Abhimaan: Life of Love

Part 4

Present

Armaan and Abhira entered their office. They had lot of work to be completed before they head for their vacations. Both had back to back hearing in the next couple of days with all sorts of cases ranging from high profile to pro bon. With work and responsibilities lingering over their head they were immersed completely in work that they lost track of time. It was a call from someone which brought them out of their work and they realized its past lunch time. both decided to take a break from work and have their lunch.

Armaan is grown extremely possessive of Abhira and her health in these years. He even didn't let her fast for any of the occasions like Teej , Gangaur which irritated Abhira but she too loved this side of her Khadusmaan where she is his priority. Both settled down for lunch.Abhira being herself she showed so much of tantrums "Khadusmaan I can't eat these much of vegetables lets order noodles with ice cream".To add her point she showed her puppy eyes hoping him to melt. Armaan we will order it from your favorite restaurant and lets wrap our work before the food arrives. But Armaan now has become stubborn to not give in to her demands with things like her food and safety. So he chided her saying "Hulk ki mameri behen you are not that anymore u have eat all these to gain that status back so stop your acting and eat" With that he forcefully fed her.

With lots of love and little bickering they completed their lunch and headed to their work. It was around 9 PM they decided to call for the day. As they noticed two juniors whom they hired 6 months back have also left the office. Both were very tired and were heading back home hoping to fresh up up have their dinner and sleep. While on the way Abhira exclaimed " We are very lucky that Ria makes our lunch and dinner. She is a great cook na khadusmaan. Glad that we got her if not its not possible to eat my burnt food always she told with a smile.Armaan agreed indeed Ria is a nice woman who has a passion for cooking.

Once entered they were welcomed by a fresh aroma of food which Ria had prepared for them. Both freshened up and sat down for dinner. Asususal Abhira showed tantrums within few spoons and Armaan fed her with lots of love. It was when they were settling down to sleep they got a video call from Naksh and Keerthi. Yes They met Naksh and Keerthi when they were leaving from Udaipur. Naksh and Keerthi were on the same flight as Abhira and Armaan. when they were waiting at the airport Naksh found Abhira talking and showing cute expressions on the whole stealing everyone's attention to her though she was talking to Armaan. Naksh felt ounce of affection for the little girl who seemed to be the age of his great granddaughter. He also found so much similarities between his sister Naira and this little girl. With utmost pull Naksh and Keerthi went and greeted the young couple. Armaan and abhira though startled by the elderly couple suddenly invading their space it was very instant for Abhira to attach and indulge in a conversation with them. Abhira felt a magnetic pull towards the elderly couple and vice versa. She felt this owness with very few people in her life. she was an extrovert but the feeling of family was felt with only few people in her life. To be precise it could be numbered Her Mumma, Manish Goenka Armaan and now this couple.

Naksh and Keerthi were also enthrilled to have a conversation and get mingle with this sweet little girl who gave them more of Naira vibes. The entire flight Abhira was sharing her story how she met Armaan and how they fell in Love and on and on but she didn't disclose the complexities she faces and their family. Armaan was happy that Abhira is enjoying their company he also knew that she always craved for family and love of elders which she was deprived of in childhood though Akshara Maa showered with all love she did crave for family. He was happy that even its for minutes or hours she is receiving those moments with this couple. When they were about to land Naksh wished to continue this relationship so "Abhira and Armaan my son is staying here in Mumbai we were in US for a long time. Now we are back to stay with our family. What are your plans for accommodation??Armaan he did spoke to broker for an apartment to be taken on Rent. But since the notice was on short he couldn't find one suitable for them yet. So Armaan has booked a hotel for a couple of days until they fin d an apartment to stay. But Naksh and Keerthi rejected the idea of them staying in hotel and invited them to stay with them. Armaan and Abhira turned down the offer immediately stating that "No problem uncle we will manage You do t have to worry we will find a place soon and will visit you for sure" But Naksh didn't budge and he gave an ultimatum that if they respected him they will accept his offer. With no other way around Armaan and Abhira agreed hoping they shall find a home soon and not disturb them too much.

They reached Singhanaia sadan in Mumbai where they were warmly welcomed by Krish Naksh's Son Riddhima, Naksh's Daughter-In-Law and their kids Anaya and Kabir. For Abhira and Armaan who were terribly missing their family felt very soothing being around a family. Though they didn't let each other know about their distress they did miss their family. Anaya and Kabir reminded Armaan of his cousins. Naksh introduced Kabir and Armaan both are lawyers and they immediately formed a bond. Likewise Anaya and Abhira also got well with each other like they had known each other for years.

Keerthi suggested them to freshen up and join them for lunch. Kabir showed them their room and told them they will be waiting. Khadusmaan I don't know why i feel like this but I feel like I know them for years I have a deeper relation with them. I just feel so safe and content when Naksh Uncle kept his hand over my head. I'm so overwhelmed with their love. Why I'm feeling like this??Is it right or wrong I'm confused Armaan. Though Armaan noticed all those which Abhira mentioned , in order to calm her down he spoke Its nothing like wrong Abhira don't get confused they were so warm to us which didn't happen with us for a long time so when someone showed their unconditional love it is natural for you to be overwhelmed. So just Chill and asked her freshen up fast which she obliged and after her he went to freshen up. Both came down to the dining area where the Singhania family was waiting for them. The lunch was a splendous affair and they enjoyed as one big family.

Later Anaya took around Abhira to show the house and spend some time as girls. Anaya took her to her room and started showing old albums and were sharing stories about them. When Anaya opened an Album it was like the ground under feet has been pulled off. Because it was a Picture of Naira with Baby Akshu in her hands. Abhira very well remembered this Pic from her mothers things which her mother usually looks and cries her heart out. Akshara has never told her anything about her family other than her Papa. But she has seen Akshara with this pic many times she didn't ask her mumma owing that might trouble her. Now She was curious to know how this picture is with Singhania's she wanted to know everything so hiding her emotions Abhira asked Anaya who is the beautiful lady in the pic? Anaya replied it was her Dad's Bua along with her daughter Akshu. Also she told that Naira died when Akshu was 1 year and Akshu and brother Kairav was raised by their paternal grandparents. Her Dadu loved his sister a lot and would go to any lengths to protect her. But it was very unfortunate that his sister had to die in a very young age. After that his Dadu did try to bring his sister's kids under his wings and raise but it wasn't possible back then. Then Abhira asked do they know where Akshu and Kairav lived for which Anaya replied Kairav was in US and they had contact with for a decade now but they are still searching Akshu Bua. Why? was all Abhira could ask then Anaya told I don't know the entire story but Dadu and Dadi said their paternal grandparents ousted Akshu from their house when she was pregnant and her husband had passed away just few days before. They also say that its been 23 years now and still they couldn't find their Naira's last memory. She also told that They have shifted from US to India few days back to search for their granddaughter and rectify their mistake by showering lots of love on her and her children.

Abhira was numb with the revelations. She couldn't process anything now it was like torrand had hit her hard making her unable to breath. She was disgusted with her mother's grandparents. How could they oust their own daughter from the house that too when she was pregnant and she had nobody to go. She wanted to know like what pathetic could have happened that her mother was ousted. She hurried down to Confront Mr.Naksh Singhania.