Janu's POV

I jumped out of Joy and happiness without knowing the game of fate.

Akshadh memories got reached to top and I was happy that my parents also liked him. Who would be lucky like me? I love him but we didn't even have a single converse before but God gave him to me. When Maanvi talked about Akshadh it was like I am in the fairytale world where the princess get her prince through any miracles or magic.

A week passed by, I was waiting for Maanvi's call. I send a message in WhatsApp but she didn't even see it. What happened to her? Why did she don't response to my message? Did Akshadh or his family didn't like me? I became very sensitive these days, my heart is aching heavily. I can't face rejection in Akshadh's matter. Whatever may be, I need to know whether Akshadh and his family members liked me so I decided to call her but her phone was switched off.

I tried again after some time but of no use. Then, I called her husband's number, his number was also switched off. I got scared and then I tried the other numbers they were using, everything went in vain. Then I searched Maanvi's mom's number and called her. Without knowing about their death I talked casually to her mom first. She cried a lot as I was unable to console her. I came to know that my friend and her husband was no more. Allen was in the U.S under the care of her uncle Mr.John. I knew words can't console her mom.

I cupped my face with my palm and cried hearing the shocking news. It took more than three months to come out of this unexpected shock. Then my cousin took me to Delhi to give me a change.

"Janu, come soon. It is time and we are getting late," I heard my mom's sound and I came back to my present leaving my flashback.

"Mom, I am coming,"

I carried my Aari work lehenga hardly and looked myself in the mirror for one more time. Today my dream is going to come true. It is not only a recognization party but a big day in my life.

I opened the door slowly as I knew my mom is standing out.

"Hey, Janu! How long will you take to get ready?"

"Sorry, Mumma,"

"You looks so pretty in this dress, I think Akshadh would fall for you at once he saw you," my mom said happily and yes!!! My big day!!! My Engagement.

I bent my head down with a smile covering my lips.

"Ok! Ok! Come fast and have at least some fruits," she gave some fruits to me.

We didn't invite any except my uncle's family. They would come directly to the party. I was very happy to meet my Akshadh after a very long time.

Akshadh's POV

I reached India by afternoon. I was much worried about Dhiya. I didn't even get any message from her after that. I cursed myself for thinking that she loved me back. Though I cursed myself a lot I can't come out of my feelings for her. Somewhere in my heart, I could feel Dhiya's love for me. I was staying in my room for a long time.

I need to get ready for the recognizing party. I don't like such rewards and awards for doing social works but it is my mother's wish and I can't ruin her mood.

I got ready after some time. I lost my old self. My mother and brother were ready for the function.

"Akshadh, how do you feel now?" My mother asked caringly thinking I was suffering from a headache.

"I am better amma,"

"Akshadh, I need to talk something important now. I called you before to inform but thinking your busy schedule I didn't inform you. I hope you will accept my decision," said my mom coughing in between.

"Maa. Are you alright?" I handed a cup of water to her and she drank it.

"I am okay but getting old. Now, I couldn't even bear the climate change,"

"Ok amma. I will accept whatever you are going to tell but this is not the time amma. It is time for the party,"

My mother smiled.

We reached the recognization party. We were welcomed warmly. I can't concentrate anything, I was merely blank immersed in Dhiya's thought.

Within a few minutes, the central and state ministers were reached. They took the function to another level.

Janu's POV

As soon as we reached the party, I found Akshadh and his family members. His mother talks to me and to my parents very well. Akshadh didn't even look us. I was looking at him and had a beautiful smile as I am seeing him after a very long time. He was handsome as usual.

The program was about to start. The central and state ministers gave the speech. The police cops protection on one side and the security cops on the other side.

Akshadh's POV

"Akshadh, wish them. They are going to be your future in-laws," my mom said shocking me.

"Whattt?...." I stammered

"Do what I say?"

I just show a fake smile.

Program starts

I was blank for half an hour and how could my mom take such decision without asking me?

I asked my brother about this.

"Anna I was not aware of it but Mumma gave assurance to that family thinking that you would never disobey her words,"

"Anna, she is your wife," my brother pointed out a lady. What is going in my life?

"The most prestigious social service of the year 2019 award was shared by Mr.Akshadh Jai and Miss. Januvika, Respected people please come to the stage and receive the award by our honourable home minister,"

I got the award from the home minister. Januvika shared the award with me. I have seen her before and this name was familiar to me. I can't accept the current fact in my life. I can't accept anyone in my life except my Dhiya.

After presenting the awards the ministers left the party. The party accompanied to it begins.

"We invite Mr.Akshadh Jai to come to the diocese,"

"Akshadh, we knew that you are doing the services for about seven years and last five years you are getting this award. This is the first time you are sharing the award, what did you feel?"

"Feels happy to see new buddy service people and continue this good work. I welcome and congrats all those who are involved in social service,"

"Thanks, Mr.Akshadh Jai"

"Next we call Januvika to stage,"

I handed the mike and left the diocese.

Janu's POV

"Congratulations Januvika! How did you feel to get this award from the home minister and did you expect this day in your life?"

"First of all, I thank the almighty and my parents. I didn't expect this day in my life. It is like a dream"

"How did you get motivated to do this service or who is your role model?"

"Mr Akshadh Jai is my role model"

"Really? Happy to know about it. It is a personal question and it may be rumour too. Are you going to engage with Mr.Akshadh Jai?

"Yes," I said honestly looking at him seated opposite to me.

"Did you both love each other or arranged by parents?"

"Arranged marriage by my friend Maanvi, who is no more now to see this great day,"

"Don't worry sweet couples. Her soul will be around you people,"

"Do you wish to say something more?"

"Yes, my cousin. Without her, I would never have stand before you people. She is the one who supported me to achieve my dreams. She motivated me in all ways. I am nothing without her. I am going to dedicate this award to my dearest cousin. With all your permission I invite Dhiya on stage,"

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