Spin-off Stories

VM: Two states - Part 9

Meenakshi's aunts were dolling her up for the nuptial night.Meanwhile in the room,Vicky was struggling with his costume.

V: Atleast our side it's a panche so I didn't fear much but this tamilnadu style feels like a skirt.If it drops infront of her it will be puppy ma shame for me.I want to change but nanna said I should be in this mmm...

He got an idea.He wore his bermudas beneath then secured the veshti around with his belt.

V: Now if it drops also no problem....

He sat on the bed and looked at the flower decorations.

V: Hmm this is what she mentioned as the war game aa...tonight is also going to be a waste night...sigh...Let me have these sweets atleast.

He took the platter and keeping it on his lap he chomped on the delicacies.

One of the elder married lady in the family passed Meenakshi the milk vessel and blessed her.

"Meenu kutty,next year by this time we should hear the wails of kutty Meenu in this house.Ok?"

Meenakshi faked shyness and touched the lady's feet.She was escorted to the room by married women.

Ve: Akka,akka!Wait!

Veni pushed two glucose sachets discreetly into her sister's palm.

Ve: For maams height and gym body I think he will be very active moreover he takes alot of spicy food so he'll be having exxxtra power.You should be able to cope up with his energy that's why I got you glucose.

M: Veni!Talk for your age!Who is teaching you these things?

Ve: Is it very important now?I did some research earlier...for your sake only...don't forget to take it...all the best..👍🏼

Vicky heard ladies laughter and became alert.

V: Chomp...chomp...oh no tornado is here.First time I got one slap now what will it be...better to sleep.

Dusting the crumbs off his mouth,Vicky switched off the bed lamp near his side and lied down pulling the bedsheet over himself.

Meenakshi entered the room.While keeping the milk vessel on the table she noticed the half eaten items on the platter.

M: (mv:He isn't a sleep)Vicky...

She called him in a calm voice but he did not budge.

M: Mmm...elders are eager to see a grand child in this house.You slept so soon then how can we...err...I'm feeling shy...(mv:Now you will get up ra...)

She placed her hand on his shoulder.

V mv: She's in a good mood...that means I should...hey no it could be a trap!If you get up now you'll not be able to see any more first nights in your life!Don't ra Vicky don't...don't give in to temptations,don't open your eyes!

Vicky remained motionless like a man attacked by a grizzly bear.

M mv: Acting smart.Nevermind.I'll deal with you tomorrow...

She went to her side of the bed.Stacking cushions in their middle she reclined on the bed facing away from him.

Vicky opened one eye and raised his head.Seeing her asleep he sighed in relief.

Next morning,

Stretching his arms Vicky woke up with smile on his face thinking he was in his room.

V: Goodmorning Vicky...

He cleared his vision and found Meenakshi sitting beside him,legs drawn to her chest,with a sharp knife in her hand.