Unexpectly Yours:The Journey Of An Arranged Marriage

PART 16

{As the sindoor ceremony approached, the air around the mandap grew still, charged with emotion. Kavya's heart raced as she knelt before Abhay, the small silver pot of vermillion powder held delicately in his slightly trembling hand. This was the moment—one she had always imagined, yet never fully understood until now.}

{Abhay carefully lifted the sindoor, his fingers shaking a little as he tried to calm his nerves. He glanced at Kavya, who, though sitting before him with her head bowed, had unshed tears glistening in her eyes. Her heart was full—of love, fear, excitement, and everything in between.}

{As he gently placed the sindoor in the parting of her hair, a small amount of the sacred powder accidentally spilled onto her nose. The moment it happened, Kavya instinctively touched her face, feeling the warm grains of red. A quiet chuckle spread through the crowd, but Kavya didn't care. The tears she had been holding back finally spilled over.}

{Seeing her, Abhay froze, a look of panic crossing his face. He leaned in closer, concerned.}

Abhay (softly, only for her):"Kavya... Are you okay?"

{Kavya nodded, her voice thick with emotion.}

Kavya (whispering):"I'm fine... I don't know why I'm crying."

{Before Abhay could respond, a playful voice cut through the solemn air. It was Rohit, sitting in the front row with his trademark mischievous grin.}

Rohit (teasingly, with a loud laugh):"Arre yaar, look at the sindoor on her nose! You know what that means, right?"

{Hardik chimed in, his voice full of mock seriousness.}

Hardik:"Yeah, yeah, that means Abhay loves her A LOT! Isn't that what they say when the sindoor falls on the nose?"

{Kavya, embarrassed but touched, tried to wipe the sindoor off, but the team wouldn't let her.}

Virat (grinning widely):"Don't you dare wipe it off, Kavya! This is proof that Abhay's head-over-heels for you. Look at him—he's practically blushing!"

{Abhay did, in fact, turn a slight shade of pink, his awkwardness and shyness betrayed by the wide smiles around him. The entire team erupted into laughter, cheering and teasing}.

Yuzi (joining in, with a smirk):"Bhai, the sindoor on the nose means she'll have full control over you, Abhay! You're officially whipped!"

Shreyas:"Bach gaye, Abhay! Now there's no running away. Sindoor on the nose—it's a cosmic sign."

{Kavya, now wiping her eyes, couldn't help but laugh along with them, her tears of emotion mixing with joy. She looked at Abhay, who was grinning sheepishly.}

Kavya (teasing him through her tears):"I guess I have proof now, huh?"

Abhay (laughing softly, his eyes warm):"As if you needed any."

{Just as the laughter began to die down, Jadeja decided to add his two cents, unable to resist the opportunity.}

Jadeja (grinning):"Listen, Kavya, Abhay may be all shy right now, but with that sindoor on your nose, he'll have to listen to you from now on. You've got him wrapped around your finger."

{The wives of the cricketers, seated nearby, couldn't stop giggling. Ritika, Rohit's wife, leaned over to Kavya with a knowing smile.}

Ritika:"Enjoy it, Kavya. Abhay's in for a lifetime of being teased, especially with this lot around."

{Even Vamika, Virat's daughter, who was too young to understand what was happening, pointed at Kavya and said in her innocent voice, "Red on your nose!" causing another round of laughter.}

{Then came the moment for the mangalsutra. Abhay was handed the delicate black and gold beaded necklace, his fingers fumbling for a moment as he clasped it behind Kavya's neck. The ritual, though simple in action, carried a profound meaning. Kavya's tears flowed even more freely now, though a smile tugged at her lips.}

Hardik (mock whispering to Rahul):"Look at them... So emotional. It's like watching a Bollywood movie live!"

Rahul:"All jokes aside, they make a beautiful couple. Perfect match."

Virat (nodding):"True that. Abhay, you're a lucky man. Take care of her, okay?"

{Abhay smiled softly, his eyes meeting Kavya's once more. The teasing, the jokes—all of it fell away as they exchanged a look that spoke volumes. In that moment, everything seemed to slow down. The laughter, the rituals, the world outside—it all faded as they stood at the threshold of their new life together.}

{As the ceremony wrapped up, Kavya's family couldn't resist their own little teasing.}

Kavya's Aunt (winking at Kavya):"Abhay loves you so much, beta. You're going to have a wonderful life ahead, especially if this sindoor is any sign."

{Kavya blushed once again, this time more from the affection and warmth around her than from the teasing. The air was thick with emotion, love, and a sense of unity that only family—whether by blood or by bond—can create.}

{As the priest chanted the final blessings, the entire team stood up, cheering and clapping, much to the surprise of the elder relatives.}

Rohit (grinning, raising a toast with an imaginary glass):"To Kavya and Abhay—may your life together be filled with as much love as this sindoor on your nose!"

{The entire mandap burst into laughter and applause, sealing the moment as one filled with joy, love, and endless memories.}

{With the Sindoor and Mangalsutra ceremonies complete, the sense of relief and joy was palpable among the guests. The team members, including Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and their families, gathered around Kavya and Abhay. The camaraderie and warmth from the team were evident as they showered the newlyweds with their blessings.

Rohit (smiling broadly, pulling Abhay into a hug):
"Welcome to the family, Abhay! You've handled everything like a champ today."

Abhay (looking relieved and happy):
"Thanks, Rohit bhai. It means a lot to have your support."

Virat (embracing Kavya, his voice full of warmth):
"I'm so glad for both of you. May your life be filled with all the happiness you deserve."

Kavya (smiling through her tears):
"Thank you, Virat bhai. I couldn't have asked for a better family."

{The atmosphere was filled with laughter and genuine affection. The team's support added a personal touch to the formal celebrations, making the newlyweds feel truly welcome and cherished.}

{The formal rituals paved the way for a grand photo session. The newlyweds, dressed in their wedding attire, posed for a series of photographs. The team members, dressed elegantly for the occasion, joined in, capturing the essence of the joyous celebration.

Ritika (Rohit's wife, adjusting Kavya's dupatta):
"Let's make sure we get some beautiful pictures of you both!"

Devisha (Suryakumar Yadav's wife, smiling at Abhay):
"Everyone's going to love these photos. You two look perfect!"

{Children ran around playfully, their laughter adding to the vibrant atmosphere. The blend of traditional outfits and modern smiles created stunning photographs that would be cherished for years to come.}

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