Frames of Destiny

Chapter 24

Sidharth and Shehnaaz are ready to visit a renowned wedding designer. Sidharth's manager, Madhu, has arranged a special appointment for the couple. Shehnaaz's cousin Shruti, her brother Shehbaaz and Samaira are also accompanying them.

As the car moves along the road, the inside of it is filled with chatter and excitement while the security car follows them at a distance. Sidharth is driving, keeping his eyes on the road and joins  the conversation actively as well. Shehnaaz, on the other hand, sits beside him and smiles envisioning her big day!

"Daddy!" Samaira calls out from the back seat with her little voice full of excitement..!

"Are we going to order a princess dress for me too?"

Sidharth smiles looking at her in the rearview mirror..."Of course beta! What color do you want?!"

"White and with lots of sparkles!"..Samaira says happily..

Shehnaaz turns around in her seat, looking at Samaira with an adorable smile..."We will order the most amazing white dress for you Puttu! You will be the prettiest princess there..!"

Sidharth’s heart softens as he watches them every time, specially when Sana deals with Samaira this affectionately..This only triggers him to love her more with every passing days!

Shruti, Shehnaaz’s cousin, is sitting next to Samaira. She leans forward with a playful grin..."Jiju, taiyar ho na aap for all white, red, pink sparkles? This wedding might just look like a glitter explosion with me wearing pink sparkles along with Sam! Kya bolti hai Sam?"...Shruti extends her palm for a hi5 from Samaira..

Samaira responds being all elated accordingly.."Good idea Shruti Masi!"

Sidharth smirks, glances at her in the mirror, pretending to be serious..."Sweetheart, I have handled too many sparks in my life! I think I can survive a little more glitter..! Jo bhi lena hai shauk se le lena!"..he chuckles too..

Shehnaaz’s smile grows wider. She knew he wanted a small, private wedding but he has readily given in to her family’s wishes for a moderate celebration. It meant a lot to her and she could see from his gentle gaze that he didn’t mind making a compromise here..

Her brother who had been mostly quiet  speaks up from the back..."Waise Sidharth Bhai, yeh security wale aise follow kar rahe hai jaise ki hum dulhan leke bhag rahe hai!"...Shehbaaz points towards the security car following them...

Sidharth chuckles.."It's impossible to shake them off brother! Meri Ma k khaas bande hai!"

Samaira and Shehnaaz keep talking on almost all nonsensical topics when Sidharth catches the sight and listens to their chat carrying a wide grin on his face. He feels an overwhelming joy realizing it has been long since he felt this light and carefree! Shehnaaz's warmth has brought love and happiness back into his life and he is certain that he will do what it takes to keep it safe and free from all evil eyes now!

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At designer's place..

Everything seems like a picture of perfection here! The racks are filled with luxurious fabrics, shimmering with tangled embroidery. The designer, a woman of elegance and grace, hovers around Shehnaaz..

“This is going to look lavish and you will make a very beautiful bride Shehnaaz! You should definitely order something similar!"...the designer says excitedly, holding up a stunning red lehenga adorned with an intense golden work..

Shehnaaz though visibly impressed, yet speaks up a little hesitatingly..."Haan ji, it's pretty… umm, can you give me some time? Mujhe bas Sidharth se kuch important baat karni hai…"