Ajeeb Dastan Hai Yeh (Completed)

Chapter 94 Mehendi Ceremony

The theme of the house had shifted once more, transforming into a verdant sea of green in preparation for the Mehendi function. The walls were adorned with lush drapes and intricate floral arrangements, casting a serene yet festive ambiance throughout the home. Downstairs, the soft glow of fairy lights intertwined with vibrant greenery created a picturesque setting, resonating with the joyous anticipation of the upcoming wedding.

Meanwhile, upstairs in the midst of this kaleidoscope of preparations, Manvi stood by the window in her elegantly adorned attire. Her reflection in the mirror revealed a woman with a delicate smile masking the turmoil within. She adjusted the shimmering jewelry that adorned her neck and ears, each piece a testament to the upcoming union with Aarav, a man she loved deeply.

Yet, beneath the surface, her heart weighed heavy with concern. Tomorrow was to mark the culmination of their love, but it also highlighted the fractures in their newfound family. Khushi, Aarav's daughter, remained a distant figure in her heart a wound that hadn't healed despite Manvi's efforts to bridge the gap.

As she delicately pinned a strand of hair, her phone vibrated softly on the vanity. She reached for it, her fingers trembling slightly as she noted the familiar name on the screen: Maya. The mere sight of it sent a shiver down her spine, a reminder of the tumultuous past that threatened to disrupt their future happiness.

With hesitant fingers, she unlocked the phone and read the message. Maya's words were like shards of glass, cutting through the fragile peace Manvi had tried so hard to maintain. "Sautan banogi meri toh Khushi Aarav ko hamesha ke liye kho dega. Ab bhi waqt hai wapas hatt jao," the message taunted, its venomous intent palpable even in the written words.

Manvi's breath caught in her throat. The accusation struck at her deepest fears of losing not just Aarav's love, but also his daughter's fragile trust. She closed her eyes briefly, trying to steady herself against the storm of emotions swirling within.

The room around her seemed to fade into the background as memories of the past surged forward. Maya, with her manipulative ways and relentless pursuit of control, had been a shadow that loomed over their lives for too long. Her presence now, even in a simple text message, threatened to unravel the fragile threads of happiness Manvi had painstakingly woven.

Gathering her resolve, Manvi's eyes flickered open, steeling herself against Maya's insidious attempts to sow discord. She knew she couldn't falter now, not when they were on the brink of a new beginning. With a deep breath, she composed herself and typed a response, her fingers moving with determined purpose.

"Maya, rok sakti ho toh rok ke dikhao yeh shaadi. Jaise maine kaha tha, Aaravji mujhe bhi payenge aur apni beti bhi nahi khoyenge," she replied, her words a quiet declaration of defiance and unwavering faith in the love she shared with Aarav.

Setting the phone aside, she glanced once more at her reflection in the mirror. Her resolve hardened as she reaffirmed her commitment to their future together. Whatever challenges lay ahead, she would face them with courage and determination, for tomorrow promised not just a wedding, but the beginning of a new chapter filled with hope, love, and the promise of overcoming all obstacles, including the shadow of Maya's lingering influence.

Meanwhile, in Maya's opulent yet eerily quiet residence, a flicker of anger danced in her eyes as she read Manvi's defiant text message once more. The room was dimly lit, adorned with extravagant furnishings that spoke of wealth and power, yet the atmosphere crackled with tension.

Her gaze shifted to the large screen mounted on the wall before her, displaying the live feed from the hidden camera strategically placed in Aarav's house. Maya had meticulously orchestrated this surveillance, a tool to monitor every move and interaction within Aarav's home, particularly those involving Khushi and Manvi.