♡ 𝙵𝚁𝙾𝙼 𝙷𝙴𝚁𝙴 𝚃𝙾 𝙴𝚃𝙴𝚁𝙽𝙸𝚃𝚈 ♡

Forty (part 2) ♡

'From Here to Eternity' has finally reached its conclusion, and it feels like a dream to stand here and say those words. This journey began with a simple idea, that grew into a story close to our heart. We poured our thoughts, emotions into every word. There were moments we felt overwhelmed, unsure if we could finish. But with every doubt, there was hope, and with every struggle, there was a reason to keep going. To all the characters who came alive , thank you for letting me borrow your lives for a while. You taught me to believe in love, family, and the power of never giving up.

We want to thank everyone who supported me, encouraged me, and believed in this story even when we found it hard to believe in ourselves. You made us feel like we were not alone.

Thank you from the bottom of my heart for being a part of this journey

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After a long and eventful day, everyone returned to Mumbai, where a grand reception awaited the newlyweds. The celebration was filled with laughter, joy, and the warm blessings of family and friends. But as the night wound down, it was time for the couple to step into their new life together.

Ishana, still flushed from all the attention, entered the room with her friends. The space was adorned with delicate flowers and softly glowing candles, casting a romantic ambiance that mirrored her own feelings. The sight of the beautifully decorated room brought a shy blush to her cheeks, making her friends giggle and tease her mercilessly. She wore a stunning red saree, her makeup perfectly done, every detail reflecting the care she had taken to prepare for this moment.

As her friends left, closing the door behind them with knowing smiles, Ishana found herself alone in the room, her heart beating faster with anticipation. To distract herself, she started taking selfies, capturing the beauty of the room and her bridal look. She was immersed in adjusting her pallu for the perfect shot when the door creaked open.

Abhiman entered, pausing in the doorway as he took in the sight of his bride, so focused and radiant, yet so adorably nervous. He couldn’t help but chuckle softly. The sound made Ishana turn, her eyes widening slightly as she quickly stood up, fumbling with her saree pallu, her earlier confidence suddenly giving way to nerves.

Abhiman smiled warmly as he walked towards her, his presence calm and reassuring. He gently took her hand in his, and she swallowed hard, her heart racing. With a tender squeeze, he guided her to sit beside him on the bed. The warmth of his touch sent a shiver down her spine, her emotions a whirlwind of excitement and anxiety.

He cupped her cheek, his thumb brushing gently against her skin. Ishana’s eyes were fixed on the floor, too nervous to meet his gaze. Abhiman studied her for a few moments, his heart swelling with affection as he noticed the small details—the delicate sindoor in her hairline, the soft flutter of her lashes, the way she clutched the bedsheet in her hands.

His eyes softened as they traced the line of her sindoor, a symbol of their union, and with a surge of emotion, he leaned in to press a soft kiss to her forehead. Ishana closed her eyes at the gentle touch, her grip on the bedsheet tightening as she tried to steady herself.

"Relax," Abhiman whispered, his voice soothing and filled with love. "We won't do anything until you're comfortable."

His words made her look up, meeting his eyes for the first time since he entered the room. The sincerity and care in his gaze melted away some of her nervousness.

He kissed her cheek lightly, the gesture filled with affection rather than desire. "So jate hain," he suggested, standing up. "You must be tired."

But before he could step away, Ishana grabbed his wrist, her boldness surprising even herself. Her mind raced with the thought of all the effort she had put into getting ready for him, how she had imagined this night to be special.