Standing in the dimly lit room, facing Ankita, I took a deep breath.
"Uhmm, honestly, I don't know how to confess to you, Ankita," I said, my heart pounding in my chest.
The room was sparsely decorated with yellow balloons, her favorite color. It all happened so fast that I couldn't make it perfect. I hoped she would appreciate the effort.
"What is it, Aryan?" she asked, her eyes wandering around the room.
I gathered my courage and looked straight into her eyes. "I love you, Ankita," I confessed sincerely.
Her body stiffened at my words, and she looked at me with numb eyes.
I gave a small smile and continued, "I myself don't know how and when it happened, but I started falling for you, Ankita. I realize that I can't live with-"
Before I could finish, she slap me hard, shocking me. I looked back at her, holding my burning cheek.
She was looking at me with teary eyes."Ankita," I murmured in shock.
"How could you, Aryan? I didn't expect you to stoop so low," she said, her innocent eyes now filled with pure disgust.
I tried to explain, "Ankita, you're misunderstanding everything. I-"
"Do you even know what relationship I share with you? I'm your brother's wife, your bhabhi, for God's sake! And you're lusting after your own bhabhi?" she spat at me, her words cutting deep.
My entire body froze, and my eyes blurred with tears. I took a step back, the painful lump in my throat making it hard to speak.
Is loving someone such a crime nowadays? What's my fault? Can anyone tell me? My intentions were never wrong. I swallowed hard, trying to keep my emotions in check.
Destiny has given her a second chance to experience love again. Now, let's see what Ankita will do-𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐛 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐨𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐫 𝐝𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐲 𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐛𝐞𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐟𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐬.
"Rudra Malhotra naam toh suna hoga ?"
Rudra is the epitome of charisma-outgoing, charming, and unabashedly playful. He has an infectious laugh and a quick wit that makes him the life of the party. His flirty nature often leads to playful banter and spontaneous adventures.
Despite his carefree attitude, there is an underlying complexity to his personality; his charm often masks an inherent loneliness stemming from unresolved heartbreak. His laughter is often a façade to cover the pain of his past.
"Never trust a man with desire"
Ruhanika Mehra is short-tempered and strong-headed, not afraid to speak her mind and stand up for herself. She is determined and driven, always wanting to achieve her goals and dreams. However, she also has a soft side to her, especially when it comes to her loved ones. She can be fiercely protective and caring towards them.
""Rooh!"
The silence was deafening. No response, no movement. I snapped open my eyes, scanning the room frantically.
That's when I saw it - the bloodstain on the bed sheet. My mind reeled as memories of last night flooded back.
"Rudra, make me yours." Ruhanika's whispered plea echoed in my mind.
"You complete me, Rooh." My own words haunted me.
I clutched my head, feeling like I was losing my grip on reality. Where was she?
I spun around, my gaze locking onto the dressing table mirror. A note was stuck to the glass.
I snatched it, my hands trembling. "We can't be together."
Ruhanika.
I stared blankly at the note, my mind reeling. Why would Ruhanika leave without a word?
What will happen when a girl who never believed in love and a boy who always craved for true love will collide with each other in such circumstances which forced them hate each other at first sight but still they can't deny the attraction,lust and desperation towards each other ?
[प्रेम Gatha series #2]
Start - 14th June 2024
End - 5th Oct 2024