The mystery of Marriage Palace

5- Friends reunion

The sweet chirping of birds could be heard as the sun shone brightly in the morning.
Aira opened her eyes and suddenly jumped up on her bed .
Ooh ! It's you Fawad! Exclaimed Aira with a sigh of relief. What's up ? Got up early ? Asked Aira rubbing her hands against her eyes .
Yeah ! Said Fawad in a low voice . I need to talk to you Aira. He continued.
Sure, give me some time I will get fresh and be back. Said Aira climbing down the bed .
It's important. Said Fawad .
Aira took a pillow and pressed it under her hands and sat beside Fawad.
What's the matter boy? All ok ? Asked Aira with concern.
About last night . Said Fawad in a long voice.
Hmmm, said Aira raising her single brow . What about it ? She asked. Her face seemed to be like she know what was Fawad about to say next .
He was strange , right ? Asked Fawad.
Armaan! Right ? Asked Aira pressing the pillow more tightly looking disturbed.
Yesss! Exclaimed Fawad. And you know what? His voice, his voice was similar to....look I am not acussing him , but .....Saying this he suddenly stopped looked down towards the floor.
What's going on guys ? Asked Sanaya coming in the room . Some important discussion? Asked Sanaya to the two.
Nothing! Exclaimed Fawad quickly. Nothing special. He continued.
OK , fine. Breakfast is out . Everyone is waiting down . Sanaya said . She nailed that something is bothering them and she too knew that Fawad will not speak up in front of her .
I will be their soon , let me get fresh. Said Aira yawning and walking towards washroom .
Let's go down till then . Said Sanaya smiling at Fawad trying to ease him.
Sure ! Said Fawad smiling back at her .
Down at the dinning table the Shah family warmly welcomed Sanaya and Fawad.
Where's Aira? Asked Rony , Shayan's elder brother and the groom .
She's getting fresh. Said Sanaya smiling.
The two took their seats on a huge table decorated with a tasty breakfast . There were sandwiches, fresh fruits, pasta and fresh orange juice. Fawad and Sanaya greeted the family good morning.
Good morning kids! Exclaimed Mr. Shah. Glad to have you here! He continued.
Thanks Uncle , said Sanaya .
Pleasure to meet you Uncle , replied Fawad.
How's Mom and dad , Sanaya ? Asked Mr . Shah . The father of Shayan and Rony .
They are fine! Exclaimed Sanaya.
I met your dad , my boy . Said Shayan's dad . He said he will be here soon . He continued.
That's good! Exclaimed Rony. And what about your parents Sanaya ? Asked Rony . They are coming , right ? He continued.
Yes , they will be here soon . Said Sanaya smiling.
Great ! Exclaimed Mrs.Shah . Oh , look - Aira's here . She continued looking at Aira coming down stairs.
Aira came downstairs wearing a purple jacket against a dark black trouser. Her hairs tied up cleanly in a high pony with some hairs left which kept swinging over her face . She looked glamorous.
She sat on her seat and greeted everyone warmly.
Good morning lady ! Looking beautiful! Exclaimed Rony.
Aww , thanks ! Replied Aira blushing .
Everyone had their breakfast.
Well , there's a small get together today . Started Mrs . Shah . The bride along with her mother , some other guests , Rony's friends are gonna arrive in an hour . So you guys get ready . It will be fun . Said Mrs. Shah warmly.
Ya sure . It will be great fun . Added Shayan.
Let's get ready! Exclaimed Aira excitedly looking at Sanaya.
Ready? Asked Sanaya strangly. You are already looking perfect for it . She continued.
According to the occasion, dear! Exclaimed Aira. And yes come along , I will get you ready too. Said Aira taking Sanaya upstairs. Sanaya seems to be least intrested.
It almost took an hour for everyone to get ready. Shah family excluding Shayan were sitting on the sofa in the hall downstairs. Everyone were dressed in a formal way which really suit them. The groom looked really handsome in a dark brown blazer on a white T-shirt and a black pant . And his bright smile made him look just perfect .
Meanwhile, both the sisters got down together. Both of them looked gorgeous. They wore similar kind of gowns with different colours which shone brightly. Aira wore a dark brown , while Sanaya wore a light red gown. Sanaya looked really beautiful as she was seen in gowns very rarely.
Come girls, looking beautiful! Exclaimed Mrs.Shah happily. She seemed to be very happy as everything was going on smoothly.
Thank you aunt , said the both together. Well aunt you too look gorgeous. Said Sanaya.
By the way, where's Shayan and Fawad? Asked Aira.
At Fawad's house , Fawad wanted to get ready .....replied Rony.
You are looking perfect , brother. A perfect groom! Exclaimed Aira.
Thanks . Replied Rony with a shy smile rubbing his head .
Look who's here . Said a voice from the main door . It was Shayan and Fawad followed by Armaan .
Oh , Armaan . Come in dear! Exclaimed Mr.Shah. How are you? He asked .
I am fine , yeah! Replied Armaan.
Hello everyone! Exclaimed Armaan looking at everyone.
He went and hugged his best friend and pat on his back saying
Congrats bro! Finally the day is arriving!
Yeah! Said Rony smiling.
Amey's not here? Asked Armaan peeping in the house.
Not yet! Will be here soon. Replied Rony.
Come in guys , have a seat. Said Shayan's mother warmly.
Everyone seated on clean and comfortable sofas. A few more friends of Rony arrived after fifteen minutes. Rony introduced them to the group. A session of talks and laughter started when suddenly the bell ranged.
Rony got up excitedly to open the door. And as excepted a beautiful girl , heightened enough with a pretty pinkish complexion wearing a white gown with a pink tint appeared at the door . Her brownish hairs swinged on her face gracefully. She was accompanied by a lady who too looked beautiful and happy enough . And yes they were the bride and her mother . They stealed everyone's attention towards them. Rony happily welcomed them inside .
Oh! They are here ! Exclaimed Shayan loudly. The bride and her mother's here everyone . He continued.
Hey everyone ! Exclaimed Amey happily.
There was a chaos in hall now. Everyone was busy meeting the bride and her mom . There was a session of intros , talks and laughter.
Shayan and Aira stood in a corner. Shayan started ......
You know what ? Rony , Amey and Armaan were the best friends . Their trio was the most famous one in the college. Just a few months before they completed their graduation and look what the fate decided for them .
Aww , that's cool . Replied Aira.
Come on , let's make this day perfect for them . She continued.
Oh yes, sure ! Exclaimed Shayan .
Ladies and gentlemen may I have your attention please ! Exclaimed Shayan loudly to the gathering.
Let's add some colour to this beautiful day.....
What about a dance? Asked Shayan loudly. What would be better then a dance by the new couple , what say ? He continued .
Everyone shouted..... Sureeeeee!! In excitement .
And you know what guys , they were famous in the college for their dance . So a clapping for them everyone.... Shayan said clapping his hands .
Everyone clapped in excitement .
Famous ha! They are nothing without me. Said Armaan in a low voice and clinching his fist tightly .
Then he suddenly looked around to check whether someone saw him and to his suprise Aira was looking at him .
Lol ! Detective ! Exclaimed Armaan laughing.
Aira gave him a strange look and went in the happy crowd .
We need some time guys . Got to practice some steps . Said Amey , the bride blushing .
Sure , take your time . Said Aira smiling .
Can't we all just watch a video together ! Said Sanaya yawning as she is least intrested in such things .
Oh come'on ! Exclaimed Aira. Enjoy the moment, girl! She continued.
The couple went in a room to practice some steps. Aira and Sanaya went inside to watch them practicing.
Ringggg Ringggg......... goes a voice.
Oops , excuse me . Said Amey taking out her mobile from her bag kept on the table.
Hello , who's there ? Hello ......hello ?
Anyone on ? Said Amey as she was unable to hear the voice of the person on the phone .
Ummm , excuse me dear , I am unable to hear who's on the phone . Said Amey to her fiancée . I will go up and check . She continued.
All right ! Exclaimed Rony . Take your time. He continued smiling.
Soon Amey went upstairs to receive the call . The bell rang again and again .
You look great together , Rony ! Exclaimed Aira.
Thanks . Replied the groom blushing .
After a while..... Amey's shout could be heard.
Noooo! Noooo ! Came the voice which could be heard even after a chaos going downstairs.
Rony accompanied by almost everyone ran upstairs. Rony reached the room where Amey stood with her phone lying on the floor.
What's the matter my girl! Exclaimed Rony placing his hand on Amey's shoulder . Amey looked really frightened.
She sat on a bed nearby placing both of her hands on her head .
What happened? Who was on the phone? Asked Rony looking worried.
I - I want to talk to you . She said in a trembling voice .
Sure, say it ! Exclaimed Rony .
Ummm , personally . She said looking at the worried faces standing surrounding the room . Please , she said in a humble voice . She almost broke out in tears .
Everyone in the room went out leaving the couple alone .