Author's pov:

Everyone reached Ananya's house, where the wedding was going to take place. They went aww on the decorations, as every corner was beautifully decorated with marigolds and different types of flowers and leaves. Lights hanging here and there are making them more attractive. 
 
Arpita and Maya made their way to Anu's room, where she was getting decked up for her groom. They opened the door and saw the beautician giving the final touch-up. They were mesmerised, looking at her as she looked like an angel from heaven in her gold-coloured kanjeevaram saree paired up with a red-coloured blouse.

(Anu's wedding attire and look)

Anu turned towards them, twirled around, and asked them, "How do I look?"
 
"You look like an angel, Anu," Arpita said, appling Kajal behind her ear. 
 
"You look so beautiful, Akka. I'm sure Harsh Bava is going to have a tough time," Maya said, giggling. 
 
Anu blushed and looked down. 
 
Anu's mother, Harini, entered the room and looked at her daughter, who was decked up as a bride. She still couldn't believe that her little princess was getting married in a few hours. She hugged Anu and burst into tears. She always pampered Anu to no extent and never said no to her wishes. She didn't agree when Anu wanted to go to Canada, leaving them, but then she understood it was necessary for her daughter. She wiped her tears and kissed her head lovingly.
 
"Come, it's time,"  said Harini.

 
Anu nodded her head and looked in the mirror for the final time. She composed herself and made her way to her groom, who was waiting for her at the altar. 

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Soon, the wedding was complete with all the rituals, and Harsh and Anu were announced as husband and wife, both legally and ritually. They stood for the photo session, giving different poses. Everyone could see the love between the couple. Some blessed them wholeheartedly, while others envied her luck.

Arpita and Maya brought the wedding cake and placed it in front of the couple. Anu squealed like a little girl, looking at the cake, and hugged both of them, while Harsh chuckled looking at her. This is what made him fall deeply for her—her childish nature. 
 
And our Avi was admiring his wife; she prepared the cake despite her tiredness.
 
Harsh asked her if she could prepare the wedding cake for them, as Anu always wanted to cut one during her wedding. But as the time was short and the arrangements were made by their parents, he thought he couldn't make it up. When Maya brought cake for them yesterday, he really loved the taste of the cake. So he asked Maya whether she could make one. She was hesitant at first, as there would be many people. And it would be embarrassing if the cake didn't come out perfectly. But Harsh assured her. He even blackmailed her, saying that they would either cut the cake made by her or they would just drop it. He and Anu even suggested she start a business, as her baking skills are too good and she just needs a little polish.

That's what Vani asked her yesterday. What did she think about starting a business of her own? Anu called her, informed her, and told her to ask Maya. At first, Anu thought of telling Avinav, but then she thought it would be better if Maya told him on her own. 
 
Avi was busy with his work, and by the time Maya went to their room, he was asleep due to tiredness. Maya thought to tell him in the morning, but then they went to Surya's house because of the chaos that happened there. She just told him about the wedding cake while they were returning home. And he encouraged her and assured her not to worry too much. He even helped her while she was baking the cake. This time, like a good boy, he didn't eat the cake, as she was already tense.
 
Avinav called Harsh and asked him about their preferences. Harsh told them to make a simple one.

Harsh and Anu cut the cake together and fed each other. Anu happily fed Maya and thanked her. Maya's tension flew away as soon as she saw the satisfied look on Anu and Harsh's faces.
 
Maya looked at Avi, who showed his thumbs up. She gave him a small smile, moved towards him, and stood beside him. She was adjusting the pallu of her saree while Avi was busy admiring his wife.

Avi pulled her towards him as those small bangs of her hair were disturbing his view. She was startled at first but soon got relaxed, feeling his touch. She glared at him while he gave her a cheeky smile.

Both of them were lost in each other when someone cleared their throats from behind. They turned around and saw Vani and Arpita giving them a teasing look. Maya hugged him, feeling shy, while the three of them chuckled, looking at her.
 
Some people at the venue adored them. They even praised Maya for her baking skills. Vani, Arpita, and Avi felt proud of her. They thought to talk with her after going home. Harini dragged Anu and Harsh to the dance floor, while Nithya (Harsh's mother) dragged Avinav and Maya. Arpita and Vani sat in a corner, looking at them. Yash was at home with the twins. He said he would be at home looking after the twins as he gets less time to spend time with them. Shekar hasn't returned from Mumbai yet.

Avi placed his hands on her waist while she shuddered at the touch of his skin on hers. They slowly swayed their bodies to the music. He saw some men looking at his Bunny, so he pulled her towards him, making her jerk and land on his chest. He held her possessively and gave them a glare. He turned her around, making her back hit his hard chest. He nuzzled his face into her neck, making her weak on her knees. He inhaled the smell of her hair and placed a kiss on her nape, making her clutch his hands tightly. 
 
He then lifted her and twirled her around while she giggled like a kid. He joined his forehead with hers, and both of them stayed like that. Their moment was broken by loud applause. That's when both of them realised that they had an audience. He put her down and rubbed his nape, embarrassed. He blushed a little, and his ears turned red. On the other hand, Maya's condition was no less; she was blushing profusely while looking at the floor as if there was something interesting.

Both of them went towards Vani and Arpita. Maya hugged Arpita, feeling shy. Arpita laughed, looking at her baby sister, and patted her head. Soon they moved to have their dinner as it's already getting late, and Yash must be having a hard time handling those naughty munchkins. Soon, they left for home after informing Anu's and Harsh's families.

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As soon as they reached home, Arpita, Avi, and Maya got settled on the couches lazily, while Vani left for her room. Yash came down after switching on the baby monitor while the twins were sleeping. He came and sat beside Arpita. She snuggled into him, placing her head on his shoulder. He kissed her head and caressed her hair lovingly. 

Arpita: Did they sleep?

Yash: Hmm.

"I missed you", Arpita said, pecking his lips.

"I missed you too," Yash said, pulling her more into him.

Avi looked at the couple in front of him with adoration. Fifteen years of their relationship and five years of their marriage, and they still behave as newlyweds.
 
"Oy, go and change and sleep. You guys must be tired," Yash said, picking up Arpita in his arms while she put her arms around his neck.

"We will definitely sleep. But I guess that doesn't apply to you both," Avi said, picking up Maya in his arms, who was fast asleep.

Arpita blushed, listening to him.

"Please keep your voice low; otherwise, my two munchkins sleep will get disturbed. Or if you want, I can take both of them to my room, you see," Avi said, winking at them.
 
Listening to this, Arpita hid her face in Yash's neck.
 
"Shut up, you idiot. I'll definitely get my day," Yash said, moving towards his room, not before telling Avi to take the twins to his room while Arpita pinched his hands.
 
Avinav shook his head at them and moved towards his room with his sleeping beauty in his arms. He opened the door with his leg, made her lie on the bed properly, and went to change.
He came after getting freshened up and changing into nightwear and saw Maya tucking the twins into bed. He chuckled, came and sat beside them, and told her to go and change. Soon she came after changing and slept on her side. Avi kissed three of their heads, and soon they went into deep slumber.

Keep smiling and take care ❤️