MOMMA BY CHOICE

Chapter 29

So, Lets get started...

Meera stood on the terrace, completely taken aback by Vihan's heartfelt confession and the ring he held out to her. Her heart raced, overwhelmed by the depth of Vihan's emotions and the sincerity in his voice. Tears welled up in her eyes as she looked around at the beautifully decorated terrace, realizing how much thought and love Vihan had poured into this moment.

"M-Meera," Vihan spoke again, his voice quivering slightly with emotion, "Will you join me in this journey of love and commitment, knowing that together, we can build a future that surpasses all our dreams? Will you marry me, Meera?"

Her mind raced as she processed everything he had said. Memories flashed before her eyes—how Vihan had always cared for her, cherished her, and helped her become a mother to Veer with only his support and love. In that moment, she felt a rush of gratitude and love for this man who had become the pillar of her strength.

Unable to speak through her tears, Meera nodded fervently, her heart overflowing with happiness. Vihan's face lit up with a radiant smile as he quickly slipped the ring onto her finger and both giggled, sealing their promise of forever.

She also knelt down to his level and enveloped him in a warm embrace, whispering words of love and reassurance. The terrace was filled with joyous applause and cheers as Vihan and Meera shared their first moment as an engaged couple.

Veer, who had been watching silently, clapped his little hands together and giggled in delight, as if he understood the significance of the moment.

"Meera.. Vihan.. Very very congratulations to both my babies... I pray to Almighty that you both always laugh, smile, and soon give me another chance to become a grandmother," Gayatri said, giggling. Hearing her, Abhimanyu laughed, and Vihan whined, replying, "Maaaaaaaa " Meera's cheeks turned crimson in shyness. 

Abhimanyu wrapped Gayatri in his arms, trying to spare Meera and Vihan from further embarrassment while chuckling. Abhimanyu congratulated Vihan with a manly hug and pecked Meera's hair in affection, then tickled Veer, who was looking on in astonishment, making him squeal loudly.

Later that evening, amidst the twinkling stars and the gentle breeze, the Raichand family celebrated together.

Meera couldn't stop smiling, feeling a sense of completeness she had never known before. Vihan held her hand throughout the evening, his eyes never leaving hers, as they talked about their future plans, dreams, and shared lighthearted banter with the rest of the family.

Vihan cleared his throat after having dinner and dessert with his family, ready to drop a happy bomb on everyone. "Maa... Papaa... Now that Meera has said yes, I want us to have the wedding this Sunday," Vihan announced.

Abhimanyu, Gayatri, and Meera looked at him with wide eyes and jaws dropped, while Veer giggled, watching their expressions and patted Vihan's forearm in appreciation.

Abhimanyu: "Vihan.. I thought you were sensible until now... What are you saying like a child?" Abhimanyu said, teasing."

Gayatri : "Yes, Vihan, it's four days until Sunday, and you want everything ready by then... Beta, it's not that easy to make everything happen so quickly." 

"Maa... Papa... I've already arranged everything. Just say yes and we can start the preparations from tomorrow," Vihan replied confidently."

"Oh, so why are you asking us? If you want to get married this soon, why not just ask your future wife?" Gayatri said playfully, turning to Meera.

Meera looked down shyly, and after continuous nudging from Vihan, she timidly nodded her head in affirmation.

As they retired to their room, freshening up and after feeding their little one and making him asleep.