you for a second.
Raq: And?
Shamz: And give you loads of hug and kisses.
Raq: And?
Shamz: I would do lots of things that you love.
Raq: Like what? (he said seductively, biting his lips)
Shamz: Stop it! Stop it! Let's not go there.
Raq: Bol na, tell me something at least.
Shamz: Baby I am hanging up. You can't do this to me. I'll just end up feeling more miserable through the evening. (Tears welled up in her eyes)
Raq: Awww mera baby. I am there with you na always. (Blowing a kiss at her) Call me if you miss me, okay? Don't think that I'll be busy.
Shamz: Yeah, don't worry baby. Have a nice time, we will celebrate once you are back.
Raq: I love you sooo much, baby. You know that right? And I am missing you like hell.
Shamz: I love you too! Have fun, see you soon.
She quickly disconnected the call as she knew it would be difficult for her if she would talk to him longer. She was missing him terribly and wanted to celebrate his achievement, she was definitely a proud girlfriend. A long night to herself, Shamz had a new day to look forward too, she finally managed to sleep while she dreamt about him.
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On the other hand, Raq was having a good time with his two closest friends. He was missing Shamz and how this celebration felt so incomplete without her. He confessed to his mates that she was very important to him now and how he could see a future for them together. True friends are always happy for you in every decision you make, they are with you in all your highs and lows and these two were his constants. A fun night with a lot of memories came to an end when a tipsy Raq got back home and made his way to his bed.