Love and Music

Decisions

The next day, the first day of their relationship started on a happy note. Arshi woke up early at about 7:00 AM and went to the kitchen to make a cup of coffee for herself. She was thinking of the last evening and how beautifully and organically everything had happened. She took her coffee to her room where she sipped her coffee scrolling through her Instagram. She had got a few fan messages which she always replied to. After her coffee, she went for her shower as she had to get ready by 9:45 AM as Rahul was going to come to pick her up At 10 AM. After her shower, she went to the kitchen to make some breakfast (oatmeal). It was already 9 AM and she packed her bag (Akshat sir had instructed to carry some extra tees along with a pair of leggings) and got ready.

Rahul reached on time (she liked the fact that he was always punctual) and called Arshi to head downstairs. 

She and Rahul left her home and headed towards the studio. 

Arshi asked him how his morning was and he replied by just nodding. Arshi had a few questions in her mind and wanted to ask Rahul but was uncomfortable to start it off. Rahul understood that discomfort and asked her what was the issue? She said," I really need to clarify something now. First thing is, are we truly in a relationship?" Rahul just smiled and replied casually,"You love me and I love you and I really can't see it anyway without you. Hopefully we are together. This is a question that you need to answer now. So I hope we are together." Arshi laughed and said," So the first question is solved that is we are together. But listen are you planning to tell anyone about it? I have no clue about your take on this. I have not yet informed my mom too and I don't intend to do so immediately. I will only inform her after a couple of days when she is in a good mood." Rahul had never thought of that. Rahul replied,"Listen, Arshi. I have also not told anyone till now but I personally wish that we have some people informed about us being together. I want to share my happiness with people who really matter like Esha and Anushree. I can't hide it from them,they deserve to know about us." Arshi knew Anushree and Esha, She had heard about them from Rahul. Arshi thoughtfully answered ," Let us just keep a few people involved. I also wanted to tell Radhika (the manager of Akshat Amit band and a dear friend of Rahul and Arshi too) about us as she is such a great friend of mine as well as you and she also deserves to know about us. 

The two reached the studio together. In the lift, they finally decided that they would have a few people on loop. That included Radhika, Esha and Anushree. Rahul decided that the two of them would meet Anu and Esha that week and disclose the secret to them. They reached the studio early and were happy to find Radhika there. They knew that they should disclose it to her then and there. 

Arshi went and hugged Radhika. Rahul went to set up the studio and open the entire system while Radhika and Arshi sat together for a chat and Rahul joined them too. Arshi stammered," Rad, Good Morning. I...actually we..... wanted to speak to you. Actually I and Rahul .....We met yesterday evening over dinner and actually...Okay..So..." Rahul interrupted Arshi and said,"Okay Arshi. You are just getting too nervous. Let me speak. So Radhika, We wanted to tell you that we are in a relationship and I proposed to Arshi yesterday and we are together now. That was what she wanted to say. I also have another request that is please do not tell it to anyone and we want to keep it under the covers now." The two heaved a sigh of relief after having dispensed of the duty of informing her. Radhika was unable to contemplate what she just heard. She got up and screamed,"So you guys are in a relationship. I am so happy for the both of you. You are such a great couple . You look so good together. But tell me something,When did all this happen?" That was when Akshat sir and Amit sir entered and they paused the discussion on that topic then and there itself. Akshat sir greeted,"Hey guys. Good morning. What is the discussion about?" Rahul just covered up,"Hello,sir. Good morning.We were just discussing about the upcoming concerts and the change set playlist." Akshat sir said,"Thanks Rahul for reminding about that. We are going to add a few songs and the challenge is we gotta dance too." Rahul anyway danced on his songs for a series of concerts called 24K magic so it was normal for him and Akshat sir but Arshi had to practice. She agreed to go for the practice session of dance post the studio session and Rahul also had to accompany her also. She thanked god for having his company.

The studio session went fine and at about 6:00 PM after their "chai time"(tea time) . Both of them went to the dance studio where they were supposed to meet Armaan and Arti who were to help them learn the steps. It was just one session of two hours. Rahul was a great dancer and Arshi was also good with her steps as she had always performed in school and college events where she also had to dance a bit along with the song. They enjoyed the dance session. The common love for music and dance bonded them together and Armaan complimented the two of them by calling them as an amazing dance pair. They both were meant to be there for each other. They had common interest and passion and respected each others' field of work too. 

After the dance session was over at 8:15 PM, the two of them headed to Arshi's place to grab a cup of coffee . They had numerous discussion over cups of coffee. After which Rahul gave a good bye hug to Arshi and left.

Arshi was happy with the day that had just passed by. The maid had made rice noodles which Arshi had after Rahul left and decided to call it a day early. She texted Rahul asking  him whether he had reached home or not. She got a reply after a couple of minutes and it read,"Yeah. I have reached and also had my dinner. We have an early studio session tomorrow. I shall pick you up by 9:00 AM. Just a request, Can you get a mug of coffee for me to the car tomorrow morning while I go to pick you up. Love you dear. Bye Good Night.

Arshi replied,"I shall be ready by 9:00 AM and your request will be fulfilled.Good night. Take care."

The first day of their relationship was indeed beautiful. They looked forward for more such days in the future.

Arshi went off to sleep while Rahul scrolled through his Instagram . Even though it was already very late,he decided to have a conference call with Anushree and Esha to inform them about Arshi. He took of the lead and started speaking,"Hello,Esha and Anu. I know it is late. but thank god you guys picked up. I had to inform you guys something. I have already told you guys that there was a really sweet girl who joined our band some time back." Esha was about to interrupt when Rahul stopped her"Sunn le pehle meri baat. Phir tu bolna.(First, listen to me and then you can speak) Rahul continued,"So I am in.... love.. I am in a relationship with her and I had to tell it to you guys. It is a conscious decision that we want to keep it under the covers now. So please kissi se kuch mat bolna(Don't tell anyone about it). Esha and Anu screamed in delight and wanted to know how everything started and the entire story. Rahul patiently explained them about Arshi and himself and how she had been a pillar of strength for him and had understood him and his emotions perfectly. The two girls congratulated him. Anushree said,"Listen why don't you introduce us to her. We also want to know how she is. I really want to meet her." Esha also had the same demand. Rahul agreed and replied,"I shall ask her when she is free and we can catch up too. It will be okay, I hope. They agreed on that and Rahul hung up and went off to sleep.