"Hurry up, Anu", Madhu scoffed. The old lady was really contented that finally her daughter was getting married but at the same time she was disappointed at the sudden marriage. A wave of nostalgia hit her as she remembered the day Anvesha was born twenty-nine years ago. Never had she thought that her daughter would grow up so quickly.

"Nothing is done, Papa, I repeat, nothing", Hruday announced as soon as he entered the house. The elder brother who had dreamt of a lavish wedding for his baby sister was pissed off when Anvesha had dropped the bomb suddenly leaving no room for elaborate arrangements.

Debraj, on the other hand, just chuckled as he said, "Hruday, she is getting married finally and I am happy that my daughter has planned her dream wedding as she wants."

Clad in a purple silk sari, Anamika came out all decked up for her sister-in-law's special day when she overheard the conversation. Chuckling, she chimed in dreamily, "Hruday, this impromptu wedding is just fantastic so go and get ready."

Looking at his wife adoringly, Hruday mumbled, "Says the one who wanted a beach wedding”, as he rushed to get ready.

Controlling his laughter, Debraj coaxed his son, "Dear, things will be done by the time we reach there so you get ready."

Anvesha, on the other hand, was on cloud nine as she got ready for her marriage. She was getting married to the love of her life, her Mr. Haughty Shoes who looked adorable when angry. She was waiting to be the wife of the celebrity chef, Mr. Adhyayan Joshi, whom she adored more than her life.

Clad in a bright red bridal Kanjeevaram sari, the radiant bride was indeed, looking remarkable. With her curly locks tied into a neat bun and a loose strand embellishing her face, Anvesha indeed looked flawless. She smiled looking at the reflection of the ecstatic girl in the mirror as she wore her ancestral gold jewelry. With red and golden bangles embellishing her henna-clad hands, Anvesha was truly a simple yet, regal bride. As soon as her parents entered the room, her gorgeous face turned crimson as she smiled shyly.

"I still remember the day when I held you in my arms. My little daughter is grown up so beautifully. God bless you." Debraj said smiling at his daughter as he controlled his tears of happiness and planted a kiss on his daughter's forehead.

Madhu, on the other hand, admired the father-daughter duo as she admired her gorgeous daughter decked up as a breathtaking bride. She couldn't find words to speak so she just hugged her daughter and blessed her.

On the other hand, the Joshis at Adhyayan’s place were getting frantic. Hariprakash, who was annoyed at his son for the sudden announcement of the wedding was looking after the arrangements when his son came up.

Clad in a subtle maroon kurta-pyjama, the celebrity chef was indeed, looking mesmerizing. He chuckled looking at his father while his mother commented, "Adhyayan, my boy, you are looking handsome. Your bride won't be able to take off her eyes from you."

Adhyayan scratched the back of his neck as he blushed at the remark when his mother's words grabbed his attention, "Don't hurt her ever or I will beat you black and blue."

Smiling at his mother, he said, "Mummy, I will never hurt Anvesha and remember, soon you will be beating your grandkids black and blue". Having said this, he scurried away in the direction of his father leaving his mother laughing at her excited son.

Clad in a yellow suit, Parisa whined at her brother, "Why could not you have a big fat wedding? I wanted to dance in your wedding."

Hariprakash joined his daughter as he complained, "Why could not you inform us at least a month ago?"

Adhyayan just chuckled as he winked and said, "It is our wedding and we wanted it this way. A simple registrar marriage followed by offering food to the underprivileged is what we wanted."

Hariprakash melted as he patted the shoulder of his son and said, "I am proud of you".

As the driver drove the Joshis to the registrar office, Adhyayan could not help but smile. He was truly elated after all, he was getting married to his Precious raindrop, Ms. Anvesha Chatterjee, the eminent journalist whom he loved unconditionally. He promised himself to protect his tender girl who appeared strong to the world but was truly a marshmallow inside. He could not wait to be called as Anvesha's husband.

The Joshis and the Chatterjees met in front of the registrar office and exchanged pleasantries. Adhyayan's breath hitched when he saw his enchanting bride clad in the gorgeous bridal attire chosen by him. Anvesha's eyes searched for Adhyayan as she walked out from the car with her sister-in-law Anamika. She gulped as she saw her handsome groom.

Adhyayan and Anvesha smiled at each other and were lost gazing at each other, admiring themselves as a couple with hopes in their eyes to grow old together. Entwining their hands, the excited couple rushed towards the registrar office while their families admired the bonding Anvesha and Adhyayan had.

The gorgeous bride and handsome groom signed the marriage certificate followed by the signatures of their parents, who acted as witnesses. Adhyayan and Anvesha promised each other to stay together forever, supporting each other in their ups as well as downs while the registrar announced them man and wife.

The couple got the much needed privacy in the car when everyone drove towards the temple to take the blessings of the Almighty leaving them all alone to come by another car. Adhyayan, opened the passenger door for his beautiful wife like a chivalrous gentleman as he reminisced their first date. Anvesha, on the other hand, smiled coyly as she blushed under the scrutinizing gaze of her husband realizing that Adhyayan was indeed, the best thing that happened to her.

"You are looking enticing, dear wifey. Thank you for the honor to be your husband." Adhyayan whispered to his wife as Anvesha sat in the car.

Anvesha blushed as the remark while Adhyayan ignited the engine. Gathering courage and controlling the butterflies in her stomach, she countered making sure not to stammer, "You are looking unbelievably handsome, dear husband. I am honored to be your wife."

The couple smiled dreamily as they drove to the temple. As soon as Anvesha and Adhyayan entered the Lakshmi Narayan Temple, they were astonished to see the temple beautifully decorated with exotic roses, and marigolds.

Madhu smiled adoring the couple as she said, "We wanted a traditional wedding too so Hruday arranged all this."

The couple thanked their families as they sat on the pavilion while the priest began chanting the holy sermons. The couple took the vows of togetherness, happiness, prosperity and affection as they circumvented around the holy fire in front of the Almighty. Adhyayan applied the vermilion in Anvesha's hair while their parents showered their blessings on the couple. Bowing in front of the magnificent idols of the Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi, the couple prayed for their happy married life. Both Anvesha and Adhyayan touched the feet of their elders who bestowed their blessings.

The families headed towards one of the posh restaurants managed by Adhyayan where they had planned their lunch. Everyone was actually famished. Rattling off their orders, they were sitting and chit-chatting when Hariprakash Joshi spoke, "Welcome to the family, Anvesha", as he smiled warmly at his daughter-in-law.

Lakshmi smiled as she said, "Adhyayan, don't even think of hurting my daughter", to which Adhyayan smiled as he entwined his left hand to Anvesha's right one under the table and said, "I promise I will never hurt my wife".

Anvesha, on the other hand, could not help but blush as hues of red crept on her cheeks.

"Anu, don't irritate my son", Anvesha's mother spoke. Madhu was happy for her little daughter, Anvesha who had got married today. She was rest assured that Adhyayan would take care of her daughter forever. Anvesha turned scarlet-red as she wondered since when was Adhyayan her mother's son though she felt happy for the bonding between their extended families.

"And Adhyayan, share your problems with my daughter", Anvesha's father instructed his son-in-law wiping his tears emotionally. Being a dutiful husband, a caring father and an experienced man, Debraj was telling his son-in-law that communication of feelings formed the basis of every relationship.

Adhyayan smiled as she promised his father-in-law, "Papa, I will take care of my wife and I promise to ensure we have no misunderstandings".

Hruday, who was sitting beside Anvesha, on one side and his wife on another, chuckled at his brother-in-law as he said, "I pity you, Adhyayan, after all, you tied a knot with a certified fool", earning a smack from both his wife and his sister while his daughter, whom he had held in his arms, pinched his nose.

Adhyayan chuckled as he retorted, "My wife is a gem and thank you, Vidhi for telling this to your father."

Little Vidhi cluelessly smiled blinking her doe-like eyes while looking towards Adhyayan pinching her father's nose again. Hruday just smiled satisfactorily knowing that Adhyayan was indeed, perfect for his little sister while he cooed his daughter.

The elaborated lunch was served and everyone dug into the meals continuing their banter. After the lunch, Adhyayan instructed the assigned cooks to pack the meals for the old-age home and orphanage. As decided earlier, Adhyayan and Anvesha shared their happiness with underprivileged kids and impoverished elders by serving them scrumptious meals. In return, they got innate satisfaction along with myriads of blessings from everyone for their happy married life.

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