Manik's Pov

I stuffed food inside Mrudula's mouth, who started her games again with me. She ordered so much food herself that even we could serve whole Mumbai with it. Not that I worry because we Cabir here to complete it. I sighed when she made a face at me yet again.

Bird, I want you to complete this plate, Now. She pouted at me.

Chachu bas na. I rolled my eyes yet filled her mouth with rice, she whined at me but one glare she opted to chew than argue with me. She knows my anger.

When she completed her plate it was then an hour, I sighed mentally. She is one tough girl when it is food to fed for her.

Where others already left us behind as they wanted to explore the zoo more. I let them go taking Bird's responsibility with me. I haven't spent my time with her properly and I feel guilty for same. But she was not feeling sad for same. In fact, she was more than happy to spend time with her parents. Surprising me like hell. Where she filled me what and all she did on her trip, how was Palak with them? I couldn't help but smile how Dhruv and Alya have changed to take care of my Bird that I never have seen or heard of. In total my baby Bird is happy with her parents. I can't help but be happy for her. That doesn't mean I trust her parents. I somewhere couldn't bring myself to trust them fully for my baby's love and security. I want to be her shadow when she needs me I should be there. And I'll be there for my Bird always. Anyways at the end of the few years, she will permanently be in my house as my daughter-in-law. That idea made me smile at the future. I make sure Abhay falls for this girl. I can't let someone take this girl away from us. She should be with us forever. Period!

How are your parents treating you? I questioned her. She filled up saying her whole day. Which starts with them and ends with them. In total I have never seen my Bird so happy than at the moment. I kissed her forehead. Let her God bless with all world's happiness for her pure heart. Is my wish for this girl.

Tring*Tring*

I frowned, I slide my mobile from my pocket to see it was from my office. 

Bird, Why don't you join them, I'll be back in a few minutes. She bobbed her excitedly as she saw Alya calling her holding pigeon in her hand securely. Damn! Someone say me, she is the same Alya, who I have seen for years. That makeup kit. Not forget Nandini's ever favorite target in college. That reminds me how sarcastic Nandini was and how dumb was Alya. Well, I don't have words but to chuckle at the past.

It's better important. I yelled at the person over the phone.

##

I was sending emails to Sinha uncle(Vishwas's dad), who was looking after the work in the office in mine and Vishwas absence. He is a great help to us. Though he took retirement from the company, he is still the founder of our company. He is always there when we both are busy. He never complained to us. He is mostly looking after the company as I and Vishwas are busy in our family time. And the man didn't complaint a bit about for us. In fact, he makes sure we don't get a burden when we return to our work. He is a great help always.

I heard some gushing going on to my right. A small crowd as already formed. I would've chuckled it if I didn't find Nandini and Cabir. What the fuck are they both doing? 

I made my way to them. Only to hear people gossiping among them. I frowned when I saw familiar specimens'. What the fuck is going on here?

Dare you bully her? It was killer Abhay Malhotra who was holding some boys collar. I cringed at his tone. I looked Nandini for explanation or for some scolding only to see pride for her son with a never-ending proud smile on her.

I glanced around. Avni was all fine while eating Lays in arms of Cabir, who is equally enjoying the show with Nandini, add this, there were happy fake tears in Cabir's eyes seeing Abhay fighting for his Kitten. I opened my mouth to say something. When I saw the boy who Abhay was holding by collar was launching a punch to his face. Before that happens, he was already receiving one from that Mini Monster. I gaped at the scene. Nandini grinned proudly. What has gotten her?

What the hell you'll do? I looked at the boy, he looked elder to Abhay but seeing the situation and boys. Abhay held the power of control. I should do something before that boy lands himself in the hospital. Abhay is already becoming roadside Romeo for his kitten. Aww. My heart screamed in happiness.

Well, You don't want to see or want to feel it, Mr! Abhay patted his shoulders as he dusted his shirt. The smirk on his face said. The boy going to definitely end up in the hospital sooner if he talks one word extra. I took slow steps.

The boy tried to touch Bird, to tease Abhay, Too bad. And next what happened was more than my prediction. The boy was drenched with coke which Kitten was holding in her hand, perhaps that was my coke in her hand, which I gave before I went to attend the call. I frowned. He damn wasted my coke on that boy! That was mine. I want one.

That was my coke. I semi-yelled at him. All looked at me as I grew two horns. Hello! I lost my coke.

I'll get a new one. Abhay and Nandini said in unison, this both gone nuts. I saw the boy's parents coming running to us. I cursed myself. I picked Abhay and Bird in my arms. To the hell, I will let someone mess with my kids in my presence. 

How dare you? Boy's father about to yell at my kids. But stopped when he saw whose kid's he was messing with. He looked like a rich man with lots of attitudes fed in him. Like I care.

How dare your son, bully with my baby girl? I screamed at him. He looked his son for an answer, but when he saw his son turning another side. He was sure, his son was wrong.

That doesn't give your son the right to fight with my son for that girl. He tried to argue with me.

Oh! hello, Mr. Here your son is making mistakes and your pointing at my mistakes. And for your kind information, I can fight for my best friend. And dare he to mess with her. I better say You will meet your son in the hospital next time. I gaped at the boy, who was my son. The Hulk. I composed somewhat to clear the scene.

Don't your parents taught you manners of how to speak to elders? The man spatted. Now he took the wrong words to end the scene. 

Don't you dare to go there, oldie? I shut his mouth before he talks and makes things complicated for us.

This is what you thought for your son, The Great Manik Malhotra. The man yelled at me. I hand over kids to Nandini who picked them immediately. She was already planning a fight with him in her mind. I so knew it.

Yes. His mother thought him to protect his friends and family, no matter who it is. And I'm exceptional proud about my son for that matter. Unlike what you thought for your kid. Too bully kids. Is this what you teach to your kids? I questioned him. My anger was raising how dare he speaks something like that about my son. Dare he speaks one word. I'll let Nandini deal him with her way. And when I say her way, I mean the worst. 

He zipped his mouth immediately, he was huffing with anger at us. But I care less. He doesn't know, who I'm. When it comes to my kids. 

Better you get going with your son. Because here your son is wrong. Cabir it was. The man pulled his son with him, not before glaring at me. Like dude, I care.

Cabir cleared the crowd, Alya came running with Dhruv to us. Where the fuck were this two?

What happened? Dhruv picked Bird in his arms. Nandini let go her.

That boy made Mrudula fall purposely while she was coming towards us and he poured water on her, and he happens to be her senior in school, who was seeking revenge from her. Avni filled me up. Then I actually noticed Bird, who was wet by the head. Her hairs were wet. My anger raised to peek, but I controlled for now. 

Hey are you fine, baby? Alya asked her, seeing any wounds on her body with Dhruv. They look really genuine. But like I trust them for my Bird.

Yup. She said sadly, while she extended her towards me. I collected her immediately. At the end of the day, if she is sad. She needs only me not her fucking parents. And I was glad for it.

My Bird is fine, right? She bobbed her head while hugging my neck tightly. I kissed her hairs assuringly. She just snuggled into me making me sigh in relief.

I don't like him. She muttered. It really didn't take a degree for me to understand who the boy was, I was called by her school many times for the same boy. But I happen never met him. Surely, this boy gonna see the stars in daylight by my son sooner. I assure you that.

Don't worry, I'll see to it. That he never comes to your path again. I patted her head. 

And you Mr, Better take care of things without making a mess next time. I don't want to complain, ringing my phone about either of you. I hope you all handle by yourself next time. And keep my girls safe and sound from all dumbasses. I warned two boys (Abhay and Prathik) who were standing before me. They nodded their head understandingly and protectively. I swear to God, They are planning a huge thing for that boy already. And I will be called my dad for sure. 

So the coast is clear. You've two bodyguards appointed in school(eyeing towards boys). So not to worry from here on. I said Bird. She smiled at me finally. Smitha rubbed her hairs with the towel she had. 

And my coke? I questioned Nandini, who gave disbelief look to me, as she handed over fresh coke for me. Well, prepared wife, she was. I must say. I liked it.

Can I? Alya came to pick Bird, who looked me. She wanted to go with Alya at the same time wanted to be in my arms. I gave her nod, she with a heavy heart went to Alya's arms taking the towel from Smitha gently. When did she become so polite? 

Manik, stand properly. You weigh a lot then you or other thinks. Smitha pushed me to stand on my foot, where I fell more on her. 

She is polite to you. I tried to make my sister realize. She rolled her eyes but she pushed me to stand beside her. I did as chuck it.

The thing is Alya and Smitha don't get well. Thanks to Mukthi, who fed things to Alya. Then never went along. Mukthi despised Smitha like My Cherry cared. She gave damn to her. But seeing such different, my weak heart feel attacks. I calmed myself.

She is trying to change, Manu. Here it goes. We all rolled our eyes.

It's not best always to trust anyone so easily. Nandini it is. Personal experience with Alya.

Yeah. If anything goes wrong in between you and Alya. You better go to Nandini. She will solve your problem. She so loves Alya. I added sarcastically, only to get glare from her. 

Whatever. She shrugged as pulled me along with her. Where we enjoyed a lot. 

We clicked lots of pics. I spent my good quality time with Cherry like old days. Teasing her, feeding her whenever she asked. Carrying her baby. Playing with the baby, when she was busy with Prathik and Vishwas. It was really nice to be with her.

Nandini was with Cavya and Vishwas. She was having her time with them. Talking and having fun with them. She really blended well with them, unlike past years. She didn't do for me or my happiness but for herself, it was seen on her face, how much she was enjoying and laughing with them. I really loved it. The way they were accepting her. I was relaxed, though today, I don't care who likes her or not. Because she is important to me than anyone, I have fucking no doubt, about it. I don't need to fear of any psycho sister of mine, to show my love and care to my wife. I can do anything to please her. I can't be more happy about that. I cared less for others concern. Though this time everything was different. I liked it this way.

Well, not forget, She gave me space like I did with her. It was something unsaid between me and her till date. She understood me without a word. It's my time to make it for her and her family. I make sure she has her family by her side this time. 

On another side, All the children were so happy. Especially Avni and Abhay. They were jumping here to there. Feeding animals without getting scared. Where I mostly spotted Abhay and Avni together not to forget, his hold on her. He let her play and do whatever she wants. But he never let her hand go. He was too protective at the same time he didn't stop her for anything. Avni was really not annoyed like other girls for his protectiveness. She truly enjoyed being his side all the time in everything. In fact, she used to pull him along though he hated to go near some reptiles, he made it for her. Where she was there for him all the time whenever he got scared by holding his hands tightly to assure him, she was there for him like he was. I was really proud of them for that fact. He was more like a gentleman with her. I was really thankful for Nandini to brought him like that. He looked like anything but a bad boy, he was with all manners and morals. He was truly a Gentleman in a very small age.

##

Mani, I'm going to my parents home. When I walked behind her carrying almost wet Abhay and Avni, who was playing in a pond in the Zoo, which was full of ducks and some fishes while they went on a boat riding too. They both needed a shower for all sake. Neither I nor Nandini scolded them like all parents we let them explore things by themselves. I liked it that way.

Okay. I kissed her cheeks, well Abhay jumped to his mamma's arms, not surprising me at all. Where Nandini kissed Avni's cheek and bid a bye to us. And we both didn't take any pain to ask Avni, because it is clearly with me, she is going. 

I bid them bye, where she and Abhay were picked by Kirloskar's old driver. I looked behind everyone left biding us bye with all hugs and love. I made my way to my car. Cherry and her family in Vishwas car, we all were heading to my parents home. Of course, we have preparations to do for my marriage. And Avni is my assistant this time as decided by us.

I secured her with the seatbelt as I occupied my driving seat only to see another gift box, a basket full of chocolates and rose plant in the backseat from the rare mirror. I frowned for a few seconds only to find myself grinning like an idiot. I loved these cute things. Don't say, anyone.

Someone is getting a lot of gifts today. Avni tried to tease me, as she picked them for me. I sealed my broad smile. I loved these things which are done for me by her with love.

Open it for me. She nodded her head excitedly as pulled them carefully for me.

Rose plant with a note, which states to my Big Baby. I could hear tease and smirk at the same time in her tone. My cheeks were going little red hearing Big Baby from Avni's mouth.

I don't see any Big Baby here,  do you see any daddy? She teased me more. I could just curse for my hot cheeks. Man! That was hell embarrassing.

Note to me. I showed my hands, where she didn't say anything but gave it to me with the brightest grin. I stop the car as there was a red signal.

To My Big Baby,

Cute roses to my handsome boyfriend to be again.

Let's get blossom our relationship with your favorite roses once again.

From Love,

To Be Your Girlfriend.

I scratched my nape with blush and happiness. I couldn't stop myself smiling like an idiot. I love this phase again. It has its own thrill undoubtedly. I looked over Avni. She was shooting teasing glances at my side. I can feel hotness in my ears too.

Someone is blushing too. I like it. She rummaged the dashboard as she picked one more fresh muffin, which I usually keep in my car. I guess my guards restored it as I said beforehand for them about my kid's necessities.

She bends over to pull out the gift box, which was slim but it was a small rectangular box with royal blue matt finished cover up on it. She passed the box to me, as I gave look to the chocolate basket. It took my heart of Foodie. 

Nandini Murthy surely knows how to melt any Man's heart. It was food. And she was successfully melting my heart and tongue at the same time. I internally licked my lips in yum. I'm surely not sharing those chocolates with anyone. Even it meant buying extra new chocolates for my kids.

Papa, open karo na. She whined excitedly, where I bobbed my head. I looked over the traffic signal it showed more a minute to me. I can definitely see them. I had time.

Where Avni placed flower pot in backseat carefully. I mouthed a thank you. As she filled my mouth with one muffin. She laughed delightedly when she saw how hastily I was opening my gift box. I was desperate, curious and excited to see what it was. It clearly showed, how I loved the gifts like them.

I blinked my eyes when I saw the biometric wallet, which could be opened by my fingerprint alone, which is also a wallet, I was looking for these days as it is very safe and secures to carry my important debit/credit cards and stuff in it. I looked Avni. She gave surprising look to me. I kept my index finger for fingerprint so it could be opened. To my utter shock, it opened without any delay. Well, Nandini Malhotra has used her genius brain to get my fingerprint without my knowledge. As much as I appreciated her smartness it can be scary to think. She had such a smart brain to deal with me. Which only warned to be careful with the woman, I'm living with. I was excited for same than being scared or afraid for it.

I passed my wallet which I was using to Avni so that she transfer my stuff and cards into the wallet, which she happily did. Not forget the happy glint in her face, when she saw our family picture in my wallet. She threw her hand on my neck giving a cheek kiss to me. I loved it.

Where I and Avni headed to Malhotra Mansion for rest of the things. I'm fucking waiting for my date like a teenager girl from her boyfriend. And I feel no embarrassment to say. I was loving this like so much, I can't even explain any.

End of Manik's Pov

##

Nandini's Pov

Abhay this? I questioned him. He nodded his head in disbelief. I cried at my state.

Mamma, you're going for a date. Please, Stop showing jeans and top to me. You need to look beautiful, not the same as always. He whined from another end of changing room. He was making me sick of shopping. Trust me on that.

Then help me. I slumped on the couch next to him. Where he huffed a breath. But got his lazy butt started to hunt a dress for me for the date. I had prepared everything but my damn dress. I couldn't really come up what to wear and what not. I was being so useless or hopeless. I ended up picking shorts and jeans for my date. You should actually know what nuts I have gone just for this date. Aiyyappa, help me!!

I sat hopelessly while Abhay went to search for a dress for my date night. As my phone was pinged by David again. I started checking email and reply them back. I was somehow managing things between my family and office by staying at home. It was difficult at the same time it was totally exhausting at the end of the day. I guess I need to sell whole AVYA. But 'NO' I was not doing that. It was my company for which I sweated like anything for years to build it. I'm here with my identification just because of AVYA. If I sell it is the most foolish thing I ever do in my life. I'm not going to sell them. And importantly I can't sell or give someone what is named after my kids. Like hell, I will give it away. But I should find an alternative for it. Maybe extending to India and make sure David takes up whole Europe and look after the rest of the branches. I hope that makes things easy for me. And my company would be in safe hands. I could breathe relief for it. Well, When I have Manik Malhotra as my guide, I can do anything.

I don't like any of it. It was declaration I heard from Abhay, who was still making all sales staff insane.

Mamma, Lets' go from here. I have some another showroom in my mind. I'm damn sure, you'll get the best dress for your date night. Abhay literally dragged me out, he looked totally pissed of with collection, I assure you that. I gave an apologetic look to the staff. But I was not worried because I had brought up some dresses for Avni and Mrudula. So, they won't curse me for making them go through so much pain. 

I haven't paid for them for the dress, Abhay. I protested.

I paid. I frowned upon hearing them. Where, he stuffed the car trunk with the shopping bags, which brought for my girls.

How? As Abhay said some shop name to the driver, who drove the car for us.

None that concerns you. He waved off the topic. I glared at him. But he zipped his mouth and threw imaginary key outside the window. He is not going to open his big mouth. I'm sure that Big Malhotra is behind this.

I found soon myself outside the boutique. My side door was opened but it was not the driver. I looked puzzled when a hand was stretched out for me. But examining the hand for a second. I firmly and confidently kept my hand knowing where was I.

Not bad, I thought you won't recognize my hand. He said in humor, I giggled as I hugged him tightly. Where he just tightened his arms around me.

Let's get going. We don't have much time, Nanu. Abhay was more impatient and nervous than me. He is kinda helping me for the date as Avni did in morning. They both are just excited for the date more than me and Manik. Where Avni personally selected the dress for Manik in the morning. Her excitement couldn't be said when she was selecting a dress for him. I was pretty loved that scene.

I was guided inside the boutique, which Swara owns, but nowadays it is looked after by her trusted staff though dad comes once in a while to look after things on behalf of her. He truly looks after Swara has his own daughter, and I can't be more happy for my childhood friend. She deserves that. Every bit of it.

How about this, Mam? I was shocked and happy to see my mom holding a dress for me. I couldn't just believe they are here for me. I just ran without caring about anything. I just hugged my mother, who instantly provided me warmness to me.

Wow! I like this surprise. I cried happily. Abhay smiled.

We are glad then. C'mon, you're are getting late, let's pick up stuff for you. My dad hurried me. As many dresses spread in front of me already. Staff was moving here and there to satisfy me. I feel like the princess of some land. When my parents and Abhay were selecting the dress and accessories for me. I feel blessed.

Mamma, try this one. He pulled out the dress, which mom was keeping by her side. After not liking any dresses. I was so disappointed like Abhay. This time I voluntarily went to check dresses, but nothing caught my eyes until the Abhay held the dress selected by mom, which she was kept by her side for a long time. 

That is the one. I shouted happily. Where I found myself thrown inside changing room. I gave them a glare. They just rolled their eyes as they got busy in selecting accessories which goes with my dress. I pouted. But my smile didn't leave my side looking at them. I felt loved. This is what I wanted in my life. Now I had one.

I looked myself in wall length mirror in the changing room, I cringed myself. Self-consciousness just attacked me seeing my dress, which was too revealing from upper part for two kid's mother. What will other say? Not to forget all the hickeys on my neck is decorated so well others can see it. I cursed my husband for putting me in such a situation. I pulled out my phone from the table where I kept my phone.

Kya hai meri Jaan? I puffed a breath of irritation.

This dress is so revealing for two kid's mother. I complained to my husband, who sighed from another end.

And you want that dress only? He questioned me back. I nodded my head unknowingly, forgetting he can't see my actions on the phone. My dress is pretty except the part, it is too short and my love bites are visible to any when I wear it. And I doesn't want someone to see my private stuff. It was between me and my husband.

Yeah. This looks pretty. Par yeh bohuth revealing hai. I looked myself in the mirror. It looked perfect the way I wanted. It was the dress I wanted as if it is just made for me.

Nandini, grow up, kya huwa revealing hai tho. If you're comfortable then buy anything. I won't stop you or let any judge what you wear. Just buy it, If you want it. And I'm sure my princess looks beautiful in it. That made me smile automatically. I caressed my dress delicately.

Not beautiful, Stunning it is. I said confidently, where it woke up out of nowhere from inside.

Oh! Can't wait then. I heard from him.

Tek hai. Get ready sooner for me. I'll pick you up. I couldn't myself stop that goofy smile of mine to make him happy today. I just want to make him surprise like years back. I want him to cherish this moment again. 

Waiting Princess. I could his curiousness and happiness in his voice. I felt happy to be the reason for his happiness. As I held my cheeks which were hot already. It's been years hearing that from him. I was his princess. I lean my head as we hung the call. I smiled at our pic on my screen.

The boy as gone nuts! I murmured at the pic which we both took in Zoo while he was sitting next to me during lunch. 

I couldn't help but grin about the date. I hope he likes it. I smiled looking at myself.

Mamma are you even coming out, are planning to stay there forever? I frowned at his words, as I changed quickly. I swear I don't want someone to look me in this dress. It is only for my husband not to anyone.

I take this dress. I said to the manager, who was standing beside my parents, who are also busy in matching things for the dress, my dad was roaring at everyone for the best. I could just smile at the scene.

Mamma, you changed it already? Abhay looked disappointment. And there is no way, I was displaying myself with hickey in front of my son. I can't embarrass myself more for hell sake. They have done a lot this morning.

Yup. And it is a surprise for Manik alone. I will show you some other day. Pretty please. He pouted but nodded his head. I sighed that boy is not stubborn like my daughter. 

Siri a have look. Though the name sound alien to me, I turn around when someone calls me by that name. I guess I'm getting used to that name, making my parents happy as I won't correct them when they call me Siri instead of Nandini. I will let them call that to make me happy.

I was made sit on the couch where the staff was standing in front of me with all the accessories. All I needed was to choose things which go with my dress. Which I did quickly with all three. I was happy that my parents were by my side without any hesitation that I was going on the date. For hell sake, my family was helping me for my date night. Who will do that?

## 

I drove the car to Kirloskar's Mansion, I stepped out of the car, where my parents followed me from behind.

Arey wah, Esa bhi deen agaya hai, India mai. Parents apne beti ke date ke liye usse shopping bhi le kar ja raha hai. Es kahi suna hai kya, Swara? I glared my twin. Whose jealous of me. How I love to add more to it.

Oye, Nautaunki chup kar. Es bol raha jese tumne, hume nae beja hai, uske help karne ke liye. I giggled at his face. But couldn't control the warmness hearing that words from my mom. I just hugged my brother tightly saying a big thank you to me. He was the best. Though he annoys me like shit.

Hey there Mrs. Going to be the mommy. I hugged my friend by side. Where she looked anything but a whale just little whale compared to me. I was looking like a baby elephant at my time of pregnancy. She looks better than me.

My! My heard that you're taking my boyfriend for the date. Her eyes twinkled. I shifted here and there in my seat hearing 'boyfriend' word from her. I wanted to snap her but controlled my all possessiveness seeing her condition. It was definitely not wise to snap pregnant lady, which may end up her long crying session and Sanskar throwing daggers at me, I don't want chance also.

Huh! uski tara sari ladki nae haina. Es liye woh khud usko date le kar jari hai. Nae tho maine sirf mardo ko e sab karthe huwa dekha hai, to make girl feel special. I'm totally jealous of that jerk who got my sister in his life. He just said to irritate Siri, where my fear came true, she started crying all at once. As if her boyfriend cheated on her. Aiyyappa kaha pasa diya muje?

Oh! God. Hey please, Swara stop crying I just was teasing you. But she nodded her in no. My dad glared at him, where he patted Swara's back, while mom was already hugging. I doubt whether she is also their daughter. I really don't mind having another sibling. It will be fun.

I promise I'll take you to date next time. She wailed towards him with broken words. I felt an urge to pull her cheeks for her cuteness. That idiot brother of mine got a gem like a girl, no doubt at all.

I love to go with but only after your delivery okay? He kissed her cheeks, where she stopped her waterfalls. I sighed in relief. But I couldn't myself stopping Aww at them. They are just adorable.

Hello, Mr? Where are you thinking you are going? I questioned my son, who was running towards the kitchen with his almost dirty clothes. I wonder how the people in boutique allowed him inside ever after seeing his condition. He looks a mess in all side. Fact that even I didn't notice that well. Yes, because you are so not your dreamy land. I heard a sarcastic comment from my brain.

Kitchen? He was already licking his lips in yum. 

Shut up and come. I picked him. He threw his legs to get freed from me. Like I'll leave him without cleaning him.

I'm taking him up to clean him. They all nodded, while my parents went inside to change as the other two continued watching some rom-com movies in the living room.

Manik's room in Kirloskar's Mansion

I took him to Manik's room, which is next to mine in Kirloskar's mansion. I don't need to ask things now. I roam around this home like I own. C'mon its parents home, of course, it's my home. I really don't hesitate like the first time when I came here. So, you could guess how easy and comfortable around them.

My bond with my parents have grown in a good way, we don't stand in the same line like one month back. I have improved my relationship with them with the help of Sanskar mostly. Swara just helps me whenever it is awkward for me. I couldn't be less glad of the same.

I kept Abhay on a slab of the washroom in Manik's room. Where he pouted.

Mamma, this is the third time, I'm bathing from the morning. Please have mercy. He pleaded without any tears.

Twice it is. Liar. I said sternly, he made a bad face for my counts. I quickly removed his shirt. Which looked anything but dirt to me.

I want you to clean yourself or else I'll send your naked butt pic to Mrudula. To the cue. He ran inside shower cabin. That was damn easy. Boy! He is so whipped.

Mom your just too cruel for your dearest son. He whined at me by peeping his head with an angry pout.

I guess I'll click the whole naked you and send it for her. I could hear only shower sound with his harmless curses at his fate. I laughed when he threw wet pants of his at my way. While I walked out of the washroom by closing it properly.

Elo? Sanskar kept Abhay's dress on Manik's bed neatly.

Abhay's dress

Thanks. I checked to see whether it fits him or not. But it did. Mostly it matched my son's style.

I'm Impressed. I patted his shoulders encouragingly as I looked digital clock showing 4:30 pm.

I know. You should be impressed by me. I rolled my eyes for his self-appreciation.

Accha chal. Muje tuje kuch dekna hai. He literally dragged me.

Abhay your changes are on the bed. Wear them. Don't go around all naked. I shouted at him, as my lovely brother pulled me along with him, where we both heard his yell at me, which we both laughed happily.

Hmm. Open the door, Princess. He flashed his beautiful smile to me not forget get excitement and hope in his eyes made me more curious to know what's in another end.

I touched the door at the rate of any daily soaps, where my brother being impatient himself pushed the door for me. I gawked at the scene. Fucking hell they changed the whole interior of my room. 

Not that I didn't like it, I just loved it. Who won't?

Do you like it? I just jumped on him with happiness to convey my message of liking or loving to him towards the room. It was classy, stunning and magnificent according to my taste.

Are we late again? I heard from my mom, who glared at Sanskar.

Can't just handle your excitement for a minute, idiot. You spoiled our surprise again. My dad scolded him but he cared less as he made me sit on the softest bed. Aww! Can I stay here forever? 

You know he is impulsive and patience isn't in his blood. So, why to waste our time? My mom filled my brother's world class nature. He scowled at them. They just glared at him.

I just showed her room, you still have another place to show her. You can always do that then scolding this only masterpiece of the world. We all rolled our eyes. His self-appreciation isn't stopping today for sure.

What's pending? I asked like a curious baby.

Let us show around. Now it was my parents turn to pull me from either side but the destination was the same. I was getting curious, I'm loving this surprises. Who won't?

I blinked my eyes, they really didn't do this. Did they?

C'mon, react something esi kadi rahegi tho dad hospital mai admit hojayenge. Bohuth menthse set kiya hai un hone tumre liye mom ke sath. It was my brother, who was pulling me to reality.

I just hugged my dad. I was so happy not for the walk-in closet but for the love he had for me. I was just too overwhelmed by the love and care they have for me. I feel I'm not giving cent percent for that love of theirs in return. I'm badly disappointing them for my priorities, I feel I'm a bad daughter, who can't simply make her parents happy, which I want to do so badly.

This is too much. Thank you. He just soothed my hairs, I just loved it whenever he did that. I feel I'm in one of the best places in the world. I feel the warmth and homely. Importantly protective in his arms.

This nothing for my princess. He kissed my forehead.

Oh! God such an emotional scene it is. Ekta kapoor serial mai bhi nae deka maine. That nerve of his.

Shut up Sanskar. My dad yelled at him, I showed my tongue to him. He was too jealous.

Mamma, Dadda scolded me. I can't bear that drama of his. He was whining at my mom, who was just cajoling him. Damn him! Bloody attention seeker.

Grow up, To be the father. I yelled at him more dramatically, he showed his complaining eyes to mom. She just pushed him. While she showed me each section. I was dumbstruck with things I was seeing. Though I had a walk-in closet in our apartment by Manik and in London by myself. But getting such things as a token of gift by your parents is total a different story, same as mine. I could see their love and pamper in it. And I was loving it like anything.

This is seriously too much. I said to my mom, who was showing me pieces of jewelry, which might cost a fortune to anyone. Everything was the topmost brands and rare gems attached to it. There was nothing called common in my closet. The simplest nightwear was branded not to forget it was in each color when I say color it meant each shade of that particular color. That was insane if you ask me. Where I stay hardly an hour or some hours. This is too much for a guest, who visits like hours. They must have planned everything thinking I would stay here. But I hurt them every time. I feel selfish. But I'm helpless when it comes between my family and parents. I always chose my family not that I don't want to stay. I want to stay with them and make memories with them. But I need more time for it because my family needs me more than any.

Nothing is too much for my daughter, Let's go. We'll have some snacks then you get ready. My mom clapped in excitement. She so full life, man. Which I lack myself. I was pushed by Sanskar from behind, where I dashed dad, he chained himself to mom, now we were walking train running around the home. This is silly but had its own touch of happiness. I feel Home. My home. Where I can go if I want someone unlike years back in my hard time. Now, I had the shoulder to say my worries and happiness. I had parents. With Aiyyappa's grace, I had four parents, who love me beyond and always be with me. I can't ask for any less.

Where we chatted endlessly eating lots of samosas made by mom. And dad restrained me from eating ice cream, but I couldn't do more, where he gave stern looks to me. I gave puppy face to either two, they really didn't help but I ended up eating nice Maharashtrian Puran Poli. Yum. My mom prepares food just yum. I'm just in love with it.

##

Swara, Help me, babe. I gave a puppy face to her for the help, where she kept on teasing and laughing at me. Seeing the hickeys on my neck and shoulders. I was pissed off. But she is the only help at the minute.

Chal thu bhi kya yaad rakegi? She threw red stole at me, where she covered my neck in a style so that others won't don't on me.

What about the shoulders? I whined, at the moment. I swear to Aiyyappa, I don't know how many times I have sworn on my husband for his art piece.

Why don't you use concealer for that? She suggested to me for the nth time. Hell, No, I'm going to tease that beast for this hickeys. That he should remember that never dare to mess with me.

No, I don't want to use concealer. So, use your brains. I curled my hairs nicely at the end and brought to the front to cover my hickeys. But it was just a try, nothing was helping me. I sighed in frustration. I pulled out my stilettos which went well with my dress and Manik's height for sure.

Nandu, Throw that stole, Have this. She passed me a leather jacket, which was high neck and doesn't look like I'm hiding something from anyone. This is the best. And it goes too well with the dress too.

I must say that the boy is the real monster on the bed too. She fixed the jacket on me properly. She covered me in proper places. I gave my bright smile.

You've no idea. He is the beast. I said to her truthfully.

Then let me know juicy details too, what's he is on the bed. She had no shame. Aiyyappa.

Will you stop talking about my sister's sex life with my best friend in front of me? It's embarrassing. Sanskar came to his room out of nowhere. I glared at him, he was rewarded with nice punches from her. He deserves that.

Aren't getting late honey? He questioned sarcastically. I rolled my eyes.

Waise chudail lag rahi ho sach mai. I emptied the whole jug of water on his. Dare he teases me again with that word.

What the fuck? he immediately hissed in pain as Swara twisted his ears.

No bad words in front of the baby. Promise kiya tha tumne. Dafar. She smacked him and left the room. I gave killer look to him. Where he was ready with his so-called wail again. I'm done for the day.

I'm leaving. I pushed him aside, where he came running behind me with full drench mood still.

You, Know you look like a hot cooker at the moment with that anger of yours. I hit him with a pillow, which Abhay passed to me.

You look hot and sexy, Babe. My son kissed my cheeks in admiration, Now that's what we call compliment, where that twin of mine received a hit from cooker led by mom, I couldn't help but laugh at the scene with the rest. It is worth watching the scene. And Mamma's boy ran for not getting hit from his mamma. Aww! Poor brother of mine.

Princess lag ragi hai. Meri baby. My dad kissed my forehead as he side hugged me. I showed my tongue to Sanskar. He started real cry. I just love irritating him. Trust me on that.

Dad princess nae Witch. Mom hit him hard. I laughed more.

Aur bolo 'mamma' tuje aur lagayegi. I said in the daze. I really didn't notice. I called her 'Mamma' finally. Until everyone became a stun in their places and when I realized what I said It was too late to take back my words. Oops! I had a big mouth. And I proved it myself and others once again. A big round of applause to Nandini Murthy again. Hell, I'm the impulsive person you can't a said word to me. Well, Do I mind calling it? For the first time in history, I fucking don't regret this impulsiveness of mine. I wanted to call them with Mom and Dad. But there was a line of awkwardness and hesitation in me to address them like that. Although they never pestered me to say or asked me to call them with that. Though I knew it they always carved to hear that from me. I could see that in their eyes. I guess my mind did something the best for my parents. And I was so happy about it from my heart.

What did you just say? She blinked her eyes, I could see hope, craving, happiness, love, surprise and many more in that eyes of her's. Where dad hugged me tightly in his embrace giving me the strength to say what I wanted to say.

Mumma. I cried at the moment, the word she wanted to hear me, I don't want to disappoint my parents more, they deserved every bit of it, where Sanskar just supported mom, where she cried heartily like a baby.

Arey ye tho sacch mai Ekta Kapoor serial bangaya. My brother can't go dumber for hell sake.

Arey mother India rona band karo, Mumbai flood math le aao. Warna teri beti kesi jayagi date pe. I beat the record of my own. As I landed him one nice punch of mine of his cheeks. Where he cried like a baby. Dad literally threw him on another couch without giving two shits to his so-called wail, while we both occupied one couch, where mom was settled. She was still crying but I could see a broad smile in that lips of her's. I guess. My impulsiveness got the best today.

I'm so happy. She hugged me tightly showered me with all the kisses and love of her's. I just gave in. I hugged her tightly. I loved this moment like anything. It was pure bliss to make your parents happy.

Waise Dad. Ye apko 'dad', nae bolaya abhi tak. The traitor.

Daddy. I showed my complaining hands towards Sanskar. There goes merry go round around the couches. I laughed with mom. Where my son and Swara were nowhere to be seen. I was sure, they didn't want to become an intruder at that moment, which was definitely not necessary according to me as they are family.

##

After crying, hugging, loving and kissing, I and Abhay finally left my parents home. This time there was a broad and bright smile on their lips unlike the rest of the time. I was happy that I made them, which was the least things I ever have done for them. I make sure from now on I do something for them to keep them happy and content. My parents deserve that.

Mamma, Your the best. The best than anyone I have come across. You are the best always for me. Abhay kissed my cheeks out of nowhere. I was just surprised by his gesture. I gave my bright smile to him asking 'why'.

Just nothing. I just wanted to say that to you for a very long time. You know, You can go and stay with Nana and Nani. I and Avni will manage with Papa. I'm sure, we all will manage. You can go stay with your parents for a few days. This time we really don't mind. We promise we won't trouble you like last time. I was totally surprised and startled at his pure confession there was no sign of disappointment in his eyes, he meant his words by his heart. Well was he the same boy, who was throwing his fits yesterday for the same thing. What happened to him in just one night. I don't know.

May I know why this sudden change? I questioned him.

Doesn't matter. I'll tell Dad and Avni. You can go to parents home and stay how much ever days you want. We won't ask you to come back unless you want to. He really didn't say that, did he? I couldn't understand why he said that. There was a determination in his eyes. I swear to Aiyyappa, I didn't know what was in his mind. I was desperately wanted to read them this time. Because he is not a person, who speaks about his feelings. One could see his feelings only in his eyes and actions. If not there is no way, he gonna spit it for you. I wish I could read him more clearly like Manik do, but I couldn't, I was a very bad reader from the very first, I admit my flaws.

Let's talk about this later. Now, let me get your dad to the date. I concentrated on the road. Where I took right as Malhotra Mansion gates opened for me, as soon as the guard saw me.

Waise Abhay. I wanted to ask you about the morning incident. He choked the water he was having. I rubbed his back.

Now spill it already. I knew you were pranking around your dad. Though I know it was a prank by my kids'. I was not ready to say it to Manik because I wanted to know, how he gonna react for the same. Surprisingly he looked restless and frightened to me. It surely worked him up badly.

That was not something I expected from him. But being a father, I understood that he was right in his place. Being worried about kids' is one of the emotions parents hold. And it is very justiciable, which is also good for children upbringing.

I just wanted to mess with you both as you made me cry yesterday for pity things which you weren't going to do, so I took my revenge. But the idea was given by Cabir Chachu only to embarrass you both when I asked for an idea from him. He admitted. That Cabir gonna a have nicely from Manik for sure, for spoiling his kids'. I assure you that.

You love to do that. Don't you? I questioned him with utter disbelief. For hell sake, I didn't want my kids' to be like me. Taking revenge. I like my kids' to be like Manik, who lets people have their own Karma. Why can't I be like him? I questioned myself. Because you're Nandini Malhotra, not Manik Malhotra. I mentally rolled my eyes at my mind thoughts.

Of course. You won't love messing with you both. He gave his ever standard Mini Manik Malhotra attitude to me. As much as I hate that smirk. I love that thing about their genes.

Let's go. I stepped out the car looking myself in the rare mirror. Seeing whether I looked good or not or if I need any touch up. But I was satisfied the way I'm. I walked in to mansion confidentially.

I was ready for this long date. This is going to be too long.

Let the date begins. I smiled at the thought.

End of Nandini's Pov

##

Manik's Pov

Mom, I'm Home. I yelled as soon as I came inside the Mansion with Avni in my arms, where I soon found my dad sitting on the ground in living room with all the papers around him. Where the hell my so-called organized father go? I guess this is his identical twin? But no, he is it. That grumpy old hack of my life.

Baby bear. My mom engulfed me in a tight bone-crushing hug. I couldn't breathe.

I can't breathe. Before I say, Avni took the pain. Where we were followed by Sinha's family behind me.

Sorry, my baby. She picked Avni in her arms.

You need a shower, Avni. She said to her sternly, when she was running away from my mom. Who is anything but the human tidy machine? In short, cleanliness freak.

She badly needs one. I don't want her to catch any cold for hell sake. I said matter of fact. Avni looked at me innocently. Aww! my baby didn't want the second shower for the day. She totally goes on me in this. Messy me.

I'll do that. Come let's clean up. My mom forcefully took her to Avni's room, which my parents personally designed for them.

Dad, es bhi kya kar rahi ho? That you didn't notice us? I walked over to them.

I'm a little busy. So, don't disturb, It's important. I sighed. And I sat next to him. Where all went to freshen except me, So, that they don't hear ear full by him.

You got Abhay's list. I was reading Avni's wish list, which Abhay captured in his Mobile and sent it to me yesterday. While dad took responsibility for pulling Abhay's wishlist. Much to my own breath.

Yeah, Kinda found few things. Trying to join the dots. But it is not mixing well with Avni's wishlist. Though they are from the same mother at the same time. They have different sets of taste, like and dislikes. They both are totally different. He sighed. He scrolled down things in his laptop and wrote something in his personal notepad. Papers were here and there. Many brochures about resorts, hotels, places. Everything was around. He was really working on things, like never before. I have never seen my dad doing something out of office so much to please someone. He was doing for my kids.

If anything is common in between them is getting any disease. If one gets another gets them, no matter what distance you keep them. They will get affected. My dad fed me with new information. He knew more than me. That is not acceptable. It should be me. I got back to work with him. Where we try to match things according to the situation and places. But it wasn't coming handy.

This!! I showed him, he pulled another paper we both got into the business. We tried almost everything to make things happen. Though sounds easy. It wasn't really. Abhay was far more different from Avni. when it comes to his wishlist. Avni had sound list while Abhay had silent list just like their characters.

This is going to be one tough job. My dad adjusted his glasses. While I got myself in searching for things.

Did you figure out locations? He asked me. Where he was doing top list.

I have vague ideas, Dad. Where he gave monster look to me.

You gotta kidding me, Honey. Your wedding is just in two months and you haven't decided on places. And you expect me to do preparations for that. How mean is that to give such a short time to do such a huge job. Do you think it's easy? If you have mistaken let me tell it is far from easy or difficult. And I'm getting exhausted. And also I'm telling you, meeting your requirements needs my life's plan. For that perfection you need for everything you do. He was frustrated for sure. I just laughed at his long lecture and his state. I love to put him often.

You better stop laughing and finalize things. I need to give location details to Neyonika. She needs a lot of time to prepare wedding decors according to locations, taste and preference. And even for me to set up things for the same. It isn't easy, Manik. I nodded my head in all way so that shut his mouth. Which he did. When I started working on locations seeing the list on my either side.

I got Swara's call details. I raised my eyebrows, where he sent me an email sent by my guards.

She got hold of Mukthi. Am I right, Manik? I was speechless. But there were no emotions on his face. It looks like casual talk of his with me, which it was definitely not.

Nandini never leaves anyone, who messes with me. You're well aware of that, dad. You should be happy that she hadn't killed her, yet. I answered him bluntly.

I expected a news of her death. Was he her own dad, I doubted the moment. Why was he so heartless?

Nandini can never kill anyone, dad. I defended my wife.

True. She can never stoop so low. He said absentmindedly. If I'm not sure, I saw a line of water in his eyes for blink, which was not there next second my eyes blink. He masked it well.

You love her still. Don't you? I questioned him. I wanted hear that from him.

She is my daughter, Manik. You can't hate your kids' wholeheartedly. How much ever mistakes a child does. At the end of the day. She was my daughter. A part of me always love and care for her, even though how much ever they hurt you or betray you. Every parent does that. Did he just admit that to me? I could hear a disappointment and sadness in his tone.

That very things, never let me hurt that man ever. That love. My parents had on her, how much ever they said they hated their only daughter for her sins. At the end of the day. I know the truth. I couldn't bring myself to destroy that part of hope in them even though knowing how mean and cruel she was to my family. My parents can't bear that. That was the only reason, I kept her near me. Though all I wanted was to kill her, who tried to harm my Nandini and babies. I let her go just for my parents. I showed the world, what world needed to knows. That was enough. Now, I have my family with me all sound and safe, I don't want anything to be revealed. And hurt my parents more, they have gone throw a lot more than seen. I don't my parents to get hurt. Though I don't want to include my dad in my parent's list. I end up doing the same. I can never be less unfavorable to him. He was ultimately my dad, whether I accept it or not. He was indeed important to me. And I can never hurt him, even if I want. I can never do, my love or unlove was covering him up every time. I sighed mentally.

You want me to get her out? That beast in me, giving a murderous glare to me.

Never make such a sin in your life again, Manu. He snapped me back when he heard that. It was a warning, never put me into trouble. He had enough. He can't see his son again in some hospital bed again. That gives a nightmare to my dad even today. Though he never said, I could easily see it in his eyes.

So, I let Nandini do whatever she does? I was clueless to do what and not. I was confused myself on that matter. In fact, I didn't care about her a bit. All I did till now for her just for my parents because they deserve happiness. And I don't want to add more miseries from my side once again to them.

As much as we know, Nandini and her upbringing will never let her stoop so low. I can assure you that she never make mistakes in this matter. Just trust her. Let her deal with things by herself this time. She is strong to protect herself with you all. She isn't that innocent girl, who walked out of your life. She is stronger than we could even imagine. He advised me and not to forget praised her. I could nod my head in this matter with a proud smile. I just don't want to be involved in this matter. And I was very confident to let Nandini deal things herself with perfection. She was very much capable of it. As if I don't I keep an eye on her. I will do that for her safety.

You just be around her. I don't want any risk on her or my kid's. As much as I hate this man with my dear life. I can't trust any single person for their safety other than him. He will be there before me to protect them. I'm sure about it.

You don't need to say that to me always. I'm well aware to take care of my kid's and grandkids. I rocked my head uninterested. Yet, I sighed in relief because he is there for me indirectly by protecting my family.

Are you both done? Avni sat on my lap. I kissed my baby. She giggled adorably making my world brighten up. Where she looked fresh with her favorite scent strawberry on her. She looked simple yet beautiful to me every. I can't help but be proud of my daughter.

We are not. We both continued our doings with help of Avni, who spell out most of Abhay's wishes unknowingly. Where my dad collected what he wanted. Avni was a great anchor to us when Abhay was the ocean of mystery to us. She knows each and everything, which I and Nandini never knew it. She kinda can read Abhay like an open book. And we both were really impressed by their bond. Which so rare to be found in between twin kids. In most of the cases, it is impossible to keep them in the same place. And here my kid's are totally different. They had the connection between them which fucking I didn't have with my both sisters, though I'm very near to them. They couldn't read me like anything Avni does for Abhay or even matter of any brother I have come across. Abhay and Avni had goals in this matter, and none couldn't beat that ever.

Mr. Malhotra?? I snapped my head up when I saw a servant pushing a giant box towards me. Looks like a gift box again, which was covered with Matt finished dark purple cover paper over it.

I Glee in happiness as I stood up and ran towards it, making Avni jump with me in excitement. And my dad giving a measured and confusing look. He has never seen his son so happy over a gift. No one has except my babies and Nandini knows, how I love gifts.

To My Handsome Hulk,

Get ready for me, baby!!

From love ~ Nandini

I bit my lower lips as I traced the box softly. None had made me feel this special in my entire life unless it's my wife. I can never be less happy about that. Importantly I felt I'm special for the one I always wanted to be. I sighed happily.

I removed the satin ribbon which was holding the box from either side only to reveal a wine colored Armani three piece suite hanging on mannequin magnificently. I could hardly blink my eyes from it.

I palmed my mouth to shut myself not scream like a girl. Even if I did, that was very justifiable. The surprise indeed deserved such a reaction. It was damn! Overwhelming it was for me.

Fucking hell of epitome, it is. Vishwas it was, I could hardly nod my head. Who was gaping at the masterpiece? I smiled in proud because I owned it for myself unlike him.

Mr. Malhotra, there is another two boxes. Maid passed me two different sized boxes, which was equally wrapped in the same color as the previous one. I was excited to see what it was held inside it.

And a note too. She handover to me.

Get ready sooner.

I'm waiting to see you in all this just for me in a while.

Love,
Nandini Manik Malhotra

I blushed myself reading that. I surely look like a teenager girl. But I'm loving it. Especially her way of addressing herself. I was unable to explain the happiness, that woman was none other than My Wife. I felt I held a praised and priceless possession in the whole world. Her.

Looks like love is in the air. He teased me. Where dad was gaping at the scene in horror. Where Avni was recording my reaction on her mobile. Can this go more cliche??

No. But I'm loving this cliche like never before.

Hmm. Dad, we'll continue tomorrow. I'm going out with Nandini for the date night. I said him in hurry. His face was worth watching.

I can see that. he was still in shock can't help at all.

How in the world you became so lucky to get such a woman, who left you but still she was yours always. Even after such a separation, nothing couldn't lessen that love in between. Man! You got something called Precious that I never got with the same woman. And you both deserve it for that love you had, which I never between with your mom. Your hope won, Importantly you never gave up like we both did. I'm really proud of you for that. I looked my dad dumbfounded, Did he just said that for me? And my love, who once said my love was toxic for her, which could destroy her. Did he?

I'm speechless. I said to him. I was tongue tied like never before, I never said such a conversation with my dad.

I can see that on your face. He said looking here and there. It was all awkward yet again. Avni's show was worth watching with Vishwas, who was looking, dad, all startled yet there played a small smile on his face. My dad was changing for the good. This time, I felt it myself. Was I happy? I don't know. Maybe I liked how it was going on between us.

So, you know what I expect from the wedding. I want the best and I will give her the best. So, be really more thoughtful and creative about my wedding. So, that we give her the best wedding in the world. You understood that. He nodded him absentmindedly, he was still conscious about what he said unintentionally, he was trying to cop up from it, I could see that. And he also knew that I needed everything perfect. I can't let her done. Neither can my dad, he was really working hard to make me happy this time. I could see effort, unlike past times. Though I saw his efforts I never acknowledge like right now.

I'm going to freshen up. And can you send it all to my room? I requested the maid who obliged immediately. None dare to disturb me. That was what I wanted. Avni was eating snacks made by mom. I really don't need to worry about my kids when they are with their grandparents. They are in the safest place in the world. I know.

A peaceful mind and heart before meeting her for this date. It couldn't go less romantic, can it?

I couldn't stop myself smiling and laughing like a fool.

It was my night with her again.

Just her and me.

##

I looked at myself once again the mirror as I set my hair according to my style. If I don't admit myself that I looked Handsome like never before, it is all waste, I did till now. I never took so much time to get ready for anything in my life, like did right now. I wanted to look more handsome today to her. Why that thought came to my mind? I don't know. In fact, I cared less. My main intention was to look good for her, so I took an extra effort just to please her more. I smiled broadly with sparkling eyes and not forget my charm and glow in my face. That Man in that reflection on another side looked anything but broken to me. If today's picture was given to me before four months back, I would've laughed at my gut. That was straight to impossible to achieve 'Today me' if you asked me back then. In total 'Today me' was totally impossible for me. I never thought there would be a day again in my life that I would be like this. That was how was I back then. But today everything is different I felt different. I Love This Man Like Never Before. And. I Love the people made this, Man.

Knock* Knock

Avni, Push the door. The door is open. While I pulled out other two boxes from the bed, as I settled myself, where I raised my eyes to look at my daughter, who was looking at me without blinking eyes. She was admiring me. I like that.

You know a father shouldn't so handsome and hot that his kids' shouldn't wish to call him as the elder brother. I opened my mouth like a fish when I didn't have anything to say. I indulged myself to unwrap my box.

You know, I just compliment you? She questioned me with a frown.

Was it? I felt it has a comment. And I thought that you didn't like me being handsome. I said matter of fact just to tease her.

Papa, stop teasing me. I love you however you are. Always. She whined at me as she tangled her arms around my neck. I giggled at her. As I made her sit behind me attaching her me still, while I worked on unwrapping the box again.

So, you decided on the place for the marriage? I nodded my head.

Where? She questioned me.

It's a surprise for everyone. So, for you too. She whined but I didn't give in. It was Nandini's dream. And I know where my marriage is going to happen to make her dream wedding come true for her. I'll make her happy. I'll.

Wow! nice shoes. Avni commented I could just nod my head. Louis Vuitton brand it was. And the most beautiful one too for me, as she gifted me.

I wore them quickly as I displayed myself in front of Avni. Who gave a super sign to me. I was satisfied that I looked good for my daughter. Then I was sure, I'll make appear handsome to my wife.

I quickly unwrapped another box, where Avni was more excited to see my action while she continued to record my actions and gestures in her mobile. I let her do the way she wants.

I was too impressed by the selections. It had its own detailing in each thing. I liked it the way it went with my style and aura. It was simply The Manik Malhotra's Aura.

I handover things to Avni as she helped me to attach brooches to my outfit while I picked a small box, which was present inside the brooches box.

Only to be mesmerized to see it was speaking of me totally. My personality and myself.

Guitar cufflinks. Nothing can be more explained about me than outfit I wore  in total. I smiled at Avni.

Thank you. I kissed her cheeks.

How do you know?? She was Astonished that I caught her once again with my styling. None could be better than her for me in styling me, who knows it better than me.

This cufflinks said me mostly that my pumpkin have selected this. She giggled in happiness. I appreciate her for her memory, which I vaguely remember saying, I needed my personal customised cufflinks. And here it is.

Now, you look perfect. She kissed my forehead affectionately by tip toeing. I felt blessed to have her by my side always. My mother.

She just adjusted my collar once again. And we both were ready to go down, where she handover me, my basic things like wallet, watch and hanky. She was truly my mother more than daughter to me. I was just able to express it to her.

Mr. Malhotra, Ms. Kirloskar is waiting for you downstairs. I nodded my head but hearing Ms. Kirloskar felt too odd for my own good. I was used to Ms. Murthy or Mrs Malhotra. Maybe I should try and adjust with it till I officially get married to give her my last name publically.

I'll be coming in two, make her comfortable. I dismissed him.

Excited?? She looked more excited for this date than men

Excited and nervous both. I said truthfully. I didn't want to hide it, this whole thing of going back to where it started, which is giving me chills diwn in my spain still. I hope this brings us back. Once again to where we were back then.

Don't worry I'm sure you'll enjoy your date. I promise. She pinched her throat. I kissed her forehead as I walked out of the room with her.

Let's see what's stored in this date for me.

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Who wants kid's POV?? And whose if??

Well, what's stored in the date?? Any guesses?? Any inputs??

Nandini's parents bond is progressing?? Need suggestion or scene's from you.

Abhay Malhotra wants his mamma to stay with his parents?? What you think is better??

Raj Malhotra making efforts for his son's happiness??

Avni Malhotra the synonyms of perfection!!!

If you're pleased do vote and comment. Will be happy to read more.

Until then miss me till the next chapter.

Lot's of love