"Time and Tide waits for none!"
Isha was busy getting ready for her first day of college, and she was thrilled to have her love of life, Shantanu, by her side. After transferring to Ramtek, Shantanu had been offered a college flat, but Isha insisted he stay with her instead.
As she packed her bag, Shantanu sneaked up behind her and wrapped his arms around her in a warm back hug. Isha had grown accustomed to his spontaneous gestures and couldn't help but smile. Feeling his gentle squeeze, she asked,
— Ready?
— Humm!
— Kya hua?
— Kuch nahi. Baas, College mein main rahunga to tumhe koi problem to nahi hogi?
Isha flipped and looked towards him. She asked,
— Matlab?
— Tumhare baare mein koi kuch nahi bolega na? Dekho, agar tumhe problem ho to...
Shantanu's words were silenced as Isha's lips met his in a tender kiss. As she pulled away, she cradled his face in her hands and gazed into his eyes, her expression filled with affection. She said,
— Tum agar mere aaspaas rahoge to main safe feel karungi. Koi kuch nahi bolega. Main itni bhi weak nahi hu ki khud ko protect na kar pau, khudke liye stand na le pau. Or agar main kamzoor ho gayi to tum rahoge na mere liye!
He smiled and replied,
— Hamesha!
The peacefulness of their smiles was a clear indication that they found their greatest joy in each other's company.
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Ishaan was practising how to propose Savi.
— I love you! Nahi, umm... Savi, I want to say that I love you... Nahi! Aise nahi Ishaan. I love you bolna hai use, formal letter nahi likhna hai. Tu kya kar raha hai! I love you bolna hai tujhe!
— Kise I love you bolna hai Ishu?
As Isha's voice echoed through the room, Ishaan turned towards the door to find Isha and Shantanu standing there with surprised expressions. Realizing they had overheard, Ishaan's face fell. Isha quickly approached him and playfully pulled his ear, prompting him to say...
— Amm... Mammmm, Ma... Main batane hi wala tha apko, areh aap kaan choro na plzz. Laag rhaa hai!
— Nahi chorungi. Mere bacche ko pyaar ho gaya or mujhe pata bhi nahi. Kya hai yea saab Ishaan!
— Aap Ishaan matt bolo. Ishu hi accha lagta hai!
— Nahi bolungi Ishu... Tune bataya mujhe apne dil ki baat?
— Areh... Aap pehele mera kaan choro, plzz na.
Shantanu was enjoying this duo's love. Now, he said,
— Umm... Isha, use bolne do kya bolna chahata hai.
Isha let go of Ishaan's ear, but her expression remained stern. Ishaan realized he had angered and hurt his mam. To make amends, he went to her, covered his ears with his hands, and flashed a sweet, remorseful smile.
— Sorry mam. Actually, itna kuch ho gaya beech mein ki main bata hi nahi paaya. Maine khud hi samajhne mein time laga diya! I am sorry. Gussa na karo plzz...
Isha wanted to stay angry but his cute face made her smile. Ishaan also smiled and hugged her. Shantanu now asked,
— Abb ladki ka naam batayoge Ishaan?
Ishaan broke the hug and said,
— Ha ha, woh ladki hai...
Isha suddenly said,
— Savi!
Ishaan and Shantanu with surprised faces looked towards her. Isha smiled and said,
— Savi na?
Ishaan nodded his head. Shantanu asked,
— Tumhe kaise pata?
Isha laughed looking their face and said,
— Apne bacche ki dil uski aai padh sakti hai samjhe!
Shantanu smiled and nodded in approval. Ishaan wrapped his arm around Isha in a warm side hug, feeling grateful. He was living his dream, surrounded by the people he loved, and he knew he wanted nothing more than to cherish this moment forever.
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To be continued...
Pardon the mistakes... I know its boring but the new track is starting so...
With love,
Author ❤️
