#chap14 #chroniclesoflife #Sagas_by_Irvika #sweetlovestory

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Parmars And Vermas bid each other adieu on a happy and hopeful note, blessing Rohan and especially Shruti with luck. She blushed at that, touched their feet for blessings and they all started their journey towards their home, Nashik.

To be continued…..

Atharva was talking to Minish, and after a bit of conspiracy, Atharva felt all excited to execute the idea. Minish looked at his brother, as though he were still a kid at heart, planning some adventure behind the parents’ back.

They both came out and sat for breakfast.  While having tea and breakfast, Atharva had mixed emotions… excitement, nervousness, apprehensiveness, hopefulness , besides the most important of them all, love. He had never thought it would hit him so hard that he wouldn’t be able to think rationally.

It was almost 10.30 a.m. now and he was getting restless. He informed in general, “I won’t be staying at home for dinner. Krunal had called up.. so will be out with him for the day.”

He picked up his mobile and texted Krunal, so as to not goof up. Shahs didn’t smell anything fishy, as Atharva and Krunal had been close friends over the years and used to be together often.

Usually, Atharva would just laze around on Sunday mornings, re energising himself for the week ahead. But today, he was feeling invigorated, experiencing a different high. Minish saw the twinkle in his brother’s eye and fervently prayed to God to not crush his  expectations. Atharva clean shaved, and then stood in front of his cupboard contemplating what to wear. As such, he was a spendthrift and believed in abundance. Even then, he had to scour through his clothes, choosing carefully. Finally, he wore a smart ‘Nautica’ t shirt  with navy and sea green stripes teamed with midnight blue jeans and was ready to move.

It was a little above 11 a.m. Minish gave him a brotherly hug and wished him luck. He reminded him to call up someone so that everything works out smoothly. But Atharva said, “No.. will text. Can’t afford to talk.”
Minish responded, “Keep me updated.”

Atharva nodded, came out, took the car keys, waved at Shankar and his parents, saying, “Might get late, please don’t wait for me… will keep you informed.”
He had never felt so nervous in his life, knowing that this was a bold step, but then he had always been very firm with his decisions.

On the other hand, Vermas were almost halfway through the journey. Shruti had been unusually quiet that day, brooding over the events of the past few days. Usually, she would sing along whenever the music was on, but today she was lost in her own world. Her mind kept replaying her mother’s advice… it was only after the talk with her that she had been ridden with remorse about her behaviour. She was feeling helpless, not knowing how to convey about it to Atharva, and once again cursed herself for being impulsive.

Rohan was in for a surprise, but then he had been expecting it all along. He cleared his throat and got Shruti out of her reverie. He thought of a plan. “Shruti, at around 4 p.m., please be ready. I just got a message from Vikram that he and Priyanka have made up a plan to meet up in the evening, along with the gang.”
Shruti made a wry face and pleaded, “ Rohan… not today please. I am not in a mood.”
He insisted,  “Don’t be a spoilt sport Shru. I am sure you will thank me later, but I am not listening to a no.”

She didn’t have the capacity to argue and left it at that. Maybe she will be able to divulge her dilemma with Priyanka and feel better.

Although they were very frank in their family, he had been specifically asked to keep it confidential, and he just couldn’t refuse. He hoped Shruti had analysed the situation from all perspectives and would behave better. They reached home at 1 p.m. Nobody had been willing to eat out.. so Mrs Verma prepared a quick simple meal. Shruti helped her mom to cut the veggies and salad. By 2 p.m., they were done and Mr Verma left for the meeting. Shruti’s mom asked her to help her in the house chores, while Rohan went out and got the daily essentials.

Rohan came back and checked on Shruti, reminding her not to be late. She said she will talk with Priyanka, when Rohan interrupted her, “Arey you please don’t waste time in calling. You are anyways gonna meet na… talk all that you want then. You better start dressing up.. ek ghantaa mat lagaana like always.”
Shruti warned him with a scathing look, “Ya ya fine.. no need to taunt me every time.”

She decided to wear a red top with a long navy and white striped flowy skirt and ironed it fresh as she simply hates those creases which are visible when the clothes are folded. She freshened up with a quick shower, came out and wore the clothes. She was the kinds who found solace in dressing up, and today was one of those days where she really needed to perk up her mood.
Rohan came at the door and knocked. “Shruti.. done?”
She snapped, “arey why are you breathing down my neck today? Will come in 5 mins…”
He teased, “5 mins is not 50 mins.. so better be quick.”
She retorted, “If you keep disturbing me, it might take even more.. so will you please leave?”
He conceded, “Okay okay.. going.”

Shruti took out her small vanity case, and hunted for the soft brown shade that she preferred, dabbed a little translucent powder, applied eye liner and she was done. Then, she opened her shoe rack which had more than a dozen sandals, and selected her favourite black wedge heels.
She gave her hair a brush one last time, checked herself in the mirror and moved out. She was in better spirits and was actually looking forward to meet up with their friends. They both informed their mom who was lying down in her room, that they were leaving. Rohan checked the time; it was 3.45 p.m. It would take him at least 20 mins to reach the café that had been decided.

Atharva was still driving when he received a text, “Reaching in 15 mins.”
He replied immediately, “Thank you.. waiting.”

Rohan generally said, keeping his tone casual, “How are you feeling about Atharva now?”
Shruti sheepishly replied, “I don’t know what came over me… I think I need to apologise to him, but don’t know how. I overlooked what he went through. In spite of me treating him so rudely, he was very courteous to me. Am really in a soup this time.”

Rohan heaved a sigh of relief and was elated that finally Shruti realised her folly. They reached, and Rohan parked the car outside Coffee Culture café. Shruti was about to get down, when Rohan said, “Shru.. you go ahead. I will join you in a while.”
She looked at him quizzically and asked, “Where to now?”
He faked an exasperated look and said, “Do I need to inform you everything? You go ahead… they must have come… I will join you in a while.”

Shruti went inside, hunting for Priyanka and Vikram. Just as she was about to call Priyanka to know about her whereabouts, someone tapped on her shoulder lightly, and said, “Hello…”

Shruti completely lost her balance and was about to fall down at the unexpected presence, when that person instinctively held her by her hand to support her. Both felt as if electric shock waves ran through their body, although for a second, as she blurted, “What are you doing here?!”

To be continued….

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