32. First Family Function Part-1!!!

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Recap:

Virat lashes out at Aastha for bringing up her adoption again and again in conversations and Mohit's problem.

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Mohit's phone buzzed with Anurag's message. He opened it to see a photo of a happy Karishma indulging in Pav Bhaji. A smile crept onto Mohit's face, his heart warming at the sight of her joy.

Mohit: Tai, I'll also sleep with you and Karishma today.

Aastha: Okay.

Just then, Anurag returned, beaming, with a delighted Karishma, who was enjoying her ice cream. Pakhi laughed, her eyes sparkling as she shared a random joke with Sai, who was also savoring her ice cream. Anurag distributed the ice cream he had bought for everyone.

Virat: Thanks for the treat, Anurag.

Anurag smiled, but Aastha remained pensive.

Aastha (irritated): Fireeeee, you didn't buy ice cream for me.

Anurag chuckled softly, sensing her irritation.

Anurag: My Angry Young Woman, I've butterscotch ice cream for you. Have a little patience.

He handed her a bowl, and her eyes lit up with excitement. She hugged him tightly.

Aastha: Thank you, Fire!

In a moment of affection, she pecked his cheek and forehead.

Aastha: You know everything, Fire. That's why I like you sooo much. She planted another quick peck on his cheek.

Anurag held her by the waist, his lips lingering on her cheek for just a heartbeat longer than necessary.

Anurag: I know what my Bacha wants.

Aastha leaned into him, resting her head on his chest, feeling a mix of warmth and safety.

Pakhi: Wait a minute!

All attention shifted to Pakhi, who wore a playful expression.

Pakhi (a little shocked): Did we witness a kiss from our lovey-dovey couple?

Aastha's face flushed, the heat rising to her cheeks.

Aastha: What, vahini? It wasn't a kiss, but a peck!

Sai: Whatever it was... it was brand new information for us.

The room was filled with a mix of laughter and astonishment, everyone processing the unexpected display of affection, especially Aastha's brothers, whose expressions ranged from surprise to mild discomfort.

Anurag: Come on, guys, it was just a peck. Now, let's enjoy our ice cream!

They settled onto the couch, digging into their treats. Anurag turned to Karishma, his eyes bright with curiosity.

Anurag: Karishma, did you enjoy our date?

Karishma (happily): Of course, Dada! I loved it!

Aastha beamed at Karishma's happiness, but deep down, she couldn't shake the feeling of being an outsider in the joyful moment.

Karishma: Tai, can we go to sleep? I'm very tired.

Aastha: Okay.

They all headed to their rooms. Anurag paused at Aastha's door.

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