Putting the nuptial chain around my neck Abir filled my hairline. My eyes close as I feel his fingertips on my hairline.

Soon the priest declares us as husband and wife. I glimpse at my nuptial chain, my heart flickers as I feel Abir gripping my hand.

Did I ever mention his touch passes goosebumps in my body yet I feel delighted?

Tilting my head I look at him, with a small squeeze on my hand he gave me a soft smile. I just stare into his eyes which are so deep.

The hall fills with cheers forcing me to look away from him. He assisted me down the four stairs as we approach elders to take their blessings.

My mother-in-law gave us a long life together with blessing. Masi gave me a tight hug as she blessed us both. I was kind of emotional when Nanu blessed and gave warm smile. He carries that fatherly love in his eyes and gestures.

I stare at Badi maa as we stood in front of her, blinking her tears she passed me a smile. I know that's a genuine one, she might feel emotional for letting me go but she's happy I'm starting a new phase of my life. I and Abir bent to touch her feet as Badi maa gave her blessings.

Keeping her hand on my cheek she glanced at Abir, "Take care of her."

In return, Abir just encircled his arm around my shoulder, "Always!" He uttered slowly, his words hold a silent promise.

"I'll be fine." I look at Badi maa before hugging her.

I thought I'm not going to cry because I have been away from maa before as well. Studying abroad was not an easy decision but I did it. So marrying and staying in the same city wouldn't be as horrible as going abroad. But still, I'm emotional, there are no tears in my eyes but I'm emotional.

Before I know, it's time to leave for my new home with my new family. Everything feels so real yet unreal. Hours ago I entered in as Ms. Mishti Agarwal and now I'm moving out as Mrs. Mishti Rajvansh.

"You alright?" Abir whispered as we walk out. One thing that's been constant is Abir's hand in mine. Not that I complain, I like the feel of his hand on mine.

"After your mom gave me this heavy Saree to wear you shouldn't ask that." I shake my head as I leave an exhausted breath.

"Right. But the Saree was given by your mother-in-law, not my mom." He chuckled as he bent down.

"What are--" He slips his hand on the back of my knees, "--you doing?" I complete my sentence as he picks me in his arms.

"Helping my wife." He shrugged adjusting his gaze front.

"You better drop me before everyone embarrasses me." I glance at people who are giving us aww look.

"I'm not embarrassed then why are you?" He frowned making me roll my eyes.

"Because you are shameless." I try to shake my head but instead hit my nose on his chest.

"Ow." I groan, putting me on my feet he chuckled.

"The car's here." He motioned towards the car which is decorated with flowers. At least here there is no lavender! I love lavender but tonight it was too much lavender, lavender, lavender!

I turn away from the car to look at Abir that's when I see his, no, my new family standing behind us.

Each one passed us a smile, did they see Abir picking me in his arms?

Of course, they were just a step behind us when we left out.

Mother-in-law cleared her throat, "Come on, get in."

"Neha, you go with Abir and Mishti." She tilted her head to look at Neha who is talking with Sara.

"No!" She replied sharply, "I mean, I'll come in the other car."

"You are not going to be the third wheel because Kunal is driving the car." Sara cracked up as I roll my eyes.

"Now, get in soon. They are tried." Nanu ordered as he threw keys towards Kunal.

"Come." Abir gestured to me.

"I'll help myself you are not going to help me," I murmur as he opened the car door. He just nodded his head but nothing seems to go in his head as he ended up holding the edge of Saree for me as I entered in.

The knock on the window took my attention, I roll my eyes looking at Sara grinning at me.

"Yes? I'm sorry I don't have my wallet." I joke as I roll down the window glass.

"Seriously?" She rolled her eyes, "Anyway, All the best for your night." She grinned again keeping her arms on the window.

"Okay, thanks!" I smile at her knowing well she is just here to tease me.

"You don't seem a normal bride to my CM. You should blush, bride." She pouted as her eyes glance behind me and I already know Abir is sitting there.

"There's nothing to blush because the night is gonna be according to me and I'm not going to do anything which will make me blush." I bat my lashes at her innocently just like she does. I very well know Abir is eavesdropping on us.

Neha entered the car as she smiled at Sara.

"Take care of yourselves," Sara yelled as Kunal started the car, a frown settled on her face probably that's because of my words.

The starting of the ride was going well with Neha reciting how happy she is with this wedding. Soon she drifted to sleep feeling tired, handling the guests is not easy which she did.

If it was in my hand I would have kept the wedding simple. I didn't even know half of the people I saw and I'm sure I have not seen everyone. The only people who came from the office were managers, though Sara was an exception.

I can feel Abir's gaze on me so I look out of the window, the cold breeze felt so better. I relax my head on the seat feeling exhausted, I just wish to peel off these heels right now but let it be few more minutes we will be home.

I close my eyes, it feels so good. Seconds later, I feel Abir's hand on mine as he gave a soft squeeze. I know he is looking at me, I choose to not open my eyes and let him hold my hand.

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I inhale the wet ground smell as we enter the Rajvansh mansion. This has a homely feeling. The grass feels so soft beneath my heels and I so wish to eliminate my heels and feel this softness.

I am welcomed by certain rituals then holding Abir's hand I step in. I scan the home, looks flawless. The best thing is it's not too luxury it's just simply perfect.

"Neha help Mishti to her room." Mother-in-law smiled at me, "Take rest."

Thank god, someone is asking me to take a rest instead of passing some teasing comment.

"Thanks." I smile at her before walking with Neha. Abir's hand slipped from mine as I walk away, I urged to turn back and look but somehow restrained myself as Neha signaled me to walk on stairs.

And then, I gave up. Twisting around I look at Abir who is already looking at me. He flashed his breathtaking smile at me before Kunal arose in front of him to discuss something.

Tearing my gaze I look ahead, "Come on, you could stare at him once he is in the room. I am tired." Neha stifled her yawn standing in front of me.

"Sorry." I apologize feeling bad for her.

"It's okay." She smiled at me helping me with the Saree.

Abir's room is not exactly as I pictured it in my imagination. Well, what we imagine is never the same in reality. His room is far better than my imagination.

A huge bed in the middle decorated with rose petals, again, thank god it's not lavender. Nightstands on each side of the bed. The wall beside the bed is filled with his photos while one photo in the middle is ours, the one from our engagement. Tracing the picture I smile at it.

Walking ahead I see couches kept with a table. Laptop and few files kept on it, as far as I know Abir, he may be working a few hours before the wedding.

There's a book rack in the corner. Beside it is a dressing table on which lavender perfume is kept, I inhale its scent, this what he uses. Following it is a bathroom. On the left side is the wardrobe where few bags are kept which Neha referred are for me.

Taking a pair of comfortable clothes I dash into the washroom. I swear the moment I stepped out of my outfit I felt relief and peace. Taking a quick shower I refresh myself and put on the soft pajamas.

Walking out I keep my outfit in a bag and move to the window which I just noticed is positioned in the corner of the room. My eyes catch Abir talking with Kunal, I sigh, this businessman!

Moving to the bed I take one of my unfinished novels and start reading. This bed feels so soft that I wish to doze off but I want to wait for Abir so I engage myself in the novel.

Moments later Abir came in as he mouthed 'sorry' to me, I smile at him letting him know I'm not mad at him.

"I'll take a quick shower?" He implied his thumb towards the washroom, I nod closing the book.

He rushed into the washroom not before grabbing clothes from the wardrobe. I take one of my kits and take my blanket and pillow out. Throwing it on the bed I close the kit.

After few minutes when I don't hear the sound of the shower coming I rush towards the bed and get in the covers then open the book. Seconds later the door clicked open and the smell of his manly soap filled the room. I peak from the book to see him in his nightdress, plain black t-shirt suits him well.

I gape at his half-bare arms as he dries his hair with a towel. Quickly I shift my attention to the book when his eyes meet mine.

"Why did you get this blanket and pillow?" He sat beside me throwing the towel in some direction where I don't pay interest.

"This is mine, I need something mine to stay in the new place." I keep my gaze fixed on the book.

"You didn't have to do that, I'm yours too." He is sitting close enough for me to tighten my breath.

"You are disturbing me, I'm reading something." I push him away so that he stays on his part of the bed.

"We could talk something?" He supported on his elbow, "Chatting for a while wouldn't be a bad idea though."

"Kindly sleep, chatting feels good in mobiles." I roll my eyes and turn my gaze back to the book, I don't even know which line I was reading. Hell, I wasn't reading at all.

He sighed but kept silent knowing well the night is going to be according to me. I'm thankful to him for keeping this challenge. I can feel his gaze on me as I search the line I read last.

After few minutes I hear his silent snores, closing the book I cover him with the blanket. A smile crept on my lips seeing his lips apart as he snores.

I slightly feel bad for him, so I decide - tomorrow night will be according to him.

As much as he wished to talk even I wished for the same. Though I had intended to read a novel and sleep but the morning conversation with Badi maa changed my mind. She had instructed me to talk with Abir because sometimes conversation leads to understanding and understanding your partner is necessary.

Then in the afternoon, I saw I miss you message from Abir. He had texted early in the morning, I just ignored the message not knowing what to reply. Of course, I wouldn't reply I miss you too nor I could say I don't miss you.

Then Sara arrived at my home and her only concern was - Did you chat with CM in the morning? Can I see your chats?

The first thing, Abir doesn't share our conversation with others.

Then I just knew this was her act. Soon she said everything when I gave her sweet treatment that's when I got to know they all were working the whole night and morning.

From Kunal I got news Abir took the meeting in the afternoon and I understood the only time he slept was few hours before the wedding.

That's it and I knew more than our conversation I want him to rest. He was doing everything to spend time with me after the wedding, I want to spend time with him but not by snatching his rest.

It's not like it is our last day together, our days have just started and we will spend the rest of our lives together, forever.

Caressing my hand on his face I smile before laying down on my side. Covering my body with the blanket I reach out to hold his hand in mine just like he always does.

I, Mishti Abir Rajvansh, vow to hold his hand through anything and everything.

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So, how was it?

I have no idea how I am writing, I am just going with the flow. You guys may be waiting for the present scene, it's not like I haven't tried, I did but it's not that easy. I will publish that part once I feel satisfied with whatever I have written.

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