For Infinity

Part 9: Shit Happens

Manik's POV:
After Cabir left I was in a dilemma. I wanted her to come to the party so badly. But how should I invite her? What if she says no? What if she finds it weird? Gosh! Manik Malhotra get a grip of yourself. You have never been so nervous. She's just a girl. Oh No. A girl whom you love. You can do it. You have do it. I picked up my phone and texted her nervously.
Me: Hi! Manik here. :)
My heart started beating fast. I was eagerly waiting for her reply. Just then my phone beeped. Her name flashed on the screen. I was relieved.
N: Hey there! :)
M: So how are you now?
N: I'm fine. All thanks to you. ;) What about you?
M: Pleasure's all mine. I'm great. Actually I wanted to ask you something. Are you free tomorrow?
N: Oh. Yes I am. Why?
M: Umm there's a party at my home tomorrow night. Just me and Fab 4. I would love it if you come. :)
Damn. I felt like my heart would come out of my mouth. She was taking her own sweet time to reply. Manik yeh tune kya kar diya. I had almost lost all hopes just when she replied. I crossed my fingers and opened the msg.
N : Of course I would. Why not? We are friends after all. ;)
Her reply made me feel out of this world. Yaaay! She's coming to the partayy! I started dancing like a mad man. Somehow I composed myself and continued with the chat.
M: Thank you. I'm glad you are coming. And I promise you that you would have the best time of your life. BTW I know you would be worrying about fab 4 so chill, they don't mind you being there. ;)
N: Haha I hope so... Voah! You are a mind reader. Just text me the time and place I'll be there. :)
M: Sure. And yeah please do bring Navya with you. She's your friend so indirectly she's my friend too. We wanted to apologize to her anyway. :D
N: OMG. That's something new. Haha. Don't worry she'll be there too. ;)

Time flies when you are talking with someone you love. We talked all night on every topic possible. Neither of us was ready to stop. It was morning when we decided to go to sleep. None of us was going to college today so it was not a problem. I slept with a hope that today I'll make her mine.

Same day evening..
Nandini's POV:
I had these mixed feelings which made me anxious. On one side I was happy that he invited me for the party but on the other side I was nervous thinking about what might happen there. I was never a party kinda girl. Infact this was going to be the first party of my life. And Fab 5 knew how to party. I had heard that they go pretty wild. I didn't want to look odd and embarrass myself so I checked my cupboard for an appropriate dress. After a long search I found a little black dress from Zara which I had never worn. Chachi had gifted me it on my last birthday. I tried it out and fortunately it was a perfect fit. It accentuated my curves. I left my hair open with soft curls on the end and gathered it on my left shoulder. I did a hint of makeup as always. But oomped it up with a dark red lipstick. I wore my pencil heels and gave myself a last look. I went down to check up on Chachi. And she being an emotional mother almost cried tears of joy after looking at me. "Hayee Nanduuu! Kitni sundar lag rahi hain bilkul Kajol ke tarah. Tujhe Nazar na lage!"
"Chachi aap bhi naa. Thank you!"
Just then the bell rang. It was Navya. She had wore a short kurti and jeans. She looked simple but beautiful. I had to almost beg her to come to the party as she was very afraid of Fab 5. Well I won't blame her.
"Nandu dekho tumhare kehne par hum iss party main aa rahe hain. Agar unn rakshaso ne kuch kiya toh hum tumhe kabhi maaf nahi karenge."
Poor Navya I consoled her somehow and we left for the party. After a 20 minute drive we reached Malhotra Mansion. It was not less than any palace. It had a different aura. The grandeur was breathtaking. The Malhotra family was clearly goddess Lakshmi's favorite. When we reached the huge door a butler let us in and told us to wait in the living room. I was lost in the beauty of the house when a voice fell on my ears. The voice I wanted to hear.
"Hello girls! Welcome to my home. Hope you liked it." He was coming down the stairs wearing a black polo shirt and white shorts. He looked like a Greek god descending from the heaven. I literally drooled over him.
"Hello you there?" He said snapping his fingers, bringing me out of the LA LA land. I was embarrassed on being caught and tried to change the conversation.
"Oh yeah Hi. Well I must say your house is very beautiful. I loved it."
"But not more than you." This guy I must say could set my heart on fire. My cheeks flushed hearing his compliment. He noticed it and smiled. He greeted Navya and asked us to proceed near the pool as the party was going to take there. I really wanted to be alone with him. And I guess even Aiyappa was on my side. Navya had to use the washroom so she went away. So it was just us now. There was an awkward silence. Fortunately he broke it. "Nandini I must say you look good in all types of clothes. That's a rare thing I have seen in girls. You're really really pretty. Bhagwan ne tumhe bade fursat se banaya hain." His husky voice made me shiver. I looked down being so shy. But he took my chin and made me look into his eyes. We were lost. The silence between us spoke everything.

Manik's POV:
We were lost into each other. It was the most beautiful moment of my life. Obviously my best friends would never let me enjoy. They came barging in like maniacs. Well there is no denying that we're wild. We broke our contact to not get ourselves embarrassed. I was hoping nobody had seen us like that. I guess it was too late. Cabir and Mukti were not surprised as they were well aware of our chemistry. But Alya and Dhruv were confused. Before they could ask Cabir my saviour interrupted.
"Voww! Nandini you look beautiful." She smiled. I gave a thank you gesture to him for saving me. He gave a "Don't worry" look in return.
"Well let's get the party started" Mukti shouted. She took Nandini with her as she felt she was bit uncomfortable. After that incident Mukti had a soft corner for her. Thankfully half of my work was done. I just needed to get approval from Dhruv and Alya.
"Vaise Navya kaha hain?" Cabir asked.
"Hum yaha hain. Kyu ande maarne hain kya?" Navya replied furiously. I really felt bad for him but I knew he would handle it smoothly. He apologized and took her for a walk. That lucky guy. I was looking for Nandini when I saw her talking to Dhruv and Mukti. I was just staring at her beauty.
"Kitna ghoorega tu?" Cabir knew how to irritate me.
"Cabirrr! Shut up. BTW what's your plan ha? I can't wait man."
"Chill. Just wait and watch."
He had a glass of coke with him. I immediately understood his plan. He must have spiked it. Before he could hand it over I pushed him. Unfortunately it spilled on her dress. I felt bad.
"I'm extremely sorry. I slipped."
Cabir gave me a deathly look. I ignored him and asked her to come with me. I took her to the washroom so that she could clean it up.
I was waiting outside when Alya dragged me into the adjacent room. Before I could react she hugged me tightly.
"Manik. I need to tell you something. I still love you babe. I Do. I can't pretend anymore. I can't. Please let's get back together."

Nandini's POV:
I cleaned myself and came out of the washroom. I was looking for Manik when I heard a noice from a room. I thought maybe it was Manik. But what I saw and heard made my heart break. I wasn't aware of their past relationship. I cursed myself for falling for a guy who was already someone else's. I ran away from there somehow controlling my tears. Cabir saw me and asked me what happened. I lied that I wasn't feeling well and asked him to drop off Navya. He understood that I was lying but still he let me go. I gathered myself and left for my home. I knew Manik would get upset but I didn't want to be selfish and come between them. I came into my room and crashed onto the bed. I cried my heart out. I had to accept the fact that I was in love. Yes I was in love with Manik Malhotra. Our moments in the party flashed in my mind. I shooed it off and tried to sleep. Tomorrow was going to be tough. He would definitely confront me.

Gosh. A longgg update. Just for you all. Happy Reading. Buhbye.
-Ashkins.