PUNARVIVAAH - ARRANGED TO LOVE (L&M #3) [COMPLETED]

SHOT 5

Vaiga's pov!

I don't know how and when I fell asleep. When I opened my eyes, I was lying on my bed, my arms wrapped around baby Kriti protectively. A sigh of content escaped my lips seeing the little girl in my arms.

How cute she is!

Her soft breathing was like music to my ears.

Lying there with Kriti in my arms, I felt a rush of emotions flood over me. Looking at her sweet face, I couldn't help but be amazed by how innocent and pure she looked.

Her cheeks were so soft, and I gently touched them, feeling the delicate curve under my fingertips. It was like a reminder of the miracle of life right there in my arms.

At that moment, all my worries and sadness seemed to vanish. Holding Kriti, I felt an overwhelming sense of happiness and peace. It was like the weight of the world had been lifted off my shoulders, leaving only the warmth of her little body against mine.

I couldn't stop staring at her, taking in every tiny detail. Her lips slightly parted as she breathed softly, her eyelashes fluttering against her skin in the gentle light coming through the window.

I leaned down a bit and pressed a tender kiss on her forehead, pouring out all the love within me.

"You are awake! I just came to check in on you two. Now that you are awake, come and help me out in the kitchen. Raghu anna was saying he would order the food. What is the need for that when there are two women in the house.." Anjana Maa said, as she came into the room with a smile on her face.

"What about Kriti?" I asked in confusion.

"Just place a pillow wall around her and a few down on the floor. I will ask your Niranjan Uncle to keep an eye out.." Anjana Maa said and all but dragged me out of the room after placing the pillow wall around baby Kriti.

I couldn't help but turn back a couple of times, before baby Kriti got out of my sight. My heart yearned to go back to Kriti.

As I stepped into the kitchen, memories hit me hard.

I was preparing dinner when I felt a pair of arms getting wrapped around my waist.

"Shivaa.." I whispered in shock and felt his hot breaths near my ears.

"Who else will dare to come close to you like this, Vaiga.." Shiva whispered against my ears, his lips touching the outer ring of my ears as he spoke.

"Amma would see, Shiva. Leave me.." I wriggled in his arms, making his hold on me tighten.

"She is in her room. She won't come here now.." Shiva whispered as he placed an open mouthed kiss on my shoulder.

"Shiva..."

"Vaiga.. Vaiga.. Where are you lost, child?" Anjana maa asked, startling me out of my thoughts.

I tried to smile and failed miserably.

"Let's prepare dinner. Is there paneer in the refrigerator?" Anjana maa asked and I was clueless.

I had no idea what all was available in the kitchen. In the past three months, I hadn't stepped out of my room even once. A sudden bout of guilt attacked me. How could I be so careless? Appa was alone here and he cooked all the meals. I should have at least helped.

"Let me check, Anjana Maa." I said and opened the freezer and thankfully paneer was there.

"Great. Let's make roti and paneer butter masala." Anjana maa said and together we prepared the dinner.

"Look who is here.."

As Anjana Maa and I were busy preparing dinner, the familiar voices of Appa and Niranjan Uncle filled the kitchen. I turned around, and my heart skipped a beat as I saw Kriti in her grandfather's arms, her bright eyes scanning the room. A soft, gummy smile graced her lips, melting away any trace of tension in the air.

Anjana Maa's face lit up with joy as she approached Kriti, her arms outstretched.

"Come here, my little angel," she cooed.

I hesitated for a moment, unsure if I should intervene, but before I could second-guess myself, I found myself scooping Kriti into my arms, her warmth enveloping me like a comforting embrace. For a brief moment, she stiffened, her eyes widening in surprise, and I held my breath, fearing she might start crying.

But then, to my utter delight, Kriti's tiny body relaxed, and she nestled closer to me, a contented sigh escaping her lips.

Anjana Maa's eyes widened in amazement, a smile spreading across her face.

"Well, would you look at that? Seems like someone has found her new favourite person." She exclaimed softly with a chuckle, her voice filled with awe.

Appa and Niranjan Uncle exchanged stunned glances, their expressions mirroring my own disbelief.

"Who can blame her? My Vaiga is such a delightful girl. Everyone will love her." Appa said proudly.

Holding Kriti in my arms, I felt a sense of purpose wash over me, a newfound determination.

As we continued with dinner preparations, Kriti remained in my arms, her tiny fingers reaching out to touch my face with a gentle curiosity. Each touch sent a wave of warmth coursing through me, filling me with a sense of belonging I hadn't felt in a long time.

"Looks like you ladies got a little helper," Niranjan Uncle chuckled, his eyes crinkling with amusement as he watched Kriti's antics.

I couldn't help but chuckle, feeling lighter than I had in months.

As I held Kriti close, her eyes wandered around the room, taking in the world with innocent curiosity. With a gentle smile, I brushed a stray lock of hair away from her face, marvelling at how every movement she made seemed to fill the room with joy.

"Hey there, little explorer," I whispered, earning a toothless grin in response. Kriti reached out her tiny hand, her chubby fingers wrapping around mine with surprising strength.

"Are you trying to hold my hand?" I chuckled, feeling a surge of warmth in my heart. Kriti gurgled happily, her eyes sparkling with delight as she squeezed my finger with all her might.

"Well, I am not going anywhere," I assured her, squeezing her hand gently in return. "You have got me right here, Kriti."

"What do you think about coming to Bangalore with us, Vaiga?"

A/n

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