PS; Avoid typos as the chapter is highly unedited.

Mr Maheshwari is no more...

CHAPTER: 30  [ LAST CHAPTER ]

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Swara.

Aryan and Arpita had gone on a honeymoon trip. And I'm so so happy for them. At least they deserve a comfortable and happy life. I know, my marital life wasn't good. But still, I can't help but feel satisfactory at them.

Everything happened in a very nick of time. Like, Vansh confessing his feelings towards Sahil to me and Sanskar begging my forgiveness. In fact, I was so glad that actually someone was going to come in Sahil's life. I know how much he is broken. I know the pain behind his masked face. Yeah, all of us are wearing a mask of happiness. And deep inside our heart, we all are just craving for someone's love. But, sometimes even love can't heal us completely. And that's what happens to me now. I was broken yet okay!

I know, whatever I'm doing was for a good cause. Yes, I love him. But my love towards him doesn't define my vulnerability. That's why, even when he begged my forgiveness and confessed his feelings, I stood there unaffected. Yes, everything related to him, affects me more than any other things. It's just, I don't express any of my emotions to him. And I don't care whether he was on Alaska or hell! I miss you, Sanskar.

My trance broke as I got a call from Sahil. I answered the call in a ring. "Hey, bro! What's up?"  I chirped faking a smile.

"Hey, babydoll...how are you?" Sahil asked me. Suddenly the faked smile which crept on my lips made a way to a thin line.

"I'm...fine, bro!" I lied.

"So, how was Aryan's and Arpita'a wedding?" He asked me. I faked a laugh and said, "It was so awesome, bro! I missed you so much. When will we meet?" I really need to meet him for taking about Vansh.

"Babydoll, I'm in Kolkata only. Let's meet tomorrow evening." Sahil replied and I felt so much delightful. I disconnected the call after biding a bye to him.

-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-

"Swara, you become so thin." I heard Sahil commenting. I narrowed my eyes at him. He laughed so hard at my antics. 

"Stop talking to me like my three moms!" I warned him. Seriously, this guy was really behaving like my moms.

"Accha, now tell me...did you confessed your feelings to Sanskar?" He asked me all of a sudden. I chocked my cappuccino out. He came and rubbed my back.

"Sahil, please...don't include that man's name in our conversations, okay!" I stated and took a sip.

"Okay, sissy! As you wish..." He replied with sarcasm.

"Sahil, I have something for you." I cleared my voice and said. He looked at me confused.

"Sahil, just like the way you loved Sanskar very secretly, in this world, there is someone loving you." I disclosed the matter with a chuckle.

"What the! Loving me? You know, I'm-, " Sahil was freaking out. I laughed hard by seeing his antics.

"It's Vansh Kapoor, the famous designer of Silsa brand," I whispered. Sahil looked at me shocked.

"Swara, are you-, " He stood from the chair taking the keys of his car, "-serious?"

"Sahil, please...don't freak out! You know, he loves you so much. Just gave a try." I held his hand and pleaded. He looked at me and shook his head negatively.

"Please, for me..." I pleaded again making a puppy face. He sighed and nodded his head as an approval. I jumped and hugged him.

"Thank you, so much bro!" I kissed his cheeks. He smiled.

"So, both of you are going for a date tomorrow, okay! And yeah, it's my order. He is the son of Aryan's mother, Ranjini Aunty's brother. So, I will be fixing your rishtein." I fake blushed and ordered. Sahil gave me a why-so-weird look and walked away smiling.

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"Happy Birthday, love." I heard Sanskar mumbling into my ears softly. His voice was so soft that I felt like I was in a dream. It was my birthday and I doesn't thought that he would wish me like that.

I woke up jerking. I saw his getting startled. So, he didn't expected me to wake up, great! I felt so pleasant seeing him.

"Oh God! Why can't you even let me sleep!" I faked an irritation and said. I don't have any other way than hiding my emotions from him. I don't want him to know that he affects me.

"Swara, it's your birthday...so I thought to wish you first." He said looking at me lovely. For a moment, I got lost. But then, reality hit me. I can't fall for him!

"Really? You were disturbing me!" I shouted. I saw pain flashing through his eyes. I closed my eyes, not able to see that.

"Woh...I'm sorry, Swara. I'm going to my couch. You can sleep now." He muttered and walked away. I shook my head and laid down. I wish everything was okay between us. I wish he haven't questioned my character. I wish, we were like any other couple. I wish I could forgive him. I slept thinking all that.

-*-*-*-*-*-*-

I was arranging the files on Sanskar's table. He was having an important conference in California. I know, he wasn't interested in going there. But papa had been pressurising him for the same since a week. So, Sanskar was reading some important proposals before going to California.

On my birthday, he gifted me a chain. I threw it in the dustbin in front of him. And I saw an immense pain inside his eyes when I did that. I know, I'm hurting him so much. But I can't do anything with that. When he walked away unable to bear it, I took the chain from the dustbin and hid it on my wardrobe. It was his first gift. And I can't throw it away like that.

I saw Aman entering and telling about some Neha Yadav. I ignored it and continued my work. After, I saw a girl entering into the cabin wearing a one piece dress. Oh my! I have seen her! She is the one who tried to seduce my Sanskar on Aryan's sangeet when he was drunk. Really! So she was Neha Yadav!

"Mr Maheshwari..." She called his name out seductively. This girl really needs a reality check!

"Ms Yadav, please take a seat," Sanskar said in a very professional manner.

"You look so tired, Mr Maheshwari. Do you need any massage?" Neha asked slightly bending towards him. Her cleavage was visible and I got really angry. She was trying to seduce my husband again.

"Thank you, Ms Yadav. It's so sweet of you to look at my husband's need. But yeah, now I'm here. So please, you just have to look into your proposal!" I yelled at her. How dare she! Who the hell she was to check my husband out. I, Swara Sanskar Maheshwari won't allow any girls to drool over my Sanskar. 

"Okay, then. Mr Maheshwari, Yadav Fashion house is going to conduct the fashion fest. You know, we conduct this fest every year. And I'm here for inviting you for the collaboration with us. I swear, it would be a win-win to both of us." Neha detailed about the proposal. I ignored her as this proposal won't be taken by Maheshwari's. I know what to do. I won't allow Sanskar to hold collaboration with a girl, who sleeps around boys without looking at their marital status.

"Sorry, Ms Yadav...we aren't interested in the collaboration. You may leave now." I declared immediately. I saw her smile and confidence fading away.

"Think before you speak, Mrs Maheshwari. You know our fashion fest's turn over is billions. And yeah, you can't interfere in business matters okay! I'm speaking to Sanskar." Neha harshly said looking at me. I looked at her fuming in anger. She really has guts!

"Ms Yadav, She is the wife of Maheshwari group of companies' CEO, Sanskar Maheshwari. So yeah, she has that rights to reject or oppose any business proposals. Is that clear! Now, get out of my sight!" Oh my! Sanskar roared at her. Usually, Sanskar wasn't a person who loses his coolness in front of the client's. I felt happy inside. I smirked at her.

"Now, what? Do your work, Mr Maheshwari!" I yelled and walked away from his cabin.

"Ms Yadav!" I saw Neha at the parking lot with her personal assistant. She turned and gave me a narrowed look.

"If I see you again in front of my Sanskar, you are gonna face the worst out of me!" I warned and drove my car.

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"Thank you, so much Swara!" Vansh came and hugged me so tightly.

"Leave her, Vansh! She is gonna die chocking." Veer Kapoor, Vansh's elder brother said to him. Vansh leaved me immediately when he said that.

"Woh...Swara...I'm sorry, I got so excited that I hugged you so tightly." Vansh said while scratching his head.

"Vansh, cool...what happened now," I asked him. Seriously both of these brothers were so weird. Here, Veer called me asking to come to Kapoor mansion. And when I came, Vansh hugged me immediately. I was so confused.

"It's a yes from Sahil's side, bro!" Veer disclosed and I stood still for a silent.

"Bro?" Veer shook me. I came into sense and without wasting a time, I hugged Vansh bone-crushingly. I had tears in my eyes.

"Congrats, bro!" I broke the hug and said.

"Now, explain everything!" I ordered like a queen and sat on the sofa putting my phone on the tea table.

"Actually..." Vansh was blushing hard. Oh my! I and Veer started to tease him. Veer was opposite to Vansh. Vansh was an introvert type boy like Sanskar. But Veer was a man of colours. He spread happiness to his surroundings. Even when he came to know that his brother, Vansh was a gay, he didn't react like in daily soaps. He accepted him and gave him courage. And he is the one who asked Vansh to tell about Sahil to me.

"Actually, as you said, we went for a date. And there he said about his attraction and love towards Sanskar. I consoled him. He had really loved Sanskar and was broken. And then we exchanged our numbers. After that, we used to chat daily. At first, it was a very formal message. Then shortly, we started to talk about our likes and dislikes. And then, about our life." Vansh said and took a break.

Suddenly I felt so sad as I know, how much it must be hard for Sahil. Sahil had loved Sanskar selflessly. But his love didn't reach a destination. But now, Sahil is gonna get someone who will cherish him forever.

"Last week I proposed him officially. He asked for some time. I said okay and today, he said yes!" Vansh finished and hugged Veer. I smiled at them.

"So, treat..." I and Veer shouted together. Vansh shrugged his shoulder off and shook his head. We chirped and went out for the lunch.

Sanskar wasn't there. Actually, he was in Barcelona for some business deal. I really miss him. Sanskar used to send I miss you texts daily. But I never replied any of it. I know, he will be thinking about different ways to make me feel special. And he has send many bouquets and chocolates for me. But, I didn't show that I liked them.

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"Swara, so you aren't reconsidering about the divorce?" Arpita asked me in the call.

"No, I can't forgive him..." I choked out. I was trying my best to accept Sanskar. But every time, something was stopping me. I know I love him so much. But maybe sometimes, even love can't heal a person. And what's happening to me. He questioned my character. He misunderstood me even before understanding. And that make a difference.

"Swara, but..." I know, Arpita was trying to make me realize how much I love him. But here, I wasn't able to forgive him. Maybe my self-respect was hurt so badly.

"Let's not talk about it, Arpita. I need to meet you. When you will be back from your native?" I asked her. Now, Arpita and Aryan were at her native place.

"I don't know, Swara! And yeah, I have heard that there is a success party tomorrow. Congrats mona..." Arpita smiled and said.

"Yeah, and every credit goes to Sanskar. You know, he stood in India barely in these months. But still, he was able to do the construction. Look, how hard working he is!" I stated happily. I really admire the husband of mine.

"Swara, you love him! Please, don't submit the second motion..." Arpita begged. Day after tomorrow is the date of submitting the second motion. And after that, with some trials, we will be separated. And the reality hurt my heart.

"Okay, bye." I disconnected the call controlling myself. It was becoming hard for me. I love him! But still, I wasn't able to forgive him. I cursed myself and laid on the bed.

I saw Sanskar entering the room while making a call. His eyes were covered with dark circles. His face was pale. Not able to see him, I closed my eyes. It hurts me more to hurt him.

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It was evening and the hall was crowed. I welcomed everyone with a fake smile. Why not? Today morning I got to know that Sanskar was going to leave India tomorrow. He was giving up on me. I sighed.

I saw Sanskar descending the stairs looking hot and classy as usual. He was looking at everyone and smiling. But I was sure, it was a fake one.

"We were able to finish this project only because of everyone's teamwork. So, I dedicate this party to every one of you." Sanskar begin his speech. I looked at his lovely. I really don't want to leave this man. But still, if there is no trust in a relationship, we can't do anything.

"And I have an important announcement to make today at this party. Actually, I'm planning to handover the CEO's post to my wife, Mrs Swara Sanskar Maheshwari." Oh my! Why the hell this man is always into surprising me! But naah! I'm not going to leave it here! 

"Mr Maheshwari, what's all this!" I dragged him to a corner. How dare he? Is he compensating me? Huh! I don't need his money or business. Sanskar kept on looking at me emotionally. Suddenly I forgot to breathe. I saw pain and grief in his eyes. His eyes were so red.

"achchha chalta hoon
duaaon mein yaad rakhna
mere zikr ka 
zubaan pe swaad rakhna

okay, I'll leave now.
remember me in your prayers,
keep the taste of my mention
on your tongue...

dil ke sandookon mein
mere achchhe kaam rakhna
chitthi taaron mein bhi
mera tu salaam rakhna

keep my good deeds 
in the boxes of the heart,
and keep my greetings 
even in letters and telegrams.

andhera tera maine le liya
mera ujla sitaara tere naam kiya
channa mereya mereya
channa merya mereeya
channa mereya mereya beliya
o piya..

I have taken your darkness,
and my bright shining star is yours now.
O my moon,
O my, my moon,
O my boleved moon..
O beloved.

mehfil mein teri
hum na rahein jo
gham to nahi hai
gham to nahi hai
kisse hamaare, nazdeekiyon ke
kam to nahi hain
kam to nahi hain.
kitni dafa subah ko meri
tere aangan mein baithe maine shaam kiya.

if I am not there in your gathering,
there is no sadness,
there is no sadness..
stories of ours, of our closenesses,
aren't less,
they are plenty.
so many times I have turned 
my mornings into evenings sitting in your courtyard.
[that is I have so many times passed my time there]

channa mereya mereya
channa mereya mereya
channa mereya mereya beliya
o piyaa.. 

tere rukh se apna raasta moR ke chala..
chandan hoon main apni khushboo chhoR ke chala..
mann ki maaya rakh ke tere takiye tale
bairagi bairaagi ka sooti chola oRh ke chala

I am turning my path from your direction,
I am sandal, leaving my fragrance (with you)...
leaving my heart's desires under your pillow,
this ascetic wraps the cotton cloth of an ascetic and leaves.."

He sang, one of my favourite song holding the mike. I saw tears in his eyes. They weren't fake. I felt a pung in my heart. Why the hell he sang that, as if he was going to leave me forever. My heart started to ache. Something was going to happen.

I moved towards him. I want to confront him. This guy really needs a reality check. He was really in pain. But still, playing a role of Saint. But I saw, Sanskar running towards me. Why? He held my arms and pulled me. I heard a sound of a shot. I saw Sanskar looking at me without blinking his eyes. His hands were covered with blood. I stood still.
I wasn't able to understand what was happening around.

"Sanskar..." I forgive him with all the tears in my eyes. I forgot every day he made me cry.

Again, another shot hit his shoulder. He was falling down. I Held him firmly and made him lay on my lap. I cried my heart out.

"Swa-ra...dont..ntt..cry...I...I...cant see you in..in...tea-rs..." He chocked and wiped my tears. He was trying to speak.

"San..skar..." I called him again. I wasn't in my sense. Seeing him lying in a pool of blood was pricking my heart.

"I lo-ve yo..uo...And...I...I...cant ima-gine re..rest of my li..fe..wi-tho-iut...you...Plea-se, for..forgive...me...I lo...ve you..." Sanskar said in between his breathe.

"I love...you- too..." I broke down. I saw Sanskar lying there without a moment.

"Sanskar...San..skar...wake up!" I shouted his name. Everyone came and took Sanskar from me. I sat there without any emotions. Everything was my mistake.

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Aryan was consoling everyone. Aryan and Arpita came from Arpita's native, today morning. My mom and dad were trying to talk to the doctor. But the nurses were running here and there.

"Doctor, how is my son?" Papa asked the doctor, who came from the OP.

"We can't say anything now." The doctor announced and walked away. Mom and badimaa collapsed at their place. Papa and badipapa tried to console them.

I was standing in front of the Ganpati idol. I know, he will make my Sanskar fine. I trust him with that. I can't cry. I need to be strong for my Sanskar. Yes, I forgive him at the moment when he save my life. I forgive him the moment when he took the bullets which were coming to me. I forgive him at the moment I realised that I can't leave without him.

"Swara, till how you are gonna stand in front of the Ganpati idol? Come, sit..." Arpita tried to make me sit in the chair present in the veranda.

"No, Ar-Arpita...I can't sit! You know, my Sanskar is inside there..." I said and pointed to the OT door.

"Sorry to say...Mr Maheshwari isn't responding to the treatments. His nerves are functioning like he doesn't want to survive." The doctor muttered those words and I become still. Why Sanskar? Why? Don't love me?

"Doctor, do something...I need my Sanskar..." I rushed to the doctor. I cried and begged in front of him. I saw another doctor coming from the OT.

"Sorry, Mrs Maheshwari...Mr Maheshwari is no more..." I gasped not getting a breath. No this is not the end. Mom fainted at her place. 

"No...you can't say like this..." I roared and held the collar of the doctor. Papa came and tried to drag me. I pushed him too.

"I said, he can't die like this! I'm coming with you!" I yelled at them. No! My Sanskar won't leave me. I'm sure about it. I need him!

"Mrs Maheshwari, please listen to us. He is no more...its the fact!" The doctor tried to console me. But I pushed him running away. I run without any destination. Maybe it's the end. I love you, Sanskar...And I will always do. Sanskar proved his love by saving my life. And I was broken again...

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The story ends here. And yeah, I will be updating an epilogue with some twists😝. So don't throw potatoes and tomatoes for now...please😁

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