One day, a few weeks later, amidst a lively celebration organized by their friends for their wedding, Reethu found herself engrossed in conversation with Ritika and Sammy, Rohit Sharma's wife and daughter. They shared laughs and stories, enjoying each other's company amidst the joyful atmosphere.

As they chatted, Reethu felt a gentle tug on her dupatta, causing her to turn around with a surprised laugh. Shubman stood there, a mischievous twinkle in his eyes as he playfully pulled on her dupatta while walking past her.

"Hey!" Reethu exclaimed, her laughter bubbling up as she attempted to untangle herself from his playful antics.

Shubman flashed her a grin, his eyes dancing with amusement. "Just couldn't resist," he teased, his voice filled with affection as he winked at her.

Ritika and Sammy joined in on the laughter, enjoying the playful exchange between the newlyweds. "You two are too cute," Ritika remarked, her eyes twinkling with warmth as she watched them.

Sammy nodded enthusiastically, her young eyes wide with admiration. "I wish Mommy and Daddy were like you guys," she piped in, her innocent words drawing a chuckle from the group.

Reethu's heart swelled with love at Sammy's words, feeling grateful for the bond she shared with Shubman. "We're just lucky to have each other," she replied, her gaze softening as she looked at Shubman.

Just then, the photographer caught sight of the sweet moment unfolding before him, quickly raising his camera to capture the scene. With a click of the shutter, he immortalized the playful interaction between Shubman and Reethu, preserving it as a cherished memory for years to come.
As the celebration continued, Shubman and Reethu found themselves surrounded by laughter, music, and the warmth of their friends and family. With each moment that passed, their bond grew stronger, their love shining brightly for all to see.

Amidst the lively atmosphere, Shubman caught Reethu's eye from across the room, a playful glint in his gaze. With a mischievous grin, he extended his hand, inviting her to join him on the dance floor.

Reethu's heart fluttered with excitement as she accepted his invitation, allowing him to lead her into a lively dance. Their movements were fluid and graceful, a reflection of the deep connection they shared.

As they twirled and spun to the music, their laughter mingled with the sounds of the celebration, filling the air with joy and happiness. At that moment, there was only them – lost in the magic of their love and the beauty of the night.

As the song came to an end, Shubman pulled Reethu close, pressing a tender kiss to her forehead. "I love you," he whispered, his voice filled with sincerity.Reethu smiled up at him, her heart overflowing with love. "I love you too," she replied, her voice a soft declaration of their eternal bond.
As Reethu engaged in conversation with Anushka, she couldn't help but feel a sense of warmth and familiarity wash over her. Holding Anushka and Virat's daughter, Vamika, in her arms, Reethu felt a deep sense of joy as she interacted with the adorable little girl.

Anushka smiled warmly at Reethu, her eyes reflecting the deep bond they shared as friends. "She seems to have taken quite a liking to you," Anushka remarked, her voice filled with affection.

Reethu chuckled softly, her heart melting at the sight of Vamika's innocent smile. "She's such a sweetheart," Reethu replied, her voice tinged with fondness as she gently rocked Vamika in her arms.

Meanwhile, Shubman and Virat watched from afar, their hearts swelling with pride and love as they observed their better halves interacting with each other and Vamika. They exchanged a knowing glance, their eyes shining with adoration for the women they cherished.

As the conversation between Reethu and Anushka continued, Vamika reached out and tugged on Reethu's earrings, causing her to turn with a surprised laugh. Reethu's eyes twinkled with amusement as she gently addressed Vamika, her words filled with gentle affection.

"Careful there, sweetheart," Reethu said softly, her voice tender as she adjusted her earrings. "Those are my favorite ones."

Vamika giggled in response, her innocent laughter filling the air with joy. Reethu couldn't help but smile at the sound, feeling a deep sense of happiness at the precious moment they shared.

With a loving gesture, Reethu leaned down to press a kiss to Vamika's cheek, eliciting another round of giggles from the adorable little girl. In that moment, surrounded by love and laughter, Reethu felt grateful for the beautiful connections she had in her life – both old and new.

Meanwhile, across the room, Shubman joined the circle of his teammates, including Rohit Sharma, KL Rahul, Hardik Pandya, Ishan Kishan, and Shreyas Iyer. The atmosphere was filled with camaraderie and laughter as they exchanged stories and jokes, their bond as teammates stronger than ever.

"So, Shubman, how does it feel to be a married man?" Rohit asked with a playful grin, nudging him lightly.

Shubman chuckled, his eyes shining with happiness. "It feels incredible, Rohit. I'm truly blessed to have Reethu by my side," he replied, his voice filled with sincerity.

KL Rahul chimed in, his smile warm and genuine. "You two make a perfect couple," he remarked, his words echoed by nods of agreement from the others.

Hardik nudged Ishan with a grin. "Looks like it's your turn next, buddy," he teased, eliciting laughter from the group.

Ishan's cheeks flushed with embarrassment, but he couldn't help but smile at the playful banter. "Let's see about that," he replied with a grin, his eyes sparkling with mischief.

As they continued to chat and share laughs, Shubman couldn't help but feel grateful for the camaraderie he shared with his teammates. They were more than just friends – they were like family, always there to support and encourage each other both on and off the field.
With a mischievous glint in his eyes, Shubman couldn't resist teasing Ishan about his relationship with Aditi. "So, Ishan, when are you going to pop the question to Aditi?" he asked with a playful smirk, earning chuckles from the rest of the group.

Ishan's cheeks turned a shade of pink as he laughed nervously, feeling the spotlight suddenly shift to him. "Oh, come on, Shubman, you know I'm working up to it," he replied, trying to play it cool despite the teasing.

Rohit leaned in with a knowing grin. "Ishan, you better not keep her waiting too long. Aditi's a catch, mate," he advised, earning nods of agreement from the others.

Shubman clapped Ishan on the back with a friendly grin. "Listen to the man, Ishan. You don't want to let a good thing slip away," he said, his tone filled with genuine encouragement.

Ishan chuckled nervously, feeling the pressure from his friends but also a sense of excitement at the thought of taking the next step with Aditi. "Alright, alright, I'll make sure to plan something special," he promised, his smile widening with determination.

As the evening progressed, the conversation shifted to lighter topics, and the group of boys continued to share stories and jokes, enjoying each other's company. Shubman and his teammates laughed and reminisced about past matches, memorable moments on the field, and the camaraderie they shared as part of the team.

Amidst the laughter and banter, Shubman noticed Ishan stealing glances at his phone, a thoughtful expression on his face. Sensing an opportunity for more playful teasing, Shubman leaned in with a grin. 

"Planning the big proposal already, Ishan?" he teased, nudging him lightly. Ishan's cheeks flushed with embarrassment as he chuckled nervously. "Maybe," he replied, trying to play it cool despite the teasing.

Hardik, always quick to jump in with a joke, couldn't resist adding his own quip. "Better make sure it's a good one, Ishan. Aditi won't say yes to just anything," he teased, earning a round of laughter from the group.

Ishan rolled his eyes playfully, but there was a glint of excitement in his eyes as he thought about the prospect of proposing to Aditi. "I'll make sure it's something she'll never forget," he declared with determination, his smile widening with anticipation.

As Shubman took a sip of his drink, he couldn't help but glance around the room, taking in the lively atmosphere of the celebration. His gaze landed on Reethu, who was engaged in conversation with Anushka and Ritika across the room. Their eyes met, and Reethu flashed him a radiant smile, her eyes sparkling with love and affection.

Feeling a rush of warmth flood his cheeks, Shubman couldn't suppress the grin that spread across his face. He raised his glass in a silent toast to her, his heart swelling with love for the woman who had captured his heart.

Suddenly, Reethu blew him a playful kiss from across the room, causing Shubman's cheeks to flush an even deeper shade of red. His friends, noticing the exchange, erupted into laughter, their teasing remarks echoing around him.

"Looks like someone's got a secret admirer," Rohit teased, nudging Shubman playfully as he winked at him.

Hardik chimed in with a chuckle. "Shubman, you're turning as red as a tomato!" he exclaimed, earning more laughter from the group.

Shubman couldn't help but laugh along with them, his embarrassment tempered by the undeniable warmth he felt at Reethu's playful gesture. "Alright, alright, you got me," he admitted with a sheepish grin, taking another sip of his drink to hide his flushed cheeks.

As the teasing continued, Shubman couldn't help but feel grateful for the love and laughter that surrounded him. And amidst the playful banter and camaraderie, he knew that he was exactly where he was meant to be – surrounded by friends who cared for him and a love that filled his heart with joy.

Amidst the playful banter and laughter of his friends, Shubman couldn't shake off the feeling of warmth and affection that Reethu's gesture had sparked within him. Despite the teasing, he found himself smiling uncontrollably, his heart swelling with love for his fiancée.

With a playful roll of his eyes, Shubman couldn't resist defending himself. "Hey, give me a break, guys," he retorted, his grin betraying his embarrassment. "You'd be blushing too if your partner sent you a flying kiss across the room!"

His friends erupted into more laughter, enjoying the playful back-and-forth. Anushka, who had caught wind of the exchange, joined in on the teasing with a knowing smile. "Looks like you've got yourself quite the romantic," she teased, shooting a playful wink in Shubman's direction.

Shubman's cheeks flushed even deeper at Anushka's remark, but he couldn't deny the truth in her words. He felt incredibly lucky to have Reethu in his life, and her sweet gesture had only reinforced that feeling.

As the night wore on, the teasing eventually subsided, but the warmth and camaraderie among the group remained. Shubman savoured every moment, grateful for the love and laughter that filled the room.

And as he stole glances at Reethu throughout the evening, he knew that their love was something truly special – a bond that would only continue to grow stronger with each passing day. 

As Shubman and Reethu made their way home, the excitement of the evening still lingered in the air between them. Their steps were light, their hearts full of love and laughter from the celebrations with friends and teammates.

Upon entering their house, Shubman couldn't resist the urge to sweep Reethu off her feet. With a playful grin, he twirled her around in a graceful motion, eliciting delighted laughter from her lips.

Reethu giggled with joy as she spun in Shubman's arms, feeling weightless and carefree in his embrace. Her eyes sparkled with happiness as she looked up at him, her love for him shining brightly in the soft glow of the lights.

"Shubman, you're such a romantic," she exclaimed, her voice filled with warmth and affection.

Shubman smiled down at her, his heart swelling with love. "Only for you, my love," he replied, his voice soft with sincerity as he gently set her back on her feet.

As they stood there, wrapped in each other's arms, they knew that they were home – not just in the physical sense, but in the comforting embrace of their love for one another.

With a contented sigh, Shubman pressed a tender kiss to Reethu's forehead, savouring the sweetness of the moment. "I love you," he whispered, his words a solemn vow of devotion.

Reethu smiled up at him, her eyes brimming with affection. "And I love you," she replied, her voice filled with unwavering certainty.

In that moment, surrounded by the warmth and love of their home, Shubman and Reethu knew that they were exactly where they were meant to be – together, forever and always. And as they embraced each other tightly, they knew that their love would continue to light up their lives, guiding them through every moment, every joy, and every challenge that lay ahead.

With a graceful twirl, Shubman's arms encircled Reethu, lifting her up in a dance of pure delight. Reethu's laughter echoed throughout the room, a symphony of joy that filled their home with warmth and happiness.

"Careful, Shubman! Don't drop me," Reethu teased, her eyes twinkling with mirth as she wrapped her arms around his neck, trusting him completely.

Shubman's laughter mingled with hers, the sound a harmonious melody that echoed off the walls. "Never, my love," he promised, his voice filled with adoration as he spun her around with effortless grace.

As they danced, time seemed to stand still, enveloping them in a cocoon of love and happiness. The soft glow of the lights cast a warm, golden hue over the room, illuminating their faces with a soft radiance.

With each step, each movement, Shubman and Reethu felt their bond grow stronger, their love for each other deepening with every beat of their hearts. At that moment, there was nothing else in the world but the two of them lost in the magic of their love.

As the dance came to an end, Shubman gently set Reethu down, their eyes locked in a tender gaze that spoke volumes without the need for words. In the silence that followed, they basked in the glow of their love, grateful for the precious moments they shared together.

"I could dance with you forever," Shubman whispered, his voice soft with emotion as he brushed a strand of hair away from Reethu's face.  Reethu smiled, her heart overflowing with love. "Me too," she replied, her voice a gentle echo of his sentiment.

With a tender smile, Reethu gently urged Shubman towards the bedroom, her hand entwined with his as she guided him forward. "Come on, love, it's time to get some rest," she said softly, her voice filled with affectionate concern. "You have practice tomorrow, remember?"

Shubman nodded, a hint of reluctance flickering in his eyes as he followed her lead. "I know, I know," he replied, his voice tinged with exhaustion. "But I could stay up all night with you."

Reethu's heart melted at his words, her love for him swelling with every moment. "As much as I'd love that, you need your rest," she said gently, her fingers brushing against his cheek in a tender caress.

With a resigned sigh, Shubman relented, allowing Reethu to lead him towards the bedroom. As they entered the cozy sanctuary of their shared space, a sense of peace washed over them, enveloping them in its comforting embrace.

Reethu helped Shubman change into his sleepwear, her touch gentle and loving as she tucked him into bed. "There you go, my love," she said softly, pressing a lingering kiss to his forehead. "Sleep well."

Shubman smiled up at her, his eyes reflecting the depth of his gratitude. "Thank you, Reethu," he murmured, his voice filled with warmth. "For everything."

With a final tender glance, Reethu turned off the lights and joined Shubman in bed, wrapping her arms around him in a loving embrace. As they settled into the comfort of each other's arms, they knew that no matter what tomorrow brought, they would face it together, united in their love and devotion.

And as they drifted off to sleep, the gentle rhythm of their breathing filling the room, they knew that they were exactly where they were meant to be – 

In each other's arms, forever and always.

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