My Forever : A MaNan SS

2. 'I'm sorry'

Manik and Nandini enter a secluded room together and gave a satisfying smile looking at each other. Manik offered his hand to Nandini which she gladly accepted. They walked in together, holding hands and went to the corner most part of the room where there was a small sofa like sitting. This was their hide out place whenever they wanted to spend some alone time without anyone knowing what they are doing. No one was allowed inside that room except for Manik and Nandini, because this was strictly their spot. Moreover, only people staying in Malhotra house were aware of this spot in the house.

(The staircase there, leads directly into Manik's room)

They were sitting opposite each other, facing each other.

M: So, how have you been? I know it's been really long that I have spoken to you properly. I know, you wouldn't complain but that doesn't mean I would take you for granted or ignore you. I'm really sorry, honey.

N: Manik, I know office work, and the trip has kept you extremely busy and stressed. If at any point you'd have taken me for granted, you know I would have come to you and told you this. So please don't apologize. You know that your Nandini understands you better than anyone.

M: I know, that you are trying to adjust to my schedule. I'm sorry that this is all indirectly coming onto you. Just few more days for this current project to get back on track, and everything will be sorted till then. Just hold up for a few more days, please?

N: Manik, relax, okay? I promised you that I'm going to understand you till the point I can. And believe me this is not the limit I can understand, so please calm down. I know right now you need a stress buster because of the project Papa has handed over to you. I know you're going to succeed in it. Also, when Nandini is here, why fear? Come here.

She pulled him to herself and gave him a tight soothing hug. Exactly what he needed at this moment. He always fails to understand as to how she always knows what he wants at what moment. She pulled out of the hug and kissed his forehead, which got a smile on his face. He laid down on the sofa with his head on her lap. She was running her hands in his hair, which was extremely soothing for him. He started telling her everything about the trip and office. She was attentively listening to him. Suddenly Manik got up and ran into his room telling her that he'd be back in a minute. He came back with a cover in his hand and gave it to her.

N: What's this?

M: Open it, and see it for yourself, baby.