𝐋𝐎𝐕𝐄 𝐒𝐓𝐎𝐑𝐘 - ishan kishan ✓

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December 31, 2022

As the sun streamed through the curtains, casting a warm glow into the room, Virat and Anushka were bustling about, each absorbed in their own preparations for the day ahead. Anushka, with her infectious energy, moved gracefully around the room, her eyes sparkling with excitement as she contemplated her outfit choices.

"Virat, do you think this dress is too much for the occasion?" Anushka asked, holding up a flowing, elegant gown adorned with intricate embroidery.

Virat turned from where he was adjusting his cufflinks, his gaze softening as it fell upon his wife. "Nothing is ever too much for you, my love," he replied with a charming smile. "You'll look stunning in anything you wear."

Anushka couldn't help but blush at his compliment, feeling a surge of warmth spread through her at his words. "You always know just what to say," she said, her voice filled with affection as she returned his smile.

Meanwhile, Veera sat perched on the edge of the bed, her attention divided between her phone and the task of getting ready. Lost in the endless scroll of notifications, she barely noticed the passage of time until Anushka's gentle voice broke through her reverie.

"Veera, darling, shouldn't you be getting ready?" Anushka's voice was filled with warmth and concern as she glanced over at her sister-in-law.

Startled out of her trance, Veera looked up, her cheeks flushing with embarrassment. "Oh, right. I'll just... give me a minute," she mumbled, hastily setting her phone aside and making a feeble attempt to gather her things.

But before she could fully focus on the task at hand, she felt a small tug on her pants. Looking down, she found her niece Vamika gazing up at her with wide, innocent eyes, her tiny hand grasping the fabric of Veera's pants.

"Come on, Veera aunty, let's go get ready!" Vamika's voice was filled with infectious excitement as she tugged on Veera's pants again, urging her to move.

Veera couldn't help but smile at the adorable sight of her niece, her heart melting at the earnestness in Vamika's expression. "Alright, little one, you win," she chuckled, scooping Vamika up into her arms and showering her with affectionate kisses.

Veera grinned to herself as she slid into her outfit for the New Year's celebration—a sleek black glittery mini skirt paired with a full-sleeved crop top that accentuated her curves. 

Her fingers hovered over the mascara wand as her phone rang, her heart skipping a beat at the sight of Ishan's name flashing on the screen. With a quick swipe, she accepted the call, her lips curling into a smile as she brought the phone to her ear.

"Hey, handsome," Veera greeted, her voice warm with affection as she continued to apply her mascara with practiced precision.

"Hey there, gorgeous," Ishan's smooth voice came through the line, carrying with it a hint of playful flirtation that never failed to make Veera's pulse quicken.

Veera chuckled softly, feeling a blush creeping into her cheeks at his words. "You're in a particularly charming mood today, aren't you?"

Ishan chuckled in response, the sound sending a shiver down Veera's spine. "Can you blame me? I can't help but be enchanted by the mere thought of you," he replied, his tone laced with