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Chapter 8: Mehendi

Later that day

It was Saanvi’s Mehendi ceremony. The resort was abuzz with excitement and laughter, as guests moved about, getting ready for the festivities.

The air was filled with the aroma of henna and the sounds of cheerful chatter.

Meera, however, sat in her room, staring at her phone. Her father’s ultimatum played on repeat in her mind: she could continue her career if she agreed to the arranged marriage he had set up.

Her heart ached at the thought. She had worked so hard to get where she was, yet her parents’ approval always seemed just out of reach.

A knock on the door snapped her out of her thoughts. It was Sana, Saanvi’s sister. "Meera, jaldi karo! Sab wait kar rahe hain tumhara."

Meera forced a smile. "Coming, Sana. Just give me a minute."

Sana gave her a knowing look. "Kuch hua hai kya? Tum aaj kal bahut lost lag rahi ho."

Meera shook her head. "Nothing. Bas thoda stress hai."

Sana frowned but didn’t press further. "Okay, par jaldi karo. Mehendi shuru hone wali hai."

As Sana left, Meera took a deep breath and stood up. She couldn’t let her personal issues ruin Saanvi’s special day.

She quickly got dressed in a vibrant outfit, making sure not to out shine the bride.

Her outfit:

The Mehendi ceremony was in full swing when Meera arrived. The garden was beautifully decorated with marigold garlands and fairy lights.

Women sat in groups, getting intricate henna designs applied on their hands. Laughter and music filled the air.

Meera spotted Saanvi, who looked radiant in her outfit, surrounded by friends and family. She made her way over, trying to push her worries aside.

"Meera! Finally, tum aayi," Saanvi exclaimed, pulling her into a hug.

"Sorry, thoda late ho gaya," Meera replied, smiling.

Sidharth, who was standing nearby, caught her eye and smirked. "Dekho kaun aaya hai. Miss Busy finally found time for us."

Meera rolled her eyes. "Bohot mazak sujh raha hai na tumhe?"

Sidharth chuckled. "Arre, mazak nahi. Bas its good to see you"

Before Meera could retort, Saanvi pulled her towards a group of women applying henna. "Meera, jaldi se mehendi lagwa lo. It’s supposed to be lucky for bridesmaids too."

As Meera sat down and extended her hand, she felt Sidharth’s gaze on her. She tried to ignore it, focusing on the intricate design being drawn on her palm.

"Waise, tumhare mehendi ka color kitna gehra hoga?" Sidharth asked, leaning closer.

Meera raised an eyebrow. "Tumhe kya?"

Sidharth grinned. "Aise hi. Sunte hain, jitna gehra color, utna zyada pyaar."

Meera’s heart skipped a beat. She looked away, trying to hide her blush. "Aap bas chup raho." He noticed how she had started calling him aap and tum both.

Sidharth laughed softly and moved away, leaving Meera feeling a mix of annoyance and something she couldn’t quite place.

The ceremony continued with dancing and singing. Meera found herself relaxing a bit, caught up in the joyful atmosphere.

She laughed with friends, admired the beautiful henna designs, and even joined in a few dances.

At one point, Sidharth approached her with a plate of snacks. "Here, tumhe bhookh lagi hogi."

"wow suddenly caring" Meera looked at the plate reluctantly. "I always was! you just never noticed" He pouted. Before she could say anything,  he put a small nugget in her mouth.

As much as she was reluctant,  she was extremely hungry. She melted as soon as she got food. "Thanks."she mumbled her mouth filled completely with food.

Sidharth chuckled at her mood swings. "Cute" he thought and helped her with the food.

He now sat down next to her, his usual teasing demeanor replaced with a rare seriousness. "Aap theek hai, Meera? You look quiet since yesterday."

Meera glanced at him, surprised by his concern. "I’m fine. Bas thoda stress hai."

Sidharth studied her for a moment. "Agar tumhe kabhi baat karni ho, you can talk with me?"

Meera nodded, her heart softening a bit. "Thanks, Sidharth."

He smiled, and for a moment, the tension between them seemed to melt away.

As the evening progressed, Meera found herself enjoying the ceremony despite her internal turmoil.

She danced with Saanvi and Sana, laughed at Rohan and Saanvi's playful banter, and even exchanged a few more teasing remarks with Sidharth.

Later in the evening, Meera was adjusting her blouse when Sidharth suddenly back hugged her.

"HUHH?"

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