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"Harshad", I began
He looked straight into my eyes.
"He is no more in my life"
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She was the only girl he loved while she had lost the guy she loved.
The only simil...
I always wanted to visit Switzerland I could clearly make out that Harshad was not going to accept this.
"Thank you, dad, but I can't accept this", he said sincerely.
"Look Harshad, whatever we have is Deeksha's and yours. Would not you take this if your dad had given? You are just like my son to me. Come on, take this and have a good time", dad told handing over the tickets.
Harshad looked at me and I nodded in agreement.
Dad and mom had planned everything well in advance. Luckily, we had to ask for leave only for two days. We still had a fortnight left. I had to do some shopping before going.
I prepared two cups of green tea before going to bed. He was standing on the balcony, our favorite spot. I handed over his cup to him.
"Are you sure you want to go to Switzerland?", he asked.
"Why, do you want to go some place else?", I asked sipping my tea.
"No, what I meant was are you okay with going for a honeymoon?", he asked avoiding an eye-contact.
Aww, he was so adorable.
"Why? are you shy?", I asked moving closer to him.
He looked at me with a raised brow and we burst out in a fit of laughter.
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"Harshad, I want to go home", I told in a determined tone.
"Home?"
"Yes, our home. I want to meet your parents. I haven't spent time with your parents, they always keep asking us to come home. You are a perfect son-in-law. I can't be as amazing as you are but I at least want to give it a try", I simpered but he didn't look happy about it.
"Hey, Deeksha, look, all this is not required. You don't have to impress them", saying so he gave me a faint smile.
"It's not about impressing, it is my duty. Your parents have accepted me and my past. I really want to make our relationship work", I said to which he nodded. I could not wait anymore. It was high time I do something for Harshad. I will make sure we go to his place after our honeymoon.
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"That's it. No more ifs and buts. We are going today", Ananya said. She was such a stubborn girl. "Okay, we shall. Quickly finish your work now", I told looking at her laptop.
I informed Harshad that I would be late as Ananya and I decided to shop. I think he was relieved that I found her as he was anyhow not interested in accompanying me for shopping.
I bought a new dungaree as I loved wearing them, one flare dress and a beautiful black maxi dress.
I also bought two shirts for my husband. I never shopped for him before but I kind of knew his taste by now, so I was pretty sure he would like it. Also, he had a soft corner for suits and ties and even I found him debonair in suits. so I also bought a couple of ties and 3 piece suit.
I hope he likes them and doesn't start whining. I was waiting at the billing counter when I checked my phone and there were 5 missed calls from Harshad. Shit, my phone was on silent.
I quickly called him and apologized "I am so sorry. I did not check my phone."
"Are you crazy Deeksha? Where were you? I was so damn scared", he snapped irritated, "I am sorry, extremely sorry, I'll be back in 20 minutes", I answered trying to be as apologetic as I can.
"You better be", came his reply, "Okay, now bye", I said and hung the phone.
It was 9 pm by the time I reached home, I opened the door to see all the lights were off. I called out his name but there was no reply. I started panicking. Where did Harshad go?
Harshad's POV:
I realized that it was so hard for me to stay without her. I was getting addicted to her and was bored to hell at home, I tried watching movies, football but in vain, I wish I had rather joined her for shopping.
This was getting on my nerves. It was 8 pm and I had already called her twice but she did not pick my call.
I knew she would be very tired so I decided to cook something for her. She loved Italian and lasagna was her all-time favorite. I kept calling her again but no response. I was getting worried and I did not even have Ananya's contact.
It was 8:30 when she finally called me. I was extremely pissed at her and she could figure it out from my tone. She apologized and told she would be back quickly.
I was relieved and continued making dinner. I switched off all the lights and was waiting for her.
Meanwhile, I decided to talk to mom. I told her we would be coming home after our honeymoon and she sounded very excited.
But, I was worried now, I hadn't told about Deeksha's first marriage to them while Deeksha thought I did. What if they speak about this? I should not have lied but it was too late now.
I don't know how would everyone react if they would find out the truth. I know Deeksha would be terribly upset and so would my parents. But before this gets more complicated, I got to tell it to them. I have to first talk to Deeksha. I decided that I would her while having dinner.
I cut the call when I heard Deeksha screaming. I immediately came out of our room and switched on the lights.
She came running to me. Tears flowed from her eyes and she was touching me making sure if I was okay.
"Shush, why are you crying? don't", I said as my hands wiped her tears from her cheeks. "Where were you? I was so scared", she glared at me with those tears still falling, "I was in the bedroom talking to mom. I am fine Deeksha", I pulled her to me trying to assure her that I was here and would never leave her.
"I was scared when I called you out and got no reply. Also, the lights were off. I don't even know why did I start crying. I am so sorry", she sobbed, tightening her hold on me.
"Don't worry. I am here, right in front of you. Look at me, I am absolutely fine and I have made this amazing food for you", I reassured her kissing her forehead. She finally smiled looking at the food. Thank God, she did. I could just not see her crying.
She showed all that she had shopped for us. Gosh, I loved it when she bought ties for me. That was my favorite piece of clothing. I asked her to change and by the time she did, I served food.
She finally seemed satisfied with the food and we finished it all.
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And here goes the second chapter for the day as promised.
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