Some people are meant to be just passing clouds even though they hold a very special place in our heart. I've come across so many such people in my life. Some thought me valuable lessons, some helped me along, some supported me and stood by my side when I needed one. Life is long and we will come across these kind of people almost everyday. Maturity is to let them go with a smile when it's time to part your ways.

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'Thank God!', Shivaay muttered under his breath which was heard by Anika. Her eyes bulged wide but before she could react, Shivaay looked at Om who just settled down in front of him.

'Om, what are you doing here that too this early in the morning?', Shivaay asked.

'Oh yeah! What are you doing here Om?', Anika asked while shifting her look to Gauri.

'I... woh... main... err...', Om stumbles while looking at Gauri and back to Shivaay.

'Don't tell me you stayed here as well!', Shivaay asked.

'Urrrmmm!!! Actually yes!', Om revealed blushingly to which both Shivaay and Anika's jaw dropped.

Anika then turned towards Gauri and gave her a 'wow' look. Gauri lowered her head blushingly with a smile.

'Am I missing out something?', Shivaay asked.

'You're missing out a lot of things Shivaay!', Anika exclaimed as she settled down next to him.

'I don't get it! Will anyone say anything??', he asked in a very serious manner.

'Arrey! Om and Gauri are together!! What else!!!', Anika said in one go.

'Is this for real?', Shivaay exclaimed.

'Bhabhi! There's a correction, we're not just together but we're enganged!', Om said out very enthusiastically as he showed Gauri's left hand which was adorned with a very elegant diamond studded band.

Anika got up from her place and took a closer look at Gauri's ring.

'Wow! This is so pretty Om! Great choice!', Anika complimented as she settled back into her seat.

'Thank you, Bhabhi!', Om thanked her and places a kiss on Gauri's hand.

'Aww', escaped from Anika's mouth. Gauri and Om blushed and looked at each other. Anika turned to look at Shivaay. He was still stunned at the revealation that just took place in front of him. He looked absolutely clueless and was trying to process the whole scenario.

'Shivaay!', Anika called out as she patted his shoulder.

'Huh??!! Uh!!! Co... Con... Cong... congra... congratulations!', he finally spit out.

Anika chuckled slightly while Shivaay was still as clueless as ever.

'Shivaay!! What's wrong with you???', she asked laughingly.

'Nothing!', he replied plainly and his focus shifted towards the food.

'Well! How did all of these happened??? I mean I know that you both were having some unsaid moments but engangement, when did all of this happened???', Shivaay asked puzzled. He wanted to know everything from the beginning.

'Last night!', both exclaimed in unison and stopped letting the other to do the talking.

'Ohwkay! One of you speak na!', Anika urged.

'I proposed last night, and she said yes!', Om exclaimed excitedly.

'You proposed and I said yes?', Gauri asked back. 'You slid the ring into my finger and then said everything!', she retaliated.

They were beginning to have an argument and Shivaay looked at Anika who was already looking at him. Staring, to be precise.

'You initiated a fight between them already right? They were so happy a few moments ago until you asked the question!', Anika reprimanded him.

'I wanted to know! Om is my brother after all! I was just curious!', Shivaay defended himself.

'Yeah right! You seriously have to know everything right??? Now look!!! How they're fighting! Pity them!', Anika exclaimed sadly. 'Will you keep on watching or attempt to stop their fight also?', she added.

'Why are you being so angry with me early in the morning? Huh? They'll fight now then be alright in a while! Just the way we used to do! All we have to do is nothing!', he replied patiently.

'You really love doing nothing right??? Fine do nothing!!! I'll also do nothing!! I'm leaving first!', Anika roared and left angrily.

'But breakfast???', Shivaay questioned her as she walks out.

'I'm full already!', she replied back angrily as leaves.

'What happened to her???', he asked himself and turns to find Rikara at loggerheads. He got a little nervous to find them like that and left as well behind Anika.

'Anika, wait! We'll go together!', he shouted as he goes out of the apartment as well.

As soon as he reached down, there was no sight of Anika.

'Where did this girl went off so soon? She got an auto as quick as she came down is it? I'll just drive straight to the office then!', he thought to himself as he goes to his car.

On the other hand, Anika is in the car with Jhanvi Aunty.

'Where are we going Jhanvi Aunty?', Anika asked.

'Mummy Ji wanted to meet you, that's why I came here to bring you home!', Jhanvi explained.

'Ohw! You could have just give me a call. I would have got there by myself!', Anika replied.

'That's okay. Besides, I had some talking to do with you as well!', Jhanvi Aunty claimed as she smiled warmly towards Anika.

'My ears are all yours Aunty! I'm listening. Tell me!!', Anika said with a huge grin.

'Anika, I know you that are still very young and your life has just begun, but what do you think of marriage???', Jhanvi Aunty asked her in a very serious manner.

'Huh? Marriage?? Urrmm... I don't know what to say. It's just that this whole thing is so soon!', Anika exclaimed confusedly. She herself couldn't understand what she thinks, then how is it possible for her to make Jhanvi Aunty understand.

'Anika, I know that you and Shivaay are together as in dating, right??', Jhanvi Aunty paused for her confirmation and Anika responded immediately with a continous nod.

'See, I'm not asking you both to marry right away. I'm just asking if you have plans to get married and all', Jhanvi Aunty asked her.

'Of course I would want to get married Aunty, and yeah, it depends on Shivaay also. We haven't talked about getting married yet. It's just that we never spoke about the topic!', Anika replied honestly.

'Anika, don't think that I'm forcing you into this, but if Shivaay asks your hand for marriage, will you say yes right away?', Jhanvi Aunty's voice cracked as she asked it.

'Of course I would Aunty. I mean like I've been waiting for that someone special my whole life and never dated anyone before this, so of course, if Shivaay asks, I'll willingly say yes!', Anika's honest answers were bringing more relief to Jhanvi Aunty.

'Thank God Anika! I was very much worried if you belong to the ones whom are allergic to marriage and so on!', Jhanvi Aunty sighed a relief. 'And yes, Om told me about the changes in Shivaay's behaviour. In fact, I saw it for myself as well. He greeted me nicely after a very long time you know. It was still awkward, but at least he spoke to me! He's happier than ever. He's changing towards the better and you're the reason for it. Thank you for that Anika', Jhanvi Aunty exclaimed as she strokes Anika'a hair with very much affection.

'But Aunty, if you don't mind me asking, can I know why your relationship with Shivaay is strained and he's not living in Oberoi Mansion?', Anika asked curiously.

'Actually... oh! We're here already. I'll save that long story for later. For now, let's go and meet Mummy Ji!', Jhanvi Aunty exclaimed as she got down from the car and Anika followed her quietly.

PRECAP : Shivaay being worried for Anika.

- To be continued -