"Nidhi, I will sleep on the couch again. You have had a hectic day today also. I think you should hit the bed."
Ajay's heart refused to agree with his words. Only God knew how much he wanted to hug her, touch her, kiss her and make love to her. But he could see that Nidhi badly needed rest and a good sleep. She had continued visiting Jeevan Sandhya till the day of their Sangeet ceremony and at the same time wedding preparations, the wedding itself and now all these functions, ritual etc had taken a toll on her body. Last thing she needed was him to force his desires on her.
Nidhi was confused. Her body demanded rest and sleep while her heart desired Arjun, his arms, his touch'She also knew that couch was not too comfortable to sleep second day in a row. Bravely she replied," No, we both sleep on the bed today. You too need rest. I am sure we are strong enough to keep control over our emotions for one more night."
"I don't think this is a wise decision. I don't know about your self control but if I join you in that bed, I would not be able to keep my hands off you." Ajay left the room without waiting for Nidhi's reply and to let her change her clothes. If Nidhi would have argued and insisted once more, he would have not been able to stop himself to agree with her.
Nidhi stood transfixed where she was, recalling Ajay's words. Her cheeks reddened as she realized what he had said. He had openly expressed his desire for her. She quickly changed into her salwar kameez and went to sleep, too shy to meet his eyes again.
Ajay was happy to see her sleep soundly as he entered the bedroom after an hour. He had deliberately passed his time chatting away with Armaan to avoid any kind of embarrassment to Nidhi about what he had said earlier.
Next morning Ajay woke up to find Nidhi missing from her bed. He called out to her but there was no reply. He could hear her voice from the kitchen and went out of the room. She was busy helping Hiraman with breakfast and tea.
"Good morning, beta. Nidhi has made wonderful adrak ki chai. I think you will like it." Baba greeted him while reading the newspaper. Ajay simply smiled thinking only if Baba knew adrik ki chai story.
"Ajay, can you get ready a bit sooner? All the guests including Armaan's mother are leaving today. Even I am going to Shirdi trip with Hiraman today evening."
"Baba, why this sudden trip to Shirdi? You never told me!!! "
"I had sought blessings from Sai baba that I would visit Shirdi if the marriage went off well. And I think I should not make any further delay. So my programme is decided. Armaan has already booked tickets for us. Infact he is also leaving today with his mother. He has some meetings in Mumbai to take care of."
"What is this? Everyone has decided to leave on the same day and nobody bothered to inform me."
"Don't get angry, Ajay. Okay can you do me a favour? Nidhi wants to visit our old house, the one which I left in her name in my will. I don't know why but she was adamant. Can you please take her there today? I will now go and see if necessary arrangements are made for our guests to leave".
Ajay could not understand why Nidhi wanted to visit that house. But somewhere deep in his heart, he felt good. Something struck his mind and he went to freshen up. All the guests including Armaan, Amma, Baba and Hiraman left by evening and the whole house felt empty. All the buzz and noises of last few days were gone. And a serene silence had set in the house.
As soon as they were alone, Ajay's eyes searched for Nidhi. He had longed for this moment. She was in the bedroom reading a magazine.
"Nidhi?" His words seemed to echo in the house.
She looked up from the magazine, her eyes reading and sending the same message as that of Arjun. He walked upto her, took away the magazine from her and pulled her up to him. They hugged each other tightly and passionately. Neither of them wanted to let go of each other. They stayed like that for few minutes, enjoying each other's closeness.
Arjun was the first one to break the hug. "Nidhi, can you pack an overnight bag for both of us?"
She was disappointed when he moved away from her but surprised to listen to what he had said. "Are we going somewhere?"
"Yes, hurry up. I am waiting for you in the living room."
Nidhi was confused but took out a bag from the cupboard and stated packing.
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