Ranvijay

I have been waiting for this moment , I don't know since how long. Ananya is mine now officially . I couldn't hold my happiness. Walking  towards my room I kept smiling like a teenager. But my happiness was short lived as all my female cousins and Raksha stood in front of the door. Its a ritual where grooms sisters can ask anything from their brother and once he fulfill their wish he is allowed to enter the room of awaiting bride.  I was in no mood to bargain and that earned me a lot of hooting. The only bad thing was that Raksha stood there as if performing a formality . I didn't wanted to create a scene so I too ignored. 

My cousins literally robbed me off all my money before giving me the permission to enter my own suite. Once inside I locked it firmly, can't trust the little trouble makers. Moving to my bedroom , I looked around. Not finding her around the decorated room , my eyes turned to the porch. There in the middle she stood like a forlorn nymph. The sparkles on her orange dress made her form look a celestial goddess. When it comes to Ananya, my body has its own mind . She had her back to me and I know she is aware of my arrival. The way she stands stiff gives away her mind too quickly. Walking to her I stood behind my beloved wife without leaving any space between us. Lose strands of her hair danced around in the wind caressing my face slightly . I kissed the back of her head, she gave no reaction My arms went around her middle and I pulled her back to my front. But one thing surprised me, why isn't she pushing me away. I smiled at the realization, she was waiting for me to pass out due to tablets. That was a smart move making me have tablets with dessert. But little did she know I hardly sleep.I couldn't, my life is way to complicated than it looks. ''Nice try Ananya''She went stiff and cold . I waited her to speak but she didn't I kissed back of her head, placing my chin on her shoulder I kissed the side of her small temple, my lips then moved to her soft and plump cheek . Finally my lips found their favourite place, the hollow of her neck. She squirmed , I knew she wasn't comfortable but I couldn't stand the distance and my grip turned strong. ''You acquired a lot of detail on me, but you forgot half baked knowledge is harmful. I am an insomniac, my nights go in reading or pursuing some other hobbies which I like. Tablets can't make me sleep , trust me I have tried them all''

Busy feeling her soft supple skin I recalled the event few hours ago. I have been bought up to stay alert, we can't depend on body guards to protect us everywhere. After our dance , I watched Ananya walking back to the table. She had immense confidence then. Actually , that confidence of hers had made me doubt her intentions . few guests came and congratulated me and I got busy, but never left my focus on my naughty little bride. She had her hands under the table. Her expression were like that of using a little extra strength to tore something. She lowered her eyes towards her hands and then I saw the sliver wrapper that she left on the floor. I walked around her chair intentionally and then kicked the wrapper a bit in my direction before picking it up I read the name. All I could mutter was; ''cute''. She needed a lot of training hiding those expressions of hers.

Coming back I buried my face in her neck deep, I wish she knows how important she is to me. One person in this whole god damm Palace, whom I call as only mine. I know she doesn't like me and I am  not going to force. But holding her gives me the calmness I never found. In that silence of night all I could hear was her thudding heart. She shivered, making my senses losing all their focus. Turning her around I made her face me, but darn. She refused to look up. I am dying to look into those dark eyes , I want to see my reflection in those beautiful iris of hers. I seriously don't feel like torturing her more, but the little stunt she pulled today deserves a pay back

My hand went to her stole tucked in her skirt, pulling it off I let it drop on the stony floor. Again my body seems to defy my head , my knuckles took the liberty to feel her exposed skin. As I brushed my hand on her waist she stepped back, with my every step towards her she moved back.

I realized where she was going ''Ananya'' warning her I pulled her to me. Had she slipped, no I don't even want to imagine that scenario. She looked at me a little confused and then turned away. I felt her body shivering . Enough, I can't trouble her more. Will tell her right away , that I will wait. Scooping her up I placed her on the edge of the bed. I handed her a glass of water which she refused. Looking at her state , I decided to give her few minutes to calm down, meanwhile I had get rid of these throttling clothes.

Moving close the dresser I took my jacket off. I was about to go in but then decided to convey my message to Anu. I wanted her at ease. As I turned , I found her shaking badly holding her head. Her eyes drooped and lips parted. She was passing out, rushing to her I closed my arms around her. ''Anu '' I called out softly but got no response. She was still in my arms, lifting her up I placed her on the middle of the bed. Moving quickly to my shelf I pulled out the small BP monitor, her blood pressure and pulse seemed normal. I placed my palm on her forehead, the body temperature seemed normal. She was warmer than before. To be sure I dialled the family doctor, and asked him to come immediately but in private. I didn't wanted anyone in the family to know. Hemant bought the doctor to my suite  he said she might have passed out due to stress and tiredness. He just injected her so that she could sleep soundly.

After doc left I smiled turning to my lady on bed. Sitting beside her , I caressed her cheek and forehead, my thumb moved on the softness of her cheek and then her plump lips. She is so breathtaking and only mine.  Gently removing her necklace and earrings  I undid her hair. ''Do you even known how strongly I feel for you. I wish you hear this .Ananya , I like you for who you are, a brave beautiful soul. When females flock around me, you decided to treat me like a trash. But what made me go nuts was your devotion towards your family. I would have never hurt your brother or your parents even if you would have escaped.That's not me. But you came back, keeping your fears aside, with bleeding knees and bruised arms. You gave yourself up. '' Cupping her cheek I spoke to her sleeping form; ''I fell for that gesture hard. You are unique just like you name, Ananya'' Placing my forehead against hers, I closed my eyes. Her breath came rhythmically. I watched her don't know for how long, then I touched her long tresses spread on the pillow. I should leave , I don't want her scared in the morning. Next moment I decided to lay next to her for few more minutes. Lifting her head gently , I placed it on my shoulder, pulling her softly against my chest. ''Please don't fear me Ananya, I love the one who fights me . I will never hurt you. I promise.

I want to and I should leave the bed, but at the same time I don't want to or I can't. Mechanically I turned the knob turning the lights dim. I tugged the silken rope next to bedpost , letting the netted curtain fall around us. This was my home, with my sweet little Anu. I don't when my eyes turned heavy and sleep embraced me after years.

I covered my eyes when I felt sudden brightness. Wait!! Morning?? I didn't intend to sleep next to her whole night, but it happened. Above that , I slept. For good 5 hours. I was now on my back , turning my eyes to Ananya, I found her in deep slumber. He hand clutching my shirt. I should move, before she wakes up. I tried to be as gentle as I could, she rubbed her nose and I froze. Once she settled I tried again but to my bad luck she opened her eyes. She watched me for few seconds, as if trying to recognize who I was and then she jumped up to fall on me again. ''Ouch!!! Easy Anu''

Kicking punching stomping me with her limbs she jumped off the bed; ''you brute, you promised to give me time and here you are trying to take advantage of my unconscious form'' And my girl is back

''Did I? Why don't you go and check yourself. Check if you see any marks or feel any kind of pain'' Her eyes widened and cheeks turned dark. Punching me once on the stomach she ran inside the washroom. Taking a deep breath , I rested my arms behind my head. Every morning is going to be some kind of fireworks for me. Now I am grinning being all alone in the room. I heard the door click and turned my eyes. She had freshened up and looked like a morning daisy , making me go all dreamy 

Ignoring me nobly she walked to her suitcase with her chin up. Next 10 min, I found her struggling with the lock. I know this is her nervousness. I moved to her and held the suitcase, her gripped turned strong and she pulled it towards hers. ''Ananya! I am just helping'' pulling it off her hands I asked her the numeric code, which she couldn't recall. Hence, I had to reset. ''There, all yours wifey''

''Don't call me that'' She retorted. I frowned, I didn't like that tone. I agree she isn't too fond of me , but she is my wife and she should remember . I took a step towards her and her face paled. Locking her to the wall, I caged her between my arms. She looked worried, scared. I dipped my face to reach her level. Brushing my lips on her cheeks and neck I whispered in her ear; ''I get that you don't like me. I am ready to wait and I will as I promised. BUT, never ever forget that you are my wife. So am I clear wifey '' She nodded once without looking at me. Pecking her forehead I decided to leave her room. But then I had to convey the message; ''Anu, from today I won't enter this room without your permission , till you accept me with your heart. You need me, you can find me in the study or the other bedroom. Apologies for yesterday night, guess the pills worked at the wrong time'' My eyes turned to her . She watched me surprised , confused. She wasn't expecting this.Since, the relationship was a forced one , she seemed to have labelled me as certified pervert. But my reason to force was my fear of losing her.; ''I didn't mean to kick you out '' She spoke a little guilty. ''you are not, I don't trust my instincts around you. '' That bought the crimson shade back to her body . Ananya watched me longer than I expected, she was about to say something when a knock on the main suite door broke our eye lock. ''lock your room and stay inside'' The confusion changed into a scowl; ''No I won't and Why'' . ''You will because I said so'' I was stern, she took a step back.

I felt bad, but I can't involve her in the issues going on around me. I know its Veer at the door and for what reason. But whatever it is or will be , Ananya will always stay out of it. It's my job to protect her. As I stepped out, she banged the door shut. Making her annoyance clear .

Letting Veer in, I gestured him to move over to the study. ''Any update'' Veer stood shaking with his locked behind . he was controlling his anger. ''Out with it Veer'' Veer tuned; ''That Music teacher Raksha is seeing is a bloody criminal'' My heart sank. ''he is wanted in multiple cases of robbery, murder and human trafficking across the northern states''

''What took us so long to know his identity'' I was worried for my sister. ''Someone helped him wiping all off, he has all government ids with the name Pavan Sharma. This is why we took time''

Thinking on it, I moved to my chair; ''what do you suggest Veer'' Veer looked up with his angry eyes; ''wipe that moron off the face of earth'' I smiled; ''We will, first let him be our guests. Find him and bring him here'' Veer nodded ; ''what about Raksha'' I know she won't pay heed to what we say , so let be the hard way; ''Keep her grounded, no point talking to her now'' Veer was about to say something when there was a soft knock ''Come in ANu'' She walked in nervously and then extended a small smile towards Veer. She looked at me nervously and stood there staring at the floor. ''Bhai I will see you later. Veer walked out understanding her need to speak with me alone; ''Tell me Anu''

''I need help. With saree'' She mumbled a little embarrassed . ''Shall I help?'' And her personality changed; ''Look Mr. all these tease won't work with me. So don't even try. Find me someone who can help me'' she commanded  all angry. I love this angry side a little more.

Now I am in a mood to tease; ''Find yourself, I am not your servant'' I picked a random book and started flipping the pages; ''I am new here'' . ''Really? Well you came here quite often to meet Raksha, why don't you ask her'' Ananya fidgeted; ''She refused, stating she won't step in here'' That hurt; ''I will ask mom to send someone'' As I picked the receiver she interrupted ; ''Please tell me how to reach Dipika. I don't have any of her contacts'' That made me remember something. Walking to my drawer I pulled a box out; ''here your new phone, it has all the contacts. Including Dipika.'' She blinked '' Its expensive, I can't''

Taking a step forward I pushed the phone in her hands; ''you have to, the id is restricted . My no. is first in your emergency contacts and close your old no. '' She just frowned but didn't argue, I have a strange feeling that she won't do as asked. Well , will tackle that later.

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Okay so here is done with one more. Next - some tensions, fights outbursts and growing attraction