Those Silly Days

Chapter 49

Everything feels blurry and I feel dizzy. I hear loud noises, and two voices cursing loudly. I try to press my blanket closer trying to drown the voice but like a demon, it's never goes away. Scared, I open my eyes again and push the blanket away. Carefully, I open the door and walk the corridor towards the steps. Tiptoeing down the stairs, I shiver on what demon I might encounter. I am aware I am not supposed to come down when demons are but today I can't stop.

As I take another step, the voices turn louder. I jump when I hear a clatter. I peep through the little gap now created as I descend a step further and I see those demons.

Things are thrown around and the glass coffee table is into tiny pieces. I see two figures, still arguing. I know those demons. They are my parents. I see my mother pick a vase and swing at my father. It misses him by several inches but a scream leaves my mouth.

I wake up screaming and covered in sweat. Closing my eyes, I take deep breathes. These "nightmares" have been occurring since yesterday. When I had to explain to Manav about my past, my past has been haunting my sleep. Thankfully, Myria isn't in the room to witness.

Looking at the clock, I see its almost 7 meaning Myria must be coming back from her jog in few minutes. I catch a glimpse of myself in the mirror as I walk towards the washroom. I look horrible.

I hear my phone ring just as I towel dry my face.

"Hey, Manav!"

"J, What a surprise! You are up already?"

"Yes, just woke up!" I answer, twirling a piece of hair.

"That's a good progress! You don't need me to wake daily then!"

"No, Manav! These days are a rarity!" I internally pray they are.

He laughs.

"Alright, baby girl! We are leaving for farmhouse around noon today! Get ready soon! I will pick up directly from your place."

"Alright" see you!"

"See you and Good morning baby girl!" He answers.

"Don't forget to wake me up tomorrow!" I add again.

He laughs before disconnecting.

"Where the hell did the sun rise from today?" I hear Myria say as she walks in.

"Good morning to you too" I roll my eyes.

"How the hell are you up so early?" She asks in disbelief.

I flip a finger at her and walk in for shower.

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"Alright" I say and disconnect the call.

"Manav is gonna be here in 5 minutes and Aamir will be here in 15 minutes or so. Also Sid and Shreya are coming with us." I inform Myria.

"How are 5 of us going to fit in?" Myria questions.

"5? We don't have to do that. We have some space left with Priya and Tanvi. Also, Aamir is coming alone. You can choose. "

"Seriously? Can't you do something about Sid and Shreya because I prefer neither? "Myria asks.

"Can't. Manav is already on the way with them. Still can ask but what's the issue in coming with Aamir? I get if you don't want to come with Priya and Tanvi. "

"Fine! I will come with Aamir. "She mumbles.

"Great!" I smile and rejoice internally. One victory already. I need them to spend more time alone rather than in group.

"By the way, why were up early today? Is everything alright?" Myria asks.

"Yes! Everything's fine! I woke up early because I am so excited for this trip honesty. "I smile and hide the reality. I was not exactly in a mood to tell anyone. This is also the first time that I had nightmares. Generally, those fights don't let me sleep so no chances of nightmares.

I hear a knock on the door and Manav steps in looking like a delicious snack.

"Hey, baby girl! Ready to leave?" He asks as he pulls me in a hug.

I answer a muffled yes and melt in his hug. He smells so good.

"Ahem! Ahem! The trip hasn't even started yet and you are all over each other already. "Myria utters loudly, fake gagging.

Manav laughs.

"Hello Myria!" He says and pulls away.

"Hello Manav!" Myria wishes sarcastically.

"Where are Sid and Shreya?" I question.

"They are in car. Shall we go? Aamir will be here soon." Manav says, addressing the last part to Myria.

"Alright! You guys should leave then! "Myria says. We wish her goodbye and leave.

I greet Sid and Shreya as we sit in the car.

"Let's get this trip started!" I shout in excitement.

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we arrive at Sam's farmhouse and it's amazing. The infrastructure is breath-taking and the idea of how the weekend trip is going to be makes me excited.

"This is going to be super fun." Priya exclaims.

I chuckle slightly as all the prospects run through my mind. Manav catches it and shares the smile back. We walk in and simple splendor stuns me. I should have expected this. After all this is Aamir's place.

"So, shall we choose the rooms? I am tired from driving and I have some refreshing to do. "Sid says, wiggling his eyebrow at Shreya.

"Gross! I don't need to know that but let's chose rooms and then let's do something good. Shall we?" Aamir says.

"Okay! So I talked to Sid and he said that even though there are 6 rooms but one of the rooms is being renovated so we can't use that." You point out.

"Okay! Then Shreya and I are going to take that room. "Sid says pointing to bottom right room. He tugs Shreya's hand and tugs her away. I stifle away a laugh seeing the disgust look on Aamir and Tanvi's face. We all are very aware of what is happening and everyone's expressions are making me laugh.

"Then we can take that top left room." Tanvi asks looking at Priya who nods.

"Okay! Then we will take the room on the left side on the floor above." Manav says quickly, grabbing your hand in one arm and grabbing your luggage with another.

"Wait! Where am I going to sleep if you guys are going to share a room?" Myria asks.

"can you please share a room with Aamir ?" I ask, making a pleading puppy face at her, hoping she buys into what you told her beforehand.

"You can, right Myria?" Manav calls.

Myria sighs and nods. You mouth a quick thank you to her as you walk towards you.

"Step 1 complete." You whisper to Manav with a mischievous smile. Manav chuckles pressing a soft kiss on your forehead, shaking his head slightly at your antics.