Destined To Marry You

7-Fixing Engagement

Aarushi had just returned to her hotel after a long day when she noticed several missed calls from her dad on her phone. She quickly dialed his number and waited anxiously for him to answer.

"Hi Aarushi, I think you've forgotten me ever since you left for your trip," her dad, Aman Verma said when he picked up.

Aarushi, feeling a bit guilty, replied, "No, Dad, it's not like that. I've just been really busy."

Her dad sounded concerned, "Aarushi, you didn't even call us to let us know you safely arrived. We had to find out from Naveen. He told us there was some kind of protest, and Prathibha got hurt. We were so worried about you."

"Sorry, Dad, I should have called. I'm back at the hotel now, and everything is fine. Please don't worry," Aarushi reassured him.

Her dad continued, "Aarushi, I've sent all the details you must know about Singhal's marriage proposal to your P.A Naveen. If you're okay with it, we can arrange a meeting. They have accepted our proposal, and even Guruji says he is your soulmate. I need to send a response from our side..."

Before her dad could say more, Aarushi interrupted, "I'm ready, Dad. I will marry him," thinking about the attraction and strange feelings she had towards Aayush.

Aman, her dad, was shocked by his daughter's sudden decision. "Are you sure about this, Aarushi?"

"Dad, I'm pretty sure. If both you and Mom have chosen him for me, he must be perfect," Aarushi replied.

(she talks to herself) .................."There is something so special in him. I am always excited to meet him and do nothing but stare at his extremely charming face all the time. I can't believe that I am sounding like a teenage college girl having her first crush ever, eagerly wanting to be his forever."

Her dad couldn't help but ask, "Since when have you started listening to us and ignoring your own choice? I know you're not ready for marriage, and this decision seems sudden."

Aarushi sighed, "I don't want to upset Mom anymore, Dad."

"If you're okay with it, we can confirm the engagement date after we meet them in person," her dad suggested.

"Dad, I don't think it's necessary. Let's confirm the match and fix the engagement directly if they agree," Aarushi insisted.

Aman was concerned, "But, Aarushi, how can we do that without knowing anything about him? We haven't even met him, and you haven't seen him."

"Dad, please. I don't want to delay this any longer. I want to get engaged as soon as I return to Mumbai, so please make the preparations," Aarushi pleaded.

"Alright, if you're so determined, but promise me you won't back out later. Remember, it's you who's insisting on this marriage," her dad cautioned.

"Okay, Dad, I'll remember. I have to take another call now. I'll talk to you later and tell Mom about my decision to marry her best friend's son.

After all, I'm finally doing something she wants after a long time. I hope she'll be satisfied," Aarushi said before ending the call to answer Naveen's call.

Will Aarushi understand her mother's concerns? When will Aarushi's engagement be held? Can she marry Aayush as she wants? Or will Guruji's predictions be true?

NOTE: 

Starting now, I'll be releasing one part of my work each week due to my college commitments.