A/N: 2 more days till Na NoWriMo is officially over!!! 😱😱😱 I can't believe it!!!

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Sunny dreaded getting out of bed that day. It meant that the tour has started and he would not be able to see his parents for about 2 months. But then again, there's also Ayesha...

"Remember Sunny," his mother reminded him. "Don't stay up too late, don't take too oily food or too spicy food. If not, you'll get a stomach ache. And eventhough you keep insisting that you don't need it, always carry a sweater. Drink plenty of water and take your vitamins. Don't worry about us, we'll be fine."

"Maa," Sunny chuckled. "I'll be here until next week Tuesday and besides, you'll be there for the concert tonight."

"But you won't be staying over anymore, right?" Mrs. Singhania asked.

"I'll try to drop by on Sunday after the show and maybe spend Monday with you guys before heading off on Tuesday," Sunny suggested.

"In that case," she said, jokingly. "Do whatever you want. I'll repeat it again on Monday then. "

Sunny hugged his mother.

"What on earth did I do in my past life to deserve such an amazing mom like you?" Sunny wondered.

Mrs. Singh laughed.

"Stop being melodramatic," she told him. "That's my job."

"Sorry," he apologized but kept his arms around his mother. "Maa, I don't want to go."

"Silly boy," she soothed. "You're going out there to chase your dreams, to do what you're passionate about. And then there's Ayesha..."

"Ayesha hates me maa," Sunny told her.

"Ayesha doesn't hate you," she coaxed. "She's just angry with you. Give her some time. She's probably just confused right now. If you want, I can talk to her."

"It's ok, maa," Sunny said. "I can handle Ayesha."

"In that case," Mrs. Singhania said. "Can you let go of me? I have a lot of work to do."

Sunny finally let go of her and waved a quick goodbye before getting into his car.

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Today was supposed to be the day that Ayesha looked forward to the most. It was the first concert of the tour and finally, she gets to see the results of weeks worth of hardwork. Unfortunately for her, that also meant she had to face Sunny.

Just focus on your work, she told herself. Just focus.

Luckily for Ayesha, when she arrived, Sunny was no where to be seen.

He's back to his usual self, she thought to herself.

Wait! Why was she thinking about Sunny?

Ayesha shook the thought off. However, after half an hour she got worried that he wasn't coming for their last rehearsal.

"Hello everybody!" Sunny announced as he burst into the concert hall.

Instantly, Ayesha's eyes lit up. Sonia who was sitting beside her had to stifle her laughter. She had heard from Sunny about what happened last night but she refused to believe that Ayesha had gotten over her crush.

"Late as usual," Sonia chipped.

Ayesha got up and immediately started giving instructions to the dancers, ignoring Sonia's remark.

"Like we said yesterday," Ayesha announced. "We still need to brush up on choreography before we're ready for tonight. And like I said might not be joining you when you're touring so, go out there and make me proud."

Sunny was stunned at the news.

What did Ayesha mean by not joining the tour?

He walked up to Ayesha and grabbed hold of her arm.

"Why aren't you joining the tour?" Sunny asked. "Is it because of me?"

"Don't flatter yourself," Ayesha replied. "I decided that I would return to collage earlier to help out with welcoming new students. It's a bit of a rush if I join the tour. I have already told Rahul sir my decision."

"But collage is 2 months away," Sunny replied. "You can still tour with us and go back later."

"Sunny," Ayesha said, her voice slightly raised. "I know what I'm doing. Now, get into your position. We're going to reherse the show from the top."

"Sunny!" Vishal called out. "Come on!"

Sunny let go of Ayesha's hand and stormed off. He then took his place in between Kabir and Vishal.

"Why didn't you tell me that Ayesha's leaving?" Sunny asked Kabir and Arjun.

"Because we thought you can convince her to stay," Kabir replied.

"She doesn't even want to see my face," Sunny remarked. "What makes you think I can convince her to stay?"

"Rahul sir gave her till Tuesday to change her mind," Kabir told Sunny. "You have 5 days. As much as I hate to let my sister date a kaminey (rascal) like you, you make her happy."

"Thanks," Sunny said.

"And don't think I don't know that you were late this morning because you went and asked her parents for their blessing," Kabir informed Sunny. Sunny's eyes widen at the revelation. "Don't worry, she doesn't know about it yet. My mom called and told me everything. You really are serious about her aren't you?"

"Extremely," Sunny replied.

"How did you convince dad anyway?" Kabir asked. "He never liked you."

"I took responsibility of my actions," Sunny revealed. "I apologized to him for causing so much trouble and then I told him about my future plans."

"You sound like you're marrying my sister," Kabir joked.

"Isn't that the whole point of dating?" Sunny asked as if it was the most natural thing. Kabir's face scrunched up, appalled by the idea. "Isn't that the same reason you're dating Tara?"

Kabir nodded. He still didn't like the idea though. To him, Ayesha will always be his baby sister.

"Shaadi mubarak (Congratulations on your wedding)," Vishal joked.

"Shut up," Sunny said as Ayesha made her way on stage. "I still need her to like me."

"In the event that I'm not going to be around," Ayesha ordered. "Sonia and Fakhir, you will be taking Abhay and my position."

Sonia and Fakhir nodded in response.

Ayesha was already delegating tasks to others, Sunny thought to himself. This is not good.

He had to change her mind and it has to be quick.

"The light technicians are still prepping the lights," Abhay announced. "They said to give them 15 minutes."

Ayesha nodded and beckoned everyone to relax.

Sunny walked over to her.

"Sunny," Ayesha huffed. "Can you please stop bothering me?"

"No," Sunny told her.

"You do realise that I can get a restraining order against you, right?" Ayesha retorted.

"Ayesha," Sunny persisted. "Kab tak problem se bhaagti rahogi (How long will you run away from the problem)?"

Jab tak aap samajh sakte ki (Until you understand that)," Ayesha replied. "I don't love you. Not anymore."

"That's not true," he uttered. "I saw the way you looked at me when I walked in."

"You're just imagining things," Ayesha said.

"Fine," Sunny sighed. "I'm imagining things. But can you at least tell me what should I do to gain your forgiveness? How many more times must I say 'I'm sorry' before you're willing to trust me again?"

"I thought about it yesterday," she revealed. "And I talked to Abhay. I have decided to forgive you but you have to show me you really mean it and you deserve it. Till then... Just give me some space."

Sunny nodded.

"If that's what you want," he told her. "Fine."

Sunny didn't know what to feel. Should he be glad because she forgave him? Or should he be upset because she rejected him again? He turned around and walked towards his position.

"Guys!" Sunny called out. "We'll practice without the lights! Let's do Wake Up Sid"

The dancers reluctantly got up and went towards their positions.

"What are you doing?" Kabir asked.

"Rehearsing," Sunny replied.

Sunny picked up his guitar and immediately started playing. Everyone else scrambled to their positions, even his band members.

Kabir:

Suno Toh Zara Humko Hai Yeh Kehna

Waqt Hai Kya Tumko Pata Hain Na

Arjun:

So Gayi Raat Jaake Din Hai Ab Jaag Utha

Vishal (Kabir and Sunny harmonizing):

Aankhen Masalta Hai Saara Yeh Sama

Awaazein Bhi Leti Hai Angadaaiyan

VKAS:

Wake Up Sid!

Arjun:

Saare Pal Kahein

VKAS:

Wake Up Sid!

Sunny:

Chal Kahin Chalein

VKAS:

Wake Up Sid!

Arjun:

Sab Dishaaon Se Aa Rahi Hai

Sada Sun Sako Agar Suno, Suno, Suno

Sunny:

Wake Up!

Yeh Jo Kahein Woh Jo Kahen Sun Lo

Arjun:

Jo Bhi Sahi Tum Ko Lage Chun Lo

Vishal:

Karna Hai Kya Tumhe Yeh Tumhi Karo Faisla

Kabir (Vishal and Arjun harmonizing)

Yeh Soch Lo Tum Ko Jaana Hai Kahan

Tumhi Musafir Tum Hi To Ho Caarvaan

VKAS:

Wake Up Sid!

Arjun:

Saare Pal Kahein

VKAS:

Wake Up Sid!

Sunny:

Chal Kahin Chalein

VKAS:

Wake Up Sid!

Arjun:

Sab Dishaaon Se Aa Rahi Hai

Sada Sun Sako Agar Suno, Suno, Suno

Sunny:

Wake Up!

Vishal:

Aaj Bhi Dekho Kal Jaisa Hi Na Ho

Aaj Bhi Yun Na Tum Sote Hi Raha

Itne Kyun Sust Ho Kuch Kaho Kuch Suno

Kuch Na Kuch Karo

Ro Pado Ya Haso Zindagi Mein Koi Na Koi Rang

VKAS:

Bharo

Wake Up Sid!

Arjun:

Saare Pal Kahein

VKAS:

Wake Up Sid!

Sunny:

Chal Kahin Chalein

VKAS:

Wake Up Sid!

Arjun (Sunny singing backing):

Sab Dishaaon Se Aa Rahi Hai

Sada Sun Sako Agar Suno, Suno, Suno

VKAS:

Wake Up Sid !

Arjun:

Saare Pal Kahein

VKAS:

Wake Up Sid!

Sunny:

Chal Kahin Chalein

VKAS:

Wake Up Sid!

Arjun:

Sab Dishaaon Se Aa Rahi Hai

Sada Sun Sako Agar Suno

VKAS:

Wake Up Sid !

Arjun:

Saare Pal Kahein

VKAS:

Wake Up Sid!

Sunny:

Chal Kahin Chalein

VKAS:

Wake Up Sid!

Arjun:

Sab Dishaaon Se Aa Rahi Hai

Sada Sun Sako Agar Suno, Suno, Suno

Sunny:

Wake Up!

The moment the song finished, Sunny immediately plonked down his guitar and walked off stage.

"I going to get a drink," Sunny announced as he disappeared into the wings.

Everyone else just stared, confused by Sunny's actions.

"What's wrong with him?" Arjun asked.

"Ayesha happened," Kabir answered and went after Sunny.

Ayesha placed a hand over her face, exasperated by Sunny's actions.

"Take 5 everyone," Abhay announced on her behalf. "We'll continue when Sunny and Kabir get back."

He then walked up to Ayesha.

"Are you ok?" Abhay asked.

"I'm fine," she replied.

"Ayesha?" Sonia called from her spot. "Can we talk in private?"

Ayesha nodded.

"I'll be right back," she told Abhay and left with Sonia.

Sonia led Ayesha to an isolated spot backstage. It was where the dancers usually hung out when they were on their break. However, with the current situation, no one knew what was going on so all the dancers decided to wait on stage in case Sunny pulled another act like the one he just did.

"I know that you know that I know about Sunny's feelings towards you," Sonia stated. "My question to you is why are you torturing yourself and Sunny?"

"I'm not," Ayesha answered.

"Let me rephrase that," Sonia tried again. "Why are you afraid of telling Sunny the truth? Don't lie to me, I know you like him as much as he likes you."

Ayesha rolled her eyes.

"I DON'T like him," Ayesha emphasized. Sonia gave Ayesha a threatening glare. Ayesha knew that she and Sonia have been friends long enough to know when the other person is lying. Well, at least I tried. "Fine, I admit that I have mixed feelings about him."

"So?" Sonia asked.

"I don't know," Ayesha said as she threw her hands in the air. "I need to spend some time away from him to realize what these feelings actually mean. And I have't been able to do that because Sunny's always around. Every. Single. Day."

"Then tell him the truth," Sonia prompted.

"I can't," Ayesha replied. "I'm afraid he'll take it the wrong way."

"Ayesh," Sonia said. "Sunny maybe a joker and an idiot most of the time but I'm sure he can understand a simple thing such as that. And what happens if you really do like him?"

"I don't know," Ayesha answered truthfully. "Women in my family are never lucky in love."

Ayesha chuckled at her own joke as Sonia gave Ayesha a look.

"Bad joke," Sonia told Ayesha.

"I know," Ayesha muttered. "I... I'll cross that bridge when I have to, ok?"

Sonia nodded.

"Just don't take too long," she advised. "I want to spoil your kids rotten."

Ayesha laughed.

"Excuse me?" Ayesha asked, jokingly. "Go and have your own kids. After all, you already have a boyfriend."

"Whatever," Sonia shrugged. "We better get back before someone starts a search party for us."

Ayesha reached out and grab Sonia's hand just as she was leaving.

"Can you keep this a secret between the two of us?" Ayesha asked.

"What secret?" Sonia responded with a knowing smirk. "I don't know what you're talking about."

Ayesha hugged Sonia.

"You're the best," she told her.

"I know," Sonia replied.

Ayesha let go of Sonia and the two girls made their way back to the stage.

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A/N: Will Ayesha tell him Sunny about her feelings? Will Sunny convince Ayesha's confused soul? So much drama, so little chapters left... And then there's still another character I've yet to feature... Hmm... How does she fit into all this?