As Annika entered home she slumped on her sofa staring at the empty house. The loneliness eating her up but she realised that this is what she has to deal with for the next couple of months and she can't be upset over it. She was already missing the two gems of her life. She hated being alone. She is scared of darkness and being alone scared her to her wits end. She doesn't know how she is going to get passed these months. She sighed heavily keeping her bag on the table walking towards her room.

She stood in front of the mirror removing her chain and her mind wandered to the time she was in Shivaay arms. His breath fanning her skin and his soft kiss on her nape not once but twice. The first time he kissed her was by accident but the second time he pressed a small kiss on her nape looking at her through the mirror. Their eyes not leaving each other until suddenly Rudy called and they sprang apart, embarrassment clearly visible on both their faces but also a blush of pink.

She had then immediately left from there literally running away. She didn't know what to think of the whole thing but for now she just let it be and moved to change and cook a quick dinner for herself.

On the other side Shivaay didn't know what was happening with him. He has never been so careless about his feelings. He could always get a hold of himself even when women tried to seduce him but with Annika the case was different, though he hurt her and gets irritated with her but her one look and his heart melts. He wants to hold her close and today when they were close he just didn't want to let go. He also couldn't get himself to accept the fact that he actually kissed her. He kept thinking this to himself before he fell into deep slumber.

Next Morning entering Oberoi Mansion, Annika had only one thought, the idea of bumping into Shivaay and how they would face each other. Would the situation be too awkward or no. She was so lost into her bumping thoughts that she actually bumped into the sofa whincing in pain as she hurt her foot and her hand. She somehow steadied herself and walked towards her room to begin her work but still her thoughts somewhere in Shivaay and their kiss.

Shivaay was too embarrassed to face Annika and hence had left early for work. However on reaching work he just couldnt concentrate. The idea of not seeing a certain someone was distracting him and constantly playing on his mind. Everytime  he closed his eyes to calm himself he would open them right back  as their Kiss was on rewind mode in his mind. Frustrated to no ends he decided to just go home and spend time with family to get his mind off but little did he realise he wanted to go home to also see a certain some one.

The Heart really makes you do crazy things without you even knowing... Hai Nah !!

The next 8 days passed in a jiffy with wedding preparation on in full swing. The orders placed and all finalised except for the final reception venue. In the mean time Shivaay and Annika relationship had also become much cordial. They didn't fight and argue anymore and neither did he shout at her. He actually appreciated her dedication and hardwork. She took into account every minute detail and had back up plans for everything. Her choice of colours, food , dresses were upto date with the latest trend and he loved it.

The changes in Shivaay and Annika were being noticed by all. Earlier Shivaay used to be all grumpy around Annika but now he would smile and look at her from every corner of his eye. It was the same with Annika, she would actually tease him and he wouldn't even retaliate. Dadi was the most happiest as she knew they were a perfect example of Takkar ki Jodi as she her self was one with her husband and knowing her Billu who was just like his dadaji she knew better of what he wanted. The side that Annika brings out in Shivaay no one has ever. He smiles genuinely and has managed to balance family and business. He is more involved in the house. Secretly she wanted them to be together but she knew if she left it to these two they would never do anything so she decided to take the reins in her hands creating situations and circumstances which would bring them closer and spark something.

She had just the perfect pair of people who could help her in this and she knew how she was going to do this. Her first step was to ensure that Annika stays back in Oberoi Mansion for the rest of the month until the marriage is over. She was aware that Annika stays home alone so why not be here this will help her keep an eye and also bring the two ignorant soon to be love birds closer. Weddings are always where love blooms even among strangers aur phir yeh toh ghar ki shaadi hai.

"Let the Mission begin" , she said smiling brightly to her self.

I want to go a little quick with the story as I want to start the main crux of the story. If it feels rushed do let me know