Akshita's pov
Hurriedly I march towards the kitchen thinking about the list of things I have to prepare and do. Today my parents kept Satynarayan Katha at home since it has been many days and few close relatives along with my in-laws are going to arrive. I have to cook a meal for many people and it's not an easy task.
"It's 6'o clock Akshita and Pooja will start at 9 we don't have much time left. Start working fast"Mumma says in a strict tone.
"Haan mumma" I place the kadhai on the stove and grab the essential ingredients.
"I will make prashad and you make the rest things okay. I have checked all the Pooja arrangements"She states and I bob my head.
"Your in-laws are coming right ?" My hands cease involuntarily on her question.
My in-laws will surely come that I know but I am not confident about Aditya. It's been a week since I came here and we haven't seen each other not even heard each other's voice.
"Akshita where is your attention the gravy will burn" My riverie breaks listening to her yell and I turn the knob to reduce the flame.
"I asked you something ?" She questions again.
"Haan they'll come"
After almost 2 hours everything was ready. I give a last glance at Shahi paneer, mixed vegetables and kheer satisfied with its look I release a sigh. Now only puris are left which I will fry now and then Pooja.
"Akshita...Bhabhi" I hear someone screaming my name and I know this voice belongs to whom.
Turning I find Ishan and Shivani di with Tanya smiling at me.
"We missed you so much" I smile widely when they embrace me in a warm hug pouring their love.
"I missed you guys too" I mumble.
"I missed you more than them" Ishan adds who is looking dashing in blue coloure kurta.
"Aww my boy is looking so handsome" Cupping his cheek with my left hand I crack my knuckles of right hand taking evil eye off.
"And me mami ?" Tanya asks in baby voice.
"My doll is looking very cute" I kiss her cheeks.
As I was about to say something about Shivani di speaks sassily "Comeon you don't have to compliment me I know I am very beautiful"
"But not more than my bhabhi. My bhabhi looks more beautiful" Ishan cracks his knuckles imitating me.
"That's right !!" Shivani di agrees.
"You guys go and sit I have some work" I gesture towards the living room.
"I will help you na ! You look worn out. Go and touch up your husband will see you after a week" Di says the last line gasping dramatically.
"Bhai se yaad aaya bhabhi your husband missed you a lot" Ishan blabs and heat rush to my cheeks to which I bite my lip to hide the smile making it appearence.
"Akshita beta please complete everything fast guests are arriving and Ishan beta please have a seat don't stand" Mumma who just arrived and dash out of the kitchen with something.
"Ishan go and sit take Tanya with you. Akshita I'll help you and no arguments" Di orders leaving no room for arguments taking the task of frying puris.
Finally everything is prepared and the priest has also arrived indicating that Pooja will start anytime. I fix my appearance, draping the saree end on my head before heading towards the living which is filled with many guests. I touch the feet of the priest and join my hands in respect seeking his blessings.
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Tangled Love
General FictionTANGLED SERIES (BOOK 1) Aditya what are you saying ?" I ask with glossy eyes. Not believing my ears what he said. No this can't happen he can't say this. "I am saying right and I don't give a damn if it hurts you" he voice dripping anger. "Please...
