The Sun was out, but the cool breeze was still blowing. Covered in layers of clothes people were moving here and there, some arriving some departing. There was a hustle bustle on the airport, many tour guides were standing at the exit point with their group.

But here Naina had freezed into a statue as she was shocked aeeing Sameer and his whole family right infront of her. Rama-Rakesh quickly go towards them while Preeti nudges Naina saying.

Preeti: Tujhe pata tha yeh log bhi yaha aane wale hai?

Naina: Nahi mujhe kuch bataya nahi Sameer ne.

Pandit: Ab yaha baate karte mat ruko, acha nahi lagta. Unke paas chalte hai.

The trio meets everyone and all seemed to be happy to explore Shimla together. Advait goes into Naina's arms and kisses him back. All the people walk towards their tour guide whereas Samaina with Advait in Naina's arms stay a little back.

Naina: Aapne bataya nahi ki aap bhi Shimla aanewale hai.

Sameer: Actually bhabhi ne 1 month pehle hi bookings ki thi, aur unhone mujhe sirf Kullu Manali ka kaha tha Shimla ka nahi; kal subah pata chala. Sorry mujhe pata nahi tha ki hamara ek hi travel agent hoga.

Naina: Nahi-nahi isme sorry ki kya baat hai. Ek tarah se acha hi hai ki hum sabko ek saath time spend karne milega.

Sameer: Are you sure? Tum awkward toh nahi ho jaogi.

Naina: Nahi bilkul nahi.

They both smile at each other and go towards their group who were introducing themselves with The Mehrotra daughter Ishita; they all then get themselves involved into hearing the guide's announcement.

Swapnil: Hello everyone! Main Swapnil hun aur yeh Sanket hai hum aapke iss trip ke guides hai. Hum Shimla main 2 din 1 raat rahenge. Aaj aur kal hum yaha ke sabse famous points jayenge fir kal sham hum Kullu Manali ke liye niklenge. Aage Kullu Manali ke safar ke bare mein batata hun. Hum sabke liye Skyline ki 24 seater bus booked hai. Sab apna luggage rakhwa dijiye aur bus mein baith jaiye.

Saying this everyone arranges their luggage and get seated in the us; they leave towards their hotel for freshening up. As soon as they reach the hotel the guide hands over the room keys to everyone. And not for a surprise Samaina room was just opposite to each other as their rooms were of single beds. They all not wanting to waste a single second moved in their assigned rooms just to come back down quickly for lunch.

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Naina had descended down the to the reception and found no one; thus she called Preeti.

Naina-Kaha ho tum log?? Me kabse reception pe intezaar kar rhi hu....

Preeti-Naina mene kaha tha na tujhe ki zara late aana kyuki hum sabke ke room me ek hi bathroom hai aur do log..Aur tu to Pandit ko jaanti hai.Abhi tak nahane nhi gaya vo...

Naina-To me ab kya karu??

Preeti-Tu ghum le na wahi kahi lawn ke yaha ya swimming pool ke waha hum aajate hai todhi der me.

Naina-Thike tum sab aajao jaldi me hu lawn ke yaha...

Saying this Naina cuts the call and walks towards the lawn just to see Sameer and Advait playing there. She walks to them..

Naina-Hii

Sameer turns to her and Advait squeals "Neya"

Naina(pointing towards Advait)-Me isse lu??

Sameer-Sure..

Naina picks Advait and he wraps his arms around Naina's neck....

Sameer-Mujhe to lagta hai iss puri trip me Advait tumhare saath hi rahega. Bhabhi bhi bata rhi thi ki jabse tumhe yaha dekha hai tab se tumhara naam le rha hai. Bohot attached hogaya hai tumse.

Naina-Me bhi bohot attached ho gayi hu isse, bohot cute hai ye..

Saying this she kisses Advait's cheecks making him smile and kiss Naina's cheecks too...

Sameer-Sab log assehi kehte hai. Issliye ye jannab sar pe chadh cuke hai. Issliye ye khelna bilkul bhi pasand nhi karta.

Naina-Asse kaise pasand nhi aata??Advait aapko abhi khelke dikhayega..

Saying this Naina leaves Advait down and takes five-steps back from him. Sameer then handovers the ball to Naina, she then throws it to Advait and he runs to fetch it. They 3 play for quite a few minutes. And then settled down on the ground exhausted.

Sameer-Mene aaj peheli baar Advait ko itna active dekha hai..

Naina-Agar hum baccho ke saath baccho jaise khele ro vo bhi khulke khelne lagte hai..

They look at Advait who was still fidgeting with the ball. Sameer looks at Naina and asks,

Sameer-Tumhe bacche bohot pasand hai na??

Naina-Haa, Bohot zayada .....Unnke chehre ki masumiyat mujhe bohot bhahti hai.

Sameer-Wahi masumiyat to tumhare chehre me bhi hai..

Naina looks at him and they both share an eyelock. Advait then shouts his mother's name, this breaks Samaina's eyelock. And they look behind just to see Swamun and Preedit waving at them. The trio gets up and moves to the dinning hall for lunch.

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While Shimla is quite popular for its  beautiful scenic surroundings, its beauty is further enhanced by the wide range of wildlife that thrives in the hilly slopes. It is quite a famous tourist destination amongst photographers and bird admirers. The park also features variously endangered and exclusive birds species.

The Mehrotra's, Agarwals, Maheshwaris after having their lunch were here to explore and see the variety of birds. Everyone was given a 2 hour time to wander and roam around the Bird Park. The elders preferred to sit into the Electric vehicle while the youngsters decided to walk around.

Therefore, they all parted and started to follow the guide who was giving info. About every bird.

The younger couples were walking when they see a crowd of children. They all walk near them and see children one-by-one taking a blue-throated macaw on their arm. The girls were fascinated by it and joined the crowd; they were scared to take it on their arm but wanted them too. Thus, their husband supported them and stood behind holding arm. When it was Naina's chance she stood reluctant but was forced by Swapree.

Preeti-Ja na Naina, bhari lagta hai.

Saying this Preeti pushes Naina forward. The park-person asked her to forward her arm; before he could place the bird on her arm she pulled it back in fear. All laughed.

Munna-Arre Sameer, Naina ko waha darr lag raha hai aur tu yaha khade-khade kya kar raha hai??

Pandit-Ha Bhai, Jao aur Naina ko madad karo.

Pandit says taking a sleepy Advait from his arms. Sameer comes behind Naina, holds her hand and raises it. The Park-person places the bird on her arm while she squeezes her eyes shut in fear.

Sameer(slowly)-Tum aankhe khol sakti ho.

Sameer whispers in Naina's eyes and moves back. She slowly opens her eyes and smiles looking at the bird. Preeti then clicks her photos and they carry on with their Park tour.

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After touring through the Himalayan Bird Park all were back in the bus and were now travelling towards 'The Kali Bari Temple'

Constructed in the year 1845, this temple is a sheer beauty along with its culturally rich architecture. The temple is dedicated to goddes Kali. The beauty of nature can be witnessed very closely from here. This temple is a paradise and a perfect place to spend some time alone too.

Everyone climbed down the bus after having a short nap and were looking all fresh.

Swati-Wow!! Such a beautiful infrastructure.

Vishakha-Sach mein bohot khubsurat hai yeh jagah.

Swapnil-Abhi yaha aarti shuru honewali hai hai toh aap please andar aajaiye .

The aarti starts and everyone makes their wishes. The priest gives them aarti and prasad. They all moved out to the temple premises, to take a look at the serene nature. Naina clicks some photos of the greenery and some of others and Advait, when she hears shuffling of things. She turns and sees Sameer searching for his shoes. She chuckles looking at him and looks at the shoes he kept behind the pillar. She opens her mouth to tell him but stops thinking of something.

Naina-Advait, tum hide and seek kheloge??

Advait-Yeh!! Hiayeseek.(Hide and seek)

Naina-Advait bas na aap pillars ke peeche mat chupna kyuki aap itnu se hai toh main aapko dhund hi nhi paungi.

Advait-Otay(Okay)

Sameer hears their conversation and Naina smiles as her plan was successful.

Naina-Accha hum na Mumma aur Preeti aunty ko bhi bulate hai okay?

Advait nods and they both walk past Sameer. He thinks of Naina's words and searches for his shoes behind the pillars and finds them. He smiles at Naina's intelligence and walks towards everyone.

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The glowing sun, a crisp circle in the bloody sky, illuminated a quivering path across the water, the fleeting colors of dusk began to fade in. The tour guides had arranged for a tea break and everyone sipped the hot beverages. While the young ladies started with their shopping. They were looking for small earrings, tops, key chains etc.

Sameer saw all the elders busy with their tea and slipped towards the girls. Naina and Ishita were discussing over the colour of showpiece. When Naina felt Sameer's presence. She quickly decided her colour and paid the shopkeeper. Fortunately Swati called Ishita leaving Naina waiting for the change. Sameer asked the shopkeeper to pack his assorted stuff; paid him online. He moved near Naina and said

Sameer-Thank you

Naina-Huh??

Sameer-Ahh....shopkeeper ko.

Saying this he walks to the other members and Naina smiles blushingly understanding his moves.        

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The beauty of sunrise is beyond description at a hill station. The hilltops and the valley below seemed to be bathed in yellow light. All of sudden the golden ball shines into deep yellow and grows big in size. The birds wake up in their nests and begin to chirp. The eastern horizon of the earth glows with an orange colored light.

After watching a delightful sunrise the group was bak for breakfast. The buffet had all kind of breakfasts. From sandwiche-toasts to poha and upma everone energized themselves eating the lavish spread.

Swapnil: Good morning everyone!!! I hope ki aap sab ne ache se nashta kiya hoga. Everyone hooted in a yes.

Swapnil: Main aapko aaj ka plan bata deta hun. Hum abhi 1 ghante mein Chadwick falls jayenge, waha se Shimla Reserve Forest Sanctuary. Wahi hum yaha ka local food Sida-Saag lunch mein khayenge aur waha se hum Kufri jayenge, 6 baje hum sab Kullu ko niklemge. Chadwick falls aur shayad Kufri ke liye bhi aap sabko kapde change karne padenge isiliye aap sabhi aapke 2 jodi kapde apne hand bag ya sack mein rakhe. 1 ghante naad 8 baje sabhi apna luggage yaha reception pe le aaye taki hum sab check out kar sake. Aap sabhi abhi fresh hone jaa sakte hai. Thank you.

Dadu: Bhai wah!! Aaj toh ghumne mein bada maza aanewala hai.

Vishakha: Ha lekin, chalo ab hum sab rooms mein chalet hai fresh hone.

Dadi: Sameer aur Advait kaha hai?

Swati: Dadi, Sameer aur Advait dono unke room mein hai. Main Advait ko tayar kardingi.

Munna: Acha chalo bhi ab warna sabko late ho jayega. Naina aur uski puri family abhi tak fresh ho bhi gayi hogi.

Vivek: Ha bhai chalo-chalo.

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Dressed in a white long gown with purple floral prints Naina stepped out her room.

She wore her jacket and saw Swati too coming out her room with some clothes in her hands and muttering something.

Naina: Good morning bhabhi!!

Swati : Good morning.

Naina: Ahh....aap tayar nahi hui kuch problem hai kya?

Swati: Ha, yeh Munna hai na peechle 20 minut se naha raha hai mujhe bhi tayar hona hai aur Advait ko bhi tayar karna hai, lekin yeh samjhe tab na.

Naina: Main kuch help kardu? Matlab main Advait ko tayar kar deti hu.

Swati: Kyat um sach mein kardogi pkease??

Naina: Haa zarur. Aap bas uske kapde dijiye aur use mere paas bhejiye main use tayar kardungi.

Swati: Who actually devarji ke room mein hai, tum unke hi kamre mein chali jao.

Naina was dumbfounded hearing Advait being in his room, just then Munna calls out for Swati.

Swati: Thank you so much Naina, bohot madad ho gayi tumhari.

Naina gives an awkward smile and Swati goes into her room. Naina slaps her forehead for asking Swati if she could help. Now that she has, she must face it. She stands infront of Sameer's door and knocks. Once, Twice, Thrice but no one opened it. She finally holds the know twist it slightly and peeps in. She seesAdvait sitting on the couch watching cartoon.

Naina: Advait main andar aau?

Advait looks at the door and smiles ear-to-ear nodding his head. Naina enters the room and walks towards him.

Naina: Aapne darwaza kyon nahi khola?

Advait: Aapne knot tiya? Main tartoon deth laha tha. (Aapne knock kiya? Maina cartoon dekh raha tha.)

Naina: Its okay, main toh bas aapke kapde change karane aayi thi.

Naina makes him stand on the couch and makes him wear his clothes given by Swati. She makes him wear his jacket while asking.

Naina: Sameer chachu kaha hai?

Advait: nhai –nhai

Advait says and just then they hear a click . Naina turns back at the sound and sees Sameer ...only wrapped in a towel. They both get baffled and Naina turns back facing Advait.

Naina: I am so sorry!! Main bas Advait ko....I am really sorry.

Apologizing Naina runs out of the room. 

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This Chadwick Falls is one of the must visiting places of Shimla.  The fall is majestic soon after the rainy season that in the months of september, october.  The  fall scales from a height 90 meters and is surely a sight to behold.

The MAM ( Mehrotras ,Agarwals ,Maheshwaris) group reached the falls and were awestruck with beauty of nature in front of their eyes. The crystal clear water was drizzling on to the rock making soft sounds of the droplets it looked like a wall of blue satin threaded with silver. The bushes and trees were green lush; swaying by the cool breeze and had a honey sweet smell. It had a beautiful serenity cool at the bottom. It was veneer-clear. One could see its reflection into it. The elders were given a small room only covered with cloth on all 4 sides. The youngster were already into their outfits and started enjoying themselves. When it was time to enter the water Swati asks Naina..

Swati-Naina ye jacket to nikalo warna purra beegh jaayega...

Naina-Nhi Bhabhi rehene dijiye..

Swati-Arre, hum pani me jaa rahe hai ab to nikal do..

Naina-Bhabhi ye dress sleeveless hai issliye jacket nhi uttar rhi hu...

Swati laughs hearing Naina's words...

Swati-Arrre baba ye sleeveless hai to kya hua?? Tum ye pehen sakti ho. Daro mat koi kuch nhi bolega saare yaha modern hai. Aur tumhari shaadi bhi to nhi hui hai abhi tak. Mene to ye kapde issliye nhi pehene hai kyuki mujhe stretch-marks hai.  : Warna main bhi pehle shorts aur sleeveless pehenti thi.

Naina: Pakka na?

Swati: ha baba.

They both remove their jackets and turn to go in the pool when they see Dadi wearing a long sleeveless dress. Naina gets amazed seeing her and Swati nudges her giving her a 'dekha-maine-kaha – tha – na' look They both chuckle and join their group.

All of them enjoy playing in the water. Advait was with Naina and Ishita all the time while Sameer was with Preeti carefully holding her hand. Naina was happy seeing her sister jellin up well with Sameer. They all click hundreds of photos some videos and then comes out of the water shivering.

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After having fun in the water, all were now in the Shimla Reserve Forest Sanctuary. This reserve is a home to the usual suspects like leopards, deer and jackals. Along with these it is a home to a variety of birds, species like the Himalayan eagle, chikor, partridge and pheasant. There is an abundance of trees like deodar, pine, oak, weeping willows and maples.

All were walking together looking at the variety of wildlife. Samaina didn't have a word since the morning incident which no one was aware of. And thus they all were trying to give them privacy.

Swati: Sameer, Naina ko zara akele le jaiye na kahi, hum sab ke beech haddi kyon ban rahe hai dono!!

Preeti: Aur nahi toh kya, hum sab couples hai yaha toh tum dono dusri taraf jao na.

Naina: Nahi it's okay, hum yahi thik hai.

Sameer: Ha.

Munna: Arre kya ha? Hum yeh keh rahe hai ki hume privacy chahiye. Toh tum jao na dusri taraf.

Naina: Theek hai Ishita tum bhi chalo.

Pandit: Nahi, who Advait ko leke jayegi. Tum dono akele jao na.

Sameer opens his mouth to say something when Advait pops in keeping his hands on his waist he says

Advait: Go!!!

Everyone laughs loudly and defeatedly Samaina walk to the other side.

Naina: Woh...subah ke liye sach mein sorry. Main bas Advait ko kapde pehnane aayi thi aur... I am really sorry.

Sameer: Isme tumhari koi galti nahi hai, mujhe laga ki bhai ya bhabhi hai aur unhone mujhe already aise dekha hua hai toh...isme kisiki bhi galti nahi hai.

Naina: Hmmm.

Sameer: Tum kafi comfortable ho gayi ho Advait ke saath.

Naina: Ha waise aap bhi Preeti ke saath kafi ghul mil gaye hai.

Sameer: Who hai hi itni achi aur hasati bhi bohot hai.

Naina: Woh aisi hi hai aura b toh who aur jijaji kehte hai ki aap itne bade actor hai toh hamara entertainment bhi free mein hoga.

Sameer: Bhai bhi aisa hi kehte hai tumhare bare mein. Who kehte hai ki ab mujhe dietitian ki zarurat nahi hai kyunki meri hone wali biwi hi ek dietitian hai.

They both laugh knowing about each others sibling's perspective of looking at their wedding.

Sameer: Bhabhi toh itni excited hoti hai tumhare bare mein sunte hi. Unhe lagta hai ki hum ek dusre ke liye hi bane hai.

Sameer looks at Naina who blushes at his statement. She looks back at him asking

Naina: Aur apko kya lagta hai?

Sameer: Mujhe nahi lagta ki hum ek dusre ke liye bane hai......par lagta hai ki hum ek hone ke liye bane hai.

Sameer says looking deep into her eyes.

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