Through The Gateway Of Love: A Transformative Journey Of Love

~ Glimpse

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We reached 50K views and on the account of that, I present here a glimpse of Prithvi and Avantika's married life... A little glimpse from 'Gateway to Destiny'

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"You are perfect. And I love you more than anything in the world and I should have paid more attention when I felt your discomfort"

She squeezed my hand, a small smile playing on her lips "I love you too, Prithvi."

The intensity of my gaze seemed to coax some of the strength back into her "You're so sweet" She whispered, her fingers curling around mine "But I'm not a princess who needs saving, you know"

I chuckled softly, buoyed by her attempt at humour, even in her weakened state "Oh, but you are my queen" I said pecking her cheek "And every queen needs her knight-especially when she faints at her own wedding ritual"

Avantika laughed softly, the sound fragile but genuine "You're ridiculous" She breathed, her amusement momentarily lifting some of the heaviness between us.

The room fell silent, the only sound the gentle ticking of the clock on the wall. I held her hand, a silent promise to stand by her side, through thick and thin, through joy and sorrow.

Suddenly, the flicker of candlelight caught my eye, drawing attention to an elegantly wrapped gift on the nightstand beside her side, one that had lain forgotten in the whirlwind of the past few hours.

"Your gift!" I exclaimed "I almost forgot in all the chaos"

Avantika's eyes brightened, a flicker of the familiar spark returning "You really didn't have to get me anything. Just you is more than enough"

I leaned against her and felt her hot breath against my neck. I pulled the box closer, a playful grin breaking through my worry "Open it, just trust me"

With a sigh, she accepted the gift, carefully unwrapping the pretty paper until a delicate necklace emerged, its silver chain shimmering under the dim light. The pendant was a small crescent moon, meticulously crafted and gleaming with a hint of sparkle.

"It's beautiful" She whispered, lifting it to the light "But why the moon?"

"Because you are my moon" I replied, my voice barely above a whisper "In the darkness of any night, your light guides me. No matter how tough things get, I want you to remember that"

Her eyes glistened with unshed tears as I slipped the pendant around her neck where her mangalsutra was lying, a testament of our union. I placed a kiss on the side of her neck before meeting her eyes.

As she enveloped me in a warm embrace, I breathed in her familiar scent, the mixture of lavender and the lingering fragrance of celebration. I could feel her heart thumping against mine, a rhythm that synchronized our souls.

My fingers danced through her hair, caressing her with gentle affection, as I placed delicate kisses on her temples, each soft touch conveying my unyielding love.

"You're my sun" She corrected, emotion threading through every syllable "You light up my world"

Her eyes sparked with an intensity that made my heart race. She leaned closer, and time seemed to suspend itself, drawing out the moment like the lingering taste of a favourite song.

Then, with a tenderness that took my breath away, she closed the distance between us. Our lips met, soft yet fervent, as if she were pouring every unexpressed thought and every golden memory into that kiss. It was a touch that ignited every part of me, sending electrifying warmth coursing through my veins. I melted into her, feeling the heat radiating more intensely than before, like a wildfire licking at the edges of a forest, consuming everything in its path.

In that instant, a thousand words hung in the air-words about longing and laughter, about dreams we dared to share and the future we envisioned together. It was all there and in that embrace, she wove them into the very fabric of my being. Her kiss tasted of hope, of promises unmade, and of the celestial wonder of love that had quietly unfolded between us.

When we pulled away, breathless, the world resumed its rhythm but I was still threaded to her, caught in that magic. We did not immediately break the spell. Instead, we lingered in the silence, our foreheads resting lightly against one another, feeling the pulse of our hearts in an unspoken harmony.

Avantika rested her head against my heart. I could feel it beat steady and strong, and I could sense her relaxation sinking into my skin like threads of sunlight piercing through morning fog. The gentle rhythm of her breathing began to synchronize with mine, and for a while, the room, with its flickering candles and soft shadows, became a haven of promises and dreams.

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His hold around me tightened, drawing me impossibly closer, our bodies fitting together as if they were always meant to be. The world around us shrink into an echo.

Our eyes locked and in that electrifying moment, words felt unnecessary. They were lost in the depth of our gaze, emotions aligning in a silent conversation. He leaned in, the warmth of his breath tantalizing against my cheek as he whispered "May I?"

"Bad breath" I replied, my lips pouting in protest. But the mischief in my eyes betrayed me.

"Oh, as if I care" He shot back, a playful smirk dancing at the corners of his mouth. Just like that, the space between us disappeared as he captured my lips with his, kissing me tenderly yet with an underlying intensity that sent warmth flooding through my veins down to my core.

I clutched at his biceps, the muscles flexing under my touch as he kissed me with a deliberate slowness, exploring, savouring and indulging in the moment. Each kiss was an unspoken promise, a subtle communication of tender affection mixed with urgency. There was no haste, only the incredible sensation of tasting each other's want.

He lingered on my upper lip before pulling away slightly, but only to return faster, enveloping both my lips between his again. His mouth was warm and inviting and I melted into him. The world beyond faded further, leaving just us, intertwined and lost in our sweet cocoon.

A surge thrill coursed through me as he licked my lower lip softly, a gentle asking that ignited something wild within. I willingly opened my mouth, letting him in and our tongues tangled in a curious dance. The mingling of our warmth and essence sent waves of euphoria shooting through me and I felt as if we were both caught in a whirlwind of emotions that left no room for doubt.

I tightened my grip on his biceps, seeking to ground myself against the intensity of our entwined bodies. Just as the breathlessness became overwhelming, he pulled back, panting softly, his forehead resting against mine. My eyelids fluttered closed, settling into the blissful warmth that enveloped us.

"See? Bad breath and all, I'd still choose this moment a thousand times over" He said after pecking my forehead, his voice raspy.

I opened my eyes to look at him only to find him looking at me lovingly. I got shy and buried my face in his chest. He chuckled softly and brushed a thumb across my cheek, pulling me back, his touch soft yet grounding.

"You have no idea what you do to me" He confessed, his eyes scanning my face as if committing every detail to memory.

"Maybe I do" I replied teasingly, a grin spreading across my lips.

"Then maybe I should do it again" He suggested, his tone filled with a playful seriousness.

"Maybe you should" I countered, my heart racing with the thrill.

But just as those words left my lips, he leaned in, inches away, his breath warming my skin. I could almost taste the possibilities, when a sharp knock on the door shattered the moment.

"Perfect timing," he had cursed under his breath, his expression a mix of annoyance and helplessness. I couldn't help but giggle at how endearingly flustered he looked.

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