Love's Untold Symphony

Part 8

She quickly grabbed her teacher's hand, signaling her to stop talking. She was shocked to discover that Bhavya's parent was her teacher. Bhavya hadn't revealed much about her parents, and Anika didn't inquire much. Now, the truth was out, and she realized her mistake. If she had known, she would have warned them earlier.

"I'm sorry, Anika. I didn't mean that," Gayathri quickly apologized, holding Anika's hand. Anika turned to her family, and Shivaay looked perplexed, seeking answers from her. She couldn't ignore them and needed to address the situation.

"Actually, Dad tried to commit suicide when I was in school due to depression. I think that was what Gayathri ma'am meant," Anika explained, her tone low. Every word she spoke weighed on her chest, creating a lump in her throat. At that moment, Bhavya walked out of her room, providing a convenient excuse to shift the focus from her to the main purpose of the visit.

"Sir and Ma'am, we came here for my brother-in-law!" Anika began, turning towards Shivaay to continue from his side. He sat across from her, passing a slight smile.

"We are aware of that, dear, but we didn't expect you all so soon. Just an hour or two ago, Bhavya informed us about your family's visit," Gayathri said with a smile, passing water to Rudru, who coughed a little.

"Yes, but the thing is a little sensitive, right? We couldn't wait a minute with your overthinking daughter. She would have never if we hadn't visited today. Also, it has been a tremendous 18 days of vacation, right?" Gauri continued, receiving shocked gasps from Rudy and Bhavya. Her parents continuously shifted their gaze between Bhavya and Rudru.

"What happened?" Shivaay asked.

"As far as we know, Bhavya left for Europe because of her sudden work trip. And she was busy working day and night!" Manish Rathore told them everything. In response, Rudy hid his face with his right hand, and Bhavya's face turned red. Everyone else, except Bhavya's parents and the couple, was left with no words to speak.

"At least, you must have warned us," Gauri whispered to Rudru.

"And my daughter said Rudy flew all the way from India for her to check on her, but also to propose to her. By the way, nice screenplay, Bhavya," Mrs. Rathore said with a hint of coldness.

"Maa," Bhavya replied.

"Sir, we apologize on behalf of these two; please forgive them," Shivaay requested them in the most mature way.

"Gayathri, this is not the first time I have met the Oberoi brothers. I saw them multiple times when I went to the college they manage for culturals and conferences, but I can't recognize them! Everything seems new to me," Mr. Rathore told his wife, who smiled at his comment.

"Especially this grown-up kid. Semi-formals, trimmed beard, shirt with the upper button closed. Am I really looking at Rudru Singh Oberoi?" He questioned his wife further. Anika could feel the change in Bhavya's father's behavior in a positive way, but she couldn't come to a conclusion. She waited patiently.

"Shivaay, if I have your permission, can I ask some questions to your brother?" Mr. Rathore asked. Shivaay looked at Anika, who passed a small smile conveying that everything was in their favor.

"Yes, sir! Please," Shivaay permitted.

"Yes, Uncle!" Rudru said.

"Rudru, how long have you both known each other?" Mr. Rathore asked him.

"Eight years, Uncle. I have known her since college," Rudru answered.

"How long have you both been in a relationship?"

"It's been eight months, Uncle." Rudru hesitated. Everyone present there, except Bhavya's parents, knew the reason behind his hesitancy. But they remained silent, and when Gauri attempted to defend, Om stopped her from doing that. Anika nodded to Gauri, signaling that it was Rudy's job to convince Bhavya's dad.