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When Nandini first found Madhyam in their kitchen that day, at the same time on the other side we can see a jeep driving away in full speed consisting of five people on the highway from Bangalore to Mumbai .

They were none other than the famous Fab5... Cabir on the passenger seat busy munching on something or the other, Manik on the driver seat driving the jeep and in the back of the jeep sat the other three friends /members of the band Mukti, Alya and Dhruv.

At the moment they were returning back from their concert held in Bangalore. They had missed their flight and did not wanted to waste any more time by waiting for the next flight which was scheduled during the night time which will make them very late , so they decided to reserve book a car and drive instead as our Majnu Manik Malhotra was missing his wife very much and couldn't stand the distance between them any longer, he just wanted to reach back home to his Jaan as soon as possible and love her with all his heart and soul.

"This feels so good na guys, just like the old times, the random road trips we use to go to during our college days. " Alya chirped excitedly from the back seat, making all the other four nod their heads in yes agreeing with her completely.

"of course it feels amazing make up kit, after all you have to see whose idea was this... The one and only C-" the all time bhukkad of the group Cabir started to boast about himself, when he was interrupted...

"Manik Malhotra!" Manik said with his all time infamous smirk, making Cabir scowl at him and the other three laugh.

"Saalle kamine... Why do you always have to butt in whenever I am trying to say something wonderful things about myself and ruin the effect. " Cabir said while punching Manik on his shoulder.

"Revenge bro revenge for always ruining my romance with my Nandu." Manik replied, listening to which the others laughed out more loudly feeling the entire surroundings around them with joyful, happy laughter of beautiful friendship and music that was playing from the radio channel in the jeep.

" OK OK guys calm down... I have to tell something very important to all of you." Mukti said next, bringing a stop to their laughing session and making all of them to turn towards her immediately except for Manik who was busy driving and looking at the road ahead of them but also listening to each and every word that was being spoken.

" What happened Mukti is everything OK... Any problem, tell us we will solve it in no time." Manik said with a concerned voice, always ready to protect his friends and loved ones and solve all of their problems.

"ya tell us lady bheem what is the matter, after all we are the Fab5 'all for one n one for all'  we can solve anything when we are together." Cabir said.

"Aree if you guys stop talking then only I will be able to tell na."

"yup Now no one will speak except for Mukti, so what is the important thing you wanted to tell us about Babes?" Alya asked Mukti in her sweet voice.

After taking a deep breath finally Mukti said, " The important thing which I wanted to tell you all is that I have decided to propose Abhimanyu... He has always been there by my side loving me, supporting me, protecting me and accepting me for the person I am inside and out with all my bad past and never for once did he tried to change me. He has waited patiently for all this years... And now I am finally ready to take the next big step in our relationship guys. He is the one for me, I want to spend the rest of my life with him. So I want to surprise him by proposing him for marriage. "

As soon as Mukti finished telling her tale to everyone, Alya squealed in utter happiness and excitement and hugged Mukti tightly making Mukti laugh in pure joy seeing her friends reaction to her news, while there was beautiful wide smile on the faces of all the three men . All of them were very happy for Mukti and Abhimanyu now everyone in their group will be a married or soon-to-be-married couple... Manik and Cabir were already happily married to their better halves , Dhruv and Alya were engaged and planning their wedding which will be held next year and now Mukti too has decided to get married who has been still dating Abhimanyu from their college times.

"we are all very happy for you Muku and this will surely make Abhimanyu very happy and make him feel very special... After all how often does a girl proposes a guy for Marriage... Haaa! " Alya said and winked teasingly at Mukti.

"Wow today is turning out to be a very lucky and happy day for us guys, first another huge successful and super duper hit concert, then the big music contract, now Mukti's surprise... Don't know what more surprises and happy news are waiting for us back in Mumbai. But anyways this calls for celebration and that too Fab5 style people. We all are going to  Manik's place, Nandini will already be at home as today is Sunday so no work and we will also call the others too at his place and party hard all night. "Cabir shouted excitedly, making everyone grin widely.

" Perfect plan my bira, but before Partying I need all your guys help. "Mukti said, making them frown slightly.

" What help do you need Mukti? "the ever good guy Dhruv immediately asked ready to help his friends whenever in need.

" I need to buy the Ring for Abhimanyu, So after reaching Mumbai the first thing we are going to do is visit a jewelry shop and help me to choose the perfect ring for him. After that we can go to Manik's place and party and also plan the proposal so that from tomorrow onwards we can start the preparation. I want to propose him on Wednesday as he has a half day off from work that day. And Manik I know you are very impatient and eager to see Nandini but this will take only few hours... You have already waited three days so few more hours won't be so much tough to endure right our Majnu." Mukti said and smirked at the end , making Manik roll his eyes seeing his friend teasing him while the rest chuckled.

" Ya why will I have any problem with this, of course we'll go and help you in your Ring shopping but before that I have to call Nandini and inform her that we will be late or else you guys know her, she will start to worry and take unnecessary stress making herself sick in the end. Cabir call Nandini from my phone and put it in speaker." Manik said, listening to which Cabir stopped the music playing in the jeep and took Manik's phone to call Nandini.

" fine but Manik don't tell Nandini the actual reason why we are going to be late okay? " Mukti said, making Manik frown in confusion but before he could ask Mukti Why Cabir bit him into it and asked instead.

"Because I myself want to tell both Nandini and Navya about this face to face when we meet okay and also haa Manik tell her that we will reach home very late maybe midnight." Mukti said next but when she again gained confused look from all her friends she sighed and continued to explain the reason behind this suggestion," what why are you guys looking at me like idiots... aree baba if we tell her that we will reach home by 7 or 8 something like that then madam will start cooking lots and lots of food for us and tire herself out like always , so it's better to tell her that we will reach home very late and we will order the food from outside for the party and also surprise her too as she will be expecting Manik and us to come home at 12 or after that. " and smirked seeing the amazed shocked faces of her friends.

" I know I know I'm great after all I am the only smart and intelligent person in this group. "Mukti said while pulling up imaginary collar, making the others come out of their trance and roll their eyes listening to her self praise.

So finally, after this Cabir dialed Nandini's number while Manik and the rest waited for her to pick up the call with smiles on their faces, not knowing how the next few hours will change all of their lives for forever ... Just in a single moment a beautiful, happy, joyous day will turn into the worst day of their lives.

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Manik Malhotra, 26 years of age. The founder and the lead singer, guitarist of Fab5 and also handles the Malhotra Industry from last 2 years after his father passed away.

Cabir Dhawan, 26 years old. The Drummer of Fab5 and also a famous Rj and Vj.

Alya saxena, 25 years old. The keyboardist of Fab5 and also a fashion designer.

Mukti Vardhan, 26 years old. The electric guitarist of Fab5 and also owns a chain of Cafes all over Mumbai.

Dhruv Vedant, 26 years old. The guitarist of Fab5 and also owns his own dance academy D4.

Abhimanyu Thakkar, 27 years old. Mukti's boyfriend, friends of Fab4 and rakhi brother of Navni. He is a police officer the DSP of Mumbai branch.

Mrs Navya Cabir Dhawan, 24 years old. Cabir's wife, Nandini's bestie. She is a famous Rj in Mumbai like her husband.

How was today's chapter everyone... Few words for it?

Bye and stay safe,

Love you all,

Ria❤️