Fragile Hearts

C h a p t e r - 49

After the cake cutting, Siddharth stood smiling, his gaze lingering on Riya. Just as he thought the surprises were over, she grabbed his hand.

Riya: "Wait, Innum mudiyala. I have more surprises for you Mr. Siddharth..." she said, her eyes twinkling mischievously.

Curious, Siddharth let her lead him across the terrace. They stopped at the far end, and his jaw dropped. A beautiful setup awaited him—a cozy bed under a canopy adorned with fairy lights, surrounded by cushions and blankets. The soft glow from the lights made the whole area feel like a dream.

Riya: "Ellame nee panniya?" he asked, his voice a mix of amazement and disbelief.

Riya grinned, clearly pleased with his reaction.

Riya: "Plan ennodadhu, but ivanga ellarum help pannanga..."

Before he could say anything more, Arun, Vikram, and Rahul walked over to the other side of the terrace where their sleeping bags were spread out. Arun turned and smirked.

Arun: "Bayapudadha machan. Now, We're giving you your space, but we're not going anywhere." he teased.

Rahul: "Naanga ingadhan irupom, apodhan unga amma konjamachu nambuvanga..."

Riya shot them a playful glare.

Riya: "Podhum podhum, poi thoongunga engala disturb pannama..."

Vikram: "Enn ma sollamatta... Porom vera vazhi..."

The boys retreated, leaving Siddharth and Riya alone in their private space.

As they stepped inside the canopy, Siddharth's emotions began to overwhelm him. He turned to Riya, his voice soft.

Siddharth: "Ennaku enna solradhune therila di... I don't have any words to express myself right now. Ana nee sonna mariye, you have made it memorable..."

Riya gestured for him to sit on the bed. They sat facing each other, the moonlight spilling in through the open sides of the canopy. Siddharth reached out and gently took her hand in his, bringing it to his lips.

Siddharth: "Thank you," he said, his voice thick with emotion.

Riya giggled, her cheeks warming at the gesture.

Riya: "Thanks la aprm ah sollikalam. Remember—your sister and mother are just downstairs. Behave yourself."

Siddharth shrugged, a mischievous glint in his eyes.

Siddharth: "I don't care about anything right now. Yaaru irundhalum ennaku kavalai illa. Amma dhana pathukalam. Ipoo, You're the only one that matters. Nee ivlo panniruka enakaga so, I just want to give you all my attention."

Riya shook her head, laughing softly.

Riya: "Na sonna nambamatta, unga akkavum amma vum idhuku help pannanga theriyuma..."

Siddharth's eyes widened in shock.

Siddharth: "Wait, what? They knew?"

Riya nodded, her smile growing wider.

Riya: "Actual ah unga ammadhan indha set up ku idea kuduthanga aprm unga akka help pannanga decorations ku. You have a very supportive family, Siddharth."

He looked down, his emotions swirling.

Siddharth: "Maa, podhum ma... Innum ennalam di panna? Enga ammavaiye maathiruka... Idhukellam na deserved ah nu kuda therila."

Riya: "Adheiye solladha Sid," She said firmly, scooting closer to him. She placed her other hand on his cheek, pulling his face toward hers. "You deserve every bit of happiness. And I'll make sure you get it."