His to Love. (COMPLETED)

Chapter- 37

AUTHOR'S NOTE -

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2 years leap.

Shivaay's POV ~

Maa's voice cut through the lazy afternoon air as we sat together in the living room. "Shivaay, now that Mythili has finally finished her MBA and is officially joining your office as an employee next week—and with your two-year anniversary coming up—shouldn't you have started planning a party two weeks ago?" There was that familiar teasing edge to her voice, but beneath it, I knew she meant every word.

I shifted in my seat, my thoughts wandering, thinking about Mythili. She was on her graduation trip to Lakshadweep with on her graduation trip to Lakshadweep with Amrita, Hritik, Viraj and was supposed to be back tomorrow and as much as I wanted her to have all the fun, all I needed was her to be back in my arms.

"Maa, please look at who you're talking to. Shivaay bhai and party planning? Not his strongest skill," Anamika chimed in with a teasing smirk. "Leave that to Nupur and me."

I glanced at Anamika. Even if it came with a jab, it was better than more party-planning pressure.

"Mythili isn't big on parties, and neither am I. We'll go out for dinner, maybe grab some ice cream afterward. That's her idea of celebrating, and you all know that." I said this firmly, glancing at all of them, hoping that would settle the matter.

"Shivaay," she began, her eyes softening, "this is a big moment for Mythili. She's worked hard, and she deserves to celebrate. Plus, it's a chance to celebrate the two of you as well. A small gathering wouldn't hurt."

Nupur nodded enthusiastically. "Maa's right. It doesn't have to be extravagant, but a little gathering with close friends and family would be lovely. It's a chance to show Mythili how proud we are of her accomplishments."

Anamika joined in with a grin. "And think of it this way, it'll make for some great memories. A little effort now will mean a lot later."

Their combined enthusiasm made it hard to resist. I sighed, realizing they had a point. "Alright, alright. I'll give in. But let's keep it simple—just a few close friends and family, and nothing too elaborate."