BE MINE

Through The Blinds

Gut feelings are guardian Angel

Neil had planned to get something for Tina if he wanted to attempt to make things work, but when he got there, he had no idea Avni would be there.

He knew it won't be easy to easily forget but small steps with a positive mind while keeping his family and Tina in the frame he managed to stay away from Avni. Even though it was challenging in one place, he felt like She was staring at him when he gave Tina the gift, but then he made himself believe that she wouldn't. Because things are very clear from her side, and they will soon become pretty clear from his. As long as he works on it.

He opened the window and allowed the cold breeze to hit his face. He was relieved that he was able to distract his mind with Bebe's giving him a nice head massage while spending time with her after returning from Tina's house, and not to mention Shweta's attempt to make him appear fresh with her homemade mask, which he thankfully was able to avoid.

He had to prepare himself for the engagement and keep his head clear, and while doing so, he fell asleep unknowingly.

Around 5 p.m., Shweta entered Neil's room and saw him asleep on the couch. She walked towards him and touched his head.

Shweta: Tillu, Tillu. Wake up beta. You need to freshen up. She said few times until Neil sat up while rubbing his eyes

Neil: What happened mom ? He said yawning a little.

Shweta: Tillu. You don't want to be late for your engagement, so come on, freshen up. She said with a wide smile on her face.

He completely forgot about his engagement till Shweta mentioned it.

Shweta sat down next to him on the couch when Neil looked at her. She gave a loving smile to him as she brushed his hair away from his forehead.

Neil: What happened, Mom? Shweta looked back at Neil, taking his hand in her own.

Shweta: I can't believe you'll be getting engaged beta. Now that the time is nearing, I never dreamed that after returning to India, we would be planning your wedding. Neil, Tina is a modern girl, yet she was raised in India. She genuinely respects and loves you and all of us. As you begin this new journey, I hope you both support each other as you take each step together. Understanding and respect is the foundations of love along with being there for each other. Tina has been raised with a lot of love, whether it was from her father or the Metha family. We need to make her feel like she's with her own family. Simply stay happy and keep her happy. Hmm. She said capping his cheek with her other hand.

Neil watched Shweta speak. He could see her eyes tear up as she shared her thoughts. He smiled at her, holding back his tears, lifting her hand and kissing it lightly.

Neil: I won't let you down Mom. His throat felling itchy due to the pain he was holding back.

Shweta: I know you won't, so come on, freshen yourself, and look your best, she commented before leaving the room.

Neil got up and went into the bathroom to freshen up.

15 minutes later, he wrapped his bathrobe around him. He walked out of the washroom and proceeded towards the wardrobe.
Opening it, he shifted a few hung items and was going to remove his sherwani, which got tangled on another hanger by accident. After detaching both pieces, he was ready to replace his shirt when he came to a halt.
Pulling the shirt out again, he held it up to his nose and inhaled it.

Neil: This perfume smells? I believe I have smelt this before, it's a girl's perfume, but how did the fragrance come on this shirt? Looking at the shirt, he remembered wearing it when he went to the club and drank When he went to freshen up that day, he must have accidentally put it back in the wardrobe once Shweta was done talking his measurements yesterday.