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|NAINA|

I can't believe how fast this two weeks have gone by. Today is the day when Neena and Isha go back to Bangalore and from today for the next 4 months I'm going to be here all by myself. Am I scared? Hell yes I'm really scared and I don't even know why. That's the worst part.

I'll just have to work through my feelings. I really want to stay here longer. Not just because Viraj is here but also for myself. Teaching these kids has become such an integral part of who I am. They have accepted me so effortlessly and shower me with so much love. I don't feel like leaving.

Currently it's 6am and I have been awake for the past 30 minutes. I didn't feel like going for my walk today. I just wanted to stay here. I feel really low that they're leaving, I had gotten used to their presence and now when they leave I'm going to miss them so much. Last week had been a roller coaster ride. If not for my best friends I would have already been buried 6 feet deep into the ground.

Well I told my parents about my decision for extending my stay here and boy did they not like that one bit. I love my parents and would never do anything to hurt them. But just this once I wanted to do something for myself. I know they didn't mean to scream at me that bad. They were just concerned about my future and I get that. So after a million calls that consisted of us screaming our lungs out and finally Isha and Neena's parents steping in then and only then did they agree.

Of course after that followed a numerous amount of advices and warnings. That I should focus on my GRE preparation and not get carried away. The usual warnings. Viraj is still not aware that I'm not leaving today. I didn't tell him yet, I wanted to surprise him at the end, can't wait to see his reaction. I can already tell he's going to be so mad but I don't care, I know how to make it up to him.

Neena and Isha will be leaving today at 5pm so we have to be at the airport by 3 at least. They had already packed everything so the room looked really empty. Sister Brenda had insisted that I shift my things to Lisa's room as she had a spare bed so that I don't feel lonely. The other volunteers and our friends had already left. It felt so weird to not have them here. We promised to keep in touch.

All of us had gone out together the other day. I know change is inevitable but my heart felt heavy. Things are changing way too fast in my life and I felt really overwhelmed. My mind was reeling with all these thoughts when my phone started vibrating. I removed it from behind my pillow to see who it was. The name on the caller id made me smile, behold it was Viraj who had called me.

I picked his call up after 4 rings. "Hey Naian! Were you asleep?" I smiled at his question. " No Viraj I was awake. What's up?" I asked him whispering as I didn't want to disturb my friends. "Why aren't you at the park? Are you tired? What's wrong?" Ohh now I get it. He does this all the time. He never informs me priorly that he'll be at the park the next day.

Viraj does that all the time and it pisses me off. The day I eagerly wait for him, he never shows up but the day I least expect him he magically appears. "Oh god! Don't tell me you're at the park waiting for me! Why do you do this Viraj? Why can't you tell be before hand if you're planning to come or not?" He laughed huskily , he can be so annoying at times. Here I'm trying to be angry at him but his husky laugh sends shivers down my body.

"I could but what's the fun in that Miss Rao! I always like to see your irritated and angry face. Makes me want to kiss you harder." I felt my heart stop for a minute. How can he change such a casual conversation into a flirty one was beyond me. "Hello Nania are you blushing right now? Can you please come here and blush?" I laughed at his question. "Viraj I'm really not in the mood, I promise to meet you later Okay?"

To be honest I really wasn't in the mood. "Naina please Come! When exactly is your later? You're leaving today and I want to spend time with you. I know I was supposed to do that yesterday but I had some important work, I apologised a million times. Are you still mad at me for that?" Woah Viraj is all frazzled that's not something you see every day is it? We were supposed to spend the whole day yesterday with each other but unfortunately he had to go somewhere.

I'm not mad at him because there were still many days that I could spend with him, but he wasn't aware about that. I can't wait to see his reaction when I tell him that I'm not leaving today. "Can you chill, I'm not angry with you. I'm just not in the mood." Viraj sighed sounding exhausting. "Fine then I'm coming to the orphanage right now! Meet you at the entrance! 5 minutes Naina!" Before I could reply he cut the call.

I groaned getting up from the bed. 5 minutes seriously? Is he out of his mind? Well when you're dating a solider one thing is clear, Always expect the unexpected. Over the weeks he has asked to meet me at the weirdest of times. I would never change that for anything no matter how much that irks me, it's the only time I get to spend with him. Getting a hug from a man in olive greens is worth everything. I quickly brush my teeth and comb my hair. I wore a sweatshirt over my T shirt and exited the room quietly.

I literally ran towards the entarce. A few meters away from the main gate stood Major Viraj in all his glory leaning against the car and tapping his feet impatiently. He has always been particular about time. I walked towards him and waved my hands in front of him. He smiled at me slightly and tugged me towards him.

I pressed my back against his chest, he rounded his arms around my waist. "You're late Naina! I lost 5 precious minutes that I could have spent with you." I tilted my head slightly rolling my eyes at him. "Yeah yeah, cut the drama Viraj!" He pulled tigheter towards him and leaned down to kiss on my cheeks. Heat spread down my body, my eyes closed on their own accord. No matter how many times he kisses me casually on the cheek I always feel like it's the first time.

The chemistry between us is undeniable. He moved his lips towards my ear. "It's not dramatic Naina. I'm dead serious. I want to spend as much time as I can before you leave." He whispered huskily, my breathing turned shallow. I gasped when he nipped my ear lobe. He didn't stop his sweet torture there. He moved my hair to one side and pulled my sweat shirt slightly down my shoulders.

He placed soft kisses on from my neck all the down my shoulder. He began to suck on my sweet spot. I couldn't help but moan and tighten my hands that were on his. " Umm Viraj what are you doing? You do realize that we're in the middle of the road right!" I practically moaned, asking him breathlessly. After a while he stopped sucking on my neck, I could feel something hard poking my back.

Oh fuck! It's his hard on!!! My eyes wided at the realization. My heart was slamming against my chest. I looked into his grey pools, he laughed at my expression. "Don't look so surprised! I'm sure you're wet too! This is the affect you have on me Naina! I will be damned if you don't feel that way." I could feel my cheeks getting warmer by the second. What the fuck? Did he just dirty talk with me? Okay this is really the next level. What is going on?

"Okay did I just dream what you said or did you actually say that?" Viraj threw his head back and laughed, his Adam's apple moving up and down. Damn I wanted to lick it! Okay what is wrong with me? What am I acting like a horn dog? "Can you stop laughing?" I shoved him away irritated and put some distance between us. I can't think straight when he's so close. This is new territory. Sure we made out a lot of times but the dirty talking that's definitely something new.

"Okay I'm sorry Naina. It was fun to see you all flustered and surprised. No you didn't imagine anything. Too much too soon? Do you want me to dial it down?" Viraj asked the last part cautiously, he waited for my reply eagerly. "No not like that it's just that I don't know! It was new, I hope I didn't make it awkward." I shook my head throwing my hands in the air.

Viraj moved closer to me and pressed his fingers under my chin urging me to look at him. "Hey I know it's new for you. We'll take it slow for now okay! No more dirty talking until you're comfortable." He looked into my eyes deeply waiting for my reply. How lucky am I to have such a gentleman as my boyfriend? He's so sweet and considerate. At that moment I felt the need to kiss him and that's exactly what I did.

I slammed my lips against his throwing my arms around his neck and ran my fingers through his scalp clutching his hair. He jerked behind not expecting such a reaction. I pushed my tounge into his mouth exploring every inch of it. He pulled me by my waist making sure there was no space between the both of us. I could taste his minty breath, his musky scent that was all him. He moaned against my lips and moved his hands slightly lower. I could care less, I wanted him as close as possible right now.

I could feel his hard on poking on my stomach and wetness pool in between my legs my stomach coiled. I was the first one to break the kiss. Placing my head on his chest I tried to catch my breath. Damn that had to be the hottest kiss we had ever shared. Viraj's chest vibrated as he laughed. "Well then I take it, you don't mind all the dirty talking. I certainly don't if it makes you this every time." I moved away from his chest facing him.

I laughed at him shaking my head. "You idiot I never said I mind about it, I just told you it was a little weird but a good weird. Why do you always jump to conclusions?" I asked him irritated, he does that all the time and I don't like it. He shrugged his shoulders.

"Okay fine I'm sorry. I never want you to feel uncomfortable around me." He ran his calloused thumb over my swollen lower lip and stared at me with dark eyes. "Okay fine you're forgiven. I'll be crazy if I don't especially after that kiss." I smirked at him while he laughed shaking his head. I have no idea since when I had become so bold. This is crazy!

"Fine now that all of the distractions are done." Viraj rolled his eyes I shoved his shoulders. "I want you to come to the airport to drop me off." Viraj looked at me like I had grown two heads. "Are you stupid ? Of course I'll come. Is that even a question to ask?" I smiled at him innocently and shrugged my shoulders.

"I mean it's okay even if you don't come. You might be busy, I'm not one of those clingy girlfriends." He rolled his eyes cursing under his breath. He pulled me towards his chest and I gasped. What is up with him? He's giving me way too many shock. " Shut up Naina. I can make time for you anytime! You are my priority too. Don't ever forget that!"

He tucked a piece of hair behind my ear and kissed me on the forehead. I sighed contently. I know I'm not leaving today but damn I'll miss him so much when I do. I think I think I'm in nevermind I'm not admitting it right now. But I do know I'm far deep and if something happens to him I don't think I'll ever be able to bear it.

I smiled at him and my eyes had tears in them just thinking about being away from him. "Hey are you okay? Are you crying?" He pulled me into a hug. "Naina please don't cry! We'll work it out okay. I know it's hard but we'll get through it." I sniffled against his chest and nodded my head. We embraced each other tightly for the next few minutes.

I was the first one to break the embrace. I moved away and wiped my face discretely. Taking a deep breath I looked at him. "Okay Viraj, I think I'll go now. See you at 2:30?" Viraj smiled at me and nodded his head. "Bye Naina. Call me if you need anything else." I smiled up at him moving forward I hugged and placed a kiss on his cheek.

He stayed there until he was sure I got into the orphanage safely. I could feel his gaze all the way back to the entrance. Turning behind I waved once I reached the entrance. He waved back getting into the car and drove away. I moved towards the room with a heavy heart.

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It was already 2pm, Viraj and the rest of the gang will be here in another half an hour. I had successfully moved all my things into Lisa's room. She was super sportive about sharing a room with me. I quickly changed my clothes and walked towards my former room. I leaned against the door frame and stared at the room. I'm going to miss this room and my friends.

Neena and Isha were getting ready and cleaning up the place. I felt someone tugging my shirt. Looking down I realized it's Veer. I smiled at him, picking him up in my arms. He looped his arms around my neck and smiled at me. I couldn't help but kiss him on his chubby cheeks.

Veer had been doing well. He did have a few nightmares, those nights Sister Brenda insisted that he sleep with me and I was only happy to accompany him. He was such an amazing cuddler. "Nea what that?" He pointed at all those bags. "Those are Isha's and Neena's bags. They're leaving baby."

I told him cautiously, I'm so thankful that I didn't have to leave today. I have no clue how he'll react. Veer contemplated on what I just said, he pouted at them his eyes became misty . Ohh no, he's going to cry. He pushed my hands to put him down. "You both no go! Pwese no go! Nea and I sad." Isha and Neena had tears in their eyes. They moved towards him and hugged him together.

"I wish baby! But right now we have to go. Don't worry we'll be back soon enough okay." Isha kissed his cheeks and rubbed his back. Neena nodded her head and kissed him on the other cheek. " Yeah the next time we visit we'll bring lots of chocolates. Until then please take care of Naina for us. You are a big boy right?" Neena tickled him, Veer's laugh resonated in the room making all of us smile at him. He's so adorable!

"Okay both of you come back shoon. I take care of Nea! I biwg boy!" I laughed at his proud face. I walked towards them and kissed Veer on the cheek. "Thank you Veer! You're the best!" Neena and Isha kissed on both his cheeks while he giggled trying to wiggle out.

"Okay guys that's enough. Finish packing the rest of the things! I'll go drop this monster near the play area." I took Veer from Isha's arms who whined at the thought of going back. "No Nea I stway!!! Pwese!" I shook my head but smiled nonetheless. "No Veer you need to go back. Tell them bye!" He waved at them blowing a flying kiss. They laughed at his antics but reciprocated. I kissed him on his cheeks and walked towards the play area.

"Okay baby, be careful and take care! I'll be back after a while! Bye Veer!" He nodded his head giving me a sloppy kiss and got down from my arms. The other kids waved their hands and me I was happy to wave back.

I helped them pack the rest of the things and move all their bags out of the room. The three of us stood there recalling all the great moments we had here. "Well I guess this is the end of an era and the beginning of a new one." Neena stated Isha and I nooded our heads."We'll miss you Naina! Take care!" Isha cried a little which caused the start of a crying fest.

We composed ourselves and collected the bags. We were greeted by Sister Brenda and Sister Linda at the door. They hugged Neena and Isha showering them with their blessings. At the entrance I could see a Mahindra Balero. Oh god it's that 10 seater car.

Well looks like everyone are coming to drop us of oops sorry drop Neena and Isha off at the airport. Indu had to go back a few weeks back but she like me decided to extend her stay. Viraj was casually leaning against the car with his aviators on. Damn it! How does he mange to look so good at anytime of the day. I think my ovaries just danced, oh god what is wrong with me?

I raised my eyebrows at him, he just shrugged his shoulders and mouthed " They all wanted to come!" Shaking my head I smiled at them. Sameer and Sahil walked towards their respective girlfriends and carried their bags for them. Just then Viraj also came forward to take my bag. "Thank you!" Viraj smiled slightly , pushed his aviators down a little and winked at me. "Of course Naina, at your service always." I smiled blushing a little.

We settled inside the car. It was a a bit cramped but I forgot about my position once I started chatting away with the girls. The guys were in the front. We reached Jolly Grant Airport after about an hour. The girls collected their luggage and entered the Airport. Sameer and Sahil followed them. So did Indu, Annie, Neel and Arjun. Now it was just Viraj and I.

I guess now's the right time to tell him that I'm actually not leaving today. I cleared my throat to catch his attention he was looking inside the trunk for my bags, funny cause I am not even leaving. He looked up at me frowning. "Naina where are you bags and what's wrong?" He walked towards me and places his hands on my face.

"Okay I don't know how you're going to react to this. Just don't get angry." He rolled his eyes, "I can never be angry with you. Tell me what's wrong." Now or never Naina, go for it you can do it. My subconscious mind chided at me. "Uhh the thing is I'm not leaving today." He looked gobsmacked for a second but started laughing all of a sudden. What the hell? Did I tell a joke or what? "Naina I know this separation is hard but please don't joke about this. Don't raise my hopes up."

My heart melted at that statement. How in earth did I land up with such an amazing man? I placed both my hands on his face and stared deeply into his eyes. "Just calm down okay! I'm really not leaving today thus, there are no bags of mine. I would never joke about this!" I looked around making sure no one could see us. Standing on my toes I placed a long kiss on his lips.

Viraj was still tongue tied. I pulled after a while. He chuckled and shook his head. "So you're really not leaving today?" I smiled up at him shaking my head no. "Yes I'm not leaving for a good 4 months." Viraj smiled at me and pulled me in for a tight hug. "That's the best thing that I have heard today!" I laughed placing my arms around his waist pulling him closer if that was possible.

"Wait!" He pulled away abruptly, looking at me with a serious expression. "What about your GRE exam and where are you going to stay? Didn't the volunteering program end? If you're staying back because of me don't Naina! I want you to persue all your dreams! Don't just give up because of me. We'll work this out somehow." He blabbered without even taking a breath.

"Jeez, can you pipe it down. Okay now to answer all your questions. I can take the exam from anywhere that's not a big deal. I extended my volunteering period. Sister Brenda had to pull a lot of strings for that but she managed it. You are partly the reason why I'm staying back but not entirely Viraj. I really love teaching those kids and I'm not ready to leave yet. I'm not giving up on my dreams so chill." I answered all his questions and sighed deeply.

He stared at me for a while once again with that stupid poker face. "Say something." His face tured angry, well I knew what was coming. "How long have known this? Why didn't you tell me before? I just I just go away Naina. I'm so mad at you. Did you think this was fun?" Oh crap he's actually angry, well that's understandable I would be too. I placed my hand on his strong bicep. Late reaction but I mean this was coming.

He shruged my hand and walked away but I followed him. "Viraj I'm sorry! I have known about this for 2 weeks now. Can you stop for a second and listen to me?" His steps halted and he tured to face me wating for my justification. "I'm really sorry okay but these 2 weeks you have been so busy and when I'm about to tell you, you get a call and have to get going. Plus I hate to admit this but I wanted to see you reaction when I tell you this. I know I know it was not a nice thing to do. But please forgive me." Viraj still had a blank face after contemplating for a while his luscious lips tugged into a slight smirk.

Walking towards me he pulled me towards his hard chest with a jerk, I gasped. His eyes tured dark. "I'll forgive you Naina but on one condition. You have a lot of making up to do. Are you up for it?" He whispered huskily in my ears sending my body into overdrive. I gulped, my throat was dry and nodded my head slowly. "Good girl!" With that he pecked my lips, walked away like nothing happened. What the hell did I agree to? Oh hell I find out soon enough.

I composed myself and entered the Airport. Viraj's friends were shocked that I wasn't leaving. After the initial surprise passed, they started teasing Viraj as usual which made the rest of us laugh. Time flew by, and it was time for Isha and Neena to leave. I hugged the both of them tightly with tears in my eyes. I'm going to miss them a lot. Pulling away they smiled at me sadly asking me to call them at least twice a week.

After having their moment with their respective boyfriends who looked so bummed out. They shared a kiss which made everyone stop and stare. Yeah that's definitely awkward. Arjun cleared his throat clapping his hands "Break it up love birds! You're giving a show!" Everyone laughed, finally they separated.

They did not leave after this. Giving me a sweet smile they walked towards Viraj who was a few feet away from me. Oh no they're going to give him the talk, I cringed internally. Viraj looked at them and raised his brows. "Just a disclaimer!" Neena announced with hands on her hips. "Take care of our friend and if by any chance we get an information that you hurt her. You will see the worst of us." Isha gritted her teeth. I rolled my eyes at them, they aren't going to stop so might as well endure it.

Viraj looked amused but nooded his head. "You girls don't worry. I'll take care of Naina. I cross my heart!" My stupid friends looked satisfied and nodded their heads. Finally they walked towards the boarding area. They waved their hands, so did we. Viraj placed his hands on my shoulders and smiled at me. I glanced up at him and placed my hand over his. This is definitely without a doubt a huge change. I just hope I made the right decision.

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Behold Chapter 32 has graced it's presence😂. This ends one phase in the story and here begins another one. Naina has to face everything on her own from now on. Wish her some luck folks!

I have a huge respect for these officers and their families. The amount of things that they go through is not something that is easy to explain. Yet they put such huge smiles on their faces and let their loved one to go far away just so they can gaurd our country.

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