The grand hall of the haveli was alive with excitement. The sparkling chandeliers cast a warm glow on the intricately decorated space. Soft music played in the background, mingling with the hum of laughter and chatter. The floral arrangements-roses, marigolds, and jasmine-gave the air a sweet, refreshing fragrance.

Mokshi stood at the top of the staircase, her heart racing as she peeked at the crowd below. Everyone was here: friends, family, and loved ones. Yet, her eyes searched for only one face-Sahil. He was down there, waiting for her, looking dashing in his traditional attire, laughing with Yug and Krish.

She adjusted her brown lehenga, which was adorned with intricate golden embroidery, catching the light beautifully. The outfit, like all the others, was designed by Liv, who had outdone herself. The dark hue complemented Mokshi's glowing complexion, and the heavy dupatta rested gracefully over her shoulder.

*Mokshi's outfit*
Liv (nudging her): "Stop staring at your fiancé like a love-struck heroine. Chalo, it's time."

Gauri : "Haan, Mokshi! Sahil kahin bhaag gaya toh mat kehna humne warn nahi kiya tha."

Mokshi (rolling her eyes): "Bhaagna toh tumhare Krish ko chahiye. Tumhare drama ke saamne uska patience kaise kaam karta hai, mujhe samajh nahi aata."

Gauri cringed and saw Liv adjusting her pink indo-western attire-a fusion of flowy pants paired with a contemporary crop top and a stylish shrug draped elegantly around her. Her look radiated boldness, perfectly suiting her confident personality.

*Lavanya's outfit*
Dora, meanwhile, wore a stunning beige anarkali suit that flared around her like a dream. The intricate mirror work on her outfit sparkled as she moved, and her braided hairstyle added to the traditional charm.

*Gauri's outfit*
Mokshi let out a nervous breath as she stepped down the stairs, her best friends flanking her. She couldn't help but notice Rushi, dressed in a light blue saree. The color complemented her milky skin, which seemed to glisten under the chandelier lights. The simplicity of the saree was balanced by the delicate silver border, and her soft curls framed her glowing face.

*Rushika's outfit*

The crowd's chatter hushed as Mokshi entered the hall, all eyes turning to admire her. Sahil looked up, and his breath caught. She was radiant, glowing with happiness and nerves. Their eyes met, and for a moment, the world seemed to fade away.

Krish (nudging Sahil): "Bhai, sambhal ke. Agar tum behosh ho gaye, toh engagement cancel ho jayegi."

Sahil (grinning): "Tension mat le. Main toh is moment ko aur cherish kar raha hoon."
Mokshi stood at the top of the staircase, her heart racing as she peeked at the crowd below. Everyone was here: friends, family, and loved ones. Yet, her eyes searched for only one face-Sahil. He was down there, waiting for her, looking dashing in his cream open Jodhpuri suit that fit him perfectly. The intricate golden buttons and subtle embroidery on the collar highlighted his regal yet modern look, and he exuded effortless charm as he laughed with Yug and Krish.

*Sahil's outfit"
Yug, on the other hand, looked crisp and elegant in a classic white kurta paired with a matching churidar. The minimalism of his attire complemented his calm and grounded demeanor, though his playful smirk suggested he was up to some mischief.

*Yugant's outfit*
Krish, standing beside them, wore a pista-green kurta with delicate thread work, paired with a cream-colored churidar. His vibrant attire matched his lively personality, and the glint in his eyes made it clear he was ready to roast anyone who crossed his path

*Krisha's outfit*
As Mokshi approached him, Sahil extended his hand. She placed hers in his, and he whispered just loud enough for her to hear:

Sahil: "Tum hamesha itni khoobsurat lagti ho ya aaj kuch zyada hi effort dala hai?"

Mokshi (teasing): "Tum lucky ho jo mujhe mile ho. Aur tum?"

Sahil: "Main toh lucky tha, hoon, aur rahunga."

The pandit began the rituals, chanting mantras as everyone gathered around the beautifully decorated platform. Yug and Krish were busy passing light-hearted comments, making Sahil grin even during the serious moments.

Panditji: "Ab dono ek dusre ko angoothi pehnayenge."

Mokshi took a deep breath as Dora, love and Rushi handed her the ring. She looked at Sahil, her hands trembling slightly as she slid the ring onto his finger. The crowd erupted into cheers and claps.

When it was Sahil's turn, Krish whispered loudly:

Krish: "Bhai, soch lo. Last chance hai."

Sahil (grinning): "Tum jitna chaho, utna socho. Main toh sure hoon."

He gently took Mokshi's hand, his confidence unwavering, and slid the ring onto her finger.

The applause was deafening, the cheers unstoppable, as the couple exchanged a look full of love and promises.

The engagement ceremony had ended beautifully, leaving everyone in high spirits. The poolside was lit with fairy lights, and the calm water reflected their soft glow. Everyone had gathered around, lounging on comfortable chairs and bean bags, sipping on glasses of fruit punch and snacking on light bites. The cool breeze carried the sound of their laughter as they reminisced about old memories.

Krish (sipping his punch): "Yaar, aaj ki shaam toh kamaal ki thi. Lekin mujhe ek baat samajh nahi aati."

Liv (raising an eyebrow): "Kya baat, Krish? Ab kis pe roast ka target lagana hai?"

Krish: "Nahi yaar, mujhe yeh samajh nahi aata ki Sahil aur Mokshi ke age gap ka kabhi kisi ne mention kyun nahi kiya?"

The group fell silent for a moment, and then Rushi's eyes widened.

Isha (sahil's cousin and apparently krish and gauri's college mate) : "Wait... how big is the age gap?"

Rushi(snickering): "Bas suno toh. Sahil is 9 years older than Mokshi."

Yug (spitting his drink in shock): "Kya? NINE years? Bhai, tumhara to pura ek generation ka farak hai!"

Mokshi (rolling her eyes): "Oh, please! Age is just a number. Tum log drama mat banao."

Dora: "Arey, drama hum nahi, tum logon ne kiya hai. Batao, Sahil bhai, tab kya chal raha tha jab tum 18 ke the aur Mokshi 9 ki?"

Sahil (laughing): "Kuch nahi yaar, tab main apne college ka topper tha aur Mokshi... hmm, she was busy being a drama queen in her 4th grade."

Mokshi (throwing a cushion at him): "Shut up, Sahil!"

The group burst into laughter, and Yug decided to tease Mokshi further.

Yug: "Rushi, socho zara. Jab Sahil college ka fresher tha, tab Mokshi apni first Barbie kharid rahi thi. Epic hai, yaar!"

Isha: "Aur jab Mokshi bhabhi ne apni 10th ki padhai shuru ki, tab Sahil bhai ne apna pehla business launch kiya hoga."

Liv: "Mujhe lagta hai, Mokshi ke school projects ke liye Sahil bro ne hi expert advice di hogi!"

Everyone erupted into laughter as Mokshi tried to defend herself.
Rushi: "Yaar, woh terrace wali baatein yaad hain? Jab hum tino apni connected terraces ke walls jump karke ek dusre ko surprise karte the?"

Mokshi (smiling brightly): "Haan! Especially on your birthdays, Rushi. Kitna maza aata tha tujhe surprise karne mein!"

Yug: "Aur yaad hai jab Rushi ke parents hamesha terrace pe lock lagane ki dhamki dete the, kyunki hum log bina permission ke walls pe chadte rehte the?"

Rushi (laughing): "Haan, lekin tum dono kabhi rukte the? Tumhare surprises ke wajah se main har birthday pe roz daant kha leti thi!"

The group chuckled, imagining little versions of Mokshi, Yug, and Rushi sneaking around the terraces.
Mokshi: "Aur woh late-night video game sessions yaad hai, Yug? Tera room humare liye gaming zone ban jata tha."

Yug (grinning): "Woh mere room mein chupke ghusna, parents ko lagta tha hum so rahe hain. Aur andar hum Mario aur Contra khelte rehte the!"

Rushi (teasing): "Haan, aur tum hamesha cheat codes use karke mujhe harate the!"

Mokshi (nudging Yug): "Aur teri woh chips ka secret stash? Woh hamesha khatam kaise hota tha?"

Yug (rolling his eyes): "Tum dono mujhe bhookha chhod dete the, aur mere stash ka raaz bhi khol diya ab!"
Liv (smiling wistfully): "Tum log toh bade maasti karte the. Mujhe yaad hai jab main Europe gaya tha apne fashion designing course ke liye, tum sab kitne sad the."

Rushi: "Liv, tujhe pata hai, uske baad terrace wali masti bilkul bandh ho gayi thi. Woh connected terrace bhi kitni khali lagti thi."

Mokshi (nodding): "Aur mujhe kitna rona aaya tha jab tu airport ke liye nikli thi. Tujhse contact mein rehna itna mushkil tha."

Liv's eyes grew soft, and she reached out to hold Mokshi's hand. "I missed you guys so much, tum log mere liye family jaise the."

Rushi: "Aur Gauri ke parents ki death ke baad toh sab kuch hi badal gaya tha."

Gauri looked down, her fingers fidgeting with her bracelet.

Gauri (quietly): "Mujhe sambhalne ke liye Mumbai jaana pada. I couldn't face anyone. Tum sab ke beech aana mushkil lagta tha."

Krish (who had been quietly listening, shocked): "Wait... tum orphan ho?"

Everyone turned to Gauri, who looked up at Krish, surprised.

Gauri (nodding softly): "Haan, Krish. Mere parents ka ek accident mein death ho gaya tha jab main 14 ki thi."

The group fell silent, the weight of her words settling over them.

Mokshi (placing a hand on her shoulder): "But now you're here, Gauri. Tumhe pata hai na, hum sab tere liye hamesha the aur hamesha rahenge."

Krish silently watched her, admiration and a newfound respect for her strength growing within him.
Yug (changing the mood): "Aur sahab Sahil bhai, yaad hai jab tum Mokshi se milne chhup chhup ke aate the?"

Sahil (grinning): "Yaad hai? Woh toh mujhe kabhi bhool hi nahi sakta. Tum dono jaise partners-in-crime ke bina toh Mokshi se milna mushkil hota."

Rushi (giggling): "Haan, ek baar toh humne tumhare liye gate pe guard ko distract kiya tha, aur tum andar terrace tak chhupke gaye the!"

Mokshi (laughing): "Aur ek baar terrace pe mujhe chocolates dene aaye the, aur meri mom aa gayi thi!"

Sahil: "Tumhare Yug aur Rushi ne tab meri jaan bachayi thi!"

The group laughed, their bond evident as they relived the escapades of their youth.
As the others laughed and teased, Krish leaned back in his chair, watching the camaraderie among them.

Krish (to himself): "Yeh log kitne lucky hain. Ek dusre ke saath badi hui yaadon ka jo connection hai, woh toh priceless hai. Inn rishto ko kisi ki nazar na lage"

A soft smile appeared on his face as he took in the warmth and love between the group. For the first time, he realized the depth of the bond that made them more than friends-they were family.

The night continued with more stories, laughter, and teasing, the poolside echoing with the memories of a childhood that had shaped them all.
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