Unexpectly Yours:The Journey Of An Arranged Marriage

PART 13

{The venue for the sangeet was a dreamland of lights, colors, and laughter. The large outdoor space had been transformed into a glamorous setting, draped with golden and red fabric, hanging lanterns, and thousands of fairy lights that shimmered against the night sky. The air was warm, filled with the fragrance of fresh marigold garlands and the distant hum of upbeat music. Kavya and Abhay's families, along with their extended cricket family, had gathered for what promised to be an unforgettable night of celebration before the big day.}

{The sangeet had already started buzzing with excitement when Kavya and Abhay made their entrance. Kavya, looking ethereal in a green and gold lehenga, walked in gracefully, her hand lightly clutching Abhay's arm. He, too, was a picture of calm, dressed in a deep navy sherwani with intricate embroidery. Though both were still navigating their nerves, the warmth and enthusiasm in the air helped ease their jitters.}

{As they entered, the spotlight found them, and the crowd erupted in applause and cheers.}

Ritika (whistling and shouting):
"There they are! The bride and groom, looking like royalty!"

Virat (grinning, nudging Abhay):
"Enjoy this attention now, man. It's going to get a lot crazier from here!"

Kavya (nervously chuckling):
"Crazier than this? Hard to imagine."

{Abhay smiled down at her, his own nervousness evident, but for the first time that evening, they shared a small moment of comfort together. As they made their way through the crowd, their teammates and family surrounded them, giving them tight hugs, cheeky grins, and endless teasing.}

The sangeet officially kicked off with an enthusiastic announcement from Yuzvendra Chahal, who had taken over the role of emcee for the night, much to everyone's delight.

Yuzi (taking the mic with a dramatic flair):
"Ladies and gentlemen, it's time for some serious entertainment. The groom might be nervous, but we're here to loosen things up. Get ready for a performance by none other than the real stars—us!"

{The crowd roared in laughter, knowing exactly what to expect from the team. Rohit, Virat, Hardik, Shreyas, Rahul, and Jadeja took the stage, all dressed in matching kurtas, looking more like a mischievous squad than professional cricketers. The music shifted to a mix of Bollywood hits, and the team launched into an energetic, semi-choreographed routine. They performed with enthusiasm, though with more zeal than precision, which made it even more entertaining.}

Rohit (missing a step and laughing):
"Whoops! I'm blaming Yuzi for this one!"

Virat (grinning and continuing to dance):
"Yeah, yeah, blame the guy who didn't even rehearse!"

{The crowd was in splits, enjoying the team's banter just as much as their performance. The wives and kids cheered the loudest, clapping along to the beats.}

{After the team's hilarious act, it was time for the families to step in. Abhay's sister, Komal, took charge, leading a sweet, choreographed number with some of their cousins. The music was upbeat, and the family's playful interactions on stage brought smiles to everyone's faces. Kavya's family soon followed with a more traditional dance, but with equal enthusiasm.}

{As the performances came to an end, everyone started chanting for Kavya and Abhay to take the stage.}

Komal (smirking at Abhay from the stage):
"Come on, Bhai! You can't escape this one!"

Kavya (laughing nervously):
"Uh-oh, I have a bad feeling about this..."

Abhay (grinning and offering his hand):
"Shall we? I promise I'll only step on your lehenga once."